The RIP Famous Person Thread

[Happy As Larry]

[harrybarracuda]

He was a bit saucy too oo er missus.

[beachbound]

New Mexico officials have announced the cause of death for actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, a week after they were found dead at their home in Santa Fe. Hackman died of heart disease, with Alzheimer's disease as a contributing factor, and Arakawa died several days before him of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, Chief Medical Investigator Dr. Heather Jarrell announced Friday.Gene Hackman's cause of death was heart disease, wife died of hantavirus days earlier, officials say - CBS News

[harrybarracuda]

How incredibly sad.

The doctor said Arakawa likely died on 11 February, the date she was last known to have communicated with people via email.
She said Hackman had advanced Alzheimer's and died from heart disease, with data from his pacemaker last registering on 18 February.
Due to his Alzheimer's, "it's quite possible he was not aware that [his wife] was deceased," Dr Jarrell added.

They mentioned earlier that the dog probably died due to dehydration as it couldn't get of its cage.

[beachbound]

^
Sad way to go, for all three of them. It’s a shame, there was no one in their lives to check on them.

[TizMe]

^
Sad way to go, for all three of them. It’s a shame, there was no one in their lives to check on them.

Would have thought someone with his wealth and health would have employed a full time carer.

No children even were checking up on him

[harrybarracuda]

Tributes have been paid to a 'secret hero' who tackled a would-be suicide bomber at Glasgow Airport. Stephen Clarkson, who has died aged 59, did not seek recognition for his part in foiling terrorist Kafeel Ahmed in June 2007. He was awarded the Queen's Commendation for Bravery after taking Ahmed down with a "wee forearm smash". He passed away just five months after being diagnosed with a rare type of cancer.

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Recalling the incident on the 10 year anniversary, Stephen told the Daily Record: "I'm no hero. I only did what thousands of Scots would have done when hundreds of lives were at risk. I hope other would-be terrorists get the message that Scotland will not stand for terrorism.

"I took two steps towards him and he never flinched so I just ran at him and basically mowed him down. I knew I had to do it. My gut instinct was that he was a terrorist and had to be stopped."


'Secret hero' of terror attack on Glasgow Airport dies aged 59 as family pays tribute - Scottish Daily Express

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John ‘Paddy’ Hemingway, the last surviving pilot that served in the Battle of Britain, has passed away at the age of 105.

Last surviving Battle of Britain pilot John ‘Paddy’ Hemingway dies aged 105 - LBC

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Former Formula 1 team owner and broadcaster Eddie Jordan dies aged 76 | UK News | Sky News

[harrybarracuda]

Shame to see Eddie go. He was an affable chap, and popular in the Middle East for his musical skills.

It seems prostate cancer took him.

Eddie Jordan obituary: Formula 1'&#39;'s flamboyant deal-maker - BBC Sport

[Reg Dingle]

[misskit]

^? Did he die?

[misskit]

Heavyweight Boxing Champ George Foreman Dead at 76

Famed boxing champion George Foreman died Friday at the age of 76, his family announced in a statement on social media.


“With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman Sr., who peacefully departed on March 21, 2025 surrounded by loved ones,” the family said. “Our hearts are broken.”

The statement described Foreman as a “devout preacher, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grand and great grandfather.”

Boxing promotion company Top Rank called Foreman “one of the biggest punchers and personalities the sport has ever seen.”


“George was a great friend to not only myself but to my entire family,” Top Rank Chairman Bob Arum said in a statement posted on the organization’s website. “We’ve lost a family member and are absolutely devastated.”


Condolences poured in on social media, where Mike Tyson paid his respects.


“His contribution to boxing and beyond will never be forgotten,” he wrote in a post on X.


Basketball legend Scottie Pippen joined in.


“Rest in peace, George Foreman,” he wrote on X. “Your legacy lives on, champ.”


Foreman, who grew up in Houston, Texas, won the gold medal in the heavyweight division at the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City and turned pro the following year. In 1973, he captured the heavyweight title against Joe Frazier, having done so with an undefeated record.


