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June 26, 2025 — Rick Hurst, the veteran character actor best known to generations of television fans as the lovable Deputy Cletus Hogg on The Dukes of Hazzard, has passed away. He was 79. Born on January 1, 1946, in Houston, Texas, Richard Douglas Hurst began his acting career in the late 1960s. He quickly … Read more
Television lost one of its brightest and most enduring stars today with the passing of Loretta Swit, beloved actress, activist, and artist. She died on May 30, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on November 4, 1937, in Passaic, New Jersey, Loretta Swit began her career on the stage, studying under drama coach Gene … Read more
Today, we mourn the loss of George Wendt, the beloved actor best known for his role as Norm Peterson on the iconic sitcom Cheers. He passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on May 20, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on October 17, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, Wendt began his comedic career … Read more
The world of comedy has lost a true gem. Ruth Buzzi, a beloved comedic actress whose unforgettable characters and timeless humor lit up television screens for decades, has passed away. She was 88. Best known for her work on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In, Ruth Buzzi created indelible comedic moments that left audiences roaring with laughter … Read more
James Darren, the talented actor and singer known for his roles in classic television series and films, including “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine,” passed away on September 2, 2024 at the age of 88. Darren’s career spanned several decades, during which he became a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. Born James William Ercolani on … Read more
Dabney Coleman, the versatile actor known for his portrayals of sharp-tongued and often irascible characters in film and television, passed away on May 16, 2024 at the age of 92. Coleman’s prolific career spanned over six decades, with memorable performances across both comedic and dramatic roles. Born Dabney Wharton Coleman on January 3, 1932, in … Read more
From November 7th to November 14th, Wizard World will be hosting a virtual experience for the Land of the Lost cast. Kathy Coleman (Holly Marshall), Wesley Eure (Will Marshall), and Phil Paley (Cha-Ka) will be on hand for a live Q&A panel, live video chats, recorded video messages, and autographs for fans. The live Q&A … Read more
Super MegaFest is coming up next month and several classic tv stars will be attending. The convention will be held at the Sheraton in Framingham, MA, on October 13th and 14th. It’s a LOST IN SPACE REUNION! Most of the surviving cast of Lost In Space will be there: Bill Mumy, Angela Cartwright, Marta Kristen, … Read more