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Daily Mail
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
CHiPs star Erik Estrada, 75, makes rare appearance with wife of 27 years Nanette and their stunning daughter, 25
Erik Estrada and his wife Nanette Mirkovic made a rare red carpet appearance on Friday evening. The stars proved they are very much together after 27 years of matrimony as they held onto each other at the Fairmont Hotel. They were at Nancy Davis' Race To Erase MS Gala in Los Angeles. The 75-year-old CHiPs star made heads turn while hand-in-hand with his 65-year-old wife. Also with them was their pretty daughter Francesca Natalia, 25, who wore a low-cut black lace gown. The iconic actor looked red carpet ready in a sharp black suit with a white shirt and ivory tie. He appeared to be in good spirits as he enjoyed the splashy event where Ashley Benson held hands with her husband Brandon Davis. The actor and the film sound technician — who was his third wife — said 'I do' on September 20, 1997, and have a daughter together, Francesca Natalia, born in 2000. They currently reside in Studio City, California and have maintained a private relationship since becoming husband and wife. Estrada shot to fame in the 1970s after starring as Officer Frank 'Ponch' Poncherello on the hit TV series CHiPs which aired from 1977 to 1983. And in 1979, the heartthrob was named one of People Magazine's 10 Sexiest Bachelors In The World. Prior to Mirkovic, the actor was wed to Joyce Miller in November 1979. But the pair wasn't meant to be as they quickly called it quits and went their separate ways in 1980 without any children. The Border Blues actor's second marriage was to entertainment executive Peggy Rowe, in 1985. However, they filed for divorced in 1990. During their time together, the couple welcomed two sons: Anthony Erik, born in 39, and Brandon Michael-Paul, 37. Th actor went on to pursue a career in telenovelas and guest-starred on hit shows such as Lizzie McGuire, Scrubs, The Nanny and Sabrina The Teenage Witch. In 2016, he became a real life law enforcement officer, joining the police reserve force in the small town of St. Anthony, Idaho. The iconic actor looked red carpet ready in a sharp black suit with a white shirt and ivory tie His goal was to help protect children from predatory adults that they might encounter online, he explained after his swearing-in ceremony. 'Education is the best protection especially on the internet. Children should be educated in how to handle a chat room,' he told the Idaho State Journal. 'Don't give out personal information. Certainly don't give out your mother's or father's name or what school you go to. Don't ever accept gifts.' He added: 'Certainly don't ever go meet someone you've been chatting with. They're not who they are. If they send a picture, that isn't them.' The star-studded event was held on May 16 at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles. Stars such as A Great Big World, Siedah Garrett, Brandon Davis, Ashley Benson and Caroline Rhea have also been rumored to be in attendance at the exclusive event. The celebrity guests won't be without entertainment, with a live musical performance from five-time Grammy Award nominee and diamond- selling performer Robin Thicke. To top off the evening, guests will enjoy a beautiful dinner, and can take part in a silent auction - as well as enjoy a fashion show from Veronica Beard. 'We are so thrilled and excited to have the talented Robin Thicke and A Great Big World entertaining our guests for the 32nd annual Race to Erase MS Gala,' Nancy Davis, the charity's founder, said. She continued: 'We are also looking forward to seeing the incredible styles by Veronica Beard on the runway for this year's fashion show.'
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Yahoo
Local motorcycle cop takes inspiration from Ponch and Jon: Support the Shield
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) — It takes a very special person to put on the boots, gloves, Kevlar and straddle up on a 114 cubic inch Harley-Davidson motorcycle and enforce the law. That's exactly what Jefferson County Deputy Sheriff Aaron Kilbon does every day at work. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox 'Back in the '80s as a kid, I watched CHiPs, I watched Street Hawk. And while this thing doesn't do 300 miles an hour, it's definitely fun to ride.' Said Kilbon. The show California Highway Patrol was popular in the late 70s to early 80s. According to IMDb, the show follows a new officer, Jon Baker, as he learns from undercover federal investigator Frank 'Ponch' Poncherello. Deputy Kilbon has been riding the roads in Jefferson County for three years. And he came from a land far and away to do it. 'I'm from the United Kindom. I'm British,' he said. Being a motorcycle police officer is a dangerous duty, and Kilbon has had his share of close calls. That doesn't faze him one bit, he loves what he does. 'I like people, and we make about one thousand traffic stops a year. If you like working with people, the job is easy,' Kilbon told FOX31. Nearly 1,000 vehicles seized in Aurora through 3 strike policy since new law began The most challenging part of his job? 'You have to stay engaged, and you have to be willing to earn the wings and not just keep them. Riding this bike, you get skill fade, so you have to stay engaged. You have to train hard and you have to treat it for the respect that it is,' Kilbon said. For putting it on the line every time Deputy Aaron Kilbon saddles up, this month's Support the Shield honor is going in his saddlebag. Ponch and Jon would be proud. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dazed & Confused Actor Nicky Katt Passes Away at 54
