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Breaking: Tony Winner and Broadway Legend Ann Reinking Passes Away at 71
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway legend Ann Reinking has passed away. She was 71 years old.

Emmy-Winning Scenic and Lighting Designer Michael Hotopp Passes Away at Age 74
by BWW News Desk - December 9, 2020

Michael J. Hotopp, an award-winning theatrical and television scenic and lighting designer and producer, died on November 2, 2020, at Northern Dutchess Hospital in Rhinebeck, NY.  Hotopp was 74 years old.  

Paul Phillips, Broadway Actor and Stage Manager, Passes Away at 95
by BWW News Desk - December 8, 2020

Paul Phillips, famed Broadway Actor and Stage Manager has passed away in Naples, Florida of natural causes at the age of 95. Paul Phillips was born on October 1, 1925 in Pleasantville, NY. Paul toured the country and worked summer stock for many years stage-managing such legendary performers as Charlton Heston, Groucho Marx, Ethel Waters, and more.

Tony Winner Peg Murray Passes Away at 96 Years Old
by BWW News Desk - December 4, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen star Peg Murray, who won a Tony Award for her performance in the original cast of Cabaret, passed away last week. She was 96 years old.

Stage and Screen Actor Dena Dietrich Dies at 91
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Dena Dietrich has died at 91.

Lynn Kellogg, Original 'Sheila' in HAIR, Dies From Covid-19
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2020

Lynn Kellogg- Simpers, Broadway's original Sheila in the 1968 production of 'Hair,' passed away this week at the age of 77.


Israel Horovitz, Playwright Accused of Sexual Abuse, Passes Away at 81
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2020

Playwright Israel Horovitz has passed away at the age of 81. His wife Gillian confirmed his passing citing cancer as the cause of death.

Stage and Screen Actor Lawrence Clayton Dies at 64
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Lawrence Clayton has died at age 64. The news was shared with BroadwayWorld by multiple friends and former castmates of Clayton's.

Bay Area Opera Singer Sam Hall Dies at 47
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that opera singer Sam Hall has died at age 47.

Stage and Screen Actor Carol Arthur Dies at 85
by BWW News Desk - November 3, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Carol Arthur has died at 85.

007 Star Sean Connery Passes Away At Age 90
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2020

Scottish actor Sean Connery, best known for his portrayal of James Bond, has passed away. He was 90 years old.

Author, Poet, Playwright and Activist Diane di Prima Passes Away at 86
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2020

Author, poet, playwright, activist, Buddhist, and feminist pioneer Diane di Prima made her transition on the morning of Sunday October 25, 2020.

Cleveland Play House Mourns the Loss of Managing Director Kevin Moore
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2020

Cleveland Play House is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Managing Director Kevin Moore. Moore died possibly due to a pulmonary embolism or heart attack on the morning of Saturday, October 24, 2020. He was 59 years old.

Set Designer Ming Cho Lee Dies at Age 90
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that set designer Ming Cho Lee has died at age 90.

Dancer and Actor Marge Champion Dies at 101
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that dancer and actor Marge Champion has died at age 101.

BWW Flashback: Remembering Doreen Montalvo
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2020

As BroadwayWorld sadly reported yesterday, stage and screen actor Doreen Montalvo has died at age 56.  The news came after Montalvo suffered a stroke earlier this month. Today, we remember Doreen with a small collection of her past performances. 

Broadway Mourns the Loss of Doreen Montalvo
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2020

Yesterday, BroadwayWorld was saddened to report the passing of Doreen Montalvo. The Broadway community took to social media to share memories and condolences, including members of her In The Heights, On Your Feet, and Mrs. Doubtfire families.

Broadway Actor Doreen Montalvo, Known For IN THE HEIGHTS and ON YOUR FEET, Dies at 56
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Doreen Montalvo has died at age 56. The news was confirmed by friends on social media. This comes after Montalvo suffered a stroke earlier this month.

Stage and Screen Star Rhonda Fleming Dies at 97
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that screen and stage star Rhonda Fleming has died at 97.

Tony-Nominee Anthony Chisholm Passes Away At 77
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Tony-nominated actor, Anthony Chisholm.  

LES MISERABLES Lyricist Herbert Kretzmer Dies at 95
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that lyricist Herbert Kretzmer has died at age 95. Kretzmer is best known for writing the lyrics to the English musical adaptation of Les Miserables.

Sam Singhaus 'Miss Sammy' Passes Away at Age 62
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2020

The Orlando Sentinel has reported that  Sam Singhaus, 'Miss Sammy', the beloved drag and Broadway performer, passed way Monday evening  from complications related to an inoperable brain tumor at 62.

Chicago Actor Bradley Mott Has Passed Away at 64
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2020

Actor Bradley Mott, a bright star in the Chicago theatre scene, has passed away at age 64 of pancreatic cancer.

Tommy Rall, Dancer in KISS ME KATE and SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS Has Passed Away at 90
by BWW News Desk - October 8, 2020

Tommy Rall, a film and stage veteran known for MGM musicals such as Kiss Me Kate and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, has passed away at age 90 of congestive heart failure. 

Stage and Screen Actor Clark Middleton Dies at 63
by BWW News Desk - October 6, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Clark Middleton has died at age 63.


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