Actor Darren McGiven best know as Kolchack The Night Stalker.
Black, lesbian sf writer Octavia Butler.
Damn... it's McGaven, not McGiven... (still, not the worse mistake you can make on an obit)
McGavin was also in Raw Deal, which has my all time favourite Arnholt quote in.
Which is?
"You should not drink and bake!"
Octavia Butler was a NW local. I've never actually read any of her stuff though.
This one hot of the presses. Well, News24: Dennis Weaver RIP.
I reckon Kolchak was done in by vampires. You can't prove it's not true!
Not if you're Kolchak - poor stiff never got the scoop.
You've missed a prime opportunity for a McCloud pun there, RAC.
After you, sir...
Thats really sad about Denis Weaver. Always had a soft spot for him that stems form my youth, when my dad christened the local nutjob who used to go around dressed as a cowboy( 6 guns and all) "Mc Cloud".
He was great in Duel.
A couple more names to add to this thread - Lou Gish died last week. She's probably most known for playing Jeffs boss/girlfriend in half a dozen episodes of Coupling. Linda Smith the 'nice' comedian from practically any Radio 4 comedy show died yesterday. Both from Cancer.
Oh, and it was my Birthday on Saturday.
Did you die? If not take it to another thread.
The "it was my boirthday
- days ago" thread... I like it. I think I might start one of those every day.
Gold.
I'm very disappointed with the quality of these RIP threads. While Gary callously dismisses Octavia Butler as "black, lesbian sf writer", here's how others have hailed her departure from this mortal coil:
"Today I say a silent prayer that she may travel well wherever the next stage of her great adventure takes her."
That was Steven Savile, by the way, he of the imminent Slaine novel and the Marenghi-tastic website.
I have a feeling Stevie might become an unwitting star on this board.
I think all other sites on the internet just became obsolete.
Dear Boddah In Heaven! The man has made pimping his own work into an artform! Have you seen his Vampire Street Team? Unbelievable.
And whilst it really is a case of Kettle and Pot here's his fat and fatuous face.
Link: Steven Savile and his Vampire Buddies.
Is that the "hey, lowly prole, here's your chance to help me - yes, ME!!! - spread the word about me and how great I am! Bow down before me and give praise for how lucky I have allowed you to be!" bit?
He's a delight to watch in action on the Black Library board. Guaranteed to turn any thread he's on into a discussion about him and his work.
Yep. I like the way he suggests flyposting in his honour. It's worth remembering that by that action alone he could be done for inciting a crime.
I know this isn't exactly sf related, but it's saddening all the same....
Linda Smith passed away yesterday.
ote the use of an "Ellis Angle" in the photograph - probably hiding a double chin.
"Probably"? I don't think there's any probably about it ;-)
I quite liked the bit about his debut novel - that would be the vanity-published debut novel with a run of only 250 copies.
Mind you, the Slaine novel should make interesting reading. Here's guessing we'll see one or more of the following:
-- Celtic vampires, possibly painstakingly researched, but likely to be just as tedious as most vampires written by fat, pretentious tossers
-- Absolutely no humour whatsoever
-- An even more dull, self-important Slaine than in the Books of Invasions
-- A shoutout to the Barbarian Street Team for doing all the marketing and legwork that the author/publisher should have done themselves
No probably about it. He does look a lot like Ellis going to a fancy dress contest as D'israeli, doesn't he?
So, be honest, anyone want to join me and sign up with the Vampire Street Team? It'll be like the Airfix Modeller's Club - only better! You get a free Steven Savile bookmark, and everything!
Like the man himself says, "It's your chance to make a difference."
Is'nt it about time you had your own 'team' Gordon? You could call it the Jason Giants or something....
I'm signed up and raring to go. Raring I tells you.
>He does look a lot like Ellis going to a fancy dress contest as D'israeli, doesn't he?
Or a long lost Mitchell brother. Or a balder version of me with more piggy eyes.
Or how you'd imagine the writer who thought up the Mitchels would look.
I notice he's won 'Writers of the Future'... that's the Scientology sponsered thing no normal person would touch with a ten foot pole.
I saw a copy of it in a local bookshop, it just looked like a fairly innocent short story compilation to me.
(oh, and I picked up THE BEAST by Peter Benchly for 25c. He's DEAD you know...)
The Beast? Pah, you want to get your mitts on White Shark - beware the Nazi shark supersoldier!
White Shark rocks... and I've read the Beast three times (never read Jaws oddly enough). I would really recommend Lush (Rummies in yankland) if you ever see it
Hey, this is some shop where you plonk your cash in a jar and take your item - it's not Amazon you know.
I read Jaws only after years of watching the movie. Quite pleasantly surprised by it, though needless to say a certain scene near the end between a couple of the main characters had me going "WTF?". IIRC, it was inserted at the request of the publisher & it sticks out like a sore thumb.
Brokeback Schooner!
"I notice he's won 'Writers of the Future'... that's the Scientology sponsered thing no normal person would touch with a ten foot pole."
Hahahaha. This just gets better and better.
PECIAL STREET TEAM PRIZE
For the person who provides the best picture evidence of their efforts to terrorize the world with von Carsteins there will be a nifty little prize.
I have had 10 numbered and unique mugs made, with art work, signed by me - collectors items.
Best picture to prove your dedication wins one of these.
So what are you waiting for?
What can YOU get out of joining the Vampire Street Team?
*Rewards include unpublished stories that will ONLY be available to Street Team members, badges, bookmarks, and other free merchandise.
What do YOU have to do to earn these unique rewards?
* Call in to your local bookstore/game store and suggest they set up a signing session or reading
* Bring friends to the signing sessions & readings when they are in your town
* Convincing friends and people you believe might enjoy the books to buy them
* Put the books face out in your local bookstores so people can see them
* Put up posters in your city centre that you can download from the e-free section of the website
* Post to science fiction, fantasy and horror forums and related message boards online to get a buzz going
* Including links to this website as well as to Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other online bookstores in the signature section of your emails
* Encourage people in your local Roleplaying and Warhammer clubs to visit the website, join the mailing list and even join the street team
* Just about anything else you can think of to get the name of the book out there and promote sales
Go, Vampire Street Team! You could have all sorts of whacky adventures along the way! Eventually being turned into a Cartoon Network series!!!
You see, Gary - I told you that goth kids who *really* think they're vampires read too much and listen to music too little. Why, I bet they read Steven Savile too.
It's like the Mooneys, isn't it?
Tell all your friends, harrass them into buying my books, pester lowly-paid people who work in bookshops, go down to your local wargames club and talk loudly about me until they ask you to leave.
It's a difficult choice (Just narrowly edging out the 'go into bookshops and turn my books face-out on the shelf' bit) , but I think I like this part the best:
"*Rewards include unpublished stories that will ONLY be available to Street Team members."
Translation: you get to read tat I haven't been able to sell to any publishers.
Now Don Knotts has joined in the fun!
:(
Link: Don Knotts dead
For me, the real low point comes when he entices his audience, presumably made up of people who "like" serial killers, with, um,
badges...
In 1979, Knotts replaced Norman Fell on "Three's Company," playing the would-be swinger landlord to John Ritter, Suzanne Somers and Joyce DeWitt.
...Three's company was the American version of Man About the House. Norman Fell played Stanley (not George) Roper over there.
* Put the books face out in your local bookstores so people can see them
I pass 3 bookstores on my way home. I think I'll nip into each and move all his books to another section. I might even pop into the library.
I hid all the copies of this book behind the Black Flame books in Manchesters Waterstones.
Oh, and the form letter he sent me when I joined the V.S.T. suggested going into bookshops and ordering a copy of the book but not collecting it so that they will eventually stick it on the shelves to sell.
I'm horrified.
...but which bookshops allow you to order books without making payment up front these days? I did it once but that was more than 10 years ago.
Oh lordy. This guy's a TREASURE. I wonder why he hasn't put this helpful sales-boosting hint up on his open website?
I also bought a copy of Cabals 1 today and deliberatley didn't follow his advice on how to make it sell. Pleasingly when I popped back in F.P. later there was only one copy left which probably sayss omething.
Piggy Mitchell writes -
First up - thanks for wanting to be a part of this team. We call it guerilla marketing - where folks do unexpected things to make products sell. There are some simple business truths about publishing that people don't know, including just how important the first two weeks of a book's shelflife are - so with Inheritance supposedly on the street NOW it is time for us to do some very basic stuff.
#1
I'm very curious as to how it's going in terms of getting into bookstores - the official release was Monday and yet play.com and amazon.co.uk both list it as awaiting delivery of stock so it didn't get to them in time for the release date.
My friends were in Belfast this week and Waterstones and Forbidden Planet didn't have their copies yet... my mother tried to get one in 3 stores in Newcastle... no joy.
This means that no sales are happening simply because no one has the book to sell.
You may remember me mentioning on the boards the trouble about Amazon putting in a very low order and not getting enough orders to force them to increase it - meaning that in those first few weeks it could be almost impossible to get ahold of the book? It seems like this is playing out and that with the exception of direct orders from Black Library no one is able to get the book.
This could potentially be a disaster - so there are things we need to do -
So, help me out folks, if you are in the UK drop by your local store and see if it is in. If they don't have it - ask them if they have it on order, if they do, great, if not, ask them to back order it. Don't worry about actually collecting it - back ordered books that go uncollected go on the shelf with normal stock. That way even the chains who wouldn't normally have it, will have the book in stock.
If they have some on the shelf - stick it somewhere prominent. Face out. Books sell when they are seen, not when they are tucked away in corners.
Please email me to let me know what things are like in your town -
#2
Word of mouth -
If you have read the book already, please talk it up to your friends. Go into your GW store and bug them about how great it is. If you are in a games club or roleplaying society recommend guys in the group check it out. Getting a buzz going is vital.
#3
well more to come - I have to go work on Slaine right now -
#4
SPECIAL STREET TEAM PRIZE
For the person who provides the best picture evidence of their efforts to terrorize the world with von Carsteins there will be a nifty little prize.
I have had 10 numbered and unique mugs made, with art work, signed by me - collectors items.
Best picture to prove your dedication wins one of these.
So what are you waiting for?
Steve
This is how I replied earlier today.
dear mr saville,
is it okay to call you that or should it be more vampireic like master?
i saw 5 copys of yuor book in waterstones in manchester today and turned them all to face the front like you said and when i bought mine i told the man how good id heard it was and later when i left my coat and hat in the cafe went back for another one because this is going 2 be a collectors item and wanted one to read one to keep i did the same again
im thinking of buying mum 1 for mothers day cause she reads and this would BLOW HER MIND cause everything youve written has had that affect on me
cheers
I await a response.
Is it just me or does he start by slagging off his publisher's distribution channels?
>'go into bookshops and turn my books face-out on the shelf'
But I've doing that with Gordon's books for years and he's never sent me any of the Friday The Thirteenth fan fic he promised me!
I'm surprised he's not done the sign all copies everywhere trick (he could get his minions to do it) as bookshops can't send signed copies back to the publisher
Ah! Cunning. That explains how I was delighted to find a signed copy of "Sheep" by Simon Maginn just sitting with the other paperbacks on the shelf when I was looking for a copy to buy for Deborah in 1994.
Steve replied to my e-mail.
By quoting things I'd written in this thread.
Rumbled.
I don't know if I should be delighted that you are talking about me in an RIP thread and I am not dead, amused by the hijack of the Street Team (which was pretty funny) or saddened by the presumption that the book will be cack just because I am a fat tosser. You might be surprised and actually like it. You might hate it. Odds are you will hate it because I have filled it with dialogue like:
'Look mutha, I goin' down the arrrrches to sort that bloke out.'
'Nah Slainie he ain't wurth it.'
'No one disses me, mutha. I'm gonna teach that fat an fatuous fokker a lesson wif ma axe.'
Just for you. I'll see if I can work in a self-obsessed celtic vampire just for you as well - that was a nice idea.
Thanks gents, you made my morning
S.
We should invite him to Shedcon.
'Look mutha, I goin' down the arrrrches to sort that bloke out.'
I like it! That'd be the Cornish gangsta pimp character, I presume?
Ahh but Art, the invite would only be so you can find out how fat I actually am, wouldn't it? Or to beat the crap out of me for being the tosser who ruined Slaine.
'who ruined Slaine'
I think you arrive a decade too late for that...
;)
the tosser who ruined Slaine.
I'm pleased to hear the accolade is still up for grabs... not that I'm calling anybody a tosser but, you know...
;-)
You mean you didn't like the Book of Invasions?
But I have based EVERYTHING on that!
-- side bar -- forgive the indulgence. I mentioned it in an email to my infiltraitor -- I work on flat fee so if a book only sells one copy I still get the same amount of cash. Yes, I talk about myself on the BL boards -- I was asked to be a regular by the editors and for a year had nothing to talk about but myself, tis bloody difficult to do much else. I'm writing Slaine because I loved it in when I was growing up and it was SUCH an honour when they came and asked me. Last thing I want to do is really bugger it up. You know, that's like travelling back in time to get your wicked way with the hot girl in the class then getting sticky before you actually get to the fumbling.
-- other side note -- Lou Gish died? Damn she was fun as Jeff's girlfriend...handcuffed to the bed and all that.
We should invite him to Shedcon.
How easily you've forgotten what happened after you invited The Sheard...
This time it will be different!
Oh wait...
I was right, wasn't I? You want to tar and feather the fat boy!
heh. Actually I think we inadvertantly hit him with some kind of ring-like death curse.
MAX - icon for our guest, please!
Full kudos to you, Steve, for turning up to the party. I still reckon Guerilla Vampire Club's a naff idea, though.
Of course when Pat Mills, Fatty Ellis or James Harries turn up we're all in trouble.
Or Zombie Sheard.
Love the icon - and you are quite right, it is a naff idea BUT hey without it I wouldn't have found you guys!
WHITE HOUSE BREAKFAST
Dick Cheney and George W. Bush were having breakfast at the White House.
The attractive waitress asks Cheney what he would like; and he replies,
"I'd like a bowl of oatmeal and some fruit."
"And what can I get for you, Mr. President?"
George W. replies with his trademark wink and slight grin, "How about a
quickie this morning?"
"Why, Mr. President!" the waitress exclaims "How rude! You're starting
to act like Mr. Clinton, and you've only been in your second term of
office for a year! ''
As the waitress storms away, Cheney leans over to Bush and
whispers..."It's pronounced 'quiche' "
Are you really Ross Kemp's mum?
Got the child bearing hips and the bald spot to prove it!
This is great- and it's not even my fault for once!
Isn't it kind of tatseless to post a lame joke from a forwarded email to an obituary thread?
>saddened by the presumption that the book will be cack just because I am a fat tosser.
No I think the presumtion that the book will be cack is based on other assumptions.
I apologise Art - I would remove it but I can't. I was hoping to inject some levity into the butt-kicking you boys had sent my way. I thought it was pretty amusing in terms of lame-forwarded jokes. I hadn't heard it. So yes, perhaps a mod if you have one here can cull it so the thread can be more respectful -
and maybe move the stuff about me to a non-RIP thread as well as none of that is even remotely tasteful, guys.
Please copy the following into the
database chat room/icon piggy
Max
and maybe move the stuff about me to a non-RIP thread as well as none of that is even remotely tasteful, guys.
No, but it's a lot funnier.
So Steven what are you plans for Slaine? Can you give us any hints?
Art - true. I'll give you that.
Quirkafleeg - it's a three book series at the moment, the first one covering Slaine from his entry into the Red Branch through his exile to meeting Ukko and making the decision to return home.
A lot of it is based on Warrior's Dawn episodes, including strips like Sky Chariots, Bride of Crom etc, though certain changes have been made primarily to improve the narrative flow of the book. To that extent it's being described as a re-imagining.
Comics work in a different way to novels in that regard. I'm doing me very best to be faithful to the humour of Slaine and Ukko while writing a story that folks unfamiliar with 2000AD will actually be able to enjoy.
On the plus side I've been given a higher 'rating' for the book meaning it isn't targeted at the 13-17 year old readership of Black Library but is actually aimed at a more mature audience.
I can't say much because I'm on an NDA obviously, but my genuine hope is that I'll do the book justice. I do have a sense of humour - and am not a goth boy. Heck, my first 13 books which are floating around on Amazon etc were Star Wars Media Tie Ins - to an extent you follow the work, but sometimes an opportunity arises where you actually get to work with something you loved when you were getting into the whole writing/sf gig.
In terms of style - it opens setting the scene for folk new to Slaine, dealing with setting up Murias and Grudnew and the Red Branch, who Danu is, what the Horned God is all about, and then, from his exile becomes the more traditional Slaine we know and love - bloody & darkly funny.
How about this - keep your current low expectations when you go in, and hopefully you'll come out pleasantly surprised?
It's due on Halloween.
We'll all know about its relative merits/flaws soon enough, methinks.
-- Max - thanks for the icon. Now I feel more at home!
I thought Pat M had ring fenced all attempts at Slaine?
Shirley Shomhuff
Shirley - I have no idea about that. I know that he sold the license to Black Flame and they commissioned me with a street date of Oct 31. Anything else I couldn't tell you.
I thought Pat M had ring fenced all attempts at Slaine?Mr Rennie started the whole sorry saga with his surprise revelation on this thread:
Link: It'll Never Happen
Wait - so that means it was all 54 Jones' fault after all!
I thought Pat M had ring fenced all attempts at Slaine?Which, for any newcomers still not familiar with Mr Mills attitude to interlopers on his patch, came not long after someone had exhumed the festering corpse of this one (if you're short on time, skip to Pat's letter then imagine a heavily polarised debate lasting three years.)
Link: Bah I'm off to France
Wow that really is some insightful stuff - no idea I had walked into the middle of such a shitstorm.
Oh - and lots of my writing credits appear under Steve Savile, not Steven, which Amazon doesn't seem to like, Mr. Rennie.
I never read Octavia Butler. Was she any good?
Kindred was excellent.
Another death in the news. The tragic demise of one time child star who smoke and drank too much.
Link: Oliver! star Jack Wild
Bah, was just going to post that...
"He suffered from mouth cancer after years of heavy drinking and smoking and had his voice box and tongue removed- and was unable to speak, drink or eat after having surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. He had to communicate through his wife and his meals were delivered in liquid form via a tube that went straight into his stomach."
Fucking Hell- I think I'd rather not survive in the first place than go through that for five years...
That's so dad. I've watched every episode of HR Pufnstuf more times than I can count.
Following the recent death of child star Jack Wild, police say a man is helping them with their enquiries
Behold! The obsidian bowl! And beside it the pedestal of woe!
Gone from the world: Baseball legend Kirby Puckett...
(Ok, I never heard of him before, but it's a pretty cool name)
Christopher Reeve's widow has just died, at 43, from lung cancer. She was a life-long non-smoker.
Oh and John Junkin has gone too - thought only RediculousXName will be bothered by that
What abot panel show regular John Junkin? After linda Smith Paul Merton must be shitting himself!
Link: To The Junk Yard
"We should invite him to Shedcon."
Art, that's mean. The last celeb you jokingly invited wound up dead.
Whos the deceased dude who direct Shaft and other flicks?
Gordon Parks 1912 - 2006
Damn straight!
Shut you face.
> Gordon Parks 1912 - 2006
Wills will be wearing black for a year!
Better that then those purple tights...
;)
Patrick Moore. Not gone yet, just getting in first.
Messageboard Dead Pool, anyone? I'm game.
Pete Doherty.
Dead Pool? Not really a celeb but I'll take a stab at Ian Brady.
I think we should have to make two choices. So far we've chosen an elderly man in hospital, a druggie, and an old man who's been on hunger strike for years. We should have to pick two people, an obvious one and one that would be a surprise. So I'm picking Patrick Moore and Ross Kemp. When's the...erm...deadline?
we had a little sweep stake in my local. The winner was whoever got closest to the date that Ken Bigley's mum turned her toes up following the news of his death. Anyone know if she's still about, the put was about 20 quid i think !
Pete Doherty and Vernon Kaye.
Because hope springs eternal.
Right ho. Clive James (saw him on TV last night and he looks ill) and Alex Ferguson (cos surely the red nosed twat has gotta go soon)
Prince Phillip for me, ta.
Ian Brady & Chris Evans.
Mick the Dig from Time Team. I can't wait for the be-hatted West Country twat to have a coronary while shovelling yet another sod of earth from yet another trench, live on air hopefully.
Well, if we're extending it to people we actively hope are going to die soon....Hold on, while I get that 15 giga-meg Word document booted up...
Dolly Parton or John Cleese.
Bush, from a heart attack brought on by drug abuse, in the middle of a sexual act of the gay variety, just after he was filmed urinating on the Bible.
All the members of the Royal Family with the exception of the Queen. Gawd bless 'er.
Nicholas Parsons.
When was John Junkin in EastEnders, appearing alongside Perry Fenwick? I must have missed that. Who did he play? I suppose sooner or later everyone who's every appeared on television will have to appear at some time or other as a character in EastEnders.
Robbie Williams
Are you seriously suggesting that John Junkin played Robbie Williams in Eastenders?
Junkin was the bloke who abused Billy in the childrens home, when they were turning him from weasely bully to likeable loser. Everyone else liked him but Billy was mean to him. Was when he was living with Janine and before he got together with Little Mo.
That long ago! Right; thanks.
think I'll plump for Ming the Meaningless..no wait thats too easy..
anita dobson.. in a ballooning mishap
Fool Brunt!
Williams is on my dead pool, nothing personal, I can just see it happening, the nation in morning, and Robbie reaching cult (Elvis/Lennon) status.
Robbie reaching cult (Elvis/Lennon) status
I think you may have mistyped there, UKD... ;-)
Yeah, I think what you were looking for rhymed with...er...Brunt
Stoke will become the new pilgramage for William's impersenators the world over!
Profumo.
Slobodan Milosevic
Sean Connery will probably go soon too.
Charlie Hodge died last week.
Link: Charlie Hodge RIP
Um... one hesitates to ask, Your Lordship Rac, but do you routinely monitor developments on elvispresleynews.com?
uh-huh-huh.
Heh.
That, and any emo poetry sites I may find.
Thankyouverymuch.
Humphrey, The Downing Street Cat...
You have to wonder if he overheard something he shouldn't have.
Lynn Perrie, now as much remembered for her behaviour post Ivy Tyldsley and the reasons for her sacking but she was for a long time a big part of Corrie, and when it was at it's peak too. And there's Kes too.
I mean she was in it, not that Kes has died.
Though he prolly has.
He'd be ancient if for a Kesy if he were still going.
We'd have heard, surely?
I wonder if Vera will see her ghost again...?
Who, Kes?
Richard Fleischer, Director
Stanislaw Lem. 1921-2006.
Easily one of the best and most original science fiction writers of the last century. He was known mainly for Solaris, but The Futurological Congress is really worth checking out as well.
Caspar Weinberger.
Crazy name, dead guy.
Gene Pitney
Gene Pitney
Something's gotten hold of his heart..
The icy grip of death
Link: Gene Pitney is dead
oops-didnt see your post quirkafleeg
I want that jacket marc Almond's wearing
i had one in black but made the mistake of lending it to a crusty mate of mine
dear god , the smell
But i digress..RIP gene
My Dad.
really Rio?
I'm sorry to hear that
Commiserations Rio.
Aye really. After a long (seven years) fight against cancer Ron, my Dad, died last week on the 27th March. The funeral was yesterday and as you can imagine was pretty emotional.
Don't normally like posting messages like this but I thought it would be nice if he was somehow remembered on the RIP thread.
Very sorry to hear your sad news.
Awww Rio, sorry to hear that, man.
Rio: sorry to hear your news.
Bolt-01
My condolences, Rio.
Sorry for you loss Rio - I hope your Dad would have appreciated the gallows humour sometimes employed in this thread.
Todays passers on include Gene Pitney, who alas will never make it to Tulsa. Unless he went and didn't send me a postcard..
Link: Someone's Gotten Hold Od His Everything
Dredd's Ultimate Foe, RIP
Link: Ho Ho Ho
Condolences Rio, hope things are getting better for you.
Another to add to the list, probably of little interest to non Evertonians or football historians but Brian Labone has completed his final transfer.
Link: True blue
Dredd's Ultimate Foe, RIP
I thought this might be Stallone for a moment...
K9...
Wait, no, my mistake.
:)
Freddy from Freddy and the Dreamers... doing that kicky-leg dance on a cloud right now.
Director of The Quatermass Xperiment, Quatermass 2 and the original Casino Royale...
Val Guest: 11th December 1911 - 10th May 2006
You're slipping, Gary.
"Me ears are alight"
ah dear- saw him perform last year
he was great
Alex Toth.
Aww no.
Possibly best known for...
Aw no. :( The man made *inking* a fucking artform, he was that good at it. *Always* rated him as one of the greats alongside Eisner.
fuck:(
From what I can gather, he died sat at his drawing board. :(
Paul Gleason, better known as the principal from 'The Breakfast Club' and Clarence Beeks from 'Trading Places' who ended up getting raped by a gorilla. Which isn't nice.
From tothfans website:
"Hello.
I am Alex's oldest son Eric. I meant to be the one to let everyone know that my father did pass away this morning drawing/writing at his table. I do not have any further details other than I will forward an address for those interested in sending cards. We will arrange something appropriate at or around the convention this summer in San Diego. As John shared, all of your cards and letters of the recent past were very much appreciated by my father. Only in these last years did he begin to understand and accept the fact that his work had touched so many people's lives. In time, more information will follow.
Thank you.
Eric and family."
Link: Toth forums
Billy Preston, who played and co-wrote 'melody' one of the best Rolling Stones songs ever
Link: Billy Preston
Arthur Widmer... inventer of the Bluescreen special effect
Gyorgy Ligeti, genius composer who you've probably not heard of, but you have heard his music in 2001: A Space Odyssey.
No, I have heard of him! There was a brilliant doc about him a few years back...
One really good bit I remember is he pointed out the score for the choral piece in 2001 (Atmospheres?) has a special marks on hudge stretches of it that meant 'Yeah, I know this is basically impossible to sing but do your best'
Floyd Patterson, the man I was named after.
Link: The Gentleman of Boxing
Artist Tim Hildebrandt who, with his brother did a ton of illustration work for Star Wars and Tolkien and other books, posters, calendars etc
Link: http://www.comicon.com/thebeat/2006/06/tim_hildebr
sorry, that's a bit big... the linked website ob resized it.
It's a great poster but was it done before they cast the film?
ADE
IIRC, yes - it was.
I used to love that picture and was always trying to draw Luke Skywalker in the same pose. I think that some of the old bubblegum cards made the same picture if you put them together- but I might be misremembering that.
Television producer Aaron Spelling's been written out of the series.
In keeping with some of his shows maybe he'll re-appear next year as the identical twin brother no-one knew he had.
Link: Final credits
A really rather good obituary for Alex Toth in the Grauniad yesterday.
Link: Obit
Jim Baen. US sf editor and publisher
Link: obit
Lennie Weinrib. Writer and performer of H.R. Pufnstuf.
'Fiery' Fred Truman - Yorkshire and England cricketer
Ken Lay.
June Allyson Dies
Actress who played 'perfect wife' of Golden Age movie heroes dies at 88
Link: http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,202868,00.html
Syd Barrett.
No news link yet but it was on 6music just
Bolt-01
shame
Syd's just been mentioned on BBC website also.
This is a sad, sad day...
RIP Syd
apparently Syd died on the 7th July. The announcement was today tho. Shine on you crazy diamond........RIP
Alex Toth!! dead!
Man I gotta get my head outta the sand..
Very very sad. One of the greatest of them all.
Shine on Syd.
Damn, Syd's dead! He did a nice version of the Joyce poem 'goldenhair' on one of his solo albums. I have a sudden urge to listen to everything that Pink Floyd ever did
Can't believe I've just found out that Syd Barrett has died.
I love those early pink floyd albums, and the Syd Barrett solo stuff contains some really beautiful and fragile songs.
Off for a rather sad play-a-thon...
Barnard Hughes, who played Mr Merlin and Grandpa in The Lost Boys.
Mr Merlin.... I used to watch some crap when I was a kid.
Never realised he was the guy in Lost Boys though.
I've had a rather sad Floyd-a-thon now.
Damn that Syd was a talent.
Red Buttons
Peter Hawkins - the voice of the original Daleks, Cybermen he also did a load of other voice over work including The Flowerpot Men, Captain Pugwash and Zippy off Rainbow.
Roy Skelton was zippy. Peter was Bungle, surely?
Gerald James dies in June, aged 88. Garald played Tully in the second Saphire and Steel story, the dignified, tragic ghosthunter in the railway station story.
The irreplaceable Tom Weir, of Weir's Way fame.
my grandma
Sorry to hear that Max.
thats sad, my condolances max
Really sorry to hear that, Max. Best wishes to you and your family.
Condolences to you and yours Max.
Dave
well really the state she was in before she went it was good news. she was not in good shape at all
I'm surprised none of the headlines on Google News were not 'Breast in Peace'
Mickey Spillane
Link: Yahoo! obit...
Robert Brooks, chairman of Hooters.
"thanks for the mammaries"
wow - Spillane wrote Batman and the SubMariner stories. I wonder if he was any good?
as long as he kept to the core concept
sorry to hear that.
He appeared in "Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce Go!"
Sounds GREAT!
He was the voice of AKU in Samurai Jack!
Bolt-01
Isn't reporting deaths of people you've never even heard of a new low, even for you, Gary?
I'm just waiting for someone to start firing up scans of their local obits column...
;-)
Right I'll spell it out... I could not place him when I saw the name but when I looked him up I realised I'd see his face in loads of things over the years...
Happy now?
Fools! The mighty Mako was in Conan the Destroyer. Sadly, I actually remembered that.
Robert Cornthwaite
Link: Keep watching the skies
Jimmy Tarbuck.... London Paladium, August 1974.
;-)
Ed
He was conans weird little wizard mate, you must remember that.
...as Timson pointed out. Bah.
He was in both films, BTW.
Ah, sorry to see Mako go.
Loved him in Conan, surprised to see from IMDB that he's been in seemingly every fun/shit American TV show ever made. The Episode of Monk, Mr Monk vs.The Cobra sounds good.
Jessie Gilbert, 19 year chess prodigy who, apparently, sleep-walked out of an eighth story hotel window...
(David told me to post it...)
Link: Rising queen makes wrong move or something
off topic- on 2000ad...
from the link above:
British Chess Magazine editor John Saunders said her death had left all her fellow chess players in shock.
That's not THE John Saunders (2000ad video), who used to publish(?) 2000ad is it?
Sorry if this has already been mentioned but...
Legendary letterer Tom Frame has died aged 75.
TOM FRAME 1931-2006
Damn. Love have been touring incessantly since he got out of jail a few years ago and every time I'd think "Oh well, they'll be back again soon." I'll never see them now.
David Maloney, director of some of Who's scariest tales between 1968 and 1977. He also worked on Blake's 7, produced the BBC's famous 1981 adaptation of John Wyndham's novel The Day of the Triffids and series 4 of When the Boat Comes In. In addition, Maloney directed several episodes of Juliet Bravo and Strike It Rich!
He died on 18 July 2006 at the Marie Curie Hospice, Hampstead. He is survived by his wife, Edwina and children, Paul, Matthew and Sophia.
The Rescue (as a production assistant), The Mind Robber, The Krotons, The War Games, Frontier in Space, Planet of the Daleks, Genesis of the Daleks, The Deadly Assassin, and (a personal favourite) The Talons of Weng-Chiang
Link: When the Boat Goes Out ...
Bruno Kirby, 57, who played Billy Crystal's best friend in When Harry Met Sally and City Slickers, has died of complications related to leukaemia. He also appeared in The Godfather Part Two and Good Morning, Vietnam.
Link: Bye bye Bruno ...
If my dodgy memory serves me correctly, he was also the Sinatra-obsessed limo driver in This is Spinal Tap.
Just read that Patrick Allen (narrator on The Black Adder, voiceover man on The Smell of Reeves and Mortimer and most recently did the ads for E4) died on the 28th July.
I meant to post that too. He was the voice of 'Protect and Survive'.
Joseph Stefano... screenwriter of Psycho and several episodes of The Outer Limits
Don Chipp, founder of the Australian Democrats. His motto was 'keep the bastards honest'. He failed in this ambition, but is still respected. The party he founded fell apart after revelations that yoof politician Natasha 'look I'm young cool and wear Dr Martens boots' Scott-Despoja had been having an affair with the Australian Foreign Minister.
oh and as Minister for Censorship,he was the first to allow Playboy and some bloody awful Henry Miller novels to be sold here.
"I meant to post that too. He was the voice of 'Protect and Survive'."
Didn't work for him.
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You say that but he didn't die in a nuclear holocaust, did he?
Charlie Williams
Link: Me old flower.
Yikes, Steve Irwin, by a stingray and not a croc. A sad day indeed.
Hi Pete,
Literally just read this on the bbc website. What a shitty start to the week.....gutted.
Mark
Jeez, I thought you were joking or posting something irrelevent, but Steve Irwin has infact but done in by a stingray.
Damn somebody beat me to posting.
They were talking abaout him on the radio as I was driven in to town to lodge my unemployment benfits and I wasn't really listening. Not until I read it on the optus news page as I logged on here.
Stung through the heart by a sting ray while diving off Port Douglas. Apparently he was filming a documentry at the time.
Well, I guess he died doing something he loved.
Steve Irwin, sad news indeed, but really, it was only a matter of time before his 'zany' antics got the better of him.
My mate just moved to OZ and Irwin is a national hero over there (was a national hero), with a zoo dedicated to endangered species etc... A loss to science and madness.
Listen up kids, don't play with wild animals!.
I was fairly certain that most of the 'danger danger ' stuff was staged...
So it's a bit ironic he's been killed by something out of the blue like this. Still it's a shame as he seemed like a decent bloke and it's a nightmare for his wife and kids
Peter Brock ( A well known racing car identity.) has died today from injuries resulting from a terribly misjudged left hand turn. He hit a tree.
1945-2006
God bless the deceased of 9/11!
RIP one and all...
All of them...
Link: 9 11 1973
R?my Belvaux, director of Man Bites Dog
John McClusky, the original artist on the James Bond newspaper strip from 1958-62 & 1964-66, passed away last week.
Link: John McClusky
Raymond Baxter. Tomorrows World. Yesterdays Presenter. Todays R.I.P. threader.
Link: On the line...Dr Bernard.
Should someone take a body count here and divide it by the number of days this thread has been running? Then we'll know how often we have to wait between celebrity deaths.
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Composer Malcolm Arnold (Bridge on the River Kwai, Hobson's Choice).
Bin Laden. Possibly. Hopefully.
BBC's Top Gear. Allegedly.
Tetsuro Tamba - Tiger Tanaka in You Only Live Twice
... and Big Boy
Link: A Nation Mourns
Iva Toguri aka 'Tokyo Rose'
Link: Her story... not what I expected.
Rather bizarre case of 'reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated':
The media reported that the co-writer of the song Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini had died.
But he hasn't.
Turns out the guy who did die had always told his wife that
he had co-written the song but sold the rights away. His widow then told the media, who ran it across the world ...
Paul Van Valkenburgh, of Ormond Beach, Florida, said he claimed to have written the song as Paul Vance.
Rose Leroux said she had had no reason to doubt her late husband's claim to fame and was "devastated".
The real Paul Vance, of Coral Springs, Florida, said the phones "don't stop with people calling thinking I'm dead".Link: What a way to find out your husband's a liar
Sorry, that's meant to have read The widow of Paul Van Valkenburgh, of Ormond Beach, Florida, said he claimed to have written the song as Paul Vance.
The world Hokey Cokey champion died last week. It took them 3 hours to get him into the coffin.
(C) Barry Cryer 1981
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Tom Bell.
Great character actor - Prime Suspect, Jack The Hat in Yhe Krays etc
Surprised and sad.
Really saddened to hear that last night. Tom Bell was one of the first actors names I remember recognising. always gave a good performance.
Bolt-01
"Tom Bell was one of the first actors names I remember recognising. always gave a good performance. "
Odd that - me too.
I think it was OUT that I first saw/remebered him from.
"Tom Bell is OUT!" - that was your catchphrase.
Now you are out of this world.
E J Thribb.
I had to look up Tom Bell on IMDB to see if he was who I thought he was. I had to back as far as The Magic Toyshop (1987) for confirmation, as I'm not really familiar with his work since.
I appreciated the E.J. Thribb "in memoriam" tribute. No idea what OUT is though.
He was great at playing a really nasty character... so much so I was practically cheering on Kemp to stab him up in The Krays ('I'm not facking bald!')
I remember having my fingers crossed, hoping that they might cast Tom Bell as the Master for the Doctor Who TV movie in 1996. Oh, well...
He was good in The L-Shaped Room as well, and if memory serves he played a Nazi in one of those Young Indiana Jones programmes written by Frank Darabont.
It's funny, but I only saw him recently and thought to myself how ill he looked at the time.
A canny little actor, Tom Bell.
The (British) Children's TV industry.
Link: Save kids TV
Lucille Hewitt.
Paul Hunter, Snooker player - he was only 27!
Link: Paul Hunter
That was pretty shocking... I didn't know he was ill.
Blimey! That'll be the splash on the YEP today ...
Incidentally and in entirely bad taste, when reading John Parrot's tribute to Hunter, the voice in my head sounded like the snooker commentators from The Mitchell and Webb Look.
"Paul certainly brought a touch of glamour to the game - they called him 'the Beckham of the baize'," Parrott told BBC Five Live.
"He was a happy-go-lucky man, always played with a smile on his face and never had a bad word to say about anyone."
"Oooh, and that's a bad miss".
Ah, but that's what all snooker commentators will sound like forever from now on...
Ross Davidson - Nurse Andy from Eastenders
I just found out about Paul Hunter. Very sad. He was about the only reason I watched snooker :(
Jane Wyatt- Spock's mum from Star Trek.
96- not a bad age to go...
She lived long...
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Ah, but that's what all snooker commentators will sound like forever from now on...
That's pretty much exactly what all snooker commentators sound like anyway...
You gave me a shock when that picture came up, to be honest.
Peter Barksworth
Is it just me or does anyone else get a knot in their stomach as they click on this thread?
anyway- had to check who Peter Barkworth was
I recognise him from one of my favouorite movies Where Eagles Dare
"Is it just me or does anyone else get a knot in their stomach as they click on this thread? "
Bizarrely, I was just about to type exactly the same thing. Everytime I see this thread at the top of the list, I actually dread opening it. "Aw shit, who is it this time?".
Just as long as it's not your name that appears up on screen in some kind of bizarre, time warp Early Edition (that TV show where the cat used to turn up every morning with tomorrow's newspaper) stylee!
Generally, I just wonder if it's going to be someone I've heard of.
Hrm, that gives me an idea.
A pretty tasteless one, but an idea nontheless...
Dead Pool, anyone?
RIP Concrete Block 15
quite tragic really. The way he saved all those people's lifes was very heroic. But ... what do you mean i'm early?
I'm dreading the day I click on..to see my own name!
dahn dah daaaaahn
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
I'll be back, just you see. Ghost in the Machine is about to take on a whole new meaning...
Dead Pool eh?
George Michael and Jimmy Saville for me.
No, not in that way!
Tarbuck within a year
Brian McFaddens record contract
The rubber plant I keep knocking over
my hopes and dreams
I'll take Sir David Attenborough.
The Queen. Just a hunch.
Tarbuck's already reported to be pretty ill, which I'm pretty sure is against the rules. Old's OK, but at death's door might be a bit of a shoo-in...
One of the hive mind.
Jimmy or Liza?
Either way, it's a win win situation in my book.
And which absolute twat put up that ridiculous post above which means my horizontal scroll bar has now gotta work overtime so I can get to the frickin' Reply button, eh?
What a cun...
Oh yeah. Oopsy!
Trevor Berbick - ex-heavy weight champion boxer and the last man to fight Ali, murdered by an axe/hatchet to the head. Not a nice way to go.
Has Ali got an alibi, I wonder? (other than the fact he wouldn't be able to hold the axe still; that other guy's head would have ended up looking like a toast rack.)
Brace yourselves...
Sci-fi television pioneer Nigel Kneale has died.
At least he was recognised for the genius he was before he died. Not for nothing is he venerated so highly, he was a master stortyteller who made intelligent science fiction that said something about the human condition accessable to all.
Apart from shooting those responsible, can posts which screw up reading threads be edited?
Aw, fuck! That's really upsetting. It was only this summer that I saw the original Quatermass serials for the first time, and I was just becoming an ardent admirer/appreciator of his work. Television would be a much better place if there were more writers of his calibre around now.
Nelson de la Rosa - The world's shortest actor (2' 4 1/4'') best known for playing Brando's little sidekick in the notoriously bad The Island of Dr. Moreau (which partly inspired Austin Power's Mini Me)
And the bloke that played the tuba on the Jaws theme.
Dude could make a movie about the stupid-ass Abominable Snowman a work of genius.
ssschhh..you know who?
william franklyn, has passed away at 81
Nigel Kneale? Sad. We do need more like him.
I find it odd that there's nothing on the BBC News site. Evening in thelow rent entertainment section. Very odd.
Former South African president PW Botha.
Surprisingly nice tributes so far considering what went on during his presidency?
Link: BBC
A great writer whose work scared the bejeezus out of me when i was a kid.
The BBC gets it's act together.
Link: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/6105578.stm
Heh, I e-mailed them this morning to say I think they should report on it. Presumably me and several hundred other weirdos.
Mog the cat is in some small way related to Quatermass.
You learn something surprising every day.
Heh - I was surprised by that too...
Good to see the Beeb manage to link the story to Doctor Who - maybe it was the National TV awards that finally did for him...
And here's Hammers tribute. And they didn't need telling to do something either.
Link: X marks the Obit
"Former South African president PW Botha"
...his condition is thought to be satisfactory.
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Jack Palance.
Shane. Batman. City Slickers. And...
Incredibly saddened by this one. Palance was a real star.
Bolt-01
DROGOHHHHH!
Jack Palance sadly dies and takes my dreams of financng Hawk the Slayer 2 with it.
Very sad.
DROGOHHHHH!
Jack Williamson, science fiction writer
And lets not forget Diane Coupland, comedy wife of Sidney James and voice of Ursula Undress.
Alan Fletcher. Typographical hero.
Edwards No8
Birminghams last surviving Rock club.
bastard.
So all they need to do is hurry on with their plans for tearing down Costermongers, Oasis market and the Hummingbird, and we can offically rename Brum from the home of Heavy Metal to the home of Javine.
Edwards No8
Bloody hell. I spent many a night pissed out of my tiny mind in Edwards. Has XL's(#) disappeared as well, then? The Institute in Digbeth used to be a regular haunt of mine as well, until it inevitably shut down too (I think it turned into a gay club).
(#)Cue Nam-like flashback of witnessing one of the blokes I was in a band with dancing in one of the 'bint cages'. [shudder]
++ The Institute in Digbeth used to be a regular haunt of mine as well.. ++
And mine- '89 to '91.
Torchwood.
After last nights debacle it deserves to be shot.
Alan Fletcher was a pure genius of design.
Sadly missed, one of lifes leaders who drew so many followers. I once saw him lecture at Icograda back in the early 90's and his dedication to design, alterior thinking and using different routes to achieving creativity had a profound effect on me and my career.
Sadly missed.
Link: obituary
Wow, that was a sad end to the week - Jack Palance, Diane Coupland and Alan Fletcher. A lot of yer watchacall icons of their professions there. They all made me smile more than once.
Desert Orchid
At last- my claim to fame! My sister used to be Desert Orchid's groom. Most 'Dessie' fans were nutters, by the way...
Most 'Dessie' fans were nutters, by the way...Isn't that pretty much the case with all horsey fans, though?
Altogether now!
Basil Poledouris - composer of a shedload of film scores including the two Conans, Robocop and Starship Troopers
Love the Conan music
>Love the Conan music
Great score, shit film.
"Great score, shit film."
Outside. Now. Somebody hold me coat.
Cheers!
Jim
>Outside. Now. Somebody hold me coat.
Ask John Milius he has plenty of free time to hold coats these days.
Basil Poledouris - composer of a shedload of film scores including the two Conans, Robocop and Starship Troopers
Shame - loved his Conan score, and the Starship Troopers March is great.
There seems to have been an awful lot of composers going this year... last year, it was jazz musicians.
Ferenc Puskas. He was in the Hungary team that beat England 14-4 on aggregate, you know.
Link: A goal a game. Is that good?
Belinda Emmett- used to be in Home and Away. Died of cancer on November 11th.
First diagnosed at 24 and died aged 32. That's terrible...
:(
"Outside. Now. Somebody hold me coat"
Take him to the tree of woe...
Oh dear...
Cheers for M.A.S.H Robert.
Link: Robert Altman
Gah! Beat me to it by seconds!
must be a slow day all round, eh? ;)
I forgot he made the Popye movie... I liked that film, it's bonkers!
My Judge Dredd mug.
Its survived everywhere I took it in the army and even when I was working in Children's homes. Now I thought it was safely in the office for the odd times I'm there but today the receptionist dropped it.
I couldnt help it but when the word C*** was uttered she didnt seem that impressed.
Good bye old friend.
Alexander Litvinenko.
So, it wasn't bog standard thallium poisoning, or even super deluxe radioactive thallium, then.
Man flu is my guess. Now that bitch IS a killer!
My Judge Dredd mug.
Now that is a black day indeed. A national day of mourning?
You called the receptionist a Clot?
You insensitive, unfeeling bastard you, sir!
Someone should call Elton John:
"Your tea turned cold long before
Your LRD ever did".
That happened to mine long ago, though I managed to glue it back together and keep pens in it. Now it's used far more in it's second coming as it was in it's first.
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Shocked and genuinely saddened.
Bolt-01
Taken from Dave's website:
Sunday 26th November 2006.
With a heavy heart, I regret to inform you that Dave Cockrum passed away this morning. After a long battle with Diabetes and its varied complications, Dave died in his sleep early this morning.
Daveâ??s many creationsâ??including some of the X-Menâ??s staple charactersâ??brought tremendous joy to his legion of fans. For three decades, he was a beloved fixture at comics conventions across the country where he would sketch for a pittance and encourage would-be creators. Those of us who knew Dave personally will remember him as one of the sweetest, jovial, most generous individuals in the comics industry. Iâ??ll miss my friend very much.
There are no details of services at this time. Dave asked to be cremated and his widow Paty is burdened with the news, so well wishers are asked not to call. Email can be sent to magnetorampant@yahoo.com
Chief pop picker picked - by God.
Link: Not 'alf Dead
He knew how to do a publicity shot.
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I have to admit to being saddened by Fluffs passing. I find pick of the pops unlistenable with Dale winton...
Bolt-01
Alan always used to sign of his show by reminding us: "If you love someone, tell them before it's too late".
Even though it's a kind of just a catch-phrase, I honestly can't think of any better advice in the world.
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Even though it's a kind of just a catch-phrase, I honestly can't think of any better advice in the world.
"Don't eat yellow snow" has always served me in good stead.
Dave Cockrum.
>Alan always used to sign of his show by reminding us: "If you love someone, tell them before it's too late".
>Even though it's a kind of just a catch-phrase, I honestly can't think of any better advice in the world.
...unless you're an obsessive stalker.
I thought I'd posted some names yesterday of various recently deceased cult figures such as Jerry G.Bails, Kevin McClory, and Shirley Walker.
I'm rather saddened to add Craig Hinton to that list.
Yikes. Craig was only forty-two.
Just heard on the radio that Wiz, the lead singer with Mega City Four has died.
They weren't my favourite band, but they were of a kind with The Senseless Things in that they made me smile and they were always a lot of fun to see live.
yeah - died at 44. No age at all...
Met him once, top bloke and all that...
Finding out about Wiz depresses the hell outta me... Will be playing Tanzphobia a lot more now...
Finn Sin
shame
"Former Mega City Four singer Darren "Wiz" Brown died from a blood clot on the brain on December 6, 2006.
He was taken ill at a rehearsal earlier in the week and died Wednesday afternoon at St Georges Hospital, Tooting, South London.
Wiz, 44, was living and working in Farnborough, Hants. He had just finished writing material for an album for his current band Ipanema and returned from a successful tour in America.
With his guitarist brother Danny, bassist Gerry Bryant and drummer Chris Jones, the band released 6 studio albums between 1989 and 1996 and achieved success as a live touring band travelling the world."
Madonna's new coat.
Pinochet's dead!
It's a toss-up between Wils and Pete Wells' comments - I don't know which made me laugh more.
After all the sadness in this thread at the passing of fondly-remembered clebs (or in Gary Wilkinson's case, the passing of complete strangers), it's great to finally see the likes of Pinochet pop his clogs.
It makes me a horrible human being, but he really did have it coming, and it's a pity he lasted this long.
Just that cunt (beloved of student wankers everywhere, and the talent and wit vacuum that is post-Edwards MSP) Castro to go and I can have a good christmas.
Pinochet... sound a bit like chinchilla.not
They are nonetheless united in death.
Allen Carr, the anti-smoking guru, died of lung cancer, aged 72
Hurrah!
Pity he never got to spend his last days rotting in jail.
Hows Thatcher doing these days?
Allen Carr?
You're frikkin joking ritght?
Right?
"It makes me a horrible human being, but he really did have it coming, and it's a pity he lasted this long."
Erm...had *what* coming, exactly? Living a long, and highly privaleged life, before dying at the ripe old age of 91? None of the 3000 people his regime had murdered lived to be that age, so why exactly are we supposed to be so fucking happy that he managed to evade justice for so long, and in such a manner? Fact is, he was never put on trial, and now he never will be, so he hasn't had to atone for what he's done, and there's no form of closure for some 30,000 victims of torture in Chilie, who wanted to see him tried for his actions.
"Just that cunt (beloved of student wankers everywhere, and the talent and wit vacuum that is post-Edwards MSP) Castro to go and I can have a good christmas."
Why? Just because some students like him? I'm not trying to defend the guy, but he (or rather the regime) has actually managed to bring about some good things for Cuba (such as the exemplery health service, which would be a hell of a lot better, were it not for American sanctions). I mean, there are a lot of dictators out there who would be higher up my list of cuntery than fucking Castro - what about Robert Mugabe, Omar Hasan Ahmad al-Bashir or Abdullah bin Abdulaziz. These people are all the heads of incredibly violent and corrupt regimes, who seem to want nothing more than to hold on to power to the last, whilst simultaneously running their people into the ground. But according to you, that's not really important, because students don't go around wearing fucking Mugabe t-shirts...
Pinochet's burning in torment in the firey bowels of hell, boy, is that not enough for you?
I'd want to see justice done in this life, not the next.
Particularly since all this talk of a 'Hell' is just conjecture based on the pretence of there being some flimsy metaphysical afterlife that, within the bounds of all reasonable probability, doesn't exist in a traditionally monotheistic sense anyway. Or at all.
When you think of Pinochet, you think of comfy old man in comfy armchair, drinking a final glass of fine whisky before keeling over with a heart attack.
When someone who believes in hell thinks of Pinochet, they think of a man having his balls dipped in molten lead while a demonic horse buggers him with its thorny prick. At a time like this, that can be comforting.
But untrue. And somehow, I don't think it's going to be particularly comforting to the surviving victims of his regime.
Link: http://www.remember-chile.org.uk/testimonies/index.htm
Actually, in a devoutly religious country like Chile, you might be wrong about that. More to the point, I can't honestly believe that anything could make up for torture, rape or murder.
No, it can't make up for it, but they can at least get some form of closure by having seen these people go to trial, and actually atone in some form for their crimes, as well as having a political heirachy admit that what they did was wrong.
And, if you judge the responses of some of the torture victims to his death, they seem to be despondant that he got away with it once again, rather than jubillant (also, remember that the Pinochet regime also tortured many foreign nationals, including those from the UK, who were not from 'devoutly religious' nations).
There was a good bit on 5 Live about Pinochet this afternoon by some author who had written a book about dictators & tyrants.
Whist I know about the torture and murder I never knew that because of Pinochet he ensured Chile got a constitution, brought in democracy and made the country more prosperous than it had ever known. Apparantly once the people got democracy and were alowed to vote he was quite shocked when they voted him out.
I haven't read any Green Lantern but I like that photo.
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No, I'm not joking about Carr. I read it in the Grauniad
It'll be ironic if Barry Scott ever succumbs to some sort of... germy-disease
(that i cant think of right now)
That's BARRY SCOTT, shurely?
That's BARRY SCOTT, shurely?"Ow! That hurting my ears!"
ACTOR PETER BOYLE DIES AT 71; KNOWN FOR FILM, TV ROLES FROM 'FRENCH CONNECTION' TO 'EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND'
Link: fox news article
I don't love Raymond. I'm at best indifferent to him.
ahh thats sad
He was in one of the best episodes of The X-files
and...
Croft and Perry regular Mavis Pugh, the batty old biddy in You Rang M'Lord?
One half of Hanna Barbera.
Link: Joseph Barbera
He was also in `red heat`, one of my favourite Schwarzennegar movies
Very sad, the end of an era, though it's a wonder they both made it into their nineties, and in Barbera's case written and directed a Tom & Jerry cartoon as late as 2001.
ADE
Was he in The French Connection? I'm pretty certain he wasn't.
'Was he in The French Connection? I'm pretty certain he wasn't.'
IIRC, he turned down Gene Hackman's role.
I hope the police investigating Barbera's death interview the owner of the old disused fairground.
"I hope the police investigating Barbera's death interview the owner of the old disused fairground."
Eurodisney?
ADE
Saparmurat Niyazov, President of Turkmenistan... he's the nut job who renamed months of the year and days of the week after various members of his family, banned dogs and beards and other acts of great dictatorship madness. Great that is if you don't actually live in Turkmenistan.
Charlie Drake
Goodbye my daaaarling etc etc
ADE
Josh, and possibly Ellen in Casualty tonight
(c'mon then!)
This years Celeb christmas death: James Brown.
Link: Good God!
obviously he wasn`t feeling good (badabadbadabap).
A damn shame. I saw that on the news here just now.
If you take Charlie Drake's first name and James Brown's surname, you get Charlie Brown.
How very Christmassy...
Aw man, that's Christmas made even more depressing than it already is.
Whereas James Drake (26 April 1850 â?? 2 August 1915) was an Australian politician, a member of the first federal ministry. Not particularly Christmassy I grant you, but fascinating nonetheless.
Oh, and before you bother, Drake James is some Yank kid whose auntie has created a blog all about him. Yawn.
Gerald Ford - walker, chewer of gum.
Sadam, well at about 2:30 apparently and I'll be in my bed.
He's to get done at 6am (ish) his time, doesn't even get a good nights sleep.. I hate getting up early.
'Coms on Sadam, time to go...'
'Awww, just five more minutes'
Although I think he totally deserves it I can't help think it'll cause more trouble than it solves.
Sayonara Saddam.
Yup, he`s gone.
Hanging from a rope just like he put round the necks of the people of his country.
Poetic Justice.
Yup, there's nothing like another cold-blooded murder to make up for all that cold-blooded murder. Couldn't give a flying fig about that partcular shithead, but either needless killing is wrong or it ain't. And morality aside, how many thousands of innocents are going to die as a result.
bye bye saddam, although I always wonder why people who want 'justice' cry out for the death penalty. If you want someone to pay for their crimes then wouldnt it be better if they spent the rest of their lives rotting in a cell.
Is he... or isn't he?
I hereby declare
Teh Interweb Saddam Execution Conspiracy Theory Games officially...
OPEN!
Fucking stupid decision, but hey, what's one more to throw into the mix?
Well, then he might have to stand trial for some of his war crimes as well as whatever-the-hell-he-was-hung-for, and that would not go well for certain people.
The whole things a ridiculous sham. They should have just popped a bullet in the back of his head back when they found him and been done with it, rather that wasting everyones time with fake "justice".
That's exactly how I feel. I can't believe I was actually feeling sorry for the fucker this morning. He definitely deserved to die- but quickly and quietly was the way to do it- not this hypocritical sham.
Philippa Pearce who, be honest, none of us could likely say who she was. Nearly 50 years ago she wrote Toms Midnight Garden.
If they could have the tyrantical Saddam i saw in all the old videos a hauled up the gallows it would maybe scan better. But all i saw was a sad old man, who got sympathy that there shouldn't have been.
Damned if you do...
Those Iraqis really know how to happy-slap.
ADE
In the immortal words of Blondie:
Oh why can't we talk again
Oh why can't we talk again
Oh why can't we talk again
Don't leave me hanging on the telephone
Don't leave me hanging on the telephone
Genius!
ADE
Rest In Soya Pieces (add sauce to taste)
Yes, his grave had 'Fill level' written on the side.
ADE
Ha, beat you to that gag by three minutes on the other thread!
Damn, I added the comedy hot water but you got in there while I left it to stand!
ADE
But in the end, we both squeezed in the entire sachet of entertainment sauce together, and that's where it's at, amigo!
Magnus Magnusson has just PASSed away... :-(
David Irvine, leader of P.U.P.
Part of Norn Irons non government.
Link: BBC NI
Only days after Joe Barbera. And I bet there's no inquiry.
Someone once told me that the Sonny and Cher once appeared animated as themselves in a early Scooby Doo (the first heclaimed), but I've otherwise heard nothing of it. Anyone able to confirm?
ADE
Yes, they were. I've seen it. Don't ask me any more though, I was about 8, but they were staying at the same hotel as the gang and aided the investigation. It was on a video, along with the Dungeons and Dragons one and the one where they make a chef angry by stealing food.
A quick search on goggle says yes, they did
not available on this though...
Link: Scooby Doo meets Batman for fucks sake
Could someone lend me some kinds to give me an excuse to see this?
ADE
Link: Click on live show section for clip
Tha should read 'kids' by the way.
Fred's looking a bit wrinkly there. I blame the caretaker at the abandoned amusement park.
you know, I never had anything against Ford. But am I the only one who is tired of the constant refrain of stories about his wise, healing decision to pardon Nixon? I can`t see what was so wise or healing about the pardon. The guy was guilty.
On the plus side, Ford was apparently just as Christian as Carter but refused to use this fact in his election campaign*, thus being an honorable exception to the rule of pretending to be filled to the brim with Jesus amongst American pols
*according to Time, so it may be hogwash
spoiler for 52 issue 36 you have been warned
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Buddy Baker I shall miss you...
'The Secret of Shark Island'
[with Sonny and Cher]
28th October 1972
Yvonne De Carlo. :(
awww
thats sad
You know when people slag off goth girls saying "ha you look like lily munster/morticia addams'?
I dont think they realise this is a compliment
Robert Anton Wilson
It that was Fearnley Whittingstall's dog it would be in the pot.
ADE
Posted without comment.
No really. I hope he's OK to make more films and adverts and comment with a rabid right wing viewpoint.
Link: Death Wish
Calm down, it's only a leg amptation...
Just thought I'd get it in first.
ADE
Yvonne De Carlo
Hmmm... I was more a Morticia Adamms fan, but she did look lovely out of the Munster make up.
Some trivia about The Addams Family & The Munsters:
They both started only a week apart from one another in 1964 (and ended a month apart) - what are the chances? Was the world suddenly ready for ghoul-based sitcom?
Uncle Fester (Addams Family) was played by Jackie Coogan, child actor from Chaplin's 'The Kid'.
freakishly beautiful (it's the eyes) Morticia Addams actress Caroline Jones appeard with Elvis in King Creole.
I tried to find Tom Baker's grave (he's very much alive but has his own gravestone prepared near his house) on Find A Grave.com but it doesn't seem to be there - are they discriminating against the living?
ADE
Yeah Morticia was beautiful- and yep its the eyes!
This guy was more enamoured with another part of her anatomy though
The rather splendidly named Tudor Gates, writer of the great trio of Hammer lesbian vampire movies (or 'Karstein trilogy' to rather more respectable film writers) Vampire Lovers, Lust for a Vampire and Twins of Evil. He also wrote Barbarella.
Anna Nicole Smith.
Reunited with her hubby at last!
Link: Two Of The Best
Oh, shit! How very curious. She did seem to have quite a self-destructive streak, didn't she? Oops.
The BBC is reporting that Ian Richardson has died aged 72.
What a damn shame. Ian Richardson was a fine actor and didn't seem to mind that his career was overshadowed by one character than he played rather late in life, in a way that a lot of actors would.
Dr. Robert Moog has synthed out at the age of 71.
Oddly enough he got a mention on Countdown today when the word Theramin came up.
***Dr. Robert Moog has synthed out at the age of 71.***
...a bit late, he died nearly a year and a half ago.
How strange. It came up as a news alert on the computer I'm using.
Whit. Kills all known threads. Dead.
I will always remember his moving performance in Willo The Wisp
Bob Oksner, inker of Ambush Bug, has died aged 90.
He's free (of the this mortal coil):
John Inman
Actor and rhyming slang:
Gareth Hunt
Marshall Rogers...
Link: FPI Blog.
Bob Clark, director of Porkies
Kurt Vonnegut. So it goes.
Yeltsin's Liver - Boris has died!
The garden gnome's greatest friend.
Link: Terry Major-Ball
Bobby 'Boris' Pickett, co-writer and singer of The Monster Mash.
Link: He's a graveyard smash
Rose the Goat.
Seems it wasn't destined to be "haappily ever aafter", after all...
Link: Sudan's most famous resident dies
">Love the Conan music
Great score, shit film."
*Sharp Intake of Breath!*
BURN THE BLASPHEMER!
Opps, doesn't his death herald the rapture?
Bernard Fucking Manning - Fucked off from this mortal bastard coil.
