All articles tagged with #obituaries
Los Angeles County's medical examiner ruled actor Robert Carradine's death a suicide by hanging, with the primary cause listed as sequelae of anoxic brain injury after a long battle with bipolar disorder; his family and friends spoke about mental illness stigma and celebrated his humor and generosity.
Actor Bobby J. Brown, known for The Wire and We Own This City, died at age 62 in a barn fire in St. Mary’s County, Maryland, after attempting to jump-start a vehicle inside; his wife was injured saving him, and investigators say the fire appears accidental and vehicle-related.
Neil Sedaka, the buoyant singer, pianist and songwriter behind 1950s hits like Oh! Carol and a 1970s comeback with Laughter in the Rain and Love Will Keep Us Together, has died at 86.
Bobby J. Brown, the actor who portrayed Officer Bobby Brown on HBO’s The Wire, died at 62 from smoke inhalation in a Maryland barn fire, an accident after he went inside the structure to jump‑start a car, per TMZ citing his daughter; his career also included roles in Homicide: Life on the Street, City by the Sea, Miss Virginia, Law & Order: SVU, Veep, and a return to HBO in the limited series We Own This City.
Bobby J. Brown, a character actor best known for The Wire, died at 62 after a Maryland barn fire; authorities ruled the death an accident from diffuse thermal injury and smoke inhalation, and his wife was severely burned while trying to rescue him; Brown's career included Law & Order: SVU and We Own This City, and he began as a professional boxer before turning to acting, leaving behind his wife and children.
Terrance “Whitey” Schwieterman, 69, of Coldwater, died February 25, 2026, after Lewy Body Dementia. Born July 11, 1956, he earned a business degree from Ohio State University and an MBA from Wright State, and was a CPA who loved fishing, hunting, baseball, and family. He married Joann Niekamp in 1980 and is survived by three children (Natalie, Tyler, and Kelly) and a granddaughter Maddie. A private service will be held at a later date; memorial contributions may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association.
Oliver “Power” Grant, an early Wu-Tang associate who founded the Wu Wear fashion line and helped launch the group’s visual identity while executive producing early recordings, died at 52. He also acted in films and was portrayed in Wu-Tang media; tributes flowed from members after the news, with details about his role in shaping Wu-Tang’s brand and fashion legacy.
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.
Robert Carradine, 71, the actor known for Revenge of the Nerds, The Long Riders, and Lizzie McGuire, has died. Deadline reports he took his own life after a roughly two-decade battle with bipolar disorder. The Carradine family issued a statement praising him as a devoted father and cherished brother, asking for privacy as they grieve. He is survived by his children, grandchildren, and other relatives in a storied acting family.
Rondale Moore, 25, an NFL wide receiver who played for the Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons and Minnesota Vikings, died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound in New Albany, Indiana. Moore had suffered season-ending knee injuries in recent seasons and had been signed to a one-year, $2 million deal with the Vikings; police are investigating and an autopsy is pending.
Anna Murdoch Mann dePeyster, who died aged 81 on February 17, 2026, was Rupert Murdoch’s steady, elegant partner for three decades and mother to Elisabeth, Lachlan and James; she helped safeguard their inheritance and influence after the 1998 divorce, balanced philanthropy with a cosmopolitan life, and remained a key matriarchal figure in the Murdoch dynasty.
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.
Eric Dane, the actor best known for Grey's Anatomy who publicly advocated for ALS awareness after his diagnosis, died at 53 from ALS. His death underscores the impact of Lou Gehrig's disease and his ongoing advocacy for ALS research.
William H. Foege, a physician-epidemiologist, led the global eradication of smallpox via ring vaccination, conducting pivotal campaigns in Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and India before directing the CDC and shaping HIV and broader public-health efforts; he died at 89.
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.