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India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Veteran actor Tom Troupe, known for Star Trek and Mission Impossible, dies at 97
Veteran actor Tom Troupe, known for his roles in 'Star Trek' and 'Mission: Impossible', has died at the age of 97 at his home in Beverly Hills. The news was confirmed by his publicist, Harlan reported by Deadline, Troupe, died of natural causes. He was best known for his work in Broadway productions and his roles in over 75 television shows. His performances in iconic television series such as 'Frasier' and 'Cheers' made him a familiar face across generations of on July 15, 1928, in Kansas City, Missouri, Troupe began his acting journey in local theatre productions before relocating to New York City during the 1940s. There, he trained under renowned acting coach Uta Hagen at the Herbert Berghof Studio. Troupe also served in the Korean War and was honoured with the Bronze Star for his service. He made his Broadway debut in 1957 in 'The Diary of Anne Frank'. A year later, he shifted to Los Angeles, marking the beginning of his Hollywood chapter. Over the years, he has featured in a wide array of popular television programmes, including 'The Wild Wild West', 'CHiPs', 'Cagney & Lacey', 'ER', 'Knots Landing', and 'Murder'. His film credits include titles such as 'Kelly's Heroes', 'The Devil's Brigade', 'Summer School', and 'My Own Private Idaho', where he starred alongside River Phoenix and Keanu the screen, Troupe maintained a deep connection with theatre. He frequently performed with his wife of nearly six decades, Carole Cook, who passed away in 2023. The couple shared the stage in productions such as 'The Lion in Winter', 'Father's Day', and 'The Gin Game'. In 2002, they were jointly honoured with the prestigious Theatre Ovation Award for Career Achievement, the first married couple to receive the also toured nationally with Barbara Rush in 'Same Time, Next Year', and starred in his co-written stage play, 'The Diary of a Madman'.- Ends
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tom Troupe star of 'Mission: Impossible' and 'Star Trek' passes away at 97
Veteran actor Tom Troupe, who made a name for himself on stage, film and television, has sadly passed away. He was 97. According to a report on Deadline, Troupe died at his Beverly Hills home. An official confirmation was put out by his publicist, Harlan Boll, as reported by multiple media outlets. Troupe, who passed away of natural causes, was best known for his work in Broadway productions and his roles in over 75 television shows. His performances in iconic series such as 'Star Trek,' 'Mission: Impossible,' 'Frasier,' and 'Cheers' made him a familiar face to viewers across generations. Early Life Born on July 15, 1928, in Kansas City, Missouri, Troupe began his journey in acting through local theatre before moving to New York City in the 1940s. He studied under celebrated acting coach Uta Hagen at the Herbert Berghof Studio. A veteran of the Korean War, Troupe was awarded the Bronze Star for his service. Acting Career Over the years, he appeared in popular TV shows such as The Wild Wild West, CHiPs, Cagney & Lacey, ER, Knots Landing, and Murder, She Wrote. On the big screen, he was seen in films like Kelly's Heroes, The Devil's Brigade, Summer School, and My Own Private Idaho, alongside River Phoenix and Keanu Reeves . A passionate theatre artist throughout his life, Troupe frequently performed with his wife of nearly 60 years, actress Carole Cook . She sadly passed away in 2023. Together, they starred in productions like The Lion in Winter, Father's Day, and The Gin Game. In 2002, the couple was jointly honoured with the Theatre Ovation Award for Career Achievement, becoming the first married pair to receive the distinction. Troupe also toured nationally with Barbara Rush in Same Time, Next Year and took the stage in his co-written play The Diary of a Madman.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Mission: Impossible, Star Trek actor Tom Troupe passes away at 97
