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Spokane Man Killed En Route to Mother's Funeral

Iceman — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 00:26:28 +0000

A motorcyclist riding to his mother’s funeral was killed in a crash on Highway 2, heading north to Newport. John Sanderson, 59, was killed when a truck unexpectedly attempted to u-turn in the middle of the highway. Sanderson was traveling behind the truck. Sanderson was en route to his mother’s 11:00 a.m. funeral. He was [...]

Michael Clarke Duncan Dead at 54

Damon Houx — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 22:11:30 +0000

Michael Clarke Duncan, with his inimitable voice and stature, has passed away from a heart attack at age 54, according to his fiancee. Duncan first entered Hollywood doing bit parts in films like ‘Friday’ and ‘Bullworth’ often playing a security guards or bouncers (and often credited as ‘Big Mike” Duncan). It was his turn as [...]

Michael Clarke Duncan Dead at 54 – Not a Celebrity Hoax

Andrew Kirk — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 22:08:29 +0000

RIP Oscar-nominated actor Michael Clarke Duncan. A plethora of media sources are announcing the death after it was confirmed by his fiance Sept. 3. The giant of a man died of a heart attack. He had been having heart trouble for the past several months. Most famous for his rolls in “The Green Mile” with [...]

Miranda Lambert Loses Longtime Friend in 'Tragic Accident'

Alanna Conaway — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:01:53 +0000

During what have been some of the roughest weeks in Miranda Lambert‘s personal life, things just seem to be getting harder and harder to get through. Lambert and her husband, Blake Shelton, recently dealt with the passing of his father, Dick Shelton. Now, Lambert is dealing with yet another loss. With her emotions running high, Lambert took to her Twitter page, where she poured her hurt out in a late night message.

Goodbye Lola – Baby Elephant's Death Reveals Deep Empathy of Species

Chuck Hall — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:05:31 +0000

Elephants are an amazing creature; check out this story and video. Warning: It's a tear jerker

Top Ten Wildest Ways People Have Died!

Paul Drake — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 22:29:31 +0000

Strange but true stories have always fascinated me. These grim stories really happened! Most of them occurred within the last 16 months. The top 10 wildest ways people have come to meet their maker. These might make you cringe...ot

UPDATE: Libyan Dictator Muammar Gadhafi Killed by Rebels in Sirte

Shauna Wright — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 21:00:45 +0000

Former Libyan dictator Muammar Gadhafi, who’s been in hiding since August when a NATO-backed rebel force seized his headquarters in Tripoli, was killed on Thursday after rebels stormed his hometown of Sirte, where the last remnants of troops loyal to him were hiding. He was 69 years old.

Charlie Daniels Band Keyboardist Joel 'Taz' DiGregorio Killed in Car Accident

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 21:40:26 +0000

Condolences go out to the family and friends of Charlie Daniels Band member Joel ‘Taz’ DiGregorio, who was killed in a car accident Wednesday night (October 12) just outside of Nashville. Taz, 67, was on his way to bus call late Wednesday when he wrecked his car along I-40 in Cheatham County. The keyboardist died as a result of the injuries he sustained in the single-car accident.

Marshall Grant, Johnny Cash's Last Living Original Band Member, Dead at 83

Jeff Giles — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 19:48:08 +0000

Nashville legend Marshall Grant, the last surviving member of Johnny Cash‘s original band, passed away on Sunday after suffering an aneurysm. He was 83 years old.

Grant’s bass playing helped anchor the Cash combo known as the ‘Tennessee Two,’ and was a signature part of his early sound. Just as importantly, Grant, in the picture above on the right, served as the band’s road manager, working with Cash from 1954-1980.

James Arness, Star of 'Gunsmoke,' Dead at 88

The Brad — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 22:36:24 +0000

Actor James Arness, who played the legendary Marshal Matt Dillon on the popular Western series 'Gunsmoke,' died Friday of natural causes at his home in Los Angeles, a family spokesperson has confirmed. He was 88.

The larger-than-life actor, who stood at a towering 6'7," played the indelible Marshal for 20 seasons and over 600 episodes, helping to make 'Gunsmoke' one of the longest-running primetime series in TV history.

Elizabeth Taylor Dead at 79 [VIDEO]

The Brad — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 19:56:53 +0000

Legendary actress Elizabeth Taylor, who for decades captivated audiences with her beauty and talent, died Wednesday in Los Angeles of congestive heart failure, the AP has confirmed. She was 79. The British-born actress, who appeared in over 50 films throughout her illustrious career, rose to fame as a child actress in such movies as ‘Lassie [...]

Elizabeth Taylor: A Legendary Life in Photos

The Brad — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 19:54:54 +0000

Elizabeth Taylor, who died Wednesday in Los Angeles of congestive heart failure, was one of Hollywood’s most famous and popular stars, with roles in such classic movies as ‘Giant,’ ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’ and ‘A Place in the Sun.’ Though health problems plagued her entire career, Taylor proved to be one of Hollywood’s biggest [...]

Psychic Sylvia Browne Says Michael Jackson Is Enjoying the Afterlife and Princess Diana Is Happy About Her Son's Marriage

Faith Martin — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:23:28 +0000

–In fact, she’s spoken recently to both MICHAEL JACKSON and PRINCESS DIANA. And you’ll be happy to know that things are pretty cool with both of them. –Michael is relieved not to be hounded and persecuted anymore. Sylvia says, quote, “He said that he was very maligned in this life, and he’s not holding any [...]