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Actor Gary Coleman attends the Tribeca Film Festival 2009 portrait studio at DIRECTV Tribeca Press Center on April 24, 2009 in New York City.

Gary Coleman’s Ex-Wife Receives Polygraph Test Results Over Involvement in His Death

See how she reacts in docuseries ‘Lie Detector: Truth or Deception.’

RESERVOIR DOGS, Michael Madsen, 1992,

Michael Madsen, ‘Reservoir Dogs’ & ‘Kill Bill’ Star, Dead at 67

The actor was found dead in his Malibu, California, home on July 3.

Connie Francis now and then, inset from Facebook

Legendary Singer Connie Francis Hospitalized After Suffering From ‘Extreme Pain’

The ‘Pretty Little Baby’ hitmaker, 87, has recently had a resurgence thanks to TikTok.

Jimmy Swaggart Dies: Famed Televangelist Was 90

Swaggart suffered a cardiac arrest in his Louisiana home on June 15.

Rick Hurst

‘The Dukes of Hazzard’ Star Rick Hurst Dies at 79 – John Schneider & More Pay Tribute

The actor made his professional debut on ‘The Doris Day Show.’

Mariska Hargitay Reveals Mickey Hargitay Died Denying He Wasn’t Her Biological Father

“​​He used to say, even before he died, ‘Remember when you thought that crazy thing?’”

THE NANNY, Fran Drescher, 1993-99.

Fans Go Wild as ‘The Nanny’ Star Fran Drescher Shares Stunning New Photo: ‘Why Don’t You Age?!’

‘Somehow, you are getting more beautiful.’

Barbara Walters, 1976.

11 Stunning Revelations in ‘Barbara Walters: Tell Me Everything’

The new documentary explores the trailblazing career and personal struggles of the legendary Barbara Walters.

SANFORD AND SON, from left: Redd Foxx, Lynn Hamilton in 'Jealousy' (Season 2, Episode 4, aired October 6, 1972), 1972-77.

Lynn Hamilton Dies: ‘Sanford and Son’ & ‘Waltons’ Actress Was 95

Other notable works included ‘Roots: The Next Generation,’ ‘A Dream for Christmas,’ ‘Generations,’ ‘The Jesse Owens Story,’ ‘The Practice’ and ‘Lady Sings the Blues.’

The Doors, Jim Morrison with Robby Krieger, c. mid 1960s

The Doors Members John Densmore & Robby Krieger Talk Jim Morrison’s Unlikely Success

“He was so shy, it was ridiculous,” the drummer said.

THE GOLDEN GIRLS, from left: Estelle Getty, Rue McClanahan, Betty White, Bea Arthur, Leslie Nielsen at the taping of the show's final episode 'One Flew Out of the Cuckoo's Nest,' (season 7, episode 23, aired May 9, 1992), 1985-1992, Ph: J. Del Valle, © Touchstone Television/courtesy Everett Collection

‘Golden Girls’ Producer Details Betty White & Bea Arthur’s Infamous Feud

Though the show’s producers couldn’t agree on the source of the feud, they did agree that it was vicious.

STAR WARS Mark Hamill now and then graphic

Luke Lives On? Mark Hamill Clarifies He Didn’t Quit ‘Star Wars’ Franchise

‘I don’t want to make a big pronouncement,’ the actor said, before sharing his thoughts on a potential Luke Skywalker return.

My Mom Jayne premiere

Cher, Jamie Lee Curtis, Chris Meloni, Brooke Shields & More Support Mariska Hargitay at Doc Premiere

The ‘SVU’ star was fully supported by friends and family as she debuted her poignant documentary about her mom Jayne Mansfield at Tribeca.

Betty Gay

‘Little Rascals’ Actor Betsy Gay Dies at 96

She left acting to become a full time yodeler with the Tex Williams and Hamblen’s Lucky Stars group.

FINAL ANALYSIS, Harris Yulin, 1992,

Harris Yulin, Actor in ‘Scarface,’ ‘Ozark’ & ‘Frasier,’ Dies at 87

He also appeared in ’24,’ ‘Ghostbusters II,’ and many more TV shows and movies.

