Phyllis Diller was an original. And for generations of funny women, she was an inspiration.
Died 2012
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Scott McKenzie (1939–2012), San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair) singer
by Legacy StaffHe cowrote “Kokomo” for the Beach Boys.
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His other movies included “Days of Thunder” and “Beverly Hills Cop II.”
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Mel Stuart (1928–2012), Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory director
by Legacy StaffHe was an award-winning documentary filmmaker.
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His bestselling books included “Don’t Get Too Comfortable” and “Fraud.”
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Gore Vidal (1925–2012), bestselling author of Lincoln, Myra Breckenridge
by Legacy StaffHis novels, essays, plays and opinions were stamped by his immodest wit and unconventional wisdom.
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Her books included “Circle of Friends” and “Tara Road.”
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Her other credits include “As Good As It Gets” and ”Real Women Have Curves.”
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When learning of Sherman Hemsley’s death yesterday, many fans mourned for the loss of George Jefferson, Hemsley’s on-screen alter ego, almost as much as they did for Hemsley himself…
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You may never have heard the name Bob Babbitt before today, and you may not recognize his face… but we can guarantee you’ve heard his music…