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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Woman Finds Grave in Backyard After Moving In, Then Photos Reveal The Truth
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A new homeowner discovered what appeared to be a grave in her new yard and always wondered who it belonged to—then one day she found heartbreaking photographs which revealed all. Krystal Castillo, 33, is from Miami, Florida, and moved into a new house in 2024. Before too long, when exploring her backyard, she found a pet's grave marker, engraved with the name Honey. As she told Newsweek: "I had only seen the [grave] stone, and this gave me a glimpse into what she looked like and how loved she was." Months later, Castillo found photographs hidden in their home, saying: "The photos were found in a closet on a dusty top shelf, where a few miscellaneous items were left behind like screws and old manuals." She shared a video to her TikTok account @elsieandkrystal on March 30, first showing the grave marker alongside the words: "Found this in our backyard when we moved in and wondered what she must have been like and how loved she must have been." The grave marker in Krystal Castillo's yard, featuring the name Honey. The grave marker in Krystal Castillo's yard, featuring the name Honey. TikTok @elsieandkrystal The clip then switched to show the newly-found photographs, all of them showing a Collie relaxing in the home Castillo now lived in. And by the dog's side in every photo was a Beanie Baby of—just like Honey—a Collie dog. Collies, also known as Rough Collies, are best-known as the breed from the iconic 'Lassie' series. They are described as devoted to their families, proud and graceful, and excellent with young children, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC). While it's known how old Honey was when she passed, the AKC says the breed has a lifespan of between 12 to 14 years. Castillo told Newsweek: "It broke my heart when I found them, because I always wondered what Honey must have been like." She said it was obvious the dog was a much-loved member of the family, pointing out how the owners had "bought her a Beanie Baby that looked like her." TikTok users were hugely moved by the story, awarding the video more than 100,000 views. Photographs of the Collie, which Castillo found on a top shelf in her new home. Photographs of the Collie, which Castillo found on a top shelf in her new home. TikTok @elsieandkrystal One emotional commenter wrote: "This is why I cremated my soul boy, I couldn't bare leaving him behind if I loved [sic]," as another declared: "RIP to all the pets that had to be left behind when their houses were sold." "That is why I started cremating my babies; I've left a few behind and couldn't do it anymore," another admitted as well, adding: "Thank you for keeping her memory safe." Others shared their own stories, as one commenter wrote: "My farm has a pet cemetery from the previous owners. They lived here 30 years and had a few dogs who now rest here forever. I tend to the cemetery with love and my heart dog now rests beside them." Reacting to the major response to her video, Castillo told Newsweek: "I find it so heartwarming that so many people have found a connection to the video as dog lovers." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ghost Town courting a buyer
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways May 7—MAGGIE VALLEY — There is a potential buyer for property on Buck Mountain, which was once home to Ghost Town in the Sky. Owner Jill McClure said a deal looks promising, though there is no contract in place. McClure inherited Ghost Town from her late aunt Alaska Presley, who had rescued Ghost Town from foreclosure but died before realizing her vision to reopen it. McClure was unable to provide specifics about the possible buyer, the sale details or the future use of the property other than to say it is being eyed for entertainment and a park. McClure first met the family interested in purchasing the nearly 200 acres of mountain property that put Maggie Valley on the map as a result of relief efforts from Helene. McClure said the man came to Haywood last fall to deliver hurricane relief supplies and asked Teresa Smith with the Maggie Valley Chamber of Commerce about the property after seeing the sign in the abandoned parking lot. Smith put the two in contact. "I called, and he called me right back," McClure said. "He had his family with him, and they got it into their heads they would love to do this. He's smart, a hard worker and someone I can talk to." There were plans to reach a deal last winter, but McClure said the potential buyer had some red tape to wrap up in his home county waiting for a property sale to close. That sale took longer than expected, she said. She is hopeful to hear something in the next several weeks. McClure is also hopeful people will be glad to once again have a booming business on Buck Mountain. When Ghost Town first opened in 1961, the western theme park featured an incline railroad and an overhead lift to bring visitors up the mile-high mountain, gunfights on the hour, an old-time honky-tonk saloon with a piano player, can-can dancers and plenty of sarsaparilla. Ghost Town owner and founder R.B. Coburn brought in many of the popular stars of the day to entertain, including actors from shows such as "Bonanza," "Lassie," "Wagon Train" and musicians such as Reba McEntire, Mel Tillis and the Statler Brothers. The town drew thousands of tourists annually, as well as other businesses to help support the visitors who needed places to stay and eat during their visit. McClure expects there will be mixed feelings in the community if a renewed mountain entertainment park would open. "There are some residents who still want a sleepy little town and don't want a lot of traffic," she said. "But this town was founded to help tourism. That's why it was organized in 1974 to put in sidewalks, streetlights and offer alcohol sales. At the mini truck event last week, it was exciting to see so many people in Maggie." She estimated the crowd at 750 and said the main road through town looked a bit like the Rod Run in Pigeon Ford.
