Screen Legend Lynn Hamilton Passes Away at 95, Leaving Legacy of Dignity and Trailblazing Roles in TV and Film

Chicago — Veteran actress Lynn Hamilton, renowned for her memorable roles in iconic television shows “Sanford and Son” and “The Waltons,” passed away at her Chicago home on Thursday at the age of 95. Her death, resulting from natural causes, was confirmed by her longtime representative, Rev. Calvin Carson. Surrounded by her grandchildren, loved ones, and caregivers in her final moments, Hamilton’s legacy spans decades as a luminary in the entertainment industry. Born on April …

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Beloved New Zealand Actress Marise Wipani Passes on Her 61st Birthday, Leaving Behind a Lasting Legacy in Film and TV

Wellington, New Zealand — Marise Wipani, a renowned New Zealand actress celebrated for her roles in popular television shows such as “Soldier, Soldier” and “Xena: Warrior Princess,” passed away on June 6, her 61st birthday. Her death was announced through a statement on her Facebook page, accompanied by a lighthearted farewell that echoed her vibrant personality. Wipani’s career in the entertainment industry spanned several decades, beginning in the early 1980s after she caught the eye …

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Holocaust Remembrance Day Film Screening of ‘Here Lived’ at FDR Presidential Library

Hyde Park, NY – The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, in collaboration with the Jewish Federation of Dutchess County, will host an International Holocaust Remembrance Day film screening of “Here Lived” by Jane Wells on Friday, January 26 at 2 p.m. The program will take place at the Henry A. Wallace Center at the FDR Presidential Library and Home. The event is open to the public and free of charge, but registration is …

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Disaster Movie Survivor’s Terrifying Ordeal and Cannibalism Faced for Survival in New Netflix Film and Channel 5 Documentary

MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY – In 1972, a real-life disaster movie unfolded in the Andes mountains, when a chartered plane carrying 45 passengers and crew crashed, leaving only 16 survivors to battle starvation and harsh landscapes in a remarkable 72-day ordeal for existence. The survivors’ harrowing tale has been told through books, documentaries, and a new Netflix film, Society of Snow, now tipped for an Oscar. The passengers included 19 members of Montevideo’s Old Christians Club rugby …

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Belgian Film Icon Emilie Dequenne Dies at 43 After Battle with Rare Cancer

Paris, France – Renowned Belgian actress Emilie Dequenne, celebrated for her powerful portrayal in the critically acclaimed film “Rosetta,” passed away on Sunday in a hospital near Paris at the age of 43. Her family and agent reported that the cause of her death was adrenocortical carcinoma, a rare form of adrenal gland cancer with which she was diagnosed earlier this year. Emilie Dequenne first captured international attention in 1999 with her debut in “Rosetta,” …

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Prepare Yourself for an Ice-Cold Journey Through the Darkest Corners of the Human Mind: A Hand-Picked Film List of the Most Haunting Serial Killer Thrillers

Prepare for a chilling journey through the minds of serial killers with a hand-picked selection of films that delve into the deep and dark world of psychological thrillers and mysteries. These movies promise to keep the audience on the edge of their seats with their suspenseful and thought-provoking storylines. “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” (1974) takes viewers on a harrowing journey as teenagers are terrorized by a cannibalistic family wielding a terrifying chainsaw. “Raman Raghav 2.0” …

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Survivor of 1972 Andes Plane Crash Discusses Chilling Pact in New Film Interview

Mendoza, Argentina – To celebrate the release of Juan Antonio Bayona’s new film ‘Society of the Snow’, Euronews Culture interviewed Fernando Parrado, a survivor of the 1972 ‘Miracle of the Andes’ plane crash. The discussion focused on the chilling pact made by Parrado and his fellow passengers to survive. Parrado shared the harrowing story of how he and other survivors of the plane crash were forced to make the difficult decision to turn to cannibalism …

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Film and TV Star Michelle Trachtenberg, Icon of ‘Buffy’ and ‘Gossip Girl,’ Passes Away at 39 in Manhattan Home

NEW YORK — Michelle Trachtenberg, a prominent actress celebrated for her roles in popular TV shows like “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Gossip Girl,” was found dead in her Manhattan apartment on Wednesday, authorities confirmed. The 39-year-old’s body was discovered early in the morning by her mother, sparking an outpouring of tributes from the entertainment industry and leading to a preliminary investigation by local police. Trachtenberg, born in New York City in 1985, first graced …

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“Society of the Snow” is a Stunning Film Telling the Story of 1972 Andes Plane Crash Survivors

LOS ANGELES, California — The harrowing tale of a 1972 plane crash survivor, Gustavo Zerbino, is being brought to life in J.A. Bayona’s new film, “Society of the Snow,” now available on Netflix in the U.S. The movie is based on the story of the Uruguayan Air Force plane disaster that left Zerbino and his teammates stranded in the snow-covered Andes mountains for approximately 70 days. Reflecting on the experience, Zerbino described watching the film …

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Dame Joan Plowright, Stalwart of British Theatre and Film, Passes Away at 95

Northwood, England — Pioneering British actress Dame Joan Plowright, recognized for her extensive contributions to theater, film, and television over a seven-decade career, has died at the age of 95. Departing peacefully at Denville Hall on January 16, Plowright’s career marked an era filled with portrayalal depth across a spectrum of stage and screen roles. Born in 1929, Plowright launched her illustrious career with the 1948 play “If Four Walls Could Talk,” soon becoming an …

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