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90s Rock Star Dies Days After Leaving Farewell Tour

The influential Los Angeles musician died days after withdrawing from L7’s planned farewell tour because of an aggressive illness. LOS ANGELES — Jennifer Finch, the longtime bassist whose forceful playing and creative presence helped shape the influential rock band L7, has died after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. She was 59. Finch’s bandmates announced her death Saturday, July 18, less than a week after L7 publicly disclosed her diagnosis and said …

Child Actor Blake Garrett’s Cause of Death Confirmed

The former child actor, remembered for “How to Eat Fried Worms,” died Feb. 8 at a sober living residence in Tulsa. TULSA, Okla. — Former child actor Blake Garrett died from acute fentanyl toxicity, and his death was ruled an accident, according to findings attributed to the Oklahoma Office of the Chief Medical Examiner more than five months after he died. The ruling provides an official explanation for Garrett’s Feb. 8 death at age 33. …

Dolly Parton Makes Major Career Move After Health Setback

The country star’s life story will reach Broadway while she continues recovering from health issues. NEW YORK — Dolly Parton’s life story is headed to Broadway, with “Dolly: A True Original Musical” set to begin previews Dec. 7 at the St. James Theatre and open Jan. 19, 2027, on the country star’s 81st birthday. The Broadway announcement gives Parton a major new stage project after months of concern over her health and the cancellation of …

Pro Wrestling Star Dead at 44

The former TNA and All Japan Pro Wrestling champion had battled brain cancer for nearly a decade. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Joe Doering, a professional wrestler who won major championships in TNA and All Japan Pro Wrestling, died June 26 after a long battle with brain cancer. He was 44. His death was announced by wrestling promotions and confirmed through family updates shared in the days before he died. Doering had been moved into hospice care …

Super Bowl Halftime Performer Dies in Tragic Accident

Extreme athlete Andy Lewis and Arizona resident Danny Joe Kregle died during a jump near Moab. MOAB, Utah — Two men died June 14 during a tandem BASE jump in the remote Mineral Bottom area of Grand County, including Andy Lewis, a well-known extreme athlete who performed during Madonna’s 2012 Super Bowl halftime show. Authorities identified the men as Lewis, 39, of Moab, and Danny Joe Kregle, 68, of Arizona. The deaths drew grief from …

‘Elf’ Star Arrested in Florida, Held Without Bond

The actor and comedian remained jailed without bond as court records offered limited details about the allegations. TAMPA, Fla. — Actor and comedian Faizon Love, known for roles in films including “Elf” and “Friday,” was arrested in Hillsborough County, Florida, on June 16 and booked into jail on two counts of contempt of court. Jail records showed the 58-year-old actor was being held without bond as of Wednesday night. Love’s arrest quickly drew national attention …

Tip Reignites Search for Missing Nancy Guthrie

Authorities say the lead remains unverified as investigators continue reviewing evidence in the four-month-old case. TUCSON, Ariz. — Search teams in northern Mexico conducted a new effort to locate Nancy Guthrie after anonymous messages claimed the missing Arizona woman was buried near Nogales, Sonora. The search ended without a confirmed discovery, leaving investigators pursuing another lead in a case that has remained unresolved since February. Authorities and volunteer search organizations say the latest development has …

Pro Wrestler Dies in Shocking Accident at 23

The rising performer was killed in a head-on collision on Long Island as tributes spread across the wrestling community. PATCHOGUE, N.Y. — Independent professional wrestler Jordan Saint, a rising talent known to fans as “Black Flash” Jordan Saint, died June 12 after a head-on crash on Long Island. He was 23. Authorities said another vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic on Bethpage State Parkway and collided with Saint’s car. Saint, whose full name was Jordan Nasir …

Grammy-Winning Songwriter Killed in Horrific Attack

Police arrested three people after the attack, while investigators continue to examine what led to the fatal incident. LONDON — Grammy-winning songwriter Talay Riley, whose work included collaborations with Dua Lipa, Britney Spears and other major artists, died after a stabbing in east London on June 5. He was 35. Police said officers found Riley with stab wounds at a property in the Silvertown area before he was taken to a hospital, where he was …

“Twin Peaks” Actor Dies Suddenly at 44

The Welsh performer built a career across television, film and London’s West End before his sudden death. CARDIFF, Wales — Welsh actor Owain Rhys Davies, known for appearances in “Twin Peaks: The Return,” “The OA” and numerous West End productions, has died at age 44, according to a statement released by his family. The announcement was made public over the weekend and confirmed Tuesday by multiple entertainment outlets. Davies’ death has drawn attention across the …