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Stage and Screen Actor Orson Bean Dies at 91
by BWW News Desk - February 8, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Orson Bean has died at age 91. According to The New York Times, his cause of death was a 'traffic accident' in Venice, CA. Capt. Brian Wendling of the Los Angeles Police Department said that Bean was struck and killed by a car on Friday while crossing the street.

Photo Flashback: Remembering Kirk Douglas
by Walter McBride - February 6, 2020

Hollywood and stage actor, Kirk Douglas, passed away yesterday at age 103. In memory of the legendary actor, BroadwayWorld is reflecting on his life and legacy with a photo flashback.  

Playwright Jane Milmore Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - February 5, 2020

Emmy-nominated, People's Choice award-winning producer-actress-playwright passed away from a fifteen month battle with pancreatic cancer in Los Angeles, California, on February 4, 2020, surrounded by family and friends. She was 64 years old.

British Theatre Director Terry Hands Passes Away at 79
by BWW News Desk - February 4, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that prolific British theatre director Terry Hands passed away today, February 4. He was 79 years old.

Franz Mazura, Celebrated Bass-Baritone, Has Died
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2020

BroadwayWorld has learned that Austrian bass-baritone opera singer and actor Franz Mazura has died.

Stage and Screen Actress Marsha Kramer, Best Known For MODERN FAMILY, Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Marsha Kramer, best known for her role on Modern Family, has passed away.

Margo Lion, Tony Award-Winning Producer of HAIRSPRAY and More, Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Margo Lion, Broadway and off-Broadway producer, has passed away. Lion is best known for her role in producing Hairspray.

MONTY PYTHON Actor and Director Terry Jones Has Died at 77
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Monty Python star Terry Jones has died, according to the BBC. The news was confirmed by his agent. No further details of his death have been released at this time. Jones was 77 years old.

Photo Flash: Remembering Buck Henry
by Walter McBride - January 23, 2020

As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this month, Buck Henry passed away at the age of 89. Henry was an American actor, screenwriter, and director. He was twice nominated for an Academy Award, for Best Adapted Screenplay for The Graduate (1967) and for Best Director for Heaven Can Wait (1978) alongside Warren Beatty.

Bernadette Peters, Kristin Chenoweth, Sutton Foster & More Will Gather to Remember Jerry Herman Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2020

As BroadwayWorld reported last month, Tony Award winning composer and lyricist Jerry Herman passed away at 88 years old. Next month, Broadway will unite to remember the legend.

Broadway Veteran Merwin Foard Passes Away at 59
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway veteran Merwin Foard has passed away. He was 59 years old.

Neil Innes, MONTY PYTHON Comedian and Writer, Has Died at Age 75
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that British comedian and musician Neil Innes has died, according to Deadline. He was 75 years old.

Photo Flashback: Remembering Jerry Herman
by Walter McBride - December 29, 2019

Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld was deeply saddened to report that legendary Tony Award winning composer and lyricist Jerry Herman has passed away. Today, we're remembering Herman with a look back at some photos from our archives. Check them out below!

Broadway Will Dim its Lights For Jerry Herman on January 7
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2019

Yesterday, BroadwayWorld was saddened to report the loss of composer and lyricist Jerry Herman, who passed away on December 26, 2019 at age 88. To commemorate his life and work, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim the lights of Broadway theatres in New York for one minute on Tuesday, January 7th at exactly 6:45pm.  

Video Flashback: A Look Back on the Life and Career of Jerry Herman
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2019

This morning, BroadwayWorld was deeply saddened to report that legendary Tony Award winning composer and lyricist Jerry Herman has passed away. Take a look back on his life with a roundup of flashback videos, from past Tony Awards, clips from his shows, interviews, and much more!

The Theatre Community Mourns the Loss of Jerry Herman
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2019

BroadwayWorld was deeply saddened this morning to report the passing of the legendary Carol Channing. The Broadway community took to social media to share memories and condolences.

Breaking: Legendary Composer and Lyricist Jerry Herman Has Passed Away at 88
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that legendary Tony Award winning composer and lyricist Jerry Herman has passed away. He died in Miami on December 26, due to pulmonary complications. He was 88 years old.

Photo Coverage: Remembering Multi-Platinum Songwriter Allee Willis
by Walter McBride - December 26, 2019

Flashback of some of Allee Willis' Broadway memories from her illustrious career with a collection of vintage photos from our archives. 

Photo Coverage: Remembering Tony Award-Winner Richard Easton
by Walter McBride - December 26, 2019

Take a look back on Richard Easton's life and career with a collection of vintage photos from our archives. 

Photo Coverage: Remembering Veteran Actor Danny Aiello
by Walter McBride - December 26, 2019

Take a look back on the life and career of Danny Aiello with a collection of photos we've snapped over the years. 

THE COLOR PURPLE's Allee Willis Dies at 72
by BWW News Desk - December 25, 2019

BroadwayWorld is sad to report that THE COLOR PURPLE's co-writer, Allee Willis, died on December 24, 2019 at 72.BroadwayWorld is sad to report that THE COLOR PURPLE's co-writer, Allee Willis, died on December 24, 2019 at 72. Willis' long-term partner Prudence Fenton shared news her death on Instagram.

Peter Larkin, Tony Award Winning Broadway Production Designer, Dies at 93
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway production designer Peter Larkin has passed away. He was 93 and died at his home in Bridgehampton, New York, after a brief illness, according to Deadline.

Broadway Veteran Danny Aiello Passes Away at 86
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2019

BroadwayWorld has just learned that stage and screen star Danny Aiello passed away yesterday, December 12, from a 'sudden illness.' He was 86 years old.

Playwright William Luce Passes Away At Age 88
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2019

It was reported today that acclaimed playwright William Luce has passed away at age 88.

Tony Winning Broadway Veteran Richard Easton Has Died at Age 86
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway veteran the Tony Award winner Richard Easton has died. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Easton was 86.


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