Creepy jazz bloke George Melly.
ahhh- i liked him
Personally, he always gave me the creeps. This wasn't helped by his story whilst being interviewed by Jack Docherty about the time that him and a load of other blokes wanked onto a plate and lapped it up like a cat drinking milk afterwards. [bleurch!]
euurgh
Strangely, that's not the only wanking related anecdote I heard about him.
There was a great documentary on him a couple of years ago- they'll probably re-run it now
"Strangely, that's not the only wanking related anecdote I heard about him."
dear god!
he..he wasnt the inspiration for Troy McCLure was he?
Bump.
Peter Tuddenham
Link: As heard in...
Rock music's second scariest manager(#), Don Arden.
(#) Number one being Peter Grant, who sadly died in 1995.
Mike 'What am I, some kind of Donut?' Reid
Link: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/6921549.stm
also Ingmar Bergman
>> Mike 'What am I, some kind of Donut?' Reid
Six feet UNNERGRAHHNNNNNNNND.
Kelly Johnson, of Girlschool
I feckin loved this band.
Thanks to Gary for the heads up.
Link: Independant Confirmation
Michelangelo Antonioni :(
Him and Bergman in the space of two days, and yet Shyamalan still lives? Thanks for nothing God.
Sad to hear about Kelly Johnson- her death seemed to pass by the press , which is a shame
Lee Hazlewood, the man who gave us Duane Eddy's twang and Nacy Sinatra's boots.
Link: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/6933162.stm
Founder of Factory Records and the Hacienda...
Tony Wilson
Tony Wilson!!
I'm actually quite shocked by that... he was quite an entertaining and opinionated (in a good way) person to listen to.
It also answers the question how much a human life is worth, less than £3,500-a-month it turns out.
I remember when the whole Iraq war think kicked off and Gordon Brown announced that there would be an unlimited war chest available to fight the war.
I thought at the time... so plenty of money available to kill people but when it comes to saving lives there is always a budget to work to.
If the money that has been shitted away on that no hope 'war on terror' was actually made available to the people who actually need it this country would alsmost certainly be in a better place.
I dispair!
Sad news. I should point out though that Tony did actually take the drug (paid for by his music industry friends), which didn't save him. Still, it makes a change for the likes of Shaun Rider to be purchasing legal pharmaceuticals.
Also, we spend 3 times more on health than on defence. One good way to free up more money would be for us to all make sure we have a donor card - and register it. It costs a fortune to keep people on dialysis as they wait for years for a donor kidney to come up, their health failing - a friend of mine will be starting this week (until she has my kidney in a few weeks though more of that later...)
Link: UK Spending Breakdown
Point taken. But it still doesn't take away from the fact that governments are happy to throw money at a good old war but seem to find reasons to restrict the health service.
It is very late, but I am saddened. I knew Tony Wilson hadn't been well but I thought he was on the road to recovery.
Without singing a single word he was an major influence on the music of the eighties and nineties.
I'm off to listen to Joy Division and New Order at obscenely high volume.
I wouldn't take too literally claims of an 'unlimited war chest', though unfortunately there are price limits on health also as long as technology is keeps one pace ahead. When a new treatment comes along, doctors and government have to decided if it's the best way of spending the (finite) resources compared to existing treatments. Apparently, the treatment Tony took didn't cut it.
I would imagine the best way to preserve life though would be to slash health spending here and send it all as overseas aid to where £100 a day means a lot more than saving one life, though I doubt many westerners would really be up for that in reality.
...right, but why cut our own health spending rather than, say, something less essential like defence or industry top-ups, and instead give that money to purchase generic pharmacuticals in the Thrird World?
Sure, though the real question is to do with how essential you see defence, though at the moment people are bound to see it through the prism of the recent conflict. If a conflict came along we all agreed with, maybe to stop Balkans type atrocities or Rwandan style genocide we would probably all be glad there's the latest equipment and personnel there to do the job without us all having to be conscripted.
But we don't have the latest equipment - in fact, our armed forces are woefully ill-equipped as it is. A hell of a lot of money is being pissed up the wall on private contractors (read mercenaries), whilst our forces are without the armour that should be considered standard, and heavily reliant on outdated (sometimes dangerously so) vehicles and machinery to get the job done.
Also, the idea that if we didn't have our fancy hi-tech weaponry, we'd all be suddenly forced back into national service is pretty inaccurate. The idea of large scale man-powered wars as we saw in the first two world wars are pretty much unfightable these days, thanks to a shift in public acceptance of soldiering fatalities that occurred around the time of the Vietnam/Cambodia conflict, as has been noted by the increasing level of public criticism during the (comparitively) low number of losses suffered in Iraq. Current Nato and Un thinking is to deploy peacekeeping forces largely drawn from the armies of nearby regions, though this policy has not been without its detractors.
Anyway, ultimately it comes down to a case of what's more important: we know for a fact that people will become sick and require medical treatment for a direct certainty, whereas we can only surmise that there *may* be some form of conflict into which we as a nation may possibly be drawn into on a combative level.
Well, we've been involved in at least 6 wars in the past 25 years so I think it's reasonable to say there's no "may" about becoming involved in military conflict. The difference between funding the military and funding the NHS is that you can make a reasonable estimation as to how much defensive capability we need (although the state of much of our equipment suggests we've been underestimating our budget), whereas the NHS can never, ever have enough money. The range of services we expect from it now is vastly greater than anything its founders imagined, or could have imagined.
NHS? Most destructive concept since Nazism, Apparantly.
John Byrne certainly thinks so.
The NHS is a straightforward concept - it will always operate at a loss, and the idea that you can get 'ahead' of sickness or make a profit from the enterprise at some stage is a fallacy.
I think the best idea would be to follow Cuba's lead and round up anyone likely to need medical aid and dump them somewhere - I don't care where, they won't be my problem at that stage. That'll free up loads of beds and reduce the amount of money spent on the NHS, meaning we could spend it on other things, like renewable energy research and development, cheap housing for the poor, and blowing up people wearing turbans.
'Well, we've been involved in at least 6 wars in the past 25 years so I think it's reasonable to say there's no "may" about becoming involved in military conflict.'
Plus of course we can only estimate what the deterrent effect of an effective army. The ultimate aim of having a fighting force is to never have to use it. It sounded to me like you (Byron) were saying that money should be cut from defence, though I you're also saying that soldiers aren't well equipped enough. We just have to make the army work better than it does now while spending less on it.
Mike Wieringo, comics artist chappie on some very fun mainstream superhero books like Robin, Impulse, and the Flash, and the not half-bad Tellos indy series.
Link: Wieringo's DA page
What, Mike Wieringos dead?
Bolt-01
'Fraid so. Dead at 44 of a Heart Attack.
It's a god damned tragedy.
Link: Newsarama Has the Details
Belated for Anthony Wilson : I didnt even know he was ill .Thats a real shame. You dont and wont ever get a record company like that again or a record company boss who was that innovative ever again .Not to mention all the music .And not forgetting all the artwork and packaging and the Hacienda which i never went to. The site has been turned into flats.I have been trying to find a lot of the Factory records i used to have and coincidentally found some today. singles by Section 25 and Quando Quando and A certain Ratio .
So i listened to Substance by Joy Division which i have had since it came out and enjoyed it very much.
The sleeve art has been compiled into a book.must get that sometime.
If a conflict came along we all agreed with, to stop Balkans type atrocities or Rwandan style genocide we would probably all be glad
Not sure all British people see it as our job to shoulder the White Man's Burden. Many of us see the British interventions in Kosovo and Sierra Leone for what they were - self-aggrandizing acts of pure imperialism.
If British and American defence spending were redefined as "spending on defence", rather than aggressive warmaking in conflicts taking place inside internationally-approved national borders (i.e. making war without provocation), the world would be a lot happier.
And I was just thinking about how much I enjoyed his Fantastic Four run the other day. There#s a fantastic, sigh, moment when the Four meet their maker.
Stan Lee?
There shouldn't be a blank cheque for medical treatment on the NHS, and the oft-touted 'wonderdrug' doesn't change that one iota.
Pharmaceutical companies are busting a gut to come up with new 'blockbuster' drugs (ones that make a lot of money), to devise new ways of treating already treatable illnesses, and also illnesses that can be managed much more cost-effectively than they can be cured (whatever that means) all the time a new drug remains under patent.
Drugs companies would love for us to foot the bill to help boost their share price, pay dividends to their shareholders and multi-million pound bonuses to their directors. However, we don't always need their new products, and NHS money is usually put to better use treating patients than paying more money for the drugs it uses for those same patients, and inventing new categories of patient with conditions the Health Service has never even thought about treating before.
Furthermore, many specialists would rather treat their patients with tried and trusted drugs with predictable results and survival rates than risk a less favourable outcome from a new therapy. Many would only put their patients forward for clinical trials of new drugs if there was absolutely no other remedy for their condition. Only an unscrupulous doctor would risk the life of a patient on a drug trial when an efficacious therapy already exists.
I think it's a credit to Anthony Wilson that his death has sparked debate about how best to preserve life in a way that the death of, say, Bernard Manning didn't.
War or making war without provocation is like you pointed out a totally different thing altogether. I dont have a problem with the Armed forces intervening to stop genocide like Sierra Leone. I think thats something to be proud of .
I watched a film called Tears of the Sun recently .Very good it was too. Thats the kind of American foreign policy i would support . Its a fictional story but based on many real life events.I would recommend it to anyone .
Making War without provocation and aggresive warmaking even by its definition is not *defence* spending . There are lots of ways the world could be a happier place ..Illegal wars...... I have to stop
out of respect that this is a thread for the deceased not a rant thread.
Ade - nah, but close. Their creator stops off at one point to take a phone call from his collaborator who may or may not be Stan Lee. God, to Reed Richards looks a lot like Jack Kirby.
Bernard Manning although i admit to finding him funny as a guest on Mrs merton once as he was deliberatly winding up the audience was sadly never able to take the piss out of himself or at least be self depreciating. If you are going to take the piss out of others less fortunate or whatever at least be able to take it yourself.I did find him funny as i said but i didnt have much respect for him for the above reasons .He was a fat ugly fuck himself as he should have been reminded of more often. He became an anachronism but never a national institution . i wonder why ?
I can see his argument that he was mocking everyone (I think he did mock himself a bit - see below clip - he certainly wan't vain, unless he thought he looked good only in underpants), he just wasn't intelligent enough to understand the consequences of that kind of thing. In a recent documentary he expressed outrage over some Asylum Seeker story, then it became clear he had just read the story in The Daily Star or some such paper, which no doubt fed him his daily dose of political correctness hysteria also. He was incredibly naive and politically illiterate. I think the Mrs Merton clip was quite touching in a way since Aherne I think really did want him to give up the old jokes and become more treasured. Though perhaps he's right and his fame would have diminshed.
Link: Manning being self-depricating
Phil Gascoine...
Blimey.
"I'm very sorry to report that British comics artist Phil Gascoine
(http://lambiek.net/artists/g/gascoine_phil.htm) has died after a
short illness.
For those of you who knew him the news comes as a terrible shock. He
was once chairman of the SSI and always a consummate professional.
In the words of his good friend, fellow artist Barrie Mitchell, who I
spoke with this morning, "There are not a lot of artists who can
turn their hands to anything, but Phil was one of them."
I am preparing a tribute to Phil for my downthetubes web site and
would welcome memories of Phil if you have them. He was always one of
those creators who would mix with all generations and was still
working on DC Thomson's Wendy. He will be much missed by all who knew
him or worked with him.
Thanks in advance for any feedback you may have if you knew Phil
personally.
John Freeman"
Bolt-01
One of the few ex-Tory MP's whose death I'd mourn.
Link: Bill Deedes 1913-2007
"Many of us see the British interventions in Kosovo and Sierra Leone for what they were - self-aggrandizing acts of pure imperialism."
Weren't they both UN operations?
No.
Well thank you for your concise reply, Duds- a quick trawl through Wikipedia seems to support this. That said, I didn't read anything that actually made me sorry that the British took those opportunities to demonstrate "self-aggrandizing acts of pure imperialism" either (which is actually an opinion, not a fact, by the way).
It seems to me that while people understandable complain about the illegality of the war in Iraq, in reality people don't mind it they agree with it - I seem to recall the bombing of Serbia was not legal (it didn't have the full backing of the security council members), though it was successful in getting the Serbs out of Kosovo where they were killing Muslims, and lead eventually to the arrest of Milosevic. From what I've gathered, only on a handful of occasions has military action ever been legal. That's not to say that people can't have other good reasons to have opposed it, just that we change our attitude on this is changeable. Also, I would personally argue that if regime change in Iraq had eventually been sanctioned by the UN it wouldn't have made a great deal of difference to the turn of events since the killing today is Muslim vs Muslim - the only alternative would to to not do anything (in hindsight maybe not as bad as today though it does send out the signal that you can do pretty much what you want if you're a dictator and get away with it).
The world will never agree on war, whether you're a dictator or invader and you have the force, you can do what you want. Look at the sheer amount of UN resolutions the U.S. has vetoed, with the backing of Britain and Israel, when the rest of the world agreed on them, all because it didn't suit their wishes. Hardly democratic, if it was there would be no veto.
He did love his elephants...
Link: Pavarotti and the Elephants
English Rugby....we need a BIG defribulator
Colin McRae
Very sad news. The loss of a great Rally Driver and the sad loss of his little kiddie. RIP.
Yes, very tragic about McRae and his young son and indeed the two family friends who also died.
Very sad indeed
Yes, very tragic about McRae and his young son and indeed the two family friends who also died.
Very sad indeed
Robert Jordan.
Author of the Wheel of Time series. After a long fight against a chronic illness.
Author of the Wheel of Time series. After a long fight against a chronic illness.
I'd heard he was pretty ill a couple of years ago. This means it'll never get finished now. Thank God I gave up on them after the fifth or sixth installment.
Let's have a minute's silence for Marcel Marceau.
Did he go quietly?
He accidentally got trapped in a glass case with no air but no-one stopped to help him.
The original Mish Moneypenny, Lois Maxwell.
Joey Bishop, last of the infamous Rat Pack dies at the age of 89.
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Killing Joke bass player Paul Raven.
Raven, dead, fuck me.
A particularly interesting one, this, with an apparent comics connection.
Link: Chad Varah
Stone me. What a thoroughly wonderful man.
Great link Trouty, thanks
Bolt-01
>> Sadly, Chad Varah had been at odds with Samaritans' management council for several years because he felt it had betrayed its original principles by becoming an evangelical support group, instead of an emergency service for the desperate.
>> He felt the job of volunteers was to listen, without talking about themselves.
Eh? Samaritans is neither an evangelical support group nor do volunteers talk about themsleves.
Sloppy, sloppy journalism from Auntie.
Hilda Braid who played Nana Moon in Eastenders and the mam Citizen Smith died on Tuesday.
Poor Alfie :(
The death of Ned Sherrin on October 2nd got overlooked in a week when the RIP thread didn't seem to be working, and Alan Coren has passed on since as well.
Verity Lambert, something of a TV legend.
Link: BBC
I first became aware of Evel when I received a one of these as a birthday present from my antie in the states..
My quiet obsession with all things Evel continued-
This is a clipping from one of the Sundays I saved in an art school sketchbook.
God rest EK.
In my great Sun Christmas TV pull out ("To be confirmed" is on an awful lot) they mention a programme 'Richard Hammond meets Evel Kinevil'. Hopefully it's prefilmed or it'll be a dull interview. You can see the production meeting ' they've both crashed cars - TV dynamite!'
Very sad. To those of us of a certain age he was as big a hero and as much a part of our lives as Dredd and Warlord. I still have a this poster of him that I had on my bedroom wall as a kid.
I had that bike too, Bart. Very sad news indeed, this. Evel Knievel can't be dead, for Christ's sake!
I feel as old as Methuselah :(
Personally, I had this one. Cracking toy!
I wasnt a fan but he was a 70s icon as he was huge then as you heard the name so much.
Anyone care for an Orange spangle ?
Karlheinz Stockhausen. Composer, allegedly alien from Sirius, possibly mad, definitely genius.
Link: http://www.guardian.co.uk/obituaries/story/0,,2224205,00.html
Sir Edmund Hillary died 10/1/08 aged 88.
Prime Minister Helen Clark said: "The legendary mountaineer, adventurer, and philanthropist is the best-known New Zealander ever to have lived.
"But most of all he was a quintessential Kiwi."
Sir Edmund conquered the world's highest mountain on May 29 1953.
After returning from the summit, the famously matter-of-fact climber greeted a fellow expedition member with the words: "Well, George, we've knocked the bastard off."
"He was an heroic figure who not only 'knocked off' Everest but lived a life of determination, humility, and generosity," Ms Clark said.
British adventurer and environmentalist Pen Hadow said Sir Edmund's death "closes one of the great chapters of planetary exploration".
"He was physically and metaphorically at the pinnacle of high adventure," said the Dartmoor-based Arctic and Antarctic explorer.
Because of Sir Edmund's conquest of Everest "millions of people will know him and will and will be affected in some way by his passing".
He said the climber turned his achievement to the benefit of the Sherpa community in which Mount Everest stands.
Sir Edmund climbed 11 different peaks of over 20,000ft before tackling Everest.
One of the few famous people I have seen in real life.
Maila Nurmi, AKA Vampira. One for the Goths there.
Enigmatic chess genius and Cold War icon Bobby Fischer.
Link: He kicked Spassky's ass
Maila Nurmi - glad to see she lived to be 85. Thanks for letting us know, DxB.
In the 1980s she sued Elvira, Mistress of the Dark for stealing her act, but couldn't afford to pursue the legal action, so the case was dismissed. To be fair to Elvira, the show was originally to have starred Vampira, who would have got a production credit, until Maila Nurmi turned it down. To be fair to KHJ-TV, at least they changed the name of the character when they went ahead without her.
Lisa Marie gave a lovely deadpan performance as Vampira in Ed Wood (1994).
News just in- Heath Ledger, apparently.
I just saw that, blimey.
- Steve
Blimey- 27.
Slightly more...
Link: ...here
The actor Brad Renfro (who you may know from 'Ghost World')also died the other week at a shockingly young 25 years of age.
My father just showed me the article and at the time I wanted to be sure it wasn't a hoax.
Damn....
He was just 28 and probably still had a very promicing career ahead of him.
Having just finished 'I'm not there' As one of the many Bob Dylans.
I guess the Joker role might have taken alot of out of him.
Drugs were found around his body.
Another lesson in mortality of people who famous but still human.
Link: Evidently this is true.
That's a shame, I always liked Beadle and he seems a decent bloke. He did have one funny joke about his withered hand:
On one hand I have an average sized penis, on the other it's enormous!
P.S. R.I.P. the R.I.P. thread - 5 goes and counting to post this!
"'funny' man, Jeremy Beadle."
ITV left short-handed!
Arf!
Jim
He may have been a smarmy git who foisted some really shit telly on us in the 80s, but he was also responsible for Captain Beefheart's first UK performance at the Bickershaw Festival in 1972, so I can't judge him too harshly.
I just subbed the seemingly never-ending tributes to Beadle from celebs and charities and, although I didn't like him much on TV, felt I was won over a bit.
I know people queue up to praise the just-dead, but I was really struck by the way there were lots of tributes to how kind-hearted he was.
People have really been falling over themselves to say how nice he was.
- Trout
Beadle no longer about...
I liked him, though I think Bob Monkhouse (also sadly gone) put it well by by saying he was always been encouraged by others to go further and further in his hidden camera stunts. Some of them were just cruel - even if you see the victims laughing about it later it WAS still cruel at the time. Many of them were just like watching a marriage breaking up, or watching someone literally in tears. The alien landing one as just disturbing the way they played with that woman's mind, I guess they just couldn't go further over that one.
To Beadle I'm sure it was all good fun as he got to know the victims afterward and share the joke together, though I felt more sorry for him in a way as he didn't understand what it was doing to his image week after week, when actually he was by all accounts a very charming and knowledgable man.
Miles Kington a donné un coup de pied au bucket.
Link: Mort comme un dodo
Hmmm... odd that Beadle of all people going should make me think a bit more deeply about this, but there you go.
As I was growing up I watched Game for a Laugh when it first started, along with a lot of Saturday night 'enterainment telly' at the time. Later as I grew up I really couldn't watch it, and associated Jeremy Beadle with TV I thought was trash, as as such didn't care for him much to say the least.
I made the active decision to stop having any genuine dislike for Beadle when he came close to Hitler as the most hated person in some poll. He was just some TV guy and hadn't actually done anything against me, and I'd hate to be part of the mob.
Some time ago I was channel flicking and came across one of those dreadful wife swap/life swap programs with Beadle on, and I should have turned over immediately, but it turned out that outside of the brash personality he assumed for Tv he came across as a really nice guy, very pleasant, chatty, bright, and even patiently explained his disability to this couple he was staying with, when of course he didn't have to do anything of the sort.
Heard today he'd raised about 100 million squids for charity. Which is 100 million more than I've ever done. And overall I was quite surprised at how genuninely sad I felt. For Jeremy Beadle. Well, there you go.
As for that woman and the alien, she was on the Jeremy Vine show today talking about Beadle, and had nothing but warm things to say about him. I think the whole thing really had pushed her to the limit, and you can certainly argue it went too far. But I'm sure the woman wouldn't have had lunch with him years later if she'd felt hard done by.
Curious. The thing I most remember Beadle for is him peeling off his beard at the end of the first series of Eureka.
Curious. The thing I most remember Beadle for is him peeling off his beard at the end of the first series of Eureka.
Curious. The thing I most remember Beadle for is him peeling off his beard at the end of the first series of Eureka.
Curious. The thing I most remember Beadle for is him peeling off his beard at the end of the first series of Eureka.
Curious. The thing I most remember Beadle for is him peeling off his beard at the end of the first series of Eureka.
I met him once, through a friend, and can confirm that he used the little hand to shake with, which surprised me. He bought a lot of drinks and was funny and fairly sozzled.
He had one of the largest private libraries of esoterica in Britain. I wonder who'll inherit that?
The name Beadle didn't immediatly sound familar to me at first.
Then I sa his picture and read about comedic background.
Then the catch phrase 'Watch out, Beadle's About' came to mind just now.
I vaguely remember seeing something on televison during the early to mid eighties and the jingle using this catch phrase. It was that type of fun show that was rare in it's own time and all too commmon at the moment.
Am I right?
Is this connected to this fellow.
Anyway...
My condolences to this person whomever he turns out to be.
"I met him once, through a friend, and can confirm that he used the little hand to shake with"
Yes, a cruel commentator once said his favourite practical joke was shaking hands with people...
Hearing that he had the largest private library of Esoterica throws a whole new perspective on things.I was always ambivalent towards dear Jeremy and i never watched his shows
Maybe he's Hellboy and owns the right hand of doom. Ties in with the whole esoterica interest.
Ace. I think Mignola should be petitioned to slip and agent Beadle into the BPRD.
Kevin Stoney three time Who guest actor. He played Magic..ahem...Mavic Chen in The Dalek Masterplan.
Grange Hill, 1978 - 2007
Link: Flippin-eck...
Hope Gripper Stebson gives them all a Chinese burn.
Roy Scheider, aged 75, famous and well known for his starring role in the first 'Jaws' movie has died of multiple myelomas.
Link: 'Your Gonna Need a Bigger Boat'
Oh Fuck.
Shiit.
Bolt-01
Oh dear. I did some storyboard work on his final film (as far as I know) called 'Iron Cross', not yet released. It may give a boost to it when it comes out - I hope so particularly as the director disappeared into the ether without paying anything though they should be more contactbly when the film is being promoted.
Roy Scheider was a superb character actor and should be highly regarded not only for his work in Jaws, but also stellar supporting roles in films such as The French Connection, Marathon Man and one of my personal faves, 52 Pick-up.
Performances of his calibre will be sorely missed.
RIP.
Don't forget he played the lead in All That Jazz and the Seven Ups.
He must have been my age or even abit younger when he starred in 'Jaws'.
Steve Gerber (creator of Howard the Duck and writer of many 70s Marvel titles and more) has passed away.
One of the greats is gone. :(
Link: Newsarama Reporting
Paul Raymond, porn baron. I understand his ashes are to be scattered in some bushes where they may be found by schoolboys.
Link: Paul Raymond
Paul Raymond, porn baron. I understand his ashes are to be scattered in some bushes where they may be found by schoolboys.
Be very careful who you accept a tissue to wipe the tears away from.
Gary Gygax co-creator of Dungeons & Dragons and Godfather of Roleplaying.
(rolls his D20 on the emotion table... gets a 3... I feel moderate sadness)
Presumably he invented Dungeons and Dragons to create a context in which his name would sound normal.
Sad news.
It's a Swiss name, I think I read once all the world's Gygaxes can trace their lineage back to one castle in Switzerland. Probably set him on the geekward path!
Aw that is a shame about Gary Gygax. His game and its successors made me a lot of lifelong friends, and kept me from losing my marbles on many a washed-out family holiday. There's a lot to be said for a game with no winners or losers.
I made enemies playing that game, though I still enjoyed playing.
Hot Rod builder Boyd Coddington died last week
Link: RIP Boyd
Captain Birdseye
Link: Story
Captain Birdseye
Is he with Cod now?
What?! ;)
Seems to be a day for it...
Anthony Minghella- only 54.
Link: Story
54? and in the middle of a great career. Sad news.
Paul Scofield, if there were more actors like hi we'd be better off.
Link: A man for all seasons
Brian Wilde, aka Mr Barraclough in Porridge and Foggy in Last of the Summer Wine.
Link: Like flies!
He was great Paul Scofield. If you haven't seen A Man For All Seasons, well, you should watch it cos it's great.
Aw, bless Brian Wilde. There was a quote from Peter Sallis in the paper today saying something along the lines of 'if you ever watched Porridge or Summer Wine then you knew as much about Brian as I did' emphasising that even though they'd been at RADA together Wilde had never liked talking about himself or socialising much with people who were in the same line of work.
Yes, dropping like flies though on a positive side I though Shaw Taylor was dead until he appeared in Ashes To Ashes. No idea why I thought it, perhaps we should have a back from The Dead thread.
Charlton Heston, movie legend and star of three of the best SF films of the seventies.
>Charlton Heston, movie legend and star of three of the best SF films of the seventies.
Guess they can take those guns from his cold, dead hands now
CHARLTON HESTON IS SOYLENT GREEN.
About Charleton Heston....
Such a shame to lose such a well respected actor and president of the Gun club.( What ever it's called.)
Garageman.
I understand the remark about him being Soylent green. A movie very much related to certain aspects of Mega City One. Though the movie itself was dissapointment when I eventualley saw this one. 'The Simpsons' parody was better.
He starred in some movies that have been remembered as classics.
'Ben-Hur' would not have been so big with out him.
I consider the Cecil B. Demille version of 'The Ten Commandments' a reason to stay interested in Biblical stories. Charlton Heston improved on this. From this film I recall that one line "Let My People Go!"
'Planet of the Apes'. A classic film series and with a post holocaust setting that I also consider to be derived from that same point in time on Mega City one. That and the evolved apes.
He says it all with this line from the film.
" Take your stinking paws off me, you damned dirty ape!"
"Wayne's World Two" As the Good Actor. But just a snippet of what he said. " I once knew a girl who lived on Gordon Street"
Thats all I can say without being too rude and I can only wonder looking at the shark head shaped tombstone (Roy Scheider) if his will be two stone tablets.
About Charleton Heston....
Such a shame to lose such a well respected actor and president of the Gun club.( What ever it's called.)
Garageman.
I understand the remark about him being Soylent green. A movie very much related to certain aspects of Mega City One. Though the movie itself was dissapointment when I eventualley saw this one. 'The Simpsons' parody was better.
He starred in some movies that have been remembered as classics.
'Ben-Hur' would not have been so big with out him.
I consider the Cecil B. Demille version of 'The Ten Commandments' a reason to stay interested in Biblical stories. Charlton Heston improved on this. From this film I recall that one line "Let My People Go!"
'Planet of the Apes'. A classic film series and with a post holocaust setting that I also consider to be derived from that same point in time on Mega City one. That and the evolved apes.
He says it all with this line from the film.
" Take your stinking paws off me, you damned dirty ape!"
"Wayne's World Two" As the Good Actor. But just a snippet of what he said. " I once knew a girl who lived on Gordon Street"
Thats all I can say without being too rude and I can only wonder looking at the shark head shaped tombstone (Roy Scheider) if his will be two stone tablets.
As much as I love Soylent Green, The Omega Man and Planet of The Apes, my favourite Charlton Heston film is El Cid. I just adore that film. I think I'll watch it again tonight to remember one of the all time greats.
***'The Simpsons' parody was better. ***
Foolish comment, how can you even compare.
I guess I was foolish saying that, but it's my opinion. I just didn't like the film very much. I thought it was depressing. It's a sad story and not really inspiring ( To Me!). Despite it being a source of inspiration for some aspects of Judge Dredd. Damn I can't remember what Homer said in the Simpsons Parody. Though as made funnier after seeing the original film. No disrepect to Chuck of course.
Anyway, I haven't seen 'Omega Man' , But I have seen 'El-Cid' and should have remembred thsi on my earlier post. Once comparing the last battle scene to something like Judge Dredd ( again.) Though this is unintentional.
Link: On horseback and in shinging armour
Johnny Byrne
Damn, rereading the old thread I linked above.
( On horse back and in shining armour.)
I was saying.....
'I figured if Charlton Heston didn't die about four years ago. He might have been a good Fargo or Dredd as well.'
Damn my own words. I am now truly sorry for saying that now.
"Damn my own words. I am now truly sorry for saying that now."
I think he was ill anyway so i wouldnt worry about it.He did a lot of very worthwile political campaigning in the 60s and 70s.
Re: Lights, Camel, Action.
Saw this at work, couldn't click the link but knew exactly what it was going to be. Nice work stress.
I said earlier.....
'Such a shame to lose such a well respected actor and president of the Gun club.( What ever it's called.)'
*************************************************
I didn't notice what was written in the background in the picture I stuck up above.
'National Rifle Association'
A supporter he was. Not sure if he was the president.
Knowing his connection with firearms had provoked audible sigh from me when seeing the latest adaption of 'Planet of the Apes' where he had a role as the dying Father Zaius (this time one of the apes.)presenting his son Thade with a gun.
Stump should re-release that now... havn't heard that in years... have the single but no record player to play it on!
God bless ya youtube.
Thats a weird song, but I like it.
Stump released a 3CD compilation yesterday!
Link: Stump
Danny Federici of the E Street Band
This one's hit me like a punch. I've only just found out from someone on another forum and my heads still spinning.
Link: RIP Danny
Humphrey Littleton, top radio personality.
Very sad about this one.
- Trout
Link: Humph
that is sad..he was a lovely bloke
simon
Ah, my hasty typing: Lyttelton.
Apologies.
The radio is not as funny anymore.
There was a great bit in the recent South Bank Show on him: He was talking about how on VE day 1945 he played trumpet to the partying crowds on the streets of London. They dug out some archive recordings of the festivities and you could hear him playing!
Damn shame but what a great life. The lovely Samantha will miss sitting on his right hand.
Aw, crap. This is one of those deaths, like Kurt Vonnegut's; you know it's coming any time now and just don't want the time to arrive.
...as the startled bush-baby of fate is approached by the short-sighted lavatory attendant of destiny...
A true renaissance man- so long Humph.
Just saw this one; it's quite ruined my Saturday.
I hear Gordon Brown has declared an official week of Mournington Crescent.
The reading of Humph's will was an emotional accoasion: Even Samantha had tears in her eyes when she recieved his horn. She said it was a long time coming but it still made her choke.
Sad
I'm very sad to hear about Humph, I'm Sorry... is one of the truly great pleasures in life. Brilliant tribute, BTW, Adrian.
A gent to the end, I liked this story from Barry Cryer
"We've got a stage version of I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue and did a show without him, the first in 36 years, in Bournemouth last Tuesday, when Rob Brydon deputised brilliantly. What Rob didn't know was our great producer Jon Naismith got Humph to record an introduction in hospital, and what the audience heard was: 'Good evening. This is Humphrey Lyttelton. I can't do the show tonight because I'm in hospital; I wish I'd thought of this earlier. Will you give a big welcome to Rob Brydon?' Rob was very touched by that. It got the show off to a great start."
Enjoy this trip, enjoy this trip because it is a trip...
na, na, nada, na nana, na na
na, na, nada, na nana, na na
Heaven Xpress
I popped in to post the Hoffman link and was satisfied to see I've been beaten to it.
A fascinating life, and a link to a bloody good comic - Doom Patrol.
- Trout
John Phillip Law
Link: Diabolik Dies
Bo Diddley, a founding father of rock 'n' roll whose distinctive "shave and a haircut, two bits" rhythm and innovative guitar effects inspired legions of other musicians, died Monday after months of ill health. He was 79.
Link: Bo Diddley RIP
American Comics artists and writer Michael Turner.
//http://www.newsarama.com/comics/080628-Turner.html
(//http://i.newsarama.com/images/Grace-Turner-ff.jpg)
That was perticularly sad cancer at 37....
Quote from: "The monarch"That was perticularly sad cancer at 37....
Technically it was cancer at 31, dead at 37.
Certainly makes you think, when people so close (or younger) to your age start popping off.
My sister in law passed away on June 17, 2008 of cancer. Helen Crites, 69yrs old.
critter
Shouldn't this RIPs thread be in the off-topic section? I don't think it should be in the 2000AD: General section. With respect to those recently deceased, it doesn't have any relevance to 2000AD. Rather morbid for the 2000AD section.
Thanks for moving it.
Quote from: "critter"My sister in law passed away on June 17, 2008 of cancer. Helen Crites, 69yrs old.
critter
Commiserations Critter
Tweak
George Carlin.
American anti-establishment stand up comedian Ranter extraordinaire.
Died last week of chest pains/heart attack.
Unfortunate and will be missed by many.
He spoke the truth.
Quote from: "Tweak72"Commiserations Critter
Tweak
Thanks Tweak
critter
I'll miss ole Carlin. He was one of the few comics that didn't get lazy and fall back on old material as he got older. Good man and one we needed during this administration.
And can I just say Mek-quakes Leftovers is the best user name ever. (Had to try the new color[sic] capacity.)
Critter- sorry for your loss.
Critter, I'm so sorry for the loss of your sister.
One of America's best SF cover illustrators, John Berkley, passed away on April 29, 2008. His covers always awed me as a kid looking through the shelves of my local library. Long suspected, though I have no proof, that he may have been an influence on John Burns. Check out his work on the link below.
//http://www.etapet.net/en/gallery-118-0-wallpapers-John-Berkey.html
Don S Davis. Probably best known as Stargate SG1's General George Hammond, aged 65. A good innings for a memorable character actor.
Condolences for you and your familiy's loss, Critter.
He was Scullys dad in X-Files, thats wher i remember him from.
He'll always be Major Briggs from Twin Peaks to me, sad news.
My condolences Critter.
I was sorry to learn of the passing of Thread Zero. We didn't meet as often as we might, but the Board is a poorer place for its absence. Rot in cyber-hell, you post-stealing anomaly.
And I'm more genuinely sorry about Don Davis, who left shoes in the SGC that neither RDA nor Beau Bridges could fill.
I won't cheapen the more serious personal losses noted above by mentioning them in a joke-post, but my sincere sympathies to the boarder concerned and his family.
Jack Sugden #3, Clive Hornby.
(//http://static.whatsontv.co.uk/images/07828_151625_JACK_SUGDEN_11.jpg)
//http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7489418.stm
Charles Wheeler.
//http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7489591.stm
Civil War & Batman/Superman artist Michael Turner, at the sickeningly young age of 37.
(//http://images.comicbookresources.com/artists/TURNER-mike1_sm.jpg)
(//http://farm1.static.flickr.com/195/478424209_1dde7ea7bf.jpg)
>>News item at CBR<< (//http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=16988)
Estelle Getty. Yeah, I'd assumed she'd died a while back as well.
Golden Age comic artist Creig Flessel. He did a lot of the early covers on Detective Comics.
//http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/2008/07/21/rip-creig-flessel/
Bernie Mac.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7551477.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7551477.stm)
50 is no age to be dying...
Man that's sad news about Bernie Mac. I really liked him.
Quote from: "His Lordship rac"Bernie Mac.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7551477.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7551477.stm)
50 is no age to be dying...
No, it isn't.
However, "complications arising from" is quite frequently a euphemism for AIDS, a disease we like to think has gone away because no-one talks about it any more. Maybe that wasn't the case with Bernie Mac, but I don't apologize for any offence caused by mentioning it, because it needs mentioning.
Cheers
Jim
Quote from: "Jim_Campbell"Maybe that wasn't the case with Bernie Mac
Indeed. Sarcoidosis is quite a different immune disorder altogether, and a genetic cause has been mooted. According to wikipedia,
"The current working hypothesis is that in genetically susceptible individuals sarcoidosis is caused through alteration in immune response after exposure to an environmental, occupational, or infectious agent". - Rossman MD, Kreider ME (August 2007). "Lesson learned from ACCESS (A Case Controlled Etiologic Study of Sarcoidosis)". Proc Am Thorac Soc 4 (5): 453–6.
Isaac Hayes dies aged 65. Exact cause of death unknown but was found dead next to treadmill at home .Probably a Cardiac.(//http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z122/peterwolf_album/obit-isaac-hayes-1f0eef52-49c7-46fc.jpg)
A scientologist BUT he made some good music and was an innovator.
He was also the Duke of New York, A-Number One! More sad news.
Who's the black private dick that's a sex machine to all the chicks?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAa5rP64YbQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAa5rP64YbQ)
Quote from: "peterwolf"A scientologist BUT he made some good music and was an innovator.
And he was Chef in South Park. Doesn't get any better than that.
Cheers!
Jim
Quote from: "satchmo"He was also the Duke of New York, A-Number One! More sad news.
Damn straight!
"Now I know you're both experienced Fossarius, but Mr Hayes was an exceptional man and rather large, so this grave needs to be somewhat special. What I want to know is... can you dig it?"
The great character actor Terence Rigby has died, he was in Get Carter and the wonderful Beiderbecke Affair.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7554044.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7554044.stm)
Dolores Aguilar.
Not famous in life, but becoming infamous after it.
//http://www.legacy.com/TimesHeraldOnline/DeathNotices.asp?Page=Lifestory&PersonId=115754551
What the hell do you have to do for your kids to write an o-bitch-uary like that?
"Dolores had no hobbies, made no contribution to society and rarely shared a kind word or deed in her life. I speak for the majority of her family when I say her presence will not be missed by many, very few tears will be shed and there will be no lamenting over her passing."
I was upset when I got a Playstation instead of an N64 that one christmas, but this is taking it too far.
John Esmonde. The Good Llife, Ever decreasing circles, Brush strokes, Mulberry.
[urlhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm0260731/][/url]
Ronnie Drew: http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=tHDX9qb2-BQ (http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=tHDX9qb2-BQ)
Geoffrey Perkins.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7589102.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7589102.stm)
Jeez that's a real shame. I really liked him as Mike Flex on KYTV and he seemed to be involved in a lot of great shows.
Aw, that is sad. What a CV,though (My Hero excepted).
Yeah I was fanatical about Radio Active as a teen, at the time it was just about the funniest thing around (though I was quite juvenile). He was particularly funny when very dry, I remember in particular his unrecognisable voice providing hilarious translations for an Italian priest in Father Ted.
Ken Campbell (//http://www.guardian.co.uk/stage/2008/sep/01/theatre.comedy). Bad week for comedy.
How appropriate that Lobster Random is still on the main page then.
I once asked Si Spurrier, via the chatroom, whether the'd specified Campbell for the likeness to Lob and he blankly denied knowledge of him. He obviously gooogled the name because he later posted an image of Ken in the chatroom and something eloquent like 'Fucking Hell!'. When I later met Carl Critchlow and mentioned this he smiled and said "They'd better hurry up and make the movie before Ken get's too old"...
Quote from: "DavidXBrunt"How appropriate that Lobster Random is still on the main page then.
Lobster Random always reminded me of him too. Didn't the opening titles of the old kids' show "Erasmus Microman" have a picture of his face that looked a lot like that prog cover?
He'll always be Roger from the Anniversary Party episode of Fawlty Towers for me.
Bollocks bollocks bollocks...oddly enough I just last night picked out the original Amnesty International Secret Policeman's Ball while clearing through some videos and gave it a watch. Much of it is very dated or too familiar now though The Ken Campbell Roadshow was one of the highlights along with Tom Robinson's extraordinary performance of Glad To Be Gay. Ken's antics with Sylvester McCoy and David Rapaport seemed to me to feed directly into the kind of thing Rik and Ade were doing once alternative comedy officially started. I always thought Campbell would have been a fun choice for Doctor Who the first time round (and I think I even read he was considered before McCoy got the role).
The Erasmus Microman thing I mentioned, basically was a, (more educational), version of Doctor Who, but on ITV and with an even more limited budget. He travelled back through time with a couple of kids meeting famous historical people.
Ah shit... I never knew the guy's name, but his face was a beloved part of my childhood. As I grew up, my admiration for him only grew. Crazy, crazy guy, but very funny with it.
I feel pretty bad that only now do I find out who exactly he was.
Don LaFontaine- or the bloke that does all those "In a world where... etc." voiceovers for trailers.
What will become of the movie industry now?!?
cinema will be silent again.
Quote from: "M.I.K."The Erasmus Microman thing I mentioned, basically was a, (more educational), version of Doctor Who, but on ITV and with an even more limited budget. He travelled back through time with a couple of kids meeting famous historical people.
yeah, and he looked like a kiddy fiddler.
I hadn't wanted to say anything...
Guy creeped my out as a kid, though I grew less affeared as I got older.
Jerry Reed, composer of "Guitar Man" and the CB-talkin' Snowman from the "Smokey & the Bandit" series. Born in my hometown of Atlanta and died in my favorite major American city, Nashville at age 71.
Aw, poop! This thread just gets more and more depressing.
East bound and down.
Quote from: "Matt Timson"Don LaFontaine- or the bloke that does all those "In a world where... etc." voiceovers for trailers.
What will become of the movie industry now?!?
"In a World ruled by Fear and Violence a Hero will Rise ...................."
I will miss movie trailer voiceover guy.
Quote from: "Buttonman"He'll always be Roger from the Anniversary Party episode of Fawlty Towers for me.
I dont know him from anything else.
Richard Wright from Pink Floyd //http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/7617363.stm
Richard Wright - Keyboard player from Pink Floyd
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7618198.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7618198.stm)
Grange Hill
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7617644.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7617644.stm)
bloody hell i'd avoided this thread for a while, cos like death is a depressing subject, but lemme tell you reading it all in one go is no picnic, i shall visit little & oftener.. we need a congratulations on babies born today thread or heroic deeds done to redress the balance.
Stop bloody dying people !
Paul Newman.
http://uk.news.yahoo.com/skynews/200809 ... d0ae9.html (http://uk.news.yahoo.com/skynews/20080927/twl-screen-legend-paul-newman-dies-3fd0ae9.html)
I've been sitting here watching a Paul Newman,marathon --'Cool Hand Luke', 'Colour of Money', 'Towering Inferno'.-- wondering about his health and then I read this.........
//http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0061512/board/nest/118821943
......... in the IMDB forum under 'Cool Hand Luke'.
The first time I watched the whole film, all the way through. It me had thinking ' Why didn't they all try to escape together?'
Don't know what his best know line was, over all.
By my own reckoning his best films were those I'm watching now, and maybe 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid' and 'The Hustler Movie'.
Looking this up now.
Nothing attracts my attention here.
Always thought he'd my a great --well known character from Mega City One, always wearing the Pin Strip suit and bowler hat, but I forget his name.-- since i had first seen the rerun of 'The Colour of Money'
( Watching this now.) last year.
I always wondered what he really puts in his Salad Dressing. Because it was always referred to as Paul Newman's own.
All I can add here is that I hope he Rests in Piece.
Quote from: "Matt Timson"Paul Newman.
http://uk.news.yahoo.com/skynews/200809 ... d0ae9.html (http://uk.news.yahoo.com/skynews/20080927/twl-screen-legend-paul-newman-dies-3fd0ae9.html)
I heard that the cancer thing was all bullshit, he died from eating 51 hard boiled eggs.
Former Sky News presenter Bob Friend
//http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/UK-News/Bob-Friend-Former-Sky-News-Presenter-Dies-Aged-70-After-Suffering-From-Cancer/Article/200810115115343?videoSourceID=ec6e1ae93acdc110VgnVCM1000005d04170aRCRD&lpos=UK_News_Article_Inline_Player_List_0&lid=ARTICLE_15115343_Bob_Friend_Former_Sky_News_Presenter_Dies_Aged_70_After_Suffering_From_Cancer
Far-Right Austrian loon Joerg Haider:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/7666065.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/7666065.stm)
I would generally mourn the passing of most human beings, but this one has really left the world no poorer. Good riddance!
Cheers
Jim
Levi Stubbs.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7677004.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7677004.stm)
Michael Crichton, author of Jurassic Park, among others.
//http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7711763.stm
That one was a shock- I didn't even know he was ill.
Reg Varney who should be saluted for retiring after his first heart attack and not dragging on his career past it's sell by date. Twenty years relaxing in Devon seems fair enough.
John Ringham, who'se face you'd recognise if nothing else. I think I'm right in saying he appeared in every programme ever made in Britain though he missed out on legend status when he was dropped from Dads Army after the first episode. He played a minor role in Ring Of Bright Water which means when he gets up to heaven and has to justify himself at the Pearly Gates he can justifiably kick them in and walk in like he owns the place. Played Tloxtl the baddy in Doctor Who and The Aztecs.
Quote from: "DavidXBrunt"John Ringham... Played Tloxtl the baddy in Doctor Who and The Aztecs.
Shame - I only finished watching The Aztecs for the very first time yesterday, and his performance really impressed.
Creator of Bagpuss, The Clangers, Ivor The Engine and other childrens classic TV shows..............Oliver Postgate.
QuoteOliver Postgate
Aw crap crap crappity crap. What a guy. Along with Jim Henson, Oliver Postgate was the (then unbeknowsnt to me) biggest fixture in my cultural life in the years before Star Wars. I still watch and enjoy his stuff, and The Clangers, Bagpuss and Ivor were successively my favourite programmes, or so my mother tells me. I still rate the arrival of the probe in the Clangers as one of the great TV moments, and a key influence on my love of SF and space exploration in general.
A real shame. Talented and funny when interviewed and creator of nice things from my childhood.
And I so used to like Bagpuss when I was a kid.
-Bouwel-
(Altogether: 'Heave! Heave!!')
"we will wash him we will... etc "
Emily loved him, and so did we. Very sad news indeed.
Also, R.I.P. Forrest J Ackerman.
Me and a few mates phoned Forrey Ackerman about 20 years ago.
There was a documentary on telly about him and in the docu the guy going to his house had to phone him (for directions or to arrange the interview or something) and it actually showed you the numbers he was dialing.
So, we got the international code for California (or wherever it was he was living) and called him.
To our amazement it actually was his number and we got an answer phone, we left a message and that was that.
About a week later Forrest called back to my mates phone and they chatted for about an hour.
A few weeks later a package arrived at my mates house packed with issues of Famous Monsters and other film related material as well as Ackerman postcards and keyrings.
The keyfob he sent had the message 'Remember me with every key. 4E 4E 4E 4E'
I also had a workmate who called at his house when on a trip to the states.
Forrey invited him in, showed him around the Ackerman Museum and then took him out to dinner!
A real top bloke and will be sadly missed. One of a kind.
That's amazing! I would have loved to have met him, or even had a look round his incredible house. I've never heard anyone say a bad word about him. When I heard he'd passed away I dug out my few copies of Famous Monsters of Filmland, it must have been such a lifeline to sci fi geeks all those years ago.
Bettie Page
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081212/ap_ ... ettie_page (http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081212/ap_en_ce/obit_bettie_page)
Quote from: "Matt Timson"Bettie Page
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081212/ap_ ... ettie_page (http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081212/ap_en_ce/obit_bettie_page)
A very sad one
Quote from: "Tweak72"Quote from: "Matt Timson"Bettie Page
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081212/ap_ ... ettie_page (http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081212/ap_en_ce/obit_bettie_page)
A very sad one
Indeed
Quote from: "Tweak72"A very sad one
But how sad
really? She lived to be 85. I for one didn't even know she was still alive, so her death came as a surprise to me. I'm glad Bettie Page lived, and that she lived to such an age as she did.
Quote from: "House of Usher"But how sad really? She lived to be 85. I for one didn't even know she was still alive, so her death came as a surprise to me. I'm glad Bettie Page lived, and that she lived to such an age as she did.
I have to admit, I'd assumed she was long dead.
I find this happens to me a lot on this thread. it's a weird momentery mood-swing: "Oh hey he/she's still alive! oh wait....damn!"
Van Johnson, who was the Minstrel in the '60s Batman.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28197683/ (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28197683/)
Kathy Staff, alias Norah Batty.
My Nan will be gutted
(//http://www.iknow-yorkshire.co.uk/hotel_pictures/9764a.jpg)
And so am I. Always like Summer Wine.
Get off my steps!
Ahhh, Nora Batty. The lady that taught me that this is what all women will become given time.
-Bouwel-
Majel Barrett
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7791210.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7791210.stm)
Jack Douglas from the Carry On films.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7789813.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7789813.stm)
-Bouwel-
Very sorry to hear about the great Majel Barrett. Her hilarious Lwxana Troi was one of the best things about TNG, and both Number 1 from The Cage and Nurse Chapel from TOS were, well, smokin'.
QuoteVery sorry to hear about the great Majel Barrett. Her hilarious Lwxana Troi was one of the best things about TNG, and both Number 1 from The Cage and Nurse Chapel from TOS were, well, smokin'.
And voice of some computers on many ships of Star Trek series, even films and new Star Trek film!
I'll raise a glass to Jack Douglas tonight. And then twitch sending the contents flying. spin round, and say 'Ph....way!'.
Harry Pinter.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7799708.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7799708.stm)
Just heard on the radio that Eartha Kitt has died of colon cancer. Can't find anything on the web yet. Sad news as she'll always be Catwoman to me with that purrrrrrrrr.
Wow yes, I forgot she was catwoman.
Mee-Oww
-Bouwel-
Harold
(pause)
Pinter
(longer pause)
Sad.
(Very long pause)
Rest In Peace.
A little bit sad to see the demise of Harold Pinter as although i didnt share a lot of his political views he was a very outspoken critic of war in Iraq - Blair - Brown etc.
I propose a minute's silence.
Today I watched my Gran pass away and I just wanted to say that without her ensuring my Grandad bought me comics on his way home from work on a Saturday I doubt if I would have discovered the amazing stories and people I have read and met.
Saturday mornings in front of the telly with a pile of comics was the highlight of my week.
From reading those bog paper comics, to winning an Eagle Award, working for the House Of Tharg for a short period of time and the people I class as friends I owe all to her, my life will be poorer for her absence but has been enriched because of her.
Edith Houghton
03/04/1926 – 02/01/2009
Very sorry to hear that Logan.
Aw commiserations Will. She sounded lovely, like a proper Gran!
Sincere condolences, Logan.
Donald Westlake died on the first. He was one of the most prolific crime novelists form the US under several pseudonymns the most famous of which is Richard Stark. Point Blank with Lee Marvin (as well as Mel Gibson's Payback, alas) is based on the Stark novel The Hunter. Not a great many crime novel readers on this board which I find, perhaps paradoxically, sort of odd. If John Wagner is not a crime writer at heart, he strikes me as one who regularly reads the genre.
Here's an interview Westlake did with The Onion AV club two years back. He comes off as a good guy and a writer who loves his work.
//http://www.avclub.com/content/node/55345
Apparently Pat Hingle, aka Commissioner Gordon has died.
http://www.aintitcool.com/node/39658 (http://www.aintitcool.com/node/39658)
Woolworths.
After only just turning 100 years old Woolworths finally passed away today, but not before the vultures descended on its' empty corpse...
//http://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/4022017.Scavengers_and_looters_pick_over_remains_of_Woolies/
Stooges guitarist Ron Asheton has died.
I'm glad I got to see them at the Royal Festival Hall in 2007.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7814150.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7814150.stm)
Quote from: "albion83uk"Stooges guitarist Ron Asheton has died.
I'm glad I got to see them at the Royal Festival Hall in 2007.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7814150.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7814150.stm)
Hopefully Iggy sorted him with some insurance before he died.
Christ Iggy- what are you doing???
Well if we can list Woolies I'm listing Last of the Summer Wine - though hopefully rumours are exagerated.
//http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/tv/a138873/bbc-denies-summer-wine-axe-reports.html
Singles.
//http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7817315.stm
One of my students yesterday told me and the rest of her class that N[spoiler]namor[/spoiler] W[spoiler]omsid[/spoiler] had died over Christmas. I said I was sure he couldn't have done, as it would have been widely reported if he had, and my friends on the Internet would have recorded the fact (here). I looked it up on google and found that the story had been mistakenly reported on Sky News on December 28th. Serves her right for watching Sky News, and for believing everything she hears!
Doomed to pass away in Xanadu; Dave Dee.
I forgot to mention I read online somewhere that John Travolta's sixteen year old son died sometime last week.
Quote from: "ThryllSeekyr"I forgot to mention I read online somewhere that John Travolta's sixteen year old son died sometime last week.
Not exactly "Staying Alive" for Travolta.
Sorry, couldn't resist. RIP.
OEW 11/2/1919 - 11/1/2009.
David Vine.
//http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/front_page/7824275.stm
And, more significantly, //http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/berkshire/7824999.stm
Oh, about John Travolta's son.
He died of seizure, while holidaying in the Bahama's.....
A dalek.
//http://www.thestage.co.uk/features/obituaries/feature.php/23101/john-scott-martin
Ah John Scott Martin. Spotting him has always been a fun game. As a jobbing actor he popped up all the time - for instance as a pirate in Monty Pythons Meaning of Life. His biggest starring role would have been RTDs Mine all Mine but, yeah, it's his Who connection he's most known for. A bit of a legend, with eccentric hair.
And great sideboards too. Sad news.
Patrick McGoohan.
//http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/7829267.stm
Wow...that was a shock...
-Bouwel-
Yeah- just read this one too!
Terrible news.
My favourite Columbo baddy. He'll be sadly missed.
He's a free man now.
Be seeing you Patrick.
After McGoohan, Columbo has lost a second guest villain from his fifth season in 24 hours. Ricardo Montalban, of Fantasy Island, died today.
Somebody put Robert Vaughn under police protection!
KHAAAAAAAAAAAAAN!!!
Sorry about that. It's me genes.
Quote from: "Grant Goggans"Somebody put Robert Vaughn under police protection!
And Leslie Nielssen under Police Squad protection.
Shame about Patrick McGoohan. Edward Longshanks was the standout part and high point of Braveheart.
There was a Ricardo Montalban block i remember.
No.6 Feet Under
very sad news , but credit where it's due buttonman
RIP Ricardo Montalban, thanks for great villain in Star Trek....
(//http://www.johnshoffner.com/images/trek/movies-villains-misc/kahn-ricardo-montalban.jpg)
From hell's heart, he stabs at thee!
Well, I sincerely hope not. Not a great actor, but a brilliant one - he was the thing that made me take note of Star Trek in the first place, and nothing it's been since has ever quite lived up to Khan. RIP.
God dammit, Longshanks and Khan in 24 hours? That's not on.
Good god. For some reason I thought Ricardo died years ago?
Have I been living in a time warp?
-Bouwel-
I was talking about the acting performance not Scottish history.
A good actor like Patrick McGoohan makes you really hate the villain onscreen.
I was watching a later Columbo with McGoohan recently and there was a great cheeky like when Columbo confides in the villain: "I've been putting people like you away for some 30 years now." Yes, people VERY like him, in fact at least three of them look identical!
McGoohan's a McGone'n.
Arses.
John Mortimer, creator of Rumpole of the Bailey, died in his sleep at the age of 85.
No doubt dreaming of She Who Must Be Obeyed
Quote from: "Daveycandlish"John Mortimer, creator of Rumpole of the Bailey, died in his sleep at the age of 85.
No doubt dreaming of She Who Must Be Obeyed
Damn you for beating this news to the board before me, Also RIP to him!
Just heard on the radio that Andrew Wyeth has, too, died in his sleep.
Oddly enough, the first time I came across his stuff was in the pages of Preacher, and it was all bloody lovely.
Bloody hell, that's quite a butcher's bill for one week.
I'm afraid we have to add Tony Hart to the list....
-Bouwel-
Aw, no! But at 83, that's not a bad innings. This from the BBC News website:
"The artist served as an officer in the 1st Gurkha Rifles in World War II, before joining a course at the Maidstone College of Art." - what a guy!
some important links for Tony Hart
//http://www.tonyhart.co.uk
//http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7836112.stm
//http://www.hazzamon.co.uk/roger.html
cue the Gallery one last time.
Grud speed Tony Hart. A genuinely decent man, and responsible for millions of kids learning to love art and drawing especially. Not sure I'd love comics as much as I do if it wasn't for the fascination with drawing that was kindled by avidly watching Take Hart as a sprog.
Now I'm depressed. RIP Tony.
There's just too many going too quickly
I genuinely feel quite gutted that Tony Hart has died, he seemed like a really great bloke.
I know he had a good long run, but I'm still terribly sad to hear of his passing, moreso to hear that he had lost the use of his hands for the last months of his life. I used to live for Take Hart, less so for the rather odd Hartbeat, and I've a great deal to thank Tony for.
Today marks exactly one month since my dear old Dad lost his fight with cancer and died.
Even though you didn't know it at the time, you guys have been a real support to me just by carrying on the usual board antics and providing me with an easy-to-access place to find something to crack a smile at. I'm not good at this sort of stuff (particularly with people I've never actually met), but I just wanted to say thanks to the lot of you for being here and doing your collective things. It's nice to know that normal stuff carries on.
Cheers.
Sorry to hear of your loss Samuel. I'm sure your Dad would be having a wry smile at being paid tribute to on a geeky comics board! Glad the usual gang of idiots helped you through a tough time. Won't stop you getting a slagging when appropriate though!
Ah, Samuel, that's tough. You hang in there, and rely on this geekfest as much as you need to!
All the best, mate.
- Trout
Quote from: "SamuelAWilkinson"Today marks exactly one month since my dear old Dad lost his fight with cancer and died.
Even though you didn't know it at the time, you guys have been a real support to me just by carrying on the usual board antics and providing me with an easy-to-access place to find something to crack a smile at. I'm not good at this sort of stuff (particularly with people I've never actually met), but I just wanted to say thanks to the lot of you for being here and doing your collective things. It's nice to know that normal stuff carries on.
Cheers.
Sorry for your lost, and apologies if my typical boorishness led to any offence.
I just found out that Nancy Bird Walton passed away on the 13th of this month aged 93.
She was one of the early female pilots and she's also had an Airbus A380 named after her in the Quantas fleet.
They don't make them like her very often.
"Nancy Bird Walton"
Didn't she go on 20 questions with Groucho Marx?
Bob May, best remembered for playing The Robot on the TV Series "Lost In Space", passed away early Sunday morning of congestive heart failure.
(//http://img104.imageshack.us/img104/5127/mourningmorphqw3.jpg)
Mahmut Aygun, inventor of the doner kebab
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/foodanddrink ... -died.html (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/foodanddrink/4295701/The-man-who-invented-the-doner-kebab-has-died.html)
John Updike, author.
Is the Angel of Death on comission at the moment?
-Bouwel-
The wonderful John Martyn.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/gla ... 858458.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7858458.stm)
Quote from: "satchmo"The wonderful John Martyn.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/gla ... 858458.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7858458.stm)
FFS !!!
and anger.
I am going to listen to Sundays Child now.He was living in Hastings when he wrote that LP and Solid Air.
Also passed, Charles Schneer (//http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20090126/people_nm/us_schneer) who produced many of those amazing Ray Harryhausen monster films, including Jason & the Argonauts (my absolute childhood holiday favorite!) and 7th Voyage of Sinbad.
Kim Manners prolific director of television drama, including many episodes of The X-Files. He also directed the first episode of Supernatural, amongst others, and the first episode of season four.
If you're not watching Supernatural you should. More fun than you can imagine.
Billy Powell, keyboardist in Lynard Skynard.
Hans Beck, the inventor of Playmobil.
Does this mean we can expect a funeral or crematorium set soon?
-Bouwel-
Cramps Singer Lux Interior Dead At 62
Lux Interior, lead singer of The Cramps, passed away this morning due to an existing heart condition at Glendale Memorial Hospital in Glendale, California at 4:30 AM PST today. Lux has been an inspiration and influence to millions of artists and fans around the world. He and wife Poison Ivy's contributions with The Cramps have had an immeasurable impact on modern music.
The Cramps emerged from the original New York punk scene of CBGB and Max's Kansas City, with a singular sound and iconography. Their distinct take on rockabilly and surf along with their midnight movie imagery reminded us all just how exciting, dangerous, vital and sexy rock and roll should be and has spawned entire subcultures. Lux was a fearless frontman who transformed every stage he stepped on into a place of passion, abandon, and true freedom. He is a rare icon who will be missed dearly.
Quote from: "johnnystress"Cramps Singer Lux Interior Dead At 62
Bloody hell. That's a real shame. Because he looked like he'd died about 30 years ago, there was always that feeling that he'd go on forever. I'll sadly have to remove The Cramps from my list of bands to see if I ever get the chance. :(
Ivan Cameron, David Cameron's son - RIP
Miserable harridan Wendy Richard.
Quote from: "Wils"Miserable harridan Wendy Richard.
i thought she already was
Poor old Wendy Richard (not 'Richards' as stated on the BBC subtitles in the gym) to be forever remembered as 'Pauline from the laundrette' by many. To me she'll always be the lovely Miss Brahms who made even that brown uniform sexy. She was also in Carry on Girls and had a number one single - good effort!
