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Felix Baumgartner dead at 56 — legendary skydiver known for famous 2012 stratosphere jump killed in tragic paragliding accident
By Chris Nesi Published July 17, 2025 Updated July 17, 2025, 4:05 p.m. ET
(He was lucky he made it to 56... Video and pictures at the link.)
Renowned daredevil Felix Baumgartner, famous for his record-smashing stunts — including a 24-mile skydive from the edge of space in 2012 — has died in a paragliding accident in Italy, according to local media reports.
The 56-year-old Austrian extreme sports enthusiast reportedly fell ill while flying a motorized paraglider in the Italian coastal town of Porto Sant’Elpidio, crashing the craft into a hotel swimming pool.
He reportedly died instantly during the freak accident, according to media reports. A hotel employee was also injured after being struck by the glider and taken to the hospital with neck injuries.
Two hours before the deadly crash, Baumgartner posted an Instagram Story with the ominous caption “too much wind.”
His attention-grabbing stunts included extreme parachuting, BASE jumping and skydiving.
In 1999, he set the world record for the highest parachute jump from a building when he took a leap from the 1,483-foot Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
That same year, he set a record for the lowest BASE jump ever, hurtling himself from the 85-foot arm of the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro.
Then in 2003, Baumgartner became the first person to skydive across the English Channel with the help of a custom-designed carbon fiber wing, leaping from the craft at a height of more than six miles over Dover, England before landing safely in Cap Blanc-Nez in France.
His most famous jump was in 2012, when Baumgartner jumped 24 miles from a helium balloon, reaching a top speed of Mach 1.25 (843.6 mph) and becoming the first person to ever break the sound barrier without a vehicle.
He descended from the stratosphere in full free-fall for four minutes and 19 seconds before deploying his parachute.
The breathtaking stunt was sponsored and documented by Red Bull, which made a documentary from footage recorded from Baumgartner’s helmet-worn camera.
Around 8 million people watched the jump, which was streamed live on YouTube and broadcast on several other online and broadcast platforms.
Social media users posted words of tribute to the fallen daredevil.
“Shocked by the news, RIP,” wrote one fan.
“We will all miss you Felix,” another commented.
https://nypost.com/2025/07/17/world-news/felix-baumgartner-dead-at-56-skydiver-known-for-record-breaking-jumps-killed-in-paragliding-accident/
In the spirit
Of the moment
18 ‘Rocky’ actors
That have passed away
Some so young
Cause unknown
she was really popular when i was a kid, and pretty too....
That's sad. Rest in peace, Miss Francis.
Pretty Little Baby, singer Connie Francis dead @87 >
By Nika Shakhnazarova
Published July 17, 2025, 5:01 a.m. ET
https://nypost.com/2025/07/17/entertainment/connie-francis-pretty-little-baby-singer-dead-at-87/
114yr. Oldest marathoner, Turbaned Torpedo, dies hit-and-run>
By Jenna Lemoncelli
Published July 15, 2025
Updated July 15, 2025, 4:44 p.m. ET
https://nypost.com/2025/07/15/sports/worlds-oldest-marathon-runner-fauja-singh-dies-at-114/
Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies at 90, >
weeks after going into cardiac arrest
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/07/01/jimmy-swaggart-dead-televangelist/84244554007/
Thank you, Red ~~ sad ...
Hall of Fame horse trainer D. Wayne Lukas, a winner of 15 Triple Crown races, dies at 89
https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/hall-of-fame-horse-trainer-d-wayne-lukas-a-winner-of-15-triple-crown-races-dies-at-89/ar-AA1HE9Jb?ocid=msedgntp&pc=HCTS&cvid=339d7e9680f64db4c76705dedb5c981a&ei=58
Bill Moyers, former White House press secretary turned acclaimed TV journalist, dead at 91
https://apnews.com/article/bill-moyers-dead-eed7ecae0e20c2db4b82500996916dfe
And I'm sure he really appreciated it, Boy, did he love his music.
