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Coldwater remembers Terrance 'Whitey' Schwieterman, 69, a CPA and family man
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Coldwater remembers Terrance 'Whitey' Schwieterman, 69, a CPA and family man

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Robert Cosby Jr., Mary Cosby’s Son, Dies at 23 in Utah
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Robert Cosby Jr., Mary Cosby’s Son, Dies at 23 in Utah

Robert Cosby Jr., 23, the son of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Mary Cosby, died in Utah after a reported arrest/medical emergency tied to a possible overdose. Mary Cosby publicly confirmed the death and fellow RHOSLC alum Andy Cohen offered condolences. Cosby Jr. had spoken about his substance-abuse struggles on the Bravo show and had pleaded guilty in 2025 to eight charges including assault and trespassing, later being released after a two-month sentence. The article also notes crisis resources for those in distress.

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Kimberly Brook Remembers Eric Dane, Says They'll Miss 'Our Guys'
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Kimberly Brook Remembers Eric Dane, Says They'll Miss 'Our Guys'

Kimberly Brook, the widow of James Van Der Beek, paid tribute to Eric Dane after the actor’s death from ALS, posting RIP and expressing love for Dane’s wife Rebecca Gayheart and that they will miss their friends at Christmas parties; the piece notes Dane died at 53 following an ALS battle, and recalls that Van Der Beek died last week at 48 after a colorectal cancer fight.

Tom Noonan, Iconic Film Villain From Manhunter to RoboCop 2, Dies at 74
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Tom Noonan, Iconic Film Villain From Manhunter to RoboCop 2, Dies at 74

Tom Noonan, a versatile actor known for chilling performances in Manhunter, RoboCop 2, The Monster Squad and Last Action Hero, died on February 14, 2026 at age 74. His death was confirmed by colleagues Karen Sillas and Fred Dekker. A noted playwright and original Buried Child Off-Broadway cast member, Noonan also had an extensive TV career; details on survivors were not immediately available.

Pulp Fiction Actor Peter Greene Dies After Accidental Self-Inflicted Gunshot, ME Rules
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Pulp Fiction Actor Peter Greene Dies After Accidental Self-Inflicted Gunshot, ME Rules

Peter Greene, known for playing Zed in Pulp Fiction, died in his Manhattan apartment from an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound to the left armpit. The New York City Medical Examiner ruled the death accidental; Greene had publicly discussed past addiction issues and was reportedly sober in the years prior. He was discovered after neighbors contacted police for a wellness check.

Tom Noonan, Iconic 80s Screen Villain, Dies at 74
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Tom Noonan, Iconic 80s Screen Villain, Dies at 74

Tom Noonan, a towering character actor whose menace defined villains in Manhunter (Francis Dollarhyde) and RoboCop 2 (Cain), has died at 74. Across film and TV he played a range of outsiders—from cult favorites like The Monster Squad to hits like Heat and 12 Monkeys—while also writing and directing What Happened Was… and pursuing independent cinema. Tributes from friends Karen Sillas and director Fred Dekker highlighted his imposing presence and collaborative spirit.

Frederick Wiseman, Chronicler of American Life, Dies at 96
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Frederick Wiseman, Chronicler of American Life, Dies at 96

Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman, renowned for his observation-driven, narration-free portraits of American institutions, has died at 96. His long-form works—from Titicut Follies to High School, Hospital, Crazy Horse and Monrovia, Indiana—helped redefine the modern documentary and earned him an honorary Academy Award in 2016; his films were largely produced through Zipporah Films and sparked ongoing debates about representation and access.

Lyricist Behind Madonna’s Like a Virgin and Lauper’s True Colors Dies at 75
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Lyricist Behind Madonna’s Like a Virgin and Lauper’s True Colors Dies at 75

Billy Steinberg, the prolific songwriter who co-wrote Madonna’s Like a Virgin, Cyndi Lauper’s True Colors and other ’80s anthems, died in California after a long cancer battle, aged 75. A longtime collaborator with Tom Kelly, he penned hits for Whitney Houston, The Bangles, Heart and more, was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011, and left a lasting legacy as a lyricist and hitmaker across generations.

Observational Trailblazer Wiseman Dies at 96, Redefining Documentary Film
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Observational Trailblazer Wiseman Dies at 96, Redefining Documentary Film

Frederick Wiseman, the pioneering documentary filmmaker whose narration-free, observational portraits of public institutions helped redefine cinema verite, died at 96. A founder of Zipporah Films and a 2016 honorary Oscar recipient, his work—from Titicut Follies to City Hall—shaped generations of documentary storytelling.