TWELVE O'CLOCK HIGH, Chris Robinson, 1964-67

Chris Robinson, ‘General Hospital’ & ‘Bold and the Beautiful’ Actor, Dies at 86

He also starred in the ABC drama ’12 O’Clock High.’

MONTE-CARLO, MONACO - JUNE 20: Melissa Gilbert attends the

‘Little House on the Prairie’ Star Melissa Gilbert Reveals ‘Terrible’ Family Loss

Gilbert is heartbroken after a tragedy at the Catskills home she shares with husband Timothy Busfield.

DAYS OF OUR LIVES, from left: Drake Hogestyn, Deidre Hall, (Season 45, 2011).

‘Days of Our Lives’ Says Goodbye to John Black 8 Months After Actor Drake Hogestyn’s Death

Deidre Hall comments on emotional scene.

Jonathan Joss in Parks & Rec with King of the Hill Inset

Jonathan Joss Dies in Shooting: ‘Parks and Recreation’ & ‘King of the Hill Actor Was 59

The actor reportedly got into an argument with a neighbor that turned fatal.

A PREVIOUS ENGAGEMENT, Valerie Mahaffey, 2005.

Valerie Mahaffey Dies: ‘The Doctors’ & ‘Northern Exposure’ Star Was 71

Mahaffey, also known for ‘Desperate Housewives’ and ‘Young Sheldon,’ was one of America’s ‘most endearing actresses,’ her husband said.

NEW YORK, NY - MAY 25: Billy Joel performs at Billy Joel In Concert - New York, New York at Madison Square Garden on May 25, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

Billy Joel Diagnosed With Brain Disorder, Cancels Tour Dates Months After Stage Fall

The singer has been forced to cancel concerts.

DAWSON'S CREEK, from left: Joshua Jackson, Katie Holmes, James Van Der Beek, Michelle Williams (1997), 1998-2003.

‘Dawson’s Creek’ Revival With Original Cast Almost Happened, Creator Kevin Williamson Says

Kevin Williamson explains why a revival ultimately didn’t work out.

Ed McMahon on Star Search

The 17 Most Legendary ‘Star Search’ Performances — So Far (VIDEO)

Drew Carey, Kevin James, Dave Chappelle, Martin Lawrence, and Beyoncé all gave glimpses of their future stardom on the syndicated ‘Star Search.’

CHEERS, George Wendt, (1987), 1982-93,

‘Cheers’ Star George Wendt Dies at 76

George Wendt has died. The actor known for playing Norm Peterson on Cheers and the real-life uncle of Jason Sudeikis was 76.

Cookie Monster with Netflix logo

‘Sesame Street’ Coming to Netflix — With Some Major Changes

In December 2024, the HBO streamer Max, which had partnered with Sesame Workshop starting in 2015, decided not to continue its deal.

Scott Wolf

‘Party of Five’s Scott Wolf Reflects on How TV Guide Magazine Cover ‘Moved the Needle’ (VIDEO)

“It was this honor, but also this weird honor.”

Alice Halsey, Melissa Gilbert in Little House on the Prairie

‘Little House on the Prairie’ Netflix Reboot Casts Laura Ingalls Role: Meet the Rising Star

Get to know rising star Alice Halsey. Plus, everything else we know about the show so far.

‘Absolutely Fabulous’ Star Joanna Lumley Says She Doesn’t Have ‘Much Time Left’

“I’ve started literally to live day to day.”

‘Roseanne’ Star Michael Fishman Addresses Exclusion From ‘The Conners’ Series Finale

The actor, who appeared in the first four seasons of ‘The Conners,’ revealed his feelings in a social media post.

THE SOPRANOS, James Gandolfini, 1999-2007

‘Sopranos’ Creator David Chase Feared James Gandolfini Wasn’t ‘Threatening Enough’ to Play Tony Soprano

Gandolfini himself also didn’t believe he’d land the role.