He sure was. A few years ago, I too gifted him a subscription. I can't remember if it was 3 or 6 months. I had won it on the Baseball board.
He put it to good use
lol No argument here.
He brought joyful fantasies to many a young girl's heart.
Time flies. May he rest in peace.
Yeah, he was a very nice guy. Really sorry to hear about it. 😪
arizona1 was kind enough to give me a one month IHUB sub, so mucho thanks to her!
https://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=61524245&txt2find=arizona1
All the young dudes
Mott The Hoople
Live Video 1973
‘60s teen idol Bobby Sherman dead at 81
By Whitney Vasquez Published June 24, 2025, 2:01 p.m. ET
(I'll admit it. I was a fan... long ago and far away. RIP, Bobby.
Lots more pictures at the link.)
Former heartthrob Bobby Sherman has died.
His wife, Brigitte Poublon, and dear friend, John Stamos, confirmed his death on Tuesday, June 24, following a short battle with cancer.
Sherman, who skyrocketed to fame in the 1960s as an actor and musician, was 81.
Bobby Sherman, the ’60s teen idol and actor, died Tuesday morning at the age of 81.
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“It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Bobby Sherman,” Poublon’s message, which was posted by Stamos on behalf of the widow, read. “Bobby left this world holding my hand—just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage. I was his Cinderella, and he was my prince charming.”
The tribute also revealed how Sherman spent his final days.
“As he rested, I read him fan letters from all over the world—words of love and gratitude that lifted his spirits and reminded him of how deeply he was cherished. He soaked up every word with that familiar sparkle in his eye. And yes, he still found time to crack well-timed jokes—Bobby had a wonderful, wicked sense of humor. It never left him,” his wife continued.
Sherman’s wife announced the singer had been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer in March.
“To all of Bobby Sherman’s cherished fans, as many of you know, Bobby has been retired for some time and is no longer able to participate in cameos, sign autographs or make appearances,” Poublon shared on social media at the time. “It is with a heavy heart that we share Bobby has recently been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer.”
“During this challenging time, we kindly ask for your understanding and respect for our privacy,” Poublon continued. “Thank you so much for still remembering him. We really appreciate it.”
Weeks later, she revealed Sherman’s cancer had “spread everywhere.”
“He was doing crossword puzzles with me in the last few days. And then all of a sudden Saturday, he turned around and … he’s just sleeping more and his body’s not working anymore. It’s not. Everything’s shutting down,” she announced in April.
Poublon also shared that the singer was receiving special care at home.
“His last words from the hospital last night were, ‘Brig, I just want to go home,’” she revealed, adding that “he can barely sign his name” and wanted “to be left in peace” to spend his remaining days with his family and five dogs.
During that time, she even advised Stamos, who Sherman considered his “best friend,” to send the singer a personal message via video “because I told him I don’t recommend him come into the room where Bobby’s at right now.”
The “Full House” actor met the singer at Brigitte and Bobby Sherman Children’s Foundation, an organization the couple founded that provides meals and education to children in Ghana, a few years ago, “and we’ve been best friends ever [since],” Poublon explained.
Sherman — real name Robert Cabot Sherman Jr. — had an unbelievable career, which kicked off when Jane Fonda and Natalie Wood discovered him singing “Happy Birthday” at a party hosted by “Rebel Without a Cause” star Sal Mineo.
Both Fonda and Wood fell “in love with Bobby” at the party and helped him get an agent, Poublon said.
The exchange led to his first television gig on the ABC series “Shindig!” where he was a house singer and cast member.
But it was the 1968 breakout role of Jeremy Bolt in ABC’s “Here Come the Brides” that “put Bobby on the map,” his wife shared.
The shaggy-haired star was considered a celebrity crush for many teens in the ’60s and ’70, rivaled only by Donny Osmond and David Cassidy.
Sherman brought joy to millions during his career, which also included the release of 10 albums, with hits including “Little Woman,” “Easy Come, Easy Go,” “La La La (If I Had You)” and “Julie, Do Ya Love Me.”
