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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
M*A*S*H legend Loretta Swit made glamorous career move just three months before she died
M*A*S*H legend Loretta Swit made one last glamour career move just months before her death at age 87. The actress died on Friday, May 30 at her New York City home, her publicist Harlan Boll confirmed. Prior to her death, Loretta graced the cover of Elysian Magazine for the Spring 2025 issue. The actress attended the cover launch party on February 6, 2025 - three months before her passing. The cover features the star beaming in a close up snap for the cover image, rocking glam makeup. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. A police report states that Swit passed of suspected natural causes soon after midnight on Friday, her publicist shared with The Hollywood Reporter. Swit was born on November 4, 1937 in Passaic, New Jersey and attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York Swit honed her craft as a student at New York's American Academy of Dramatic Arts, according to THR. Swit was known for playing the iconic character Major Margaret 'Hot Lips' Houlihan on the hit series. The actress received acclaim for her role on the series, and received two Emmys for her portrayal. In total, she earned 10 Emmy nominations for M*A*S*H and appeared in the majority of the show's 11 seasons, gracing screens for 240 of the program's 251 episodes. M*A*S*H was an adaptation of the Robert Altman's 1970 film and was set during the Korean war. It followed a team of US doctors and nurses at a fictional army hospital. It's series finale in 1983 - of which Swit appeared in - was watched by 105 million viewers, making it one of the most-watched narrative TV episodes of all time. The original Robert Altman film was a dark comedy that starred Donald Sutherland as Hawkeye Pierce, Elliot Gould as Trapper John McIntyre and Sally Kellerman as Hot Lips Houlihan, based on the 1968 novel MASH: A Novel About Three Army Doctors. For the TV series, Alan Alda stepped into the Hawkeye role, with Wayne Rogers playing Trapper John and Gary Burghoff (Radar O'Reilly) becoming the only cast member from the movie to reprise that role for the TV series. The half-hour comedy series was known for its ability to blend both comedy and drama, though Swit previously said she believes it was the humor that made the show stand out. 'Initially when we started out, everyone wondered how we were going to be able to pull off a comedy about the war, but we did. The secret behind M*A*S*H's success,' she told First for Women last year. Swit added, 'Laughter and humor were our defense against standing in blood and working on bodies that were young enough to be in school.' She admitted there was nothing inherently funny about war, but added, 'you needed the funniest people in the world to make this believable and this cast exceeded that and more.' Swit won two Emmys for playing Hot Lips, and had nothing but praise for the lauded series finale. 'The last program, titled Goodbye, was the jewel of the crown, and M*A*S*H was a very important piece of Americana, so it was an honor to be a part of that magic,' she said. M*A*S*H won 14 Emmy Awards, earned 109 nominations, plus the series took home a Peabody Award in 1975. Loretta also starred in Hawaii Five-O, Mission: Impossible (1970), Mannix, The Love Boat, The Muppet Show, Cagney & Lacey, Murder, She Wrote, Beer, Whoops Apocalypse and Beach Movie to name a few.
Associated Press
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Rising from the Projects to Purpose: Speedy Sheppard's Mission to Inspire and Transform Lives
Speedy Sheppard in 2024 on the Raw Success Podcast Founded in 2017, The Speedy Tribe empowers individuals through motivational content, coaching, and restorative community work—helping people break cycles, discover purpose, and rise into their best selves. Passaic, NJ - Bryan C. Sheppard Jr., affectionately known as Speedy Sheppard, is a motivational speaker, life coach, and community leader whose remarkable journey from adversity to impact is touching lives across the nation. As the founder of The Speedy Tribe, Sheppard is dedicated to helping others overcome hardship and unlock their true potential. Who Is Speedy Sheppard? Born and raised in the Aspen Place Projects of Passaic, New Jersey, Sheppard's childhood was marked by extreme challenges—including homelessness and the tragic loss of two siblings. At just 7 years old, he turned to football as an outlet for his pain and found his passion. From 2009 to 2012, Sheppard played football and ran track at Passaic High School, serving as team captain in both sports. His leadership earned him the school's first-ever 'Coaches Award'—a defining moment that fueled his dream of playing at the collegiate level. That dream came true at Post University, where he competed in sprint football and track from 2013 to 2016. He graduated in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management and made the Dean's List. In 2019, Sheppard played semi-pro football with the New York Bears, an experience that led to an international opportunity in Iceland. After 16 years in the sport, he retired in 2020, closing one chapter and opening another. The Birth of The Speedy Tribe The deaths of his brother in 2014 and sister in 2017 led Sheppard into a period of deep reflection. He realized his purpose extended beyond football. In late 2017, with only an iPhone 6s, he recorded his first motivational YouTube video—marking the beginning