Nicky Katt, the actor known for roles in Dazed and Confused and Boston Public, has passed away at the age of 54. News of his death surfaced recently, with confirmation later provided by both his family and the L.A. County Medical Examiner. Many wish to learn about the what happened to Nicky Katt and the circumstances surrounding his death. Here's what we know so far about Nicky Katt's death. Nicky Katt died by suicide at age 54, according to a statement released by his sister Elise Ravenscroft and confirmed by the L.A. County Medical Examiner. The actor was found dead on April 8, 2025, in his Burbank apartment by his landlord, who was attempting to collect overdue rent. Law enforcement sources reported that Katt died by hanging. A report from the Medical Examiner confirmed the cause of death as 'hanging' and the manner as 'suicide.' Katt's sister stated: 'He died by suicide after battling with depression—one that he fought bravely but quietly.' She added, 'Mental illness is real, it is powerful, and it is often invisible. We hope that by sharing this, we can help break the silence and stigma that so often surrounds mental health struggles.' (via Deadline) Nicky Katt, born in May 1970 in Acapulco, launched his acting career as a child with roles in Fantasy Island and CHiPs. He gained recognition for portraying intense and volatile characters, most notably Clint Bruno in Dazed and Confused (1993) and Harry Senate in Boston Public (2000–2004). He also took on roles in Boiler Room, The Limey, Sin City, Insomnia, SubUrbia, School of Rock, and more. Katt collaborated with directors such as Richard Linklater, Steven Soderbergh, Robert Rodriguez, and Christopher Nolan throughout his career. He made his final known television appearance in Hulu's Casual in 2018. Authorities did not find a suicide note at the scene. His lawyer, John Sloss, confirmed the death but withheld further details. Officials have not released additional information about his family or survivors. Originally reported by Anubhav Chaudhry on The post Dazed & Confused Actor Nicky Katt Passes Away at 54 appeared first on Mandatory.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tributes Pour in After Former 'Friends' Actor Dies at 54
Fans of the iconic sitcom "Friends" received devastating news this Monday. Longtime actor Nicky Katt has passed away at 54. Katt started acting in 1980 on "CHiPs" and "Father Murphy" before landing his breakthrough role in Richard Linklater's "Dazed and Confused" in 1993. That led to him appearing in a few other prominent 90s films, such as "A Time to Kill" and "Strange Days." In 2000, Katt received recognition for his performance in "Boiler Room." Around that same time, he played Harry Senate in "Boston Public." He appeared in 49 episodes during a three-year span. Katt also appeared in "Friends" for an episode titled "The One with the Bullies." Even though it was just a cameo, fans adored his performance. With that said, those who watched Katt on "Friends" paid tribute to him once his death was confirmed. "As much as I hated the character, you can't help but appreciate Nicky Katt's performance as Clint in 'Dazed and Confused.' He did something similar in an episode of 'Friends.' Sad to hear he had passed away. He was one of the greats," one fan wrote on X. Another fan said, "Oh man, I'm so sad to hear of Nicky Katt's death. He was amazing in 'Dazed And Confused' and 'Boiler Room' …… and let's not forget his epic fight cameo with Chandler and Ross in TV's 'Friends.'" "I was just talking to friends a few weeks ago how much I loved Nicky Katt," a third fan commented. "RIP to a real one." According to TMZ, the "Boiler Room" actor was found dead in his Los Angeles apartment. The belief is that he died by suicide. Katt's final TV role came in 2018 on the Hulu series called "Casual." His last film, meanwhile, was "The Sitter" in 2011. Our thoughts are with Katt's loved ones.
The Independent
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Dazed and Confused actor Nicky Katt's cause of death announced
Nicky Katt 's cause of death has been announced days after he died at 54. The actor starred in over 70 productions, including the classic indie film Dazed and Confused, the 2000 thriller Boiler Room and a recurring role on the TV drama Boston Public. A Los Angeles Police Department spokesperson said in a statement reported by People: 'Nicky Katt has been identified and a manner of death has been established. He died by suicide, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner.' Born May 11, 1970, in South Dakota, Katt's career began at age 7 when he appeared on the 1977 TV series CHiPs. He later appeared on TV shows including Quincy, M.E. (1976), Father Murphy (1981), and V (1984). His breakout role came as Clint Bruno in Richard Linklater's 1993 hit film Dazed and Confused, alongside Matthew McConaughey, Ben Affleck, Parker Posey, and others. Katt then appeared in the 1996 movie A Time to Kill and the 2000 film Boiler Room. Other notable films included The Way of the Gun, SubUrbia, Insomnia, and School of Rock. Katt played Harry Senate on the first three seasons of Boston Public, which aired from 2000-2002. He also guest-starred on shows like Friends, The Guardian, King of the Hill, Monk, and Law and Order. On stage, Katt appeared off-Broadway in Woody Allen's 2004 world premiere play, A Second-Hand Memory. His last credited TV role was in 2018 on the Hulu original series Casual. Katt joined his Dazed and Confused co-stars for a virtual table reading of the film's script in October 2020 to raise money for the Voto Latino Foundation and March for Science. Katt was married to Annie Morse from 1999 until their divorce in 2001. Tributes have been posted in Katt's memory as word of his death continues to spread. 'Heartbroken to learn about the way too early passing of the seriously talented actor #NickyKatt - God bless you my friend ... What a privilege to know you and work with you on my first movie in 1995 - 'johns'. Rest in peace brother,' wrote Flynn Picture Company CEO Beau Flynn. 'Nicky Katt should've/could've been 2010's Walton Goggins. Phenomenal in everything from Boston Public to Planet Terror. RIP,' wrote film critic Barry Hertz. Fans have also chimed in with tributes of their own. 'Oh man. he was such a good character actor, this is a bummer,' one fan wrote on X. 'Nicky Katt was so good - in so many things. Two days ago my daughter just streamed his 'Friends' episode - which he was of course terrific in. R.I.P,' another shared. 'He was wonderful in his roles. Too young,' noted a fan.