All four singles reached the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 and achieved gold-selling status.
Sherman’s other acting credits included “Fantasy Island,” “Murder, She Wrote” and “The Love Boat.” His last television appearance was on a 1997 episode of “Frasier,” in which he played himself.
He later decided to switch gears, leaving the entertainment industry to be a man of service as an EMT and a technical reserve police officer with the Los Angeles Police Department.
In 1999, the hitmaker was named LAPD Reserve Officer of the Year.
“He saved lives. He showed us what real heroism looks like—quiet, selfless and deeply human,” his wife said while announcing his death.
“He lived with integrity, gave without hesitation, and loved with his whole heart. And though our family feels his loss profoundly, we also feel the warmth of his legacy—his voice, his laughter, his music, his mission,” Poublon added.
He was previously married to Patti Carnel, with whom he shared two sons, Christopher Noel Sherman and Tyler Carnel Sherman, from 1971 to 1979.
He wed Poublon, who was a fan, in 2011 after meeting at her 40th birthday bash.
Sherman leaves behind Poublon, his sons and six grandchildren.
https://nypost.com/2025/06/24/entertainment/60s-teen-idol-bobby-sherman-dead-at-81/
20 year iHub member and wonderful human Starboy passed away earlier today. Few loved music more than he and no one was ever nicer than him. RIP Don. You will be missed
Singer Bobby Sherman passes away at age 81
Former Hee-Haw and character actor Gailard Sartain passed away at age 78
FedEx founder, executive chairman Fred Smith dead at 80: ‘Pioneer of an industry’
By Reuters Published June 22, 2025, 1:41 a.m. ET
FedEx Corp’s founder and former CEO Frederick Smith, who started the global delivery conglomerate with more than a dozen planes in the 1970s, has died, the company’s CEO Raj Subramaniam said in memo to staff posted on its website on Saturday.
He was 80 years old.
Born in 1944, Smith was most recently serving as the firm’s executive chairman and focused on board governance, as well as issues of global importance, including sustainability, innovation and public policy, according to his profile on FedEx’s website.
Smith stepped aside as FedEx’s CEO in 2022 and was succeeded by Subramaniam, who was then the company’s operations chief.
Frederick Smith started FedEx with more than a dozen planes in the 1970s.
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“Fred was more than just the pioneer of an industry and the founder of our great company. He was a mentor to many and a source of inspiration to all,” Subramaniam said in the memo to staff.
Smith, who served as an officer in the US Marine Corps in Vietnam, officially launched Federal Express in 1973 with 389 team members and 14 small planes that flew 186 packages from Memphis to 25 U.S. cities.
FedEx operations now include 705 aircraft, more than 200,000 vehicles and about 5,000 operating facilities, according to its website.
More than 500,000 employees worldwide handle approximately 17 million shipments each day at FedEx.
https://nypost.com/2025/06/22/business/fedex-founder-executive-chairman-fred-smith-dead-at-80/
Celebrity Chef Anne Burrelll passes away at age 55
'Lightnin Strikes' singer, Pittsburgh's Lou Christie, dies after illness
Cool....even bowed at the end like the Beatles.
Beach Boys' Brian Wilson dead at 82
Born June 20, 1942, in Inglewood, California, a Los Angeles suburb.
Lay Down Burden
The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson dies at 82
By Associated Press Published June 11, 2025, 1:01 p.m. ET
Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys’ visionary and fragile leader whose genius for melody, arrangements and wide-eyed self-expression inspired “Good Vibrations,” “California Girls” and other summertime anthems that made him one of the world’s most influential recording artists, has died at 82.
Wilson’s family posted news of his death to his website and social media accounts Wednesday. Further details weren’t immediately available.
Brian Wilson poses for a portrait in 2007.
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“We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away,” Wilson’s family wrote. “We are at a loss for words right now.”
“Please respect our privacy at this time as our family is grieving,” the statement continued. “We realize that we are sharing our grief with the world.”