Washington DC [US], July 21 (ANI): Veteran actor Tom Troupe, who appeared on stage and screen both silver and small over a career spanning six decades, has died at the age of 97 at his home in Beverly Hills. The news was confirmed by his publicist, Harlan Boll, and multiple media outlets, as reported by Deadline. Troupe, who passed away of natural causes, was best known for his work in Broadway productions and his roles in over 75 television shows. His performances in iconic series such as 'Star Trek,' 'Mission: Impossible,' 'Frasier,' and 'Cheers' made him a familiar face to viewers across generations. Born on July 15, 1928, in Kansas City, Missouri, Troupe began acting in local theater productions before moving to New York City in the 1940s. He studied acting under Uta Hagen at the Herbert Berghof Studio. Troupe also served in the Korean War and was awarded a Bronze Star for his efforts. Troupe made his Broadway debut in 1957 in The Diary of Anne Frank and later moved to Los Angeles in 1958, where his Hollywood journey began. Over the years, he appeared in popular TV shows such as The Wild Wild West, CHiPs, Cagney & Lacey, ER, Knots Landing, and Murder, She Wrote. On the big screen, he was seen in films like Kelly's Heroes, The Devil's Brigade, Summer School, and My Own Private Idaho, alongside River Phoenix and Keanu Reeves. In addition to his screen work, Troupe had a strong presence in theater. He often performed alongside his wife of nearly 60 years, Carole Cook, who passed away in 2023. Together, they starred in plays such as The Lion in Winter, Father's Day, and The Gin Game. The couple was awarded the 2002 Theatre Ovation Award for Career Achievement, making history as the first married pair to receive the honor. Troupe also toured nationally with Barbara Rush in Same Time, Next Year and starred in his co-written play The Diary of a Madman. (ANI)
Hindustan Times
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Top 10 Fourth of July TV episodes to binge-watch this Independence Day
It's the Fourth of July, a time for firing up the grill and sharing your best dish at a festive potluck. However, for those opting for a quieter indoor Fourth of July this year, binge-watching a festive episode may just be the best. Although rare in occurrence, the occasional episode celebrating Independence Day does exist. A look at the Fourth of July TV episodes to binge-watch.(UnSplash) Here is a list of the top 10 Fourth of July episodes to watch this year as decided by Rolling Stone: Magnum, P.I., 'Home from the Sea' (Sept. 29, 1983) Thomas Magnum (Tom Selleck) is no fan of the fourth- as viewers learn at the start of 'Home from the Sea'. It's a ritual for Magnum to spend the holiday alone. However, when his surf ski gets overturned by reckless speedboaters, Magnum gets caught in a strong current and finds himself stuck in the middle of the sea. Rick, TC, and Higgins revel in the day's celebration as the big reveal behind Magnum's dislike is out in the open. Turns out his Navy officer father's funeral was held on the same day which explains the reason he detests the celebration so much. King of the Hill, 'Born Again on the Fourth of July' (April 19, 2009) This particular King of the Hill episode involves Bobby getting stuck in Lucky's revivalist Church, proselytising all over Arlen. This scene sparked the famous meme of him hanging a sign outside the window asking all students to repent or go to hell, to which the principal cheekily replies, 'If those kids could read, they'd be very upset!' Meanwhile, Hank and his friends get into a fireworks arms race against their rivals on a neighboring street which adds to the celebration and helps Bobby realise he has taken his religious fervor too far. Frasier, 'Crock Tales' (May 4, 2004) This episode is a make-believe plotline that starts with an old pot breaking at Frasier's dinner party which makes him flash back to previous moments where the same instance happened. A series of had-to-believe wigs make the cast play younger versions of themselves. In one particular instance, Frasier (dressed as Uncle Sam), Daphne (wearing star-spangled polyester, for an 'Ugly American' party), Niles, and Roz get locked out on the balcony on the hottest day of the year. Martin, on the other hand, is busy watching his baseball game using the new noise-cancelling headphones Frasier gifted him. The West Wing, 'Jefferson Lives' (Oct. 8, 2003) The episode centers around an interesting conundrum in front of President Bartlet in regard to who will become the new vice president. When Josh and Leo's choice face opposition from the new Republican Speaker of the House, 'Bingo' Bob Russell ends up landing the role instead- an intriguing character set up that materialises in the later season. The final scene shows the swearing-in ceremony for a group of newly naturalised citizens being shifted at the last minute due to a bomb threat by a band of anti-immigrant terrorists. Also Read: 4th of July: Full list of stores and restaurants open this year, and their modified hours Portlandia, '4th of July' (Feb. 5, 2015) In this holiday offering, Dave and Kath are determined to throw the most Portland-like Fourth of July celebration ever. Jane Lynch guest stars, the city's mayor (Kyle MacLachlan) ends up going on the dark web to source fireworks and the party ends up being rock-themed with awful food and British flags hung everywhere. The Wonder Years, 'Summer'/'Independence Day' (May 12, 1993) This series finale carefully uses the