QuoteTo me she'll always be the lovely Miss Brahms who made even that brown uniform sexy.
Ditto, one of my very earliest crushes was cheeky Miss Brahms... along with Sugar Kane Kowalczyck, Calamity Jane and errr Floella Benjamin.
Incidentally, Pauline Fowler's descent into horrid lonely shrewishness so closely echoed the personality of her own mother, the dreaded Lou Beale, that it was actually kind of brilliant. Richard was quite correct not to allow Pauline to remarry.
And I know her politics stank, but I wasn't voting for her.
She'll always be Miss Brahms to me.
Happy memories from childhood when TV was worth watching.
-Bouwel-
At only fifty-nine and still running the London Snickers, Floella shouldn't be crossing the finishing line on this thread any time soon.
Quote...Floella shouldn't be crossing the finishing line on this thread any time soon.
I should hope not! I hate this bloody thread and its catalogue of the inevitable, but I can't stay away.
Ah Floella. She's appeared in The Sarah Jane Adventures, don't you know.
Randy Bewley, guitarist for the seminal Athens band Pylon, died yesterday at age 53.
Pylon was the first band I saw when I moved to Athens in 1989, reopening the Georgia Theatre.
Kelly Groucutt, bass player with ELO, died last week aged 63 from a heart attack.
It's bloody never ending isn't it?
I will always remember Wendy Richards from when she got her jugs out in one of the carry on films, cant remember which at the mo.
V
Quote from: "DavidXBrunt"Ah Floella. She's appeared in The Sarah Jane Adventures, don't you know.
And, uh . . . Run, Fatboy, Run.
QuoteI will always remember Wendy Richards from when she got her jugs out in one of the carry on films, cant remember which at the mo.
Think you might be thinking of another Eastend matriarch there, vzzbux. I've heard rumours she had an unclad role in A Cockwork Orange, but if she did I never noticed her.
There are pictures out there of Wendy Richards jubblies as well from back in the 60's.
Umm...someone told me this of course. Yes.
-Bouwel-
Quote from: "Eric Plumrose"Quote from: "DavidXBrunt"Ah Floella. She's appeared in The Sarah Jane Adventures, don't you know.
And, uh . . . Run, Fatboy, Run.
Can I just say how much I hate Run, Fatboy, Run? I was writing a script for years and then that came along with too many similarities to mine so I had to junk all the work.
Floella Benjamin is hot.
+++TRANSMISSION ENDS+++
Quote from: "vzzbux"I will always remember Wendy Richards from when she got her jugs out in one of the carry on films, cant remember which at the mo.
She will always be remembered for her two career-defining parts.
ADE
Can I just state, as someone from a slightly younger generation, that even thinking about Pauline Fowler in that way is just plain wrong.
She could have done my duvets any day....
-Bouwel-
She definatly got her paps out in a carry on film. I think it was one of the school ones and she was in a fight with Bab's Windsor.
V
Aw maaan, the RIPs thread is turning into the Nips thread!
Speaking of which, some of my earliest and fondest memories are of being transfixed by the length of Floella Benjamin's nipples. Happy days!
QuoteShe definatly got her paps out in a carry on film. I think it was one of the school ones and she was in a fight with Bab's Windsor.
I bow to your superior knipoledge.
Quote from: "Pete Wells"Aw maaan, the RIPs thread is turning into the Nips thread!
Speaking of which, some of my earliest and fondest memories are of being transfixed by the length of Floella Benjamin's nipples. Happy days!
I must have missed that episode of Play School!
Geoffrey Smith, legendary gardener who inspired thousands. Not bad for a Yorkshireman
Tord, it's just the fact my head is full of useless shit.
Anyway back to the Thread
On a personal note I have just found out that an old friend who I haven't been in contact with died about 4 years ago.
R.I.P Mark, You were a dick sometimes bit still a good friend.
V
Quote from: "TordelBack"QuoteShe definatly got her baps out in a carry on film. I think it was one of the school ones and she was in a fight with Bab's Windsor.
I bow to your superior knipoledge.
Unfortunately, he's completely wrong.
Richards appeared in two Carry Ons, and got her baps out in neither. I suspect Vzzbuxx is thinking of this scene //http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5fIvx6uQ0s&feature=PlayList&p=3DB812156B9505D2&playnext=1&index=31 from Carry On girls. You'll see Richards stood just behind Babs' shoulder at the start of the scene, and then she's just sort of stood around at the end looking on, still clothed, and doesn't actually do any fighting.
And now I've just seen Vzzbuxx's above post and feel kinda bad.
Sorry pal.
Hey no worries Dark Jimbo
With the film I was young when I saw that film and with all those jubblies flying around who looks at faces.
V
I had no idea Richards was in it to be honest, I just remembered it definately wasn't her who got de-bra-ed.
The fact that I'm 24 and able to recall so much about Carry On Girls is probably doing no favours for my street cred, either.
My free 2000ad mug from my subscription. GAAAAAH twas my own stupidity.
V
All boarders will now observe a 2 minute silence....
-Bouwel-
My mum.
Jeez sorry to hear that Umpty, hope you are coping OK.
Sincere condolences.
Sorry to hear that. Hope you and your family are bearing up.
Thank you.
Excuse me while I ramble on here....
It wasn't compleatly out of the blue but happened much sooner and quicker than expected.
She was diagnosed with lung cancer just before christmas (a heavy smoker years ago but had given up about 12 years ago) and started therapy in the new year.
She seemed to be handling the therapy quite well and was still able to go about her business pretty much as normal, maybe not getting about quite as much, getting tired etc...
Last Satrday dad had a bad night with her, she was very confused and halucinating about people in the room with her.
Got the doctor out on sunday, she said mum had very low blood pressure and very high blood sugar level (she was also diabetic), treated her and said she should get back to normal over the next few days.
She went to sleep sunday night and my sister couldn't wake her up on monday morning so ambulance to local hospital and a phone call to me at work telling me to get to hospital as soon as possible.
I think she was still alive when I got there but died soon after.
She had slipped into a diabetic coma in her sleep and also had a heart attack.
But, it was all very quick so no suffering involved at all.
As far as she knows she went to sleep on sunday night and is still sleeping, doesn't even know she's dead.
Much better like this rather than a long drawn out painful process of the cancer slowly killing her.
My very sincerest condolences, Uncle Ump. We could all hope for so peaceful an exit, but I know that makes it no easier for you and your family.
Ump- really sorry to hear that, man- really hope you're coping okay.
Sincere condolences Unc
My sincere condolences to you.
-Bouwel-
I'm so sorry to hear that Uncle Umpty.
Sincere condolences to you and your family.
As above Unc. Lost mine a few years back and still miss her now and again.
Genuinely sorry to hear that, Ump. Condolences to you and your family.
Best,
Jim
My condolences too, Uncle Ump.
I lost my father two years ago to a chest infection (don't let anyone tell you the flu jab is completely safe) and my mother is currently in the late stages of kidney failure (kidney function down to 6%). What with that and the diabetes, heart disease, immobility and blindness, we've been expecting the worst since Christmas.
Take care of yourself Ump. I appreciate how difficult things are for you right now.
Sincere condolences - that is very sad news.
Thoughts with you as well, Worldshown.
I was there three years ago. My father passed away three years ago almost to the day. It all started with a fall in the garden and an operation one year later. He had to endure physiotherapy for a year because they didn't diagnose a broken hip. He went in for the operation and the rest was, well, sheer hell. Multiple organ failure, another break of the joint, infection. There are few mercies when someone leaves us. All we can hope for is a painless end.
(Sorry guys for such a depressing addition to this thread.)
My sincere condolences Jon.
Dave.
My condolences Uncle Ump.
Sad news, my thoughts are with you.
V
thoughts are with you at this sad time.
filip
Sorry Ump.
manly hug
My own mother died 7 years ago next week - again not sudden, but it's always too soon. I think of her quite a bit, but especially when I see the daffodils coming through.
Sincere condolences Unc Ump.
Hope you can keep as positive as you can Worldshown.
M.
Ali Bongo, magician.
-Bouwel-
Nice obit of Ali Bongo on Down The Tubes, I had no idea he was magic advisor on Talons of Weng Chiang.
http://downthetubescomics.blogspot.com/ ... -dies.html (http://downthetubescomics.blogspot.com/2009/03/tv-magician-ali-bongo-dies.html)
Hey Unc, sorry to hear for your loss. I lost my dad to lung cance about 18 years ago. He was exposed to asbestos where he worked. Now, yesterday, I lost my brother but not sure of the details yet. He would have been 65yrs old in August (Richard Ward Crites 1944 - 2009)
Will
Ump, Critter: My sincere condolences to you both.
Really sorry to hear that, Will.
Hope you're holding up.
Thanks for the words all. There are somethings that may never go answered. But things have to go forward.
critter
Sorry to hear about your brother, thoughts are with you at this sad time.
flip
Life does go on and i speak from experience .
to you and family, my thoughts and prayers.
that you share such things here, shows a sense of friendship amongst the board.
may it comfort you in this darkest of times
DD.
Ron SIlver.
Quote from: "Devons Daddy"to you and family, my thoughts and prayers.
that you share such things here, shows a sense of friendship amongst the board.
may it comfort you in this darkest of times
DD.
I feel like I can come to the board tell y'all anything, and I have. Though I've never met any board member face to face, you feel like old friends.
Natasha Richardson
And to critter... so sorry to hear that.
Critter. Hugs.
Jade GOODY GOODY GOODY
Quote from: "TheEdge"Jade GOODY GOODY GOODY
Not yet :(
Quotebut sad news of Natasha Richardson
Horrible. The thought of her two young boys growing up without their mum breaks my heart.
QuoteNot yet but the media make her out to be like Princess Diana!!! WTF?
Yeah, that's not very fair. Jade got off her arse and made herself a celebrity. Diana just married one.
Very sincere condolences to you and your family Critter, I can't imagine what it would be like to lose one of my brothers.
Jade Goody has finally gone. Prepare for a week of "tributes" in the trashier papers and glossy gossip magazines
I can hardly wait....
-Bouwel-
QuotePrepare for a week of "tributes" in the trashier papers and glossy gossip magazines
Wasn't that last week? And the week before that.
Poor kid.
Quote from: "Daveycandlish"Jade Goody has finally gone. Prepare for a week of "tributes" in the trashier papers and glossy gossip magazines
yeah
but think it will last for month! bugger!
Bah, it's sad of course but I hate to think how much the odious Max Clifford has made out of the whole affair.
Regardless of what anyone thinks of Jade Goody and how she chose to court publicity via Max Clifford with tabloids etc she still died a horrible death from Cancer at a young age and she left behind a husband and 2 kids.
I cannot stand Max Clifford anyway.
So i find comments like JADE GOODY GOODY GOODY a little bit distasteful really but perhaps its because i have experienced this with a very close family member.
I quite liked her myself because she was real and had no pretensions and didnt give a toss what anyone thought of her.
Hmm, I ain't knocking her Peter, my mother died the same way but if anything, 'real' is not a word I'd use to describe her.
People who "don't give a toss what anyone thinks" don't hire expensive PR companies to manage their image. How much time and work did she put into trying to prove she wasn't really racist?
Being in the papers, glossies and on TV was Jade's career - thus investing in PR to improve her business was a wise move. Maximising revenues from her tragic young death was a pragmatic way to ensure financial security for her family, and Clifford is the best at his odious job, so I say fair play to her. My beef is with the mindless people who create this vile market by buying, reading and watching this worthless degrading shit. To them, i'd say: if you actually care about a terminally ill mother you don't know then get your arse down the hospice, or ring up a cancer research charity, and see what you can do to help, rather than fattening oily bastards with your vicarious crocodile tears.
That name rings a bell.
Didn't she do something big a few years ago on Big Brother.
Quote from: "dandontdare"People who "don't give a toss what anyone thinks" don't hire expensive PR companies to manage their image. How much time and work did she put into trying to prove she wasn't really racist?
You win the argument in that respect but to a certain extent it comes with the territory of being a "Celebrity".
Whatever. I sort of liked her and she is dead .
Lets not argue about her.
So, she got ridiculed for thinking Cambridge is in London and thinking that East Anglia was abroad.
I didn't like her much, but she didn't deserve that. And her family definitely didn't deserve it.
Horribly young age to die. I think it's a real shame- especially for her kids.
There seems to have been an outpouring of bile directed at her of late along the lines of "why should she be more deserving of sympathy than anyone else just because she's been in the glossies.?" Well yeah, but why should she be any less deserving? This woman has been wasting away from a terrible illness that I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy. People should show a litle more respect, if only for her kids sake.
I am sad that Jade Goody passed away, nasty cancer, as I am doing Great North Run this sept for Cancer Research UK... but I dont want to give her a bad name, example just how people used her!
in last few weeks, anything bad happens with Jade, who first on phone list? her kids or Max Clifford ???
and about Jack, but sorry if i am nasty but he wasnt with Jade when he gone to Prison, and when Jack out for Jade's sake, he not looks in love, and that he just used her, and that wedding!
rest in peace Jade.
Quote from: "Goaty"I am sad that Jade Goody passed away, nasty cancer, as I am doing Great North Run this sept for Cancer Research UK... but I dont want to give her a bad name, example just how people used her!
in last few weeks, anything bad happens with Jade, who first on phone list? her kids or Max Clifford ???
and about Jack, but sorry if i am nasty but he wasnt with Jade when he gone to Prison, and when Jack out for Jade's sake, he not looks in love, and that he just used her, and that wedding!
rest in peace Jade.
You can't really fault her for
that though- she's freely admitted to wanting to earn as much money as she could to set her kids up for the future. Hopefully, this includes some kind of trust fund- just in case the husband turns out to be a bit... unreliable, let's say- and decides to blow the lot on easy living.
If you guys don't mind i'd like to add an RIP for my Dad who died last week aged 65.
Just an ordinary chap who'se greatest achievement was to design and build the memorial gardens in which his ashes will be spread (oh and to play for the city footy club unti he was 40).
He'll be missed.
Sorry to hear that, Fishy.
-Bouwel-
Thank you Bouwel, much appreciated.
An Ump.. so sorry to hear that. I feel for you mate, this is a horrible horrible time.
My Mum has been battling cancer for years and we very nearly lost her but she clung on and has fought back. I am so sorry for what you guys have gone through.
My dad seemed fine, he had Dystonia but it is not fatal. Sadly he had an aneurism out of the blue and died within minutes. Gutted.
Sounds like a real contribution right there, Fishy. Sincerest condolences on your loss.
Thanks Tordelbacl, much appreciated.
Genuinely sorry to hear that Fishy.
I remember back last year we posted that we had very similar experiences with our parents' or step parents' illnesses.
It's never easy when something comes right out of the blue like that.
I say hats off to what she has achieved for herself and for cervical cancer, she pushed the awareness up in a few months to what I would have taken years for campaigners. In her position would any of you not tried to cash in to secure a long term future for your family, I know I certainly would.
V
Hang on in there all the recently bereaved.
Sorry to hear about your plight fishy, cancer is a horrible affliction that nobody should suffer.
I should read previous posts before I post my babble.
V
Quote from: "worldshown"Genuinely sorry to hear that Fishy.
I remember back last year we posted that we had very similar experiences with our parents' or step parents' illnesses.
It's never easy when something comes right out of the blue like that.
Thak you. Yes,we did. Not easy at all as you know.
Mum with her cancer and then her hubby (who i was close to) passing from a stroke during it. Terrible.
Now this,. fair play to my Dad, he has been a real friend to her this past couple of years and really tried to build bridges and be a friend. So sad he's gone like this. I felt bad when Jim died but this my real Dad and a bond that you can't have with anyone else, absolutely gutted.
Thanks also to Pete and Vzz.
Very sorry to hear that, Fishy.
I was out with my Dad today, who's also 65. I realise now how lucky I am to still have him.
Quote from: "JayzusB.Christ"Very sorry to hear that, Fishy.
I was out with my Dad today, who's also 65. I realise now how lucky I am to still have him.
Thank you
Indeed mate, makes me realise all the more that every day with our loved ones is a gift.
Sorry to hear that fishy.
sorry to hear about your sad loss Fishy, thoughts are with you .
flip
Fishy, that's terrible... very sorry for you.
It's not fun is it!?
My dad is 73ish and fit as a fiddle... cycles EVERYWHERE... for miles and miles, but these things can just come out of the blue.
Quote from: "Something Fishy"If you guys don't mind i'd like to add an RIP for my Dad who died last week aged 65.
Just an ordinary chap who'se greatest achievement was to design and build the memorial gardens in which his ashes will be spread (oh and to play for the city footy club unti he was 40).
He'll be missed.
Really sorry for your loss, Kev. Hope you and the rest of your family are bearing up ok, all things considered.
I hope you come out of this okay Fishy.
Nicholas Hughes, son of Ted and Sylvia. Suicide.
Quote from: "Godpleton"Nicholas Hughes, son of Ted and Sylvia. Suicide.
That is actually rather sad news.
Quote from: "Uncle Umpty"Fishy, that's terrible... very sorry for you.
It's not fun is it!?
My dad is 73ish and fit as a fiddle... cycles EVERYWHERE... for miles and miles, but these things can just come out of the blue.
No, it's a horrible feeling. Never felt as bad before, even in some awful times.
This is the thing isn't it, we really must cherish our loved ones because we have no idea when their time is due.
Thanks Wils and Godp, really appreciated.
Quote from: "Tweak72"Quote from: "Godpleton"Nicholas Hughes, son of Ted and Sylvia. Suicide.
That is actually rather sad news.
Dear me, that's awful.
My condolences too, Fishy.
Quote from: "Krombasher"My condolences too, Fishy.
Thanks Krom, appreciate it.
Thomas E. Dever Jr (1971 - 2009). I worked with this guy for almost two years. Last time I saw him he was joking and eating. He was getting ready for work and had a massive heart attack.
Will
So sorry to hear that Fishy. This weekend it's three years since my father passed away and we are having a memorial service. Thoughts are with you in these difficult times.
Quote from: "critter"Thomas E. Dever Jr (1971 - 2009). I worked with this guy for almost two years. Last time I saw him he was joking and eating. He was getting ready for work and had a massive heart attack.
Will
Jeez... he's younger than me... this sort of thing certainly makes you stop and think.
Quote from: "His Lordship rac"Quote from: "critter"Thomas E. Dever Jr (1971 - 2009). I worked with this guy for almost two years. Last time I saw him he was joking and eating. He was getting ready for work and had a massive heart attack.
Will
Jeez... he's younger than me... this sort of thing certainly makes you stop and think.
Gosh that's sad. He's my age. Makes you realise that you need to make the best of every day you have.
I'm not very good at that, wasting far too much time worrying about silly things. I need to chill and enjoy my time much more becuase, when your number is called, your time is up.
Very sad.
Quote from: "SuperSurfer"So sorry to hear that Fishy. This weekend it's three years since my father passed away and we are having a memorial service. Thoughts are with you in these difficult times.
Thank you.
I hope the service goes well. My best wishes to you and your family.
We're having a service to spread Dads ashes in a couple of weeks. I think it will be a fitting tribute to him, spreading him in a place that he really put his heart and soul into creating. Those gardens have brought comfort to so many and now theywill to us, his children. It will bring a smile to my face once the initial hurt settles, I am sure of that.
Just read that Andy Hallett who played Lorne in Angel has died due to heart failure. He'd had a 5 year battle with heart disease and was only 33.
Quote from: "COMMANDO FORCES"Just read that Andy Hallett who played Lorne in Angel has died due to heart failure. He'd had a 5 year battle with heart disease and was only 33.
That is sad.
Quote from: "Tweak72"Quote from: "COMMANDO FORCES"Just read that Andy Hallett who played Lorne in Angel has died due to heart failure. He'd had a 5 year battle with heart disease and was only 33.
That is sad.
Shockingy young again. Sad indeed.
Quote from: "COMMANDO FORCES"Just read that Andy Hallett who played Lorne in Angel has died due to heart failure. He'd had a 5 year battle with heart disease and was only 33.
That's horrible.
(//http://www.bbc.co.uk/cult/buffy/angel/images/340/s4_lorne3.jpg)
RIP Andy Hallett, thanks for give us good enjoyment to Angel...
My favorite demon.
I had often considered him to be the closet thing to Tharg in showbuisness.
Maurice Jarre.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7971223.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7971223.stm)
31/03/09 Raul Alfonsin , president of Argentina 1983-1989
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7975788.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7975788.stm)
A great man
Lennie Bennett.
Remember him? Host of Celebrity Squares inthe 80's if I remember rightly, and one the Comedians in the 70's.
Quote from: "Daveycandlish"Lennie Bennett.
Remember him? Host of Celebrity Squares inthe 80's if I remember rightly, and one the Comedians in the 70's.
I remember him. Sad news.
Marilyn Chambers.
Hmmm, I was googling Marilyn Chambers to see who she was just as Mrs Pete came in, thanks for that Buttonman!
That's fine story Pete nd you stick to it!
For those not in the know Marilyn Chambers was porn star of the old school before they all became pumped up and plasticy, not that I watch that sort of thing. She also did some mainstream films, notably David Cronenberg's 'Rabid'.
Randy Cain of The Delfonics, RIP.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zf2OGsI0 ... re=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zf2OGsI0qbU&feature=related)
Clement Freud at 84.
Grandson of Sigmund, brother of Lucien, father of Emma - that's a talented family tree!
Just a Minute will never be the same
one of the members of ZZTOP i heard died yesterday.
one of the two brothers with the beards.
fine videos, great fun music, not sure his name was just on the radio.
if thats a fact its a sad one, got to have been a decent way to spend a drunken evening at one of their gigz.
http://tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:yNZ ... zz_top.jpg (http://tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:yNZEwBukCdGfYM:http://www.retrokingamps.com/images/zz_top.jpg)
Quote from: "Daveycandlish"Clement Freud at 84.
Grandson of Sigmund, brother of Lucien, father of Emma - that's a talented family tree!
Just a Minute will never be the same
Yeah heard this one this morning. Great shame that, always my favourite Just a Minute panelist. Even heard him win once!
Just heard about Clement Feud on the news. He was a bit of a hero of fine, including for being a great panellist on Just a Minute, but also for his gastronomic writing. I hadn't heard about Lennie Bennet though; and to be honest I don't think I was even aware he was still alive, yet he was still only 70. I used to really like him on Punchlines, and on Celebrity Squares before that. He and Kenny Lynch (also 70) made a great team.
What? No mention of Peter Rogers? For shame on you all.
Only found out about Peter Rogers when I got to work and checked the news page on BBC.
I wonder if they will go ahead with the new Carry On film he was planning? To be honest, I hope not. The last one was bloody awful. Let's hope we get a re-run on TV of them all instead
Gosh , more sad RIP's this week.
Quote from: "DavidXBrunt"What? No mention of Peter Rogers? For shame on you all.
I was tidying up for family visitors that day, so had no news that day, or any day during their visit. I would have noticed !
Blimey, If I'm half as sharp as Clement Freud when I'm in my '80s, I'll be five times as sharp as I am right now. I'll miss his Just A Minute genius hugely, particularly his hilarious interruptions.
I met Clement Feud in the 1970's (probably around the summer of '77...the Star Wars summer) in Llandudno. He walking along the pier as one of the political parties used to have their annual conference there.
Seemed like a nice chap from what very little I can remember (I'd probably seen some ice-cream and a baloon at the time).
True story.
-Bouwel-
Quote from: "Daveycandlish"I wonder if they will go ahead with the new Carry On film he was planning?
Sad, I maintain there wasn't a single bad Carry On until the 70s ...though hopefully this will bring the current 'film' skidding to a halt. I can't believe there's so many respectible comic performers at Justin Lee Collins attached to this production (though hardly any of them actually actors). I for one won't miss seeing Brian Conley as 'Sid Plumber' (okay maybe I am a bit curious).
I think if they were ever goin go do a follow-up to Columbus they should have done a saucy parody of Four Weddings in its wake: "Carry On...Up The Aisle".
//http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0447886/
Quote from: "Daveycandlish"I wonder if they will go ahead with the new Carry On film he was planning? To be honest, I hope not. The last one was bloody awful. Let's hope we get a re-run on TV of them all instead
Would we notice? I don't think they've ever been OFF the telly!Carry on Screaming was always my favourite as it touched on horror/scifi themes, but i remember my mum had to explain "frying tonight" to me! I agree that they should be left to rest in peace - the Carry Ons could ONLY have been made in England and only in that period of time - they've already proved that the format just doesn't work in the 'modern' era
J G Ballad, writer. Wrote Crash and Empire of the Sun amongst others.
-Bouwel-
Quote from: "Devons Daddy"one of the members of ZZTOP i heard died yesterday.
one of the two brothers with the beards.
fine videos, great fun music, not sure his name was just on the radio.
if thats a fact its a sad one, got to have been a decent way to spend a drunken evening at one of their gigz.
http://tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:yNZ ... zz_top.jpg (http://tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:yNZEwBukCdGfYM:http://www.retrokingamps.com/images/zz_top.jpg)
As they've just announced a world tour for this summer, I suspect this to be untrue..!
It was the brother of ZZ Top's Dusty Hill that died.
I just heard about J.G. Ballard now. My girlfriend was quite a fan of his work. She's read Crash and High-rise. I read The Drowned World while I was on jury service.
Thank god you weren't on my jury, Ush, you're supposed to be listening to the evidence, not reading books!!
I wasn't on any jury; I was sitting in the waiting room for a fortnight waiting to be called!
When were you up before the beak?
When I was very young and very stupid and a tank regiment soldier, along with some other tankies, we decided to take on a group of Royal Green Jackets (infantry). A bar got wrecked and we got nicked, and I learnt a hard lesson. Not only did I get a conviction, I also got a good hiding!! These infantry lads are hard nuts!!!
Dave Arneson, father of RPGs
He co-created Dungeons & Dragons with Gary Gygax, but sadly had to later sue him to get his share of royalties when it took off
That's a shame. Out of hit points and off to roll D20s with the Great Dungeonmaster. I used to love a bit of D&D in me youth.
Bea Arthur - Dorothy from the Golden Girls - from cancer at 86.
To be honest, I thought she was dead already
Quote from: "Daveycandlish"To be honest, I thought she was dead already
Sadly,l this could actually be the slogan for this thread
QuoteBea Arthur
Damn. There goes all hope of a sequel to the Star Wars Holiday Special.
QuoteThere goes all hope of a sequel to the Star Wars Holiday Special.
Quietly and sadly puts away his Wookiee length nylon robe.-Bouwel-
Quote from: "Daveycandlish"To be honest, I thought she was dead already
Just for a change, I didn't. I heard the news on Radio 4 last night in the car.
Quote from: "Daveycandlish"Bea Arthur - Dorothy from the Golden Girls - from cancer at 86.
To be honest, I thought she was dead already
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
(For reasons that may, or may not, become apparent....)
Coming soon to a House of Tharg product near you, a strip that features copious references to Bea Arthur, art by PJ...
Dom DeLuise, aged 75.
//http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8035035.stm
I hate this thread.
Shit! Just saw the Robot Chicken ep last week with Burt & Dom as themselves. I watched Cannonball run well over 50 times as a kid. V Sad :(
Dom Deluise and Harvey Korman....
both from Blazing Saddles
Goddamn - I loved that guy in Cannonball Run
Shocked. Liked his character in Stargate SG1
V
QuoteDom Deluise and Harvey Korman.... both from Blazing Saddles
Aww crap. This just gets worse and worse.
In memoriam:
//http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvHTeNThAo0
-Bouwel-
I loved The Cannonball Run when I was a kid - the fight outside the bar is classic. I reckon it looks like the most fun film to have been involved in ever. R.I.P Captain Chaos.
Harvey Korman's performance in Blazing Saddles is an absolute joy. Some consolation, one hopes, to everyone saddened by his departure from this mortal realm.
I've only just found out Malcolm Douglas aka J T Dogg died a couple of months ago.
//http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/news/Folk-band-play-tribute-.5197617.jp
I knew of him from his artwork in Oink! on stuff like Ham Dare and Street Hogs.
Blazing Saddles and Cannonball Run. Loved both th films as a kid. Though, I can barely stand to watch them now.
Sorry to hear about Dom Delouise's passing.
He was one more memroable comedian/actors and often along side Burt Reynolds.
I I belvoie his well known actor son will carry on the tradition his father left behind.
Harevy Korman less well known to me, but the face I found on google images rings a bell and rather liked his text book villain roles.
Quote from: "pauljholden"Quote from: "Daveycandlish"Bea Arthur - Dorothy from the Golden Girls - from cancer at 86.
To be honest, I thought she was dead already
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
(For reasons that may, or may not, become apparent....)
aaah...just seen the "next prog" teaser on this week's Dredd!
andy hallet aka "lorne " the host in "angel" age just 33! he had some heart complaint. way to young to go.
Soz Mog, Goaty did that a while ago but his demise at such a young age was sad non the less.
no probs, hadnt read the entire thread but its hardly a competition is it?
Indeed not.
Mogzillas reposting of this news actually brought a rather sobering thought to my mind that didn't occur to me at the time. It's to do with the number of actors from prominent shows of my not so distant youth that have since died, some of them shockingly young. 2 B5 regulars. 2 Angel regulars, Kevin Smith from Herc/Xena/Young Herc. All taken way before their time. Although Andreas Katsulas had a better run than te others he was still far from whats considered old in this day and age.
As I said, a sobering thought, but not neccesarily a morbid one cos even in typing these words I've been thinking of their great moments and it's brought a smile to my face.
Although Glenn Quinns last words in Angel took on an almost epically tragic tinge after the fact.
The quite wonderful Mr Danny La Rue has died.
A mainstay of my youth, I remember being convinced as a child that he really was a woman. My dad thought this was hilarious- only to be humiliated years later when he lost a pub bet that Boy George was a bird. Even when he finally had to admit he wasn't, he would not accept he was gay- merely "a showman". Ha! Methinks my dad secretly fancied Mr O'Dowd.
Sadly missed is Mr La Rue. Gone to the Good Old Days in the sky.
Steev
Milvina Dean, last living survivor of the Titanic disaster.
Sad news about the comic in a frock (his term, not mine). Always wanted to see Danny LaRue's stage show, but never got the chance. Guess I never will now. Bugger.
Kill Bill and Kung Fu star David Carradine has found dead... that's big shock!
oh no
Quote from: "Goaty"Kill Bill and Kung Fu star David Carradine has found dead... that's big shock!
Just read this too! Nearly shouted 'Fuck!' in the middle of the office.
Damned shame.
http://www.nationmultimedia.com/2009/06 ... 104421.php (http://www.nationmultimedia.com/2009/06/04/headlines/headlines_30104421.php)
Commited suicide by hanging aged just 72
Quote from: "Batson"http://www.nationmultimedia.com/2009/06/04/headlines/headlines_30104421.php
Commited suicide by hanging aged just 72
That is terrible. A great loss- and has actually made me quite upset.
But, I have to say, the English in that news report is UTTERLY APPALLING. Is it for real?
""Kung Fu" and "Kill Bill" star David Carradine was found hung himself in a closet in a hotel room in Bangkok on Wednesday, Thai police said."
"It was a hotel's maid who opened his suite on Thursday at 10 am only to find Carradine in a closet. He was described as behind half naked."
"Police investigation showed that he hung himself with a rope, the kind that is used with curtains."
"Police said he was dead for not less than 12 hours and found no sign of fighting and assaults."
Steev
Quote from: "Batson"Commited suicide by hanging aged just 72
Looking less like suicide according to the BBC:
"Thai police told the BBC the 72-year-old was found by a hotel maid sitting in a wardrobe with a rope around his neck and genitals on Thursday morning."
Very sad to hear this.
Terrible news.
Och, that's bad news indeed.
As ways to shuffle off this motal coil go, it's not in the top ten, is it? Naked in a wardrobe with a length of rope.
John Entwistle had a stripper and a pile of Columbian marching powder to breath his last against, and while that may be morally questionable for some, it beats being found in a wardrobe.
It's like some off kilter version of CLUEDO - "It was Kung Fu Carradine, in the wardrobe, with the rope!"
Sad news
may be a little micheal hutchense,
rope, Bangkok, hotel room.
its easily, arranged in that area, anything of that nature actaully is easily arranged.
so i am told. i would not know.
or maybe he signed one of those contracts. we all know which one.
Quote from: "Devons Daddy"its easily, arranged in that area, anything of that nature actually is easily arranged.
I think a rope and a closet are pretty easily arranged anywhere!
Flippancy aside, a sad loss. I absolutely LOVED Kung Fu as a kid. How many of us fantasised about kicking the crap out of all the bullies and gits that ever plagued us in the style of Kwai Chang Caine? That Gandhi-like pacifism combined with kick-ass martial arts, all in a western - genius!
seems i called David Carradines so called suicide correctly.
apparently the naked body, was found with a rope around his neck and genitals, and died of a heart attack which likely took place during an orgasm. an auto erotic asphysiation,
as i said, easily arranged in this region, pretty female companions to help with that far easier to find then in the west.
he is now up there with the whos bass giutarist, peter? in my book.
he was a cool icon,
did you know kung fu was created and first pilot written by BRUCE LEE? thats true that is, the network wanted a less chinese face to front it.
Damn, You beat me to it and I just went out told my father who said he this happened a few days back.
Surpised, when I first found this on the front page of my E-mail, because I thought this of bloke might have more resistance against the usual mortality of man.
A zen like quality.
//http://au.news.yahoo.com/a/-/newshome/5633597
When did this happen exactly?
I imagine that he is still with his cult following in the same fashion that Obi Wan Kenobi became --One with the force--.
Favorite quote?
Sorry, can't remember any there, no wait................. What was that thing his Character Master always said to Grasshopper. I don't know. Something about snatching the pebble from his hand.
Anyay, what might make a great tombstone?
Did I mention that I saw him at a convention once in Sydney --While Kill-Bill was Premiering--, but I was too shy to actualley approach the man.
Though he did walk past me, passing within a few feet of me.
Sorry, to see him leave this plane of existence, but never knew him personally myself.
David Eddings
http://www.fictionmatters.com/2009/06/0 ... ead-at-77/ (http://www.fictionmatters.com/2009/06/03/david-eddings-dead-at-77/)
http://www.thebookseller.com/news/87565 ... -dies.html (http://www.thebookseller.com/news/87565-fantasy-writer-david-eddings-dies.html)
http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2009/ju ... dings-dies (http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2009/jun/04/david-eddings-dies)
Regards
Robin
.... and here I have "Demon Lord Of Karanda" siiting in a pile of my heavy volumes on my desk.
I vagely recall reading afew pages of Sparhawk. I wasn't hooked, but soory to hear he's passed on as well.
No strange circumstances either.
Quote from: "Matt Nicholson"Quote from: "Batson"Commited suicide by hanging aged just 72
Looking less like suicide according to the BBC:
"Thai police told the BBC the 72-year-old was found by a hotel maid sitting in a wardrobe with a rope around his neck and genitals on Thursday morning."
really, if you're going to yank off while strangling yourself to death, shouldn't you do it with someone else? It's about time we had safety ads on telly for this sort of thing.
Quotereally, if you're going to yank yourself while strangling yourself to death, shouldn't you do it with someone else.
Aye, but why bother, if you have somebody else to hand (so to speak)? Maybe I'm just lazy.
Sorry to hear about Dave Eddings too, his Belgariad once got me through a very dull religious retreat spent in a damp youth hostel in north Wicklow.
I just dont know why these people cant just go to bed with a good book.
The only thing missing was David Carradine wasnt found with an orange in his mouth.
Sad news about David Eddings.
And unfortunately whenever people recall David Carradine it will be his ignominious end that is uppermost in their thoughts. Not a good way to be remembered. "Bound for glory", not quite.
QuoteAnd unfortunately whenever people recall David Carradine it will be his ignominious end that is uppermost in their thoughts
Ach, I don't think that's automatically so, not after a wee while. Plenty of folk have dodgy deaths but their lives outshine them. Odd autoeroticism is hardly the worst.
Quote from: "TordelBack"QuoteAnd unfortunately whenever people recall David Carradine it will be his ignominious end that is uppermost in their thoughts
Ach, I don't think that's automatically so, not after a wee while. Plenty of folk have dodgy deaths but their lives outshine them. Odd autoeroticism is hardly the worst.
Your right. lives like Vaughn Bodé, Stephen Milligan, Michael Hutchence or Kevin Gilbert to name but a few.
Snigger!
David Eddings (fantasy writer), 77.
-Bouwel-
Quote from: "Bouwel"David Eddings (fantasy writer), 77.
-Bouwel-
Aye, this news was posted on Tuesday, but the Carradine wank discussion would not be diverted!
But it's a fitting tribute to someone who basically rewrote the same story many times...
"But it's a fitting tribute to someone who basically rewrote the same story many times..."
What?? Neil Gaiman is dead???
Quote from: "Adrian Bamforth""But it's a fitting tribute to someone who basically rewrote the same story many times..."
What?? Neil Gaiman is dead???
Heh! Boom boom!
Can't believe David Eddings.
Absolutly love his books.
Such a shame.
V
Mitsuharu Misawa
Quote from: "Batson"Mitsuharu Misawa
Shocking. I suppose we shouldn't be surprised anymore, since his profession seems to have a higher mortality rate every year, but it's still always a blow.
Far too young too.
Colin Bean. What do you mean who? If you were a kid in the 70's or 90's you've seen his face dozens of times. He played Private Sponge in Dads Army. He was brought in as a featured extra, someone to give the odd line to who would be fit and healthy enough to move stuff if the plot required it. He was the head of the second company, standing behind Jonesy in the line up.
Farrah Fawcett
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8118426.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8118426.stm)
Quote from: "His Lordship rac"Farrah Fawcett
NOOOOOOOO!!! Let's hope one of the channels shows Saturn 5 as a tribute.
Farrah Fawcett died today.
And the other week (less important to my nascent sexuality, but very important regarding my eagerness to learn martial arts) David Carradine.
I wonder if Ms. Fawcett's death was as amusing as Carradine's?
Steven Wells.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/musicbl ... me-tribute (http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/musicblog/2009/jun/25/steven-wells-nme-tribute)
Michael Jackson.
Or not.
The BBC is saying that he wasn't breathing when the paramedics arrived, and the hospital isn't saying whether resuscitation was successful.
Jim
Michael Jackson (possibly).
That's a shocker...
crikey...
Michael Jackson still seems to be up in the air. Of course creatively he's been a spent force for decades.
From sky news -
Reports: 'Michael Jackson Has Died'Breaking NewsMichael Jackson dies in hospital after suffering a suspected heart attack, website TMZ has reported.
Read full story
Related Stories
Michael Jackson Delays First London Concerts
This Is It: Jacko Picks Comeback Gig Dancers Video : Lucky Dancers To Dance With Jacko
So he's died...but only delayed his concerts. He's coming back with dancers...
It's a sad business about Jackson. What great talent, and what a bloody mess of a life.
Sorry to hear about Fawcett too. I had an old poster of her in her Saturn 5 get-up cut from an issue of Starburst which I rather cherished at a certain point in my life.
BBC now confirmed Michael Jackson is officially dead.
Thriller anyone?
Looks like it's confirmed then.
Very surprised.
Quote from: "Roger Godpleton"Steven Wells.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/musicbl ... me-tribute (http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/musicblog/2009/jun/25/steven-wells-nme-tribute)
That's pretty sad.
Real shame to hear about Swells. I loved reading him, Chris Roberts, Steve Sutherland and the like in the NME and the Maker in the late 80s and early 90s.
Gonna have to get Off the Wall and Thriller out (don't think I actually have copies at the mo) and watch Moonwalker as well.
I didn't even like Swells stuff when I was an incredibly naive 14 year old who would have lapped that shit up.
Poor ol' Jacko.
The exact cause of death has yet to be determined, but early reports say that doctors have ruled out the sunshine, the moonlight and the good times.
Bloody hell is all I can say about that.
I don't suppose they'll stop hounding him now, but at least he won't be around to see it.
Quote from: "Mike Carroll"Poor ol' Jacko.
The exact cause of death has yet to be determined, but early reports say that doctors have ruled out the sunshine, the moonlight and the good times.
So the boogie has been up to its old tricks again.
Yeah, what a shocker about Michael Jackson. Got to say, Off the Wall is a fantastic album.
QuoteThe exact cause of death has yet to be determined, but early reports say that doctors have ruled out the sunshine, the moonlight and the good times.
Owwwwwwwwwwwww!
Quote from: "Gavin_Leahy"Quote from: "Mike Carroll"Poor ol' Jacko.
The exact cause of death has yet to be determined, but early reports say that doctors have ruled out the sunshine, the moonlight and the good times.
So the boogie has been up to its old tricks again.
I'm convinced Uri Geller had something to do with it. He was very evasive on Sky News last night when asked when was the last time he had any contact with Jackson.
Still, sad day.
Yeah that ones a big un. From 'Off the Wall' through to 'Black and White' a true pop great.
Oh well.He was a bit of a mess of late but did some great music like Off the Wall.Some of The Jacksons music was alright as well.Some of Thriller was good but anything after Thriller i dismissed because it wasnt very good.
Still this news will keep the corporate media and everyone else busy for at least a week and it will give them the perfect diversion to not report on the CIAs very recent activities in Iran or report on Obambi and the US congress handing over the entire US economy to FED Banksters and Elitists [Corporatism/Fascism] on a scale never before seen amongst many other things.
Bread and Circuses except there isnt much bread being given out.
Still Micheal Jacksons life was a bloody mess like was said above.
I was, and still am, absolutely mad about the Jackson 5. Any band that could get my sour, cynical bottom off it's seat and dancing like a special, singing along and not giving a solitary hoot how stupid I looked had something special. His solo work was very much the law of diminishing returns. "Bad" was the point I lost all interest.
His family life was a mess, his personal life was a mess, his naming of his children was a mess, his face was a mess and his videos were hysterically bad. Or, as Prince said "it's only called "Bad" because "Pathetic" wouldn't fit on the cover". Whilst I'm usually the first to take advantage of that inability of the dead to sue for libel, I won't be partaking today. Whatever the truth of those horrible and (on the evidence we have) unproven allegations, a man has died too young.
Not only too young, he was on the cusp of begining his artistic rebirth. Yes a series of "greatest hits" concerts isn't quite the musical ragnarok they press would have us believe, but if you'd fallen that far wouldn't the chance to start climbing again be welcome and precious?
To have it all stolen away from him by something as, well, as NORMAL as death is the blackest of ironies. I wasn't a fan for a long time, but I do feel rather sad.
So you heard the news.
Came as a shock to me,
--I walked out into the lounge room and saw him on the televsion news thinking he was touring Australia with a vague nagging sence that they really meant he had just died and I was right.--
I thought he was planning on living forever with his particular lifestyle.
Sleeping in that life extending chamber of his. How Ironic.
I guess the body, our organs always has the last word and not the lifestyle that was supposed to be healthy.Despite the pressures of being famous and all those other problems he was having.
While I can't exactly admit I've been tuned into him, his body of work has been hard to ignore and surprising for me to say. I've always wondered what weird and wonderful stuff he'd dream up next since Thriller, BAD, We are the World, Captain Emo,Moonwalker and that stuff just didn't work out so well. Like, Ghost, Blood on the Dance Floor, HIStory. Which seemed more like self indulgence of very rich man, instead of a man with alot of talent.
Regardless of how he died.
Now he's really Moonwalking.
Quoteby mikegloady on Thu Jun 25, 2009 9:26 pm
Farrah Fawcett died today.
And the other week (less important to my nascent sexuality, but very important regarding my eagerness to learn martial arts) David Carradine.
I wonder if Ms. Fawcett's death was as amusing as Carradine's?
by DavidXBrunt on Thu Jun 25, 2009 11:21 pm
I hope not.
I heard about her death at the same time also and have read the medical details. I'm actaulley less sorry to see her go than Michale Jackson. as he has been battleing cancer for while and was praobly more miserable than still being alive. Since Charlie's Angelks, Saturn Five and Cannonball Run she barely held on to the sexual magnetism thats made her well remembered among her many admirers. it's been long time since she lost here particualr good looks inexchange for slight apparance that I remebr since seeing films like 'Burning Bed and Extremities. I actualley watching Extremities right now and thinking I got do lot worse than her. Although the evidence of some substance abuse thats taken toll on here appearance is certainly there to be seen.
Quoteby DavidXBrunt on Thu Jun 25, 2009 11:21 pm
From sky news -
Reports: 'Michael Jackson Has Died'Breaking NewsMichael Jackson dies in hospital after suffering a suspected heart attack, website TMZ has reported.
Read full story
Related Stories
Michael Jackson Delays First London Concerts
This Is It: Jacko Picks Comeback Gig Dancers Video : Lucky Dancers To Dance With Jacko
So he's died...but only delayed his concerts. He's coming back with dancers...
Now thats really something, if he's died now only to reappear in his next concert. A publicity stunt. Only a rich man scraping the bottom of the barrel might try that.
Well, It's not like I've actulley seen him die.
While I'm not a particualr fan of Michael Jackson. I 'd say the easist music of his to listen to right noe is the Jive stuff he's done with Jackson five before he starting messing with his face and complexion up.
Like, if I was to actualley buy any of music it would be stuff he's done with Paul McCartney,but nothing else really.
Quote from: "DavidXBrunt"So he's died...but only delayed his concerts. He's coming back with dancers...
Yeah, Jacko's inclusion in this thread may prove premature with it being Sunday, tomorrow. Jarvis Cocker be damned.
Apparantly Jackson family asked the undetakers if they take plastic.
ouch!
Billy Mays
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_obit_billy_mays (http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_obit_billy_mays)
Quote from: "Goaty"Apparantly Jackson family asked the undetakers if they take plastic.
ouch!
His final wish was to be melted down and made into toys so kids can continue to play with him...
Quote from: "Batson"Billy Mays
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_obit_billy_mays (http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_obit_billy_mays)
check here about Billy Mays at //http://www.ctrlaltdel-online.com/comic.php
With Michael Jackson's demise, Weird Al Yankovic might be permanently out of work :shock:
Mollie Sugden.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/culture/2009/ ... medy-actor (http://www.guardian.co.uk/culture/2009/jul/01/mollie-sugden-comedy-actor)
Karl Malden as well, and he was in the 'I thought he was already dead' category for me.
Mollie Sugden? Boo-hoo! She was one of the greats. A British comedy hero.
Quote from: "Bolt-01"Karl Malden as well, and he was in the 'I thought he was already dead' category for me.
He was good as Omar Bradley in Patton (film)
also other General has passed away... Harve Presnell as General Marshall in Saving Private Ryan, you all maybe knows him as father-in-law in Fargo (film)
Aw well no more strange thoughts about Mrs.Slocombes pussy.
flip
Damn you flip-r mk2!
You beat me to it.
I was going to say that we can only presume Mrs Slocum's pussy is weeping uncontrollably.
Karl Malden? Is he Quincey or Streets of San Francisco?
Jan Rubes - Stargate SG1 actor
About the the lady Sudgens. I'm surprised she out lived Wendy Richard's by few months. Of course, she might have been a much healthier.
(//http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/93/Karl_Malden_in_I_Confess_trailer.jpg)
It wasn't until I saw the face of the man, that I thought that to me. He's really the face of "American Express.... Don't leave Home without it"
Anyway, I was surprised he was still here, but not to be disrespectful.
Jan Rubes was also the old Armish man in Witness.
"You never had your hands on a teat before?"
"Not one this big"
Millhouse and Spawn.
Gone but not forgotten.
Arturo Gatti - Boxer
Legendary Newcastle photographer Jimmy Forsyth, R.I.P.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/8150205.stm
Ahh, that's a shame, but he leaves one hell of a legacy. From what I saw of him on the TV he struck me as a genuinely pleasant man.
World's oldest mother, Maria del Carmen Bousada de Lara, dies
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/8152002.stm
Walter Cronkite, US media pundit.
-Bouwel-
Henry Allingham, worlds oldest man and one of the last survivors of WW1
I seem to be the angel of death today.
-Bouwel-
Just to point out: it's not accurate to call Cronkite a pundit.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3036677/vp/31972066#31972066
Walter Cronkit!
Well, I atleast I know of that name.
I just found out this morning that my good friend Ivan Navarror passed away. Although we haven't seen each other in six years, we stayed in touch through emails and myspace. He starred in a bunch of my short films, and just recently we were going to try to get together to make another. Terrbile, terrible news to wake up to.
Miss you, buddy!
Henry Surtees - absolute tragedy!
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/kent/8158445.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/kent/8158445.stm)
Frank McCourt, author of Angela's Ashes
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8158451.stm
Quote from: uncle fester on 20 July, 2009, 10:23:02 AM
Frank McCourt, author of Angela's Ashes
Sequel! 'Frank McCourt's Ashes'
Sorry for your loss L.o.D. I lost a couple of friends last year, not very close ones, and people I hadn't seen for a while, but it still knocks you for six.
Thanks dandontdare. It took almost the entire day to hit me - he was only 29. JUst made me look at my wife and kids and the friends I have around me and appreciate having them with me right now.
Like wise LoD. Hugs
Walter Croncite.
He did commentry on the on the The First Landing on the moon. I was just watching "Shadow of the Moon" Some Documentry about it.
He mmus have working for telvsion for long time if he wasn't reuited by the time he had passed on.
Thanks Tweak, needed that! Cheers!
Pugwash creator Ryan dies aged 88
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8166946.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8166946.stm)
Mr Harry Patch, First World War Veteran, aged 111. Died peacefully at 9am this morning. Rest in peace, sir.
So very sad.
Steev
So very sad? Bollocks it is. To go through the horror of the first World War, to live through a tumultuous century but die peacefully? That's not sad? That's awe inspiringly wonderful and something to envy. A life lived well? Nowt sad about that.
Well said Mr Brunt couldn't agree with you more.
V
That's beautifully put, Mr Brunt. RIP Harry
Couldn't agree more Mr Brunt.
Well done Harry, rest in peace.
David put it well, but I don't think Steev was saying anything negative. Simply put a death is always sad, even for a life as full as Harry's.
Quote from: DavidXBrunt on 25 July, 2009, 04:53:47 PM
So very sad? Bollocks it is. To go through the horror of the first World War, to live through a tumultuous century but die peacefully? That's not sad? That's awe inspiringly wonderful and something to envy. A life lived well? Nowt sad about that.
Nicely put mate.
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 26 July, 2009, 01:24:50 PM
David put it well, but I don't think Steev was saying anything negative. Simply put a death is always sad, even for a life as full as Harry's.
True.
A death, ANY death, is a sad time for the family - even if the life that preceeded it was full of happiness.
Steev was right to say it's a sad time and one for reflection. It's also a time for celebration of that life and all he saw, did and worked for. The concepts aren't mutually exclusive, although I'd not have used the globular term Mr Brunt did (but that's just me).
Aw, no. And so soon after Henry Allingham.
Bit of a momentous event, in its own way - Harry was the last remaining living WW1 soldier. The Edwardian era feels awfully distant and far removed, so it's amazing to think that we're only now seeing the passing of the last of that generation. My Great-great-aunt passed away last week, at the ripe old age of 98, and my paternal Grandmother is 93 (her father, incidentally, fought in the First World War and died in 1919 after suffering badly from shellshock). Genuinely amazes me to think of all the things they've lived through.
Anyway, enough rambling. Here's to you, Harry, and your amazing life. And I recommend the book about his life, The Last Fighting Tommy, if you're at all interested in that sort of thing.
It was utterly appropriate that he was the lead story on the news last night.
Quote from: mikegloady on 26 July, 2009, 01:56:43 PM
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 26 July, 2009, 01:24:50 PM
David put it well, but I don't think Steev was saying anything negative. Simply put a death is always sad, even for a life as full as Harry's.
True.
A death, ANY death, is a sad time for the family - even if the life that preceeded it was full of happiness.
Steev was right to say it's a sad time and one for reflection. It's also a time for celebration of that life and all he saw, did and worked for. The concepts aren't mutually exclusive, although I'd not have used the globular term Mr Brunt did (but that's just me).
I think you are right because there are different ways in which you could read that comment and the sentiment behind it.
Harry Towb.
Native of my home town.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/northern_ireland/8168967.stm
Heinz Edelmann, 'Yellow Submarine' Artist, Dies at 75
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/23/arts/design/23edelmann.html?_r=2&em (http://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/23/arts/design/23edelmann.html?_r=2&em)
Mr Brunt's family have said he was ill before he died.
Oh sorry, misread that, they said he was 111. (copyright Les Dawson 1972: http://www.connemara.net/video/index.aspx?videoid=jbosNob8GcI (http://www.connemara.net/video/index.aspx?videoid=jbosNob8GcI)
Only just heard, Koko Taylor, Queen of the Blues, died on June 3rd. She was one of the famous Chess stable of artists and partnered Wilie Dixon. Most famous for her 1965 hit Wang Dang Doodle, i had the privilege to see a free gig by her at the University of Illinois in 1986.
Quote from: dandontdare on 27 July, 2009, 08:08:28 PM
Only just heard, Koko Taylor, Queen of the Blues, died on June 3rd. She was one of the famous Chess stable of artists and partnered Wilie Dixon. Most famous for her 1965 hit Wang Dang Doodle, i had the privilege to see a free gig by her at the University of Illinois in 1986.
Hadn't heard this. Damn.
Merce Cunningham.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/stage/gallery/2008/sep/16/mercecunningham.dance
Sir Bobby Robson has manged his last game of football. A gent in an era of money grabbing morally bereft cretins.
It's very sad news about Bobby Robson, he was at a charity match at Newcastle just last week, but looked very frail. A lovely man who will be sorely missed.
Quote from: His Lordship rac on 26 July, 2009, 03:30:51 PM
Harry Towb.
Native of my home town.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/northern_ireland/8168967.stm
You are from Larne!?
My condolences.
Quote from: Buddy (previusly Uncle Umpty) on 02 August, 2009, 10:40:43 AM
Quote from: His Lordship rac on 26 July, 2009, 03:30:51 PM
Harry Towb.
Native of my home town.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/northern_ireland/8168967.stm
You are from Larne!?
My condolences.
Bangor for you innit..? Ditto..!!
Well, I do currently live in Bangor, which is actually quite a nice place to live. From my door I have pubs, restaurants, beach, marina, parks, takeaways, off license, public transport, library, leisure centre, hospital/health center, Asda, tesco, co-op and all manner of shopping all within walking distance, not to mention the totty flaunting itself on hot summer days.
It took me half an hour to find a pub that did food at lunchtime when I was camping in Larn recently, I eventually got directions from a pub with a sign saying 'restaurant upstairs' to tell me where to go to get food (which was lovley).
But, I did spend most of my youth in Antrim and that didn't have much more to offer than Larne for a teenager. Gettin away from there was a blessed relief.
Cornetto theft no longer a public concern.
Renato Pagliari (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8186652.stm)
John Hughes, Director of The Breadfast Club, Ferris Bueller's Day Off; Planes, Trains & Automobiles and classic Weird Science;
dammit!
he was 59...
Did anyonse see the Beebs one o clock news? There was a frosty moment where the presenter asked someone to share his memories of Harry Patch.
"I don't think it would be appropriate to speak through the minutes silence, do you?"
"...er...back to the studio".
QuoteJohn Hughes, Director of The Breadfast Club, Ferris Bueller's Day Off; Planes, Trains & Automobiles and classic Weird Science;
dammit!
Aw crap.
Quote from: DavidXBrunt on 06 August, 2009, 10:45:27 PM
Did anyone see the Beebs one o clock news?
I did.
Quote from: DavidXBrunt on 06 August, 2009, 10:45:27 PM
There was a frosty moment where the presenter asked someone to share his memories of Harry Patch.
"I don't think it would be appropriate to speak through the minutes silence, do you?"
"...er...back to the studio".
What a pillock!
Quote from: Goaty on 06 August, 2009, 10:34:00 PM
John Hughes, Director of The Breadfast Club, Ferris Bueller's Day Off; Planes, Trains & Automobiles and classic Weird Science;
dammit!
Looking up his output on IMDB i realised my teen years were peppered by great john Hughes movies; Planes, Trains and Automobiles being the best IMHO.
Sad news.
The more I think about John Hughes, the more I realise how many of my favourite flicks are his. The incomparable Uncle Buck is high in my personal Top 10 (maybe even top five, to judge by how often we watch it - it forms part of a Christmas Eve double bill (with Nightmare Before Christmas) in TordelTowers), with Ferris Bueller and PT&A not far behind, and I confess an embarrassed a soft spot for The Breakfast Club and Weird Science too. Bill Paxton as a giant poo, what's not to like. 59. Crap.
Bugger, forgot to include National Lampoon's European Vacation in the 'guilty pleasures' section. Big Ben, kids. Houses of Parliament.
You're right, TB. "Uncle Buck", what a fabulous film and John Candy, one of my favourite actors. Sadly, he went off to the audition room in the sky many years ago.
That's a shame. Ferris Bueller is one of those films that I can practically recite the script to but still find funny. Like Die Hard, I'd watch it every night if it was on telly.
Such a great shame. Don't you forget about him...
His films were the subject of many social video nights when we weren't watching fantacy/horror movies.
Oh and I remember "Weird Science" the television series.
I watched 16 Candles for the first time this year, during a brief dalliance with Love Film. I like a John Hughes film now and then. There's nothing else quite like them. Thanks, John Hughes, for some unique entertainment.
What happened to my post?
Quote from: The Cosh on 07 August, 2009, 10:14:22 AM
That's a shame. Ferris Bueller is one of those films that I can practically recite the script to but still find funny. Like Die Hard, I'd watch it every night if it was on telly.
Ditto, re Ferris Bueller. Still one of my "desert island films", after all this time. John Hughes was a bloody marvel, and my teenage years would have been considerably more dull without him.
Steev
That is a real shame. His movies were so much a part of my teenager years. Lot of stufl there that a teenage boy could relate to and bloody good films too.
Legendary guitarist and inventor Les Paul
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32403755/ns/entertainment-music/
sad, a real legend of music.
Fuck...
R.I.P. Percy.
My mums next door neighbour who I have known since before I could remember.
His house burnt down this evening. My heads spinning at the moment..
A horrible way to go. Fuck.
Had to get it off my chest. Fuck.
Christ that's horrible. My condolances.
-Bouwel-
Ah, vzz, that's a terrible thing to happen. Sorry to hear that.
Yeah, V. Sorry to hear about that. Thoughts go out to you, and him.
That's bloody rough, vzzbux. House fires are horrific things.
Cheers for your support. Initial shock over, its just the inconvenience to my mum but she is now back in her home. Still awful though, makes you value your own life more.
V
Vzzbux, that must have been scary for you and your mum. Condolences and sympathy don't sound like much from a picture and a string of characters on an internet forum, but believe me they are sincere.
Shocking news Vzzbux. Sorry to hear that.
Ted Kennedy.
Mary Jo Kopechne.
Big Brother. [spoiler](Thank God says I)[/spoiler]
QuoteOne down.So many more to go.............
I make it at least three down, not counting the next generation. You are in a morbid humour, PW!
Dare I ask what the UN have done to rile you?
Quote from: TordelBack on 27 August, 2009, 11:53:33 AM
QuoteOne down.So many more to go.............
I make it at least three down, not counting the next generation. You are in a morbid humour, PW!
Dare I ask what the UN have done to rile you?
That comment wasnt directed at the Kennedy family in particular.It was just a dig at politicians in general.
John F Kennedy was a good guy though.
As for your question i am not answering it here as i am done with politics on this forum.
No more.
I have many many many reasons and it would extend to a huge long winded complicated post and the content of the post would not be suitable for this forum plus it always ends in tears anyway.
Quote from: peterwolf on 27 August, 2009, 08:56:16 PM
Quote from: TordelBack on 27 August, 2009, 11:53:33 AM
Dare I ask what the UN have done to rile you?
As for your question i am not answering it here as i am done with politics on this forum.
Well, with the obvious exception of confrontational sig lines.
The sig has been deleted .
Happy now ?
QuoteI have many many many reasons and it would extend to a huge long winded complicated post and the content of the post would not be suitable for this forum plus it always ends in tears anyway.
Good man, Peter, very wise. Wasn't trying to start a fight myself, especially on this thread, but genuinely interested. But for another time, eh?
Quote from: TordelBack on 27 August, 2009, 09:37:24 PM
QuoteI have many many many reasons and it would extend to a huge long winded complicated post and the content of the post would not be suitable for this forum plus it always ends in tears anyway.
Good man, Peter, very wise. Wasn't trying to start a fight myself, genuinely interested. But for another time, eh?
I will compile an article elsewhere.You know where to read it.
I sympathise with the general mood of disgust regarding politics, I think many of us from ALL sides of the political divide probably do.
Have a biscuit PW, there's a good chap, you'll feel better. Honest.
In related news, I joined the Pirate Party UK a couple of days ago. :D
Oasis
Quote from: Richard Field on 28 August, 2009, 11:42:47 PM
Oasis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Djtl9Kv64c8&feature=related
Ted Kennedy
Did he die of nature causes?
Yeah, I know what that could mean.
It doesn't say why on his wikipedia entry. I'm assumming he went quietly. I got a hunch thats what happened. That doesn't appaer to be any news of Federal investigatros being dispatched.
Really sorry to see another Kennedy go. Not that I know of the guy much, but after seeing his picture and another picture of whhow he looked when he was younger. You can tell he was one of the boys. He had the Kennedy look about him. I wonder if they have any left.
My apoologies if that sounds disrepectful, but asking if "he died of natural causes" has been on my mind since I first read it here and seen it adevertised on the news last night. I really should go back read the Ted Kennedy wikipedia entry more carefully.
Oh, but I do try to find humor in evrything. Even death.
