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Hype Malaysia
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
From George Wendt To Pope Francis: 8 Celebrities Who Recently Passed Away
We often forget at times that even our favourite celebrities aren't immune to natural human occurrences, whether it be sickness or an accident that claims their life. Even though our most beloved stars leave this world, their legacy lives on in the memories and hearts of their fans and the impact they leave in their wake. From American actor George Wendt to Chinese actress Zhu Yuanyuan and even Pope Francis, we honour eight public figures who faced the world through their performances, films, and teachings. Each of these individuals left a lasting impact on their respective fields, a legacy that continues to inspire those who follow in their footsteps. 1. George Wendt 'Cheers' beloved barfly, Norm Peterson, was played by George Wendt. Sadly, the actor passed on 20th May (Tuesday) at the age of 76. Known to be a humble and kind man who had a strong dedication to his family and his craft, George was the face of one of the witty characters in all 275 episodes of the show 'Cheers'. Before he passed, he had a couple of health issues, appearing in a wheelchair when he visited a medical dialysis facility. However, it is noted that he passed peacefully in his sleep. 2. Ruth Buzzi The comedy community lost a member on 1st May (Tuesday) with long-time comedian and actor Ruth Buzzi, passing away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 88. Mostly recognised for her skit as her signature character 'Gladys Ormphby' on 'Rowan & Martin's Laugh-in' back in 1968 until 1973. Besides her physical humour, she earned a special place in the audience's hearts with her warm and approachable personality, and will be remembered for years to come. 3. Steve Pepoon The American television writer and director, Steve Pepoon, was well known for working on shows like 'The Simpsons' and 'The Wild Thornberrys', of which he was the co-creator. Unfortunately, he passed on 3rd May (Saturday) at the age of 68, outside his home. He had been battling a severe heart condition for two years before his death. His wife, Mary Stephenson, confirmed his passing. His legacy continues, and fans and colleagues honour him with tributes to his significant contributions to television writing and animation. 4. Charley Scalies Thomas 'Horseface' Pakusa was a well-loved character in the second season of the HBO series 'The Wire'. It was because of the American actor's performance that many fans of the show began recognising the late Charley Scalies. The man who was known to have a warm and humble personality succumbed to his sickness with Alzheimer's on 1st May (Tuesday), passing at the age of 84. He's also known for her performance in the hit crime drama, 'The Sopranos'. 5. Kirk Medas Fans of MTV's 'Floribama Shore' were devastated by the news of their star, Kirk Medas, passing away on 2nd May (Friday) at the early age of 33 years old. He has the nickname 'The Glue' from the rest of the group due to his ability to bring everyone together with his humour and warm personality. It was clear how much he cared about the people that he surrounded himself with. He had been suffering from pancreatitis and sepsis two weeks before he succumbed to liver failure. 6. James Foley James Foley, the director behind the sequels of the well-known movie series 'Fifty Shades of Grey', passed away on 6th May (Tuesday), at the age of 71 years old. A man who focused on the thriller and drama genres, he was renowned for the storytelling of his work to be emotionally intense and have mainly character-driven narratives. He had been fighting against prolonged brain cancer before he passed away. His other works include 2007's 'The Perfect Stranger' and 1986's 'At Close Range'. 7. Zhu Yuanyuan (朱媛媛) Beloved Chinese actress Zhu Yuanyuan, known for her reputation for her versatility and emotional depth, had passed away on 21st May (Wednesday). Many may recognise her in the television series 'The Happy Life of Talkative Zhang Damin,' which earned her the Best TV Actress Award at the Beijing Chunyan Awards and the Favorite Actress Award at the Golden Eagle Awards. Even during the five-year battle with cancer before her passing, she continued to be optimistic while showing warmth and kindness towards her fans. BONUS: Pope Francis The world mourns as the widely-loved Pope Francis passed on 21st April (Wednesday), at the age of 88 years old. While he's not a celebrity by trait, we thought he should be honourably mentioned due to the impact he made during his time as the Pope. As he led the Catholic churches for the past 13 years, he made significant changes worldwide that gained more of the population to adore him. He focused on mercy over judgment, allowing women to have more roles in some ministries, and spreading the idea of religious tolerance to others who weren't Catholic. Sources: The Straits Times, Global Times, Y! Entertainment, People (1)(2)(3)(4), Yahoo News Zaima Humaira contributed to this article.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ruth Buzzi, legendary comedian and Scowling Lady from 'Laugh-In', passes away at 88
