Celebrity deaths in 2017 did not just include the usual suspects. Obituaries of young musicians and beloved '70s actors kept showing up. Many of the admired actors from the 1980s were also saddened to death. On July 30, Sam Shepard, Perry Mason's secretary, also died. But unexpected deaths were not limited to musicians and actors. These are the 10 most unexpected deaths in entertainment this year.
Roy Dotrice, who was 94, passed away Oct. 16, at his home in New York.
Roy Dotrice, a character actor, died on October 16 at the age 94. The Oscar-winning actor was most well-known for his roles as an actor in plays and TV. He won the Tony Award for his role in the revival of "A Moon for the Misbegotten," as Jacob "Father Wells." He was also well known for his brilliant pronunciation and sharp intellect.
Tom Petty died on Oct. 2
Tom Petty is well-known for his unique voice and his influence on musicians and music fans. Petty was a member of The Traveling Wilburys in 1980. He wrote songs with Roy Orbison and Jeff Lynne and was also involved in the Beatles and Grateful Dead. Sir Paul McCartney's tweets and Carole King's tweets are two examples of tributes to the rock legend. In addition, the singer's longtime friends and colleagues have paid tribute to his music.
Barbara Hale played the affable secretary in Perry Mason
Aside from her role as the affable secretary on Perry Mason, Hale was also an accomplished actress. Hale has starred in many TV series and movies. She co-starred in the 1972 comedy Big Wednesday alongside Raymond Burr, and she also starred with William Katt in Big Wednesday 1978. This show was also featured on Hale's biography "Affectionate Secrets of a Woman", written by the actress.
Sam Shepard died on July 30
American actor Sam Shepard has died at the 66th birthday on July 30, 2017. Born in Illinois, he grew up on a farm and in the Midwest. He was the child of a violent drunk and dropped out from college. He spent a few months with a traveling theater group before settling in New York at age 19. He began working at the Village Gate as a busboy when he was 19 years old. Sam Shepard authored more than 40 plays over the course of his career.
Nelsan Ellis was killed in a car accident on Sept. 28, 2012.
Nelsan Ellis, the actor, has been taken from us. He was 39. His death was due to heart failure caused alcohol withdrawal. He was pronounced dead at a New York hospital. His role was that of Lafayette, the gay medium and cook on HBO's True Blood. People loved Ellis' charismatic performances. Ellis is survived by a daughter, son, grandson and nephew.
Anne Jeffreys passed away on September 28th
An American actress, Anne Jeffreys was born in Goldsboro, North Carolina. She was originally trained to be an operatic soprano. However, she quickly moved to New York City and became part of the New York Municipal Opera Company. She starred in the 1942 film "I Married an Angel" as well as a number Dick Tracy films. Jeffreys' last role was as the moll of bank robber John Dillinger.
Don Rickles died at age 84
Barbara Rickles, Don Rickles' wife, has died at the age of 85. They had been married 56 years. She was fighting non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and other health problems. Barbara Rickles didn't listen to his wise words and took a step back when she spoke about her late husband. Their wedding anniversary is March 14.
Miguel Ferrer died from heart failure
The actor who played Owen Granger on the hit CBS show NCIS: Los Angeles died on Thursday, aged 61. He was also an actor in RoboCop, Twin Peaks and other shows. His real-life health problems were discussed on the show after his death. He had been battling throat carcinoma. After a brief hiatus, he returned to series regularly, though his participation in recent episodes was limited.
FAQ
How much does Hollywood make per year?
A movie takes around $100 million to create. So if you made ten movies a year for a decade, you'd have enough money to buy a small country.
Your island would be yours, complete with an airport, power plant, bank, post office, police force, fire department, school system, hospital, sports stadium, theater, and cinema.
If that doesn’t sound like fun, you must be insane.
Is the Hollywood Walk of Fame a free thing?
Yes! You don't have to pay anything to visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame. For photographers, you need a permit. They cost $15 per head.
You must have a valid identification if you plan to visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
If you are below 18 years old, you must accompany someone 21-years-old or older.
