Roman Gabriel (1940–2024), Rams, Eagles quarterback 

Roman Gabriel was a quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams and Philadelphia Eagles in the 1960s and ‘70s.

Howie Schwab (1960–2024), ESPN trivia show host

Howie Schwab was a longtime ESPN producer who became an on-air personality with his trivia show, “Stump the Schwab,” in which he showed off his deep knowledge of sports.

Guitar Shorty (1934–2022), legendary blues guitarist influenced Jimi Hendrix  

Guitar Shorty was a legendary blues guitarist who influenced Jimi Hendrix and Buddy Guy.

Ralph Kiser (1965–2022), contestant on “Survivor: Redemption Island”

Ralph Kiser was a competitor on “Survivor: Redemption Island,” the show’s 22nd season.

Robert Morse (1931–2022), star of “Mad Men,” “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying”

Robert Morse was an actor who starred on Broadway and on the big screen in “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.”

Les McKeown (1955–2021), lead singer for the Bay City Rollers

Les McKeown was the lead singer for the Scottish band the Bay City Rollers, who had hits in the 1970s including “Saturday Night” and “Money Honey.”

Monte Hellman (1929–2021), “Two-Lane Blacktop” director

Monte Hellman was a director whose cult classic films include “Two-Lane Blacktop.”

Tempest Storm (1928–2021), legendary burlesque performer

Tempest Storm was one of the most famous burlesque stars of all time, known for her headline shows on the Las Vegas Strip.

Mike Curtis (1943–2020), former Baltimore Colts star

Mike Curtis was a former star linebacker for the Baltimore Colts who had a key interception in their Super Bowl V win over Dallas.

Tom Lester (1938–2020), “Green Acres” star

Tom Lester was the last surviving cast member of the classic sitcom “Green Acres.” He starred as Eb, the wisecracking farmhand for Mr. and Mrs. Douglas.  

Avicii (1989–2018), world famous Swedish DJ and producer

Avicii's hits include “Wake Me Up” and “Hey Brother.”

Earle Bruce (1931 – 2018), former Ohio State football coach

Earle Bruce, former Ohio State football coach, died Friday, April 20, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio, according to the Associated Press. He was 87.

Paul Giganti (1980 - 2017), chef who competed on Hell's Kitchen

Chef reached top 5 on latest "Hell's Kitchen" reality TV series...

Dwayne Washington (1964 - 2016), former NBA player

Dwayne “Pearl” Washington, a retired professional basketball player who acquired the nickname from his skills on Brooklyn, New York, playgrounds, died April 20. He was 52.

The Films of Don Siegel

Don Siegel, who died 20 years ago today, was among the best action and drama film directors of his generation. Today we remember him by looking back at five of his best films...