Teddy Pendergrass is Back

This morning we were surprised to see among the top 10 most popular search terms reported by Google.After all, Pendergrass—singer, songwriter, drummer, and soul pioneer—died Jan. 13, 2010, nearly 6 months ago.

Lord Snowdon (1930 - 2017), former husband of Princess Margaret

Lord Snowdon, known for his 18-year marriage to Great Britain's Princess Margaret as well as for his work as a photographer and filmmaker, died Friday, Jan. 13, 2017. He was 86. Snowdon, who married the sister of Queen Elizabeth II in 1960, was unusual in that he continued his work – he served as the royal photographer – even while married to Princess Margaret. Born Antony Armstrong-Jones in 1930, he had an established career as a society photographer by the time he was married to Margaret. Nonetheless, his lack of wealth and artistic lifestyle, as well as their discretion while courting, made their engagement a surprise to the public. Their May 6, 1960, marriage was the first televised royal wedding.

David Modell (1960 - 2017), former Baltimore Ravens president

David Modell, a former president of the Baltimore Ravens football team, died Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, after a lengthy battle with lung cancer, according to multiple news sources. He was 55. The son of former Baltimore Ravens owner Art Modell, he served as the team’s president from 1996 to 2004, when the team was sold to a new ownership group led by Steve Biscotti. The younger Modell oversaw the negotiations of player contracts as well as running other aspects of the team’s business. He also influenced the decision to hire coach Brian Billick, who led the Ravens to a Super Bowl victory in 2000.

Dick Gautier (1931 - 2017), Get Smart's Hymie the Robot

Dick Gautier, the comedic actor who played Hymie the Robot on “Get Smart,” died Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, in Arcadia, California, after a long illness, according to The Hollywood Reporter. He was 85.

Jean Porter (1922 – 2018), 1940s MGM movie starlet

Starred opposite Abbott and Costello and Mickey Rooney…

Doug Harvey (1930 – 2018), Hall of Fame Umpire

Fans gave him standing ovations during his last season as an umpire…

Mel Stottlemyre (1941 – 2019), Yankees legend

Mel Stottlemyre (1941 – 2019) was a five time All-Star pitcher for the New York Yankees who became a top pitching coach. He was a Yankee his entire playing career, winning 20 games 3 times when the Yankees were not at the top of the league. He became a highly sought after pitching coach who tutored Dwight Gooden and Roger Clemons, winning 4 World Series rings as a coach with the Yankees and one with the Mets.

Siegfried Fischbacher (1939–2021), half of Siegfried & Roy magic duo

Siegfried Fischbacher was a German-American entertainer who was one half of Siegfried & Roy, the famed Las Vegas stage magic duo who incorporated white tigers and lions into their act.

Sylvain Sylvain (1951–2021), New York Dolls guitarist

Sylvain Sylvain was a co-founding member and rhythm gutiarist for the influential glam punk band the New York Dolls.

Duke Bootee (1951–2021), influential rapper who co-wrote “The Message”

Duke Bootee , born Edward Fletcher, was an early rapper who co-wrote the influential hip-hop song “The Message,” performed by Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five.

Fred Parris (1936–2022), singer and songwriter with the Five Satins

Fred Parris was the lead singer for the Five Satins and wrote their 1956 hit “In the Still of the Night.”

Rabbi Israel Dresner (1929–2022), civil rights activist who was a Freedom Rider

Rabbi Israel Dresner was a civil rights activist who protested segregation alongside his friend, .

Robbie Knievel (1962–2023), daredevil and son of Evel Knievel

Robbie Knievel was a daredevil known for motorcycle stunts, following in the footsteps of his father, .

Keith Beaton (1950–2023), singer with Blue Magic

Keith Beaton was a singer with the Philadelphia soul group Blue Magic, known for hits including “Sideshow.”

Yoshio Yoda (1934–2023), Fuji in “McHale’s Navy”

Yoshio Yoda was an actor best known for playing Fuji in the classic sitcom “McHale’s Navy.”

Joyce Randolph (1924–2024), last surviving star of The Honeymooners

Joyce Randolph was an actress known best for playing Trixie Norton on the classic sitcom “The Honeymooners.”

Tom Shales (1944–2024), Pulitzer-winning TV critic

Tom Shales was a Pulitzer Prize-winning television critic who spent over 30 years with the Washington Post and was known for his sharp wit and cutting insights.

Jo-El Sonnier (1946–2024), Grammy-winning Cajun musician

Jo-El Sonnier was a Cajun and country singer-songwriter known for “No More One More Time” and “Tear-Stained Letter.” 

Buck White (1930–2025), country musician with The Whites

Buck White was a Grand Ole Opry member and the patriarch of the family group The Whites.