Quote from: Richard Field on 28 August, 2009, 11:42:47 PM
Oasis
You mean the Gallagher brothers?
Did one them die or did the band die?
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 29 August, 2009, 12:04:01 AM
Quote from: Richard Field on 28 August, 2009, 11:42:47 PM
Oasis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Djtl9Kv64c8&feature=related
That video is a form of psychological torture.
Awful.
I watched it for 15 seconds and stopped and i can still hear "YYiiess - YYiiess....." 10 minutes later.
I am off to watch a couple of music videos to see if that will wipe it from my mind.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 29 August, 2009, 05:31:59 AM
Ted Kennedy
Did he die of nature causes?
Yeah, I know what that could mean.
It doesn't say why on his wikipedia entry. I'm assumming he went quietly. I got a hunch thats what happened. That doesn't appaer to be any news of Federal investigatros being dispatched.
It was a brain tumour. It was diagnosed last year.
Regards
Robin
For newcomers to the board, it's worth having a look at the early pages of this thread for the hilarious Steve Saville Vampire Street Team Saga.
I'd forgotten how funny it was.
- Trout
Quote from: King Trout on 29 August, 2009, 02:44:20 PM
For newcomers to the board, it's worth having a look at the early pages of this thread for the hilarious Steve Saville Vampire Street Team Saga.
Thanks Trout, that covers me pretty accurately. Three months of activity isn't much.
Any idea what page numbers? The thread is awful big to go wandering through.
Quote from: Mike Gloady on 29 August, 2009, 03:10:24 PM
Any idea what page numbers? The thread is awful big to go wandering through.
The fun appears to start on Page 2 ...
I probably shouldn't say it, but I miss Gordon.
Cheers!
Jim
Allow me to adapt your customary sign off:
Cheers Jim!
It's interesting to note that in the 2kreview review of Stevie's Slaine book there was much tutting about behaviour in this thread...
I've been reading ever since I saw Jim's directions.
I must say I laughed a lot but felt sorry for the poor fella.
Quote from: PiggyMitchell on 01 March, 2006, 11:30:44 PM'Look mutha, I goin' down the arrrrches to sort that bloke out.'
'Nah Slainie he ain't wurth it.'
'No one disses me, mutha. I'm gonna teach that fat an fatuous fokker a lesson wif ma axe.'
Funny beggar, gave as good as he got. Hope he wasn't too scarred.
went to page 2 but that link (Steven Savile and his Vampire Buddies) no longer works -- is it worth me trawling through the rest of the thread, cos it sounds fun, but I've no idea what anyone's talking about"!
I presumed it was just an unflattering picture of a bunch of goths and did my laughing without clicking. Easier on the index finger in the long run. Read away, 6 or so pages of hysterical laughter await.
RUMBLED.
yes but it's not very funny when you've no clue what anyone's talking about!
It's explained later, but his "street team" was all his fans being encouraged to promote his stuff.
A good idea, taken to extremes.
- Trout
Here you go Peter.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLedin-rRUg&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxf6hrukia4&feature=related
Quote from: Mike Gloady on 29 August, 2009, 09:51:07 PM
I presumed it was just an unflattering picture of a bunch of goths and did my laughing without clicking. Easier on the index finger in the long run. Read away, 6 or so pages of hysterical laughter await.
RUMBLED.
The Street Team was a nice idea taken to ludicrous lengths done in, to my eyes, a daft way. That said Steve and I exchanged e-mails and he was a nice enough bloke/ I thought there was an element of trying to shame us when he joined up and responded. It didn't go down well.
I've read/heard some of his work since and whilst there were some nice ideas in them I didn't think they were executed very well. His Torchwood audio reading was easily the weakest so far but the narator didn't exactly lift the material off the page so much as gently nudge it off, so that didn't help...
Still, fair play to him.
Quote from: PiggyMitchell on 02 March, 2006, 05:32:57 AM
Art - true. I'll give you that.
Quirkafleeg - it's a three book series at the moment, the first one covering Slaine from his entry into the Red Branch through his exile to meeting Ukko and making the decision to return home.
A lot of it is based on Warrior's Dawn episodes, including strips like Sky Chariots, Bride of Crom etc, though certain changes have been made primarily to improve the narrative flow of the book. To that extent it's being described as a re-imagining.
Comics work in a different way to novels in that regard. I'm doing me very best to be faithful to the humour of Slaine and Ukko while writing a story that folks unfamiliar with 2000AD will actually be able to enjoy.
On the plus side I've been given a higher 'rating' for the book meaning it isn't targeted at the 13-17 year old readership of Black Library but is actually aimed at a more mature audience.
I can't say much because I'm on an NDA obviously, but my genuine hope is that I'll do the book justice. I do have a sense of humour - and am not a goth boy. Heck, my first 13 books which are floating around on Amazon etc were Star Wars Media Tie Ins - to an extent you follow the work, but sometimes an opportunity arises where you actually get to work with something you loved when you were getting into the whole writing/sf gig.
In terms of style - it opens setting the scene for folk new to Slaine, dealing with setting up Murias and Grudnew and the Red Branch, who Danu is, what the Horned God is all about, and then, from his exile becomes the more traditional Slaine we know and love - bloody & darkly funny.
How about this - keep your current low expectations when you go in, and hopefully you'll come out pleasantly surprised?
It's due on Halloween.
We'll all know about its relative merits/flaws soon enough, methinks.
-- Max - thanks for the icon. Now I feel more at home!
Quote from: PiggyMitchell on 02 March, 2006, 05:32:57 AM
Art - true. I'll give you that.
Quirkafleeg - it's a three book series at the moment, the first one covering Slaine from his entry into the Red Branch through his exile to meeting Ukko and making the decision to return home.
A lot of it is based on Warrior's Dawn episodes, including strips like Sky Chariots, Bride of Crom etc, though certain changes have been made primarily to improve the narrative flow of the book. To that extent it's being described as a re-imagining.
Comics work in a different way to novels in that regard. I'm doing me very best to be faithful to the humour of Slaine and Ukko while writing a story that folks unfamiliar with 2000AD will actually be able to enjoy.
On the plus side I've been given a higher 'rating' for the book meaning it isn't targeted at the 13-17 year old readership of Black Library but is actually aimed at a more mature audience.
I can't say much because I'm on an NDA obviously, but my genuine hope is that I'll do the book justice. I do have a sense of humour - and am not a goth boy. Heck, my first 13 books which are floating around on Amazon etc were Star Wars Media Tie Ins - to an extent you follow the work, but sometimes an opportunity arises where you actually get to work with something you loved when you were getting into the whole writing/sf gig.
In terms of style - it opens setting the scene for folk new to Slaine, dealing with setting up Murias and Grudnew and the Red Branch, who Danu is, what the Horned God is all about, and then, from his exile becomes the more traditional Slaine we know and love - bloody & darkly funny.
How about this - keep your current low expectations when you go in, and hopefully you'll come out pleasantly surprised?
It's due on Halloween.
We'll all know about its relative merits/flaws soon enough, methinks.
-- Max - thanks for the icon. Now I feel more at home!
Exactly what I thought when I read "Slaine the Exile".
Even though, I was pleased it did run along the same lines as "Warriors Dawn" through to the end of "Sky-Chariots". The faithfulness to the original storyline, the need to adapt this into paragraphs of more words. how much un-original this re-working might be, the re-imagining --exrtra content, whatever was soley dreamed up by the new author-- didn't improive it. Without altogether ruining it completely..
Quote from: DavidXBrunt on 29 August, 2009, 04:49:00 PM
It's interesting to note that in the 2kreview review of Stevie's Slaine book there was much tutting about behaviour in this thread...
Quite right too. Gordon Rennie being an obnoxious cunt and a bunch of other boarders fawning over him wasn't a very pleasant sight the first time round even if it was mildly amusing.
Quote from: Mike Gloady on 28 August, 2009, 03:28:01 PM
I sympathise with the general mood of disgust regarding politics, I think many of us from ALL sides of the political divide probably do.
Have a biscuit PW, there's a good chap, you'll feel better. Honest.
Certain kinds of biscuits i am eating at the moment taste good and i feel better everytime i eat them.
;) ;D
Perhaps sometime later i might tell everyone what kind of biscuits they are.
Quote from: peterwolf on 30 August, 2009, 01:27:27 AM
Certain kinds of biscuits i am eating at the moment taste good and i feel better everytime i eat them.
;) ;D
Perhaps sometime later i might tell everyone what kind of biscuits they are.
Dog biscuits?
I only just realised flagging up the whole mad episode was, in effect, a Slaine reference.
Wow. I'm doing them involuntarily now!
- Trout
Quote from: The Cosh on 30 August, 2009, 01:15:23 AM
Quote from: DavidXBrunt on 29 August, 2009, 04:49:00 PM
It's interesting to note that in the 2kreview review of Stevie's Slaine book there was much tutting about behaviour in this thread...
Quite right too. Gordon Rennie being an obnoxious cunt and a bunch of other boarders fawning over him wasn't a very pleasant sight the first time round even if it was mildly amusing.
I don't remember, or even see, any fawning but there you go.
Oasis:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/8228053.stm
The funeral is being delayed due to Noel and Liam arguing over which of them has the most expensive looking coffin. :D
Quote from: planetoid on 30 August, 2009, 11:39:28 AM
Oasis:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/8228053.stm
The funeral is being delayed due to Noel and Liam arguing over which of them has the most expensive looking coffin. :D
As I recall back in the day when they first started the NME had stories like this with one or other of the Gallaghers having a tissey fit ever other week. Heavens it must have been a while ago if I was still reading the NME!
Anyway I'm treating this with a massive pinch of salt and hey they died musically after Morning Glory any hoo!
I have numerous chums in the music biz. I shouldn't, my only connection being working in a guitar shop for most of my adult life (and accidentally selling the FIRST INSTRUMENT to two members of McFly and being fawned upon in a way that just doesn't happen anymore by a teenage Kate Nash - I'm very sorry everyone for my tiny part in assaulting your ears).
My source updated his facebook status to the effect of "I'm watching Noel & Liam Gallagher having a fist fight. Blood everywhere, broken guitars and gutteral snarls of "YOU FUNTING KNUT"" (Thanks Twoth, I can now swear unoffensively).
Anyway, my sources reported that to me AS IT HAPPENED because HE WAS WATCHING before being leant upon by Oasis' management company (who also manage my mate's band) and all references on his facebook page were removed. So the truth is rather different to what you may have heard.
I would infer that's an end to them. Apparently they're attempting to go one without NOel, which is a mistake as he's the talent. Like Queen without Freddie (only not nearly so good).
Quote from: peterwolf on 30 August, 2009, 01:27:27 AM
Perhaps sometime later i might tell everyone what kind of biscuits they are.
"My biscuit crunches some. Mentally you picture my biscuit, but I have not told the type of biscuit which I have. Perhaps you even picture Wafer Watkins from Gingerbread Colditz?"
Get biscuits off this thread! Biscuits can never die.
- Trout
QuoteWow. I'm doing them involuntarily now!
As you have been doing all along, of course.
Er... yes.
[spoiler]Bugger.[/spoiler]
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 30 August, 2009, 11:44:54 AM
Quote from: planetoid on 30 August, 2009, 11:39:28 AM
Oasis:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/8228053.stm
The funeral is being delayed due to Noel and Liam arguing over which of them has the most expensive looking coffin. :D
As I recall back in the day when they first started the NME had stories like this with one or other of the Gallaghers having a tissey fit ever other week. Heavens it must have been a while ago if I was still reading the NME!
Anyway I'm treating this with a massive pinch of salt and hey they died musically after Morning Glory any hoo!
You Fookingk Wankers !.Be Here Now was a fooking Top Album .Easily as Fooking good as Revolver.
I'd be more excited but I fear we haven't heard the last of Noel's charmless songwriting. Ladies and gentleman, I give you the world's worst lyric:
"Little by little / The wheels of your life have slowly fallen off"
What? How can life have wheels? And if it did, how could they fall off "slowly", and "little by little"? Exactly how many wheels does it have, fifty?
Quote from: DavidXBrunt on 30 August, 2009, 11:20:41 AM
Quote from: The Cosh on 30 August, 2009, 01:15:23 AM
Quote from: DavidXBrunt on 29 August, 2009, 04:49:00 PM
It's interesting to note that in the 2kreview review of Stevie's Slaine book there was much tutting about behaviour in this thread...
Quite right too. Gordon Rennie being an obnoxious cunt and a bunch of other boarders fawning over him wasn't a very pleasant sight the first time round even if it was mildly amusing.
I don't remember, or even see, any fawning but there you go.
Just noticed this conversation.
The review you mention would be the one written by me. And there was much tut tutting because it was disgraceful behaviour.
Internet bullying- hilarious.
That Was The Keith That Was.
Keith Waterhouse (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8238795.stm)
Quote from: Adrian Bamforth on 03 September, 2009, 07:26:39 PM
I'd be more excited but I fear we haven't heard the last of Noel's charmless songwriting. Ladies and gentleman, I give you the world's worst lyric
Indeed. The world's worst lyric by the world's worst lyricist.
And farewell then, Keith Waterhouse. I liked Worzel Gummidge, me. Keith adapted it for TV.
Also, in
Private Eye I noticed that Simon Dee had died. Was that noted here?
Patrick Swayze - Not everyone's favourite but 'Ghost' 'Donnie Darko' and 'Roadhouse' are three I always like.I hope the love inside has gone with you Patrick!
Thats a shame .
Point Break was a good film.
No bad taste jokes about filming a sequel to Ghost anyone.
Not that I I'm sure anybody knows him, but Ray Barrett ( Veteran Australian Actor) has died as of last week.
Patrick Swayze, that is a shame. I reckon hs still had alot of screen time left in him.
Afew more action movies.
"Ghost" was intertesting from a metaphysical perspective,
"Dirty Dancing " Not that I got int that, but it was hard to ignore the hype of that film and dance craze.
I was only watching "Roadhouse" last week.
There was also "The Outsiders' as well.
I just read that it was pancreatic cancer and now I remember how he was fighting some illnes for the last couple of months.
It doesn't give me hope when one who's much heawlhier than I am, dies like that.
Surely he had the money for the best medical treatment. Though I guess that healthy liveing without hard drugs -- it would seem so -- and all that didn't help at all.
(http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:I-iC60iPWb2xIM:http://wwwimage.cbsnews.com/images/2009/09/14/image5310973.jpg)
The irrepresible Keith Floyd.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8256260.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8256260.stm)
Quote from: The Cosh on 15 September, 2009, 10:00:22 AM
The irrepresible Keith Floyd.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8256260.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8256260.stm)
Indeed. Getting lost in all the Swayze tributes on news sites this morning, alas. Two bright lights gone. I may have to put on Point Break later and get drunk on wine whilst cooking in their honour.
Pretty creepy timing - was just watching that Keith Allen doc about Floyd last night! Very sad - I have fond memories of watching his shows as a kid with my Dad, who was a big fan.
QuoteYo, Patrick Swayze, I know you just died and all, and I'm gonna let you finish... But Michael Jackson's death was the best one this year.
Keith Floyd & Patrick Swayze on the same day? The afterlife is all at once a better tasting and more rhythmic place.
Quote from: radiator on 15 September, 2009, 10:28:48 AM
Pretty creepy timing - was just watching that Keith Allen doc about Floyd last night!
Likewise! Was thinking about how ill and frail he looked while I watched it... and then this.
Not forgetting Felix Bowness.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8255264.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8255264.stm)
-Bouwel-
Just found out about Keith Floyd, That's rather depressing, I've got many fond memories of watching him with my father many years ago.
Quote from: Gavin_Leahy on 15 September, 2009, 08:35:08 PM
I've got many fond memories of watching him with my father many years ago.
What was Keith Floyd doing with your father?
Cheers
Jim
Swayze is holding out up there for Sam Elliot, till that eternal day when they can both open the Heavenly Roadhouse and dislodge the throats of angels.
oh damn, Henry Gibson - the role of Tom Hanks' nemesis in The 'Burbs, Mr Wormwood in Innerspace, and a cameo in Gremlins 2. He was the leader of the Illinois Nazis in John Landis' The Blues Brothers.
http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=25844 (http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=25844)
(http://www.filmdope.com/Gallery/ActorsG/6515-2138.gif)
Illinois Nazis? I hate Illinois Nazis.
Keith Floyd
for what this is worth.
an inspiration to me personally,
he was the first proper tv chef. with his floydd on fish show,
i had began work in my first kitchen when he arrived on the scene.
thanks to his groundbreaking style, he paved the way for my choosen carrear to be recognized and rewarded.
i met him twice in my carrear, enjoyed him immensely both times .
so in real terms.
this is my homage to him upon the greatest site on the WWW.
KEITH FLOYDD thankyou!
my finest culinary regards
DD
Chas & Dave are splitting up.
I doubt anyone will notice, but surely this is the excuse we've all been waiting for to go online and download "Snooker Loopy" (legally, naturally).
This news affected me more deeply than the "news" that Oasis had split up (after a not very much publicised bloody backstage brawl - guitars were involved).
Quote from: Goaty on 17 September, 2009, 09:44:15 AM
oh damn, Henry Gibson - the role of Tom Hanks' nemesis in The 'Burbs, Mr Wormwood in Innerspace, and a cameo in Gremlins 2. He was the leader of the Illinois Nazis in John Landis' The Blues Brothers.
Oh dear. Henry Gibson. I liked him. He used to amuse me greatly in
Rowan and Martin's Laugh-in.
The Lucy from "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds".
Late news I know, but.....
Simon Pegg's credibility. Last seen playing harmonica onstage with showbiz chums The Cold-Players. This is where Simon does that line from the fast show: "I'll get my coat"
He was so funny too. Now I can't look at him without seeing him being in the presence of Chris Martin and Gwynnie and not throttling the pair of them. How he can even call himself a member of the human race is beyond me.......
I am, of course, exagerating for (presumed) comic effect. He's still funny and they're still rubbish.
He was never funny.
Dominick Dunne - American writer and investigative journalist (October 29, 1925 - August 26, 2009)
Marek Edelman - The last surviving leader of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising (1919 or 1922 – October 2, 2009)
Edgar Allan Poe
sort of..
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/10/06/ap/national/main5366930.shtml
Wow, does that mean House of Usher gets a compassionate leave day?
QuoteOne hundred sixty years ago, the beleaguered, impoverished Poe was found, delirious and in distress outside a Baltimore tavern. He was never coherent enough to explain what had befallen him since leaving Richmond, Va., a week earlier. He spent four days in a hospital before he died at age 40.
Is'nt that like the end of some of his stories? Like he
saw the face of
something people
should not see!oooOOOOOOOoooooooOOOOOOOooSpookie
Stephen Gately from out of Boyzone apparently.
Holy crap Cosh! Its 4 in the morning!
Confirmed by Auntie.
Boyzgone (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8301187.stm)
Oh wow. Thanks for the link to that article, Johnnystress! I'm going to print that off and re-work it for my English GCSE class as a comprehension exercize. It has relevance. They've already had Poe's
Philosophy of Furniture as a help or a hindrance for a descriptive writing assignment inspired by ThryllSeekyr's contribution to the 'My Bedroom Art' thread. They're also getting
The Premature Burial to go with a passage from
Dracula ahead of half-term and Hallowe'en as inspiration for them to write a horror story.
Quote from: TordelBack on 08 October, 2009, 11:52:54 AM
Wow, does that mean House of Usher gets a compassionate leave day?
;D
And that was very sad about Stephen Gately, suddenly, at 33. That's a terrible shame. A bit early to say, but it sounds like recreational drugs/misadventure. But regardless of what he died of, 33 is no age at all, and I've never heard a bad word said about him.
And hitherto unremarked, Kevin McGee, former civil partner of comedian Matt Lucas:
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article6862587.ece (http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article6862587.ece)
Stephen Gateley was far too young. Even if he had a part to play in Boyzone, he doesn't deserve this. Poor kid.
There were nowt wrong with Boyzone. And yes, he was far too bloody young.
Quote from: faplad on 11 October, 2009, 02:35:53 PM
There were nowt wrong with Boyzone.
well now I wouldn't go that far, terrible an' all as the news may be.
We can all look forward to a month of Boyzone records flooding the charts ::)
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 11 October, 2009, 03:16:45 PM
We can all look forward to a month of Boyzone records flooding the charts ::)
And look forward to it I will. The decent music to come out of the boyband movement may be scarce but there was some and after Take That I reckon Boyzone were probably the best of the bunch. Just because their fan base was mainly made up of teenage girls doesn't automatically disqualify them as decent artists.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 11 October, 2009, 03:16:45 PM
We can all look forward to a month of Boyzone records flooding the charts ::)
Guh. Neither and a good nor a bad prospect. I'm just back from B&Q where I heard some nondescript Michael Jackson playing over the P.A. So nondescript I couldn't even tell you which song it was.
Quote from: faplad on 11 October, 2009, 03:40:05 PM
"The decent music to come out of the boyband movement may be scarce but there was some and after Take That"
Hmmm.
Crazy for You by Let Loose? But not
Say It Once by Ultra, although there was far worse than that.
Quote from: faplad on 11 October, 2009, 03:40:05 PM
he decent music to come out of the boyband movement may be scarce but there was some and after Take That I reckon Boyzone were probably the best of the bunch. Just because their fan base was mainly made up of teenage girls doesn't automatically disqualify them as decent artists.
I'm really trying but I can't think of any exceptions. Please let us know of a few tracks from your collection.
Veteran Doctor Who producer Barry Letts (1925 - 2009).
As sad as the death of someone so young as Stephen Gately is, it has completely overshadowed the death of someone I feel would be of more interest to Tooth boarders - Barry Letts, producer of Doctor Who in the early 70's. You know, the good stuff, involving Jon Pertwee, and the man he cast as his replacement, Tom Baker. He was 84.
http://forbiddenplanet.co.uk/blog/2009/barry-letts-passes-away/
When the Gately news broke I typed out a long post about how I've always got butterflys whenever I log on to this thread and how it never seems to be people who've had a good innings. Then something went wrong and I lost the lot.
Then this happens. He may have had a 'good innings' by most standards but this is still bloody gutting news. Pertwee remains my favourite Doctor and thats in large part thanks to this man. And he comes over like a proper gent on the dvds.
As for casting Baker, well, we all make mistakes.
Quote from: faplad on 12 October, 2009, 06:30:07 PM
When the Gately news broke I typed out a long post about how I've always got butterflys whenever I log on to this thread and how it never seems to be people who've had a good innings. Then something went wrong and I lost the lot.
Then this happens. He may have had a 'good innings' by most standards but this is still bloody gutting news. Pertwee remains my favourite Doctor and thats in large part thanks to this man. And he comes over like a proper gent on the dvds.
As for casting Baker, well, we all make mistakes.
Tom Baker was a mistake or bad casting ??
Heresy !!
Bloody subjectivity always gets in the way of berating someone for their tastes or reasoning.
Barry Letts was a fantastic influence on Doctor Who and brillant. He cast the best Doctor in Baker (come on Faplad really re-access here). He was always incredibly interesting in interview. Good man.
I third that. I reckon Tom Baker was a damn fine Dr Who.
Oi!
Stop putting other names on this thread, I thought that [spoiler]Tom Baker [/spoiler]was dead for a second when I scanned down and the name just jumped out at me :(
Tom Baker comes across in interviews and such as a very likeable and charming man, who obviously had and continues to have a great fondness for the role of The Doctor. He brought a level of popularity to the show that it had never expeienced before. In all those respects, fair play to the man.
However, and this is purely my opinion, I never rated him in the role. I felt that, his first couple of seasons aside, he made the character difficult to watch. Certainly, I'm only able to sit through many of his episodes by focussing on the positives, like the fact that he had probably the strongest collection of companions in the shows history.
As I say, just my opinion and I'm well aware that I'm in the minority, but I for one breathed a sigh of relief when he went. Sorry.
Quote from: faplad on 12 October, 2009, 07:26:43 PM
I'm well aware that I'm in the minority
Again! Pffft. You're so contrary, you are! ;)
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 12 October, 2009, 06:46:44 PM
Bloody subjectivity always gets in the way of berating someone for their tastes or reasoning.
Peter, you really make me laugh sometimes! Like just then for example.
Quote from: faplad on 12 October, 2009, 06:30:07 PMAs for casting Baker, well, we all make mistakes.
To the Book Tower with faplad!
Everytime i view this thread its never anyone that i actively want to die so it continues to sadden or is met with complete indifference but i rarely if ever have cause to celebrate an entry in this thread.
Quote from: House of Usher on 12 October, 2009, 07:46:12 PM
Quote from: faplad on 12 October, 2009, 07:26:43 PM
I'm well aware that I'm in the minority
Again! Pffft. You're so contrary, you are! ;)
It's a curse I tell you. The more it happens, the more I'm forced to question my innate superiority over everyone else. Perhaps
I'm the one whose wrong.
Nah.
Quote from: faplad on 12 October, 2009, 06:30:07 PM
As for casting Baker, well, we all make mistakes.
First you admit to having a fondness Boyzone then you dis Tom baker as Who, you really are an agent from the John Byrne forum.
He must be getting paid for doing this i think.
Its what you call Cointel.Its just obvious that someone who openly states that they have a fondness for Boyzone and then utters unspeakable things about Tom Baker is suspicious to say the least.
] ;)
Quote from: Garageman on 12 October, 2009, 10:30:37 PM
Quote from: faplad on 12 October, 2009, 06:30:07 PM
As for casting Baker, well, we all make mistakes.
First you admit to having a fondness Boyzone then you dis Tom baker as Who, you really are an agent from the John Byrne forum.
Come now, there's no need to be like that. :) I'd have been banned from there long ago if the bastards would let me join.
As for dissing Baker, at least I didn't say I liked t'other Baker. Give me that.
Quote from: faplad on 12 October, 2009, 11:05:09 PMAs for dissing Baker, at least I didn't say I liked t'other Baker. Give me that.
So, you're now having a pop at the Doctor's best* audio incarnation. You just can't help yourself, can you.
* According to DWM, c. yeah, whatever.
I actually think it's quite refreshing to hear that someone hates Tom Baker in the role. Completely wrongheaded, of course, but refreshing nontheless.
Well, since once again I'm not gonna persuade anyone to my point of view I shall bow out gracefully. (Yeah right) :)
In conclusion I'd just like to say that :
Pertwee has never been bettered although Davison came close.
Baker was rubbish. Both of them.
Ecclestone pisses on Tennant.
New Who is just as good as old. Not better or worse but as good.
And Barry Letts was a very good producer.
These are my Who opinions. Make of them what you will.
QuoteThese are my What!?! opinions.
Fixed that for ya, Fappers!
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 12 October, 2009, 10:18:30 PM
Everytime i view this thread its never anyone that i actively want to die so it continues to sadden or is met with complete indifference but i rarely if ever have cause to celebrate an entry in this thread.
i'm scared
Frank Vandenbroucke (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/other_sports/cycling/8304173.stm) died on Monday but I only just saw the news. The name probably wont mean much to most of you, but in the late 90s Frank was a fantastically talented and exciting young cyclist who was saddled with the burden of being the bright hope of the proud Belgian people! It's easy to sneer about the drug culture involved in professional cycling, but as well as being involved in that, Frank had a lot of other fucked-up shit going on in his life and now he's dead at the age of 34. It's a shame.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 13 October, 2009, 04:43:54 PM
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 12 October, 2009, 10:18:30 PM
Everytime i view this thread its never anyone that i actively want to die so it continues to sadden or is met with complete indifference but i rarely if ever have cause to celebrate an entry in this thread.
i'm scared
No need to be scared as you are not on my list of Humans that would be better off dead.
I might start a fantasy RIP thread where you can enter fictitious deaths .
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 14 October, 2009, 11:10:27 PM
you are not on my list of Humans that would be better off dead
Die, humans!!!! >:(
(http://universowho.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/ice_warriior.jpg)
;) :D
HoU, it's rare that I get to correct, no no - to gently inform you that you've made an oversigth (phew) but now is one of those times.
It's actually: "Die puny humans! Bwahahahaha!"
QuoteNo need to be scared as you are not on my list of Humans that would be better off dead.
I might start a fantasy RIP thread where you can enter fictitious deaths .
I'd start the ball rolling with John Byrne, who died by having his eyeballs slowly scraped back to the brain at a rate of two sandpaper swipes per day.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 15 October, 2009, 05:35:08 PM
QuoteNo need to be scared as you are not on my list of Humans that would be better off dead.
I might start a fantasy RIP thread where you can enter fictitious deaths .
I'd start the ball rolling with John Byrne, who died by having his eyeballs slowly scraped back to the brain at a rate of two sandpaper swipes per day.
I will second that with Tony Blair.Not sure what i would do with him but death is the only way to get rid of that POS.
May I politely suggest that the RIP thread isn't the kind of place for this DEATH WISH kind of stuff.
Actually, I can't think of anywhere that might be suitable for it.
Oh hang on, wasn't there a thread called SECOND UP AGAINST THE WALL started several years back that was just the place for this kind of thing.
No problem.
Quote from: Tiplodocus on 15 October, 2009, 05:49:54 PM
May I politely suggest that the RIP thread isn't the kind of place for this DEATH WISH kind of stuff.
Actually, I can't think of anywhere that might be suitable for it.
Oh hang on, wasn't there a thread called SECOND UP AGAINST THE WALL started several years back that was just the place for this kind of thing.
Sorry, chief, you're right of course. I don't really wish any kind of death on Mr Byrne, but yeah, it's not a thread for cynical jokes.
The wrestler, manager and actor, Lou Albano.
He was also Mario in The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3w2fi_f5OLY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3w2fi_f5OLY)
Though his heyday was long before my time as a fan Lou Albano left an indelible mark on the wrestling business. You don't have to look very far to see his influence.
It's sad that he's practically forgotten amongst most younger fans who look at those influenced by those influenced by him and don't see the history. I guess thats the way of the world though.
Not seen this reported elsewhere yet but over at 'Comics ahould be good' they've reported George Tuska veteran comics artist has passed away at the rip old age of 93.
http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/2009/10/16/r-i-p-george-tuska/ (http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/2009/10/16/r-i-p-george-tuska/)
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 17 October, 2009, 08:11:31 PM
Not seen this reported elsewhere yet but over at 'Comics ahould be good' they've reported George Tuska veteran comics artist has passed away at the ripE old age of 93.
http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/2009/10/16/r-i-p-george-tuska/ (http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/2009/10/16/r-i-p-george-tuska/)
Sorry about the unfortunate rather freudian typo.
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 17 October, 2009, 08:11:31 PM
Not seen this reported elsewhere yet but over at 'Comics ahould be good' they've reported George Tuska veteran comics artist has passed away... http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/2009/10/16/r-i-p-george-tuska/ (http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/2009/10/16/r-i-p-george-tuska/)
Sad to read that. He was the definitive Iron Man artist for me as a kid.
(http://funnybookfanatic.files.wordpress.com/2009/02/ironman5.jpg?w=252&h=374)
Joseph Wiseman (http://commanderbond.net/7966/joseph-wiseman-1918-2009.html)
Vic Mizzy, died 19th October aged 93, amongst songs he wrote and music he composed he wrote the theme tune to this and sang it and directed the title sequence.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVDJvrBFDDc&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVDJvrBFDDc&feature=related)
I bet you are all singing along now ;)
Just a little note to mark the passing of Ludovic Kennedy; writer, humanitarian, campaigner, all round great man
Indeed, a sad loss.
Quote from: wild-seven on 21 October, 2009, 07:17:32 PM
Just a little note to mark the passing of Ludovic Kennedy; writer, humanitarian, campaigner, all round great man
yes, read about that yesterday, very sad. A great campaigner - against people being killed for crimes they may not have committed, but in favour of people killing themslelves if they so wish. Eminently sensible position in my opinion. And proof that a strong moral compass does not require a belief in the supernatural.
Sadly Kanye West isn't dead in spite of what you may have been told.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 21 October, 2009, 03:52:52 PM
Vic Mizzy, died 19th October aged 93, amongst songs he wrote and music he composed he wrote the theme tune to this and sang it and directed the title sequence.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVDJvrBFDDc&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVDJvrBFDDc&feature=related)
I bet you are all singing along now ;)
How did I miss THIS?? A sad, sad day...
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 21 October, 2009, 11:59:28 PM
Sadly Kanye West isn't dead in spite of what you may have been told.
Death comes to everyone eventually but Kanye West probably thinks he is a god or immortal.
Claude Levi-Strauss.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/science/2009/nov/03/claude-levi-strauss-obituary
Rumours of my demise, etc (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/8343576.stm)
Josette Baujot, Herge's colourist.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2009/nov/05/josette-baujot-obituary (http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2009/nov/05/josette-baujot-obituary)
Don't expect too many people will have heard of this goalkeeper. But still worth mentioning, in the wake of his suicide whilst at the height of his career. Just seems a sad tale, and this sort of thing makes me grateful for what I do have, rather than what I don't. And simply for that, I thought it's worth sharing.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/internationals/8353733.stm
He was going to be Germany's number one for the world cup. Sad news indeed, just shows you that you can finally attain your ultimate goal in life but depression can say otherwise.
Edward Woodward, RIP.
Ah damn, that's a shame.
Terrible news, Satch! A sad day for me. One of the greats....
You said it, Mike.
Very saddened to hear this news.
Quote from: satchmo on 16 November, 2009, 12:01:32 PM
Edward Woodward, RIP.
Shamed, RIP Edward, always remember you for The Wicker Man, and Breaker Morant (as it was mentioned in final graphic novel of Preacher....
Very sad news.
Oh no... That really is a loss.
Even the weakest thing he did, The Equaliser for telly, was brilliantly played. He never gave less than 100%. Genius.
I remember the Equaliser inbtween watching reruns of Hunter, Automan,Knight Rider and A-team.
That's a shame. We watched the Equalizer religiously when I was a kid.
V
Quote from: Mike Gloady on 16 November, 2009, 12:57:03 PM
Even the weakest thing he did, The Equaliser
Did you not see Crusade? Admittedly he was only in one episode and it was stunt casting to put him alongside his son who was one of the leads but God it was dire. A flawed show to begin with, that episode was just atrocious. I doubt he knew what he was getting himself into.
I didn't. The whole thing looked deeply crap so I avoided it (a tactic I've used on 24, Lost and, ooooh, hundreds of other shows that looked like they'd get my goat).
I've only seen two or three episodes of Callan from back when I was VHS tape trading, but what I saw was pretty amazing. Hell of a talent!
Shame. He really was a great talent. RIP Edward.
Yeah, just heard there was a late Equalizer, he did a fantastic turn in Hot Fuzz. A real great.
Ah, that's a shame, I really liked Edward Woodward. My nanny used to let me stay up and watch the Equaliser when I was a little boy.
I once had to write a story about where I lived using only two sentences (it was an A-level English excercise). Mine was:
Edward Woodward went for a swim in the sea and banged his head on a bit of drift wood wood wood. It was in Gorleston.
That's a shame to hear.
Beaten to mentioning Crusade, a show whose ambition outstripped the abilities of those involved to make television, though I notice that all the tv shows Mike Gloady mentions starred Daniel Day Kim - what's your beef with Koreans, Mike?
Woodward did that binmen show that got on my tits, but he also did Wicker Man, Callan, Equalizer - quality shows that rightly overshadow his odd miss.
See ya, Eddie, you'll be missed. The Wicker Man is still one of my all-time favourites, and Nicholas Cage and his piss-weak remake only serve to show how Mr Woodward's talent shone in the real film.
We are all Equalised in death.
Great sham, though I glad he got to doi a bit of Eastenders only recently.
He was married to Michelle Dotrice, 'Betty' of Some Mothers Do 'Av 'Em...I think it was Terry Wogan who once said that when they were together you "couldn't see Woodward for Dotrice".
Sad to hear that Edward Woodward passed away. What is quite weird is that I was playing the Equalizer theme tune on Spotify just a few days ago as I was trying to find the Rumblefish soundtrack.
I'm watching 'Hot Fuzz' in his honour
Derek B
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8363336.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8363336.stm)
Heart attack at 44! That's bloody scary. One of the first rappers I ever heard. Sad News.
RIP Edward Woodward. Met the great equaliser. That episode of Callan (I suppose ironic now) and called "That 'ull be the day" (that I die) is just a classic of TV.
Derek B?! Man, that's no age to check out... That first record was great.
Poor old Eddie. May have to watch The Wicker Man this weekend now.
A friend and all around lovely guy, Skinny from ColdWar (as mentioned in an ABC Warriors story recently) passed away last night
Very sad
Here he is singing with his old band Coitus
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAfm8yNMv-Y
RIP
Maggie Jones - Blance Hunt in Corrie died today
I see Paul O'grady's dog Buster died the other day!
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 02 December, 2009, 07:59:47 PM
Maggie Jones - Blance Hunt in Corrie died today
Watching Corrie right now funnily enough. That's very sad, Blanche was by far and away the best character in it, always ready with a withering put down or cynical opinion. My favourite Blanche line was when the Platts were having one of their dramas in the middle of the street: "That Gail Platt - she's only happy when she's got someone's hands around her throat."
oh thats sad. avid corrie viewers we are in my house. blanche was magic. :-( sbt
Ah, she was my mum's favourite by miles. I wasn't a fan of the show, or soaps in general, but now my mum's gone I can't even hear the music without crying. Blanche was comedy gold.
Robert Holdstock, author of "Mythago Wood". Sad news.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2009/dec/02/robert-holdstock-obituary (http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2009/dec/02/robert-holdstock-obituary)
Quote from: Kerrin on 03 December, 2009, 06:01:23 PM
Robert Holdstock, author of "Mythago Wood". Sad news.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2009/dec/02/robert-holdstock-obituary (http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2009/dec/02/robert-holdstock-obituary)
A real loss that one.
He also wrote a series of horror novels called
Nighthunter under a pseudonym which made a lasting impression on the young me.
Quote from: His Lordship rac on 03 December, 2009, 06:12:05 PM
He also wrote a series of horror novels called Nighthunter under a pseudonym which made a lasting impression on the young me.
Not forgetting the most important work of fiction EVAH in the lives of young nerds of --ahem-- a certain age: the novel that accompanied the 5.5" floppy version of Elite!
Cheers
Jim
Holdstok was that rare thing - a fantasy author I could read without wincing and/or retching semi-regularly. Shame.
I remember the Elite novella, too. Didn't realise it was him though.
Actor Richard Todd. 90. :(
Actually parachuted into France on D-Day and then went on to star in the film of it The Longest Day.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 03 December, 2009, 06:25:11 PM
Quote from: His Lordship rac on 03 December, 2009, 06:12:05 PM
He also wrote a series of horror novels called Nighthunter under a pseudonym which made a lasting impression on the young me.
Not forgetting the most important work of fiction EVAH in the lives of young nerds of --ahem-- a certain age: the novel that accompanied the 5.5" floppy version of Elite!
Cheers
Jim
True!
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8394812.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8394812.stm)
made a post, decided it was bollax, but can't delete it, only edit it to delete the text. Move along, nothing to see here!
Sad news about Robert Holdstock. I read Mythago Wood again last year, it's a brilliant book.
RIP Richard Todd, He was a true hero - I can't say anything more
Quote from: satchmo on 04 December, 2009, 12:52:36 PM
Sad news about Robert Holdstock. I read Mythago Wood again last year, it's a brilliant book.
Mmmm, amazing stuff, some good sequels too. The Dark Wheel was a genuinely inspirational part of the greatest game ever, and there were some nice boobies in The Emerald Forest. Covered all the bases really, intelligent fantasy, BBC Micro games and the norks of First Peoples. Well done that man!
Brittany Murphy, apparently. 32.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 20 December, 2009, 07:25:58 PM
Brittany Murphy, apparently. 32.
That's sad. I liked her in Clueless and King of the Hill.
WHAT?? No..!
Ah shitfuck.
In the words of Ram Sweeny from the movie Heathers: "Jesus God in Heaven, why'd you have to kill such hot snatch?"
But seriously - that really sucks. Saw her in Drive with Mark Dacascos all those years ago and been a fan ever since....
Real shame.
Brittany Murphy was great in this. That quirky, childlike innocence thing she had going on. Goshdarnit!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEL_JiwOHoI
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 20 December, 2009, 07:25:58 PM
Brittany Murphy, apparently. 32.
what? fuck! as was watch dvd of Sin City last night, RIP Brittany Murphy :(
also RIP Joe McElderry's career as Rage Against The Machine beat Joe McElderry to claim the Christmas number one
Like Joe's career wasn't already doomed to last a year, if that.
Well, I just logged on here from the MSN news page, where I saw the news about Brittany Murphy. It's a while since a celebrity death has shocked me like that.
Really sad. I had a thing for her in movies. Doubly sobering is the fact the she was the same age as me. RIP.
Quote from: Van Dom on 20 December, 2009, 09:17:02 PM
Brittany Murphy was great in this. That quirky, childlike innocence thing she had going on. Goshdarnit!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEL_JiwOHoI
I jkust read that on my news page. What a shame.
(http://ninemsn.com.au/img/2009/news/2112_murphjy_nh_sp.jpg)
Her hubby has been acting very suspiciously since it happened.
http://celebrities.ninemsn.com.au/blog.aspx?blogentryid=549685&showcomments=true&rss=yes (http://celebrities.ninemsn.com.au/blog.aspx?blogentryid=549685&showcomments=true&rss=yes)
Despite her comeliness, I don't think she's ever really been healthy and every movie Iv'e seen seen her in since
Clueless. Where I remember her more full bodied looks. I think there was a problem with anorexia. As far she appears, I've always admired her, but I knew there was always a problem with her health.
About seeiing the film
Clueless. I was always hanging around the city in those days. I was lonely, bored and I had the money to burn. Before cable television, the movies were alwys a pleasant diversion, not matter what I brought tickets for.
It is a real shame and at such a young age too.
Tim Hart, founder member of Steeleye Span.
A band that doesn't have much steet cred these days, but if it wasn't for the folk-rock pioneers in Steeleye Span and Fairport Convention, a huge chunk of British heritage would've simply died out. The folk purists hated them, but they reinvented traditional British songs as something alive and relevant. Countless modern performers owe them a great debt for this enduring cultural legacy.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 30 December, 2009, 07:40:46 PM
Tim Hart, founder member of Steeleye Span.
A band that doesn't have much steet cred these days, but if it wasn't for the folk-rock pioneers in Steeleye Span and Fairport Convention, a huge chunk of British heritage would've simply died out. The folk purists hated them, but they reinvented traditional British songs as something alive and relevant. Countless modern performers owe them a great debt for this enduring cultural legacy.
Its a shame that they are mostly remembered for a novelty song that was All Around My Hat because its not really representative of their music.A couple of their LPs featured members of Fairport Convention.The critics love Fairport convention but they rarely mention Steeleye Span.
One of the members of Steeleye Span lived or still does live in Hastings.He was the guitarist but i dont recall his name .Having checked pictures it was Tim Hart that i used to talk to sometimes because i had a summer job selling ice creams outside the cafe on the West Hill and he used to bring all his kids round to buy them ice creams.
Rowland S Howard, who you may know of from The Birthday Party
http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2009/12/31/2783381.htm (http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2009/12/31/2783381.htm)
Top bloke whenever he came into the radio station for an interview & play a few tunes live to air.
Quote from: O Lucky Stevie! on 31 December, 2009, 06:34:15 AMRowland S Howard, who you may know of from The Birthday Party
That's sad. I didn't even know he was ill.
Chas Balun- artist, writer, critic, journalist, famous for his GORE SCORE, MORE GORE SCORE and Horror Holocaust books. A seminal voice of my youth. Dies of some form of cancer on December 18th, aged 61.
SBT
Quote from: The Cosh on 31 December, 2009, 09:07:50 AM
That's sad. I didn't even know he was ill.
I'm not surprised Cosh, he kept it pretty much under his hat & didn't announce anything until very recently. Like a month or two ago.
So very much like Rowland from my experience of meeting this softly spoken man. My abiding memory shall be of espying Rowland through an open doorway, tuning up before going head to head with the Drivel Brothers.
Tsutomu Yamaguchi (died 4 January 2010) - Survived both the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 07 January, 2010, 12:31:28 PM
Survived both the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings
Does that count as good luck or bad luck?
More seriously, hard to imagine what he must have witnessed.
If i ever think I've had a bad week I'm gonna think about this guy.
Quote from: TordelBack on 07 January, 2010, 12:34:51 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 07 January, 2010, 12:31:28 PM
Survived both the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings
Does that count as good luck or bad luck?
More seriously, hard to imagine what he must have witnessed.
From Wikipedia:
Speaking about the recognition Yamaguchi said; "My double radiation exposure is now an official government record. It can tell the younger generation the horrifying history of the atomic bombings even after I die."Looks like they'll be doing some tests on his corpse to see what side effects he would have had.
Quote from: Dunk! on 07 January, 2010, 12:37:20 PM
If i ever think I've had a bad week I'm gonna think about this guy.
From Wikipedia:
In 2009 Yamaguchi learned that he was dying of stomach cancer, which may have been brought on by the bombings.Looks like the cancer was one of the side effects.
Miep Gies (11th January 2010) - Woman who saved Anne Frank's dairy without EVER reading it died from a short illness caused by a fall, aged 100.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 12 January, 2010, 06:19:39 PM
Miep Gies (11th January 2010) - Woman who saved Anne Frank's dairy without EVER reading it died from a short illness caused by a fall, aged 100.
She was an amazing woman RIP
Another inspiring person who died recently; Kim Peake - the autistic savant who was the inspiration for Rain Man. Heart attack at 59
Considering Yamaguchi was nuked twice, he lived to a bloody ripe old age.
Nukes build character.
That's what my old dad used to say.
Crazy bastard.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 12 January, 2010, 08:41:10 PM
Another inspiring person who died recently; Kim Peake - the autistic savant who was the inspiration for Rain Man. Heart attack at 59
Oh wow... shocked by that, sorry to hear it.
As the father of an autistic boy i tend to pick up on autistic news and events but this has passed me by.
Sad.
Teddy Pendergrass, aged just 59
Just a thought for the thousands of earthquake victims in Haiti.
Guitar ace, Mick Green of The Pirates RIP
Bill McLaren, voice of Scottish rugby. I'm pretty sad about this. :(
Kate McGarrigle
http://www.cbc.ca/canada/montreal/story/2010/01/19/mcgarrigle-kate-obit.html
Canadian folk and roots music singer Kate McGarrigle, best known for her work with her sister, Anna, as the McGarrigle Sisters, has died at age 63.
McGarrigle, born in Montreal, died Monday night after battling a rare form of cancer, confirmed her brother-in-law, journalist Dane Lanken.
The mother of musicians Rufus and Martha Wainwright through her previous marriage with American singer-songwriter Loudon Wainwright III, McGarrigle is a music industry icon in her own right.
Quote from: King Trout on 19 January, 2010, 03:45:35 PM
Bill McLaren, voice of Scottish rugby. I'm pretty sad about this. :(
That's sad news and a huge loss. He was the voice of rugby for me and was so knowledgeable passionate about the game and fair minded. A real legend.
Quote from: johnnystress on 19 January, 2010, 04:08:55 PM
Canadian folk and roots music singer Kate McGarrigle, best known for her work with her sister, Anna, as the McGarrigle Sisters, has died at age 63.
Sad to hear that.
The McGarrigle Sisters also worked on the Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds album, No More Shall We Part.
Quote from: Something Fishy on 19 January, 2010, 08:07:19 PM
He was the voice of rugby for me
I've heard that phrase about a dozen times today - it's not the most imaginative nickname is it?
sad news about Kate McGarrigle though - that's some talented genes there.
Jean Simmons, British film star. You'll all have at least seen her in Star Trek the Next Generation, sadly no longer with us.
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001739/ (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001739/)
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 24 January, 2010, 07:19:34 PM
JYou'll all have at least seen her in Star Trek the Next Generation, sadly no longer with us.
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001739/ (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001739/)
And Spartacus, surely!
I was thinking of the younger members on here!
heard that one on the radio today and my first thought was the dude from Kiss...
Scorpions
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8478359.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8478359.stm)
Quote from: Dunk! on 25 January, 2010, 11:19:51 AM
Scorpions
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8478359.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8478359.stm)
I never liked the Scorpions much until I saw them live. I saw them support Judas Priest a few years back and didn't expect them to be any good and they rocked! They were actually better than the rather disappointing Judas Priest.
They'll be back in a few years for a reunion tour just like everyone else.
Quote from: Dunk! on 25 January, 2010, 11:19:51 AM
Scorpions
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8478359.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8478359.stm)
I remember that bubble gum boobie cover was rather controversial when I was at school. Ah, innocent days!
This could just be a clever way of getting publicity for a new album and tour - as Albion says, there's always the option of reunions down the line. How many "final tours" did Quo have?
John Berry, Ladybird book artist. In those days they were called 'commercial artists'. I always thought there was something humble about that.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2010/jan/22/john-berry-obituary
My car :(
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/Wellsy/IMG_0267.jpg)
Knock the wing out a bit and it will be good as new.
V
For banger racing, maybe...
Bloody hell Pete, you really should stop running old ladies down at bus stops.
JD Salinger
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/8486169.stm
Wow. JD. He must have had a good run. Already a syllabus read by the 60's.
Didn't he recently sue the author of a crappy Catcher in The Rye sequel for plagiarism? Anyone know how that turned out?
And more importantly, Zelda Rubinstein, the munchkin psychic from the Poltergeist movies died today aged 76.
(What can I say? I like Poltergeist better than catcher in the Rye!) :o
See more Glass!
Quote(What can I say? I like Poltergeist better than catcher in the Rye!)
Me too! Although, in Catcher's defence, I think the main reason I disliked it was that I read it for the first time in my 20s. I suspect that if I'd read it as a teen, I'd be praising Holden Caulfield as a hero rather than wanting to punch him for being a whiny twat.
Read it as a teenager still wanted to punch his whingey yankee lights out
Quote from: Proudhuff on 28 January, 2010, 09:02:59 PM
Read it as a teenager still wanted to punch his whingey yankee lights out
Mmmm... back to the drawing board then...
Read it as a teen shortly after reading A Clockwork Orange and it paled. PALED.
Martin Grace (1942-2010) - James Bond stunt coordinator and double aged 67
Quote from: His Lordship rac on 28 January, 2010, 08:59:03 PM
I think the main reason I disliked it was that I read it for the first time in my 20s. I suspect that if I'd read it as a teen, I'd be praising Holden Caulfield as a hero rather than wanting to punch him for being a whiny twat.
Similar story to me. I was in my early 30s when I read "Catcher In The Rye" and only read it because it was so heavily referenced in the first series of "Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex". I got the feeling that to have got the most out of the book I should have read it in my teens.
Read it in my teens and wanted to punch the over-privileged twonk.
I'd never been aware of having met anyone who didn't like Catcher in the Rye before, so this outpouring of hate (here and elsewhere) has really taken me by surprise.
I first read it when I was a whingey 14 year old and absolutely loved it. I've not reread it for a while but it hadn't lost its appeal on numerous rereads. You'll be having a pop at The Breakfast Club next!
Quote from: staticgirl on 29 January, 2010, 02:18:16 PM
Read it in my teens and wanted to punch the over-privileged twonk.
If anything, it had the opposite effect on me: an appreciation that rich people could have feelings too.
Yeah have to say I'm surprised by the number of people who don't like 'Catcher in the Rye'. Don't mind, each to their own and all that but just never come across it before. I thought it was great book if not the classic its said to be.
Read it as a teen, I really enjoyed it and I'm still very fond of it, although I did think that Franny and Zooey was a better book.
You can add me to The Catcher.... haters too. I read it last year after hearing so many things about it over the years and was extremely disappointed.
We got a call on Friday to say that my Dad had been found dead. We don't know yet what happened, but it may have been a heart attack.
I'll miss you, Dad.
Sorry to hear that Jaded. My thoughts are with you.
Blimey, Jared. Sorry to hear that. I'd like to think that you're a friend and it's sad to see this happen to you. I hope you can make it through this period.
Bloody hell, Jared. Tough time. All the best.
Fuck nooooo. That is awful news.
So sorry to hear the terrible news Jared. Thoughts are with you.
Sorry to hear that Jared. Tough times but I hope you can get through it.
Dear Lord, Jared. Awful news. So sorry. Thoughts are with you at this time.
Very sorry to read this, Jared! Best wishes to your family.
Best wishes, Jared.
A collective board hug sent to Jared.
Condolences and best wishes Jared.
Terrible news Jared my condolences.
Sorry for your loss, Jared.
I'm very sorry to hear that Jared, my thoughts are with you and your family X
Very sorry to hear that Jared. Best wishes to you and your family.
Condolences, Jared. Very best to you and your family.
Jim
So sorry for your loss. Take care.
Very sorry to hear that Jared. Take care of yourself and your loved ones mate.
Thoughts are with you Jared.
I really hate reading this thread sometimes. :-(
Really sorry for your loss, Jared. Condolences to you and your family.
Blimey... take care.
M@
My thoughts are with you Jared.
filip
Jared,
No amount of typing will make it feel easier to cope with - but hopefully it'll have the effect that similar good wishes and condolences had for me recently in a similar situation. My dad died with little warning and I'd have to say that's harder to cope with in many ways than my mother's long protracted illness. Make sure you keep in touch with your friends and family - it's very easy to retreat into a corner and ignore the world but it's not healthy.
Should you need to, my PM inbox is open to you at any time. Best of luck and I'm really really sorry to hear of your loss.
Blimey Jared, really sorry to hear that.
Sincere condolences to you and all your family.
Dave
My deepest condolences to you and yours, Jared.
Mark.
That's rough mate, best wishes.
Sad to hear that Jared.
My Dad died very suddenly 15 years ago, and my Mum soon after. It's a terribly sad and hard thing but I found the happy memories helped me through.
Sorry to hear that Jared.
Thoughts with you Jared.
V
My sincere condolences Jared, take care, Sir.
I'm really sorry to hear that Jared. Take care mate.
Very sorry to hear that, Jared. I hope you and your family are coping, though I know it must be very, very hard.
Shit, Jared. Not a lot I can add to what everyone else has said. Take care, man.
Sorry to hear your sad news, Jared. Sincerest sympathies to you and yours, sudden loss is its very own brand of nightmare.
Sorry to hear of your loss, Jared.
"I would have you raise me; I can see the west then:
I would see the sun set once before I go."
So he lay a-gazing, seemed to be at rest then,
Quiet as a spirit in the golden glow.
So he lay a-watching rosy castles crumbling,
Moats of blind amber, bastions of flame,
Rugged rifts of opal, crimson turrets tumbling;
So he lay a-dreaming till the shadows came.
R.W.Service
Justin Mentell aged 27.
Former BOSTON LEGAL actor JUSTIN MENTELL has died in a tragic car crash.
Mentell was not wearing a seatbelt when his jeep swerved off a road near Madison, Wisconsin and went down an embankment, smashing into two trees
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 03 February, 2010, 04:52:10 PM
Former BOSTON LEGAL actor JUSTIN MENTELL has died in a tragic car crash.
Mentell was not wearing a seatbelt when his jeep swerved off a road near Madison, Wisconsin and went down an embankment, smashing into two trees
Terrible. The brother in law of a colleague of my wife died in a car accident a few days ago in Mauritius. The car drove off the edge of a cliff!
I've just caught up on this thread after some time away. Jared, I'm really sorry for your loss. I realise this is late, but I sincerely hope you and your family are coping.
SBT
Thanks for the kind words guys.
My family and I are doing OK at the moment. We're trying to stay as positive as possible, as my Dad would have wanted it that way.
Dad had a pretty dark sense of humour, so I'm sure he would have derived great amusement from all the mishaps that occurred during the funeral mass. Squeaking microphone, hiccuping baby, his hapless son not being told that he was supposed to bring the wine up to the altar etc. etc.
It's been hard, but I guess I'm going to be alright.
Good to hear.
And just incase you're NOT alright at any point, having been in a very similar position only 4 months ago, I can say that sometimes, later, you might almost feel stupid for saying "I'm still having a hard time" so if you ARE, at any point, PM me.
RIP Sir Johnny Dankworth
Ian Carmichael
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8502006.stm
McQueen
http://news.uk.msn.com/uk/articles.aspx?cp-documentid=152119342
Dan O'Bannon: Sci-Fi writer
Dan O'Bannon was never quite famous, but his name was revered by fans of science-fiction cinema. He wrote Alien (1979) and Total Recall (1990), worked on special effects for Star Wars (1977), and collaborated closely with John Carpenter on his debut film Dark Star (1974), in which O'Bannon also played one of the main characters.
He was a purist, keen to defend the artistic and narrative integrity of his films. He repeatedly fell out with collaborators, responding to a critic's negative comments on Alien with a long letter of agreement. "The script that was committed to the film was self-contradictory, confusing, one-dimensional, clichéd and bargain-basement as science-fiction," he wrote in a letter to Starburst magazine. He blamed the producers.
Most viewers seemed to think Alien worked well enough — the film was an international hit, spawned a franchise, proved enormously influential and currently figures in the Top 50 films of all time, as voted for by the public on the Internet Movie Database website. Its success helped generate interest in O'Bannon's other projects and he might have made more were he a little more ready to compromise his visions.
Born in St Louis in 1946, he studied film at the University of Southern California, where he met John Carpenter. Dark Star began as a student film about four astronauts whose job it is to travel through space blowing up unstable planets. They are accompanied by a pet alien, a beachball with claws. O'Bannon and Carpenter wrote it together and financed the original 45-minute, 16mm version themselves, with Carpenter directing and O'Bannon doing virtually everything else, including acting, editing and production design. There was not much action, but a lot of humour and imagination — the ship's captain is dead, but still conscious in the freezer, and the alien beachball is becoming increasingly belligerent. Carpenter described it as "Waiting for Godot in space". Producer Jack H. Harris put up the money to expand it into a feature film for commercial release.
Carpenter went on to become one of Hollywood's top directors. O'Bannon meanwhile worked on digital visual effects for Star Wars and determined that he would like to do another science-fiction film about an alien on a spaceship, but with the focus on horror rather than comedy and a purpose-built alien rather than a modified beachball.
He and Ronald Shusett co-wrote Alien and they pitched it as "Jaws in space", though O'Bannon said his creature had been inspired by earthy bugs and the life cycle of parasitic organisms. "One thing I realised hadn't been exploited in science fiction movies were the physical aspects," he said. "The real world offered many examples which were extremely loathsome, and I thought, if it's good enough for Mother Nature, maybe it will work on an audience. One review said that watching this movie was like turning over a rock and finding something disgusting. That was a pretty good description of what I was going after."
They almost signed to do it as a low-budget feature with Roger Corman, but Walter Hill got involved as producer, reworked the script and steered it into production at 20th Century Fox. Key changes included changing the sex of the main character, played by Sigourney Weaver. O'Bannon also got one of the most memorable aliens in cinema history, designed by H.R.Giger.
O'Bannon was one of the writers on the cult sci-fi animation anthology film Heavy Metal (1981) and he and Don Jakoby co-wrote Blue Thunder (1983), a hit thriller with Roy Scheider as a police helicopter pilot. There was a spin-off TV series, to which O'Bannon also contributed, though he was unhappy about changes in the original script.
He wrote and directed the zombie horror film The Return of the Living Dead (1985), which again put a heavy emphasis on black comedy. It was a hit, there were several sequels and it retains a passionate following, though it was one of only two films O'Bannon directed. He worked with Jackoby again on the space vampire movie Lifeforce (1985) and the remake Invaders from Mars (1986).
He also continued to work with Shusett, on an adaptation of "We Can Remember It for You Wholesale" (1966), a Philip K. Dick story about implanted memories. Shusett had been working on it since before meeting O'Bannon. It was eventually shot as Total Recall with Arnold Schwarzenegger and was a major hit. But O'Bannon fell out with Shusett over the ending and again he was unhappy with the final film.
Other credits include Screamers (1995), another Philip K.Dick story that he adapted. He had been suffering from Crohn's disease for years. He is survived by his wife and son.
Dan O'Bannon, writer, was born on September 30, 1946. He died on December 17, 2009, aged 63
He left a bloody good mark on the film world...
Alexander McQueen at age 40.
Walter Frederick Morrison, inventor of the Frisbee.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/8512198.stm
Hell, I missed Ian Carmichael. I contend he was too old when cast as Lord Peter Wimsey, but damn if he didn't do an amazing job regardless. That was one of the best things the BBC made in the 70s. What a class act he was. The climactic scene between him and Paul Darrow at the end of "Murder Must Advertise" is one of the most amazing pieces of TV ever.
Charles Wilson (February 10th) - Texas politician who Tom Hanks potrayed in Charle Wilson's War died from cardiopulmonary arrest.
Quote from: albion83uk on 12 February, 2010, 01:54:39 PM
Walter Frederick Morrison, inventor of the Frisbee.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/8512198.stm
Incorrect.
The answer is Marty McFly. Thanks for playing though.
Quote from: Mike Gloady on 12 February, 2010, 05:22:31 PM
Quote from: albion83uk on 12 February, 2010, 01:54:39 PM
Walter Frederick Morrison, inventor of the Frisbee.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/8512198.stm
Incorrect.
The answer is Marty McFly. Thanks for playing though.
Bugger, I'd forgotten about the arsom achievements of the McFly.
