MEXICO CITY — Mexican actor Ana Ofelia Murguía, who gave voice to the character of “Mama Coco” in the popular Pixar film “Coco,” has died, Mexican officials said. She was 90. Mexico’s National Fine Arts Institute announced Murguía’s death Sunday without providing a cause of death. “She leaves an enormous void on our country’s sets,” Culture Secretary … Read more
Tom Wilkinson, the actor who could turn a manic lawyer, a steel-foreman-turned-stripper and parts small and large into mesmerizing turns, winning Oscar nominations and plaudits for his performances in movies like “Michael Clayton” and “The Full Monty,” died on Saturday, according to The Associated Press. He was 75. The A.P. cited a statement from his … Read more
Beloved actor Ken Hudson Campbell is thanking his friends and the public for their support in his ongoing battle with cancer. “I am moved beyond belief by your generosity and well wishes. I know it sounds cliché, but it’s true,” Campbell, 61, posted Christmas Day on his GoFundMe page next to a photo of him … Read more
“Parasite” actor Lee Sun-kyun, who died from an apparent suicide, was reportedly dropped from a film project before his death. The 48-year-old was being investigated for his alleged drug use weeks prior to his passing and was apparently let go because of it, according to the Daily Mail. The South Korean star was set to … Read more
Lee Sun-kyun, the South Korean actor who rose to international fame after starring in the Oscar-winning film “Parasite,” was found dead in Seoul on Wednesday. He was 48. Mr. Lee had recently been under police investigation on suspicion of illegal drug use, and he denied the accusations. The police said they were investigating the death … Read more
South Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun, known for his role in the Oscar-winning movie “Parasite,” was found dead Wednesday from an apparent suicide, authorities said. Lee, 48, was discovered unconscious inside a car beside a charcoal briquette — which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning when burned in an enclosed space — at a Seoul park around 10:30 a.m., South … Read more
“I Am Burt Reynolds” is making its long-awaited television premiere. The award-winning documentary, directed by Adrian Buitenhuis, traces Reynolds’ storied Hollywood career — he was, in the 1970s, the world’s biggest movie star and sex symbol — from his early television roles to his breakout movies (“Deliverance,” “The Longest Yard,” “Smokey and the Bandit”) to … Read more
Puerto Rican actor Kamar de los Reyes has died at age 56. According to a family spokesperson, he died on Christmas Eve after a battle with cancer. Best known for the “Call of Duty” video game franchise and the long-running soap, “One Life To Live,” de los Reyes was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, … Read more
“Men in Black” and “Field of Dreams” actor Mike Nussbaum has died at age 99. He was reportedly the oldest professional working actor in the U.S., according to the Associated Press. Nussbaum died of natural causes in his Chicago home, just six days shy of his 100th birthday, according to his daughter, Karen. “He was … Read more
Matthew Perry’s ex-girlfriend Kayti Edwards claims she once found the late actor lying on a couch with his hands superglued to his legs so he wouldn’t consume drugs. “I was at Matthew’s place in the Hollywood Hills,” Edwards, 47, told The Sun on Saturday. “He was in a bad way.” Edwards — who claims she … Read more
Ryan O’Neal’s cause of death has been revealed. According to his death certificate, obtained by The Blast, the prolific, Oscar-nominated actor for his role in 1970’s “Love Story” and two-time Golden Globe nominee, died of congestive heart failure after suffering from cardiomyopathy for years. He was 82. The death certificate, created by the County of … Read more
Ryan O’Neal, the prolific, Oscar-nominated actor for his role in 1970’s “Love Story” and two-time Golden Globe nominee, has died. He was 82. His son, 56-year-old actor Patrick O’Neal, confirmed the news on his Instagram account Friday. “So this is the toughest thing I’ve ever had to say but here we go. My dad passed away peacefully … Read more
He took fa-la-la-la-la fall. Renowned comedic actor Chevy Chase took a tumble Wednesday during a “Christmas Vacation” Q&A event at the Shea’s Performing Arts Center in Buffalo, New York. According to TMZ, the actor, alongside his wife, were present for a screening of the Nation Lampoon film and he was reportedly brought out on stage … Read more
Popular UK porn star and internet personality Sophie Anderson has died at the age of 36, just days after the death of her husband – and fellow adult entertainer – Oliver Spedding. The news was announced today on Instagram by Anderson’s former porn partner, Rebecca More – the two shot to viral internet fame several years ago … Read more
A famous “Grand Theft Auto” actor was swatted during a Thanksgiving livestream. Ned Luke, the voice actor of main character Michael De Santa in “GTA 5,” was swatted during a YouTube livestream of himself playing the violent video game for fans on Thursday. The actor took a phone call apparently warning him before he abruptly ended his stream. “I … Read more
Joss Ackland, a self-described workaholic actor who appeared in more than 130 movies, TV shows and radio programs, most notably — for American audiences, at least — as a villainous South African diplomat in “Lethal Weapon 2,” died on Sunday at his home in Clovelly, a village in southwestern England. He was 95. His agent, … Read more
British actor Joss Ackland has died at the age of 95. The “Mighty Ducks” and “White Mischief” actor’s family said the star passed away “peacefully” while being “surrounded by family” on Sunday. “With his distinctive voice and commanding presence, Ackland brought a unique intensity and gravitas to his roles,” the statement continued. “He will be … Read more
The death of former child actor Evan Ellingson is being investigated as a possible overdose, according to a new report. Law enforcement sources told TMZ that drug paraphernalia was found in the San Bernardino County, Calif., sober-living home the “My Sister’s Keeper” star, who died Sunday at 35, was staying in. The outlet added that … Read more
Matthew Perry was working on a biopic — according to one of the last people to see him before his tragic death on Saturday. Athenna Crosby, who was photographed having lunch with the actor the day before he died in an apparent drowning, told Entertainment Tonight that Perry, 54, was excited about the idea of … Read more
“Home Improvement” star Zachery Ty Bryan pled guilty Wednesday to felony assault in the fourth degree constituting domestic violence, in an Oregon courtroom. As part of a negotiated resolution, which dismissed the second count of assault in the fourth degree, Bryan will only be required to serve seven days in jail instead of 19 to 20 … Read more