John Prine was an American folk singer-songwriter renowned for songs featuring offbeat lyrics about life, love, and social issues. Died: April 7, 2020. (Who else died on April 7?) Details …
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In addition to his work with SNL and top musicians, Willner was known for assembling tribute albums and concerts.
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Jay Benedict was an actor known for his roles in “Aliens” and “The Dark Knight Rises.” Died: Saturday, April 4, 2020. (Who else died on April 4?) Details of Death: …
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Tom Dempsey was the legendary NFL placekicker whose 63-yard game winning field goal for the New Orleans Saints in 1970 was an NFL record for over 40 years. Died: Saturday, April 4, 2020. (Who …
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She was a longtime resident of Martha’s Vineyard, where “Jaws” was filmed.
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Forrest Compton was an actor best known for his roles on “Gomer Pyle: USMC” and “The Edge of Night.” Sunday, April 5, 2020. (Who else died on April 5?) Died at the age …
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She was the voice of the parasol-carrying Cindy Bear and did voice work for dozens of other cartoons.
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1980s pop singer was a New Wave favorite in underground NYC.
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Marsalis was the patriarch of a musical family including sons Branford and Wynton Marsalis.
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Schlesinger also wrote songs for movies and TV, including the Oscar-nominated title song for the 1996 movie “That Thing You Do!”