Here, I'm going to teach y'all something you didn't know about television, and why Carmichael is so important. I wrote this two years ago:
***
Now, nobody believes me when I say this, but a case can certainly be made that Lord Peter Wimsey is, from a production standpoint, one of the most important TV series to ever come out of Britain. Here's why. Masterpiece Theatre was a production of Boston's public TV station, WGBH, and was underwritten by Mobil. The story goes that in the seventies, Masterpiece Theatre was getting its biggest ratings from two ongoing series which would pop up with new episodes each year: Upstairs, Downstairs and the (annual) Sayers adaptations. After these finished, executives with Mobil spoke with WGBH about doing more mystery stories. WGBH didn't feel that Masterpiece Theatre really needed to buy into what few mystery stories were available. Almost nothing available in Britain in the late 70s really fit the mold, and what little there was - a short-lived series of Dick Francis adaptations and a TV movie of Peter Lovesey's novel Cribb - was really stretching the definition of "masterpiece," although a case could be made for a new series starring Leo McKern called Rumpole of the Bailey...
Well, the story goes, the Mobil exec suggested that if these weren't highbrow masterpieces and not the sort of thing Alistair Cooke would really get behind, why not start a spinoff series to feature those?
So Mystery! debuted in 1980, by which time Cribb had gone onto a series. These and Rumpole and the Dick Francis adaptations provided the backbone for the series for its first few seasons, but the problem was that the cost of television production in the UK was rising dramatically and international co-production partners were badly needed to finance major new productions, especially as British TV moved away from videotape drama and embraced film. So by 1983, Mystery! was really looking awfully weak since they just had TV movies and mediocre miniseries that nobody was watching, and so WGBH started looking for ways to invest in new productions that would prop up their umbrella programs, right at the same time that British TV companies started looking for financing.
The first big show to benefit from the co-productions was Granada's Adventures of Sherlock Holmes - the Jeremy Brett series. To modern eyes, that backlot that makes up Baker Street might look awfully small, but it was a huge international success, and couldn't have been made without WGBH's investment. Nor could so many series that followed, including Central's Inspector Morse or Granada's Prime Suspect or numerous other shows which the Masterpiece Theatre and Mystery! teams were helping pay for. Possibly Poirot, Miss Marple and Campion as well, but I'd have to check. Dozens of major British series of the 1990s had some Boston public TV and Mobil money behind them, but none of the continuing detective shows would have existed at all without WGBH's Mystery!, and that wouldn't have existed without the Ian Carmichael serials.
***
In thatcase, I'm very grateful. Those Jeremy Brett Holmes things are running on ITV4 in the afternoons these days, been feeling very rough the last few days, they've helped.
Jeremy Brett is Holmes-I love that show
to my dismay they seem to have run out of episodes this morning
on topic
rip Dick Francis
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/books/booknews/7240946/Dick-Francis-tributes-paid-to-peoples-champion.html
Quote from: johnnystress on 15 February, 2010, 08:57:59 AM
Jeremy Brett is Holmes-I love that show
My lovely wife bought me the complete set on DVD Christmas before last. I love my wife.
The thing I particularly like about the Granada 'Holmes' series is that it actually makes sense of the Holmes/Watson relationship. Where previous versions of Watson had always seemed rather, well, dim, this version was a deeply
practical man which -- of course -- is precisely what is needed by a man as totally unconcerned with practical matters as Holmes.
Cheers!
Jim
If Brett/Holmes is on the box it doesn't matter how many times I've seen the episode before, I'll watch it. Sheer brilliance.
Lionel Jeffries - who always seem to be an OAP even in the 60's.
First Man on the Moon is a fav.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8524335.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8524335.stm)
Aw No! Here's hoping that The amazing Mr Lumsden gets shown then.
First Men in The Moon sorry.
Yup, Lionel Jeffries was a year younger than Dick Van Dyke when he played the grandad in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
It's sad news. I always found something deeply likeable about him as he always had an eccentric charisma on screen and I'd check every few months so see if he was still with us.
I think I'll have to watch The Colditz Story tonight, and Murder Ahoy! where he meets his match in good old Margaret Rutherford.
:( :(
Really sad news.
I know it's very late, Jared, but I'm very sorry to hear about your Dad.
Alexander Haig - Former US Army general who served as the United States Secretary of State under President Ronald Reagan and White House Chief of Staff under Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford.
On February 20, 2010, Haig died from complications from a staphylococcal infection after being hospitalized at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore on January 28, 2010.
Not going to be shedding a lot of tears over that one...
Eugene Lambert, Irish puppeteer extraordinaire. Not familiar to anyone outside of Ireland probably, but anyone who was a kid in the 70s and early 80s here will remember him. Met him twice, as a kid and an adult, lovely guy.
A bit late I know, but I was quite moved when I heard on Radio 4 in the car at 4.00pm on Friday that Lionel Jeffries had passed on. Not because at 83 he hadn't had a bad innings, but because I had a great affection for the man, his performances and his films, and because The Railway Children never ceases to make me cry. It's Jenny Agutter's last scene at the end, and the anticipation of it, that always turns me into a gibbering wreck. It was lovely hearing Sally Thomsett's reminiscences on the radio.
Lionel Jeffries was a super chap without whom British film would be missing many wonderful character performances and one of the most satisfying and moving of family films.
RIP
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v79/johnnystress/Judge_Judge.jpg)
Nice! (Helpful exposition - the dog's name was Judge. He had the decency to make Judge talk when I met him a few years ago.)
Quote from: House of Usher on 23 February, 2010, 01:18:23 PM
It's Jenny Agutter's last scene at the end, and the anticipation of it, that always turns me into a gibbering wreck.
Mmmm, that's a killer line alright.
Fantastic, Johnnystress. That just brought a big smile to my face, after hearing such sad news. We need more shows like the fantastic Wanderly Wagon these days.
When I first stated working in RTE (22 FEB 1999 to be precise), the actual Wanderley Wagon sat parked outside studio in all kinds of weather.
RIP Eugene Lambert, I loved all the crew, Judge and Crow, Sneakey Snake scared the
sh%t out of me, I remember the Safe Cross Code with Judge and Brendan Grace. Was there a brushing you teeth campaign involving Judge as well?
A very simple show, but but very effictive. I looked into bringing the kids to the theatre last year, but between one thing and another, I presume it will be still open, didnt his family run it?
David
QuoteWhen I first stated working in RTE (22 FEB 1999 to be precise), the actual Wanderley Wagon sat parked outside studio in all kinds of weather.
My Production Design tutor in college designed the bastard. Hence my meeting Eugene Lambert.
Frank 'Father Jack' Kelly was the bad guy in Wanderly Wagon; some kind of evil professor.
I loved the Lambert Puppet Theatre on the few occasions I was lucky enough to see them live, but for some reason Wanderly Wagon scared the almighty crap out of me as a kid. Except for Judge, obviously.
Walter Koenig's son. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8538208.stm
Can't imagine how horrible this must be for him.
Oh. that's a terrible story.
Quote from: TordelBack on 24 February, 2010, 02:55:04 PM
but for some reason Wanderly Wagon scared the almighty crap out of me as a kid.
me too- they had a scene where that Irish sounding tune by Mike Oldfield (I think) would herald the approach of visiting Leprechaun who may or may not have been malevolent.
And it filled me with absolute dread
Very sad about W Koenings son
BBC Radio 6
BBC Asian Network
Quote from: LARF on 26 February, 2010, 04:50:37 PM
BBC Radio 6
BBC Asian Network
Not yet, not definately. I live in hope.
Has anybody heard of Andrew Koenig?
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 26 February, 2010, 07:12:25 PM
Has anybody heard of Andrew Koenig?
He was 'Boner' in the US teen show
Growing Pains. Suffered with depression all his life - tragic.
Quote from: Goatilocks on 26 February, 2010, 07:29:24 PM
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 26 February, 2010, 07:12:25 PM
Has anybody heard of Andrew Koenig?
He was 'Boner' in the US teen show Growing Pains. Suffered with depression all his life - tragic.
There is also THIS. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hjp0I_okX0w)
Yes, I know Boner from Growing Pains.
Commited Suicide, I wonder what pushed him over the brink.
After Walter Koenig's son we now hear about Marie Osmond's son who may have committed suicide, also due to depression, very sad.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100228/ap_en_tv/us_marie_osmond_s_son (http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100228/ap_en_tv/us_marie_osmond_s_son)
Oh no. Daytime TV presenter Kristian Digby. That's a shocker.
Quote from: House of Usher on 02 March, 2010, 07:52:39 AM
Oh no. Daytime TV presenter Kristian Digby. That's a shocker.
It's really sad, He seemed like a nice guy - can't wait for the Daily Heil's 'sensitive' coverage
Never heard of the guy- but that's no age to be dying...
What daytime tv did he present?
Im already hearing that he died after a "solo sex game when horribly wrong" - I predict more of this sensitive Hutchence/Carradine style coverage.
Property shows mainly. He seemed a very nice, slightly plummy but not too posh, funny chap who'd get on marvellously with your mum. I'm quite sad.
I guess we should also issue an RIP for BBC 6 Music :(
Quote from: wild-seven on 02 March, 2010, 01:07:26 PM
I guess we should also issue an RIP for BBC 6 Music :(
Don't bury it yet - everybody seems to be doing frantic u-turns and insisting that it was just a suggestion, no decisions have been made yet etc. I think the backlash has taken them by surprise.
The Tory media spokesman initially welcomed the closure, but now says: "Having not listened to 6music, I took it on trust the BBC knew what it was doing ( :lol:). Several things have happened since I spoke out. I had no strong views on 6music on Friday. I now know it is brilliant,
*vote tory* with a passionate and articulate fan base
*vote tory* I strongly suspect it will be saved
*vote tory*" (subtext added)
Oh and David Bowie's on the case too!
It's buried. Been announced. Check bbc homepage.
Poo.
And yet The horror that is 1 xtra remains. Wank.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 02 March, 2010, 01:26:35 PM
The Tory media spokesman initially welcomed the closure, but now says: "Having not listened to 6music, I took it on trust the BBC knew what it was doing ( :lol:). Several things have happened since I spoke out. I had no strong views on 6music on Friday. I now know it is brilliant, *vote tory* with a passionate and articulate fan base *vote tory* I strongly suspect it will be saved *vote tory*" (subtext added)
Ha! As they say a
weekend is a long time in politics!
If people want to complain to the BBC Trust direct then try trust.enquiries@bbc.co.uk
Though I suspect the best course of action is to complain via other media as the BBC is rather in a corner and until people start to defend the organisation itself they will continue to have to make these sort of harsh decisions.
Quote from: Mike Gloady on 02 March, 2010, 01:30:29 PM
It's buried. Been announced. Check bbc homepage.
Hmm, does look pretty decided, although they are still saying "expected" to close and "facing closure", so still possibility of a change of heart I guess. Won't close before end of next year in any event.
Michael Foot.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/politics/2010/mar/03/michael-foot-dies
It's odd. He was a big hitter on the evening news in my very young days, he was everywhere. Now he's dead. Still, not a bad innings I guess. Just Thatcher to go now....
96 as a politician isn't bad going. 96 as anything isn't bad, come to think of it. Might not have agreed with everything he said but you have to admire his sadly-now old-school approach to politics.
One of the last of the substance over style guys. Regardless of whether or not you agreed with his stance, or whether you think that style would inevitably eventualy triumph over style in the political arena, his passing is significant, but like you say - he surely cracked up a fine score of years and that's something.
Mark Linkous (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8554319.stm) out of Sparklehorse.
Happy Man (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJnch_ugp2c) in tribute.
Holy shit
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 03 March, 2010, 12:57:06 PM
Michael Foot.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/politics/2010/mar/03/michael-foot-dies
well that's one foot in the grave then, or two.
Sorry.
Aw no - sad news about Linkous.
M.
ARGH! Just seen this about Mark Linkous. I adore Sparklehorse, especially "Vivadixie..." and "Good Morning Spider". Saw the full band live twice - utterly brilliant. I've been waiting on my downloaded "Dark Night of the Soul" hoping for an eventual CD release, but today may be the time to play it for the first time. Sad, sad news...
M@
Robert McCall, Viking Unmanned Mars Lander, 1970 india ink and acrylic on paper mounted on board, 29 x 46 1/2 inches. Courtesy of the artist.
by Jeff Harrison
Tucson AZ (SPX) Mar 05, 2010
Internationally noted artist Robert McCall died last Friday in Scottsdale, Ariz. The 90-year-old artist and Paradise Valley resident whose works are included in the University of Arizona Museum of Art, won decades of acclaim for his depiction of space and human space travel.
As much as anyone outside the scientific community, McCall popularized the U.S. space program with his fanciful, and often prescient, scenes of astronauts, their spacecrafts and operations on other worlds beyond Earth.
His works include a six-story high mural covering a wall at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C. and the poster for the Oscar-winning 1968 Stanley Kubrick film, "2001: A Space Odyssey."
UAMA currently holds more than 200 of McCall's artwork, a sample of which were on exhibit for several months in 2008, coinciding with the UA-led NASA Phoenix Mars Mission.
Peter Wehinger, a staff astronomer and development officer at the UA Steward Observatory, said McCall followed in the footsteps of Chesley Bonestell, the artist whose work during the early and middle 20th century inspired science fiction and fueled public interest in space exploration.
Wehinger, a longtime friend of McCall and his wife, Louise, said McCall was a founding member of the astronomy board at Steward and helped fund a number of financially struggling students through the UA.
"About five or six years ago, he began to think about his work and we had many discussions about how and where they might go," Wehinger said. UAMA Director Charles Guerin, he said, gave McCall a warm and enthusiastic reception.
After several meetings at McCall's Paradise Valley studio they worked out an agreement to transfer the bulk of his work to UAMA. That included not only his paintings, but sketches, slides and even designs for the patches that NASA astronauts wore on their missions in space.
Guerin described McCall as a visionary as well as an exceptionally gifted artist.
"Bob was America's preeminent illustrator of the history of aviation, the NASA program and space flight in general. He had entree to some of the most remarkable aspects of American aviation history, including landing man on the Moon and the launch of the space shuttle.
"Much of his work was his interpretation of where we were going as a people. I don't even like to refer to it as science fiction. Bob saw the world in terms of what it would be and could be. He was an extraordinary individual."
Guerin said McCall's archives are a gift that "will allow young students to study his creative efforts, his remarkable artistic career."
McCall also spearheaded the creation of the Archive of Visual Arts at the museum. The Robert T. and Louise H. McCall Gallery at UAMA was named for the artist and his wife.
"He was the guy who would never stop working," said Wehinger. "When I visited him six months ago he had just completed a portrait of (Apollo 11 commander) Neil Armstrong for NASA and was starting on a painting for the U.S. Navy SEALS headquarters in Virginia."
Corey Haim
totally fuck up!
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a207884/actor-corey-haim-dies-aged-38.html (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a207884/actor-corey-haim-dies-aged-38.html)
always rememeber him in The Lost Boys....
(http://roflrazzi.files.wordpress.com/2009/08/celebrity-pictures-haim-feldman-lost-boys.jpg)
But glad he managed to appears in The Lost Boys 2's ending. as it was best of that film.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WL4_1qVos8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WL4_1qVos8)
Remember kids.
Just say NO!
Oh dear. That's too early to check out. Although until now I always thought Corey Haim was the one on the right in that picture, Goaty.....
Quote from: uncle fester on 10 March, 2010, 03:14:02 PM
Oh dear. That's too early to check out. Although until now I always thought Corey Haim was the one on the right in that picture, Goaty.....
Well he is a Corey.
Wow, my age. Drugs, no sympathy.
The one on the right Cory Feldman imancipated from parents IIRC.
V
Quote from: Goaty on 10 March, 2010, 02:24:22 PM
totally fuck up!
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a207884/actor-corey-haim-dies-aged-38.html (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a207884/actor-corey-haim-dies-aged-38.html)
always rememeber him in The Lost Boys....
(http://roflrazzi.files.wordpress.com/2009/08/celebrity-pictures-haim-feldman-lost-boys.jpg)
But glad he managed to appears in The Lost Boys 2's ending. as it was best of that film.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WL4_1qVos8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WL4_1qVos8)
The candle that burns twice as bright burns half...oh wait, it's Corey haim.
Quoting the Wikipedea Entry for Corey Haim.....QuoteOn March 10, 2010 it was reported that Corey Haim was taken to Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank, California and pronounced dead at 02:15 (PST) (10:15 UTC). Although police reportedly told CBS Radio News that Haim died of an apparent overdose, police now state that an autopsy will determine the cause of death.[20][21]
So, I won't say drug overdose just yet. I made that mistake with
Heath Ledger What esle could it be .....
Red krytonite.
Lest we forget......
The Lost Boys Love that scene where he first meets the Frog brothers. Edgar and Allen in their parents store and tells them a issue of Superman has been shelved the wrong way.
The trenchcoat/bathrobe with the popped up collar.
Drive my Car Thats another great memory.
He seems diffrent now, older yes, but in this interview....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prZGEJ0rrhI&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prZGEJ0rrhI&feature=related)
....like a completey different guy.
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/0/08/Lostboys021908.jpg)
Not sure which is the real
Corey, maybe thats just the acting thing.
Anyway, Since it's taking me ages to type thsi, I have just read that he had some sort of flu & there might have been a problem with the medication he was given.
I never knew him.
24 in all likelihood.
I said Drive my Car when I meant Licence to Drive. I think the former is thename of the Beatles song played in the film.
One of the Coreys is dead? And nothing to do with whales? Wow, sci-fi lies to you doesn't it?
Regardless of how someone goes out, that was way too young. If he'd not been all fucked up on silly pills/powder/syringes maybe he'd have had a better career. He sure as shit would have had a better life. One of my best friends went as far down as it's possible to go with regard to drug-addiction, he came back. It's possible and there's nobody living I respect more than him.
Quote from: Mike Gloady on 12 March, 2010, 08:35:24 PM
One of the Coreys is dead? And nothing to do with whales? Wow, sci-fi lies to you doesn't it?
Regardless of how someone goes out, that was way too young. If he'd not been all fucked up on silly pills/powder/syringes maybe he'd have had a better career. He sure as shit would have had a better life. One of my best friends went as far down as it's possible to go with regard to drug-addiction, he came back. It's possible and there's nobody living I respect more than him.
I dont know a thing about this particular actor but i read about this kind of thing over and over again and i have seen the damage that various drug habits can inflict upon a person over the years and i have had friends or aquaintences die because of it so i am torn between having NO sympathy for them because they are degenerates but at the same time i DO have sympathy for them as they are victims because of personal issues or that they are predisposed to addiction.Lots of factors to take into consideration.
I am 50/50 each way really.
Me too.
Folks who come back have my respect as they've had to deal with (and continue to do so the rest of their lives) both the substance AND the reasons they got into it in the first place. Most folks DON'T get to come back from that sort of place - it either kills them, they'll kill themselves or, rarely, they'll live a long and unhappy life and die aged 106. In that sort of case, I try to keep as far away as possible. Selfish I know, but I'm just not able for folks like that, I've had a few nervous breakdowns of my own and can't cope with other people's shite on top of my own (close family/spouses excepted, obviously).
Whichever way you cut it, that was no kind of age to check out. Poor fucker.
Quote from: Mike Gloady on 12 March, 2010, 11:17:11 PM
Me too.
Folks who come back have my respect as they've had to deal with (and continue to do so the rest of their lives) both the substance AND the reasons they got into it in the first place. Most folks DON'T get to come back from that sort of place - it either kills them, they'll kill themselves or, rarely, they'll live a long and unhappy life and die aged 106. In that sort of case, I try to keep as far away as possible. Selfish I know, but I'm just not able for folks like that, I've had a few nervous breakdowns of my own and can't cope with other people's shite on top of my own (close family/spouses excepted, obviously).
Whichever way you cut it, that was no kind of age to check out. Poor fucker.
There used to be a friend of mine who was a very talented musician and artist and intelligent and funny guy who had sporadic spells of indulging in heroin.He would come off it and bounce back but sooner or later would lapse back into it again and one time i saw him in the street in the town centre and he was looking like a complete wreck in the advanced stages of a heavy heroin habit.we talked for a short while but a fter a few minutes i just walked away simply because it was too depressing seeing him like that and i couldnt handle it.
As i was walking away he said "Peter !! dont walk away from me !!" and other things that i forget.That was the last time i saw him alive and i heard about his death through the grapevine and those words and seeing him like that is permanently engrained in my mind and i will never forget it.
I know that must be awful. On the other hand, my close friend who we'll call Adam only managed to get the strength to kick HIS heroin habit after everyone in his life had walked away, parents included. Now there's NOBODY I know who's more giving and devoted as a friend and family member, because in a weird way those were the people who helped him out of it. It COULD have easily gone the other way though.......
a sad lament
to many of us have a friend from the past, whom left in this way.
the feeling of could i have done something differnt is heavy one,
truth be told,it is likley, no we could not have, but we do carry the burden.
seeing it here,is one more example of the true depth of this site,
2000ad finest collection of art and writing in the world,this site, a fine example of all that is good about the WWW.
The Philip K Dick Book A Scanner Darkly has a short list of all the drug addicts Philp used to know and their depressing endings. Several of them died but most were permanatly damaged by drug induced psychosis (including Phil you could argue.) The book also has one of the greatest lines ever written:
For a better day, later on, when people will understand.
It's one of the great, thorny debates, isn't it?
I've never understood how something so clearly ill perceived by society manages to attract people. It's a sad, sad business.
Possibly because, when they work, they are fantastic.
That's the thing nobody involved with the "war on drugs" ever wants to face up to. Folks do 'em because it makes them feel good.
My degeneracy only stretches to coffee, sugar, chocolate, alcohol and brief teenage canabis experimentation. Only the first three do ANYTHING for me. What stopped me trying anything more hardcore? Simple superiority complex. It's cheap and nasty, but fuck me it worked.
The best advicethat i can give on drug use that is based on personal experience of taking them and seeing others take them to varying degrees is Moderation.I have tried them all except Crack.The majority of them i only ever tried once or twice but Hallucinogens were fantastic but i very much doubt that i will ever take them again because its like been there - done that - no need to keep repeating it.
Thats the best thing to minimise the risks that are inherent with all of them.
A friend of my father has a son who at the time was about 18 who left home to go to university or college.The next thing i heard was this individual had to give up university as he had overindulged in various substances and was now having severe mental problems which are irreversible and he now lives at home and requires constant care.
I think Skunk was one of the substances involved but i dont know what the others were but thats another life totally ruined not to mention the effect on the rest of the family and it must be heartbreaking for them.I hate Skunk as its evil stuff.
I dont think anyone can honestly claim that long term drug use does anyone any good.
The only drugs I have injected are the ones most people have as a child and the ones that didn't get given to us when we were in the Gulf back in 1990 and we all imagined it. But that is another debate to be had.
Totally against all illegal drugs and would never partake in the use.
V
Peter Graves of Mission Impossible and the Airplane!
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1257995/Airplane-Mission-Impossible-actor-Peter-Graves-dies-aged-83.html (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1257995/Airplane-Mission-Impossible-actor-Peter-Graves-dies-aged-83.html)
He was good in Stalag 17.....
Peter Graves. :(
I'll be quoting "Ever seen a grown man naked?" with a hint of sadness in my voice for the next few days.
The Secretary has already disavowed all knowledge, I'm sure.
Captain Oveur springing into action (accompanied by the MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE theme) in the AIRPLANE! films is pretty much guaranteed to have me laughing like a loon. As a young teen, it was among a growing list of in-jokes (M:I repeats courtesy of DEF II) I understood without needing someone to explain it to me.
'This is a job for . . .'
Quote from: Goaty on 15 March, 2010, 09:07:14 AM
Peter Graves of Mission Impossible and the Airplane!
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1257995/Airplane-Mission-Impossible-actor-Peter-Graves-dies-aged-83.html (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1257995/Airplane-Mission-Impossible-actor-Peter-Graves-dies-aged-83.html)
He was good in Stalag 17.....
According to his agent, he died of a heart attack.
He was a fair old age, but upon hearing his name at the beginning of a news story I had a horrible sinking feeling and, within a few words, was proved right. First thing I thought of was coming to this thread to post "Do you like films about gladiators?"
Sad news about Peter Graves (confess I didn't know his name, though). Takes me back to the 1970s when I was rolling over the carpet forcing tears (with little success) having just seen the final episode of the 1960s Star Trek series. But the following week the slot was filled with Mission Impossible so all was well. What a nerd in the making I was.
Have you ever been in a Turkish prison?
You ever hang around a gymnasium?
Sad news, though. used to love mission Impossible when I was a nipper and the set ups where Jim Phelps would pick up his self destructing tapes was awesome (and in retrospect pretty cumbersome)!!
Quote from: vzzbux on 13 March, 2010, 09:48:06 PM
The only drugs I have injected are the ones most people have as a child and the ones that didn't get given to us when we were in the Gulf back in 1990 and we all imagined it. But that is another debate to be had.
Hang on, what???
The drugs most of us have as a child? I presume you mean vaccinations rather than ecstacy. Which was a great fifth birthday.
Quote from: uncle fester on 16 March, 2010, 11:52:32 PM
Quote from: vzzbux on 13 March, 2010, 09:48:06 PM
The only drugs I have injected are the ones most people have as a child and the ones that didn't get given to us when we were in the Gulf back in 1990 and we all imagined it. But that is another debate to be had.
Hang on, what???
While serving in the army we were given a series of injections ranging from plague to anthrax vaccinations, apparently. The sort that made your arm numb within minutes, then when this Gulf War syndrome came about the government denied all knowledge, wherein we imagined it all.
Quote from: Mike Gloady on 17 March, 2010, 01:32:36 PM
The drugs most of us have as a child? I presume you mean vaccinations rather than ecstacy. Which was a great fifth birthday.
Yes that is correct.
V
When I left the forces I stole my medical records so I have those injections written down in that book just in case, for future help if I need it!
We all know medical records can go missing, well mine won't :lol:
Well done CF. The whole gulf war syndrome thing is way too widespread and serious to be a figment of the collective imagination. I was trying to make a joke there and failed.
I actually had my first E on my EIGHTH birthday. MUCH more sensible.
Big Star singer and indie rock godfather Alex Chilton, dead yesterday at 59.
Thimerosal[a mercury derivative]is the ingredient in vaccines that caused Gulf War Syndrome.
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 18 March, 2010, 01:49:24 PM
Thimerosal[a mercury derivative]is the ingredient in vaccines that caused Gulf War Syndrome.
But they never happened.
V
Quote from: vzzbux on 18 March, 2010, 08:29:03 PM
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 18 March, 2010, 01:49:24 PM
Thimerosal[a mercury derivative]is the ingredient in vaccines that caused Gulf War Syndrome.
But they never happened.
V
If the UK/US Govt who never lie say it never happened then i believe them.
Quote
If the UK/US Govt who never lie say it never happened then i believe them.
If John Wagner didn't write it then it didn't happen.
Harry Carpenter has passed away.
Dorothy Bridges wife of the late Loyd Bridges has passed away.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0102059/news#ni0685589 (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0102059/news#ni0685589)
I knew her not.
Peter graves,
there is man whoms name will live on for along time, at least until our generation shuffle of this mortal coil,
the turkish prison line, is immortal!
mission impossible, a show which i always enjoyed. i am sure thats a shared thing in these parts,
US comics legend Dick Giordano, aged 77
What the Feck? It's been 3 days and no one mentions the death of ROBERT CULP...
(http://www.tvcrazy.net/tvclassics/wallpaper/oldshows/greatest-american/robert-culp.jpg)
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 27 March, 2010, 06:02:46 PM
US comics legend Dick Giordano, aged 77
About twenty years ago, I (rather optimistically) sent an entirely unsolicited story proposal to DC. They rejected it, but the rejection letter I received was from Dick Giordano. Although it was brief, it was nonetheless clearly
not a form letter and highlighted two or three key areas of weakness that had caused them to reject the story. In addition, its tone was more than positive enough to suggest that I should keep trying.
I thought that was quite something.
Cheers!
Jim
Quote from: Garageman on 27 March, 2010, 06:10:41 PM
What the Feck? It's been 3 days and no one mentions the death of ROBERT CULP...
Ah crap. I used to love "The Greatest American Hero". Cheers for flagging that up Garageman.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_ZUSQQdoS4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_ZUSQQdoS4)
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 27 March, 2010, 06:02:46 PM
US comics legend Dick Giordano, aged 77
He was indeed a legend. He drew a fantastic Jonah Hex issue (51) only a few months ago and his inking was incredible still.
Didn't know about Robert Culp. I only thought of him about three days ago while playing Half Life 2 as he provided voicework for it.
Good actor.
Not so much an R.I.P as a G.F.R (Good Fucking Riddance), Eugene Terreblanche was murdered yesterday.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2010/apr/04/eugene-terreblanche-south-african-white-supremacist (http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2010/apr/04/eugene-terreblanche-south-african-white-supremacist)
GFR could be a (very dark and not at all tasteful) companion to this thread.
ALthough there are very few who deserve that response. Kevin Costner, Sarah Jessica Parker and Danny Dyer aside, obviously.
If they go out tomorrow I'm going to put my evil powers to use fighting crime.
Gone to the Angels...
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/obituaries/culture-obituaries/theatre-obituaries/7553389/John-Forsythe.html (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/obituaries/culture-obituaries/theatre-obituaries/7553389/John-Forsythe.html)
Quote from: Orlok on 28 March, 2010, 08:14:02 PM
Didn't know about Robert Culp. I only thought of him about three days ago while playing Half Life 2 as he provided voicework for it.
Good actor.
I too have just been replaying the Half Life 2 games. There was a nice mention on Steam about his passing and his work on the Games. Shame. Dr Breen's speackes are really creepy/cool
(http://images3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20091026103546/half-life/en/images/c/cd/Second_Breencast_close.jpg)
Quote from: Mike Gloady on 04 April, 2010, 11:02:19 PM
GFR could be a (very dark and not at all tasteful) companion to this thread.
ALthough there are very few who deserve that response.
I think its a good idea.
I wouldnt have any problem at all adding plenty of names to that list either and they all deserve to be there.
RIP Sir Alec Bedser, cricket legend
(http://static.cricinfo.com/db/PICTURES/CMS/91600/91638.jpg)
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/obituaries/sport-obituaries/7554683/Sir-Alec-Bedser.html (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/obituaries/sport-obituaries/7554683/Sir-Alec-Bedser.html)
They're dropping thick and fast aren't they?
Corin Redgrave, aged 70 (The best King Lear I've seen on stage, better than McKellern)
Christopher Cazenove aged 66 after a battle with septicaemia
My home computer....
My brother tried to fix it but it sadly didn't happen...
a minutes silence....
Quote from: The monarch on 08 April, 2010, 02:29:09 PM
My home computer....
My brother tried to fix it but it sadly didn't happen...
a minutes silence....
Christ Monarch- the first words I focused on there were 'my brother'!
Don't do that to me...
Malcolm McLaren, according to the BBC http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8610423.stm
He might've been a bit of a twat, but he was involved with some great music (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMICD3aMZpw).
Quote from: The Cosh on 08 April, 2010, 07:48:34 PM
Malcolm McLaren, according to the BBC http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8610423.stm
He might've been a bit of a twat, but he was involved with some great music (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMICD3aMZpw).
Like him or don't, he's a genuine loss to music.
He'll be skipping the Double Dutch in the afterlife now!
I liked him and his music.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZ_Ep8i-Uh0
And Duck Rock is a fantastic album that i still listen to.
I don't think I was all that fussed for his music, to be honest. But he was an innovator, and his influence on pop culture is his legacy.
He was a very clever man.
V
I was sorry to hear John Hicklentons passed :(
A Munchkin.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8613996.stm
(McLaren): If Lydon can forgive him for the debacle of Great Rock & Roll Swindle that's good enough for me.
Supergrass.
Peter Steele (For real this time)
http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=138536
Not a huge Type O fan but "Bloody Kisses" was very good
Pete Steele - really? Now's probably NOT the time to remember an interview he gave in the mid-90s in which he revealed his method of doing the washing up, it involved his er 'personal' high pressure hose. Ick. Sad to hear though
Wow. Love Type O-Neg's early stuff.
V
Guy Kewney, something of a pioneer in IT journalism has sadly died.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guy_Kewney
Original Pretty Boy Floyd bassist Vinnie Chas.
Macolm McClaren.
What I know him for.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DeTR8n7eTU&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DeTR8n7eTU&feature=related)
Aw, shite. Was just wondering about Type O the other day.
Guru of Gangstarr.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eh16a7n_44&feature=player_embedded#!
Alan Sillitoe (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8642720.stm).
Carl Macek, recently, aged 58.
A real loss to fans of anime in the West. Carl was instrumental in popularising the form outside Japan, having a heavy involvement in the development of the Robotech animated TV series. He was also, I believe, quite involved with Streamline pictures, whose comparatively sophisticated and credible dubs graced many American releases of animated features from Japan, such as Akira and Fist of the North Star.
Carl Macek also wrote for Heavy Metal.
Quote from: The Cosh on 26 April, 2010, 12:08:57 AM
Alan Sillitoe (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8642720.stm).
Sorry to hear this.
Saturday Night and Sunday Morning and
Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner were favourites of mine when I was a young teenager. Came for the lurid taglines ('Youth out of control!' or somesuch) , stayed for the powerful soap opera.
Wont mean anything to many outside Ireland, DJ Gerry Ryan Died Today at 53. He was always loud, opinionated, and very entertaining. Radio over here will be a lesser place.
David
Yet another one of the Redgrave family - Lynn Redgrave has died. That's a family that is not having a good couple of years.
QuoteWont mean anything to many outside Ireland, DJ Gerry Ryan Died Today at 53. He was always loud, opinionated, and very entertaining. Radio over here will be a lesser place.
Yeah, it's hard to believe. He was a pompous bastard but hugely entertaining and now I realise I'll miss him. They'll never replace him
Ouch!
http://radiofail.wordpress.com/2010/05/02/colleague-situation-fail/#comments (http://radiofail.wordpress.com/2010/05/02/colleague-situation-fail/#comments)
Peter O'Donnell, Creator Of Modesty Blaise.
It was a wonderful strip, once illustrated by out own John Burns.
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/05/04/peter-o%E2%80%99donnell-creator-of-modesty-blaise-passes/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/05/04/peter-o%E2%80%99donnell-creator-of-modesty-blaise-passes/)
(http://www.bleedingcool.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/mb2.jpg)
RIP
Quote from: TordelBack on 26 April, 2010, 07:03:24 AM
Saturday Night and Sunday Morning and Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner were favourites of mine when I was a young teenager. Came for the lurid taglines ('Youth out of control!' or somesuch) , stayed for the powerful soap opera.
What was the one where they bung the stolen cash up a drainpipe and then it gets rained out during the night?
QuotePeter O'Donnell, Creator Of Modesty Blaise.
That explains why he wasn't writing the introductions on the latest collections.
Bugger.
I love this character, so sad to see him go, even after a good innings
RIP Peter O'Donnell. :(
I always remember being shocked when I first read Modesty Blaise in the Evening Standard [now Pravda Standard] as a young nipper. 'She's kicking people's heads in and she's a girl!' I shouted angrily since mysogeny was a word I had yet to encounter.
All these years later I appreciate the great writing and Artists particularly Jim Holdaway who contributed to Peter O'Donnell's superspy. A newspaper comic strip classic.
QuoteRIP Peter O'Donnell.
Arses, Modesty Blaise is a personal favourite of mine, RIP Sir X
Lena Horne - http://www.imdb.com/news/ni2385631/
Frank Frazetta. :(
Frazetta gone!
Gutted.
One of my heroes, even through my "arty" Uni days.
Nooo! :(
I used to stand looking at the Frank Frazetta covers to Conan books for ages in WHSmith as a kid, to the point that staff would have to ask me to leave.
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_pixkD-1ean8/S-hJjKiqCfI/AAAAAAAAAkM/4DhYYpITITQ/s1600/frazetta_deadelvi_buddy2.jpg)
Quote from: johnnystress on 10 May, 2010, 07:01:30 PM
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_pixkD-1ean8/S-hJjKiqCfI/AAAAAAAAAkM/4DhYYpITITQ/s1600/frazetta_deadelvi_buddy2.jpg)
Beautiful tribute there johnnystress. It seems alas the rumours are true.
http://www.comicsbeat.com/2010/05/10/frank-frazetta-rip/
He's gone.
:o :'(
Another piece of confirmation here:
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/05/10/frank-frazetta-passes/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/05/10/frank-frazetta-passes/)
Frank Frazetta was one of the masters of illustration whose painting style was so powerful his very surname became synonomous with Fantasy art.
He also illustrated comic strips even posing for one of Al Williamson's ink renderings.
A titan of the genre is gone folks and it is unlikely we will see so influential a figure again. Simply look upon his works and marvel at the boundless talent of a true legend.
RIP Frank Frazetta. :(
Best tribute from ThinkGeek: "Always a shame when there's a little less awesome walking around."
Quote from: Zarjazzer on 10 May, 2010, 07:37:32 PM
Beautiful tribute there johnnystress.
One of Frazettas own drawings, strangely enough
from http://dj-spyder.blogspot.com/2008/11/frank-frazetta-album-art.html
Quote from: SuperSurfer on 10 May, 2010, 06:36:13 PM
I used to stand looking at the Frank Frazetta covers to Conan books for ages in WHSmith as a kid, to the point that staff would have to ask me to leave.
I feel like I've lost a friend...ages ago, I picked a book called "Conan the Usurper" off the library shelf and was awestruck by the cover. That started my lifelong fascination with Conan, REH and Frazetta. What sad news to end the day... :'(.
Wow that's a shame, such a talented artist.
V
--Deleted--
I'm an idiot. Take no notice.
Cheers
Jim
Eighty two - but yes, good innings indeed. He was lucky to live to see his influence. Brilliant brilliant AMAZING Frazetta.
Quote from: johnnystress on 10 May, 2010, 10:14:15 PM
Quote from: Zarjazzer on 10 May, 2010, 07:37:32 PM
Beautiful tribute there johnnystress.
One of Frazettas own drawings, strangely enough
from http://dj-spyder.blogspot.com/2008/11/frank-frazetta-album-art.html
Thanks for posting that link.
I didnt have a clue who Frank Frazetta was which is obviously ignorance on my part but as with all very famous and influential artists you immediately recognise their work the second you see it.I recall stopping in a music shop and looking at the Wolfmother sleeve art and liking it without checking the credits to see who the artist was.
Quoteages ago, I picked a book called "Conan the Usurper" off the library shelf and was awestruck by the cover. That started my lifelong fascination with Conan, REH and Frazetta. What sad news to end the day... .
Spookily, that was the same one I started on too!
Ooh weird! It's been so long since I've read a Conan pastiche, I wonder if that one would have the same effect on me now. The cover did its job at the time, though!
Gordon Brown's Prime Ministership (unelected)
Sad to hear the news about Mr Franzetta.
I remember having 'The Bounty Hunter' as a poster on my bedroom wall and revelling in the Conan paperback covers.
A true legend.
Our Cat Titchy.
We got her from a rescue centre 14 years ago and she has been the sweetest loveliest cat I have ever known.
Sadly she had become too ill and was suffering, blind and miserable.
We had to do the right thing for her :-(
I'm sorry your cat has died.
Quote from: Something Fishy on 12 May, 2010, 07:34:30 PM
We had to do the right thing for her :-(
Bawled like a small child when we lost one of ours ... it's horrible, and the worse, I think, for being unexpected and because you feel, well, kind of silly because it's "only" an animal. It's quite horrible.
Cheers
Jim
Thanks guys.
It's tough as you say. You know it's not a person (and it's certainly not comparable to losing Dad last year) but it's still upsetting and feels like a part ofour family has left us today.
The little dear has come in to lie between us and cudde up on a Saturday and Sunfay morning for three years longer than our Son has been alive. It'll be strange without her.
I grew up in a house of cats, BILLIONS of them. I'm not the kind of person that unnecessarily personifies animals but cats have a special kind of human expression in their faces that I love.
I lost a cat as well recently - I'm sorry for your own mogloss.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 12 May, 2010, 09:16:39 PM
- I'm sorry for your own mogloss.
Mogloss-a truly noble word. :(
Simon Fraser's tribute to the late great Frank Frazetta over on the Scotch Corner Blogspot.
http://scotchcorner.blogspot.com/2010/05/farewell-frank.html (http://scotchcorner.blogspot.com/2010/05/farewell-frank.html)
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 12 May, 2010, 09:16:39 PM
I grew up in a house of cats, BILLIONS of them. I'm not the kind of person that unnecessarily personifies animals but cats have a special kind of human expression in their faces that I love.
I lost a cat as well recently - I'm sorry for your own mogloss.
Thank you. And I yours mate.
Nice phrase "Mogloss".
Law and Order.
Ronnie James Dio \m/
http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=140129
Dio has rocked, for a long, long time, now it's time for him to pass the torch... :(
It's a hoax.
THA WORLDO!
No that was earlier in the weekend (http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=140115)
It's for definite now.
Dio is dead - long live Dio (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmSt1oEIshE)
Dio? Noooooooooooo.
Didn't even know he was ill.
Another Rock Giant passes into the dust.
V
Sad to see Dio go. I saw him live a few times, he was an incredible singer. I had hoped to see him again this year but sadly that is not to be.
A true rock legend. :-(
\m/
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 16 May, 2010, 12:15:14 AM
Law and Order.
Sigh!!! Just when S. Epatha Merkerson (Lt Van Buren) announced she's leaving the show.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 16 May, 2010, 08:42:08 PM
Ronnie James Dio \m/
http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=140129
I was about to post that. Damn the "routine maintenance"!!!
Ah, Ronnie James Dio - wish I'd got to see him last year - gig was cancelled when he learned he was ill.
along with 2000AD, one of the few things that got me through the 80s alive if not in one piece!
Long Live Rock and Roll - Long Live Dio!
Sad about Dio- seemed like a nice guy
Saw this impressive tribute to Frazetta on Deviant Art
http://fc07.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2010/133/c/0/Frank_Frazetta_Tribute_by_el_grimlock.jpg
Such a shame, not that I knew most of his music, but I knew this one very well.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bv8F8reGa80 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bv8F8reGa80)
Was it true he was the orignator of the two finger salute. THe devils sign?
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/magazine/8687002.stm there's a kind of involved article about it here - \m/
This is what Ronnie had to say on that subject:
"The sign was protection against the evil eye. My grandmother used to do it. I can also give evil with it, the sign of the devil. The horns. People say 'So you invented that?' It was probably some guy 50,000 years ago called Og. It was a superstitious sign to ward of evil and give evil back. Because I used it so much it became synonymous with it. A symbol that has become so prevalent."
So no, not really, but he did popularise it in rock/metal circles.
The BBC article fails to mention the Satanic aspect.It features GWBush but loads of other US politicians do the same thing and they are not all fans of the Texas Longhorns.
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 18 May, 2010, 05:13:54 PM
The BBC article fails to mention the Satanic aspect.It features GWBush but loads of other US politicians do the same thing and they are not all fans of the Texas Longhorns.
No it doesn't
Quote from: BBC
It has been misinterpreted as a sign of allegiance to the devil, because the shape of the fingers have been associated with 666, the number of the beast, says Young.
Quote from: James S on 18 May, 2010, 05:16:23 PM
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 18 May, 2010, 05:13:54 PM
The BBC article fails to mention the Satanic aspect.It features GWBush but loads of other US politicians do the same thing and they are not all fans of the Texas Longhorns.
No it doesn't
Quote from: BBC
It has been misinterpreted as a sign of allegiance to the devil, because the shape of the fingers have been associated with 666, the number of the beast, says Young.
Thats what happens when i speed-read.I read it so fast i didnt actually read it :lol:
However i disagree that it has been misrepresented.
Roger "Dark Lord" Whittaker
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v79/johnnystress/roger-hail_satan.jpg)
Roger Whittaker's dead...?!?
M@
no! just responding to the devil horns stuff
I hope he has a good few years left in him
to clarify
ROGER WHITTAKER LIVES
unless he's died in the time it took me to type that
Phew(!) I can rest easy now ;-)
M@
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 18 May, 2010, 03:32:47 PM
Such a shame, not that I knew most of his music, but I knew this one very well.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bv8F8reGa80 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bv8F8reGa80)
And that is why you are Mayor!
Havent seen this since I was tiny - never even knew that was RJD. Cheers Thryllseeker!
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 18 May, 2010, 05:28:45 PM
However i disagree that it has been misrepresented.
Then you are wrong.
It
was adopted by Anton LaVey, founder of the Church of Satan, in the late 1960s but that's as far as the association goes back. It was always used as protection against the evil eye or a means of reflecting evil back towards someone prior to then, although it was also used in routines by some stage conjurors in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
That linked-to article mentions the sign being referred to in Dracula, but there's also a reference to it being used to ward off the evil eye near the start of The Phantom of The Opera. I remember reading it years ago and didn't get much further than that bit before realising that it wasn't so much a horror story as a rather boring gothic romance novel.
Quote from: M.I.K. on 18 May, 2010, 08:25:08 PM
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 18 May, 2010, 05:28:45 PM
However i disagree that it has been misrepresented.
Then you are wrong.
It was adopted by Anton LaVey, founder of the Church of Satan, in the late 1960s but that's as far as the association goes back. It was always used as protection against the evil eye or a means of reflecting evil back towards someone prior to then, although it was also used in routines by some stage conjurors in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
That linked-to article mentions the sign being referred to in Dracula, but there's also a reference to it being used to ward off the evil eye near the start of The Phantom of The Opera. I remember reading it years ago and didn't get much further than that bit before realising that it wasn't so much a horror story as a rather boring gothic romance novel.
How can i be wrong when you are confirming what i was saying that it is also Satanic ?
There are two variants of it within the context of Satanism :
1: The Horned God [Baphomet] - Thumb under the two fingers and the right hand is used
2: The Horned Hand : Thumb over the fingers and the left hand is used.Used for recognition of occult membership and it is meant to place a curse if pointed at someone.That doesnt mean that a curse is placed on someone if it is used.
So therefore the writer of that article was wrong to claim it has been misrepresented and not myself.It could be misread but not misrepresented.
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 18 May, 2010, 08:57:31 PM
How can i be wrong when you are confirming what i was saying that it is also Satanic ?
It's only considered Satanic because some theatrical prat in the 1960s nicked it and used it a few times after founding a previously non-existent 'church'. It had no links to the actual worship of The Devil or Satan previous to that and therefore has most definitely been misrepresented, not least by the aforementioned Anton LaVey himself.
The original meaning behind it has been twisted into something else and if that's not misrepresenting something, I don't know what is.
Quoteit wasn't so much a horror story as a rather boring gothic romance novel.
Your mom was a rather boring gothic romance.
That actually doesn't even remotely surprise me.
Quote from: M.I.K. on 18 May, 2010, 09:49:14 PM
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 18 May, 2010, 08:57:31 PM
How can i be wrong when you are confirming what i was saying that it is also Satanic ?
It's only considered Satanic because some theatrical prat in the 1960s nicked it and used it a few times after founding a previously non-existent 'church'. It had no links to the actual worship of The Devil or Satan previous to that and therefore has most definitely been misrepresented, not least by the aforementioned Anton LaVey himself.
The original meaning behind it has been twisted into something else and if that's not misrepresenting something, I don't know what is.
Ok then there is some debate going on as to wether Anton Levay was actually a Satanist or not due to his own definition of what Satan actually is but Anton Levay was a practicising Satanist so therefore it is linked to Satanism.The Church Of Satan was not a church in the sense that they had fixed/designated places of worship but as an organisation it did have followers and a membership so that hardly makes it non-existent.You could also try and argue that it was a Cult apart from the fact Anton Levay was an advocate of freethinking and freewill as to how you should worship Satan.He also didnt advocate blind worship.
"I am in league with the Devil as much as any mortal can possibly be" - Anton Levay.
Further to that as my point just wasnt about where the sign originated and Anton Levay etc it is now universally recognised as a representation of Baphomet and is an occult sign so it has taken on another meaning as i mentioned previously.It has been absorbed/assimilated into popular culture and with Satanists themselves who use it frequently.
Isnt this how most things have meanings ?
So it hasnt been twisted and misrepresnted as a word or sign can have multiple meanings.
NO twisting or misrepresnting is involved in this case.Twisting or misrepresenting implies deceit yet no deceit was involved here.You say "the meaning" as in the singular rather than the plural "the meanings" as the article lists 5 seperate meanings/interpretations so i am adding a 6th meaning to the list and its no less valid than any of the others.
I wont back down on this.
I never meat that it was directly connected to deivl worship, even if that happens alot in the heavy metal genre. I just call it that because I never knew better.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 19 May, 2010, 12:22:05 AM
I never meat that it was directly connected to deivl worship, even if that happens alot in the heavy metal genre. I just call it that because I never knew better.
Don't worry about it, you have to call it
something.
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 18 May, 2010, 10:49:57 PM
Ok then there is some debate going on as to wether Anton Levay was actually a Satanist or not due to his own definition of what Satan actually is
Yeah, that's another thing...
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 18 May, 2010, 10:49:57 PM
The Church Of Satan was not a church in the sense that they had fixed/designated places of worship but as an organisation it did have followers and a membership so that hardly makes it non-existent.
I said "
previously non-existent"
Yes, words and symbols can have many different meanings, but they usually arise independantly of one another. In this case it seems obvious that Mr. LaVey adopted the symbol after studying the occult in general, (not synonymous with Satanism, incidentally), but when a protection against evil comes to be seen as promoting evil, that's too much of a shift in definition for me and I would call that misrepresentation, (a word which doesn't necessarily imply deceit, merely an incorrect representation).
I could go on about how Baphomet is a corruption of "Mohammed" and the goat-like representation of him/it is a 19th century invention of Eliphas Levi or how Satan and The Devil aren't technically the same thing as each other and even if they were there's nothing to suggest either of them resemble goats either, but I'd be here all night, my computer already crashed once when I had almost done typing all this guff out the first time, and this is supposed to be an RIP thread, so I won't.
Of course this is all besides the point, 'cos the bloke in the article didn't say "misrepresented" anyway. He said "misinterpreted".
I have read up on all this stuff myself and i apologise if this is an RIP thread but i am not going to say nothing in return to someone who says "Then you are wrong" and then tells me how to suck eggs.
Anyway the assertion by the Kerrang editor saying it is "misinterpreted" is highly questionable in itself plus his BS explanation.You would think an editor of Kerrang would have an indepth knowledge of Rock/Metal culture but it seems not.
"Previously non-existent"
Thats totally irrelevent anyway.All religions or beliefs were previously non-existent.The only difference being timescales etc.
Quote from: M.I.K. on 19 May, 2010, 01:53:23 AM
Of course this is all besides the point, 'cos the bloke in the article didn't say "misrepresented" anyway. He said "misinterpreted".
You could have pointed that mistake i made right after i said it rather than now but you didnt notice it either until now it seems but it hardly matters as both words share a similar meaning [amongst others] and it certainly hasnt been used out of context.
Nope, I didn't notice and didn't mean to imply that I had. Sorry if I gave that impression.
Can't say I agree with some of your other points but I doubt we'll ever see eye to eye on those, so let's just leave it at that, because I didn't mean to start an argument and this probably isn't the place for one.
I will say I can't see anything wrong with any of what the editor said, or what suggests to you that he doesn't know his rock/metal culture. I certainly do and all his comments seemed pretty straightforward and true enough to me.
Quote from: M.I.K. on 19 May, 2010, 04:51:30 AM
Nope, I didn't notice and didn't mean to imply that I had. Sorry if I gave that impression.
Can't say I agree with some of your other points but I doubt we'll ever see eye to eye on those, so let's just leave it at that, because I didn't mean to start an argument and this probably isn't the place for one.
I will say I can't see anything wrong with any of what the editor said, or what suggests to you that he doesn't know his rock/metal culture. I certainly do and all his comments seemed pretty straightforward and true enough to me.
I didnt even notice i typed and/or misread the comment as "Misrepresented" instead of "misinterpreted" until you pointed it out.
::)
Never mind though as it was interesting anyway and as long as there is no animosity then thats all alright.
John Shepherd-Barron, the inventor of the hole-in-the-wall cash machine.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/highlands_and_islands/8691747.stm
My sister-in-law. Been fight it for a year.
Crumbs Goaty, I hope you and your family get through this.
Lord Charles .
Ooh , and Ray Alan...
Sorry to hear, Goaty. Thoughts are with you and yours.
I'm sorry to hear that Goaty, my condolences to you and the family.
Sorry to hear, Goaty.
Thoughts are with you and your family Goaty.
filip
These times are always the worst Goaty, my sympathies.
Terribly sorry for your loss, Goaty.
The bassist from Slipknot.
Thank you, it was shock as she was on path to recovered, but she does got good life, her lovely little 4 years old daugther.
Sorry to hear about you're lose. Condolences to you and your family Goaty.
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 19 May, 2010, 03:41:52 AM
All religions or beliefs were previously non-existent.The only difference being timescales etc.
True enough. And the only folks who get called charlatans are the ones who were alive in recent memory. It's all a
bit crackers, isn't it?
Having agreed with that, I do tend to put the newish religions on a different plane than the established old ones, while knowing it's a double standard.
I've always found the metal/Satan cross-over to be a bit laughable really, but totally harmless. Except, I should say, for those Black Metal Scandinavians who burn churches and kill each other obviously. However, that's mental illness and if there hadn't been a musical/religious "reason" for it, they'd no doubt have done something ELSE stupid and horrible and pathetic based on a book, tv show, dream or badger unexpectedly appearing at the bottom of their garden.
The dude is dead, he didn't have any impact on my life, but it's sad. Move on I say.
Besides, celebrities are one thing, but someone belonging to you is quite another. Sorry for your loss Goaty. Take care of that little girl.
Quote from: Mike Gloady on 25 May, 2010, 12:02:37 PM
I've always found the metal/Satan cross-over to be a bit laughable really
I've long maintained that the devil's greatest trick wasn't convincing the world he doesn't exist, but that
he created rock - the only rock I genuinely believe him to be responsible for is Christian rock.
Amen brudda.
Sorry to hear about your loss, Goaty. Hope your family is coping
Sorry for your loss Goaty, my best wishes to you and your family.
Sad news Goaty. Best wishes to your family.
Condolences, to you and family, Goaty.
Thanks
Gary Coleman from TV's "Diff'rent Strokes".
He made a lot of money that got stolen by his folks (Avenue Q).
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a222443/gary-coleman-dies-aged-42.html (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a222443/gary-coleman-dies-aged-42.html)
Quote from: worldshown on 28 May, 2010, 08:16:16 PM
Gary Coleman from TV's "Diff'rent Strokes".
Oh man, that's sad. I watched those programmes as an adult and I still enjoyed them.
sad news- he was a lot younger than I thought
Sad news. RIP.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqeC_1SWGi8
as the majority of us here, reach our middle age. i would imagine we will notice many icons and heros, celebs and know faces of our youth appearing upon this thread.
thats an odd thought. differnt strokes, funny in its time and ahead of it i would say also, still able to raise a smile today. may he rest well.
thats shit news goaty more terrible when theres such a small child left behind know you'll look out for her. :(
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWqMvZ0lJU4&playnext_from=TL&videos=D_XC_ij1tm4&feature=recentf
Dennis Hopper. RIP.
I watched the second season of Crash a while back and one thing that stuck with me amongst the usual grim snapshots of stories coming to an end was the oddly poignant final shot of Hopper's character.
Sad news to hear he's gone.
Sad news about Dennis Hopper, great actor.
It just feels so sudden when it happens.
Sad news from these last three pages.
Dennis Hopper...he'll be missed. A true original.
Just heard the news myself, concerning Dennis Hopper and Gary Coleman.
Sad news, and from what I heard a horrible way to go:(
Another great actor is gone. Sad news.
Terrible news, such a fine actor and someone who has always stuck me as a really good guy too. He'll be missed.
Stuart Cable
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/wales/10253098.stm
Bloody hell - that is a shock!
Very sad. Used to think he and Tom Baker were the same when I was like...ten. Used to sit glued to Top of the Pops to watch him freaking out at the drum kit.
I experienced the kind of devastation little girls did at Take That breaking up when he was fired and I vowed never to watch Stereophonics again.
Thirteen years later I have still rigidly adhered to this vow.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 07 June, 2010, 10:13:42 AM
Stuart Cable
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/wales/10253098.stm
Quite a shock!
He had the right idea leaving The Stereochronics though.
I saw them many years back and they were the dullest band I've probably ever seen and God that Kelly Jones is a class A twonk.
That is a shocker. From my back garden I could hear the Stereophonics playing at the Cardiff City football ground on Saturday night. There'll be a lot of fans upset by this coming so close on the back of that gig. Poor Stuart Cable. It's just wrong.
I felt the same way... I liked the first two Stereophonics albums, but Cable's sacking was low. I saw them open for Bowie in 2004, and that was that. Cable was a great, great drummer.
Lead story on Wales Today right now.
RIP W. R. Logan, gone to the big slush pile in the sky 8-?
Quote from: Stewart Perkins on 07 June, 2010, 06:34:33 PM
RIP W. R. Logan, gone to the big slush pile in the sky
At last, that bloke was a right old miserable git ;)
Rumour is that Stuart Cable choked on his own vomit after going out on a bender.
It's a damn shame. I agree with Grant that his sacking was a low deal. For misbehavior? It's rock and roll FFS!
I'm glad to see the Classic Rock website has changed their article on Stuart Cable. They put his name as Vince Cable this morning.
You'd think a website for a rock magazine would get it right wouldn't you? ::)
Quote from: House of Usher on 07 June, 2010, 06:31:57 PM
Lead story on Wales Today right now.
Ah, good old Wales Today. "And now the 6 o'clock news all over again, but this time from a Welsh perspective."
Happy days in Bangor... I remember with fondness the night the lead story was a feud between two cliques in a badger-watching club.
Regards
Robin
I wasnt very impressed with the circumstances of the sacking of Stuart Cable either and i thought that Kelley Jones came across as a Twat because of it.
Stuart Cable just came across a Buffoon but a good one so i dont mean that in a negative way.He was a bit like Keith Moon is what i mean.
As for their music i never liked any of it.
A bit like Keith Moon?
Nah sorry Keith is in a league of his own and I doubt anyone will ever come near him. He was off his fucking trolly.
Being mad comes with the job descripion of being a drummer.
V
Quote from: albion83uk on 07 June, 2010, 08:38:21 PM
I'm glad to see the Classic Rock website has changed their article on Stuart Cable. They put his name as Vince Cable this morning.
You'd think a website for a rock magazine would get it right wouldn't you? ::)
Is this a reflection of the age of Classic Rock's editorial contributors? ::)
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 07 June, 2010, 09:36:41 PM
I wasnt very impressed with the circumstances of the sacking of Stuart Cable either and i thought that Kelley Jones came across as a Twat because of it.
Put more eloquently than I ever could.
Stuart Cable was a genuinely likeable kinda guy. Kelly Jones... never has been, never will be.
His mother is called Mabel.
DC Thomson's printing plant in Dundee with a loss of 350 jobs.
nasty
It is, the apocalypse.
Egon Ronay aged 94
the baby blue tit that i rescued yesterday it had tried to fly then got stuck and fellin some water i fished it out and eventually coaxed it back in the bird box evevn though it was happy to sit on myfinger but it was out again this morning at the other end of the garden and a bit dead :( at leastnext doors cat didnt get it (the git killed a nest of blackbirds a few years ago- i hate cats)
This makes me more sad than hearing about people dying who , it must be said , I don't really care about. RIP little blue tit :(
Yeah - when those little critters go, it breaks your heart.
Yeah, fucking humans. They suck.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 13 June, 2010, 09:04:33 PM
Yeah, fucking humans. They suck.
...must resist...obvious... post....roger's...mu.......... :-X
Comics legend Al Williamson RIP
Al Williamson was an absolute legend. The man leaves a body of work behind that few can match. Both as a pencil but for particularly as one of the best ever inkers he is one of the true greats.
I know im way behind on this but ......Darren Mcgavin ( Raw Deal ) is Dead !!! Nooo
He's also good in the movie "Dead Heat" anyone seen that 80's flick ?
Quote from: HdE on 13 June, 2010, 06:59:31 PM
Yeah - when those little critters go, it breaks your heart.
Exactly.
I was just watching a video of young dying oiled birds in the Gulf Of Mexico.
I saw that. Poor little things.
The park I walk past on the way to town has played host to a magpie for the last few months. He's been quite a character - keeps trottign along the flower bed and examining you as you pass where he roosts. I was pretty taken by that - unusual behaviour for one of those critters.
But no more. Because yesterday, I was on my way back from town and found him dead at the foot of the tree he was (I presume) roosting in.
It made me think how so many of the creatures we share our planet with are fascinating and amusing - but lead such short lives. Sad.
Quote from: Gav the Mighty on 14 June, 2010, 05:32:05 PM
I know im way behind on this but ......Darren Mcgavin ( Raw Deal ) is Dead !!! Nooo
He's also good in the movie "Dead Heat" anyone seen that 80's flick ?
You actually associate Darren McGavin with Raw Deal, Dead Heat?
He will always be
KOLCHAK(http://brainwagon.org/images/kolchak.jpg)
Decent English football..
QuoteDecent English football..
Oh that's been dead for years!
Back on track with the death of director Ronald Neame, the man behind the lens on The Pride of Miss Jean Brodie, and more importantly, The Poseidon Adventure.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment_and_arts/10352990.stm
http://menmedia.co.uk/manchestereveningnews/news/s/1257872_frank_sidebottom_dies_after_collapsing_at_home
Frank Sidebottom RIP
Gone to the big Timperley in the sky
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/manchester/10370480.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/manchester/10370480.stm)
Quote from: LARF on 21 June, 2010, 06:55:51 PM
Gone to the big Timperley in the sky
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/manchester/10370480.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/manchester/10370480.stm)
Oh that is sad.
I'm having a brew in my Timperley Bigshorts F.C. mug in his memory. Who's going to look after Little Frank?
