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Originally Published 11 days ago — by AL.com
Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., known for his roles on HBO's 'The Wire' and 'Veep,' has died at age 71 after a short illness, leaving a legacy of memorable performances and a beloved personality.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by CBS News
Isiah Whitlock Jr., renowned for his roles in 'The Wire' and 'Veep,' has died at age 71, with his cause of death not immediately known. He was celebrated for his work in television, film, and collaborations with Spike Lee, leaving a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by BBC
Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr, known for his roles in The Wire and Veep, has died at 71 after a short illness in New York. He was celebrated for his memorable roles and catchphrases, and had a long-standing collaboration with Spike Lee. His passing was mourned by friends and colleagues, highlighting his talent and kindness.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Variety
Isiah Whitlock Jr., a renowned actor known for his roles in 'The Wire' and 'Veep,' has passed away at the age of 71 in New York. He was celebrated for his collaborations with Spike Lee and his memorable catchphrase 'sheeeeee-it.' His career included roles in film, television, and voice acting, leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Cosmopolitan
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, known for her roles in Seinfeld, Veep, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has amassed a net worth of approximately $250 million. Her successful career includes a record-breaking 11 Primetime Emmy Award wins and iconic roles in popular TV shows. While she didn't receive royalties from Seinfeld like her co-stars, she negotiated higher salaries and earned recognition for her performance. Her role in Veep earned her six consecutive Emmy Awards, and her recent work in the MCU suggests her net worth could potentially exceed $1 billion in the future.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadline
President Joe Biden awarded the 2021 National Medals of Arts and the National Humanities Medals to 23 recipients, including Veep star Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bruce Springsteen, Gladys Knight, Mindy Kaling, and Antonio Martorell-Cardona. Biden praised Louis-Dreyfus as "one of the most decorated comedic actors of our time" and joked about whether she preferred being VP or President. The ceremony was held at the White House and attended by a star-studded group of honorees.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Late-night host Stephen Colbert poked fun at Vice President Kamala Harris after she praised President Biden's leadership skills when asked about her role in the administration. Harris also shared a story about an aide who tried to light a fire in her office fireplace but forgot to open the flue, causing smoke to fill the room. The incident bears a similarity to an episode from "The West Wing." Harris has faced criticism from former staffers who describe her as a "bully" and a "soul-destroying" manager.