The message signed off with phrase “Love & Mercy,” which was the title track of Wilson’s debut solo album that came out in 1988. It was also the name of the 2014 biopic in which Wilson was played by John Cusack and Paul Dano at different stages of his life.
Dennis Wilson, Al Jardine, Mike Love, Brian Wilson and Carl Wilson of The Beach Boys in 1964.
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The eldest and last surviving of three musical brothers — Brian played bass, Carl lead guitar and Dennis drums — he and his fellow Beach Boys rose in the 1960s from local California band to national hitmakers to international ambassadors of surf and sun.
Wilson himself was celebrated for his gifts and pitied for his demons. He was one of rock’s great romantics, a tormented man who in his peak years embarked on an ever-steeper path to aural perfection, the one true sound.
https://nypost.com/2025/06/11/entertainment/the-beach-boys-brian-wilson-dies-at-82/
Thank you falettinme be mice elf agin, Sly. RIP.
Sly Stone, Sly and the Family Stone frontman, dead at 82
By Connor Surmonte Published June 9, 2025, 4:02 p.m. ET
https://nypost.com/2025/06/09/entertainment/sly-stone-sly-and-the-family-stone-frontman-dead-at-82/
Rest in peace, Sly.
Well... I hope he ran the right way to heaven.
Rest in peace, Jim Marshall.
Former Minnesota Vikings Defensive End Jim Marshall passes away at age 87. He was known for running the wrong way
Former boxing world champion Mike McCallum passes away at age 69
MASH actress Loretta Swit (Hot Lips Houlihan) dies at age 87
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/mash-actress-loretta-swit-dies-at-age-87/ar-AA1FNN15?ocid=msedgntp&pc=HCTS&cvid=98854cce291e463dac6de31b6bdb2502&ei=27
Morning, MG. May 'America's Cop' rest in peace.
The NY Post article...
Bernie Kerik, former NYPD Commissioner known as ‘America’s Cop’ after 9/11, dead at 69
By Miranda Devine, Carl Campanile, Jorge Fitz-Gibbon and David Propper
Published May 29, 2025 Updated May 29, 2025, 11:34 p.m. ET
Ex-NYPD Commissioner Bernard Kerik, who was known as “America’s Cop” and led the city’s police department through the 9/11 terror attacks, died Thursday after he was hospitalized with cardiac disease.
He was 69 and surrounded by family and friends at the time of his death at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
Kerik, whose high-profile career was peppered with success and controversy, shot to prominence when he was named the Big Apple’s top cop by former Mayor Rudy Giuliani in 2000 and presided over a 63% drop in violent crime...
The rest is here:
https://nypost.com/2025/05/29/us-news/former-nypd-commissione-bernie-kerik-dead-at-69/
Bernie Kerik, NYC Police Commissioner, at age 69.
Received a pardon from Pres. Trump, for which he was eternally grateful.
Rick Derringer, legendary guitarist and music icon, dead at 77
By Connor Surmonte Published May 27, 2025, 3:45 p.m. ET
Trailblazing New York politician Charles Rangel dead at 94
By DAILY NEWS STAFF, BRIAN NIEMIETZ | bniemietz@nydailynews.com | New York Daily News, CHRIS SOMMERFELDT | csommerfeldt@nydailynews.com | New York Daily News and BARRY WILLIAMS | New York Daily News UPDATED: May 26, 2025 at 3:50 PM EDT
Charles Rangel, dean of New York’s Congressional delegation and the first African-American to chair the House Ways and Means Committee, died Monday in a New York hospital. He was 94.
The City College of New York, where Rangel was statesman-in-residence, made the announcement on Memorial Day. A cause of death wasn’t given.
Rangel was born in New York on June 11, 1930. His father left the family when Rangel was just 6, and among his mother’s jobs were cleaning and factory work.
Rangel attended DeWitt Clinton High School, but dropped out at 16 to get a job. He joined the Army in 1948 and fought in the Korean War, receiving the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star after leading some 40 U.S. troops to safety.
