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  • Joe Lieberman dead at 82

    Joe Lieberman dead at 82

    An historic figure in politics in the late 20th century succumbs to his fate at the age of 82..

    Former U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman of Connecticut, who nearly won the vice presidency on the Democratic ticket with Al Gore in the disputed 2000 election and who almost became Republican John McCain’s running mate eight years later, has died, according to a statement issued by his family.

    Lieberman died in New York City on Wednesday due to complications from a fall, the statement said. He was 82.

  • Richard Lewis dead at 76

    Richard Lewis dead at 76

    Richard Lewis, the beloved stand-up comedian and a star of “Curb Your Enthusiasm,“ has died, his publicist announced.

    Lewis, 76, died at his home in Los Angeles after a heart attack Tuesday night, according to his publicist, Jeff Abraham

    He was one of the most prolific comedians of our time.. May he now rest in peace.

  • Death of a million dollar champ: Virgil leaves the world

    Death of a million dollar champ: Virgil leaves the world

    This one is sad..

    Virgil dead at 61..

    Referee Mark Charles III confirmed this sad news by posting the following on Facebook:

    “My dear friends, it is with great sorrow that I bring news from the Jones family of the passing of our beloved Michael Jones, whom we know and loved as Virgil, Vincent, Soul Train Jones and more.

    Virgil passed peacefully at the hospital this morning and I ask that you pray for him and for his family.

  • Alec Musser dead suddenly at 50

    Alec Musser dead suddenly at 50

    Alec Musser dead suddenly at 50..

    The soap actor, who is best known for playing Del Henry in “All My Children,” died at his home in Del Mar, Calif., his fiancée, Paige Press, told TMZ.

    Musser’s uncle Robert further confirmed the news to the outlet, but a cause of death has not yet been revealed.

    The actor appeared on the long-running soap opera between 2005 and 2007 and he was seen in a total of 43 episodes.

    Adam Sandler paid tribute to Musser on Instagram, writing, “I loved this guy. Cannot believe he is gone. Such a wonderful, funny good man. Thinking of him and his family and sending all my love. A true great sweetheart of a person.”

    He also made appearances in the TV series Rita Rocks in 2009, Desperate Housewives in 2011 and Road to the Altar in 2009.

  • Sanda Day O’Conner dead at 93

    Sanda Day O’Conner dead at 93

    Sandra Day O’Connor dead at 93.. an historic figure who was a game changer for the Supreme Court..

    She died in Phoenix, Arizona, on Friday “of complications related to advanced dementia, probably Alzheimer’s, and a respiratory illness,” the Supreme Court said in a statement.

    A trailblazer.

    May she rest in peace.

  • Hell opens its doors: Henry Kissinger dead at 100

    Hell opens its doors: Henry Kissinger dead at 100

    Henry Kissinger, the toweringly influential former secretary of state who earned a reputation as a sagacious diplomat but drew international condemnation and accusations of war crimes for his key role in widening the American presence in Vietnam and the U.S. bombing of Cambodia, died Wednesday.

    He was 100.

    Say no more. You can do your own research..

  • Friends Star Matthew Perry dead at 54

    Friends Star Matthew Perry dead at 54

    A shock in the entertainment industry this Saturday night, FRIENDS TV, show star Matthew Perry is dead at the age of 54.

    TMZ reported that first with other news outlets following up, rumors initially have it that’s a Star died in an apparent drowning.

    Just days ago that star posted a social media message about his appreciation of water with a photograph that had a haunting aura.

    There is tons of speculation–as would be expected.. Police are saying no foul play as Perry was found dead in his JACUZZI..

    Another select few are speculating about what he was about to “reveal”..

    However those who followed him know of his terrible plight of addiction that overtook his life in the past several years..

    Developing..

  • Dreamweaver Gary Wright dead at 80

    Dreamweaver Gary Wright dead at 80

    The “Dream Weaver” musician died after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and dementia. TMZ first reported the news, which was also shared by Wright’s friends.

    The composer’s son, Justin Wright, said that his father died at his home in Palos Verdes Estates, California, on Monday morning, Sept. 4.

    The news came approximately six years after the “Love Is Alive” singer was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and not long after, with dementia.

  • Smashmouth’s Steve Harwell dead at 56

    Smashmouth’s Steve Harwell dead at 56

    Smash Mouth singer Steve Harwell has died at age 56 after entering hospice care at his home, multiple outlets reported Monday.  

    The New York Times and Rolling Stone both reported that Harwell died Monday, several days after entering hospice to prepare for his end of life. 

    Band manager Robert Hayes told Rolling Stone that Harwell died at his Boise, ID home “surrounded by family and friends,” and “passed peacefully and comfortably.”

  • Jimmy Buffett dead at 76

    Jimmy Buffett dead at 76

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    Jimmy Buffett dead at 76..

    “Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1st surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs,” a statement posted to Buffett’s official website and social media pages said late Friday.

    “He lived his life like a song till the very last breath and will be missed beyond measure by so many.”