(http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd359/anaconda888/001.jpg)
Frank's World (http://www.franksworld.co.uk/index.htm)
Oh no. Sad. I wasn't well acquainted with Frank Sidebottom's ouevre, but I do have a soft spot for his indie medley of How I Wrote Elastic Man, Take the Skinheads Bowling, Bigmouth Strikes Again and Love Will Tear us Apart.
:(
Wish I could say I ever got to see him perform, but I didn't.
sad day for little frank remember frank well whilst having me tea in the day though i always thought it was granada's paul crone under the hood.
Quote from: House of Usher on 21 June, 2010, 07:12:45 PM
Wish I could say I ever got to see him perform, but I didn't.
Live in Manchester long enough and it was impossible not to! His last appearance apparently was just round the corner at my old local, where he premièred his world cup song "Three shirts on my line"
That's very sad news. I think I was first introduced to the genius of Frank Sidebottom through his comic strip in OINK!
I'll never forget his rendition of Bohemian Rhapsody.
Lew Stringer's posted some of Frank's Oink! stuff here...
http://lewstringer.blogspot.com/2010/06/frank-sidebottom-creator-chris-sievey.html (http://lewstringer.blogspot.com/2010/06/frank-sidebottom-creator-chris-sievey.html)
Was lucky enough to see Frank a couple of times and bumped into him now and the n on circuit in Manchester. and we played against Timperley Big Shortts a lot in our Sunday league (no, he didn't wear the head while playing).
I got Vic Galloway to play Love will tear us apart as the last song on his BBC Radio Scotland show tonight in tribute. If you've never heard it, do yourself a favour and use their "listen again" feature.
Very sad news.
Original Kinks bassist Pete Quaife
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment_and_arts/10415297.stm
Jonathan Smith, programmer of zx spectrum games such as Batman the Caped Crusader, Hysteria and Cobra.
http://www.worldofspectrum.org/infoseekpub.cgi?regexp=^Jonathan+Smith+%5b1%5d$ (http://www.worldofspectrum.org/infoseekpub.cgi?regexp=%5EJonathan+Smith+%5b1%5d$)
English Football
Fabios career as England manager.
Hahahaaha.
Quote from: M.I.K. on 27 June, 2010, 05:17:29 PM
Jonathan Smith, programmer of zx spectrum games such as Batman the Caped Crusader, Hysteria and Cobra.
http://www.worldofspectrum.org/infoseekpub.cgi?regexp=^Jonathan+Smith+%5b1%5d$ (http://www.worldofspectrum.org/infoseekpub.cgi?regexp=%5EJonathan+Smith+%5b1%5d$)
He was only 43, apparently died after a short illness - that's really sad.
Can people please stop posting in this thread "English Football" every time The England team loses a match or is knocked out of an international competition? Pretty please? Really, I am asking nicely.
OH MY FUCKING GOD IT HAPPENED TWICE WE ARE ALL DOOOOOMED.
RIP- posting "English Football" joke in this thread
South African football
French football
Greek football
Nigerian football
Slovenian football
Algerian football
Australian football
Serbian football
Danish football
Cameroonian football
Kiwi football
Italian football
Ivorian football
North Korean football (plus the actual footballers as well)
Swedish football
Honduran football
North American football
South Korean football
Mexican football
Just nipping it in the bud now so it stops being a problem later. Advice your mother should have followed Roger. :P
ye sir I'm sorry :-[
Slovakian football.
The founder of Swatch.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/10441563.stm
I had one of those in the late 80's, I got it on a flight to Vancouver.
Japanese football.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 28 June, 2010, 11:24:13 AM
North Korean football (plus the actual footballers as well)
Swedish football
Honduran football
North American football
South Korean football
Mexican football
Shouldn't that read USA Soccer not North American Football.
V
Portugese football
Brazilian football
Chilean football
Ghanian football
Scottish Tennis
Doesn't he represent BRITISH tennis?
Only when he's winning.
filip
Beryl Bainbridge (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/10489407.stm)
Uruguayan and Ghanaian football are both alive and well.
Getting back on topic
Dame Beryl Bainbridge dies at 75 (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/10489407.stm)
Stage and TV actor Geoffrey Hutchings dies aged 71 (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment_and_arts/10494592.stm)
Artist Arnold Friberg dies at 96 (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment_and_arts/10487228.stm)
Beryl Bainbridge... 'Young Adolf,' recommended reading for anyone who enjoyed Grant Morisson and Steve Yeowell's The New Adventures of Adolf Hitler. I liked her writing.
Argentinian football
Paraguayan football.
"Paul Glasswell" if he don't stop stealing my lines...
Uruguyian football.
German football.
Who didnt see that coming ?
How much longer does this dead horse have to be flogged for ?
I only wish it really was dead.
Aw but that would upset your Mum. Didn't mean to steal, just wanted to keep the momentum going.
Thats alright.I shouldnt have posted that comment but i havent been in the best of moods since late this afternoon [since someone annoyed me] and it was really just an excuse to snap at someone for no real reason.
This is why i stayed away from the Yapshop this evening.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 08 July, 2010, 12:55:00 AM
German football.
Ande with it my chances of winning £50 in the sweep.
Damn that octopus!
Well, hopefully you only lost a squid on the sweep.
What?
M.
Quote from: Mikey on 08 July, 2010, 10:37:23 AM
Well, hopefully you only lost a squid on the sweep.
What?
M.
You disgust me.
Mel Gibson's career.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 10 July, 2010, 01:01:46 AM
Mel Gibson's career.
We're doing awards 10 years later now?
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 10 July, 2010, 01:01:46 AM
Mel Gibson's career.
I beg to differ, the madder Mel gets the more successful his films ie The Passion of Jaysus and Apocalypto etc.
But they are hardly mass appeal.
Silence, you pig in heat.
The passion of Christ has grossed 370.6 million USD to date or thereabouts.
But the rosaries and disapproving tuts drown out the cash registers
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 10 July, 2010, 02:22:32 AM
Silence, you pig in heat.
Mel is coming to fuck you up. He's bringing some wood and nails.
hope he drives nails bettr than cars....
Zombie Uruguayan football.
Good Predator movies.
Yeah.
:(
I'm disgusted that you two would cheapen this serious thread with such frivolity.
Dutch football.
Well thank God that's over. And they were the two best teams in the world hmmm?
Well thats an end to the madness for another four years.....
If anyone wants to do this for the rugger next year then PM me with your bids.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 11 July, 2010, 09:50:08 PM
I'm disgusted that you two would cheapen this serious thread with such frivolity.
Words cannot express the feelings of grief that we fanboys feel sometimes. So I say it's valid. ;)
Oh, and... Ugandan pygmy tribe football.
Quote from: HdE on 12 July, 2010, 03:13:49 PM
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 11 July, 2010, 09:50:08 PM
I'm disgusted that you two would cheapen this serious thread with such frivolity.
Words cannot express the feelings of grief that we fanboys feel sometimes. So I say it's valid. ;)
Its certainly no less valid than multiple posts about football teams that no one gives a toss about being knocked out of the World Cup which were prompted by one individuals requests to not clog up this thread with comments from football fans about the death of their team when they were knocked out of the competition.
Dragging this back to normality...
American Splendor writer and artist, Harvey Pekar.
http://www.fox43.com/entertainment/wjw-news-harvey-pekar-dies,0,1594002.story (http://www.fox43.com/entertainment/wjw-news-harvey-pekar-dies,0,1594002.story)
Quote from: Wils on 12 July, 2010, 04:47:37 PM
Dragging this back to normality...
American Splendor writer and artist, Harvey Pekar.
http://www.fox43.com/entertainment/wjw-news-harvey-pekar-dies,0,1594002.story (http://www.fox43.com/entertainment/wjw-news-harvey-pekar-dies,0,1594002.story)
Ah, that's an awful shame. I've only read bits of the comics; I saw the film and thought he was a really nice chap
Sad to hear about Pekar. I almost feel like I knew the man personally. He produced an amazing and uniquely unsettling body of work that was by turns infuriating and illuminating - it was like looking right into someone's mind, or worse, your own.
Never thought of Harvey Pekar as a nice chap myself. More of a good guy. He made it to 70 then, which I'm glad to hear, because his comic books often made you worry about his health. The best thing about his comics is that they were genuine and about something real, however ordinary.
Quote from: Wils on 12 July, 2010, 04:47:37 PM
American Splendor writer and artist, Harvey Pekar.
No! :o
Damn - that's gonna be sad news for a lot of fans. Comics lost a major luminary there.
Slowly but surely America loses more of it's splendour.
Yeah. A deeply inspiring bloke Harvey Pekar.
Ah CRAP! American Splendour. I one I had not got round to but has been on the "Must Read" list I made when I was 15 or so. Comics in a truly pure form like Love & Rockets & Maus.
Hope Joyce and Danielle are okay. ::)
Star Tours. (In the US)
Casandra Rismiller, a friend of mine who co-starred in several of my short films, passed away last night. I got the stunning news this morning. She was a fun girl, a unique person and a very good actress. She was 27.
Here she is in action (the dark-haired girl: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuNxWgBjx8E.
Very sad news, LOD. Such a young age too.
sorry for your loss- that's very sad
Quote from: locustsofdeath! on 15 July, 2010, 12:08:20 PM
Casandra Rismiller, a friend of mine who co-starred in several of my short films, passed away last night. I got the stunning news this morning. She was a fun girl, a unique person and a very good actress. She was 27.
Here she is in action (the dark-haired girl: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuNxWgBjx8E.
That's shit news. RIP.
Quote from: locustsofdeath! on 15 July, 2010, 12:08:20 PM
Casandra Rismiller, a friend of mine who co-starred in several of my short films, passed away last night. I got the stunning news this morning. She was a fun girl, a unique person and a very good actress. She was 27.
Here she is in action (the dark-haired girl: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuNxWgBjx8E.
:(
Sorry to hear that Locusts, my condolences.
That really is terrible. Very sad.
Gosh, so young. Sorry to hear it.
That's terrible news. So very young :(
Yeah, it's weird. Last year this month one of my best friends was killed (he was a cop and pulled over the wrong guy), so I don't know...strange to think of people you have known for so long not being around anymore.
Very sad news Locust.
Hope her family are coping well!!! :(
So sorry to hear that Locust. I know exactly what you mean. I've had the experience of suddenly losing longtime friends unexpectedly. It's a bizarre, surreal and very disturbing experience.
Thoughts are with you and all concerned at this time.
Seperate post for this:
Peter Fernandez, the original voice of Speed Racer, has passed away at the age of 83 after a battle with lung cancer.
Sorry to hear that news Locusts. Bad times.
Sorry for your loss, thoughts are with you LOD.
filip
Belated commiserations, Matt.
Rest in peace the female motorcyclist who died in an accident 100yds in front of us this afternoon.
Her and the other rider were travelling way too fast and too close to other vehicles. Suddenly we saw a car get out of the way and one of the riders went up in the air. Her helmet came off and she was killed instantly.
The other rider was her partner and they were going to get married soon.
No one was quite sure what happened as it was so quick but other witnesses said the back of the bike appeared to go upwards and threw her off. My girlfriend went to help as I phoned 999. She saw the womans face as she lay there, a horrible to thing to see.
We both feel so sad after seeing this.
Please be careful and sensible out there whatever you drive or ride.
Thats interesting as i went for a run in a friuends car yesterday afternoon and he was talking about getting a motorbike as he is fed up with sitting in traffic and i was saying that i wouldnt bother because at some point you will be knocked off it and smashed or worse killed and that i didnt think it was worth the risk as its not a risk i am willing to take and then i read the above comment and it completely makes my point.
Its very sad but it could have been so easily avoided if they were riding safely and paying attention to what they were doing.
nasty thing to see albion hope it doesnt affect you both too badly, surprided more bikers are'nt killed though up in rivington pike near us we saw a gang of about six bikers doing at least 60 on windy country roads on the wrong side!
Albion, that's horrible, of course, for those involved, but also for you. Hang in there, mate.
Thanks folks. I'm fine, it just makes you feel very sad that someone died. I hope it doesn't effect my girlfriend any more as she saw the woman close up. She's tougher than me though so I'm sure she'll be fine.
No one quite saw why the bike threw her. It didn't hit a car but the two bikes were very close together so maybe they touched or it was a braking error. It may even have been a mechanical problem but they were definately riding too fast and not safely.
know you'll keep an eye on her ...it aint nice, few years ago a bloke dived off preston bus station and being of medical background went to help, too late of course but even though i've seen shit like that before still jumped out at me now and again.
That is very sad Albion, I'm sorry you guys had to see that.
It's not nice. Remember to talk to people if you guys can't get it out of your heads.
Another warning it's best not to go near bikes, and to be very careful if you do. I had a nasty scrape when I was a youngster, I survived it and have never gone back on once since.
My Mum - just shy of her 82nd birthday.
Mother to 13, Granny Flannel to 34 (possibly still counting) and Great Gran to a dozen ( definitely still counting - in fact the very last picture taken of her was with the newest addition).
Good God, Tips - so sorry to hear. I can't imagine how you must feel.
Seems like quite a few of us are having a tough time here lately.
Warm regards to all.
Haven't read this thread for a while.
Sorry to hear about your friend Locusts. 27 is no age.
My thoughts are with you Tips. After going through a similar experience earlier this year, I hope your family are with you for support.
Ah, Tips, that's a terrible shame. All the best.
(I don't read this thread much. Sorry, everyone.)
Ay! Sorry to hear about your loss Paul.
my condolences Tips
Very sorry to hear that Tips, and my sincere condolences. 34 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren! That's really something.
Sorry for your loss, Tips. My thoughts are with you - but it seems your mum lived a wonderful life and her memory lives on with that great big family! Take care.
Ah, sorry to hear that Tips, and hope you and yours are holding up okay.
SBT
Sorry to hear about your mum Tips.
Manly hugs Tips.
Sorry to hear about your lose Tiplodocus. I hope you and all your mums child, grand children and great grand children are ok.
Snooker player Alex "Hurricane" Higgins, aged 61.
Sorry to hear it Tips.
Very sorry to hear it, Tips. Hope you and yours are coping ok.
Shit news, Tips.
Our thoughts are with you.
Sorry to hear of your loss Tips.
All the best Tips, sorry for your loss.
Sad times indeed Tips, it's at times like these that your memories will help to ease the pain. My thoughts are with you.
Take care
Sorry to hear about your Mum, Tips thoughts are with you at this sad time.
filip
Alex Higgins
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/other_sports/snooker/8852020.stm
The Hurricane has blown out...
Sincere condolences, Tips.
Sorry about your mum, Paul.
Sorry for your loss Tips!
Bad news Tips. But what a legacy she has left.
V
Sorry to hear of your loss, Tips. Remember the good times.
Quote from: uncle fester on 25 July, 2010, 02:09:02 AM
Sorry to hear of your loss, Tips. Remember the good times.
Ditto.I cant think of what else to say but its what we all dread.
Sad news indeed Tips. Aye, you've only ever one mother - take care.
M.
crap news tips our thoughts too at mogzilla towers. :(
Tips, sorry to hear about your mum.
I lost my mum to emphysema 2 years ago and the only advice I can give you is that it does get easier over time and her absence won't mean you loving her any less.
Keep your chin up and as other have said, remember the good times and the legacy she leaves.
All the best, mate.
Thoughts are with you Tips. Sad news.
Maury Chaykin, tv's Nero Wolfe and many films from 1980s to now...
passed away yesterday aged 61
(http://www.nerowolfe.org/nwm/nwm_cast/image/MC.jpg)
Sincere condolences Tips.
(Sorry I'm a bit behind.)
Thanks for all the kind words - one good thing about having such a large family is there's always plenty of people around to share these times with. At the moment we have grandchildren and great grandchildren staying with us and a house full of under 6s running around is just the thing to remember her.
Had a mental week; as well as organising the funeral I've had to deal with phone breaking, electricity being cut off by neds setting light to the bridge down the hill, gas bolier stopping working, pc breaking, television signal disappearing (we feed the neighbours from our arial), two garden strimmers breaking and the washing machine conking out.
(It's really funny seeing all of your thoughtful messages with the bizarre names and avatars next to them).
Ach, Paul. Just seen this.
Really sorry for your loss my friend.
Dave
Quote from: Tiplodocus on 29 July, 2010, 11:29:43 PM
(It's really funny seeing all of your thoughtful messages with the bizarre names and avatars next to them).
Glad we were able to give you a chuckle in the middle of all your bad juju, Tips.
Mind you, I am kinda wondering how this situation was different to any other time... ;)
QuoteHad a mental week; as well as organising the funeral I've had to deal with phone breaking, electricity being cut off by neds setting light to the bridge down the hill, gas bolier stopping working, pc breaking, television signal disappearing (we feed the neighbours from our arial), two garden strimmers breaking and the washing machine conking out.
Apart from all that it was fine though, yeah?
NOOOOOOOOOO!
http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-467713?ref=feeds/latest (http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-467713?ref=feeds/latest)
Quote
(http://www.2000adonline.com/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=16271.0;attach=2189;image)
iReport —
Paris...Boulevard Richard Lenoir.
.....the bodies of TinTin and his dog Milou (Snowy), two of the most famous cartoon characters of the 20th century,were discovered early yesterday morning. From the looks of the crime scene and the bodies, the police are not ruling out foul play. There were no witnessses to the crime...no suspects, altho residents of the area claim to have seen a small band of savage- tribesmen on horseback in the area late the previous evening.
TinTin, a travelling reporter, was the son/creation of the Belgian cartoonist Georges Remi ("Hergé"1907-1983). First appearing in the journal Le Petit XXe, TinTin and his ever-present companion Milou, were the main characters in stories which sold more than 200 million copies and translated into 50 languages..
Police are investigating. Anyone with any leads please contact:
TinTin&Milou@help.fr
My marriage of 14 years
Another victim of Facebook
God bless the internet
Fuck. Don't know what to say to that. Condolences.
Quote from: Martin Jameson on 05 August, 2010, 11:54:46 PM
My marriage of 14 years
Another victim of Facebook
God bless the internet
(http://2000adonline.com/forum/avatars_static/avatar_14916.png)
The bullet hole in the badge is fitting.
Quote from: Martin Jameson on 05 August, 2010, 11:54:46 PM
My marriage of 14 years
Another victim of Facebook
God bless the internet
Sorry to hear that.
filip
shit
sorry to hear that
Jeez, buddy.
Very sorry to hear that. Hope the injuring parties get their appropriate reward.
they will, what goes around comes around..everyone i know/knew who was the cheater or was cheated on ,well, the offenders have never stayed together...give it time pal you'll meet someone worth your time.
That is horrible, and shit, and terrible, and you have my sincerest hopes that youre okay. Gah! Hang in there, sir!
SBT
As has already been said: what an absoloute shit of a thing to happen. Very brave of you to post it on the forum.
Hope all works out as amicably as can be expected under the circumstances.
Really sorry to hear that - I hope you can come through with some positives.
M.
Bollocks. Sorry to hear that, Martin.
Quote from: Martin Jameson on 05 August, 2010, 11:54:46 PM
My marriage of 14 years
Another victim of Facebook
God bless the internet
Speaking as someone who lost their marriage to Facebook earlier in the year, really, really sorry to hear that.
Bah, really sorry to hear that Martin. Gotta agree with what Mig said, idealised flirting on Facebook and real life are two very different things.
Chin up mate.
Bloody hell, Martin. Sorry to hear that, mate. I thought you'd gone quiet.
Proposition 8.
OWNED.
Now you can get that "ring" Roger.
I'm sorry for your news Martin.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 06 August, 2010, 10:28:07 PM
Proposition 8.
OWNED.
I hope you're happy. Now marriage will be destroyed
forever!
I think it's great that Prop 8 was over ruled. I'm all for equality. I'm dead set against all the hatred and bigotry displayed the people that applauded the proposition.
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v119/220/3/628552874/n628552874_122950_682.jpg)
Quote from: Martin Jameson on 05 August, 2010, 11:54:46 PM
My marriage of 14 years
Another victim of Facebook
God bless the internet
Martin - it happens to a lot of us, me included, three years on I'm re-married, really, really, ecstatically happy, new baby and four adopted kids, business is doing well and to top it all my wife bought me a Cliff Robinson Commission for my birthday... life DOES get better, you just need to go out there and find it. Enjoy the adventure :-)
Mike
Thanks for all your words. The fallout from all this is devastating the whole family. I'll be ok, hopefully my kids will too soon.
Thanks again guys.
Patricia Neal: http://www.guardian.co.uk/film/2010/aug/09/patricia-neal-dies-at-84
Zsa Zsa Gabor very soon.
cartoonist John Callahan (http://www.callahanonline.com/index.php). Quadriplegic since the age of 21 with a wonderfully sick and morbid sense of humour. Died of respiratory failure aged 59.
Sir Frank Kermode: http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2010/aug/18/frank-kermode-dies-aged-90
Oh. For a brief second I thought that read Floyd Kermode.
Bill Millin, the D-Day piper.
Crikey! magazine, which was devoted to UK comics of yesteryear
http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Flewstringer.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F08%2Fsad-news-chums-crikey-is-cancelled.html&h=1772e
It was a great read, I'm sad to see it go :'(
Re Crikey, it never recovered from the Borders collapse, did it? Even my local newsie, which had managed to get the issue that was sold through borders, completely failed to get me any more after that. A real shame.
SBT
Shame about Crikey - it was kinda like my Radio 6 - I didn't actually get it myself, but I was really glad it was out there.
Ted "Series of Tubes" Stevens
Satoshi Kon, anime industry figure responsible for the movies Perfect Blue, Millennium Actress, Tokyo Godfathers and paprika, and the TV show Paranoia Agent.
Pancreatic cancer. He was just 47.
Laurent Fignon (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/other_sports/cycling/8957337.stm), winner of the Tour de France in 1983 and 84 has died of cancer at the age of 50. I just read his autobiography last week (an infuriating, entertaining read) and I didn't even know he was ill.
Sad news. I was surprised to hear of his passing as well Cosh. 50 is far too young.
Mike Edwards the founding member of ELO killed in freak accident as giant runaway hay bale smashes into his van.
His music was very familar to me.
That freaked me a bit as i drove past some bails up there the other day and commented to my wife how high they were and i wouldn't fancy one of them falling on me.
Poor guy. RIP.
Fernando Fernández Sánchez, painter and comic artist.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2010/sep/09/fernando-fernandez-obituary (http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2010/sep/09/fernando-fernandez-obituary)
sad - he was an amazing artist
Kevin McCarthy: http://www.latimes.com/news/obituaries/la-me-kevin-mccarthy-20100913,0,7898882.story?track=rss
My one week holiday in Cornwall and my brother's single life as it was his wedding.
but at least my best man speech went brilliant well! hehe.
Kevin McCarthy star of Invasion of the Body Snatchers
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kevin_McCarthy_(actor)
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 13 September, 2010, 07:01:11 AM
Kevin McCarthy star of Invasion of the Body Snatchers
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kevin_McCarthy_(actor)
he was in loads of other stuff in the 70s..but I never knew his name. Sad to only now be putting a name to the face
Kevin McCarthy attained screen immortality in Invasion of the Body snatchers. His famous run onto the traffic packed highway shouting 'Your next!' is a sci fi and movie classic. Sorry to hear he's gone.
He actually replayed the famous scene in the re-make with Donald Sutherland. :(
Leonard Skinner, the teacher who inspired the band name Lynyrd Skynyrd.
http://www.classicrockmagazine.com/news/man-who-inspired-the-name-lynyrd-skynyrd-dies/#more-37673
Eddie Fisher aged 82 - Father of Princess Leia
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 24 September, 2010, 07:01:03 PM
Eddie Fisher aged 82 - Father of Princess Leia
Odd... I thought that was Darth Vader.
Jimi Heselden, UK Segway company owner drives Segway off cliff.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-11416654
Quote from: Albion on 27 September, 2010, 01:49:58 PM
Jimi Heselden, UK Segway company owner drives Segway off cliff.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-11416654
That story is almost as beautiful as it is tragic...
That's...emmm....no I better not go there. I might laugh.
A mouse.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-oxfordshire-11419498
Gloria Stuart (the old Kate Winslet in Titanic) at age 100.
Sally Menke.
Terrible story.
http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=29048
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 28 September, 2010, 10:39:02 PM
Sally Menke.
Terrible story.
Do we even know what the story is yet?
She sounds like she still managed to live a pretty full life in 56 years.
Don Partridge - King of the Buskers :
http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:SUymfcvwkPAJ:www.guardian.co.uk/music/2010/sep/24/don-partridge-obituary+don+partridge+dies&cd=6&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=uk&client=firefox-a
I used to know him a little bit so i may attend the funeral which is being held locally.
Tony Curtis
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/39433821
Aw.
Tony Curtis was one of those actors who seemed to be constantly on TV when I was a kid. The Persuaders was my favourite programme.
He's a genuine loss... sad news.
Sad news. One of the legends from that era.
Star of one of my favourite films, Some Like It Hot. :'(
I've just bought the Persuaders boxset, so will have an evenings viewing in his honour
That is sad. Love the Persuaders.
This news has made me think it might not be that long until we are hearing news of Roger Moore's passing....that will suck.
RIP Tony !
Tony Curtis dies on the 50th anniversary of The Flintstones and in one episode he played a cameo as a character called 'Stony Curtis'. Bizarre.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0580274/
Sad news. I love Some Like it Hot with a passion undimmed by years, and he is marvelous in it - the scene where Sugar steams up Shell Oil Jr's glasses is outstanding, his affected voice cracks me up. Every time I watch it I realise again just how perfect a film it is.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 30 September, 2010, 11:41:06 AM
He's a genuine loss... sad news.
Yeah. I thought his best work was still ahead of him too.
Does this mean sexual intercourse with Marilyn Monroe has finally passed from living memory?
Sad news about Tony Curtis. But what a life!
I think Adrian may be right... Norman Mailer died three years ago. :D
Stephen J. Cannell. He was 69. He was television for me as a kid.
Quote from: Paul faplad Finch on 01 October, 2010, 09:06:30 PM
Stephen J. Cannell. He was 69. He was television for me as a kid.
He'll always be the
grabbing-paper-out-of-a-typewriter-and-throwing-it-over-his-shoulder bloke to me.
Norman Wisdom apparently. I suppose he's pretty much the definition of 'he had a good innings'. Still a shame though.
Norman Wisdom? Really?
There'll be a day of mourning in Albania
Poor dear old Norman, a sad loss and a true funnyman.
I loved watching his films when I was little. Sad times as another great passes on.
Comedy genius. :(
Met him once, he was tiny.
Hastings pier.
It was torched during the night. Woke up today to find the town full of smoke.
SBT
Missed the news about Stephen...that's a bit of a shock to me. He didnt SEEM that old and when I saw him doing interviews about the A Team movie recently he seemed perfectly healthy. At least he got to be involved in the big budget version of his best tv show before he passed away. Kind of sad.
Norman Wisdom..I actually thought was already dead!!! Wow he did have a good innings didnt he!??
Quote from: SmallBlueThing on 05 October, 2010, 08:02:22 AM
Hastings pier.
It was torched during the night. Woke up today to find the town full of smoke.
SBT
Sad to see that. I saw Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds play there a few years ago as a warm up gig before the Abattoir Blues tour. Probably the best Bad Seeds gig I've seen.
Norman Wisdom used to live in the village I grew up in, West Chiltington in West Sussex.
He opened our swimming pool when I was at primary school. No one in the village took any notice of him and I'm not sure he was particularly liked. I just remember him waving at people from his Rolls Royce and he had a sign at the end of his drive that said "Please drive slowly or not all!".
He was on the board at Brighton and Hove Albion at one time too.
There were fears for Norman Wisdom's health when he failed to collapse on stage recently during his act.
:)
95 really is the definition of a 'good innings.' My Gran's the same age.
Solomon Burke. Possibly from Pulmonary Embolism.
Claire Rayner.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-11520609
I liked Claire.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 12 October, 2010, 09:50:48 AM
Claire Rayner.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-11520609
I liked Claire.
Love her last words, according to that piece. And I never knew that critic dude on Masterchef was her son.
Also died this week, someone who I hadn't heard of but with a long and impressive career:
Jackson Gillis, TV scriptwriter who over the years wrote for both the George Reeve Superman and also the Dean Cain series. Also wrote scripts for Perry Mason, Lost in Space, The Fugitive, The Man from U.N.C.L.E., Mission Impossible, Columbo and Murder she Wrote. In WWII he wrote propoganda leaflets designed to persuade defeated japanses soldiers not to commit suicide.
Is it a sign of age that I find newspaper obituaries more and more fascinating, even if I've never heard of the subject?
Dame Joan Sutherland
died last night, aged 83.
Wils is today's winner.
CLASSIC!!!! :lol:
I'm stealing that for my Facebook status! :D
Cartoonist Les Gibbard...
http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2010/oct/12/les-gibbard-guardian-cartoonist (http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2010/oct/12/les-gibbard-guardian-cartoonist)
Quote from: Wils on 12 October, 2010, 12:16:41 PM
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 12 October, 2010, 09:50:48 AM
Claire Rayner.
Now with wings.
I unashamedly stole this joke and emailed it to the Guardian and they printed it today! Fame at last!
Not cool, bro.
But Claire Rayner would have got and appreciated the joke and recognized that it was meant affectionately.
Dear Editor, Wils said, and I quote: "Claire Rayner, now with wings." LOL!
- Mike Giggler, via email
I meant DDD being a THIEF.
I know a guy who's been stealing from the till at all of his jobs, usually as a barman. Surprised to see he's not dead yet.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 14 October, 2010, 01:18:02 PM
I meant DDD being a THIEF.
But The Guardian will have received at least half a dozen letters making the same joke. They just had to decide which one to print. I suppose they liked DDD's letter best.
Quote from: Krombasher on 14 October, 2010, 01:26:20 PM
I know a guy who's been stealing from the till at all of his jobs, usually as a barman. Surprised to see he's not dead yet.
of a gangland killing?
I expect a cheque in the post forthwith, you bloody tealeaf. :p
Quote from: House of Usher on 14 October, 2010, 01:34:27 PM
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 14 October, 2010, 01:18:02 PM
I meant DDD being a THIEF.
But The Guardian will have received at least half a dozen letters making the same joke. They just had to decide which one to print. I suppose they liked DDD's letter best.
Quote from: Krombasher on 14 October, 2010, 01:26:20 PM
I know a guy who's been stealing from the till at all of his jobs, usually as a barman. Surprised to see he's not dead yet.
of a gangland killing?
More a rural lynch-mob.
Quote from: Wils on 14 October, 2010, 02:22:24 PM
I expect a cheque in the post forthwith, you bloody tealeaf. :p
You can have every penny that I get paid!
Had a lovely chat with the lady from the Guardian (they ring you to make sure you're genuine) as to whether it was in bad taste, but we agreed it was affectionate and that she probably wouldn't have minded. And I did mention that I'd nicked the gag from someone else - they have no objection to receiving stolen goods!
The Guardian fences of the newspaper world
Simon MacCorkindale - 58
(http://static.whatsontv.co.uk/images/07109_165959_25575461.jpg)
Shit , that one is sad :(
I always remember him from Manimal back in 1983.
Also her from FLASH!!!GORDON was in it as well if I remember correctly.
That's far too bloody young :(
Yeah - MacCorkindale is a real wrench. He seems to have been a very well regarded, highly respected man - and 58 is no age. No age at all. I had no idea he was even ill.
Awww not MacCorkindale. He was great. Shame that.
Professor Mandlebrot
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-11560101
Barbara Billingsley, probably best known to most of us as the jive talking old lady from Airplane! 94.
"Jive ass dude don't got no brains anyhow!" Great old lady. Good innings.
Mr C.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-11578530
Oh no.
He was actually younger than I thought!!
Father Dowling was good afternoon telly back in the day
too young :(
http://www.billboard.com/news/slits-frontwoman-ari-up-dead-at-48-1004123706.story#/news/slits-frontwoman-ari-up-dead-at-48-1004123706.story
Ari Up RIP
Quote from: johnnystress on 21 October, 2010, 09:45:34 AM
too young :(
http://www.billboard.com/news/slits-frontwoman-ari-up-dead-at-48-1004123706.story#/news/slits-frontwoman-ari-up-dead-at-48-1004123706.story
Ari Up RIP
Shit.
I'm going to stop reading this thread!
Graham Crowden.
(http://images.zap2it.com/movies/people/75036/75036_h_ba.jpg)
http://www.britmovie.co.uk/forums/topic/26785-graham-crowden-1922-2010/page__p__484672#entry484672
Graham Crowden had a fantastic distinctive voice.
He'll be missed if Nebulous comes back to Radio 4
Good age though
Quote from: Goosegash on 21 October, 2010, 12:40:28 PM
Graham Crowden.
(http://images.zap2it.com/movies/people/75036/75036_h_ba.jpg)
http://www.britmovie.co.uk/forums/topic/26785-graham-crowden-1922-2010/page__p__484672#entry484672
A genuinely superb actor, I suspect I will remember him best as the blackly comic Jock McCannon from 'A Very Peculiar Practice'.
(http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/49643000/jpg/_49643496_009891365-1.jpg)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-11618899 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-11618899)
Paul the World Cup octopus. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-11626050)
A farewell to arms.
They ink it's all over...it is now.
(both shamelessly nicked)
Zecharia Sitchin (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zecharia_Sitchin), died the 9th, just announced:
www.cryptomundo.com/cryptozoo-news/sitchin-obit/
Gregory Isaacs
Alex Anderson, creator of ROcky & Bullwinkle. I don't feel too sad for him as he had a leg up over the rest of us, what with his alliterative name and all.
RIP Danno
http://www.indyposted.com/121203/james-macarthur-hawaii-five-os-original-dano-dies-at-72/
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 26 October, 2010, 11:54:38 PM
Alex Anderson, creator of ROcky & Bullwinkle. I don't feel too sad for him as he had a leg up over the rest of us, what with his alliterative name and all.
What a shame - I loved Rocky and Bullwinkle, a cartoon seemingly years ahead of it's time. It wouldn't be too far out of place as some hiply ironic Cartoon Network creation, and I actually found the 2000 film genuinely brilliant (Hollywood having an actual big "Green Light" is a stroke of genius!) - I hope he liked it and received due credit.
RIP Bunny
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqzNqvVMSWg
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-11649909
Actor Gerard Kelly has died at the age of 51 after suffering a brain aneurysm earlier this week.
(http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/49700000/jpg/_49700823_gerardkelly304.jpg)
Ginny Sack.
http://www.avclub.com/articles/rip-sopranos-actress-denise-borinoquinn,47040/
James Freud, exlead singer of the Models took his life this morning, after succoming to his battle with alcoholism.
http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/news/local/26207/Models-frontman-James-Freud-dies (http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/news/local/26207/Models-frontman-James-Freud-dies)
Dino De Laurentiis
Quote from: Buddy (previusly Uncle Umpty) on 11 November, 2010, 04:00:12 PM
Dino De Laurentiis
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-11734039
Very sad, although to be honest I thought he had died some years ago.
Ah well. Who wants to live forever?
Ingrid Pitt (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-11823418), Hammer's sexiest vampire, age 73
(http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd359/anaconda888/pitt.jpg)
Oh that's sad :(
I went to Birmingham Memorabilia maaaany years ago , and whilst perusing some corner stall noticed a quite attractive for an oldish lady sat on her own in her own booth . No-one was paying her any attention and she looked quite sad. She looked up and said hello. I'm very shy and just gurned back. It was only when I was walking away did I see the card on her table saying ' Ingrid Pitt - signings' . All on her own :(
Very sad news.
I may have been at that same fair but she did go to a few. I did have the courage to chat with Ingrid and found her a warm, friendly person with a mischievous sense of humour. I know she had been quite ill for the past few years. She also starred in Where Eagles Dare eith Eastwood and Richard Burton. Most of the Hammer actresses were chosen for their beauty and bust size but there was something more with Ingrid, she was more tham just a scream queen. Check out her most famous movie Countess Dracula, based on the Bathory legend.
I met Ingrid at a Maidstone Memorablia Event (the only one this town has held) and she was lovely. I was taken aback seeing her here and just as Strontium71 said, she was sat with no-one (except her manager). I got a few signed pics and asked for a photo (don't ask, don't get) and just chatted for ages, she noticed my top and asked me about that, I suppose it becomes a wee bit boring saying the same stories to each fan and she enjoyed all my tales and likewise I enjoyed the stories she told. I reckon I sat with her for over 30 minutes and still no-one came up to her table, which was sad.
I shall miss her and raise a glass to her tonight.
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/2000ad%20Sites/IngridPitt.jpg)
Nice photo, nice story
RIP Ingrid
Would it be bad taste to say RIP to Commando Forces' hair?
Thought so.
That Ingrid Pitt and Madeline Smith scene from 'The Vampire Lovers' nearly wore out an early VHS of mine - lovely lady.
Ingrid Pitt's autobiography has to be one of the most entertaining books I have ever read.
RIP.
Quote from: The Cosh on 13 November, 2010, 12:51:30 AM
Ah well. Who wants to live forever?
I do... and you know what? So far, so good.
Bernard Matthews. Seems like an appropriate time of year for him to leave this earth.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-11845703
Bernard Matthews!
Not Bootiful.. :lol:
Apparently he left instructions for his body to be frozen and then defrosted and cremated on Christmas day.
Its nice to have some good news for once.
Ingrid Pitt fans there was a lovely piece on her in today's Last Word - featuring her own words and that of her daughter -
http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b00w243g/Last_Word_26_11_2010/
"Yes she was proud of what she'd done, proud of what she'd achieved with her great teeth and wonderful bosoms"
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 26 November, 2010, 07:06:31 PM
Ingrid Pitt fans there was a lovely piece on her in today's Last Word - featuring her own words and that of her daughter -
http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b00w243g/Last_Word_26_11_2010/
"Yes she was proud of what she'd done, proud of what she'd achieved with her great teeth and wonderful bosoms"
Listened to this on the way home- it was quite brilliant.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 23 November, 2010, 05:53:10 PM
Ingrid Pitt (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-11823418), Hammer's sexiest vampire, age 73
(http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd359/anaconda888/pitt.jpg)
Oh no! How did I not hear about this (and I wish I hadn't)?
RIP Ingrid, you'll never know how in love I was with you... :'(.
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs995.snc4/76799_463156267601_591547601_5642733_6192885_n.jpg)
I'm about to go to bed so I can't wait for confirmation but twitter is suddenly crawling with reports that Lesle Nielsen has gone. 84 Years old.
Bring on the quotes.
Looks like it's true, I never realised he was that old, he always looked younger to me. He made me laugh more then anyone else during my childhood, he will be sadly missed.
Shirley not?*
* come on folks you know you want to
Sadly it's true.
And don't call me Shirley.
;)
Really sad news.
RIP.
Ah nuts, that's a shame.
Just heard about this on the television news.
Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww.
I never would have guessed he was that old either.
:(
Quote from: Gavin_Leahy on 29 November, 2010, 01:57:25 AM
Looks like it's true, I never realised he was that old, he always looked younger to me. He made me laugh more then anyone else during my childhood, he will be sadly missed.
Not a criticism or anything, but I'm surprised that people are surprised about his age. His first big role was in Forbidden Planet and that's nearly sixty years old.
(http://img.movieberry.com/static/photos/19337/1_midi.jpg)
Irvin kershner - The director of the Empire Strikes back.
http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5iOIofoyzOkgDBBZ4-VhX6Skft5SA?docId=CNG.a95bb30ea4283751b06342aa399dde9a.5f1 (http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5iOIofoyzOkgDBBZ4-VhX6Skft5SA?docId=CNG.a95bb30ea4283751b06342aa399dde9a.5f1)
Quote from: The Cosh on 29 November, 2010, 10:14:44 AM
Quote from: Gavin_Leahy on 29 November, 2010, 01:57:25 AM
Looks like it's true, I never realised he was that old, he always looked younger to me. He made me laugh more then anyone else during my childhood, he will be sadly missed.
Not a criticism or anything, but I'm surprised that people are surprised about his age. His first big role was in Forbidden Planet and that's nearly sixty years old.
I also find it hard to believe Forbidden Planet is nearly sixty years old. The other thing is that, for me he will be all ways nearly entirely associated with his comedic roles and I tend to forget about his earlier more serious roles.
Quote from: Rog69 on 29 November, 2010, 01:34:51 PM
Irvin kershner - The director of the Empire Strikes back.
http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5iOIofoyzOkgDBBZ4-VhX6Skft5SA?docId=CNG.a95bb30ea4283751b06342aa399dde9a.5f1 (http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5iOIofoyzOkgDBBZ4-VhX6Skft5SA?docId=CNG.a95bb30ea4283751b06342aa399dde9a.5f1)
R.I.P. Kersh - you gave us a glimpse of what Star Wars could have been.
Dear me, what a day. RIP.
Quote from: Rog69 on 29 November, 2010, 01:34:51 PM
Irvin kershner - The director of the Empire Strikes back.
http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5iOIofoyzOkgDBBZ4-VhX6Skft5SA?docId=CNG.a95bb30ea4283751b06342aa399dde9a.5f1 (http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5iOIofoyzOkgDBBZ4-VhX6Skft5SA?docId=CNG.a95bb30ea4283751b06342aa399dde9a.5f1)
Ah hey, that's shite news. I've often thought that if it wasn't for Kershner
Star Wars would be a late 70's oddity that was of its time but no more - it was the superiority of his
Empire that gave everyone the idea that Star Wars had masses of unrealised potential beyond its origins (and still does - Empire is the point on the curve that all other SW approaches, but can never reach).
Quote from: TordelBack on 29 November, 2010, 05:36:31 PM
Quote from: Rog69 on 29 November, 2010, 01:34:51 PM
Irvin kershner - The director of the Empire Strikes back.
http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5iOIofoyzOkgDBBZ4-VhX6Skft5SA?docId=CNG.a95bb30ea4283751b06342aa399dde9a.5f1 (http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5iOIofoyzOkgDBBZ4-VhX6Skft5SA?docId=CNG.a95bb30ea4283751b06342aa399dde9a.5f1)
Ah hey, that's shite news. I've often thought that if it wasn't for Kershner Star Wars would be a late 70's oddity that was of its time but no more - it was the superiority of his Empire that gave everyone the idea that Star Wars had masses of unrealised potential beyond its origins (and still does - Empire is the point on the curve that all other SW approaches, but can never reach).
Absolutely, I often rather shamefully forget the fact that Lucas didn't do much of the directing after A New Hope, and then when I'm reminded it makes more sense that everything he's done himself has fallen a bit short.
edit: Just saw the Neilson post too, pretty sad day. Reckon I'll pop on some Naked Gun tonight.
So what do I watch tonight and raise a toast to the screen?
Airplane! or Empire Strikes Back?
It's a sad day :'(
...Both?
United Planets Cruiser C-57D sails on captainless. :(
Just heard about Leslie Nielsen. Sad, sad news.
Airplane and the Naked Gun series - some of the funniest films ever made.
I really hope someone has the forethought to bury him with a fart machine.
sad news of lesilie neilsen, but a good innings,
he shall live in with his quotes, likely the most quoted actor next to the god father I&II not a bad legacy.
NICE BEAVER!
When I saw the news of Leslie Nielsen's death posted online, I actually did a double take. We hear of so many celebrity deaths that sometimes they fail to make much of an impression. But hearing that Leslie Nielsen has gone is a bit like hearing your grandfather has passed away.
I don't actually believe in the notion of an afterlife, but something about the idea of Leslie arriving at the pearly gates and saying ' ... I just want you to know, we're all counting on you' and then disappearing again really tickles me.
A great loss.
Leslie Nielsen Random Quote Generator.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/film/interactive/2010/nov/29/leslie-nielsen-random-quote-generator (http://www.guardian.co.uk/film/interactive/2010/nov/29/leslie-nielsen-random-quote-generator)
Just click on the "Surely you can't be serious" button.
Blake Edwards - director of Pink Panther Movies, Breakfast at Tiffanys, and others - has died aged 88 of pneumonia
One that has actually made me quite sad: jean rollin has died. He directed one of my favourite films, 'the two orphan vampires', and was a lovely man. I have a great memory of wandering greyfriars kirkyard in edinburgh with mr rollin, discussing possible ideas for future films that he wanted to make in the city. Sadly it wasnt to be. Rest easy you magnificent pervert.
SBT
Quote from: SmallBlueThing on 16 December, 2010, 09:56:36 PM
One that has actually made me quite sad: jean rollin has died.
That is sad. He had a very distinctive and singular vision. I feel compelled to go and watch 'The Living Dead Girl' now to commemorate him. If ever a chap deserved a painfully beautiful funeral, it would be Mr. Rollin.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 16 December, 2010, 08:33:20 PM
Blake Edwards - director of Pink Panther Movies, Breakfast at Tiffanys, and others - has died aged 88 of pneumonia
and to think I just watched
"10" last night...
A lad that started work with us a few months ago went missing on Saturday. They have just found him.
R.I.P. Martin Kent.
V
Morgan Freeman
(Not really)
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a293749/twitter-sparks-morgan-freeman-death-rumour.html (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a293749/twitter-sparks-morgan-freeman-death-rumour.html)
Quote from: Greg M. on 16 December, 2010, 10:13:05 PM
Quote from: SmallBlueThing on 16 December, 2010, 09:56:36 PM
One that has actually made me quite sad: jean rollin has died.
He had a very distinctive and singular vision.
Very much so - that singular vision was well on display in 'Zombie Lake': up-the-crotch-from-underwater vision.
In all seriousness, that is too bad. Mr. Rollin was an autuer in every sense of the word.
Quotethat singular vision was well on display in 'Zombie Lake'
Zombie Lake. I've seen that one- christ, what a piece on inept shit.
Sad the guy's dead and all, but if that's anything to judge his output by, it's not very good.
Quote from: locustsofdeath! on 17 December, 2010, 03:37:44 PM
Quote from: Greg M. on 16 December, 2010, 10:13:05 PM
Quote from: SmallBlueThing on 16 December, 2010, 09:56:36 PM
One that has actually made me quite sad: jean rollin has died.
He had a very distinctive and singular vision.
Very much so - that singular vision was well on display in 'Zombie Lake': up-the-crotch-from-underwater vision.
Well, quite. ;) That's what happens when you take over a shoot from Jess Franco. :) Don't think any of us would be proclaiming that film as one of his finest hours. I believe there are two versions in existence though - clothes on and clothes off.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 17 December, 2010, 03:44:11 PM
Quotethat singular vision was well on display in 'Zombie Lake'
Zombie Lake. I've seen that one- christ, what a piece on inept shit.
Sad the guy's dead and all, but if that's anything to judge his output by, it's not very good.
Zombie Lake is not remotely indicative of Rollin's actual talent. I gather it was a job he took on 'cos Franco pulled out... he was not very interested in it.
Well, I will say that I enjoyed 'Zombie Lake' much more than I enjoyed the Jess Franco-helmed 'Oasis of the Zombies', ha.
(and you know Rollin filmed those shots because he knew everyone would blame them on Franco :D)
Quote from: locustsofdeath! on 17 December, 2010, 03:57:47 PM
Well, I will say that I enjoyed 'Zombie Lake' much more than I enjoyed the Jess Franco-helmed 'Oasis of the Zombies', ha.
I gather that Franco made 'Oasis of the Zombies' because he wasn't able to do 'Zombie Lake'... must've owed the studio a zombie film or something.
Quote from: vzzbux on 17 December, 2010, 12:01:47 AM
A lad that started work with us a few months ago went missing on Saturday. They have just found him.
R.I.P. Martin Kent.
Drove by the spot where they found the body this morning. It was all cordoned off and just seemed eerily weird. It was on a main stretch of a dual carriageway going out of Leicester. I couldn't even start to imagine what happened.
V
Don Van Vliet (Captain Beefheart), apparently. Sad News.
:'( Shit.
No. Beefheart bit the dust.
No more squid eating dough in a polyethylene bag.
As well as bagging himself a Julie Andrews, the great Blake Edwards was responsible for the definitive telling of the greatest joke in history:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ue0fZfwHfzo&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ue0fZfwHfzo&feature=related)
Very sad to hear of Captain Beefheart leaving this earth. :(
Damn, the captain's dead.
He was fast and bulbous.
So upsetting to read the sad news that the great Captain Beefheart is no longer with us.
Very sorry to hear about Captain Beefheart.
Likewise brilliant colourist Adrienne Roy at 57.
Nobody wrote better songs about dinosaurs than the Captain. Sorry to hear of his passing.
Not great news is the passing of Beefheart.
Time fo rme to finally get around to buying some Beefheart, I suppose. The guy's musical antics always made me smile. Especially 'Ice Cream For Crow'.
He was a one-off alright, no mistake about that.
The torture never stops
Quote from: HdE on 18 December, 2010, 03:22:49 PM
Time fo rme to finally get around to buying some Beefheart, I suppose. The guy's musical antics always made me smile. Especially 'Ice Cream For Crow'.
He was a one-off alright, no mistake about that.
I chucked some Beefheart links on the YouTube Gold page.
http://www.2000adonline.com/forum/index.php/topic,21778.1425.html
Very limited amount of his music online and his best stuff isn't on Spotify, though there is some great earlier stuff:
http://open.spotify.com/track/3b1trQhZvAjoxneiHMHYXi
http://open.spotify.com/track/6LGTeOvnvtg6IKaAqHLfbP
http://open.spotify.com/track/7gWINLHj3c0hBMkGlP8844
amongst much more.
I actually have to limit how much I play some Beefheart as it plays over in my mind and stops me sleeping.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dq6fCOGyVJg
This is the vid that got me into Beefheart. What a performer - !
I liked one of his albums that many consider to be his worst which is Bluejeans And Moonbeams.This was it was a lot more commercial and accessible than his more experimental and awkward music which i dont really enjoy.
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 19 December, 2010, 12:55:35 PM
I liked one of his albums that many consider to be his worst which is Bluejeans And Moonbeams.This was it was a lot more commercial and accessible than his more experimental and awkward music which i dont really enjoy.
THats why some people consider this his worst.
Probably why I class mid 90's to mid 2000's Metallica utter shite as they sold out and cashed in, which they have openly admitted.
I am not saying Beefheart sold out. He was maybe trying to reach a wider audience.
V
Those "commercial" Beefheart albums are still good no matter what the critics say. The sacred cow I always thought was a bit rubbish is of course Trout Mask Replica, the emperor has no clothes. Everthing else he did before or since is far better.
Metallica went shite after ...Justice. Too much money is a terrible thing, 'nuff said.
Brian Hanrahan, BBC reporter, 61.
Anyone who's old enough to remember the Falklands will know what a great reporter he was.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-12037973
Quote from: Lee Bates on 20 December, 2010, 11:49:32 AM
Quote from: pops1983 on 18 December, 2010, 03:48:09 PM
The torture never stops
Wasn't that Zappa?
Aye, but our dear departed Captain did the vocals. They collaborated a lot:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaCCKrpCQDM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaCCKrpCQDM)
Quote from: pops1983 on 21 December, 2010, 01:09:53 AM
Quote from: Lee Bates on 20 December, 2010, 11:49:32 AM
Quote from: pops1983 on 18 December, 2010, 03:48:09 PM
The torture never stops
Wasn't that Zappa?
Aye, but our dear departed Captain did the vocals. They collaborated a lot:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaCCKrpCQDM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaCCKrpCQDM)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cw05xgp5Gw8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cw05xgp5Gw8)
Quote from: pops1983 on 21 December, 2010, 01:09:53 AM
Quote from: Lee Bates on 20 December, 2010, 11:49:32 AM
Quote from: pops1983 on 18 December, 2010, 03:48:09 PM
The torture never stops
Wasn't that Zappa?
Aye, but our dear departed Captain did the vocals. They collaborated a lot:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaCCKrpCQDM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaCCKrpCQDM)
Wow, I've been listening to Zappa and Beefheart for years and I never knew that was the Captain on vocals.
Bongo Fury is one of my favourite albums and it captures the both of them at their live best.
That's Zappa on vocals on The torture never stops but that is indeed the Captain on the link to Willie The Pimp.
Wombles' creator Elisabeth Beresford.
Saw her interviewed some years back and she was quite charming.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-12079067 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-12079067)
Just found out one of the kids from the special school where i work has died on xmas day! he had a trachy and it either came out or got blocked ,his poor parents found him in the morning...
known the little fella since he started in nursery he was 13 when he died couldnt speak but had such a wicked sense of humour everybody who met him loved him to bits being from a muslim family the funeral is tomorrow .
Aw that's awful Mogz. I once lost three bairns from my class in one year and it damn near broke me. First day back's going to be tough, really sorry to hear that mate.
There was a lovely Muslim lad at my special school called Tauheed who's dad had my local newsagents and kept my prog for me for years. Young Tauheed was hospitalised for the last few weeks of his life and his dad and relatives started an Internet campaign for his fellow Muslims to pray for him. Apparently on a specified date and time, hundreds of thousands of Muslims all over the planet were praying from him. Nice.
specail needs children have a high mortality rate sadly. i am aware my sister is of this group.for what it is worth, for the family, it was a terrible day but not there specail day. which would have compounded it all.
Brain hanrahan, I COUNTED THEM ALL OUT and I COUNTED THEM ALL BACK IN AGAIN! if i am not mistaken by your reference.
cheers ,it's been one of those christmases first the loyal hound then this... hope we dont hear of any more next week.
Quote from: Albion on 21 December, 2010, 02:30:27 PM
That's Zappa on vocals on The torture never stops but that is indeed the Captain on the link to Willie The Pimp.
Beefheart did the Vocals on The Man From Utopia, or was it Cheap Thrills, or maybe it was both. On a
Boney M singer Bobby Farrell: http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2010/dec/30/bobby-farrell-boney-m-singer-dies
so now they're going to play all those records he didn't actually sing on.
I remember loving 'Ma Baker' when it came out - but I was only 10.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 30 December, 2010, 11:39:50 PM
so now they're going to play all those records he didn't actually sing on.
I remember loving 'Ma Baker' when it came out - but I was only 10.
ha! he was a great frontman though and had some awesome moves. Fondly remember looking as a kid, at my folks Boney M covers and thinking they were the grooviest people on earth....and venus.
Sad at the passing of Pete Postlethwaite, 64, great actor :( always remember him as great evil Sergeant Hakeswill
(http://www.avltheatre.com/forte/img/darkwater1.jpg)
(http://sharpecompendium.net/portraits/hakeswill.jpg)
Bugger, that's really sad, he was always brilliant in anything he was in.
64 is no age, stupid cancer :'(.
A truly fantastic actor, he'll be sadly missed.
Yeah the passing of Pete Postlethwaite was a complete surprise as I didn't know he was fighting cancer. Real shame one of my favourite actors
mr Peter leaves behind a fine body of work.
he was excellent as the priest in Romeo and Juliet. the modern retelling version.he shone in it.
as many of us hit our early forties, heros and names of our youth hit there 60s and 70s. which is rather sobering.
Shocked to read this this morning but it does explain why he looked so thin when I saw him in The Town last year :(
I'm genuinely saddened by this. Postlethwaite was a tremendously watchable actor, and only yesterday I saw him in JUMANJI! I didn't know he was in that till I heard him speak.
A real loss to modern film.
Anne Francis, Leslie Nielsen's squeeze in Forbidden Planet.
Zsa Zsa Gabor's right leg. She's had it removed due to a gangrenous infection, but she's not out of the woods yet.
Gerry Rafferty.
http://news.stv.tv/scotland/218229-baker-street-songwriter-gerry-rafferty-dies-in-hospital/
Quote from: Dandontdare on 04 January, 2011, 03:10:54 PM
Zsa Zsa Gabor's right leg. She's had it removed due to a gangrenous infection, but she's not out of the woods yet.
Maybe she can take it home and use it to hit cops who have the audacity to stop her!
Gerry Rafferty
Found this remarkable article on him here: http://news.scotsman.com/opinion/Stuck-in-a-battle-with.4352529.jp (http://news.scotsman.com/opinion/Stuck-in-a-battle-with.4352529.jp)
Quite like the poinancy of this quote:
""In fact, most of what I played was an old blues riff," says the sax musician. "If you're asking me: 'Did Gerry hand me a piece of music to play?' then no, he didn't." Ravenscroft's fee was a cheque for £27, which he says bounced anyway and is now framed and hangs on his solicitor's wall. Rafferty has not attempted to make further payment, and Ravenscroft has chosen not to pursue the matter of a song that guarantees Rafferty a yearly income of £80,000. Since the song thrust Rafferty into a spotlight that has made him deeply uncomfortable ever since, maybe Ravenscroft is right to regard the riches of 'Baker Street' as tainted money: "If I had received pots of money, I wouldn't have known what to do," he remarked recently. "It might have destroyed me."
Mick Karn of Japan, yesterday evening from cancer!
Heard the back end of a conversation on Radio 2 late last night but could only just now verify it, as nothing on any news channels.
:(
not a good week the heros and important people of our youth around it seems.
the lady from FP! which i read today and felt deserved to be noted here, the actor peter potwhistle(sp)Brain hanrahan before christmas.
all worthy of note upon this board, for sci-fi reference or notable moments for many of us.
Just heard this morning on R4 that Anthony Howard had died.
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 03 January, 2011, 04:18:10 PM
I'm genuinely saddened by this. Postlethwaite was a tremendously watchable actor, and only yesterday I saw him in JUMANJI! I didn't know he was in that till I heard him speak.
A real loss to modern film.
I'm pretty sure he wasn't in Jumanji to be honest.
He was one of my favourite actors. Seemed like he was a nice guy too.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 05 January, 2011, 06:17:15 AM
Mick Karn of Japan, yesterday evening from cancer!
Heard the back end of a conversation on Radio 2 late last night but could only just now verify it, as nothing on any news channels.
I wasnt aware that Mick Karn was ill so that was a surprise.Very sad but i recall an anecdote about Mick Karn and i forget who i was told it by but someone was in a recording/rehearsal studio [another bass player] and they overheard Mick Karn playing bass in the next room and they thought "Why do i bother ??" obviously discouraged because his bass playing was so good.
Heres a track in rememberance of Mick Karn :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8cb0iO8Vpg
Shame about Gerry Rafferty but i was aware he was an alcoholic and ill but i like City To City and Night Owl and Baker St is one of those tracks that takes me back to a ceertain time and place whenever i hear it.I always really liked the cover art of those albums as well.
it's been a sad start to the year for sure. Lots of greats passing on.
Quote from: Lee Bates on 05 January, 2011, 09:43:32 AM
I'm pretty sure he wasn't in Jumanji to be honest.
Aye, I suspect the Bolt unit is thinking of his Great White Hunter turn in Jurassic Park 2. Very sorry to hear of his passing, he enlivened anything he appeared in - even Dragonheart!
Dick King-Smith.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2011/jan/05/babe-creator-dick-king-smith
My Xbox. Four years of faithful service. RIP, my friend...
Anybody got a spare they'd like to donate..? Before I have to resort to reading and talking to people...
Gary Mason (the boxer) hit by a van while cycling.
Major Dick Winters, the officer portrayed by Damien Lewis in 'Band of Brothers'.
Quote from: Kerrin on 10 January, 2011, 07:38:18 AM
Major Dick Winters, the officer portrayed by Damien Lewis in 'Band of Brothers'.
Just read that this morning. The man was a genuine Hero. RIP>
92. Big bag of win for Dick Winters.
Sigh- In Jumanji- there is a scene where the Robin Williams character returns to his father factory to be told about his parents' death by a tramp who gives him clothes. The tramp is Pete Postlethwaite. It was his voice that made me look twice.
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 10 January, 2011, 11:07:31 AM
Sigh- In Jumanji- there is a scene where the Robin Williams character returns to his father factory to be told about his parents' death by a tramp who gives him clothes. The tramp is Pete Postlethwaite. It was his voice that made me look twice.
Wow! A quick look at the IMDB suggests that's uncredited, so good catch.
That was Lloyd Berry
http://www.aveleyman.com/ActorCredit.aspx?ActorID=19702
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 10 January, 2011, 11:07:31 AM
Sigh- In Jumanji- there is a scene where the Robin Williams character returns to his father factory to be told about his parents' death by a tramp who gives him clothes. The tramp is Pete Postlethwaite. It was his voice that made me look twice.
Bah! You win this round Bolt...
Major Richard 'Dick' Winters, 92.
Played by Damian Lewis in Band of Brothers
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1345843/He-hell-guy-Real-life-Band-Brothers-war-hero-dies.html (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1345843/He-hell-guy-Real-life-Band-Brothers-war-hero-dies.html)
Michaela Harte, daughter of former Gaelic manager Micky Harte found murdered in her hotel room 12 days after getting married.
Trish Keenan of Broadcast fame at age 42.
This is totally lame.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 14 January, 2011, 10:52:35 PM
Trish Keenan of Broadcast fame at age 42.
This is totally lame.
Shocked to see this on the BBC; had just read about her being ill yesterday. It is indeed lame. And heinous.
Susannah York aged 72, from cancer.
Johnny Storm, apparently.
I'll give it 12 months tops
I imagine he will resurface near to the time of the Fantastic Four reboot movie. Had to be Johnny they were going to kill off, Reed and Ben have been "dead" before (Ben went to heaven to hang out with God, who was Jack Kirby!) and in Mark Millar's run Marvel teased "The Death of the Invisible Woman", only to have it be a parallel future incarnation.
Yeah Johnny will be back just in time for the title to return to its original numbering at 600 (I think it is) in 12 months time.
Whatever you think about this sort of stuff it has to be said Marvel have played a blinder in making this the massive story it is. Not necessarily good in the long term but still an impressive bit of marketing.
I guess this is also why Capcom were advised not to use any of the FF in MVC 3.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 25 January, 2011, 06:41:02 PM
Johnny Storm, apparently.
