Janet Waldo, the voice actress behind characters including Judy Jetson of “The Jetsons” and Josie of “Josie and the Pussycats,” died June 12, 2016. She was 96.
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Correction: After the publication of this obituary, Alan Young’s date of death was determined to be May 19, 2016.
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If you know the name Vince Guaraldi, you probably associate it with one iconic piece of music.
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The man who gave the world a silly bear.
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Starting today, cable network FXX began airing “The Simpsons,” from 1989’s “Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire” to this year’s “The Yellow Badge of Cowardge.” Be on the lookout for …
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Phil Harris would have turned 110 this week. Movie fans may not know his name now, but they’re probably familiar with names like Baloo, Little John, and Patou. Harris gave …
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Animator Walter Lantz was born 115 years ago, April 27, 1899, 41 years before he created the cartoon bird that would make him famous…
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The average person might not recognize the name Thurl Ravenscroft, but there’s a good chance they might recognize his voice…
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Anyone who has ever watched the Harlem Globetrotters knows they are full of surprises. For instance, given their name, is it surprising that the team originally formed in Chicago, not …
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Ninety years ago today, two brothers founded a company that would become world famous, beloved by all ages, and record smashing. The brothers were Walt and Roy Disney, and the …