Ramble on, Bob. John Mayer delivered a touching eulogy for his friend and mentor, Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir, during an emotional public memorial held for the late guitarist in San Francisco on Saturday afternoon. Weir, whom Mayer remembered as a “countercultural icon” and “maestro,” died from underlying lung issues on Jan. 10 after battling cancer. He … Read more
Thousands of people gathered Saturday at San Francisco’s Civic Center to celebrate the life of Bob Weir, the legendary guitarist and founding member of the Grateful Dead who died last week at age 78. Musicians Joan Baez and John Mayer spoke on a makeshift stage in front of the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium after four Buddhist … Read more
A woman that James Ransone once saved from sexual assault is speaking out following the actor’s tragic death earlier this month. Molly Watts took to Instagram on Tuesday to reveal that the late “Wire” star, who died by suicide on Dec. 19 at the age of 46, came to her rescue during a traumatic incident … Read more
“My mommy and daddy,” “chicken dino nuggets” and “my kitty cat” are some of the things today’s youngest children are most thankful for, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 parents of kids ages 0-6 asked parents to ask their child what he or she is most grateful for and record their unfiltered responses. … Read more
Grateful Dead singer Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay has died. She was 78. Godchaux-MacKay died on Sunday at Alive Hospice in Nashville after a lengthy battle with cancer, her family confirmed Monday. “She was a sweet and warmly beautiful spirit, and all those who knew her are united in loss,” the family said in a statement to … Read more
Corey Feldman is stepping back into the spotlight after joining the cast of “Dancing With the Stars.” The 54-year-old actor, who rose to fame as a child star in classic 1980s movies including “The Goonies,” “Stand by Me” and “The Lost Boys,” will compete as a celebrity contestant with professional dancer Jenna Johnson in season 34 … Read more
A few hundred people gathered Friday to name a tiny San Francisco street after legendary Grateful Dead guitarist Jerry Garcia on what would have been his 83rd birthday and as part of a citywide celebration to mark the band’s 60th anniversary. Harrington Street, which is one block long, will also be called “Jerry Garcia Street.” … Read more
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Fans of the Grateful Dead are pouring into San Francisco for three days of concerts and festivities marking the 60th anniversary of the scruffy jam band that came to embody a city where people wore flowers in their hair and made love, not war. Dead & Company, featuring original Grateful Dead members Bob … Read more
In a new episode of her podcast, former first lady Michelle Obama says that she grew up thankful, but that kids today are significantly less so. “When I think about what our parents did or didn’t do, and maybe it’s a little bit different because we’re brother-sister, because that same gender dynamic may make it a little … Read more
Eric Dane revealed he has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease. The “Grey’s Anatomy” star, 52, shared the stunning announcement Thursday in a statement to People. “I have been diagnosed with ALS,” Dane told the outlet. “I am grateful to have my loving family by my side … Read more
Grateful Dead founding member Bobby Weir is one of the last men standing in his legendary rock band. The thought of mortality has crossed Weir’s mind, as he’s seen many of his band members pass. Despite having lived a life full of music and memories, Weir’s sentiment wasn’t one of fear, but rather of acceptance. “Every … Read more
Kate Middleton made a rare comment about her cancer battle while meeting members of the public on Christmas Day. The Princess of Wales, 42, stopped to speak with well-wishers gathered in Sandringham on Wednesday hoping to greet members of the royal family as they walked to and from a Christmas morning service at St. Mary … Read more
Bruce Willis’ daughters are grateful for their dad this Thanksgiving. Tallulah and Scout Willis, whom the “Die Hard” star shares with his ex-wife, Demi Moore, spent time with their father on Thursday to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday as he continues his battle with dementia. The pair posted two photos on Instagram with Bruce, in which … Read more
These boldfacers, like the birds they’ll be gobbling up this Turkey Day, are stuffed with gratitude. Knicks captain Jalen Brunson is thankful for his family, friends and close circle. Getty Images Jalen Brunson, Knicks captain “I’m thankful for my family, my friends and my close circle who have always supported me non-stop, and who have … Read more
She’s starting to save after the “red wave.” A doomsday prepper says she can “finally take a break” from stockpiling after Donald Trump’s election win because the president-elect will “save us all.” Rowan MacKenzie, 40, has spent 13 years and a staggering $350,000 hoarding emergency supplies in anticipation of societal collapse. But following Trump’s landslide victory on … Read more
Peter Gallagher is “grateful” Mischa Barton is “still alive.” The 69-year-old actor spoke about Barton, who was his co-star in “The O.C.,” revealing the level of fame she was dealing with at an early age “can kill you.” Barton, now 38, was just 16 when she was cast as Marissa Cooper in Josh Schwartz’s early … Read more
Phil Lesh, the bass player who co-founded the legendary rock band Grateful Dead, died Friday. He was 84. Lesh’s death was announced in a statement posted on his official Instagram account. “Phil Lesh, bassist and founding member of the Grateful Dead, passed peacefully this morning,” the statement shared Friday read. “He was surrounded by his family and … Read more
A former Miss South Africa contestant hounded over a nationality row was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria on Saturday local time, capping a difficult few weeks for the beauty queen. Born to a Nigerian father in South Africa, Chidimma Adetshina withdrew from the country’s competition “for the safety and wellbeing of my family and I” after … Read more
World War II veteran Dominick Daniel Santagata will turn 100 on August 23, and the Woodhaven, Queens, native will be showered with birthday cards from at least 100 grateful New Yorkers and their friends and family around the globe. It’s all thanks to a history-loving Westchester millennial who made it her mission to thank the … Read more
Armie Hammer has finally spoken out about being accused of cannibalism. The actor, 37, appeared on the June 16 episode of the “Painful Lessons” podcast and addressed the “bizarre” accusations, years after some of his accusers shared alleged messages from Hammer in which he detailed sexual fetishes and a desire to eat their flesh. “There were things … Read more