SPOILERS!
For a comic i don't read.
I hear its quite good these days though, Hickman's writing it isn't he?
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/01/24/wizard-magazine-to-close-immediately/
Wizard magazine it seems.
never read wizard but did enjoy toyfare and its twisted toyfare theatre
I used to read Wizard when it first started but, to be honest, had assumed it had long since gone the way of the dodo.
My next door house, as my landlord text me this morning, but I am away this weekend, first weekend to be away till Xmas, and it happens, dont know what the damages as would be home tomorrow! fuck!
Was there a fire or something Goaty?
yes, landlord text me that it was severe fire....
Sweet Cheezus, Goaty - I hope everything's okay when you return!
We had an incident in my street a year or two back. Some nutter who had been evicted from his flat decided to sneak back in and torch the mattresses there. Given that our street is basically one long terrace, that could have been MIIIIIGHTY ugly.
Do be sure to post and tell us all how it goes, 'kay?
In the early hours of this morning we received one of those life changing calls. The call said my mother in law has only hours to live. She went into hospital last week complaining of chest pains. We all thought it was nothing serious but something has gone terribly wrong. It seems she was either given the wrong medication or given a huge overdose of the right medication. This has caused a mass infection which has spread to her heart and lungs. The Doctor said there is nothing more they can do except to keep her pain free and alive until we get there. Going to drive from London later today and should arrive in Dublin by tonight..
Seeing my beautiful girl in so much pain is breaking my heart.
Nap.
That's awful Nap, that kind of a drive is a nightmare - hope you both arrive safely.
And Goaty: fingers crossed damage isn't too bad.
Ah crap, that's harsh Nap, thoughts are with your wife and yourself.
And hope your place is OK Goaty.
Just got home, it messy next door, as major burnt hole on roof next to my room, no damaged in my house, my room ok, just damaged key door handle. Shite!
Thanks for supports.
Quote from: Goaty on 30 January, 2011, 06:50:46 PM
Just got home, it messy next door, as major burnt hole on roof next to my room, no damaged in my house, my room ok, just damaged key door handle. Shite!
Phew! Water damage alone could have screwed you royally, glad to hear the hassle was (relatively limited.
That's awful news Nap.
Glad to here there wasn't that much damage, Goaty.
Legendary Bond composer John Barry died this morning.
John Barry - Very sad news.
Will have Themeology on repeat all day.
The Midnight Cowboy music sends shivers down my spine everytime I hear it.
In a word.... bugger :(
I think an evening of Bond soundtracks maybe in order
Milton Babbitt, composer of super serious smart people music. Also taught Sondheim at one point.
Awww, no! Margaret Johns has died. :|
Milton Babbitt - great man. Sorry to hear it.
Maria Schneider, from Last Tango in Paris.
Ooh , that reminds me - I need some butter.
Ladies and gentlemen, farewell to violence: Tura Satana of Faster Pussycat Kill Kill and the greatest ever movie opening 5 minutes.
She had her knockers...
http://www.filmshaft.com/tura-satana-star-of-faster-pussycat-kill-kill-dies/ (http://www.filmshaft.com/tura-satana-star-of-faster-pussycat-kill-kill-dies/)
(http://www.blujay.com/1/518/3563664_s1_i2.jpg)
Its a shame I was a big fan. She certainly lived a life that mirrored one of her films. Tura was a leader of a street gang and went on to be a black belt martial artist.
A b - movie icon and gawd bless her for that!
Apparently she dated Elvis Presley but turned down his marriage proposal.
Gary Moore RIP
"Smiley Bolger (on facebook)
Just had a Phonecall to inform us all the Gary Moore passed away in a Hotel room in Spain some hours ago . RIP ."
Quote from: johnnystress on 06 February, 2011, 05:04:31 PM
Gary Moore RIP
"Smiley Bolger (on facebook)
Just had a Phonecall to inform us all the Gary Moore passed away in a Hotel room in Spain some hours ago . RIP ."
Aw FUCK OFF! Shit, man...
Tura Satana? Oh noe! But at least she made it to 75. I should live so long! I was watching 'Faster, Pussycat...' only last weekend. Maybe I tempted fate too far.
Gary Moore? Oh well. At least we still have the recordings.
Quote from: johnnystress on 06 February, 2011, 05:04:31 PM
Gary Moore RIP
"Smiley Bolger (on facebook)
Just had a Phonecall to inform us all the Gary Moore passed away in a Hotel room in Spain some hours ago . RIP ."
That's a shame. I can't say I am a massive fan, but I liked his stuff with Thin Lizzy and Phil Lynott. Black Rose is a fantastic song. I shall play it now in his honour.
Quote from: Adrian Bamforth on 06 February, 2011, 04:29:48 PM
Apparently she dated Elvis Presley but turned down his marriage proposal.
Strange - Vampira dated James Dean...what's with these Big Stars digging on the b-movie gothy-types? ...because they're hot...
Quote from: johnnystress on 06 February, 2011, 05:04:31 PM
Gary Moore RIP
"Smiley Bolger (on facebook)
Just had a Phonecall to inform us all the Gary Moore passed away in a Hotel room in Spain some hours ago . RIP ."
Blimey you never know how long you've got eh? He was only 58 not even old enough to draw a pension.
Yeah, pretty young. Sad stuff.
RIP Gary Moore.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90ffZCBtOyM
V
Quote from: johnnystress on 06 February, 2011, 05:04:31 PM
Gary Moore RIP
"Smiley Bolger (on facebook)
Just had a Phonecall to inform us all the Gary Moore passed away in a Hotel room in Spain some hours ago . RIP ."
Shit! Didn't see that one coming!
Very sad about Mr Moore - in terms of what may have happened - the journalist Geoff Barton said he looked 'very unhealthy' the last he saw him -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0U0y9ShghI
...put on a hell of a lot of weight.
Anyway - I wasn't a fan of all his records - but he had a powerful voice and a great presence. Also he always seemed the right kind of completely cantankerous.
To Gary!
Quote from: johnnystress on 06 February, 2011, 05:04:31 PM
Gary Moore RIP
"Smiley Bolger (on facebook)
Just had a Phonecall to inform us all the Gary Moore passed away in a Hotel room in Spain some hours ago . RIP ."
I heard this on news24 - the final line of the report was something about his songs being "still played by buskers today" which has to be the faintest praise I've ever heard.
Regards
Robin
Quote from: Robin Low on 07 February, 2011, 08:38:01 AM
I heard this on news24 - the final line of the report was something about his songs being "still played by buskers today" which has to be the faintest praise I've ever heard.
Ah, that good old folk tradition, keeping memory alive. Like I said before, it's a pity we don't still have the recordings...
I liked some of Gary Moore's stuff but was never a huge fan.......until I saw him play live!
I first saw him at a festival in Finsbury Park in 2001 and was amazed at how good he was and wondered why his music had largely passed me by. I then saw him again at Brighton Dome in 2007.
He was an incredible guitarist and I'm so glad I got to see him. Very sad to see another great talent go too soon.
I'm wracking my brains trying to think what Gary Moore song would translate to busking.
What. you mean you've NEVER heard a street performer playing 'Parisienne Walkways?' Happens every day in my town!
Yeah. I admit. That's complete crap.
rod davies,a bloke i worked with from being a wee yts! last time i saw him was about 18 months ago when he told me of his upcoming civil partnership to his long time fella terry...
Gary Moore dies, Jedward lives.
There is no god.
Brian Jacques - the author of Redwall mousesiesta.
Additionally on Gary Moore - if no-one's read anything and this is the only place they go on the internet to get news about things: He had a moonlight walk on a Spanish beach, sunk down numerous brandies as well as champagne and a burger and choked on his own vomit. I'd call that a fairly pleasant way to go. Good on you Mr Moore - ! Statue anyone?
It's now being reported that Gary Moore had a heart attack.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 08 February, 2011, 01:48:25 PM
Brian Jacques - the author of Redwall mousesiesta.
What a shame! I used to love those books as a kid.
...well either way he'd had a nice evening.
Doom metal band Cathedral have broken up. Feels like death to me.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 08 February, 2011, 06:24:07 PM
...well either way he'd had a nice evening.
Doom metal band Cathedral have broken up. Feels like death to me.
Didn't realise these were still going.
V
Corey Haim, 38
I thought he died last year.
Yeah, he did, March last year.
Maybe LARF means zombie Corey Haim. Finally sent on his way with a sharpened spade.
Weird it's the top story on the BBC website may ne has has risen from the dead!
Someone told me the other day that Neil Young had died, but that seems to be nonsense. Maybe they'd confused him with Gary Moore. Somehow.
Quote from: LARF on 14 February, 2011, 07:53:50 AM
Weird it's the top story on the BBC website may ne has has risen from the dead!
This happens quite a lot with the top read/recommended stories on the bbc. I assume all it takes is a few people to start e-mailing a story around their mates and it shoots to the top. Other stories you can almost certainly look forward to seeing again in the next six months include:
- The one about the bloke in Sudan who marries a goat.
- The one about the snake that bursts while trying to eat a crocodile.
The remains of original front man of Iron Maiden's career and freedom.
Sad really as I preferred Paul Di'anno's vocals to Bruce Dickinson's.
http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/top-stories/2011/02/12/iron-maiden-hero-paul-di-anno-faces-prison-sentence-for-benefit-fraud-115875-22916767/
V
QuoteSomeone told me the other day that Neil Young had died, but that seems to be nonsense. Maybe they'd confused him with Gary Moore. Somehow.
Think I can solve that little mystery - Neil Young did die, just not
the Neil Young.
I heard it on the news the other day - think he was a former soccer player or something. I remember thinking that the name might cause some confusion.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neil_Young_%28footballer_born_1944%29 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neil_Young_%28footballer_born_1944%29)
Quote from: vzzbux on 14 February, 2011, 11:20:23 AM
The remains of original front man of Iron Maiden's career and freedom.
Sad really as I preferred Paul Di'anno's vocals to Bruce Dickinson's.
http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/top-stories/2011/02/12/iron-maiden-hero-paul-di-anno-faces-prison-sentence-for-benefit-fraud-115875-22916767/
Oh dear, oh dear. He always was a little bit of a dodgy fella / geezer / rogue, but it seems to have caught up with him. Saw him live a few years ago, backed up by Maiden Scotland, an Iron Maiden tribute band. They were great, but he was less great, insisting on singing his old hits in an indecipherable death-metal growl quite distant from his charming tones of old.
QuoteSomeone told me the other day that Neil Young had died, but that seems to be nonsense. Maybe they'd confused him with Gary Moore. Somehow.
I was in conversation today with someone who told me that The Queen, the Rothschilds and Andrew Sachs [surely 'Goldman Sachs'?] were all together in a conspiracy of the paparazzi. I presume they meant Illuminati.
was this person having a stroke as they were talking to you?
Quote from: johnnystress on 14 February, 2011, 05:04:14 PM
was this person having a stroke as they were talking to you?
Pervert ::)
:D
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/kenneth-mars-young-frankenstein-actor-99482
kenneth Mars RIP
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http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/breaking/2011/0217/breaking25.html
Seinfield's uncle Leo dies
Len Lesser, the veteran character actor best known for his scene-stealing role as Uncle Leo on Seinfeld , has died at the age of 88.
Lesser's family said he died in Burbank, California, yesterday, from cancer-related pneumonia.
His lengthy list of US television credits included parts on Get Smart, That Girl, The Munsters, The Monkees, The Rockford Files, Thirtysomething, ER, and Everybody Loves Raymond, which featured Lesser in a recurring role as the arm-shaking Garvin.
His film credits included The Outlaw Josey Wales, Kelly's Heroes, Birdman Of Alcatraz and Death Hunt. He most recently appeared on the TV drama Castle .
He is survived by his two children and three grandchildren.
Lesser's daughter Michele said: "Heaven got a great comedian and actor today. The outpouring of sympathy we've already received has been amazing and is so greatly appreciated. Thank you to all the people who helped make my father's last journey special and surrounded with love."
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NOT Mick jagger, despite internet rumours!
Quote from: Dandontdare on 17 February, 2011, 02:47:51 PM
NOT Mick jagger, despite internet rumours!
Indeed, though I do admire the wag that twitted Keith Richards is alive.
Dwayne McDuffie. Writer of comics and animated series. As yet no details have come to light but this is sad news.
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 22 February, 2011, 08:26:13 PM
Dwayne McDuffie. Writer of comics and animated series. As yet no details have come to light but this is sad news.
Woah, that's shocking and quite unexpected. I was just reading about his work on the All-Star Superman movie the other day.
Wow, that's a real blow. I was definitely a fan.
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 22 February, 2011, 08:26:13 PM
Dwayne McDuffie. Writer of comics and animated series. As yet no details have come to light but this is sad news.
Just awful news. RIP and condolences to his family and loved ones.
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 22 February, 2011, 08:26:13 PM
Dwayne McDuffie. Writer of comics and animated series. As yet no details have come to light but this is sad news.
It's not often that someone I don't know dying makes me angry with the universe- but this is one of those times.
Really sad news. Posts to his website suggest it was "complications due to a surgical procedure performed Monday evening".
Nicholas Courtney has passed away, yes the Brigadier.
One of my favourite characters from my favourite era of Doctor Who :'(
And what will become of the Scarifyers CD range now?
Terribly sad to hear about the Brig. He was so keen to return in the main series but was too ill to commit to it.
I say we badger Moffatt to include some kind of on-air farewell to him. Because...
y'know he'll listen to a forum of 2000ad fans more than anyone.
Gutted. :(
Farewell, Brig.
Sad news about the Brigadier :/
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 23 February, 2011, 08:07:08 AM
Terribly sad to hear about the Brig. He was so keen to return in the main series but was too ill to commit to it.
He did at least reprise his role recently in the Sarah Jane Adventures.
Farewell to the mighty Brigadier, very sad news. I always loved his character and he seemed like a really good guy too. At least he got to live a long life I suppose, unlike Dwayne McDuffie. Absolutely tragic.
Quote from: satchmo on 23 February, 2011, 03:14:04 PM
Farewell to the mighty Brigadier, very sad news. I always loved his character and he seemed like a really good guy too. At least he got to live a long life I suppose, unlike Dwayne McDuffie. Absolutely tragic.
Indeed. I wouldn't be a big JLA fan, but I enjoyed McDuffie's frank discussions of how the shifting tides of DCU eventism stymied one plan after another, and he came across as a very decent, very intelligent man.
There's a couple of great examples of why Dwayne McDuffie will be missed over at Bleeding Cool.com
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/02/23/dwayne-mcduffie-and-the-parakeet/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/02/23/dwayne-mcduffie-and-the-parakeet/)
http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/682new_storyimage1636614_full.jpg (http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/682new_storyimage1636614_full.jpg)
Chap with wings there. Five rounds rapid.
Just a pity The Brigadier never made it onto the new series.
filip
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 23 February, 2011, 08:07:08 AM
Terribly sad to hear about the Brig. He was so keen to return in the main series but was too ill to commit to it.
I say we badger Moffatt to include some kind of on-air farewell to him. Because...
y'know he'll listen to a forum of 2000ad fans more than anyone.
I second this motion....
Phil Vane , singer of Extreme Noise Terror and a good friend of my brother in laws' died this week
(http://desecration.crucialweb.net/ENT/images/phil-vane-rip.jpg)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUMYKvKdhXs
I'll never forget seeing this all those years ago..still puts a smile on my face
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CDButf0go8
Sad to hear that.
I saw Extreme Noise Terror many years ago at the Zap club in Brighton, must have been around 1989/1990 I think. Doctor and The Crippens played that night too.
Dean Richards the Wolves & Tottenham defender past away today at the age of 36 after a long battle with illness
James Franco's career.
Jane Russell.
Frank Buckles-last U.S. WWI veteran. 110
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 28 February, 2011, 11:22:38 PM
James Franco's career.
I had to google him as I'd never heard of him. They really let Harry Osborn host the Oscars? Jeez!
How much blow did Franco smoke before the Oscars?
Television.
And any tiiiiny hope that this government may not be everything we fear.
Rupert Murdoch given governmental okay for his takeover of BskyB.
Shit.
SBT
Quote from: SmallBlueThing on 03 March, 2011, 08:43:49 AM
Television.
And any tiiiiny hope that this government may not be everything we fear.
Rupert Murdoch given governmental okay for his takeover of BskyB.
Shit.
SBT
To be honest I thought he owned it anyway, or am I missing something?
He owned 39% of BSkyB prior to the deal. Just shy of the legal requirement to mount a takeover. It's a common practice whilst you gather the funds for the final push.
The beef is more to do with monopolies and Murdoch now owning large chunks of the western world's media.
But... Murdoch... is... gooood.
Submliminal... advertising... is... nothing... to... fear...
Must... consssume...
His next stop will be Virgin Media. It will be only a matter of time.
V
Quote from: uncle fester on 03 March, 2011, 09:07:11 AMThe beef is more to do with monopolies and Murdoch now owning large chunks of the western world's media.
The bigger they are...the harder they fall...
Mike Starr, Alice In Chains bassist.
44...
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-12686701
Quote from: uncle fester on 09 March, 2011, 01:17:41 PM
Mike Starr, Alice In Chains bassist.
44...
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-12686701
Fuck. I remember learning the basslines from 'Dirt' back in the day, he was a bit of a legend to me. After Staley that's extra shocking.
Quote from: uncle fester on 09 March, 2011, 01:17:41 PM
Mike Starr, Alice In Chains bassist.
Crikey. :(
I saw Alice In Chains back in '91 when he was in the band. They were support for Megadeth at Hammersmith. Only time I ever saw them, they were really good.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2011/mar/15/smiley-culture-dies-police-raid
The police watchdog is investigating the death of the British reggae star Smiley Culture, who has died during a Metropolitan police raid.
The 48-year-old singer, whose real name was David Emmanuel, appears to have died on Tuesday from a stab wound sustained as officers visited his house to make an arrest.
Sad news-be interesting to hear what went down
http://leejasper.blogspot.com/2011/03/mysterious-death-of-smiley-culture.html?spref=fb
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkIz3-8wRgo
Quote from: johnnystress on 15 March, 2011, 06:28:55 PM
http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2011/mar/15/smiley-culture-dies-police-raid
The police watchdog is investigating the death of the British reggae star Smiley Culture, who has died during a Metropolitan police raid.
The 48-year-old singer, whose real name was David Emmanuel, appears to have died on Tuesday from a stab wound sustained as officers visited his house to make an arrest.
Sad news-be interesting to hear what went down
http://leejasper.blogspot.com/2011/03/mysterious-death-of-smiley-culture.html?spref=fb
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkIz3-8wRgo
Shit that's sad - I've still got Police Officer on my i-pod. I doubt we'll ever get the full story, but we'll spend a shitload of money and several years to decide that nobody should be disciplined, and that lessons have been learned.
You can't just assume that it was the police fault. He may have ran at them with a knife and in the ensuing struggle he ended up dead.
V
Nate Dogg apparently. Not a fan as such, but 'Regulate' with Warren G is a stone cold classic.
bob greaves of granada tv fame he got molested by an elephant.
Quote from: mogzilla on 16 March, 2011, 05:44:59 PM
bob greaves of granada tv fame he got molested by an elephant.
I just googled the story with sosme amazement as I thought you were referring to the cause of death! A familiar face since childhood.
Terrible news about Smiley Culture.
Totally bizarre - it's not as if the police even carry knives.
I was just watching him the other day on BBC4. I fondly remember him on one of the Saturday morning shows as a kid: He was encouraging kids to come up with a rap for a competition, stressing how important it was to write with your own voice about your own life rather than copy others. It's a shame it wasn't advice heeded by others in the hip-hop industry.
Well, the Met police have to carry knives incase they miss their targets who 'look a bit funny' with all their bullets... they can then stab them in the eye, or the heart with it.
Michael Gough- Dr Who's Celestial Toymaker (who we were just remembering, sort of, on another thread. The Curse strikes again!) and Chancellor Hedin. Also Batman's butler Alfred, and of course Emerich Belasco in the absolutely bloody fantastic 1972 horror movie The legend Of Hell House- where he did nothing but sit dead in a chair, and yet still delivered one of the most frightening performances of all time.
SBT
Quote from: SmallBlueThing on 17 March, 2011, 11:15:18 AM
Michael Gough- Dr Who's Celestial Toymaker (who we were just remembering, sort of, on another thread. The Curse strikes again!) and Chancellor Hedin. Also Batman's butler Alfred, and of course Emerich Belasco in the absolutely bloody fantastic 1972 horror movie The legend Of Hell House- where he did nothing but sit dead in a chair, and yet still delivered one of the most frightening performances of all time.
SBT
...bugger.
A damn fine actor.
RIP Ferlin Husky
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQ4rvIdNAXM
and Jet Harris
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAUOnTaa_TE
:(
god damn it
:(
http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,,14925238,00.html
Johnny, you are the Deathbringer.
Thanks a lot Johnny.
sorry guys--im not going to be miserable alone
no sir
Elizabeth Taylor - 79
(http://blog.otherstories.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/E-Taylor-Movie-Star.jpg)
Fuckin' 'ell! (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/cricket/9433563.stm)
Quote from: The Cosh on 23 March, 2011, 01:43:07 PM
Fuckin' 'ell! (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/cricket/9433563.stm)
QuoteHe returned Test-best figures of 7-79
I'd like to have seen that!
RIP.
Blues legend Pinetop Perkins aged 97. There's precious few of the old delta bluesmen left now.
I tried to watch Who's Afraid of Virginia Wolfe a while back. Now I likme plays and the performances were powerful but the overlong overindulgent unrealistic rambling just made it unwatchable in the end and I gave up. The characters were so drunk it was hard to like any of them. Is it just me?
I know I'm several months late, but this post is for locustsofdeath. I am an old friend of Cass Rismiller's, who lost touch with her, and just found out about her passing yesterday, in the process of trying to get back in touch with her. I have, unfortunately, been unable to find out anything about the cause of her untimely death, and I was hoping you could shed some light on that, for me.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Fergus
PM'd you, Fergus.
Diana Wynne Jones. (http://www.leemac.freeserve.co.uk/)
Farley Granger - star of Rope and Strangers on a Train
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-12894264
Eddie Stobart
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cumbria-12923203
It wasn't just his trucks that were limited to 56 then!
Quote from: James Stacey on 31 March, 2011, 03:34:25 PM
Eddie Stobart
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cumbria-12923203
I was just about to post the news!!!
Quote from: Rog69 on 31 March, 2011, 06:06:30 PM
It wasn't just his trucks that were limited to 56 then!
:lol::thumbsup:
V
Tits-themed "newspapers" Daily Sport and Sunday Sport.
Thanks for all the sexism - now fuck off.
http://www.pressgazette.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=46915&c=1 (http://www.pressgazette.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=46915&c=1)
The WWII bomber on the moon has to be one of their best headlines.
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Quote from: Adrian Bamforth on 01 April, 2011, 05:43:00 PM
Tits-themed "newspapers" Daily Sport and Sunday Sport.
Thanks for all the sexism - now fuck off.
http://www.pressgazette.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=46915&c=1 (http://www.pressgazette.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=46915&c=1)
I still miss the little US-sized black and white porno comics they published back in the early to mid nineties. Available in normal newsagents, and chocka with hardcore smut. Marvellous.
SBT
Quote from: Adrian Bamforth on 01 April, 2011, 05:43:00 PM
Tits-themed "newspapers" Daily Sport and Sunday Sport.
Thanks for all the sexism - now fuck off.
http://www.pressgazette.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=46915&c=1 (http://www.pressgazette.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=46915&c=1)
awww, theres an elderly gentleman with special needs who i used to look after who will be gutted,he used to enjoy his trip out every day to get his paper and sit in his room flicking through the paper shouting "oooh ,tits!" every now and then
Quote from: Adrian Bamforth on 01 April, 2011, 05:43:00 PM
Thanks for all the sexism - now fuck off.
Wonderfully put.
In the early days of the internet my (late) cousin visited the Daily Sport website and for months after was embarrassed and traumatised by the amount of porno emails and virus pop-ups he got.
Fave recent media story: Denise Van Outen pulling out of long-agreed deal to present OK TV on 5, just days before the launch - the reason? She spent the morning with owner Richard Desmond!
Quote from: James Stacey on 31 March, 2011, 03:34:25 PM
Eddie Stobart
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cumbria-12923203
I like the fact that the firm had it's own fan club with over 25,000 members! :D
Used to work for a company that followed the Stobart idea of truck naming....unfortunatley when you name your trucks after people from Arthurian legend you are painting yourself into a corner a little :rolleyes:
Sidney Lumet who made one of my all time favourite films, Twelve Angry Men.
Also my horse in the Grand National that didn't even finish.
Angela Scoular - wife of Leslie Philips, but probably best known to the folk round here as the Bond girl who wrote her room number on George Lazenby's leg in On Her Majesty's Secret Service.
(http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g174/daveycandlish/article-1376148-00D2E48C00000190-334_468x299.jpg)
Had been suffering from depression and bowel cancer and decided to end her life by drinking a cocktail of toxic liquids. There's no nice way to go, but that sounds particularly horrible.
I've just been reading Leslie Philip's autobiography, and he was deeply in love with her. He's in his late 80s now - I think the grief may just finish him too. Just awful.
OH my gosh!
Elisabeth Sladen dies, aged 63
(http://www.bbc.co.uk/norfolk/content/images/2006/12/23/sja_soniclipstick_250_250x300.jpg)
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/s7/doctor-who/news/a315485/elisabeth-sladen-dies-aged-63.html (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/s7/doctor-who/news/a315485/elisabeth-sladen-dies-aged-63.html)
Just heard about it on the news. Very sad :(
Very sad indeed :(
Didn't see that one coming at all - ! How terribly sad :(
Gosh that's out of the blue. Sad news.
Fuck, that is tragic... :(
That's a shocker - very sad news...
Really shocked by the news,although I started watching Dr Who with Jo Grants last story Sarah Jane was my companion.
filip
Bloody Hell! Shocked by that one :o :(
That is a shock. I was just thinking the other day about the Sarah Jane adventures wondering if there'd been any new ones. (They seem to churn them out on a yearly basis.) I never knew she was sick.
Wow. Totally surprised on this one.
Wonder if they will write it into a future DR Who story?
Would be a good way to honour her memory.
V
She kept that very quiet. She looked great all the way.
Condolences.
I'd just picked up "Planet of the Spiders" as well, featuring commentary by Elisabeth Sladen and Nicholas Courtney.
Very surprised, and a little upset to hear the news.
awful news,she was my first companion.63 is way too soon.
Terrible news. Far too young, and as for how im going to tell the kids in the morning i have no idea.
SBT
Terrible news indeed. I've deleted a few sentences now trying to find something appropriate to say, but nothing quite seems right. My condolences and sympathies to all who knew her.
Oh no, that's just awful. I thought she was brilliant - she was my first Companion, her School Reunion episode was my favourite of the whole Tennant run, and the Sarah Jane Adventures were frequently better than the series they had spun off from. While it feels a bit trite, I too hope they find some way to mark her passing within the show - she was such a huge part of it for so long. How terribly sad.
She was my first companion, too - her and Harry in Genesis of the Daleks. We just watched the most recent Sarah Jane Adventures episode this past Friday. What a tragedy - she was so darn fun, and terrific in every episode.
Yeah to echo whats been said here. That came out the blue and is really sad. My first companion but its so great that she got to introduce the character that she is most famous for to a new generation.
Sad news.
Just heard about it on the news myself. It's such a shame.
I hope the BBC tag on an ' in memory of...' after this Saturdays Dr Who.
It would also be nice if they showed a classic repeat in tribute, or moved the 'final' series of sja (or however many episodes they completed) to a grown-up timeslot on bbc1. She deserves it acknowledged that those upset by her death are of all ages. I told my boys this morning, and they were visibly choked. Of course now they're bouncing around like nothing happened, but that's kids. We were due to watch the five doctors as the next in our nightly marathon... but i think i'll hold off on that, as it's no one's finest hour. It might be time to buy the seeds of doom after all.
SBT
Really, really shocked and appalled by this. Was in the middle of watching Planet Of The Spiders and now finding it hard to get through it
Quote from: Mangamax on 20 April, 2011, 10:21:35 AM
Really, really shocked and appalled by this. Was in the middle of watching Planet Of The Spiders and now finding it hard to get through it
Yeah, I was going to watch The Sontaran Experiment last night, and when I heard this news I was kind of glad I didn't. Forever after it would have been associated with finding out she had died.
Anyway, corny as it may be, I have found it hard to put into words how this has upset me. This is the best I can do for now: http://hiexcomics.blogspot.com/2011/04/elisabeth-sladen-rip.html
Quote from: strontium71 on 20 April, 2011, 09:28:06 AM
I hope the BBC tag on an ' in memory of...' after this Saturdays Dr Who.
I want to say they were already planning one for Nicholas Courtney; maybe they will revise it to tribute both him and Elisabeth.
This was so utterly unexpected and shocking that I checked several sites to see if it was true or not.
(There HAVE been rare examples of these being sick jokes.)
Regrettably its true.
Terribly sad news, I really enjoyed the Sarah Jane Adventures. She will be missed.
http://doctorwhotv.co.uk/my-sarah-jane-tribute-on-saturday-18483.htm
This is what we've got so far but there will be much much more, I'm sure.
Also - the ever-rambling Baker has some nice things to say
http://www.tom-baker.co.uk/pages/content/index.asp?PageID=159
oh, also this
http://twitter.com/#!/DWMtweets/statuses/60765509355978752
Sol Saks, the creator of Bewitched passed away from pneumonia aged 100
No disrespect intended, but Sol Saks sounds like a Thark from Barsoom.
John Sullivan creator & writer of "Only Fools & Horses" died aged64
Still not come to terms with Lis Sladen dying. Odd how much the death of someone you never met can affect you.
I recall earlier episodes without her, but only the Doctor, his earlier assistants I know better from reading about them or on DVD. I just remember he had different women with him, and the Brigadier. So though Spearhead from Space is my earliest recollection of the series Planet of the Spiders is the earliest one I remember actual assistants.
Mark Gatiss sent out a link on Twitter that was poignant http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thjWMWzUa30&feature=related
And a reminder, there is a tribute to her on CBBC (18:45 CBBC) tonight after Dr Who (18:00 BBC1)
Poly Styrene of the wonderful X Ray Spex :(
Gutted
Ted Lowe
http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/01052011/58/ted-lowe-dies-aged-90.html
Professor Richard Holmes...
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-13251220 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-13251220)
Bloody shame.
Sir Henry cooper
A very sad day for British boxing RIP Sir Henry.
I guess I must be getting old because one by one all my heroes are dying.
I know!
And I guess I'm getting old when I see people dying under 80 and I'm thinking, 'That's no age to go.'
Can it be true, Bin Laden is dead. It's all over the net, saying that the US President is about to make a statement!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 02 May, 2011, 04:02:21 AM
Can it be true, Bin Laden is dead. It's all over the net, saying that the US President is about to make a statement!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnbR9wDz9QA
Fuck, yeah!!
It's not a Dr Doom style robot double? ;)
Trouble is , this topic is for RIPs - he certaintly shouldn't be allowed to , that's for sure.
Quote from: strontium71 on 02 May, 2011, 10:58:04 AM
Trouble is , this topic is for RIPs - he certaintly shouldn't be allowed to , that's for sure.
Maybe the 'P' in his case stands for 'pieces'.
Maybe that's cold of me. He may have had it coming, but I'm sure some of his family members were good people.
I bet Osama started to resent the high pressure tactics of the timeshare apartment salesman...
Actually, I apologise for my stupid comment. I think his death is a step in the right direction in the war against terror, but my comment was flippant and cheap. Someone did die, regardless of how deserving.
Quote from: Mardroid on 02 May, 2011, 06:30:11 PM
Actually, I apologise for my stupid comment. I think his death is a step in the right direction in the war against terror
So when do they get to finally beat 'terror' itself and how?
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 02 May, 2011, 06:32:48 PM
Quote from: Mardroid on 02 May, 2011, 06:30:11 PM
Actually, I apologise for my stupid comment. I think his death is a step in the right direction in the war against terror
So when do they get to finally beat 'terror' itself and how?
When there is no longer a need for oil. Perhaps when blood becomes more expensive than oil.
Unfortunately, the ability to get cheap oil will be cut short before we reach the point of not needing it.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 02 May, 2011, 06:32:48 PM
Quote from: Mardroid on 02 May, 2011, 06:30:11 PM
Actually, I apologise for my stupid comment. I think his death is a step in the right direction in the war against terror
So when do they get to finally beat 'terror' itself and how?
I said '
a step in the right direction'. (My main emphasis was meant to be the other stuff said in my post, but anyhow...)
I don't disagree with you though. I think it WILL be defeated but it will be a long time yet. There are plenty more steps to go. It could be that things get worse before they get better (i.e. vengeance, etc.) but then they may not. Taking out a figurehead in the mean time can't be a bad thing even if just giving some closure to the victims is concerned. And hopefully it will throw Al Quaeda in some disarray in the meantime before they regroup.
Anyway, my last comment on this here, there being another thread dealing with this.
Quote from: Mardroid on 02 May, 2011, 07:12:54 PMI think it WILL be defeated but it will be a long time yet. There are plenty more steps to go.
So what is 'it' and how can you declare war on a vague concept of an enemy, one man's terror is another man's...___? and is 'state terrorism' included in this 'terror' concept ala drone bombings, depleted uranium, Abu Ghraib, Guantanamo, arms industry etc.?
Winning is never the objective when the objective is totally, utterly vague and can be twisted to meet whatever criteria suits the 'business' or war, which is what it is, it's not a 'policing' operation, it's a war where thousands of innocents die and for what, who gains?
It's attitudes like that that are making it harder to defeat terror.
He's right, though.
Quote from: Jared Katooie on 02 May, 2011, 07:39:26 PM
It's attitudes like that that are making it harder to defeat terror.
When the 'good guys' use as much terror as the 'enemy' is there any difference anymore, ask an Afghani or an Iraqi who the enemy is?
As I was saying, you can't beat 'terror', it's an idea and shouldn't be used as a war objective. People do bad things, invading their countries and killing thousands doesn't work. You can't wage a war against it, Nothern Ireland is enough proof of violence not being a godd solution to violence.
The boards terror levels just went up 4.3%.
Nice going.
Great Caesar's Ghost!
Jackie Cooper...
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/mobile/world-us-canada-13289677 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/mobile/world-us-canada-13289677)
Claude "Chuckles" Choules (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-13289607). The last WWI combat veteran, apparently.
It's interesting and a little humbling the way that the First World War has passed from living memory to recorded history in our lifetime. When I was a kid, and I assume the same is true for most of you, there were various people I knew who had lived through it. My gran (okay, she was five when it started, but it still counts), various older relatives and family friends. Not that I ever spoke to any of them about it, but I was certainly aware of it.
I remember just before he buggered off, DXB started a thread on a very similar topic, saying he was working on some project connected to it. Anyone know if anything ever came of this?
Quote from: klute on 01 May, 2011, 09:11:26 PM
Sir Henry cooper
Quote from: Nap Normal on 01 May, 2011, 09:45:01 PM
A very sad day for British boxing RIP Sir Henry.
I guess I must be getting old because one by one all my heroes are dying.
I've just found out that Henry Coper was a dedicated anti-racist campaigner and co-founder of the Anti-Nazi League. I already liked him, but he's gone uip even more in my estimation. I'm surprised I hadn't heard this before.
Splash it all over!
That was your catchphrase
(c) E J Thribb
Oliver Elmes, the man who designed the Seventh Doctor's title sequence, has died
QuoteI've just found out that Henry Coper was a dedicated anti-racist campaigner and co-founder of the Anti-Nazi League. I already liked him, but he's gone uip even more in my estimation. I'm surprised I hadn't heard this before
.
I never knew that. What a legend!
Seve Ballesteros, 54.
Is it just me or are people shuffling off long before their time?
That is very early, very sad.
Grudspeed Seve. Apparently, once, when asked why he hadn't reported the theft of his wife's credit cards earlier, he replied "the person that's stolen them is spending less than my wife". What a guy, sadly missed.
He's buying a fairrway to heaven now
A sad loss. I present this in tribute...
Quotehttp://www.video.monkeymag.co.uk/video/iLyROoafYMN4.html
John Walker of The Walker Brothers, aged 67.
His 'sun ain't gonna shine anymore'
RIP my 4000th post. Passed me by without a thought.
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Quote from: vzzbux on 11 May, 2011, 09:47:16 PM
RIP my 4000th post. Passed me by without a thought.
4001 & 4002 have passed as well. What a difficult year for you V. You are holding up well, mate... ;)
Actress Mia Amber Davis has died suddenly following a routine operation on her knee!
She was only 36 :o
Just popped up on the net and even though I had never really heard of her, at that age, very sad!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 12 May, 2011, 04:53:12 PM
Actress Mia Amber Davis has died suddenly following a routine operation on her knee!
She was only 36 :o
Just popped up on the net and even though I had never really heard of her, at that age, very sad!
maybe you did in Road Trip film?
(http://www.cinema.com/image_lib/3948_miaamberdavis.jpg)
Quote from: Goaty on 12 May, 2011, 05:08:59 PM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 12 May, 2011, 04:53:12 PM
Actress Mia Amber Davis has died suddenly following a routine operation on her knee!
She was only 36 :o
Just popped up on the net and even though I had never really heard of her, at that age, very sad!
maybe you did in Road Trip film?
(http://www.cinema.com/image_lib/3948_miaamberdavis.jpg)
Sad news :(
Belated, yes. But seeing as no one else has mentioned it . . . "Big" George Webley.
Have I Got Old News For You (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-13327591)
yup, bbc london's doing a archive and remberence? show sunday re. big george - loved his shows
Carlos Trillo passed away while in London recently. Not that well known over here in the English speaking world, he was a major figure in comics in South America & Europe. RIP.
Edward Hardwicke. He was a fine Dr. Watson to Jeremy Brett's Sherlock Holmes.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-13440207
Quote from: Albion on 18 May, 2011, 01:46:43 PM
Edward Hardwicke. He was a fine Dr. Watson to Jeremy Brett's Sherlock Holmes.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-13440207
I had no idea he was that old...
He was a great Watson to a great Holmes... I don't think there is a better adaptation of the books than that series.
Macho Man Randy Savage apparently - car crash, aged 58.
(http://media.moddb.com/images/downloads/1/14/13531/img_151291_1.jpg)
Quote from: radiator on 20 May, 2011, 06:23:56 PM
Macho Man Randy Savage apparently - car crash, aged 58.
(http://media.moddb.com/images/downloads/1/14/13531/img_151291_1.jpg)
:(
RIP Randy, another of the wrestling greats from my youth gone. Sad news.
Quote from: Something Fishy on 20 May, 2011, 07:08:36 PM
RIP Randy, another of the wrestling greats from my youth gone. Sad news.
Long gone are those days :(
Ah fuck. I've no time for wrestling these days, but back in the late '80s Randy Savage was the main event in our house. What a shame. 'Course, maybe he was just the only one that got taken up in the Rapture.
I've no time for wrestling either. See that fella, he had more character in his little finger than the entire current roster. Best stage name ever. Made me smile every time, especially since the yanks were seemingly oblivious to its connotations.
Shame, I heard this earlier on Twitter but not the cause. At 58 he wasn't actually as old as I thought he was... Which could mean that I'm getting old of course.
Aw hell not Randy!
RIP The Macho Man.....ooohhhhhhhhh yeeeaahhhh!
Archetype Aussie Bloke...Bill Hunter.
He was BoneSaw in Spiderman.
'BoneSaw is Readyy!'
Not for the great leveller sadly.
Quote from: Orlok on 22 May, 2011, 11:44:50 AM
Archetype Aussie Bloke...Bill Hunter.
Gutted.
I was always amazed how he managed to be in Muriel's Wedding, The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert
and Strictly Ballroom. But when you see him in them you know why.
As a huge fan of Strictly Ballroom I will raise a glass to him on Friday and state
"There are no new steps!".
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-13488200 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-13488200)
Suzanne Mizzi, aged 43 from cancer. All of us of a certain age will remember her quite well.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 25 May, 2011, 07:33:14 AM
Suzanne Mizzi, aged 43 from cancer. All of us of a certain age will remember her quite well.
Indeed I do 8-?
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 25 May, 2011, 07:33:14 AM
Suzanne Mizzi, aged 43 from cancer. All of us of a certain age will remember her quite well.
That's very sad, two young kids have lost their Mum. Looks like she had a good life and career beyond Page 3.
http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/features/3598763/Farewell-to-Page-3s-Suzanne-Mizzi.html
Jeff Conaway of Grease, Taxi and Babylon 5.
He got in coma by drug overdose, but now sadly braindead. :-(
(http://www.iconsf.org/archive/icon22/images/conaway2.jpg)
Heard about that online, shame to lose such a great guy!!!
Quote from: Goaty on 27 May, 2011, 12:17:02 AM
Jeff Conaway of Grease, Taxi and Babylon 5.
A real shame, he played some great characters - his Zack Allen in B5 was terrific. So many of that cast gone so young.
Holy crap, that is a shock.
Now Jeff Conaway passed away, 60... so young :-(
Janet(Margaret Thatcher)Brown. A staple of 70's and 80's impression shows.
Just read that about Janet Brown - didn't know she was 87, mind. Didn't realise she was that old!
I know. I didn't either. That puts her in her mid fifties back when we used to watch her.Probably on Blankety Blank or something.
Janet Brown's a shame.
More saddened by the passing of Leonora Carrington (http://www.guardian.co.uk/artanddesign/2011/may/26/leonora-carrington-obituary?INTCMP=SRCH), the last of the real surrealists. What a life.
Bless all.
Suzanne Mizzi was a right pretty thing.
Sad about Jeff Conaway. Wasn't a huge Babylon 5 fan, but he did pull a knife on Noel Gallagher once and later lamented that it was only because he didn't have an axe with him.
Also played a character that lent his name to sadly missed - by me, anyway - pop-punkers Kenickie.
The whole knife/Gallagher thing moves him up a few notches in my book
Quote from: Dandontdare on 28 May, 2011, 12:05:15 AM
More saddened by the passing of Leonora Carrington (http://www.guardian.co.uk/artanddesign/2011/may/26/leonora-carrington-obituary?INTCMP=SRCH), the last of the real surrealists. What a life.
Wow. Thanks for posting that. That was some life. I especially liked this bit....
"The Carringtons, anxious about their daughter's wanderings across war-torn Europe, took the exotic step of sending her nanny to Spain in a submarine."
Ahh crap. Gil Scott-Heron (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-13582880) at the age of 62. Finally lost the battle with his personal demons it would seem. Gutted.
Just heard about GSH. I first came across him at Glastonbury in 1986, hadn't heard of him before but he blew us all away. Sample here (http://neverenoughrhodes.blogspot.com/2010/02/gil-scott-heron-live-at-glastonbury.html)
Such a shame - I assumed Gil was way older. Conversely, I thought Janet Brown was way younger until she appeared in the excellent BBC4 documentary The Story of Variety talking about the Variety Theatre days.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 27 May, 2011, 09:18:02 PM
Just read that about Janet Brown - didn't know she was 87, mind. Didn't realise she was that old!
87? Well done her!
General Gen Mohammad Daud Daud, police commander for northern Afghanistan. I'm afraid I kniow very little about this controversial figure, but could he look any more like a Star Trek villain?
(http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/51475000/jpg/_51475417_bilal3.jpg)
The chainmail seat covers are ....interesting.
Aw no! Jonathan Ross' dog Mr Pickles. A sad day indeed.
James Arness -The actor in Gunsmoke and who played the murderous, blood drinking Alien in the The Thing from another world.
Martin Rushent. I used to love the Human League, me. :(
One of our pupils, a girl with special needs who was just 13 ,died suddenly in half term :( daft thing is she wasnt on our "most likely list" and we still dont know the circumstances due to a failure to observe procedure by both the police and ambulance crew resulting in a massive safeguarding op which required me to individually photo copy every single bit of paper in her medical notes and as the file was roughly 5-6 inches thick... tragic,as it always is with kids..
poor thing. very sad
Work colleague killed tragically at the weekend. None of the emoticons do it justice.
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10730870 (http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10730870)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-13693811?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
RIP George and Zippy
Orlok - condolences, that's tragic - a mother of two just gone in an instant.
And Roy Skelton - that's sad. He was the voice of the Daleks for decades.
Quote from: johnnystress on 08 June, 2011, 12:08:27 PM
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-13693811?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
RIP George and Zippy
RIP Roy Skelton indeed. Not only was he the voices, he was also the writer of this:
http://www.myspace.com/video/lukeeey-x/naughty-rainbow/2734523 (http://www.myspace.com/video/lukeeey-x/naughty-rainbow/2734523)
Quote from: Pete Wells on 05 June, 2011, 03:54:37 PM
Aw no! Jonathan Ross' dog Mr Pickles. A sad day indeed.
I've been trying to hide this news from my girlfriend, she'll be broken.
Quote from: Keef Monkey on 08 June, 2011, 05:42:54 PM
Quote from: Pete Wells on 05 June, 2011, 03:54:37 PM
Aw no! Jonathan Ross' dog Mr Pickles. A sad day indeed.
I've been trying to hide this news from my girlfriend, she'll be broken.
Not wanting to sound callous here, but WTF? Has it come to this? That the pet of a celebrity dying is somehow news?
To a girl who has an obsession with pugs and practically weeps with joy whenever she so much as sees one, yup! To the rest of the world, no, it really shouldn't be.
EDIT: Mind you, the dog was on his show a few times, so it's kind of a celebrity.
Quote from: Keef Monkey on 08 June, 2011, 06:59:16 PM
To a girl who has an obsession with pugs and practically weeps with joy whenever she so much as sees one, yup! To the rest of the world, no, it really shouldn't be.
EDIT: Mind you, the dog was on his show a few times, so it's kind of a celebrity.
I wasn't talking about your girlfriend's response (I get how animal lovers are...)- just wondering why this was news worthy!
I think the circumstances are what's led to it being so widely reported. Ross was in the middle of filming a documentary in which the dog was to appear when it died, on a train, in Russia.
Sad news on Roy Skelton.
RIP Indeed.
I loved that show as a kid, as did many of us back then.
RIP Clarence Clemons
http://www.upi.com/Entertainment_News/2011/06/18/Clarence-Clemons-E-Street-Big-Man-dies/UPI-18371308452308/
Quote from: johnnystress on 19 June, 2011, 09:05:28 AM
RIP Clarence Clemons
http://www.upi.com/Entertainment_News/2011/06/18/Clarence-Clemons-E-Street-Big-Man-dies/UPI-18371308452308/
Oh fuck no...
Brian Haw - Anti-war protestor.
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/news/protester-became-activists-hero-2299838.html (http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/news/protester-became-activists-hero-2299838.html)
'Jackass' star Ryan Dunn dies in car crash
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a325848/jackass-star-ryan-dunn-dies-in-car-crash.html (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a325848/jackass-star-ryan-dunn-dies-in-car-crash.html)
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 19 June, 2011, 02:31:09 PM
Brian Haw - Anti-war protestor.
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/news/protester-became-activists-hero-2299838.html (http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/news/protester-became-activists-hero-2299838.html)
That's a shame, he was a man of principle who put his money where his mouth was and proved an incessant pain in the arse for the government. They even passed whole new law purely to get rid of him - but forgot to backdate it so the courst decreed that it could only be applied to
new protests, not him - that made me laugh loud and long!
Simon Brint one half of musical duo Raw Sex aged61
I only just heard that Andrew Gold has died at 59. RIP.
Quote from: Goaty on 20 June, 2011, 04:51:31 PM
'Jackass' star Ryan Dunn dies in car crash
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a325848/jackass-star-ryan-dunn-dies-in-car-crash.html (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/news/a325848/jackass-star-ryan-dunn-dies-in-car-crash.html)
Weird:
QuoteDunn also starred in the yet-to-be-released film "Living Will." The film's website describes Dunn's character as a "party bum slacker (who) returns from the dead as a mischievous and perverted ghost."
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110622/ap_on_en_tv/us_ryan_dunn
There are suggestions he faked his death as a publicity stunt:
http://dailylocal.com/articles/2011/06/21/news/doc4e013006793f0181256789.txt
http://technolog.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/06/21/6908769-is-ryan-dunns-death-the-most-elaborate-jackass-prank-ever
http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/166613/20110621/mtv-jackass-star-ryan-dunn-death-prank-porsche-911-burnt-tattoos-charred-body-hoax-reality-tv-hoax-r.htm
Seems unlikely but still..
There's rumours he faked his life...
Quote from: Emperor on 22 June, 2011, 11:19:05 PM
There are suggestions he faked his death as a publicity stunt:
Seems unlikely but still..
I hope the suggestions are wrong.
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 23 June, 2011, 01:10:10 AM
Quote from: Emperor on 22 June, 2011, 11:19:05 PM
There are suggestions he faked his death as a publicity stunt:
Seems unlikely but still..
I hope the suggestions are wrong.
Really? It'd be shitty, shitty thing to do, but surely better than two men
actually being dead?
Two in one.
Doug Hutchinson's credibility and Courtney Stodden's virginity. :o
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2006574/Courtney-Alexis-Stodden-photos-Doug-Hutchisons-bride-good-Christian-girl.html?ito=feeds-newsxml (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2006574/Courtney-Alexis-Stodden-photos-Doug-Hutchisons-bride-good-Christian-girl.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)
That is some seriously fucked up shit right there.
QuoteThat is some seriously fucked up shit right there.
Couldn't have put it better myself.
Quote from: TordelBack on 23 June, 2011, 06:41:23 AM
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 23 June, 2011, 01:10:10 AM
Quote from: Emperor on 22 June, 2011, 11:19:05 PM
There are suggestions he faked his death as a publicity stunt:
Seems unlikely but still..
I hope the suggestions are wrong.
Really? It'd be shitty, shitty thing to do, but surely better than two men actually being dead?
Ryan Dunn was apparently over twice the limit of intoxication from alcohol and so you can presume that he was driving erraticly and over the speed limit and the passenger chose to get in the car with someone who was over the limit so i dont really have any sympathy for them if its true but its fortunate they didnt injure or kill anyone else on the road like so many over the limit drivers do.
Apparently Ryan Dunn had collected 23 driving convictions and was driving at 130mph at the time of the carcrash.
i dont like Jackass either.Dickheads.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 23 June, 2011, 09:04:05 AM
QuoteThat is some seriously fucked up shit right there.
Couldn't have put it better myself.
Although I am unsure why it is in RIPs.
Tomb of Dracula artist Gene Colan
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/06/24/legendary-comic-book-artist-gene-colan-has-died/
that is awful news, I grew up on Tomb of Dracula,will probably spend the weekend re-reading a few.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 19 June, 2011, 09:47:09 AM
Quote from: johnnystress on 19 June, 2011, 09:05:28 AM
RIP Clarence Clemons
http://www.upi.com/Entertainment_News/2011/06/18/Clarence-Clemons-E-Street-Big-Man-dies/UPI-18371308452308/
Oh fuck no...
See now, I'd never even heard of this guy and was sadder to hear that Mr Pickles had carked it.
:|
Quote from: Matt Timson on 24 June, 2011, 11:49:35 AM
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 19 June, 2011, 09:47:09 AM
Quote from: johnnystress on 19 June, 2011, 09:05:28 AM
RIP Clarence Clemons
http://www.upi.com/Entertainment_News/2011/06/18/Clarence-Clemons-E-Street-Big-Man-dies/UPI-18371308452308/
Oh fuck no...
See now, I'd never even heard of this guy and was sadder to hear that Mr Pickles had carked it.
:|
Strange, innit?
I actually cried when I heard Clarence had died...
So Long Gene. Always my definitive Daredevil artist and iirc the first artist to have a title printed directly from his pencils.
Has anyone mentioned Peter Falk
No more ... And another thing :(
Sad to hear of the passing of two greats in Peter Falk and Gene Colan.
Was really shocked to hear that The Big Man had passed when I read it earlier in the week. Always had a massive soft spot for the Bruce and the E-Street Band, particularly the criminally under-rated first couple of records (and Born to Run but that's hardly under-rated!)
These two, Gene Colan and the great Peter Falk deserve a toast.
Absolutely Krombasher! Gene Colan and Peter Falk. Ladies and gentlemen raise your glasses...to absent friends. :(
SAD news indeed, RIP.
Peter Falk
(http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd359/anaconda888/falk.jpg)
Gutted
But there;s just one thing I don't understand.....
Peter Falk???
Oh, that's upset me for the rest of the day now.
I want confirmation that Grant Goggans is still alive -he had that profile pic for so long I tend to think of them as the same person!
Peter Falk......guess that 1 last question will have to wait...
I'm still here. Bummed, but still here.
QuoteBummed
It's not all bad, then!
Oh dear, let me send my dearest commiserations to his family. Er, has anyone got a pencil?
Well, that's your definition of a double whammy right there.
I knew Peter Falk was getting on in years, and hadn't enjoyed good health, but it was still a shock to hear he's gone.
And Gene Colan... that upsets me in ways I can't articulate.
A Falkin' shame.
Really sad to hear about Peter Falk. I grew up with Columbo and still enjoy watching it today.
Now that he's gone, I dread Hollywood shoving someone like Rich Hall* in a shabby Mac and re-imagining the whole thing.
*Actually, thinking about it, Rich Hall probably wouldn't be so bad - but they'll probably use Owen Wazzock Wilson, Ben Bloody Stiller or some talentless flavour of the month nobody.
Just found out today that Seth putnam from anal cunt died of a heart attack earlier in the month
Ah, Seth... responsible for the best song titles ever written. My favourites included 'Living Colour Is My Favourite Black Metal Band', 'I Liked Earache Better When Dig Answered The Phone', and 'Benchpressing Effects On Kevin Sharp's Vocals'. And of course 'No, We Don't Want to Do a Split Seven Inch With Your Stupid Fucking Band'. What a guy.
We'll always have that infamous sex/drugs/rock 'n roll photo to remember him by...of which I will not post a link to.
Christopher Shale, chairman of West Oxfordshire Conservative Association, found dead at Glastonbury Festival, in a toilet...
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-13918856 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-13918856)
...and U2 headlining on the Friday night.
(I knew Glastonbury wasn't cool any more)
In related news, from today's Mail on Sunday:
"'There's no reason to join West Oxfordshire Conservative Association. Lots of reasons not to... collectively we are not always an appealing proposition... Over the years we have come across as graceless, voracious, crass, always on the take... people don't join because they think we'll beg and steal from them. And they're right."
- Christopher Shale, chairman of West Oxfordshire Conservative Association (fundraising strategy document).
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-2008127/JAMES-FORSYTH-Theres-reason-join-Tories-Weve-come-voracious-crass--Who-says-Daves-constituency-chairman.html?ito=feeds-newsxml (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-2008127/JAMES-FORSYTH-Theres-reason-join-Tories-Weve-come-voracious-crass--Who-says-Daves-constituency-chairman.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)
Woah, poor sod, that's some unfortunate synchronicity... and lo, a thousand conspicracy theories lateral-thinking analyses were born.
If it's good enough for Elvis (not the Glastonbury bit).
Quote from: House of Usher on 26 June, 2011, 04:24:03 PM
...and U2 headlining on the Friday night.
(I knew Glastonbury wasn't cool any more)
...watched by Wayne Rooney to boot. I always wanted to make a return until I heard that!
Quote from: House of Usher on 26 June, 2011, 04:24:03 PM
Christopher Shale, chairman of West Oxfordshire Conservative Association, found dead at Glastonbury Festival, in a toilet...
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-13918856 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-13918856)
...and U2 headlining on the Friday night.
(I knew Glastonbury wasn't cool any more)
You are right there.I wouldnt ever go to Glastonbury again and the last time i went there was in 1995or possibly 1997*.Its become a cliche now plus the hassle of tickets.Also headlining was Beyonce :lol: :sick:** and celebs with their little VIP enclosure.Rubbish.
*That was the time when i left a Tag Heuer watch behind by a water tap which was an expensive mistake.
**What a joke that is !!
I remember when it was all just fields.
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 27 June, 2011, 06:16:59 PM*That was the time when i left a Tag Heuer watch behind by a water tap which was an expensive mistake.
When
Tag Heurs started turning up at Glasto, you knew it's days were numbered...then U2 played.
I hope he didn't watch U2. I'd hate to think the guy went out suffering.
Not exactly a celebrity, but topical down here in Mordor...
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/health/news/article.cfm?c_id=204&objectid=10733648 (http://www.nzherald.co.nz/health/news/article.cfm?c_id=204&objectid=10733648)
As an Athiest this confirms my belief that there is just random chance and fate for all of us and poor Aria was dealt a very poor hand.
Amazingly Chris Moyles hasn't been. Go figure.
As a lapsed Catholic this only goes to prove that the God I once would have been a sadistic bellend by giving her not one but two incurable diseases.
Quote from: Orlok on 28 June, 2011, 07:26:23 AM
As an Athiest this confirms my belief that there is just random chance and fate for all of us and poor Aria was dealt a very poor hand.
That's a grim story, you can certainly see the comfort of a religious belief in that terrible situation - but as Orlok says, there's the flipside too.
Quote from: Orlok on 28 June, 2011, 07:26:23 AM
Not exactly a celebrity, but topical down here in Mordor...
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/health/news/article.cfm?c_id=204&objectid=10733648 (http://www.nzherald.co.nz/health/news/article.cfm?c_id=204&objectid=10733648)
.
I am normally a black hearted bastard but that brought a tear to my eye.
As a close friend of mine has a young daughter fighting with leukaemia and is in desperate need of matching donors before the year is out I suppose it will strike home.
http://www.2000adonline.com/forum/index.php/topic,31753.msg580029.html#msg580029
Go on be a hero.
V
David Dunseith. Genuine loss. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-13985089
News of the World!
Get in!
As pleased as I am to see the back of that particular pile of shite, it will just resurface as The Sun on Sunday >:(
Has anyone mentioned Anna Massey's passing yet? 73 but I thought she was a lot older than that - she just had an older face, I guess
Quote from: Goaty on 07 July, 2011, 05:00:59 PM
News of the World!
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
Its good to have some good news for once.One down - more to go............
Think of all those trees that will be saved.
Clearly Murdoch is simply taking a leaf out of DC Comics's book... it'll be relaunched with a new #1 and a suitably vague connection to previous continuity. And v-necks. ;)
While this seems like good news its worth remember you can take this a different way.
The 'News of the World' is staff by a load of innocent hard working people who had nowt to do with the terrible things they've done. They've been sacrificed (though of course they may be re-hired when the News of the Sun, or the Sun of the World whatever gets launched soon) to try to save the jobs of the few high powered people responsible...
...hmmm loads of people who had nowt to do with events losing their jobs, while those responsible at the top get away with only a blemish on their reputations. Why does that ring so many bells????
Betty Ford.
(http://i.usatoday.net/communitymanager/_photos/on-politics/2011/07/08/bettyford%20x-inset-community.jpg)
Former first lady Betty Ford, widow of former president Gerald Ford and the founder of a noted substance abuse clinic, has died. She was 93.
(http://i.usatoday.net/communitymanager/_photos/on-politics/2011/07/08/bettyford%20x-inset-community.jpg)
Looks like she needs a drink...
...and a coffin.
My girlfriend's mum, who - after everything - turned out to be a nice lady in the end. Take it easy, Lynn.
Sorry to hear that NB- dying sometimes brings out the best in people.
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 07 July, 2011, 09:55:37 PM
Quote from: Goaty on 07 July, 2011, 05:00:59 PM
News of the World!
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
Its good to have some good news for once.One down - more to go............
Think of all those trees that will be saved.
Sensitive.
It's none too bright an attitude for right-wing extremists like you, though, Peter. Usually, national newspapers are the only forum where anyone takes you seriously.
- Trout
Quote from: King Trout on 10 July, 2011, 12:57:13 AM
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 07 July, 2011, 09:55:37 PM
Quote from: Goaty on 07 July, 2011, 05:00:59 PM
News of the World!
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
Its good to have some good news for once.One down - more to go............
Think of all those trees that will be saved.
Sensitive.
It's none too bright an attitude for right-wing extremists like you, though, Peter. Usually, national newspapers are the only forum where anyone takes you seriously.
- Trout
See my reply to you elsewhere in a more appropriate place than an obitury thread for reasons that ought to be obvious.
Ex-Motorhead guitarist Wurzel. :(
http://www.crawdaddy.com/index.php/2011/07/09/michael-wurzel-burston-1949-2011/
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 10 July, 2011, 12:40:30 AM
Sorry to hear that NB- dying sometimes brings out the best in people.
Nah, she did that for herself months ago. For most of the time I knew her, she was mired in depression and a serious alcohol problem, which made her an erratic and often highly unpleasant person to be around. If I'm honest, at that point, I'd have been happy to see the back of her. Not something I'm especially proud of in hindsight.
Happily for her and her family, she turned herself around in February and just quit drinking
and smoking. From that point, she was like a completely different person. Anyway, I'm waffling and at risk of derailing the thread with mawkish piffle, so I'll stop here. I'm just glad Jen got her mum back, even if it was only for a few months.
Also: aw, no - Würzel? I liked him...
Quote from: Noisybast on 10 July, 2011, 01:11:31 PM
If I'm honest, at that point, I'd have been happy to see the back of her. Not something I'm especially proud of in hindsight.
It was probably something that was understandable at that point in time so you shouldnt feel bad about it
Derailing the RIP thread with "mawkish piffle"? Getting it back on track, you mean. Sorry to hear your news NB, but so much better that there were at least some positive times to be had in the past while.
My sympathies, NB.
RIP Würzel.