Fourth of July celebrations as a way to help exes Kevin and Winnie reunite. The two-part finale largely focuses on the growing discomfort between the pair as they both work summer jobs at the same resort. A huge fight ensues between the two as they return to the town followed by being forced to spend the night in a barn which prompts the pair to have a meaningful discussion which helps patch up matters. The most jaw-dropping moment arrives when they manage to make it in time for the local Fourth of July parade in their hometown. Little House on the Prairie, 'Centennial' (March 17, 1976) A special one since it was aired on the bicentennial anniversary of America's independence, the episode creatively spins time back a hundred years by making use of its 19th-century setting. Laura and Mary are excited to celebrate the centennial while the adults of Walnut Grove feel sour towards the government for their harsh taxes. Russian immigrant Yuli and his family lose their farm as a result of not paying taxes on time. Although Charles expects Yuli to have a negative reaction to this, he is shocked when Yuli seems to understand the importance of the activity and raises a hint of patriotism in his dialogue. The Simpsons, 'Summer of 4 Ft. 2' (May 19, 1996) Although the Independence Day subplot in this episode is considerably marginal and shows Homer having to resort to the dark internet for securing fireworks, Lisa steals the spotlight with her attempt to make new friends while on vacation. China Beach, 'Independence Day' (Oct. 25, 1989) If political commentary and cinema were to have a baby, this Fourth of July episode from 'China Beach' would be the result. It's an incredibly rainy Fourth and each character has something unique tied to the significance of the day. A wounded soldier named 'America' is treated by the hospital on what happens to be her birthday as well, KC tries to make money by running a voter registration drive, a Vietnamese woman is taught about George Washington and the Revolution by Dick, Beckett is wary of celebrating the holiday of a country that so outrightly discriminates against people of his color, and McMurphy argues with his French boyfriend about the value of US presence in Vietnam. Mad Men, 'Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency' (Sept. 20, 2009) Americans get a crucial yet subtle victory in the plot of this particular episode of Mad Men. The Sterling Cooper staff comes to a head against their English overlords over who should run the New York office. Puttnam, Powell, and Lowe execs try to put their own man, Guy MacKendrick, by pushing out Roger and Bert. A painful yet hilarious accident puts Guy out of the picture and the episode ends up being patriotic yet subtle in its approach of the Americans gaining a hand over the Brits.
Buzz Feed
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
53 Awful TV Protagonists Who Should've Been Written Off
A while back, Reddit user u/Competitive_Owl7085 asked, "Who was the most unlikable main character of a TV show?" and people had a lotttt of thoughts. Here are main characters people wished would just straight-up leave the show — along with some more submissions from the BuzzFeed Community! Emily from Emily in Paris "Emily is probably the most Mary Sue character (i.e., unrealistically perfect) I have ever seen. I hate that trope so much, but the show is so absurd it's my guilty pleasure, and I can't stop watching it. I like her coworkers a lot better than I like her. Especially Luc; he is hilarious."—Naraniel Rick from The Walking Dead Jess from New Girl Ginny from Ginny and Georgia Galadrial from Rings of Power Marissa from The O.C. "I had to stop watching The O.C. because of Marissa. She was so annoying and pathetic."—catieferrarer Frankie from Grace & Frankie "She was just awful and got worse with each passing season. ... I was rolling my eyes whenever she came onscreen."—ej16"I loved earlier Frankie, then something changed and became very annoying, which sucked as Lily Tomlin's awesome. :( "—oliviajay_ Fiona from Shameless Barry from The Flash "He was constantly mucking things up and was self-absorbed."—Lilacfox Temperance Brennan from Bones "She's the most condescending, self-absorbed character amongst gems. I don't know how or why everyone caters to her temperament."—effintigre And Booth from Bones "Booth was the character I couldn't stand. He was judgmental, disrespectful, and sometimes intolerant. He didn't seem to take seriously most people who were younger than him (Sweets), smarter than him (the Jeffersonian team), or who had a different perspective or point of view."—geekybibliophile Olivia Pope from Scandal "I loved her at first and then got soooo tired of the constant bullshit with Fitz."—paperdecker12"When he went to war for her...