Young Rangel served as a sergeant in the all-black 503rd Field Artillery Battalion in the 2nd Infantry Division.
“I know that nothing is ever going to happen to me in life that I’m going to complain about after Kunu-ri,” he told a reporter in 2000, speaking 50 years after the five-day fight that earned him the Bronze Star for courage in the face of death.
Rangel returned from military service and finished up his high school studies, getting back into the classroom at age of 23.
To make money, he lugged bags — including those of jazz legend Billie Holiday — as a bellhop at Harlem’s Hotel Theresa.
“I completely fell apart,” he reminisced in the Daily News of his long-ago brush with the songstress.
He went on to graduate from New York University in 1957 and St. John’s University School of Law in 1960. He was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha, the nation’s first black fraternity.
After finishing school, he became an assistant U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York under Robert Morgenthau before being elected to the state Assembly.
Rangel was first elected to Congress on Nov. 3, 1970, defeating legendary lawmaker Adam Clayton Powell Jr., who was at the time facing allegations that he’d misused public funds.
He was a founding member and former chair of the Congressional Black Caucus and a past chairman of the New York State Council of Black Elected Democrats. He also sat on the House Judiciary Committee during the impeachment hearings on President Richard Nixon.
Rangel, a mustachioed, natty dresser rarely seen with a hair out of place, hardly had a reputation for a shy and retiring personality.
In 2005, he said Vice President Dick Cheney, who had suffered with bouts of heart trouble, might be too ill to carry out his duties.
“I would like to believe he’s sick rather than just mean and evil,” Rangel said of Cheney in a TV interview.
Rangel’s time in office wasn’t without controversy.
In 2010, he became the first member of Congress in 27 years to be censured after violating House rules. ?Among the claims against Rangel was that he used congressional letterhead and his role as chairman of the Ways and Means Committee to raise money for a New York’s City College center bearing his name.
He was also accused of using rent-stabilized apartment in Harlem as a campaign office and failing to pay taxes on a vacation home. Rangel stepped down from his leadership role on the House Ways and Means Committee as a result of that investigation.
Calling Rangel a “friend,” Rep. Jerry Nadler asked that Congress consider a lesser reprimand while conceding “the conduct of Mr. Rangel was wrong and deserves sanction.”
When a vote was taken, 333 lawmakers voted for censure against only 79 objections.
Rangel was remembered by politicians including former governor and current mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo.
“Charlie Rangel was more than a Congressman—he was a movement unto himself,” Cuomo said in a statement shared with the News.
He praised the former representative for believing in his country “even when it fell short of its promise.
Sen. Chuck Schumer said Rangel’s achievements were too many to list and that the world is better because he was in it.
“Charlie Rangel was a great man, a great friend, and someone who never stopped fighting for his constituents and the best of America,” the Senator posted on X.
Attorney General Letitia James honored the Harlem native as a larger than life figure whose achievements outlived him.
“Charlie Rangel was a giant, and now the lion of Lenox Avenue roars from above. He dedicated himself to his communities in Harlem and across our nation, and his legacy will live on,” she posted on X. “On Memorial Day, we remember this war hero, and may he rest in peace.”
Speaking during the annual Memorial Day ceremony aboard the USS Intrepid, Mayor Adams called Rangel “a great hero” and noted his service in the Korean War.
“He was a true American and a true committer to what’s great about this country,” Adams said.
He told the News that Rangel was a true patriot.
“We’re going to miss him, he was a dear friend and an advisor,” Adams said. “The Harlem you see today is the Harlem he helped plant the seeds for… He was a great American.”
Rangel is preceded in death by his wife, Alma, whom he met in the mid-1950s while on the dance floor of the Savoy Ballroom in Harlem. She died in October. He leaves behind their two children, Steven and Alicia, and several grandchildren.