The walkway can only be entered after 10 AM.
You may not be allowed to leave the walkway until you pay again once you're inside.
There are no cameras allowed inside the walkway.
Why are so few independent films ever distributed?
Indie filmmakers are assuming that distributors will be interested in their films.
They are certain distributors will take their films, as they know that the public will love them.
However, this is rarely the case. Distributors often use independent filmmakers.
They will use techniques such as delaying the release of a movie until after the awards season has ended.
Or they delay the release date of a low-budget film until after the summer blockbuster season has begun.
Distributors may also keep films from the public until people have already spent hundreds of money on tickets, popcorn or candy.
They don't want any of those profits to go to waste.
What is the difference among a producer or distributor?
Produced by a producer, the movie is produced. The movie is distributed via a distributor. Producers can sell their movies directly to theaters, distributors, or other companies like Netflix. Distributors purchase movies directly from producers. They then sell them on to theaters or cable channels, as well as streaming services.
Distributors should negotiate with theater owners regarding where their movies are playing. This means that some theaters may charge more to see a certain movie than others. A distributor should have multiple theaters in order to ensure that your movie is seen by as many people possible.
Statistics
- By 1911, approximately 60 to 70 percent of films imported into Great Britain were American. (en.wikipedia.org)
- "[116]"38% of films employed 0 or 1 woman in the roles considered, 23% employed two women, 28% employed 3 to 5 women, and 10% employed 6 to 9 women. (en.wikipedia.org)
- The percentage of black female characters went from 16 percent in 2017 to 21 percent in 2018. (en.wikipedia.org)
- In 2019, that percentage increased to 40 percent. (en.wikipedia.org)
- New York Times article stated that only 15% of the top films in 2013 had women in lead acting roles. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How To
How to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce established the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960. The HWOF can be found at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. It has 2,711 stars embedded in the Hollywood Boulevard sidewalk. Each star represents an individual who contributed to popular culture, such as television, radio or theater. There are currently 1,922 active individuals on the HWOF.
To become a member of HWOF you will need to submit your name at the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. This submits your name then to the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Once you are approved, you will receive a certificate of eligibility that includes your name, date, residence, occupation, category, and other information. A bronze plaque with the name of your choice is included. This plaque is attached directly to the concrete base, in front of designated stars.
If you were nominated by an HWOF member, or if there are significant contributions made to the entertainment, film, radio, theatre, and music industries, you may be eligible for a "star" award. A committee evaluates the nominations and decides whether to approve them. If they do so, they send a message to the applicant's address explaining their decision. A second letter confirms acceptance if the nominee accepts the nomination. The applicant then pays $25 to the Hollywood Chamber of commerce, which forwards the money to the City of Los Angles Department of Cultural Affairs.
The department issues a cheque payable to the Hollywood Chamber of commerce. It then sends the check the Hollywood Walk of Fame Foundation. The foundation pays the artist or organization whose application was accepted. The fee is then paid to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce at $12.50. The City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs takes the other half.
After an artist has received his/her Star, he/she can be eligible for the HWOF. To be eligible for the HWOF, the artist must pay the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce any balance. The amount due will depend on when you were first nominated. For example, if you were first nominated in 1990, you would owe $15,000. You would be responsible for $10,000 if you had been nominated previously in 1980.
To remove yourself from HWOF, contact the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. They will help you pay the remaining debt. They will take care of removing your name from the list permanently.
How old does one have to get a star on the HWOF?
When nominated, one must have at least 18-years-old. A person must be present at the time of receiving a star. A star can be renominated after 10 years.
What happens if I die before my star gets put up?
Nominating you can be done by family members. If there are no living relatives, then the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will place a memorial marker in front of the star.
Why can't we just choose a different street and not have stars all over?
The HWOF was not created to be a historical landmark. It is meant to honor those who contributed to film history.
What happened with the stars that were stolen? The thieves took around 1,200 stars. Each star weighs between 250-300 lbs, so if you add up all the weight, that comes out to about 4 tons worth of stars!