🙄🙄🙄"—thaliaslaugh"Yeah, I stopped watching because the Olitz stuff was insufferable."—skilletgirl81 Olivia Benson from Law & Order: SVU Frasier from Frasier "It's one of my favorite shows, but he's a narcissistic, gaslighting windbag. It's no wonder he's always alone. Here's the thing: In my opinion, the series is way more about Niles and the other characters' arcs than it is about Frasier, which is fine by me. Frasier is insufferable."—Bella La Ghostly Mike Wheeler from Stranger Things Hughie from The Boys "Hughie in The Boys became a whiny asshole in Season 3, and I can't stand him anymore."—[deleted] Rory from Gilmore Girls... ...And also Lorelai Elizabeth from The Blacklist Elena from The Vampire Diaries Hannah From Girls Rachel from Glee... ...and also Will from Glee Piper from Orange Is the New Black June from The Handmaid's Tale Nancy from Weeds Sabrina from Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Carrie from Sex and the City Actually, from SATC. "SATC was projected as female friendship and empowerment, but they are all awful to each other and everyone they date. It's written as if everyone else they date is the problem. He was bi, he had a small penis, she was a lesbian, he used sex talk, my ex married someone else. There were never really any moments of self-awareness."—joehoover3 Sheldon from The Big Bang Theory Raymond from Everybody Loves Raymond Alan from Two and a Half Men House from House M.D. Tori from Victorious Meredith from Grey's Anatomy Jack from Lost Dawson from Dawson's Creek Eric from That '70s Show Amy from Superstore Ross from Friends ...Actually, make that ALL the Friends "Most of the characters in Friends aren't very nice people. If you can't see the flaws in both Ross and Rachel, maybe you will in another 10 years. Then there's Joey with his piggish and sometimes sexist behaviour, and Phoebe with her increasing abrasiveness. Chandler is oddly rude at times, and his lying about smoking is always a bit off-putting, but he and Monica seem the best of the bunch to me."—cakecheese"All the main characters in Friends are absolutely terrible people. I will die on this hill. In It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, the gang is meant to be absolutely awful people. The six main characters in Friends are meant to be nice and the kind of people you'd want to hang around with. I wouldn't want to know any of would run out of Central Perk if I saw any of them coming in."—copperghoul948 Shawn from Psych Kevin from Kevin Can Wait J.D. from Scrubs Both Claire and Jamie from Outlander "I hate Claire and Jamie from Outlander. She is hard, smug, and entitled, and he is such a meathead who is inexplicably worshipped by everyone they encounter. Terrible."—lexiv Michael from The Office "Michael Scott is one of the worst characters in television history. Absolutely insufferable, with almost zero redeeming factors."—palimpsest00"Michael Scott does not have one redeeming quality. He is an immature jerk with zero social skills and a totally inappropriate sense of humor."—sidneykaler "Steve Carell has said he wouldn't work today, and he's not wrong. Michael has an immaturity to him, such as turning off the power because he's not the center of attention. When he gets called out for not being safe in the warehouse, he ends up organizing a fake suicide jump so people will pay attention to him. Then there's his bullying of Toby, who is targeted for doing his job. Michael should have been demoted or fired many times over."—jbmasta And also, essentially the lead after Michael left, Jim "Jim is arguably the main character in The suppised to be the romantic and also the normal guy whose above it all, but hes actually just a jerk who thumbs his nose at the weirdos and makes important life decisions that concern his wife without telling her, and them acts all sheepish when she calls him out on it. He's supposed to be the character you root for, but I deliberately root against him."—devilthedankdawg"Besides the fact that he interfered with a coworker's engagement and helped break up the couple, he was a complete dick to Dwight. Every prank and practical joke was uncalled for. He instigated everything, and Dwight never retaliated."—[deleted] Zack Morris from Saved by the Bell Ted from How I Met Your Mother Gilligan from Gilligan's Island Even as a 10 year old kid, I wanted to kick this main character's ass for just constamtly fucking up the chance for sux other castaways to get off an island in some way every week. Some time in the afterlife, we will meet, and I will have my revenge. Mark my Clarke from The 100 Ellie Miller from Broadchurch Skye from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Now, it's your turn — what TV show or movie main characters do you find insufferable? Let us know in the comments!
