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YES Drummer Alan White Passes Away at 72
by Michael Major - May 26, 2022

Alan had been looking forward to the forthcoming UK Tour, to celebrating his 50th Anniversary with YES and their iconic Close To The Edge album, where Alan’s journey with YES began in July 1972. He recently celebrated the 40th Anniversary of his marriage to his loving wife Gigi. Alan passed away peacefully at home.

Ray Liotta Passes Away at 67
by Michael Major - May 26, 2022

Liotta is most known for playing Shoeless Joe Jackson in Field of Dreams and Henry Hill in Goodfellas. He has also been seen in the Bee Movie, The Many Saints of Newark, Blow, Wild Hogs, Hannibal, Marriage Story, and more.

Actor John Aylward Has Died at 75
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2022

According to Deadline, actor John Aylward has died at 75. Aylward was best known for his performances as Dr. Donald Anspaugh on the hit NBC medical drama series ER, which ran from 1994 through 2009. The Seattle-native joined the series during its third season. 

Rosmarie Trapp, Whose Family Inspired THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Dead at 93
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2022

Rosmarie Trapp, whose family served as the inspiration for the classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical The Sound of Music, has passed away at age 93.

Country Legend Mickey Gilley Has Died at Age 86
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2022

Country singer and actor Mickey Gilley, known for launching the Urban Cowboy movement in Country music and hit songs including 'Stand By Me,' 'Room Full of Roses' and 'Lonely Nights,' died Saturday in Branson, Missouri. Gilley was 86 and had just come off of the road, his favorite place, having played ten shows in April. He passed peacefully with his family and close friends by his side.

David Birney, Stage and Screen Actor Known For BRIDGET LOVES BERNIE, Dies at 83
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2022

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor David Birney has died at age 83.

Country Music Mourns the Passing of Naomi Judd
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2022

The country music community was rocked today with the tragic news of the sudden passing of country music giant Naomi Judd. Hailing from the Appalachian foothills of Ashland, Ky., mother and daughter duo, The Judds, were first discovered by RCA label head Joe Galante in 1983 after landing a spot on WSM-TV’s 'The Ralph Emery Show.'

Robert Morse, Original Star of HOW TO SUCCEED and MAD MEN, Dies at 90
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2022

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Tony Award-winning stage and screen actor Robert Morse has died at age 90. Morse may be best known to Broadway fans as the original  J. Pierrepont Finch in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, a role for which he won a Tony Award. 

Legendary Chicago Actress Hollis Resnik Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2022

The great Chicago actress Hollis Resnik passed away this past Sunday at the age of 67. 

Broadway Casting Director Jay Binder Passes Away at 71
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2022

Legendary Broadway casting director, Jay Binder, passed away Friday, April 15, 2022 at the age of 71. Binder died peacefully at home.

Gilbert Gottfried Passes Away at 67
by Michael Major - April 12, 2022

Gottfried voiced the role of Iago the Parrot in Disney's classic animated film Aladdin. He has also been seen in Problem Child, The Aristocrats, Thumbelina, and Animal Crackers. He has also been seen on Saturday Night Live, Saved By the Bell, Fairly Odd Parents, Cyberchase, and more.

Former National Theatre President Donn B. Murphy Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2022

Donn B. Murphy, PhD, former president and executive director of the National Theatre in Washington, DC for 35 years, and Georgetown University Professor Emeritus, passed away peacefully at his home in Fort Lauderdale, FL on April 3, announced his spouse and life partner of 49 years, US Army Col. H. Jones 'Jon' Carrow, Ret.

Stage and Screen Actor Nehemiah Persoff Passes Away at 102
by BWW News Desk - April 7, 2022

Stage and screen actor Nehemiah Persoff has passed away at 102 years old. 

Tony Award-Winning Actor Rae Allen Dies At 95
by BWW News Desk - April 6, 2022

Tony Award-winning actor Rae Allen passed away this afternoon at the age of 95. 

Memorial Service to Be Held for Country Music's Jeff Carson
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022

After a successful career in country music, including several chart-topping songs, Officer Jeff Carson joined the Franklin Police Department on May 27, 2008. During his tenure with the FPD, Carson earned six commendations, a Chief’s Award for Excellence, and was recently promoted to Police Officer-2

Woman Accused of Shoving Barbara Maier Gustern Arrested for Manslaughter
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2022

 26 year-old Lauren Pazienza has been arrested and charged with fatally shoving Broadway singing coach Barbara Maier Gustern. Pazienza has been charged with manslaughter. 

Death of Broadway Singing Coach Barbara Maier Gustern Has Been Classified As a Homicide
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022

The death last week of Broadway singing coach Barbara Maier Gustern has been classified by New York police as a homicide. Her attacker remains at large.

Ukrainian Ballet Dancer Artyom Datsishin Dead at 43 From Russian Shelling
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2022

According to People, the Ukrainian Ballet Dancer Artyom Datsishin has died from injuries related to a Russian shelling. The star passed away at the age of 43 after a three-week struggle in the hospital. He passed away in the hospital. His funeral was held in Kyviv yesterday, March 18th. 

Broadway Theatres Will Dim Lights March 29 in Memory of Liz McCann
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022

The Broadway community honors the memory of Elizabeth Ireland McCann, better known as Liz, the Tony Award-winning producer and general manager who was among the first successful female leaders in Broadway.

Broadway Singing Coach Barbara Maier Gustern Dies After Attack on Street
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2022

Broadway singing coach Barbara Maier Gustern has passed away at age 87. Gustern was pushed to the ground last Thursday by a woman outside of her apartment building in Manhattan, and died this morning from a traumatic brain injury.

Stage and Screen Actor William Hurt Dies at 71
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2022

While best known for his roles in film, Hurt got his start on the stage in the 1970s. He appeared on Broadway in Hurlyburly in 1984, for which he was nominated for a Tony Award. Hurt also performed in various off-Broadway productions including Henry V, Fifth of July, Richard II and A Midsummer Night's Dream. 

Singer and Actress Traci Braxton Has Died at Age 50
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2022

Singer and actress Traci Braxton has passed away this morning from cancer. She was fifty years old. Braxton had esophageal cancer and spent the past year in hospice care. Traci Braxton frequently appearance on “Braxton Family Values,' the family's reality television show. She starred alongside her siblings Toni, Towanda, Trina, Tamar and Michael. Braxton also supported charities that aided women and children. 

Mary John, Founder of Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Passes Away at 96
by BWW News Desk - March 7, 2022

Milwaukee Repertory Theater has announced of the passing of its founder Mary John (1925-2022).  Born in Green Bay, WI Mary forged a plan to create a professional theater for the city of Milwaukee and established Drama Inc, now Milwaukee Repertory Theater, in 1954. 

GAME OF THRONES Actor John Stahl Dead at 68
by BWW News Desk - March 5, 2022

According to a Deadline article, actor John Stahl's agent has confirmed the 68 year old celebrity has died. According to his agent, he died on March 2nd. The actor was known for his role in HBO's smash hit, Game of Thrones. He portrayed Rickard Karstark in seasons 2 and 3, acting alongside Richard Madden in many scenes and claiming the role from the original season 1 Rickard Karstark actor, Steven Blount.

Actor and Musician Johnny Brown Has Died at 84
by BWW News Desk - March 5, 2022

According to a Deadline article, Broadway veteran, musician, and screen actor Johnny Brown has died from unreleased causes. The news was announced in an Instagram post by his daughter, Sharon Catherine Brown. She stated, 'Our family is devastated. Devastated. Devastated. Beyond heartbroken. Barely able to breathe.'


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