Originally Published: May 26, 2025 at 11:02 AM EDT
https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/05/26/charles-rangel-dead-obituary-94/
Phil Robertson of Duck Dynasty and a few subsequent shows, passes at age 79.
Was an unabashed follower of Jesus Christ.
Well done, good and faithful servant.
I remember visiting Boston and noticing that as well!
Wendt is survived by his wife of 46 years, actress Bernadette Birkett; their children Hilary, Joe and Daniel; and his stepchildren, Joshua and Andrew.
Early life and education
George Robert Wendt Jr. was born in the Beverly neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois. His parents were Loretta Mary (née Howard) and George Robert Wendt Sr., an officer in the U.S. Navy and a realtor. He was one of nine children, with six sisters and two brothers.[1][2] Their maternal grandfather was photographer Tom Howard.[2] Wendt was of Irish and one quarter German descent.[3] His father's side of the family was from Danzig while his mother's family were from County Mayo but all four grandparents were born in Cook County, Illinois.[4] Wendt was an uncle of actor and former Saturday Night Live writer and cast member Jason Sudeikis, his sister Kathryn's son.[5]
Wiki
George Wendt
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/george-wendt-beloved-cheers-star-dies-at-76/vi-AA1FabZU?ocid=msedgntp&pc=HCTS&cvid=822ce8ce1cc34882a67954aa031e855a&ei=38#details
For many years, my home was one block diagonal from Cheers. The stairs going down to the entrance was accurate but the interior was not.
NORM! Rest in peace Georg Wendt...
‘Cheers’ star George Wendt dead at 76
By Whitney Vasquez Published May 20, 2025, 3:51 p.m. ET
(Lots of pictures at the link.)
Everyone knew his name.
George Wendt, famous for playing Norm Peterson in the iconic sitcom “Cheers,” has died at 76.
His family rep confirmed the news to The Post, saying Wendt “died peacefully in his sleep while at home” Tuesday.
“George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him,” the family rep’s statement read. “He will be missed forever. The family has requested privacy during this time.”
Wendt’s official cause of death has not been disclosed.
The actor earned six consecutive Emmy nominations for his performance as Norm on NBC’s “Cheers” and appeared in all 275 episodes of the program.
Wendt starred in the comedy, which centered around the regulars of the Boston bar “Cheers,” alongside Ted Danson, 77, Rhea Perlman, 77, John Ratzenberger, 78, Kelsey Grammer, 70, Woody Harrelson, 63, Shelley Long, 75, the late Kirstie Alley, and more. The series ran 11 seasons from 1982 to 1993, and took home 28 Emmys.
Wendt was born in Beverly, Illinois, in 1948, and stuck to his roots by starting his career in the city’s booming improv landscape.
The actor began as a comedian at the Second City in the 1970s before becoming a household name.
He appeared in several TV shows until finally landing his big break as Norm.
The role would define Wendt’s career and legacy.
“Afternoon, everybody” became one of the most recognizable lines on “Cheers” and was Norm’s catchphrase. As one of the fan-favorites, Wendt scored six Emmy nominations for Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.
He also reprised the role of Norm in the short-lived “Cheers” spinoff, “The Tortellis,” as well as another spinoff, “Frasier.”
Wendt later scored his own sitcom, “The George Wendt Show.” In the CBS program, he played a radio host car mechanic. It was scrapped after one month.
The National Comedy Center addressed Wendt’s legacy and death in a statement to The Post.
“From his early days with the Second City to his iconic role as Norm on Cheers, George Wendt’s work showcased how comedy can create indelible characters that feel like family. Over the course of 11 seasons, he brought warmth and humor to one of television’s most beloved roles. His work is proudly featured in the National Comedy Center, and we honor his legacy and the joy he brought to generations of fans,” said Journey Gunderson, the center’s executive director.
Wendt wasn’t the only one in his family who caught the acting bug.
“Saturday Night Live” alum Jason Sudeikis, 49, is the late star’s nephew.
The “Ted Lasso” star’s mother, Kathryn, is one of Wendt’s sisters.
