Ron Cephas Jones, known for his performance in “This Is Us,” has died, according to his manager. He was 66. Jones died of a long-standing pulmonary issue, manager Dan Spilo said in a statement to NBC News on Saturday. “I’m so saddened. What a gift he was to my life. What an honor to have known and… Continue reading Ron Cephas Jones, Emmy-winning ‘This Is Us’ actor, dies at 66
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Dealer sentenced to 10 years in prison in death of ‘The Wire’ actor Michael K. Williams
A New York City drug dealer was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison for providing “The Wire” actor Michael K. Williams with fentanyl-laced heroin, causing his death. Irvin Cartagena, 40, of Aibonito, Puerto Rico, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Ronnie Abrams. Cartagena had pleaded guilty in April to conspiring to distribute drugs. Williams overdosed in… Continue reading Dealer sentenced to 10 years in prison in death of ‘The Wire’ actor Michael K. Williams
Broadway actor Chris Peluso, known for ‘Mamma Mia!’ and ‘Wicked,’ dies at 40
Chris Peluso, a Broadway actor known for his work in ‘Mamma Mia!’ and ‘Wicked,’ died August 15 at age 40, a friend of the family told TODAY.com. Peluso’s death came one year after it was announced he would be stepping away from acting to seek treatment for a schizoaffective disorder, according to Playbill. A cause of death… Continue reading Broadway actor Chris Peluso, known for ‘Mamma Mia!’ and ‘Wicked,’ dies at 40
‘Game of Thrones’ actor Darren Kent has died, talent agency says
Darren Kent, best known for his roles in dramas like “Game of Thrones” and “EastEnders,” has died, his talent agency said. The English actor’s talent agency, Carey Dodd Associates announced the news in a post Tuesday on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. The agency did not immediately respond to TODAY.com’s request for comment and… Continue reading ‘Game of Thrones’ actor Darren Kent has died, talent agency says
‘Game of Thrones’ actor Darren Kent has died, talent agency says
Darren Kent, best known for his roles in dramas like “Game of Thrones” and “EastEnders,” has died, his talent agency said. The English actor’s talent agency, Carey Dodd Associates announced the news in a post Tuesday on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. The agency did not immediately respond to TODAY.com’s request for comment and… Continue reading ‘Game of Thrones’ actor Darren Kent has died, talent agency says
Broadway actor who played Simba in ‘The Lion King’ dies at 47
Broadway Actor Clifton Oliver, best known for playing Simba in ‘The Lion King,” has died at 47. The actor died early Wednesday morning, according to his sister Roxy Hall. “His partner Richard, was singing to him the song Psalm 23 as he took his last breath this morning at 3:20 AM,” Hall wrote in a… Continue reading Broadway actor who played Simba in ‘The Lion King’ dies at 47
‘Beef’ breakout star Young Mazino shares how he went from office job to Emmy-nominated actor
Young Mazino, the surprising standout talent in Netflix’s “Beef,” on Thursday shared a relatable tidbit about his past: He, too, once worked a 9-to-5 office job while trying to launch his acting career. Critics and fans have lauded “Beef, also starring Ali Wong and Yeun, as a contender for best show of the year. And… Continue reading ‘Beef’ breakout star Young Mazino shares how he went from office job to Emmy-nominated actor
Mark Margolis, actor known for ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Better Call Saul,’ dies at 83
Mark Margolis, a journeyman character actor best known for playing a wild-eyed drug lord on the AMC shows “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul,” died Thursday, according to his family and his agent. He was 83. He died at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City after a short illness, his family said in a… Continue reading Mark Margolis, actor known for ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Better Call Saul,’ dies at 83
Driver charged in Vermont crash that killed actor Treat Williams
A Vermont man was charged in the crash that killed actor Treat Williams, Vermont State Police said Tuesday. Ryan Koss, 35, was cited Tuesday evening on a charge of grossly negligent operation with death and released, the agency said in a statement. He is scheduled to be arraigned Sept. 25 in Bennington, it said. Koss,… Continue reading Driver charged in Vermont crash that killed actor Treat Williams