Fox News
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Fox News Entertainment Newsletter: Jelly Roll sheds nearly 200 pounds, Val Kilmer's cause of death revealed
Welcome to the Fox News Entertainment Newsletter. TOP 3: -Jelly Roll drops nearly 200 pounds, sets sights on sky-high goal -Val Kilmer's official cause of death revealed -John Mellencamp insists daughter Teddi Mellencamp finalize burial plans as she battles cancer BACK TO BASICS - Josh Duhamel left Hollywood behind to live off-grid in Minnesota. STAYING THE COURSE - King Charles won't hand the throne to Prince William; shake-up could spark 'crisis,' experts say. NOT IN KANSAS ANYMORE - AI remake of the classic 'Wizard of Oz' sparks mixed reactions, experts say. UNSETTLING TAKE - Christina Ricci claims happy people don't do 'anything interesting.' 'FRIENDS FOREVER' - 'Lassie' actor Joey D. Vieira dead at 80. LIFE ON THE LINE - HGTV star Tarek El Moussa forced to stare 'death in the face' during his cancer battle. 'NEXT CHAPTER' - 'Grey's Anatomy' alum Eric Dane was diagnosed with ALS. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS FOLLOW FOX NEWS ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Fox News
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
'Lassie' actor Joey D. Vieira dead at 80
Joey D. Vieira, best known for his role in "Lassie," has died. He was 80. The wife of his "Lassie" co-star Jon Provost confirmed with Fox News Digital that Vieira died just before his birthday, surrounded by loved ones. "I have known him nearly 30 years. We were in touch with Joey and his kids all these years," Laurie Jacobson Provost said. "We spoke to Joey weekly during his long hospital stay. His daughter, Shanyn, let us know when he entered hospice, which barely lasted 24 hours." Vieira died late April 7 – "8 minutes shy of his birthday." Laurie explained that Vieira's daughter had called them the next morning to announce his death. She continued to reflect on how her husband and Vieira met 68 years ago. "The 'Lassie' family is very close," Laurie remarked. His former co-star paid tribute on Wednesday to his longtime friend on social media. "What a hell of a week it's been. An original Lassie cast member, Joey Vieira, 'Porky,' passed last night. I received a call from his daughter Shanyn that he entered hospice a couple days ago," the Facebook post read. He went on to write that he had "met Joey when I was seven years old, when I started lassie, we hit it off and remain friends forever. Joey was a great guy, a talented actor and even a successful record producer. Joey has joined his son Beau in heaven." Jon, who portrayed Timmy Martin in "Lassie," accompanied his heartfelt tribute with several black-and-white photos of his memories with Vieira. The cause of death is unknown. Vieira was born on April 8, 1944, in Los Angeles, California. The actor made his on-screen debut on the sitcom "Meet Mr. McNutley," and then starred in the comedy "The Pride of the Family" alongside Paul Hartmann. Vieira was 10 years old when he booked "Lassie," created by Robert Maxwell and animal trainer Rudd Weatherwax. He starred on the show from 1954 until 195, portraying Sylvester "Porky" Brockway, who lived on a farm with his collie. He appeared on 91 episodes of "Lassie." The popular series won two Emmy Awards for "Best Family Television Show." "Lassie" went on for another 15 seasons after Vieira's departure. He later appeared in shows like "Shirley Temple's Storybook" and "My Three Sons." Vieira also made appearances in 1969's "Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice, 1986's "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" and "The Patriot." Vieira's other film credits include 1971's "Evel Knievel," 1988's "Free Enterprise," "Married … With Children" and more. In 2023, Vieira's son, Beau, died of cancer. The late actor is survived by his daughter Shanyn.
Forbes
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘Lassie' Child Star Joey Vieira Dies
"Lassie" stars Tommy Rettig (left), George Cleveland and Jan Clayton (top), and Joey Vieria (aka ... More Donald Keeler) in the middle. Joseph Vieira, the former child actor who appeared on Lassie using the stage name Donald Keeler, died on April 7 after a lengthy illness. He was one day short of turning 81. 'We have just lost Joey Vieira (aka Donald Keeler) who played Porky, Tommy Rettig's best buddy on the first incarnation of Lassie (Jeff's Collie), wrote Laurie Jacobson, the wife of Lassie star Jon Provost on Facebook. 'Joey appeared in a number of TV shows and films after his time on Lassie. And later had a brilliant career as a record producer and TV writer and producer. He wore a lot of hats in his 50+ years in the business; but the most important "hat" for us was that of dear friend." Born April 8, 1944, Joey Vieira was the nephew of actress, dancer and singer Ruby Keeler and the half-brother of actor Ken Weatherwax, who played Pugsley Addams in the original Addams Family sitcom. His first appearance on television was in an episode of The Ray Milland Show at age nine in 1953. One year later, he began his four-season stint on Lassie as the beanie-wearing Sylvester 'Porky' Brockway. Following Lassie, Vieira guest-starred in numerous series including comedies The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis and My Three Sons before landing a recurring role in the 1965 to 1966 sitcom Hank. Vieira's film appearances included The Private War of Major Benson in 1955 with Charlton Heston and, in later years, The Patriot in 2000 with Mel Gibson. As an adult, Vieira made sporadic guest appearances in TV series including Remington Steele, Married with Children and Moonlighting. Vieira also had a music career in the 1970s and 1980s. 'I met Joey when I was seven years old, when I started Lassie, we hit it off and remained friends forever,' wrote Jon Provost on Facebook. 'Joey was a great guy, a talented actor and even a successful record producer. Joey has joined his son Beau in heaven.' Top - George Cleveland, unknown, Joey Vieria and Jan Clayton. Bottom: Jon Provost and, of course, ... More Lassie. 'He passed at 11:52 last night after a lengthy illness. His devoted daughter, Shanyn, was by his side. He suffered the loss of his sweet and wonderful son, Beau, to cancer close to 2 years ago. I know Beau will be the first to greet him with Tommy right behind,' continued Laurie Jacobson on Facebook. 'Dear Joey, you were one of a kind and we will miss you so much. Eee-ya- keee, Porky! RIP'