The Post has reached out to Sudeikis’ rep for comment.
Wendt once teased that the hardest part of playing Norm was drinking the warm, flat and zero alcohol “beer.”
“There I was slamming those down for a whole day. It not only tastes disgusting, I was afraid of keeling over from high blood pressure,” he told the Washington Post in 1985. “Then I got the knack. I didn’t have to put all those brews away. It only mattered when the camera was pointing my way. It took a couple of years, but now I watch the camera. That’s how I make my money. That’s acting.”
He would go on to play Norm in other non-“Cheers” TV projects, including “Wings,” “The Simpsons” and “Family Guy.”
He also starred as himself on “Seinfeld” and “The Larry Sanders Show,” and had recurring roles on “The Naked Truth” and “Sabrina the Teenage Witch.”
Wendt didn’t just stick to the TV screen.
The star made his Broadway debut in “Art” (1998) and played Edna Turnblad in “Hairspray” from 2007 to 2008.
Wendt’s last public appearance was June 1, 2024, at the Big Slick Celebrity Weekend with NFL star Travis Kelce.
The actor reunited with his “Cheers” co-stars for a trip down memory lane in January 2024 at the 75th annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
The cast gathered around a replica of the series’ popular Boston bar to present the Best Directing for a Comedy Series and Best Writing in a Comedy Series statuettes.
Wendt is survived by his wife of 46 years, actress Bernadette Birkett; their children Hilary, Joe and Daniel; and his stepchildren, Joshua and Andrew.
https://nypost.com/2025/05/20/entertainment/george-wendt-dead-cheers-star-who-played-norm-dies-at-76/
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This board had been created by our beloved Phil (may he rest in peace and save us a beer and some BBQ) to honor those fellow I-hubbers that had passed away, but has become a venue for all to pay respects to Family, Friends and Celebrity's that have passed. Based on that spirit the Mods have agreed to keep this board for the Memories of all who go before us.
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It is particularly in memory of my first Ihub friend that passed away yesterday, 03/21/2006: az2820(Marie) http://www.investorshub.com/boards/profile.asp?user=18488
Goldman's wife PMed me and advised that he passed away yesterday, 12/01/07.
Goldman450 (Rob)with his "boys"..................................In his easy chair with his Grandaughter. Notice he has the remote in his hand. A true man.
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investorbynight advised on 12/23/07 that JackCB had passed on. I'm not sure about the exact date he passed away: http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=25515942 http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/profile.asp?user=63135 Everyone please say a prayer for his family and friends.
Vexari requested I add this poster to the list: http://www.investorshub.com/boards/profile.asp?User=800
01/07/2007________________________________________ FROM MICK , MY FAMILY TO OUR FRIENDS HERE ON IHUB. OUR DAUGHTER CATHY BORN IN CHICAGO,IL. OCTOBER 6,1961 PASSED ON DECEMBER 19, 2006 CATHY WAS BURIED ON DECEMBER 28, 2006 DUE TO A LONG TERM ILLNESS {ISLET CELL CARCINOMA OF THE PANCREAS}. IT IS A RARE CANCER. SHE WAS STRONGER THAN ANYONE I KNOW WITH THIS TYPE OF CANCER TO LIVE FOR OVER 7 YEARS OF PAIN. SHE IS SURVIVED BY HUSBAND BRIAN,TWO SONS NICHOLAS AND NOAH AND THREE LOVELY GRANDCHILDREN. SEE MESSAGE #msg-16032802 FROM MOM AND DAD_____ THANX PHIL_____ Prayers For All Religion: 08/17/2007 Our Father prayer: Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed by thy name. Thy Kingdom come, thy will be done as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trepass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from EVIL. Amen HAIL MARY PRAYER: Hail Mary, Full of Grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amoung women, and blessed is thy womb of Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of death. Amen GLORY BE: Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen A DAILY PRAYER FOR ALL: For those that have sometimes having difficulties in prayer. this should help those in need to pray. Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for building and strengthening our church community through the works of the Holy Spirit. In your loving mercy, please provide us with priestly, ministries and chaplains that we may continue to celebrate the most Sacred Prayers together and journey in support for our families, our troops and to one and another in the Church of God. We ask this through Your Son our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen 0817/2007 These Prayers of above are for those in jewish Belief too. i know you have been waiting for JESUS every Sabbath Day. "7th day of the week." for sometime i have study almost All Faiths. I go to motivations, Robert Schuller, did some with Normal Vincent Peele, Pat Robertson, Jimmy Swagger. "Jimmy is a Sinner but God will give him his Penace One Day." When comfronted by the Pearly Gates and Paradise where Our Beliefs we go to death becomes and Our Soul returns to God.