Comic actress Ruth Buzzi , who made millions laugh with her unforgettable role as the stern handbag-swinging Gladys Ormphby on 'Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In ', has passed away at the age of breathed her last peacefully on Thursday at her ranch near Fort Worth, Texas, after living with Alzheimer's disease for over 10 years, as confirmed by her long-time agent, Mike Eisenstadt. 'Her husband of almost 48 years, Kent Perkins, expressed to me that she was making people laugh just a few days ago,' Eisenstadt said in an email to Reuters. Ruth Ann Buzzi was born on 24 July 1936 in Westerly, Rhode Island, and raised in Stonington, Connecticut. She had her heart set on acting from a young age. Straight after school, she packed her bags and moved to California to train at the Pasadena Playhouse for the Performing Arts. While studying there, she crossed paths with future greats like Dustin Hoffman and Gene Hackman , who were also sharpening their craft at the same time. Rising Through the Ranks by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Secure Your Child's Future with Strong English Fluency Planet Spark Learn More Undo Before becoming a household name, Buzzi honed her skills in comedy revues and small television roles. She appeared on 'The Garry Moore Show' in 1964, catching attention with her sharp comedic timing. She also took to the stage in the original Broadway run of 'Sweet Charity' in 1966, playing alongside Gwen Verdon . This helped launch her into the mainstream, where her unique blend of physical comedy and quirky characters made her stand out. Making History on 'Laugh-In' Ruth Buzzi found fame and national love in 1968 when she joined the cast of 'Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In' – a fast-paced, zany sketch comedy show on NBC. She was the only cast member to appear in every episode until the show ended in 1973. Her most famous character, Gladys Ormphby, became an icon. Dressed in a brown dress, tight hairnet, and forever scowling, Gladys sat on a park bench and fought off the cheeky advances of Arte Johnson 's creepy old man character by whacking him with her handbag. It was comedy gold, and viewers adored it.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock reunite, ‘Little House' reboot finds its Laura Ingalls, ‘Thunderbolts' opens big, and more of today's top news stories
Gold Derby's top news stories for May 2, 2025. Comedian Ruth Buzzi died May 1 at her home in Texas. She was 88. Buzzi was best known for her work on the 1968-73 sketch comedy series Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In, including her signature character Gladys Ormphby. She was part of the ensemble for all six seasons, and was nominated for five Emmys. She was also known for appearing on Sesame Street for 15 years and for her voiceover work on many animated shows. More from GoldDerby How Lee Jung-jae and the rest of the Season 2 'Squid Game' squad are submitting for Emmy acting categories Robert De Niro, Angela Bassett and every 'Zero Day' Emmy acting submission Natasha Lyonne clarifies that her AI directing debut 'Uncanny Valley' is 'not really an AI film' Singer-songwriter Jill Sobule died in a Minneapolis house fire on May 1. She was 66. Sobule's 1995 song "I Kissed a Girl" is considered to be the first openly gay-themed song to chart on the Billboard Top 20. She was also known for her song "Supermodel," which appeared on the soundtrack for the film Clueless, and her Drama Desk-nominated autobiographical musical F--- 7th Grade. Keanu Reeves and Academy Award winner Sandra Bullock, who previously starred together in the era-defining 1994 thriller Speed and the 2006 romance The Lake House, are reuniting for an untitled romantic thriller set up at Amazon MGM Studios. Speed producer Mark Gordon is also onboard. Story details are being kept under wraps, but the screenplay is being written by Zero Day co-creator . Thunderbolts, the latest Marvel movie, earned $11.5 million in previews ahead of its opening weekend, where it's projected to gross $70 million-75 million domestically and $160 million-175 million worldwide. This puts it a little behind Captain America: Brave New World, which opened to $88 million domestic over President's Day weekend. Its production budget is estimated to be around $180 million. The film features a team-up of Marvel antiheroes including Bucky Barnes (), Yelena Belova (), Red Guardian (), and U.S. Agent (). Netflix's upcoming adaptation of the book series Little House on the Prairie has cast its Laura Ingalls. Alice Halsey will play the character, a semi-autobiographical version of author Laura Ingalls Wilder, who based the book series on her childhood. Halsey made her TV debut in Apple TV+'s Lessons in Chemistry. She will be joined in the series by Luke Bracey (Elvis) and Crosby Fitzgerald (Palm Royale) as parents Charles and Caroline Ingalls and Skywalker Hughes (Joe Pickett) as older sister Mary Ingalls. which is written and executive-produced by (The Boys). The beloved books series was previously adapted into an equally beloved television show in the 1970s, which remains one of the most popular library titles on streaming. Bugonia, the next film from Academy Award-nominated director Yorgos Lanthimos, will start with a limited release on Oct. 24 before opening wide on Oct. 31. The film stars Academy Award winner in her fourth collaboration with Lanthimos, along with , Aidan Delbis, , and . The screenplay is by Succession's . Bugonia follows two conspiracy-obsessed young men who kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced she is an alien intent on destroying Planet Earth. Redwood, a new musical starring Idina Menzel, has set a closing date for May 18. The notice comes days after it earned zero Tony nominations, suggesting that the show was counting on Tony nominations to generate some hear. The production's reviews have skewed negative, and has seen declining grosses since opening. Redwood is about a grieving mother (Menzel) who climbs a giant redwood tree in an effort to process her grief. Roadside Attractions released the trailer for Western thriller The Unholy Trinity, which will open in theaters on June 13. The film stars , , and Brandon Lessard as men seeking buried treasure — and revenge — in 1870s Montana. It's directed by Richard Gray and written by Lee Zachariah. The cast also includes Q'orianka Kilcher, Tim Daly, Ethan Peck, Katrina Bowden, and David Arquette. A24 released a first look promo for horror film Bring Her Back, writer-directors Danny and Michael Philippou's follow-up to their debut hit Talk to Me. Academy Award nominee stars as a foster mother with some psychotic tendencies. In the clip, the brothers praise Hawkins' highly committed and terrifying performance, and promise that "There's some f---ed-up s--- in this film." (Wonder Woman) and Matthias Schoenaerts (The Old Guard) are set to star in Ruin, a World War II thriller from director (The Mother). The film, which is written by Kaz and Ryan Firpo (Eternals), is set in the ruins of Germany immediately after World War II and follows a newly released camp prisoner (Gadot) who forms an alliance with a German soldier (Schoenaerts) as they both seek revenge on a Nazi SS unit. The project will be for sale at the Cannes marketplace and is aiming for an early 2026 production start. (Barbie), (Fallout), and (Road House) have signed on for teen serial killer comedy Hot Ted, which hails from former SNL segment director Hannah Levy and screenwriter Grace McLeod. Greenblatt stars as a true crime podcast obsessive who suspects that Ted (Magnussen), a counselor at her summer camp, is a murderer, because he owns a van and doesn't have social media. He's either a psycho killer or the perfect man. 'Hot Ted is a psychosexual thriller as imagined by virgins. Mean Girls meets American Psycho,' Levy said in a statement. 'This is the movie I've been dreaming to make — a reinvention of the camp comedy that speaks to being a teenager right now and always.' It will be up for sale at Cannes Best of GoldDerby 'The Pitt' star Shawn Hatosy loves 'ER cowboy' Dr. Abbot as much as you do Everything to know about Ryan Coogler's 'The X-Files' reboot: Gillian Anderson finally weighs in 'I just wanted to make her feel seen': Imogen Faith Reid on portraying Natalia Grace in Hulu's 'Good American Family' Click here to read the full article.
The Advertiser
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
US comedian and entertainer Ruth Buzzi dead at 88
Ruth Buzzi, who rose to fame as the frumpy and bitter Gladys Ormphby on the groundbreaking sketch US comedy series Laugh-In and made more than 200 television appearances during a 45-year career, has died at age 88.
CBS News
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Tributes paid to comedy legend Ruth Buzzi, who called North Texas home before her death
Fans are paying tribute to Ruth Buzzi, the comedy legend who called North Texas home before her death on Thursday at age 88. Buzzi, whose humor America first glimpsed on the late 1960s TV show "Laugh-In," turned her iconic characters from those classic skits into an enduring comedy franchise. Ruth Buzzi during The 20th Anniversary William S. Paley Television Festival Presents "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In" at Directors Guild Theatre Complex in West Hollywood, California, United States. (Photo by Mike Guastella/WireImage) Mike Guastella American actress and comedian Ruth Buzzi, wearing a black hairnet and a brown cardigan, attends a Hollywood Fan Convention, in Los Angeles, California, 10th January 1996. / Getty Images Throughout the 1970s, Buzzi appeared in everything from children's shows to celebrity roasts and variety programs. She shared the screen with the most famous entertainers of the 20th century and was always willing to play the foil or be the butt of the joke. In the last decades of her life, Buzzi and her husband retired to a sprawling ranch in Erath County. Despite being a comedy legend, she became a familiar face to her neighbors and around the nearby towns, making occasional appearances. She often shared her adventures and jokes on social media, even after a series of strokes in recent years. Alzheimer's disease finally took her life this week. "It was just a great pleasure to meet her and call myself a fan and to call her a friend," said former DFW radio reporter Andrew Greenstein, who got to know Buzzi several years ago when he interviewed her. Greenstein said she was just as funny off-screen as she was on-screen. "She was absolutely hilarious," Greenstein said. "When her husband let me into the house, she had not come down yet, and as she was walking down the stairs, she was calling out to me, 'Andrew.' I had never met her in person in my entire life." Under a photo of her ever-present smile, Buzzi's husband told fans to remember her by knowing that she had as much fun as they did while she was making them laugh.
