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UPI
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
Duck Dynasty patriarch Phil Robertson dies at age 79
"Duck Dynasty" star Phil Robertson (L), seen here outside the U.S. Capitol building with Sarah Palin in 2015, has died, his family said. File Photo by Molly Riley/UPI | License Photo May 26 (UPI) -- Duck Dynasty patriarch Phil Robertson has died, his family said Sunday. He was 79. Robertson's death was announced in a statement on Facebook by his daughter-in-law Korie Robertson. No cause of death was given. "We celebrate today that our father, husband and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord," according to the post, which said a public celebration of his life will be announced at a later date. Robertson gained celebrity status due to the reality TV show Duck Dynasty of 2012 to 2017 that chronicled his family and their multi-million-dollar business of hunting goods and equipment. In December, it was revealed that Robertson had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. "Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, his bold faith and by his desire to tell everyone who would listen the Good News of Jesus," the family said in its Sunday statement. "We are grateful for his life on Earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again." Notable deaths of 2025 Jill Sobule Jill Sobule attends the GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif., on March 30, 2023. Sobule, the Jill Sobule attends the GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif., on March 30, 2023. Sobule, the singer-songwriter behind "I Kissed a Girl," "Living Color" and "Supermodel," died at the age of 66 on May 2 from a house fire. Photo by Greg Grudt/UPI | License Photo
UPI
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
'Today' host Sheinelle Jones' husband dies of brain cancer
1 of 4 | Sheinelle Jones arrives on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards ceremony in 2018. On Friday, her colleague's announced the passing of her husband, Uche Ojeh. File Photo by Dennis Van Tine/UPI | License Photo May 23 (UPI) -- Today host Sheinelle Jones' husband, Uche Ojeh, has died. He was 45 years old. "With profound sadness we each share this morning that Uche Ojeh, the husband of our dear friend and Today co-host Sheinelle Jones, has passed away after a courageous battle with an aggressive form of brain cancer called glioblastoma," Savannah Guthrie said Friday. "There are no words for the pain that we feel for Sheinelle and their three young children." The couple, who tied the knot in 2007, share Kayin, born in 2009, and twins Uche and Clara, born in 2012. Craig Melvin, who was good friends with Ojeh, talked about playing golf together in the fall. "We had a number of conversations about, you know, just life in general," he said. "And one thing he always talked about -- he talked about those kids. He loved those kids more than anything else in this world, and was just so proud... He was that dad that was on the sideline at every soccer game. He was at all of the concerts and the recitals. He was that guy." Jones previously announced that she would be taking a step back from the 3rd hour of Today due to a "a family healthy matter." "I sincerely appreciate all of you who have reached out while I've been absent from the show," she said at the time. "It's not lost on me how lucky I am to have not only the support of my Today Show family, but to also have all of you. Your kindness means so much to me." Notable deaths of 2025 Jill Sobule Jill Sobule attends the GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif., on March 30, 2023. Sobule, the Jill Sobule attends the GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif., on March 30, 2023. Sobule, the singer-songwriter behind "I Kissed a Girl," "Living Color" and "Supermodel," died at the age of 66 on May 2 from a house fire. Photo by Greg Grudt/UPI | License Photo
UPI
20-05-2025
- Sport
- UPI
Former MLS midfielder Gadi Kinda dies at 31
May 20 (UPI) -- Former Sporting Kansas City midfielder Gadi Kinda has died, Israeli Premier League team Maccabi Haifa FC announced Tuesday. He was 31. The club did not disclose Kinda's cause of death. "Maccabi Haifa Football Club mourns the death of the team's player, Gadi Raphael Kinda, who passed away at the age of 31," Maccabi Haifa said. "The Maccabi Haifa family hugs the Kinda family and prays that they will not know any more sorrow. May his memory be blessed." גדי שלנו Maccabi Haifa FC (@mhfootballclub) May 20, 2025 The Ethiopian made his senior debut in 2011 at Ashdod. He also spent time at Beitar Jerusalem, another Israeli Premier League club, before going on loan in 2020 to Sporting Kansas City. "We are deeply saddened by the passing of former Sporting KC midfielder Gadi Kinda," Sporting Kansas City said. "Our hearts are with Gadi's family, his friends, teammates and all who knew him." Kinda, who made a permanent move to Sporting Kansas City after the 2020 campaign, scored 14 goals over 64 MLS appearances. He returned to Israel in 2023 to play for Maccabi Haifa. Kinda also made 10 appearances for the Israel men's national team. "Major League Soccer mourns the passing of former Sporting Kansas City midfielder Gadi Kinda at the age of 31," MLS said. "During his four seasons with Kansas City from 2020 to 2023, Gadi was a fan favorite for his outstanding play on the field, his passion for the sport, and his spirit of kindness and his generosity to everyone around him. "We extend our deepest sympathies to Gadi's family, friends, fans, and everyone with Sporting Kansas City." Notable deaths of 2025 Jill Sobule Jill Sobule attends the GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif., on March 30, 2023. Sobule, the Jill Sobule attends the GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif., on March 30, 2023. Sobule, the singer-songwriter behind "I Kissed a Girl," "Living Color" and "Supermodel," died at the age of 66 on May 2 from a house fire. Photo by Greg Grudt/UPI | License Photo