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TO ALL:
It is with deep and sincere regret that I report this:
One of our long time IHUB NASCAR board posters and contest member lost his wife a few weeks ago. I just found out last evening. His IHUB and TalkZilla handle is iamshazzam. (Jim)
Jim has given me permission to share the PM he sent me last night:
Sent By: iamshazzam To: Phil (Hot Rod Chevy) Date:11/14/2008 11:33:00 PM
Thanks Phil. Sad news - I lost my wife of 45 years three weeks ago. Am still in a state of shock and absolutely lost. I'll keep coming here because I feel like I'm among friends. Thanks for the invite and kindness. If you're interested in Laverne's Memorial, just visit http://dignity.mem.com/Story.aspx?ID=2679224 and feel free to leave a comment in the guest book if you want. I know Pete might like to see it too so let him know if you will. We had many many wonderful years together and I have been a very Blessed man for having had her as my lifelong companion and friend.
Again, thanks for the friendship and I'll jump in here often. Time will certainly help but will never erase the great memories.
Your friend, Jim
I'm going to post this message on our memorial board here, and I also started a TalkZilla board in her honor. Please offer your condolences to Jim.
http://cars.talkzilla.com/boards/board.aspx?board_id=196
Jim PMed me a pic of his wife and asked me to add it here. It is my pleasure:
investorshub.advfn.com/boards/profile.asp
I-Hub's * Clarity * dies (aug, 11 2009) and it was from Pancreatic Cancer.
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/profile.asp?user=82317
From one of his Posts/Sayings >
Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well-preserved
body,
but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn-out, shouting,
'Holy shit! What a ride!'
Screw the doctors - I'm back riding my Harley. Screw the economy, I'm living
it up.
Richard ....
I-Hub's Old Drummerman (Bill) Passes (Feb, 1 2010) after struggling with Emphysema.
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/profile.asp?user=16593
Know to many as the Music Man.
compliments of Woofer, a post of some of his favorite songs.
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=46214213
Jim Lur advised that arthritis65 passed away:
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/profilea.aspx?user=16796
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=50971036
JimLur
Jim------Just wanted to let you know that I lost my best friend early Thursday a.m. He had really began to weaken due to the tumors and the chemo. He was here at home with me and died peacefully. I can truthfully say that he was ready to meet His Maker which he did. I am truly blessed to know that today he is in a much better place with no pain and sorrow. You can let his chat board friends aware of his death if you wish. I just know he truly knew you and Carol were praying for him daily. Stay in touch. Amy
Dr. Feelgood advised valleytopdog passed away:
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/profilea.aspx?user=127776
Notice of the passing of valleytopdog on Friday May 21, 2010
I am the brother of John (valleytopdog) who wanted me to inform this board of his passing. Some of you, I believe, met with him personally. He wanted to let you know how much he enjoyed the many exchanges that he had with many of you on this board. He was a very big believer in the NanoViricides technology and was looking for it to be commercialized during his lifetime. He had a very aggressive form of lung cancer that took him in less than a month. We got him on DCA that began to help, but it was brought too late to the battle to benefit him.
Peace
Robert
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=50538533
He had been diagnosed with congestive heart failure back in December.
He will be missed.. RIP Phil my friend
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