Foreman unsuccessfully defended his title against Muhammad Ali in 1974’s famous “Rumble in the Jungle” and retired for the first time in 1977.

He returned to the sport after 10 years and became the sport’s oldest heavyweight champion at 45 years old in 1994. Foreman hung up the gloves for the final time in 1997 and was soon inducted into the World Boxing Hall of Fame and the International Boxing Hall of Fame.


After his retirement, Foreman was a boxing analyst for HBO for several years, and as a businessman launched the George Foreman Grill, selling over 100 million units.


“We are grateful for the outpouring of love and prayers, and kindly ask for privacy as we honor the extraordinary life of a man we were blessed to call our own,” the family said.

Heavyweight Boxing Champ George Foreman Dead at 76

[misskit]

[beachbound]

Very sad. One of the greats , from the best era of heavyweight boxing. Difficult not to like him, especially later in his career.
RIP, Big George.

[david44]

Very sad. One of the greats , from the best era of heavyweight boxing. Difficult not to like him, especially later in his career.
RIP, Big George.

Indeed, but will he be buried or "Grilled"?

[Neverna]

^? Did he die?

I hope not. He's one of my favourite Thai musicians, and he's only 57.

Wiki says he's still alive. Pongsit Kamphee - Wikipedia

[beachbound]

will he be buried or "Grilled"?

That’s really in poor taste.

[harrybarracuda]

That’s really in poor taste.

Yes, he deserves a roasting for that.

[Salsa dancer]

I wonder which way some of these people will be going...up, or down ?

[harrybarracuda]

Andy Peebles, the former BBC Radio 1 DJ and Top of the Pops host, has died aged 76, his family confirms.




Peebles presented on Radio 1 from 1978 to 1992 and was notable for being one of the last people to interview John Lennon prior to his death in December 1980, chatting with the former Beatle just two days before he was shot and killed in New York City.
In an interview with CBS, he noted how terrified he was for the occasion, saying, “I don’t think I’ve ever been so nervous in my life. I’d grown-up not just idolising him but the group and everything they’d done.” He would remain close friends with Lennon’s wife, Yoko Ono, and interviewed her for a second time in 1983 in Tokyo.
The DJ presented the iconic BBC music chart television programme Top of the Pops, having become a regular host of the show in 1979, appearing alongside many of his Radio 1 colleagues, such as Steve Wright and Tony Blackburn.
Peebles began his career in the 1960s as a nightclub DJ before making a transition to broadcasting, landing a job at BBC Radio Manchester in 1973, and becoming a co-founder of Piccadilly Radio in 1974 where he began presenting his Soul Train show.
Former colleague Mike Read has paid tribute to Peebles, stating that he was “devastated” to hear of his friend’s passing, and commented on his love of music and cricket, saying: “Raise your bat & enjoy a long rest in the pavilion.”
Tony Blackburn has also expressed his sorrow, calling Peebles “a lovely man and a great broadcaster.”

Andy Peebles, former Radio 1 DJ, dead at 76

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Eric Carmen, the saddest man in pop, 74

[harrybarracuda]

Richard Chamberlain, TV’s Dr. Kildare, ‘Shogun,’ ‘Thorn Birds’ Star, Dies at 90



Richard Chamberlain Dead: Star of Dr. Kildare, Shogun, Thorn Birds Was 90

[CalEden]

One would assume a suicide pact or murder suicide.

Very sad.

One of the greats.

Add to the list Mississippi Burning.

His wife died first of Hantavirus. Hackman lived a period time with his dead wife. Hackman suffering from Altheimer's and heart disease succumbed from his ailments after his wife's death.

[harrybarracuda]

His wife died first of Hantavirus. Hackman lived a period time with his dead wife. Hackman suffering from Altheimer's and heart disease succumbed from his ailments after his wife's death.

Yes, we know, that's weeks old.

Tragic that they had no-one checking in on them.

Even the poor dog died of dehydration.