Robert Machray (1945–2025), fainting Santa from M&Ms ad

Robert Machray was a character actor known for his recurring role on “Cheers” and for starring in a long-running TV commercial for M&Ms.

Adele Springsteen (1925–2024), Bruce Springsteen’s mother 

Adele Springsteen was the mother of singer and songwriter Bruce Springsteen; she bought him his first guitar, served as his legal secretary, and was a fan favorite at concerts. 

Don Laughlin (1931–2023), Nevada resort town namesake

Don Laughlin was a developer, casino operator, and hotelier who built the Nevada resort town of Laughlin, named after himself and now the third largest casino destination in the state.

Betsy Rawls (1928–2023), LPGA champion

Betsy Rawls was a professional golfer who won the U.S. Women’s Open four times, among dozens of other career wins on the LPGA Tour.

David LaFlamme (1941–2023), White Bird singer and songwriter 

David LaFlamme was a singer, songwriter, and violinist with It’s a Beautiful Day, known for their 1969 hit “White Bird.”

Gary Gaines (1949–2022), “Friday Night Lights” coach 

Gary Gaines was the legendary Texas high school football coach who was the subject of the book and movie “Friday Night Lights.”

Monica Roberts (1962–2020), transgender rights advocate who founded TransGriot blog

Monica Roberts was a transgender rights advocate who was the founding editor of TransGriot, a blog focusing on trans women of color and the issues that concern them.

Russi Taylor (1944–2019), voice of Minnie Mouse and “Simpsons” characters

Russi Taylor was the voice of Minnie Mouse for more than 30 years, as well as providing many other cartoon voices including “The Simpsons” characters Martin, íœter, and twins Sherri and Terri.

Dick Dale (1937–2019), "King of the Surf Guitar"

His hit song "Misirlou" defined surf rock and was unforgettable in "Pulp Fiction."

Glenn Snoddy (1922–2018), invented the fuzz pedal

Keith Richards famously used the pedal on "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction."

Brad Bufanda (1983 – 2017), actor remembered for role in “Veronica Mars”

Brad Bufanda, an actor who had a supporting role in “Veronica Mars,” died in Los Angeles on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, according to multiple news sources. Suicide has been reported as the cause of death. He was 34.

Roberta Peters (1930 - 2017), coloratura soprano opera star

The coloratura soprano was a 35-year veteran of New York City's Metropolitan Opera Company.

Sharon Jones (1956–2016), Dap-Kings lead singer

The soul and funk singer who fronted Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings.

Harry "Mr. Fuji" Fujiwara (1934 - 2016), pro wrestler and manager

Harry "Mr. Fuji" Fujiwara, a popular professional wrestler and manager, died Aug. 28, 2016, according to the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). He was 82.

Audrey Hepburn's Best Roles

Audrey Hepburn starred in some of the most memorable films of her era.