of The Speedy Tribe. His message quickly resonated. During the pandemic, his viral TikTok video, 'Everybody Wanna Party But Nobody Wanna Clean Up,' garnered over 1 million views and brought in more than 90,000 followers. What Is The Speedy Tribe? The Speedy Tribe is a global platform offering: Giving Back Now coaching football and track at Passaic High School, Sheppard also serves as the school's Restorative Justice Coach, hosting peace circles and wellness check-ins to support student well-being. Speaking Engagements Sheppard has partnered with FoundCare Inc., Passaic NAACP, Oswego State University, and Benjamin Franklin Middle School to speak on purpose, healing, and breaking cycles. Connect with Speedy Sheppard Instagram: @thespeedytribe LinkedIn: Speedy Sheppard YouTube: The Speedy Tribe Tiktok: Media Contact Company Name: The Speedy Tribe LLC Contact Person: Bryan Sheppard Jr Email: Send Email Phone: 2019822849 Address:107 10th St City: Passaic State: New Jersey Country: United States Website: Press Release Distributed by To view the original version on ABNewswire visit: Rising from the Projects to Purpose: Speedy Sheppard's Mission to Inspire and Transform Lives
Globe and Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Globe and Mail
From Gridiron to Greatness: Speedy Sheppard Empowers Communities with The Speedy Tribe
Passaic, NJ - Bryan C. Sheppard Jr., better known as Speedy Sheppard, is a motivational speaker, life coach, and community leader whose story of resilience, heartbreak, and personal transformation has inspired thousands. As founder of The Speedy Tribe, Sheppard is committed to helping individuals overcome adversity and live purpose-driven lives. Who Is Speedy Sheppard? Born and raised in the Aspen Place Projects of Passaic, NJ, Sheppard faced tremendous early-life challenges, including homelessness and the loss of two siblings. Football became his outlet, and by age 7, he was deeply in love with the game. From 2009 to 2012, he played for Passaic High School, where he captained both the football and track teams. His leadership earned him the school's first-ever 'Coaches Award,' a pivotal moment that propelled him to play sprint football and track at Post University (2013–2016). He graduated in 2017 with a B.S. in Sport Management, achieving Dean's List honors. In 2019, he played semi-pro for the New York Bears, which led to an international opportunity in Iceland before retiring in 2020 after 16 years in the sport. The Birth of a Brand Tragedy struck again during college, with the loss of his brother in 2014 and sister in 2017. These events led to deep reflection and sparked a realization—his life's purpose extended beyond football. In 2017, he recorded his first motivational YouTube video using an iPhone 6s, marking the birth of The Speedy Tribe. His authentic voice quickly gained traction. During the COVID-19 pandemic, his TikTok video 'Everybody Wanna Party But Nobody Wanna Clean Up' went viral, amassing over 1 million views and 90,000+ new followers. What Is The Speedy Tribe? The Speedy Tribe is a motivational platform and community offering: Inspirational Content: Daily videos across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok (5M+ views). Podcast: Honest conversations about self-growth and mental health. Coaching & Mentorship: Sessions to help people break cycles and find purpose. Community Engagement: A supportive network for healing and accountability. Giving Back Sheppard coaches football and track at Passaic High School and serves as the school's Restorative Justice Coach, leading peace circles and wellness checks. Speaking Engagements Sheppard has partnered with organizations like FoundCare Inc., Passaic NAACP, Oswego State University, and Benjamin Franklin Middle School. Connect with Speedy Sheppard Instagram: @thespeedytribe LinkedIn: Speedy Sheppard YouTube/SoundCloud: The Speedy Tribe Podcast: The Brutal Truth About Why You Struggle to Change Your Circumstances About The Speedy Tribe Founded in 2017, The Speedy Tribe inspires personal growth and community healing through content, coaching, and public speaking.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Yahoo
NJ man extradited from Dominican Republic 2 years after murder of Passaic teen
A wanted man was extradited from the Dominican Republic back to New Jersey this week, more than two years after police said he fatally shot a Passaic teenager in 2022. Yoniel Santana-Gomez, 24, was arrested Tuesday in the Caribbean nation following a years-long manhunt sparked by the slaying of 19-year-old Ariel Henriquez, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes announced Wednesday. Santana-Gomez has since been returned to New Jersey, where he's facing counts including first-degree murder and second-degree weapons offenses, the Bergen Record reported. Authorities have so far provided few other details about the arrest. It's unclear how officers located Santana-Gomez in the Dominican Republic. In the early hours of Dec. 11, 2022, Henriquez was rushed to St. Joseph's University Medical Center with a gunshot wound and pronounced dead soon after, according to the prosecutor's office. A subsequent investigation revealed the shooting unfolded in the area of Kulick Street and Central Avenue in Clifton. Police said they uncovered evidence that a crime occurred, and were ultimately able to identify Santana-Gomez as the suspected shooter. If convicted of the murder charge, Santana-Gomez faces up to 30 years to life in prison. The weapons counts each carry a sentencing of five to 10 years.
