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obituaries

James Earl Jones: A Life In 13 Performances

From the second-ever episode of 'Sesame Street' to the Broadway stage, here are 13 performances that show the range and brilliance of James Earl Jones.
By Michael Duquette
Three people huddle around historical document

The Philanthropic Legacy of Collector Dorothy Tapper Goldman

Goldman made headlines in 2021 when she sold a copy of the U.S. Constitution for a record-breaking $43.2 million to billionaire Ken Griffin.
By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
Older white man with gray beard wearing blue sweater

Sam Zell’s Saltiest Moments, as Chronicled by Observer

Spoiler: 'We’ve reached the Darwinian point.'
By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly

Queen Elizabeth II, the Longest-Reigning British Monarch, Has Died at 96

By Morgan Halberg

Abstract Pioneer Carmen Herrera Has Died in Manhattan at Age 106

By Helen Holmes

Saying Goodbye to the Stars Who Left Us in 2021

By Rex Reed

Stephen Sondheim (1930–2021): Master of the Modern Musical

By David Cote

Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, Has Died at 99

By Morgan Halberg

Jack Welch, Former GE CEO and ‘Manager of the Century,’ Dies at 84

By Sissi Cao

Katherine Johnson, NASA Scientist Portrayed in ‘Hidden Figures,’ Dies at 101

By Sissi Cao

Gloria Vanderbilt, the Original Influencer, Has Died at Age 95

By Helen Holmes
Prince's death

Navigating Pop Culture’s Eulogy-Industrial Complex

By Luke Ottenhof
2018 was a horrible year for tearful goodbyes.

In Memoriam: Rex Reed Says Goodbye to the Biggest Stars of 2018

By Rex Reed

How Sister Wendy Observed ‘Controversial’ Art Through a Progressive Lens

By Mary von Aue
Bernardo Bertolucci, Nicolas Roeg and Ricky Jay.

Bernardo Bertolucci, Nicolas Roeg, Ricky Jay and the Problem With Obituaries

By Film Crit Hulk
Margalit Fox

Outgoing NY Times Obit Writer Margalit Fox Talks Her Career and ‘Suicide by Jaguar’

By John Bonazzo
Mark Calling Dead of Apparent Suicide

‘Glee’ Star Mark Salling Dies of Apparent Suicide

By Emily Cegielski
Former Gov. Brendan Byrne.

Former NJ Governor Brendan Byrne Passes Away at 93

By Alyana Alfaro
Martin Roth, former director of the V&A.

Former Victoria and Albert Museum Director Martin Roth Dead at 62

By Alanna Martinez
2. Pepe plays Nicki Minaj in her booty pic On December 18, 2014, Pepe starred as Nicki Minaj in the rapper's own Instagram post. In the meme, Pepe is depicting Minaj bent over with her booty in the air as part of an attempt to gain more followers.

The 5 Biggest Roles of Pepe the Frog, Who Croaked This Past Weekend

By Sage Lazzaro
Sib Hashian

How Sib Hashian and Boston Taught Me to Love Rock ‘N’ Roll Without Irony

By Tim Sommer
Justin Timberlake and Jonathan Demme during the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival

Director Jonathan Demme, Master of All Genres, Dies at 73

By Bryn Gelbart
James Rosenquist poses on May 12, 2004 in front of his painting 'Elect President'.

Pop Artist James Rosenquist Dies at 83

By Alanna Martinez
Actor Bill Paxton arrives at HBO's 'Big Love' Season 5 premiere at Directors Guild of America on January 12, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by )

Actor Bill Paxton’s Family Art Collection Goes on Display at Nevada Museum

By Alanna Martinez
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