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‘Duck Dynasty’ Star Phil Robertson Dead at 79

"Duck Dynasty" star Phil Robertson has died, his family has announced. Robertson's death comes just over a month after his son Jase said his father was “not good” in his battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 79 years old when he passed away. “We celebrate today that our father, husband,…

‘World’s Poorest Leader,’ Former Uruguay President José Mujica, Dead at 89

Uruguay's former President José "Pepe" Mujica has passed away at the age of 89. Mujica was renowned for his simplistic lifestyle and impactful leadership. His passing has prompted an outpouring of condolences from Latin American leaders for his dedication to progress and equality. Mujica, famously known as "Pepe," was a…

Former Supreme Court Justice David Souter Dead at 85

Retired Supreme Court Associate Justice David Souter, an appointee of former President George H.W. Bush, has died. According to the New York Post, Souter was 85 years old when he passed away. Although Souter was appointed to the high court by Bush, he later generated controversy by becoming what was…

‘When Calls The Heart’ Star Nate Pelletier Dies ‘Suddenly at Home’ at 53

Actor Nathaniel "Nate" Pelletier, star of Hallmark's hit TV series "When Calls The Heart," has tragically died "suddenly," his family has announced. Pelletier, who starred alongside Lori Loughlin and Jack Wagner in the show, "passed away suddenly" last month at the age of 53. According to an obituary released on…

‘Sopranos’ Actor Charley Scalies Dead at 84

Beloved TV actor Charley Scalies, noted for his roles in HBO's "The Sopranos" and "The Wire," has died. Scalies was 84 when he passed away this week. The Philadelphia native died "peacefully" after a long battle with Alzheimer's, an online obituary confirmed. Scalies is mostly known for playing Thomas "Horseface"…

Former NFL & MLB Star Tom Brown Dead at 84

Former NFL and MLB player Tom Brown has died at age 84, according to reports. The Daily Mail reported that Brown's death was confirmed by the former players of the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) on X. Brown is best known for the interception that clinched the 1966 championship…

Conservative Activist David Horowitz Dead at 86

Legendary conservative opinion leader, activist, and author David Horowitz passed away, his foundation has announced. Horowitz died Tuesday at age 86 following a battle with cancer, Breitbart reported. The news was shared to his official X account along with a video of personal and career highlights. In the video caption,…

NBA Legend Dick Barnett Dead at 88

New York Knicks basketball legend Dick Barnett has died, his family announced. The NBA veteran died over the weekend in his sleep at an assisted living facility in Florida, according to the New York Post. The Knicks issued a statement confirming Barnett's death on Monday. Barnett played in the NBA…

Legendary ESPN Sportscaster Mike Patrick Dead at 80

Veteran former ESPN play-by-play announcer Mike Patrick has passed away, his family has announced. Patrick died from natural causes at 80 years old, the Daily Caller reported. Before his retirement in 2018, Patrick's career as an announcer spanned several sports over several decades. Local authorities confirmed Patrick's death on Tuesday.…

Legendary Amateur Golfer Jay Sigel Dead at 81

Jay Sigel, one of the most decorated amateur golfers in history, has passed away, his family has announced. Sigel died on Saturday at age 81 from pancreatic cancer. The famed golf star was native to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He received an Arnold Palmer Scholarship to Wake Forest University and thought he…