V
Just wanted to add my best wishes NB - it's a rough thing to be on the 'outside' of that thing so to speak, seeing and dealing with the impact alcoholism has on families and loved ones. Take care and hope it gets easier sooner.
M.
Dang it. My condolences to you and your lass, NoisyBast. Truly sorry for your loss.
Actress Googie Withers, aged 94. Best known for staring in Hitchcock's The Lady Vanishes
Lucian Freud. Love his stuff.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-14243713
Bloody hell! Amy Winehouse found dead! She only 27!
Quote from: Goaty on 23 July, 2011, 05:28:24 PM
Bloody hell! Amy Winehouse found dead! She only 27!
Surprised it hadn't happened sooner tbh r.i.p
I haven't switched on the telly yet or read a paper*, but if true that's a bit of a shock, if not entirely a surprise.
*I did Google, but there's little about it, which isn't really a surprise if she hasn't long been found. Her death date has already been put in her Wikipedia article though.
Daily Mail have it (Fucking Leeches)
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2018020/Amy-Winehouse-dead--Found-dead-London-flat.html
V
And now she will forever be connected to the 27 club
Its the fact that they report that her father doesn't know yet.
V
Quote from: klute on 23 July, 2011, 06:30:08 PM
And now she will forever be connected to the 27 club
I'm sure there's plenty of un-famous people who are musicians/do drugs and die at 27 every year and at every other age too.
Quote from: vzzbux on 23 July, 2011, 06:34:45 PM
Its the fact that they report that her father doesn't know yet.
V
Im sure he will as soon as he land's....... sadly a rather nasty surprise waiting for him at the airport :(
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 23 July, 2011, 07:12:13 PM
Quote from: klute on 23 July, 2011, 06:30:08 PM
And now she will forever be connected to the 27 club
I'm sure there's plenty of un-famous people who are musicians/do drugs and die at 27 every year and at every other age too.
Im sure there is unfortunately. Though not the people that the media focus on hyping up the mythology of "The 27 Club"
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 23 July, 2011, 07:12:13 PM
Quote from: klute on 23 July, 2011, 06:30:08 PM
And now she will forever be connected to the 27 club
I'm sure there's plenty of un-famous people who are musicians/do drugs and die at 27 every year and at every other age too.
But are they "cool", Joe?
RIP Amy, in any case. I don't have a bad word to say about the girl, now that I might be banished to hell for it.
Sad end to a young life.
Martin Skidmore - one of the great believers in UK comics.
http://forbiddenplanet.co.uk/blog/2011/sad-news-from-fa-online-martin-skidmore/ (http://forbiddenplanet.co.uk/blog/2011/sad-news-from-fa-online-martin-skidmore/)
FA was always such a great read and Trident a great attempt at producing some good UK comics.
Sad news indeed. Back in the Day I sent Martin art samples and he was very polite in telling me what I needed to hear...
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 28 July, 2011, 01:33:48 PM
Sad news indeed. Back in the Day I sent Martin art samples and he was very polite in telling me what I needed to hear...
Likewise, I remember sending samples to Martin at Trident when I was 16 or so, and he wrote back the longest, nicest, most constructive rejection letter I've ever had to this day.
Very sad news.
I'm racking my brains about it, but I don't think Martin and I ever crossed paths. He did some great work as editor of the Trident line - Saviour and St. Swithin's Day stand out in particular.
Unfortunately, Trident was part of Neptune Distributors, who launched Toxic, and the failure of Toxic took down the entire Neptune operation.
(http://graphjam.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/funny-graphs-public-interest-in-the-lives-of-celebrities.png)
;)
RIP Hightower aka Bubba Smith
(http://popdose.com/wp-content/uploads/hightower.PNG)
Quote from: Goaty on 04 August, 2011, 09:19:03 AM
RIP Hightower aka Bubba Smith
(http://popdose.com/wp-content/uploads/hightower.PNG)
Sad news to be waking up to this morning :(
Cha Cha of Grease, passed away aged 63, cancer :-(
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Robert Robinson who died on August 12 aged 83, was a broadcaster and writer best known as the wordy and erudite chairman of such popular television parlour games as Call My Bluff and Ask the Family and of the long-running radio quiz Brain of Britain.
He's bluffing.
Would that he were... or possibly was...
168 Children. (http://www.channel4.com/news/study-reveals-168-child-deaths-in-pakistan-drone-war)
Classic 'Euro' artist and so much more besides, F Solano Lopez has drawn his last full cheeked maiden. Genuinely sad news.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Francisco_Solano_L%C3%B3pez_%28comics%29 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Francisco_Solano_L%C3%B3pez_%28comics%29)
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/08/14/francisco-solano-lopez-rip/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/08/14/francisco-solano-lopez-rip/)
Sad news. I loved his Adam Eterno and Janus Stark stuff
Dr Albert Brown 105. WW 2 POW who survived the Bataan Death March at the age of 40.
Fair play, that's a good long life. They built them to last in those days.
Speaking of which, the death of a local legend here in Mordor...
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2011/aug/08/nancy-wake-white-mouse-gestapo (http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2011/aug/08/nancy-wake-white-mouse-gestapo)
Anyone who kills a member of the SS with her bare hands has a special place in my heart.
Wow - respect to her. Inglourious basterds wouldn't get a look in
Russell Armstrong, estranged ex of Taylor Armstrong, father of Kennedy (5) & a star of "The Real Housewifes of Beverly Hills" (alongside his former wife) has commited suicide yesterday via hanging.
Not sure if its been mentioned yet but francesco son of anthony quinn and platoon fame died on august the 5th
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v63/Mangamax/Rare-UK-TV-Jimmy-Sangster-1.gif)
Very sad to hear of the passing of Jimmy Sangster, a true Hammer Films legend and a lovely, lovely man. Just glad i met him when i did.
Ex-SAS soldier John McAleese, who led the raid that ended the 1980 siege at Iran's embassy in London, has died.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14697819
Brave man, sad news.
Snooker referee Len Ganley.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-14706466
Immortalised in song by Half Man Half Biscuit......
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVSd74XdZ_E
My friend and singer in my band passed away last night
RIP Fozzy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HygXgwo3h4A
Quote from: johnnystress on 06 September, 2011, 12:37:23 PM
My friend and singer in my band passed away last night
RIP Fozzy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HygXgwo3h4A
Awww shit. Sorry to hear that, Johnny.
Sad news - sorry to hear of your loss.
Very sorry to hear that Johnny - from your videos he looks like he was a fun guy to know.
Sorry to hear that, Johnny.
Terrible news johnnystress. :( Condolences to the Family, to you and to your fellow band mates.
thanks guys
Sorry to hear that Johnny.
Really sorry to hear that johnny. Thoughts are with you
Cliff robertson aka spidermans uncle
Oh no! He was superb as the Ultra right leaning Politician running for the Nomination of his Party in Gore Vidal's 'The Best Man.'
Sorry to here that johnny, really am. Condolences.
Will.
Thank you. A friend put together this little video. Very sad
http://youtu.be/CcQMby15gcw
Spartacus actor Andy Whitfield lost his battle with cancer :(
http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/09/11/idUS32721604120110911 (http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/09/11/idUS32721604120110911)
Spartacus actor Andy Whitfield lost his battle with cancer
http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/09/11/idUS32721604120110911
Yeah just found out sad news :( and my condolences to you johnny our thoughts are with you at this time
Quote from: Rog69 on 12 September, 2011, 08:45:50 AM
Spartacus actor Andy Whitfield lost his battle with cancer :(
http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/09/11/idUS32721604120110911 (http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/09/11/idUS32721604120110911)
Oh man that is bloody terrible news.
We're big fans in this house.
Same in our house we didn't find out he was ill till the end of the 1st season we had hoped he would recover and come back. Gutted
My best mates Mum.
She passed away in a hospice last night. She first had cancer 15 years ago but it went, came back, went again but now it has finally taken her.
For the past six weeks my best friend of 31 years, Paul, has been in hospital in London having operations, skin grafts and treatment for a very rare condition he suffers from which will never be cured.
He knew his Mum would probably die while he was there. I've been going up on the train once a week to see him. He was allowed out for one day and managed to get a train down to see his Mum in the hospice recently.
We have also been visiting her and last time we were there she was OK but slowly deteriorating. As I've got older his parents have become good friends of ours too (rather than just his parents if you know what I mean) and it is so sad.
My Mum died the same way 16 years ago (just after my Dad) so I know exactly what Paul, his sister and his Dad are going through. They have all been coping incredibly well with it but in my experience when it's expected it still doesn't really make it any easier. They are such a nice family, such a sad time.
I'm in tears as I type this and I know that nobody here knows them but I just had to put in words how much these people mean to me and how they don't deserve this.
Farewell Brenda Searle.
Sorry to hear that. My condolances
Sorry to hear that, Albion. Condolences and best wishes to you and yours.
SBT
My condolences, Albion. My best wishes to you and your mate.
Thanks friends. Life is hard but we all carry on eh?
Farewell to those now gone, welcome to those newly arrived and to those already here? Let's try and enjoy it as best we can.
Quote from: Albion on 16 September, 2011, 09:48:27 PM
Thanks friends. Life is hard but we all carry on eh?
Farewell to those now gone, welcome to those newly arrived and to those already here? Let's try and enjoy it as best we can.
Amen Albion - sorry for the loss of you and yours.
Before Thatcher snatched away a whole industry my family worked in the coal mines around Derbyshire. I have great respect for anyone willing to put themselves in danger, every day of their lives, to put bread on the table for their families and keep our country's electrical and mechanical infrastructure fired up on a daily basis. So it's with sadness for the families and great respect for the four men who lost their lives in Wales today after the terrible disaster in Swansea.
May they rest in peace.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-14955526 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-14955526)
Bah, Albion, my lovely ma went the same way (she was a Brenda too!) so I feel yours, and Paul's pain. I generally don't dwell on things but I find it surprising how often I find myself wishing she'd been here to meet my daughter, she'd have absolutely adored her.
Remember to look after yourself as well as looking after your friend!
Quote from: LARF on 16 September, 2011, 11:19:51 PM
So it's with sadness for the families and great respect for the four men who lost their lives in Wales today after the terrible disaster in Swansea.
May they rest in peace.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-14955526 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-14955526)
That is sad. I saw the news last night when one body had been found and the state of the others down there was was unknown.
Minck Oosterveer, Dutch comic artist who died in a motorcycle accident.
Sorry to hear about everyone's bad news in the previous posts.
Are we allowed anniversaries? 25 years ago today...
http://www.metalsucks.net/2011/09/27/a-moment-of-racket-for-cliff-burton/ (http://www.metalsucks.net/2011/09/27/a-moment-of-racket-for-cliff-burton/)
RIP Metallica ;)
RIP Dad's Army co-creator David Croft.
Stew.
WOW. 25 years RIP Cliff, He was well on the road to being the best Bassist that ever lived.
V
That's a shame about David Croft - a good age though.
Reading through his obit is like a history of British comedy; Dads Army, Are You Being Served?, It Ain't Half Hot Mum, Allo Allo, Hi-de-Hi, Oh Doctor Beeching
That's one hell of a career
Mainwaring: [pointing at obscenity written on the back of church organ] Do you see this word, corporal?
Jones: Yes, sir.
Mainwaring: Have you done that?
Jones: You mean recently sir?
Bert Jansch - one of the most gifted guitarists these islands have ever produced.
So sad to hear about Jansch. It was the likes of him and Wizz Jones that inspired me to pick the guitar. A massive talent lost.
RIP.
Apple founder Steve Jobs age 56.
filip
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 06 October, 2011, 01:13:10 AM
Apple founder Steve Jobs age 56.
filip
This is a real shock. I'm speechless.
RIP or jobs
Quote from: SuperSurfer on 06 October, 2011, 01:20:51 AMThis is a real shock. I'm speechless.
Considering the photos published on TMZ when he retired, it was inevitable, poor bloke.
QuoteConsidering the photos published on TMZ when he retired, it was inevitable, poor bloke.
Yeah, seemed somewhat inevitable.
A sad day - Jobs had a huge role in the success of Pixar as well as Apple, don't forget.
RIP Steve Jobs, he was co-founder of Apple and who brings iPod, iPhone, iPad to the world.
someone tweets this image in memory of him....
(http://p.twimg.com/AbCXoZPCEAAQhS8.jpg:large)
Very sad news. The industry has lost of one it's greatest and one of the few who really ensured computers and computing found their way into every home, office and even pocket. RIP Steve.
56 - That's no age at all. RIP.
Can't afford to be an iFan myself but I hope that Apple carries on successfully without him and his vision. There's a lot of people gainfully employed because of the things he brought to the table (and pocket and manbag).
very very sad. RiP Steve Jobs
Charles Napier - 75
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That's a shame - I just saw him in an episode of Black Sheep Squadron, too. He'd be familiar to anyone watching tv in the 70s and 80s, even had a few outings in low-budget actioners as a leading man and lent his voice to animation in the last few years as well. He was a real fixture in sci-fi and fantasy and he'll be missed by nerds like me.
He was a great and reliable character from the A-Team to Blues Brothers.
Just been reading a Charles Napier obit - did you know he did the roar of the Hulk in the 70s TV show? I didn't.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 07 October, 2011, 07:15:42 AM
Just been reading a Charles Napier obit - did you know he did the roar of the Hulk in the 70s TV show? I didn't.
Not all the time. You know who else did that? Lurch.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-15225021
TV's Inspector Wexford (as this link calls him) George Baker. Personally, I prefer to remember him for his roles in the Bond films and as a Bond spoof character in Up Pompeii
true legend, sad loss, which is one that seems to have united many of us, Steve Jobs, truly impacted our world as it is today.
Betty Driver
Betty's Lot Got (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-15320895)
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 08 October, 2011, 08:14:01 AM
TV's Inspector Wexford (as this link calls him) George Baker. Personally, I prefer to remember him for his roles in the Bond films and as a Bond spoof character in Up Pompeii
Jamesus Bondus! Frankie Howerd had to play off an entire cast of actors playing it straight for his shtick to work, and Baker was one of the best.
Quote from: Eric Plumrose on 15 October, 2011, 12:08:38 PM
Betty Driver
Betty's Lot Got (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-15320895)
Duch a shame, she's a true legend!!!!
Though I imagine it's been some years since she had a proper storyline (as John Shuttleworth argues), Betty Driver's Desert Island Discs is an hour well spent. She is remarkably candid about her parents' "absence of affection" and a life being forced onto the stage: "I imitated hits by Gracie Fields such as 'Sing As We Go', and 'The Biggest Aspidistra In the World', corny little numbers that I detested but mother adored. I think she was a frustrated performer herself and she was determined that my sister Freda and I were going to fulfil all her dreams."
http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/features/desert-island-discs/castaway/4c524fd7#b00xp1fc (http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/features/desert-island-discs/castaway/4c524fd7#b00xp1fc)
I will miss Betty's wit and charm. She reminded me of my own grandmother, but with 100% more sass. Now I have to go in search of a hotpot.
JvB
Sad news about Dan Wheldon who died aged 33, from injuries he sustained from that massive crash at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
He was never a big name in his home country but he went to the US and beat them at their own sport, which takes some doing.
Colonel Gadaffi in Sirte
Really? A 'rest in peace' for Gaddafi, of all people?
Yep, i have a major issue with (not this forum) threads headed 'RIP' featuring deservedly-dead arseholes like this. Ive seen posters banned from forums for daring to suggest scum like Gadaffi shouldnt be here- "respect for the dead, always, or else" runs the mantra. Well, no. The cessation of life doesnt grant you immunity from criticism, or well-placed hatred.
Anyway, yeah he's dead. Yippee!
SBT
rot in pieces may be more appropriate i see al jazeera have the footage of the body being dragged around sirte.
Also... Westlife.
It just keeps getting better. The Roses reforming and now that bunch of droning granny placating halfwits will soon be just a distant echo in the memory. Unfortunately I've heard that they will unleash one last dump on the charts in the form of a greatest hits album. One for the most hated person in your life this yuletide.
Just means there'll be 4 solo albums instead of one opus of shit to ignore.
Westlife were found in a hole and their blooded bodies dragged around Sirte to the euphoria of forces loyal to the National Transitional Council. David Cameron has stated that this is a day to remember the victims of their crimes. Oh sorry, that's Gadaffi...
Quote from: SmallBlueThing on 20 October, 2011, 04:04:40 PM
Yep, i have a major issue with (not this forum) threads headed 'RIP' featuring deservedly-dead arseholes like this. Ive seen posters banned from forums for daring to suggest scum like Gadaffi shouldnt be here- "respect for the dead, always, or else" runs the mantra. Well, no. The cessation of life doesnt grant you immunity from criticism, or well-placed hatred.
I've never taken this thread to automatically assume respect, just a checklist of people who've died.
I didnt really explain myself properly, cosh. What i meant was, ive seen time and again people censured for saying 'this person was a shit' after they died. It's the 'RIP' idea taken to extremes. These threads should be just simply a record of who's died and people's comments upon that.
My comment was largely aimed at other forums where the rule of 'nothing bad must be said about the deceased' is strictly enforced, and those who break it are banned. Gallifreybase, for example, exploded when bin laden carked it. The mods had a revolution on their hands when they started deleting posts and telling people off. It was very funny, but they deserved it, the sanctimonious shits.
Maybe 'RIP' is the wrong title for a general thread of this nature. Im uncomfortable with notices of boarders' close friends and family's deaths in the same thread as bin laden and gadaffi.
SBT
In what universe is a Stone Roses reformation in the year 2011 a good idea?
Fair enough SBT. I do see the point about people's relatives and Bin Laden.
I find the Internet's reaction to famous peoples' deaths a bit weird in general. Its like the essence of all internet posts has been boiled down to the purest of banal platitudes, with a precipitate of morbid trolling. How'd'ye like them chemistry metaphors?
Quote from: SmallBlueThing on 20 October, 2011, 04:04:40 PMThe cessation of life doesnt grant you immunity from criticism, or well-placed hatred.
Speak for yourself, SBT, some of us are catholic - you protestants don't know how good you have it being able to judge anyone you fancy while us taigs have to forgive.
Admittedly I think the priests encourage this thinking because of... you know, the rapes and that.
QuoteIn what universe is a Stone Roses reformation in the year 2011 a good idea?
Er...rhis one?
Surely RIP can mean Rest in Peace for the lives that we mourn, and Rest in Pieces for the lives that we don't, right?
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 20 October, 2011, 11:22:51 PM
In what universe is a Stone Roses reformation in the year 2011 a good idea?
It's all a bit depressing - they all need the money eventually, and the resulting comeback is always underwhelming. I'd be willing to bet serious cash on a Smiths reunion within the next year or two.
I doubt Morrissey needs the cash.
A Smiths reunion ...dear god as if it wasn't depressing enough already.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 21 October, 2011, 11:12:15 PM
I doubt Morrissey needs the cash.
Everyone has their price, and The Smiths could pretty much name theirs. Mark my words, it'll happen.
Apparently The Pixies, who reformed a few years ago, still aren't even on speaking terms with each other. It's sad.
Never gonna happen.
People would have said the same thing about the Stone Roses a year ago.
A Smiths reunion would effectively mean a break-up of the band Morrissey's been playing with for about the last 20 years.
Considering that a Smiths reunion would also mean patching things up with Mike Joyce and Andy Rourke, who had that ugly lawsuit with Morrissey, it's certainly possible that Morrissey and Marr could get back together, with Morrissey's current band and called it the Smiths.
Heck, when Roxy Music reunited in 2001, it was initially Ferry, Manzanera and McKay only. It was after journalists at the press conference started pestering them that they contacted The Great Paul Thompson. For the last ten years, the rest of the band has since been, for the most part, people whom Ferry has played with as a solo act (Colin Good, Julia Thornton, Chris Spedding, etc) instead of old Roxy sidemen.
Right now we should be focusing on stopping Kim and Thurston from chainsawing Steve Shelley in half.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 22 October, 2011, 07:22:27 PM
Right now we should be focusing on stopping Kim and Thurston from chainsawing Steve Shelley in half.
Hold I heard the news about Kim and Thurston, much to my dismay. but what Steve Shelley's involvement. Don't say he's involved in their split?
I believe they've been falsely trading under a misleading name for years anyway, should be Sonic Old-age.
It was a hilarious joke. I was implying that Steve Shelley was one of their possessions and that they would have to divide him into two as if he was a CD collection as part of their divorce.
Noisy Oul Shites would be an awesome name for a tribute band
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 22 October, 2011, 08:07:11 PM
It was a hilarious joke. I was implying that Steve Shelley was one of their possessions and that they would have to divide him into two as if he was a CD collection as part of their divorce.
You've been gone too long Roger it's taking me a wee while to readjust!
Marco Simoncelli :o
As he has been tragically killed in a crash during today's Malaysian Moto GP. :( :(
Jimmy Saville (1926 - 2011) (http://news.sky.com/home/uk-news/article/16099015)
:( :o
awwww :(
RIP, he had a good run for sure.
Mortality was obviously one thing he couldn't fix.
He had a good run, was beginning to think he was immortal.
Yeah, I'm quietly gutted about Jimmy Saville. I still chuckle over his appearance on the Ricky Gervaise show.
Also, Emp... it strikes me that your avatar looks like an incredibly ill Geddy Lee.
Joe Frazier aged 67 from liver cancer
frankie's career :lol:
Dwight Arrington Myers.
Heavenly D (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-15651013)
Mick Anglo (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mick_Anglo) - the shame being they never sorted out the more recent Marvelman reprints that would have earned him plenty of cash:
www.bleedingcool.com/2011/11/10/mick-anglo-passes/
I'm sure Marvel are rubbing their hands in glee at that and thinking 'That's one down! Now if we can just get rid rid of Alan Moore, Gary Leach, Alan Davis, John Totleben and the rest we can reprint it and make a fortune!'
On the plus side I recently found dog-eared copies of Miracleman like mine going for up to £100.
Ah, that's a shame.
Shooting Stars. :(
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-15752947
No more 'what's in yer bag angelos angelos, what's in yer bag yer bastard?'
How can i carry on with my life without the spectacle of Vic rubbing his legs or intimidating a kestrel?
Molly, my dog.
Sorry to hear that mate. A pet is a member of the family.
Yeah. Breaks your heart when those critters go. Really sorry to hear that, Logan.
Sorry to hear that, losing a dog is hard. I cried when Chesney had Schmeichel put down.
Mark Hall of Cosgrove Hall productions, the guys who created Dangermouse Duckula Chorlton and the Wheelies.
John Neville, who played Baron Munchausen and featured in the X-Files and Fifth Element, has died aged 86 after suffering from Alzheimers for the last few years
http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?z5500890586&z=1250248742
Shelagh Delaney (http://www.guardian.co.uk/stage/2011/nov/21/playwright-shelagh-delaney-dies) takes a final bow.
Anne McCaffrey, a great writer and a wonderful person. Met her many times - she was always incredibly sweet and very generous with advice.
She will be missed.
--Mike
Aw, that's sad - I met her too many moons ago, she seemed like a lovely person, complete with stuffed fire-lizard affixed to her shoulder. Her early work is frequently superb, books like 'To Ride Pegasus', 'The Ship Who Sang', 'Decision at Doona' and the first half-dozen Pern novels are all long-time favourites.
Angie Dowds of ITV's Biggest Loser falls to her death 'after jumping from Beachy Head'
(http://img.thesun.co.uk/multimedia/archive/01411/05e4cce2-280_1411728a.jpg)
Really, Goaty? These are getting stupidly obscure now. I can see the sense in the on-topic, genre stuff - Anne McCaffrey, for instance - but why, on a comics message board, do we need to know about the death of someone from an obscure ITV weight loss show (I had to google it)? It's obviously very sad that she's dead and all, but... why here?
No offence meant, Jimbo - and I understand your point, but can we please not start debating which people's deaths are relevant to the message board. That kind of thing makes me feel more than a bit uncomfortable. It's in the "Off Topic" bit, anyway.
Gary Speed (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-15909277)
Gary Speed. I am shocked! Fantastic footballer and a genuine and rare positive football role model. RIP.
Holy crap. Shocked by that one.
I can only echo what Spireite said
Yeah, shocked at that. A shame.
Ken Russell aged 84
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 28 November, 2011, 09:40:01 AM
Ken Russell aged 84
Aw no, always like his films; Altered States, The Devils and Gothic.
Ah Ken.
He was a genuine master of film. He put so much colour, so much exuberance into his work. They were dark, crazy sexy and joyous. I have always admired his movies and the specials he made for TV, such as those on the great composers for The South Bank Show.
On the other hand...I once attended a Memorabilia fair and Ken was there, looking bored beyond belief. As he was one of my favourite Directors I wanted to meet him. It didn't go well. Let's just say I was a little nervous and he was little arsey. Well, perhaps sometimes you shouldn't meet your heroes.
Favourite Russell films? The Devils, Women In Love, Lair Of The White Worm (I'm suddenly hit with the image of a fanged Amanda Donahoe sporting a huge strap-on. You didn't get that in The King's Speech, did you?}
Napster.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2069290/Deliverance-mountain-man-Bill-McKinney-dies-aged-80.html
In the film that was made in the year of my birth. Bill McKinney was teaching us how to love one another without disturbing the horses long before Brokeback Mountain.
Socrates. Brazilian Legend.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/16017071.stm
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Harry Morgan (Colonel Potter in TV series M*A*S*H).
http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nytimes.com%2F2011%2F12%2F08%2Farts%2Ftelevision%2Fharry-morgan-mash-and-dragnet-actor-dies-at-96.html&h=uAQGI1F5iAQG4oqfmEy4dP25gHgYNGD8Mgk-FTYx5P55Swg
He was 96 and y'all probably thought he died years ago.
One of the great character actors who was always watchable
http://www.newsarama.com/comics/jerry-robinson-passed-away-111208.html
This sucks.
Yeah, a true legend leaves us.
Doesn't matter whether the bitching of whether he created Robin or not, or if it was him that chose to use Conrad Veidt as the basis for the Joker, he was a genius artist, resonsible for some truely iconic images
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v63/Mangamax/jr1.jpg)
Quote from: Mangamax on 08 December, 2011, 06:07:45 PM
Yeah, a true legend leaves us.
Doesn't matter whether the bitching of whether he created Robin or not, or if it was him that chose to use Conrad Veidt as the basis for the Joker, he was a genius artist, resonsible for some truely iconic images
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v63/Mangamax/jr1.jpg)
Gutted :(
Joe Simon, aged 98, writer, artist, editor, frequent collaborator of Jack Kirby and co-creator of Captain America.
The very under-rated artist Eduardo Barreto at the age of just 57.
Any fan of western comics I'd heartily recommend checking out his work on 'The Long Haul' from Oni Press
Being a big fan of western comics, I can heartily recommend The Long Haul.
Damned shame about Barreto - he was an unsung hero of mine
Christopher Hitchens (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-16212418)
Quote from: Eric Plumrose on 16 December, 2011, 08:14:28 AM
Christopher Hitchens (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-16212418)
An everyday life of cancer-sticks and drink, not too surprising really.
I was only re-reading his book 'Orwell's Victory' this week, the best book about Orwell that criticizes how the Left and Right tried to claim him while distorting his message for their own ends. I'll miss Hitch's humour and intelligence but not his flirtation with the Neo-Cons but his put-down of the fraud Galloway was worth it.
Don Sharp:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Sharp
From Adrian Salmon:
QuoteAussie director and writer Don Sharp has died. He directed Hammer's RASPUTIN THE MAD MONK , THE DEVIL-SHIP PIRATES and KISS OF THE VAMPIRE. Among his other genre work was THE FACE and BRIDES OF FU MANCHU , WITCHCRAFT , CURSE OF THE FLY and DARK PLACES. He directed the 1974 CALLAN film starring Edward Woodward and episodes of THE AVENGERS ( Invasion of the Earthmen , The- Get- Away and The Curious Case of the Countless Clues) and one episode of THE CHAMPIONS ( Project Zero in 1969). Never really accorded the acclaim he was due because he worked outside the studio system - Don was a director who could direct any genre including comedy. To end this short piece I must mention a favourite - PSYCHOMANIA - ride free Don , you've earned it and thankyou.
http://adriansalmonart.blogspot.com/2011/12/don-sharp-1922-2011.html
Kim Jong Il aged 69
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 19 December, 2011, 04:26:48 AM
Kim Jong Il aged 69
So Team America: World Police finally killed Kim Jong II?
At least in Hell he'll have plenty of company like Hitler, Stalin etc and won't be singing about being "so ronery" anymore.
What a bleeding nutjob. Isn't his long-dead father still the official ruler of N. Korea?
Kim Jong il died of a heart attack due to the stress and worry in his job ... Guess you could say he chose the wrong Korea!
Oh, jesus. You're morally worse than Kim Jong Il
"I told you I was Il."
In the next few weeks we will see who is really in charge of North Korea. I always saw Kim as a puppet for the generals and it only makes sense to put one of his sons in his place, not the eldest I see.
Still, Good riddance to bad rubbish. Rot In Piss Kim.
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I thought China was.
It's kind of an odd situation (to say the least) in Korea since probably the worst thing that could happen for the regime is that the South simply walk away from the border and say "come on in!". Let's see how long the cult of personality lasts against an educated population and better living conditions (also, I suspect their army are better at marching than fighting).
Quote from: Adrian Bamforth on 21 December, 2011, 05:29:23 PM
It's kind of an odd situation (to say the least) in Korea since probably the worst thing that could happen for the regime is that the South simply walk away from the border and say "come on in!".
That ain't gonna happen in my opinion. The unsaid 'truth' is that none of the major powers operating in the Pacific want to see the North Korean dictatorship collapse.
The one thing that is stopping support for regime collapse by the surrounding countries: South Korea -with US involvement/responsibilty-, China, Japan, and Russia is a humanitarian crisis resulting in a massive influx of refugees.
Best case -for a knackered population- is that a struggle for power between different factions of the North Korean regime eventually leads to moderation of its relations with its neighbors. Unfortunately, the transition of power to Kim Jung Un continues...
Cheetah, johnny weismullers monkey from tarzan aged 80! :(
Glen Lord.
In short, the man who kept Robert E. Howard's works from fading into obscurity. In long:
A Korean vet and a paper warehouse manager by trade, he discovered Howard through Skull-Face and Others (1946) around 1951. He sought out earlier publications with REH's work, most notably the pulp magazines of the 1920s and 1930s. Starting in 1956, he scoured the country for all REH stories, poems, and letters. Over the course of his life he has amassed the world's largest collection of such publications and original manuscripts (actually typescripts).
Lord became literary agent for the Howard heirs around March, 1965, and served as such for 28 and a half years. In 1965, he tracked down the contents of Robert E. Howard's famous storage trunk; the contents of which were then owned by pulp writer and Howard friend E. Hoffmann "Ed" Price. The contents consisted of tens of thousands of pages typed by Howard, including hundreds of unpublished stories, poems, and fragments. Using the contents of the trunk as well as his vast collection of previously published REH materials, Lord provided the source text for almost every published Howard work appearing in books, magazines, or chapbooks from 1965 through 1997, including collections of REH letters. Lord also provided introductions, afterwords, or commentary for dozens of REH books.
Tirelessly promoting Howard's stories, Lord secured their publication in any promising venue, leading directly to the Howard Boom of the 1970s. This included books by Ace, Arkham House, Avon, Baen, Ballantine, Bantam, Barnes & Noble Books, Baronet, Berkley, Beagle, Belmont, Bonanza, Carroll & Graff, Centaur, Century-Hutchinson, Chelsea House, Chaosium, DAW, Dell, Delta, Dodd-Mead, Dorset, Doubleday, Fawcett Gold Medal, FAX, Fedogan & Bremer, Fictioneer, Five Star, Gollancz, Grafton, Gramercy, Donald M. Grant, Grossett & Dunlap, Harper Collins, Jove, Kaye & Ward, Lancer, Leisure, MacFadden, Manor, Mayflower, Meys, Morning Star Press, New English Library, Neville Spearman, Orbit, Oxford University Press, Pan, Panther, Prentice-Hall, Putnam, Pyramid, REH Foundation Press, Robinson, Ryerson, Science Fiction Book Club, Sidgwick & Jackson, Signet, Sphere, Taplinger, TOR, Tower, Underwood-Miller, University of Nebraska Press, Walker & Co., Warner Books, WH Allen, Xanadu and Zebra; periodicals such as Amazing Science Fiction Stories, Amazing Stories, Ariel, Chacal, Coven 13/Witchcraft & Sorcery, Different Worlds, Fantastic Science Fiction and Fantasy Stories/Fantastic Stories of Imagination, Fantasy Book, Fantasy Commentator, Fantasy Crossroads, Fantasy Crosswinds, Fantasy Tales, The Haunt of Horror, Heavy Metal, Lost Fantasies, Magazine of Horror, Pulp Review, The Riverside Quarterly, Rod Serling's The Twilight Zone Magazine, Spaceway Science Fiction, Startling Mystery Stories, Sword and Sorcery, Trumpet, Weird Tales, Weirdbook, The West, White Wolf Magazine, Worlds of Fantasy, Xenophile, and Zane Grey Western Magazine; and several series of Marvel comic books and magazines. In many cases, he was also the uncredited editor of the published version of the REH works. And this is not counting the literally hundreds of books and magazines in non-English languages to which he supplied texts, including Bulgarian, Croatian, Czech, Dutch, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, and Yugoslavian, nor the hundreds of amateur publications.
In the fall of 1977, he arranged with Berkley Medallion to put out three Conan paper- and hardbacks of Conan stories edited by Karl Edward Wagner, the first Conan series without any posthumous revisions and pastiches, which previous collections had in excess.
Lord published a few REH collections on his own, such as the periodical The Howard Collector #1-18 and the chapbook Etchings in Ivory. In The Howard Collector, from 1961 to 1973, Lord featured previously unpublished (or very rare) pieces by Howard, letters by REH and those who knew him, indices of poems and stories, reprints of articles related to Howard, and news about upcoming publications and other events. Thereafter, he published similar material in fanzines of the Robert E. Howard United Press Association, the Hyperborian League, and the Esoteric Order of Dagon (E.O.D. — an amateur press association primarily concerned with the writings of Howard Phillips Lovecraft).
An early admirer of Howard's poetry, Lord published the first Howard poetry collection Always Comes Evening (1957) through famed Arkham House, subsidizing the costs of the printing himself. Later, he was instrumental in the publication of the Howard verse collections Etchings in Ivory (1968), Singers in the Shadows (1970), Echoes from an Iron Harp (1972), The Road to Rome (1972), Verses in Ebony (1975), Night Images (1976), Shadows of Dreams (1989), and A Rhyme of Salem Town and Other Poems (2007).
He published the first comprehensive bibliography of Howard, complete through 1973, in his The Last Celt: A Bio–Bibliography of Robert Ervin Howard (1976), a bible for REH scholars and collectors. The book also contains biographical and autobiographical material about Howard, as well as letters, story synopses and fragments, ephemera, covers illustrating REH stories, and photographs. Lord wrote many articles on Howard (e.g. in The Dark Barbarian). Lord contributed much information to the latest bibliography, The Neverending Hunt (2006, 2008), by Paul Herman and the online bibliography Howardworks.
When Conan Properties was incorporated in 1978 to establish a single entity to deal with Hollywood in negotiations that led to the two Conan movies, Lord served as a corporate director.
Lord has befriended, assisted, advised, and mentored two generations of Howard fans, scholars, and editors, providing copies of his typescripts, letters, and vast knowledge to many of them. For his dedication, achievements, and scholarship, Lord received the World Fantasy Convention Award in 1978 and the Lifetime Achievement Award of the professional fanzine, The Cimmerian, in 2005. The next year, he was Guest of Honor at the Centennial Robert E. Howard Days festival in Howard's hometown of Cross Plains, Texas, and in 2007 was GoH at PulpCon 36 in Dayton, Ohio. He is currently Director Emeritus of the Robert E. Howard Foundation.
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not the eldest I see
he does not like GIRLS, hence daddy removed him from the list of favoured sons. (not making that up)
overall its a slightly concerning situation currently if you live in these parts. we shall see.
Bob Anderson, who played Darth Vader in the fight scenes in Empire and Jedi - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-16383728
Quote from: The return of Judge Jack on 02 January, 2012, 11:47:57 PM
Bob Anderson, who played Darth Vader in the fight scenes in Empire and Jedi - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-16383728
Another unsung movie hero gone. God knows why the Green Cross Code Man bothered turning up to the set most days.
Indeed, at 6' 1" Bob could've done the rest with ease.
(http://www.badtaste.it/sites/default/files/images/people/bob%20anderson.jpg)
(http://collider.com/wp-content/uploads/bob-anderson-darth-vader-star-wars-return-of-the-jedi.jpg)
Intrigued by that first shot - clearly RotJ judging by the lightsabre, but Hamill's costume is entirely unfamiliar.
Quote from: TordelBack on 03 January, 2012, 05:16:10 AM
Intrigued by that first shot - clearly RotJ judging by the lightsabre, but Hamill's costume is entirely unfamiliar.
No, that is
Empire. Hamill is wearing the bottom half of Luke's 'Bespin Fatigues'. Don't know what is going on with the top half though.
Pat Evans (Fat Pat), Eastenders, 28 Dec 1942 to 01 Jan 2012 ....
Judge Death, erm, a long time ago.
Quote from: Misanthrope on 03 January, 2012, 06:14:32 AM
No, that is Empire. Hamill is wearing the bottom half of Luke's 'Bespin Fatigues'. Don't know what is going on with the top half though.
The boots don't seem to be his Dagobah/Bespin ones either, and the lightsabre hilt is his new one from
Jedi. A mystery!
Meant to note my appreciation of Bob Anderson, his lumbering fight work was great, and he's part of the elite club of only five men to portray Darth Vader in
RotJ.
Ronald Searle.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-16391857
A phenomenal cartoonist.
Gutted, but he had a hell of a life.
I saw an exhibition of Ronald Searle's work at the Cartoon Gallery, London. In fact it was a drawing session in the exhibition space showing his work. Stunning work and some quite harrowing early pieces – sketches of his time in a Japanese prisoner of war camp. One of the captions said that he and other prisoners would hide drawings or notes under the bedding of men who were dying as the Japanese would not search there. The background of one drawing showed human heads on a shelf.
Aw, what a shame. Searle is a hero of mine, one of the great artists of the 20th C.
Is the top walkway the bridge between the landing platform and the ATAT in ROTJ?
Probably a practice for a scene that never was.
Edit: Reference to Bob Anderson.
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former James Bond ... Bob Holness.
Sad news. Good old bob.
Aw, always liked Bob. Not least for his classic question of two former Blockbusters holiday-winners, "Did you go all the way together?".
Can I have an RIP please, Bob?
Quote from: The Cosh on 06 January, 2012, 06:12:21 PM
Can I have an RIP please, Bob?
:lol: That's Blockbusters!
Eve Arnold, top photographer in the 40s 50s and 60s, best known for her Marilyn Monroe portraits.
I wonder did they do that wanky hand-jive at Bob's funeral:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Z_uqL8opW8
True story. When I were but a nipper Blockbusters was always on the tellybox after school. Somehow my confuzzled infant mind likened the futuristic intro to what it was like to go to heaven when you died. I think the idea was borne from the combination of the flying over the utopian city and the grecian frieze of zeus at the end, or maybe it was that I found Blockbusters boring like church was. Anyway suffice to say as a child I believed that the face of God was that of Bob Holness, and that when you passed you would play a game of Blockbusters for all eternity. This made me fear death even more.
RIP Bob Holness, you are with your son Jesus now.
I'm intrigued, and wish to subscribe to your newsletter. How did a Gold Run fit into your theology?
What 'D' is Bob Monkhouse?
Quote from: TordelBack on 03 January, 2012, 05:16:10 AM
Intrigued by that first shot - clearly RotJ judging by the lightsabre, but Hamill's costume is entirely unfamiliar.
They're both from
Empire but different prop-sabres:
(http://www.badtaste.it/sites/default/files/images/people/bob%20anderson.jpg)
(http://s3.amazonaws.com/coolproduction/ckeditor_assets/pictures/4870/original/BTSandersonempirebig.jpg?1325981498)
Nice! Looking closely, that anomalous lightsabre seems to be a bit different from Luke's RotJ one - it has the same base, but the 'emitter' bit seems to be Old Ben's one. I can't really work out why the props department would have had a 'new' fourth lightsabre design on hand during the production of Empire, unless it was a leftover from Star Wars pre-production. Intriguing.
RIP best Merlin (Excalibur) of all, Nicol Williamson of 73. Died of esophageal cancer on December 16.
(Didnt know he was still alive then??)
(http://movieactors.com/freezeframes-12/Excalibur9.jpg)
that was my favourite of all the Arthur interprtaations ever. RIP Merlin.
I highly recommend watching The Seven-Per-Cent Solution if you get the chance. Nicol Williamson does one of the all-time great Sherlock Holmeses, and the rest of the cast are pretty excellent as well. He was certainly 'my' Holmes.
"Oh and lightning! Yes, lightning!"
RIP Nicol Williamson.
Quote from: Dunk! on 26 January, 2012, 09:06:14 AM
"Oh and lightning! Yes, lightning!"
RIP Nicol Williamson.
That was the quote I was going to post on reading of his passing.
RIP Nicol. I might have to dig out his reading of the Hobbit, which is excellent.
Ian Abercrombie (77), the (superb) voice of Palpatine on The Clone Wars, and of course Army of Darkness, JP2: The Lost World, Seinfeld and 'Old Man No. 2' in just about every film and TV programme ever made (Voyager, Buffy, Young Frankenstein, Babylon 5, Addams Family Values etc etc). Hate to see these hard-working character actors pass, they're so important to so many good shows (and JP2).
Probably his best episode of TCW debuted last night, Season 4's 'Friends and Enemies'.
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/ian-abercrombie-elaine-s-boss-285386
RIP Nicol Williamson.
always loved his line in Excalibur ..."Be still, be quiet!"
Quote from: Emp on 29 January, 2012, 01:36:50 AM
RIP Nicol Williamson.
always loved his line in Excalibur ..."Be still, be quiet!"
I liked that scene in the woods when young Arthur is freaking out* and Merlin isn't exactly helping with his creepy dragon talk. Then at the end: (Words not exact.)
Arthur: What do I do?
Merlin: Do? Do nothing. Sleep... in the arms of the dragon.
Obviously in context it works better than in a forum post. :)
*I'd like to know what that python was doing in the early medieval British countryside, mind you.
Jackie Treehorn. http://www.avclub.com/articles/rip-actor-ben-gazzara,68830/
Hmm. Well, it's been three days so I think it's safe to say . . .
Bill Hinzman (http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/bill-hinzman-death-obituary-287639)
Whitney Houston aged 48 (her heart isn't calling anymore)
Sorry for your loss CF, knew you were a big fan.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 04 February, 2012, 01:47:29 PM
Jackie Treehorn. http://www.avclub.com/articles/rip-actor-ben-gazzara,68830/
(http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o291/andystefanek/TreehornSketch.jpg)
Whitney Houston. Like Amy, no surprise.
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Nice work, Kevin Costner.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMdXi6f5KRg
Comedy actor David Kelly, aged 82.
He may have had a 50 year career but to me he will always be the guy who played one armed Albert in Robin's Nest
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-17020494
Rangers.
Who are all the wannabees and wash-outs going to play for now?
What will be the driving force behind senseless sectarianism?
How long before Celtic follows them down the drain?
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 13 February, 2012, 07:57:03 PM
Comedy actor David Kelly, aged 82.
He was an amazing actor (or was it my youthful innocence) as it stunned me to learn that he actually had two arms. My missus has a good laugh about this every time it comes up :-[
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 13 February, 2012, 09:27:52 PM
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 13 February, 2012, 07:57:03 PM
Comedy actor David Kelly, aged 82.
He was an amazing actor (or was it my youthful innocence) as it stunned me to learn that he actually had two arms. My missus has a good laugh about this every time it comes up :-[
You didn't twig that in Fawlty Towers he had 2 arms when playing the paddy builder.
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As a kid i remember being convinced he had only one arm, and being completely shocked at fawlty towers. In fact, even now when i see him in something i have a moment's shock when i realise he has two.
SBT
John Severin
http://www.comicsbeat.com/2012/02/14/rip-john-severin/
Quote from: johnnystress on 14 February, 2012, 05:29:54 PM
John Severin
Just seen this he was a fantastic artist. His western stuff is brilliant.
H from steps.
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/425542_3038416912237_1017421199_3086329_1077102590_n.jpg)
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cheers! actually snorted snot down my nose after seeing that!
Brilliant.
Spot on!
It's needs one of those plastic water globe things that go mouldy after a few weeks:
(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/156/428977446_918414ec8e.jpg)
Adam Adamowicz. Feb 8th 2012. The big C.
Designer on Fallout and Skyrim.
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Quote from: Daveycandlish on 13 February, 2012, 07:57:03 PM
Comedy actor David Kelly, aged 82.
He may have had a 50 year career but to me he will always be the guy who played one armed Albert in Robin's Nest
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-17020494
I
thought that was him! I used to watch Robin's Nest every week! Blimey, that's going back some...
Comic Frank Carson aged 85.
It was the way he told them. :(
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Quote from: vzzbux on 15 February, 2012, 08:13:05 PM
H from steps.
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/425542_3038416912237_1017421199_3086329_1077102590_n.jpg)
Comedy genius!
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It was a cracker, Frank.
"It's a croaker"
I suspect Adrian is like the John Motson of RIPs and has a big list of celebs names with top death based puns suitable for each and he's just waiting for them to pass away. And they never manage to be on the wrong side of tasteful.
Do keep it up.
The sad say Sir Patrick Moore finally leaves us will only be cushioned by the agreeable headline 'No more Mr Night Sky' - thank you Viz.
I spent a good minute or so to see if he had died then, misreading that - ! Instead I found only that my beloved Michel Roux Jr has been badmouthing the youth of today and bemoaning immigrants. Sigh.
Sorry, I really could have typed that better.
John Surtees, top cinematographer. He worked with Eastwood and on the brilliant biopic Lenny with Dustin Hoffman.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-17193104
Dirty Harry was on last night ITV4. Sorry to hear the cinematographer who made it is no longer with us.
Still great and of course one of the the inspirations for Judge Dredd.
Davy Jones of The Monkees aged 66, from heart attack...
Aw man, shocked at that.
Please don't tell my wife, she'll be very upset.
JvB
Ahh, I'm sorry to hear that. The Monkees were an after-school teatime favourite in our house. No age at all.
Thats a sad loss. :/
Sad to hear about Davy Jones.
I know The Monkees are often remembered for their TV stuff but their music circa Head was pretty fine stuff.
Very sad news. RIP Davy.
Sad news indeed. Always had a soft spot for The Monkees, especially as I'm a Believer was number one the day I was born.
Farewell Davy, I'll take my 'Best of' to work tonight and sing along :'(
R.I.P.
(http://image.guardian.co.uk/sys-images/Film/Pix/gallery/2006/06/20/davyjones3.jpg)
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This is very sad indeed.
Sad news. Davy Jones has gone to the great gig in the sky.
PC David Rathband in my hometown :(
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-17216389
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2108496/Pc-David-Rathband-shot-blinded-Raoul-Moat-dead-suspected-suicide.html
There almost isn't words. Awful.
P C David Rathband set up the Blue Lamp Foundation a charity to help injured Police and Emergency service workers.
http://www.bluelamp-foundation.org/charityoftheyear.html
Not exagerating saying I'm devastated by the news of PC Rathband dying. Very sad, indeed.
Heard about this as i was leaving work. Yes, incredibly sad news.
We need to get guns out of our society.
Robin Of Sherwood/ Catweazel creator Richard Carpenter, at 78.
Guess that Robin revival will never happen now, which makes me very sad. Although i can do without jack whitehall as catweazel.
RIP kip.
SBT
Ah shit that's rotten news. The wife is a big fan, only the other night we were admiring a Robin of Sherwood novelisation he'd signed for her. Have watched the DVDs a few times now, it stands up incredibly well, and the Boy was captivated. His commentaries are particularly brilliant, he sounded like a lovely guy.
Quote from: SmallBlueThing on 02 March, 2012, 12:58:39 PM
Robin Of Sherwood/ Catweazel creator Richard Carpenter, at 78.
Guess that Robin revival will never happen now, which makes me very sad. Although i can do without jack whitehall as catweazel.
RIP kip.
SBT
I dunno... in a small way it will.
I'm playtesting a table top RPG 'Darkwood' set in a forest... Robin Hood ain't in it but the idea is that the escapades of the players in someway formed at least part of the legend, without actually being the story of Robin Hood...
OK hardly a TV series or film, etc... But it's a good romp ;)
I was playtester for the first edition years ago too (and some of my creations made the cut into the game itself) ... that one sold on three continents!! (OK only one copy in Australia, but it counts!)
Quote from: Goaty on 29 February, 2012, 06:10:55 PM
Davy Jones of The Monkees aged 66, from heart attack...
When Malchi told me that Davy Jones had died, I thought she was joking. Then I saw her face, now I'm a bereaver.
Louisiana Red great blues guitarist.
http://www.louisiana-red.com/index.php?id=2
:(
Ralph McQuarrie aged 82 :'(
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 04 March, 2012, 02:31:42 AM
Ralph McQuarrie aged 82 :'(
A brilliant artist, with a brilliant vision.
http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=33315
Quote from: locustsofdeath! on 04 March, 2012, 03:05:44 AM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 04 March, 2012, 02:31:42 AM
Ralph McQuarrie aged 82 :'(
A brilliant artist, with a brilliant vision.
http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=33315
One of my all time favourites, heavily inspired Star Wars as im sure you all know.
Ralph was the greatest concept artist of them all, I lived in his 'unused' SW paintings for much of my childhood. Very, very sad to hear he's gone.
Aw man, I love his work. His concept work on the Star Wars movies and Battlestar Galactica was just beautiful.
Has anyone found what he died of? It's just a remember seeing an interview in recent years where his hands trembled violently and wondered if it was Parkinsons or something like it
Very sad news indeed. The world has one less Genius.
V
Damn that's sad news about Ralph McQuarrie. Years ago I picked up the concept art portfolios for both A New Hope and Jedi - each one containing about 20 prints of Ralph's paintings, and they're absolutely stunning. A true visionary, who's contribution to the Lucas legend can never be underestimated.
Aye, very sad news this. On the Empire of Dreams Doc he didnt look to be in the best of health, but this is still a shock.
So much of what we love about Star Wars was down to Ralph. A superb artist and visionary.
Ralph McQuarrie. He shaped a universe. :( :(
He shaped some of the most iconic images of cinema history. Very sad to hear the news.
Without Ralph, there would be no 2000ad.
RIP.
Never forgot these;
(http://media.screened.com/uploads/0/47/606719-mcquarrie.jpg)
(http://www.cgsociety.org/stories/2009_05/expose_grandmaster/page1_img04_c3po_r2d2.jpg)
Own all but the Fett concept. Still trying though (at a reasonable price).
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ccGXesYV-eA/TMZACPCFXYI/AAAAAAAACNo/9_OFksypsUk/s1600/concept-420x420.jpg)
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Philip Madoc of Doctor Who/ A Mind To Kill and always know as the U-boat Captain in Dad's Army.
:(
Its safe to say your name now Pike.
Jimmy Ellis who sang Disco Inferno.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-17311645
I wonder if they will be play his song at the service if he is cremated.
Can't quite get my head around this one.
Moebius.
http://www.europe1.fr/Culture/Jean-Giraud-alias-Moebius-est-mort-E1-983443/
so sad to hear it
oh damn no! :( :( H e was a flipping genius. So many of his images are in my head.
Such a shame - he had a cracking slightly off kilter style that I loved. Had his Iron Man poster on my wall for years as a teen but this one is more appropriate today.
(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c118/button71/moebius2.jpg)
A true original.
Wow, that's a sad one. Strangely enough, I've got a hardback Incal on it's way in the post! It shall be treasured. :( Just got the dispatch email 7 minutes ago :o
While I love Moebius' own freaky stories and peerless design, it was his art on Fort Navajo and Lt. Blueberry that really did it for me. I just couldn't get enough of that stuff when I was a kid. Very sorry to hear of his passing, he always seemed so young.
A genuine genius. An artist that could make astonishing alien world's, their inhabitants and the sun, stone and dust of the old west and make each so utterly authentic and real. We're lucky to have had him.
Like Franzetta, he was a true master of fantasy/science fiction/comic art.
Shamefully i have very little of Moebius' work in my collection - which is something i must rectify.
A true original.
He drew great cocks.
So I've heard.
Only just heard this. Today we've lost a giant.
Very sad news, truly a giant of the art form.
A sad day indeed.
Quite a few droids have posted on this, most moving is the tribute from Dave Taylor who was heavily-influenced by him and knew him:
http://d-taylor-comics-music-ford-mustangs.blogspot.com/2012/03/rest-in-peace-jean-moebius-giraud.html
http://kidr77.blogspot.com/2012/03/moebius-passes-away.html
http://secret-oranges.blogspot.com/2012/03/rip-moebius.html
http://viciousimagery.blogspot.com/2012/03/genius-jean-moebius-giraud-rest-in.html
http://www.kekw.org/rip-jean-giraud
Thats a great hour long doc on the Secret Oranges site, cheers for the link.
RIP Moebius.
filip
Bleeding Cool have a few tributes running:
www.bleedingcool.com/2012/03/10/moebius-aka-jean-girard-aka-gir-has-passed-away/
www.bleedingcool.com/2012/03/10/tributes-to-moebius-from-beginning-to-end-to-back-again/
www.bleedingcool.com/2012/03/10/remembering-moebius-through-his-art/
And over on FP:
http://forbiddenplanet.co.uk/blog/2012/genius-lost-r-i-p-jean-giraud-moebius-1938-2012/
merde
Just caught up on my weekend Skiing viewing.
R.I.P. Nick Zoricic.
Not a nice way to go, but doing what he loved.
(http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Sport/Pix/pictures/2012/3/11/1331465892198/Nik-Zoricic-who-died-duri-007.jpg)
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I really only read Moebius properly this Christmas with the Incal, I had read the Silver Surfer and the Airtight Garage years ago, but not familiar with t he stories and characters, I didnt take much heed of them.
Incal on the other hand was a romp, the art style varied from hyper realistic to cartoony, with neither style feeling out of place. Great story too, never letting up pace and throwing the reader in at the deep end of this world of John Difool (the Fool?)
I also think that this may have been the inspiration of the Krool heart, or am I off target on that one?
I remember reading Blueberry in Speakeasy years ago, and the art was vey like Glen Fabrys early stuff on Slaine. I keep an eye out for more of his books.
RIP
George Tupou, aged 63 King of Tonga
Jackie Wilson :(
Jackie Wilson died in 1984. You mean darts player Jocky Wilson has just died.
You didn't work for Top of the Pops in the 80s, did you?
(They mixed it up in comic fashion)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvDlx4yvyaI&feature=fvst (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvDlx4yvyaI&feature=fvst)
[ attempt to be funny = failed :( ]
That's the reason I put Jackie instead of Jocky , my good man :)
I retract my correction. It's not your fault I'm thick. Can I use the losing an hour's sleep excuse?
Does this mean Dexy's will re-release it?
Reading that about Jocky reminded me of that Dexies performance too. That was classic.
Rip Jocky.
I like those books he used to write about Tracey Beaker.
Robert Fuest, director, production designer and artist, born 30 September 1927; died 21 March 2012
(http://cf.badassdigest.com/_uploads/images/19162/fuestbanner__span.jpg)
Criminally underrated artist who directed the Dr. Phibes films.
1975 The Devil's Rain
1973 The Final Programme
1972 Dr. Phibes Rises Again
1971 The Abominable Dr. Phibes
1970 And Soon the Darkness
1970 Wuthering Heights
http://www.guardian.co.uk/film/2012/mar/26/robert-fuest
Central Office of Information; keeping psychotherapists in work for 60 years.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5agI4f4QvI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5agI4f4QvI)
my brother in law,ken who died yesterday as well as my other brother in laws father in law on monday! wierd thing is both asked for milk the day before ken aint touched the stuff since he was 2! any one else experienced that?
Jim Marshall. Without him, the world would be a much duller, quieter place.
Sorry to hear that, Mogz. My thoughts are with you.
Quote from: DrRocka on 05 April, 2012, 11:23:29 AM
Jim Marshall. Without him, the world would be a much duller, quieter place.
Indeed R.I.P Jim
Sorry to hear that Mogs.
cheers, harder to come to terms with as his wife has been doing her damndest to turn him against his mum and siblings and suceeded and we still dont know why! just got the funeral next friday then we'll never have to see the nasty bitch again!
Sorry to hear that, Mogz. Also sorry to hear about his wife's petty silliness. My brother's wife seems to have a similar agenda, sadly
Sheesh Mogz that's a mountain of awful. Hope things settle down for the better once the formalities are over.
Gaudy Christian schmaltz peddler Thomas Kinkade.
Didn't hear about this at the time but . . .
THE BILL actor Colin Tarrant (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-17693848)
Adrienne Rich (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-17546224). A fortnight ago. My initial reaction being surprise that she was still alive (even though she wasn't by then, but you know what I mean.)
Peter Wragg has died. He was responsible for designing the majority of Red Dwarf's visual effects - including Starbug, Kyrten and.. well basically all of it. He's responsible for a lot that went into my mind as a fanatic young Dwarf fan - and there's probably still one of my many plasticine Starbugs lodged behind a school radiator to testify to that. R.I.P.
...and, as Doug Naylor himself has (possibly angrily) tweeted me - his models have graced Captain Scarlet, Thunderbirds and Doctor Who and he was responsible for all visual effects trickery in Bottom to say the least of his wide and varied effects career
(http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/108/1/7/starbug_for_peter_wragg_by_crazyfoxmachine-d4wmb5e.jpg)
Levon Helm very soon.
That is sad news about Peter Wragg, great model effects on a slim tv budget. I always liked the little Tardis near the exit to Starbugs hanger. R.I.P.
Stew.
Greg Ham
Down Six Feet Under (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-17767264)
Jonathan Frid of Dark Shadows.
The original Barnabas Collins. (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/ustv/news/a377320/dark-shadows-barnabas-collins-actor-jonathan-frid-dies-aged-87.html)
Levon Helm is gone -
Unbelievably this is him only two months ago.... -->
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4f9weWSvuA
and now sadly Bert Weedon has died.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-17781762
Sad few weeks for music.
I don't think this one has been mentioned here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-17675175
Lord (Jack) Ashley - socialist, parliamentarian and lifelong campaigner for the disabled
He was once my local MP and I met him a few times. An MP of the old stock, with values and concerns and not just interested in his media profile or his expenses.
MCA of the Beastie Boys
http://www.tmz.com/2012/05/04/beastie-boys-adam-yauch-dead/
:(
This sucks.
That's pretty rubbish and 48 is no age.
On a happier note, RIP Lib Dems :}
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 04 May, 2012, 06:43:45 PM
MCA of the Beastie Boys
http://www.tmz.com/2012/05/04/beastie-boys-adam-yauch-dead/
I've been a HUGE Beastie Boys fan since their first single. They've been a massive part of my life ever since. So upset.
Quote from: Toni Scandella on 04 May, 2012, 07:13:30 PM
On a happier note, RIP Lib Dems :}
There's nothing left and they haven't even had a election down here in their former heartlands.
It'll be a real rip when we wipe them out down here next year.
Quote from: Lee Bates on 04 May, 2012, 07:20:15 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 04 May, 2012, 06:43:45 PM
MCA of the Beastie Boys
http://www.tmz.com/2012/05/04/beastie-boys-adam-yauch-dead/
I've been a HUGE Beastie Boys fan since their first single. They've been a massive part of my life ever since. So upset.
Yeah same here i'm gutted :(
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 04 May, 2012, 06:43:45 PM
MCA of the Beastie Boys
http://www.tmz.com/2012/05/04/beastie-boys-adam-yauch-dead/ (http://www.tmz.com/2012/05/04/beastie-boys-adam-yauch-dead/)
That's like a punch to the 'nads. From the way they developed musically, to the way they ran
Grand Royal, to the way they led their lives; all three Beasties have proven they were on the side of the good guys.
Make Some Noise (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WdgLMslbDuY&ob=av3e)
Hey Ladies (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Naf5uJYGoiU&ob=av2e)
Ch-Check It Out (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0i1iGa96GYM)
So Wha'cha Want? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ru3gH27Fn6E&ob=av2e)
Body Movin' (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvRBUw_Ls2o&ob=av2e)
Sabotage (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5rRZdiu1UE&ob=av2e)
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 04 May, 2012, 06:43:45 PM
MCA of the Beastie Boys
How incredibly sad. About the only thing my next-youngest brother and I have ever had in common is a deep love of the Beastie Boys.
Seems a grim time for music all round
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-17923460
The guitarist who came up with the riff for the theme music to Shaft has passed on. I love that mad wah wah sound. :(
Thanks for the music, Adam.
I was lucky enough to see the Beasties live at Reading in 1998 and was totally blown away by their show. They always made everything they did look fun. It's a damn shame.
On a side note, anyone else think Mike D looks like Johnny Alpha in those later photos going round at the moment?
http://media.photobucket.com/image/beastie%20boys%20sydney%202007/beastie_boys_news/dailytelegraph2-17-07.jpg (http://media.photobucket.com/image/beastie%20boys%20sydney%202007/beastie_boys_news/dailytelegraph2-17-07.jpg)
Heh, totally!
In Sound from Way Out playing now. Huge loss to the world of music :'(
RIP MCA
Maurice Sendak, author of Where the Wild Things Are.
Thank you for memorable of the book when I was very little.
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/8d/Where_The_Wild_Things_Are_(book)_cover.jpg)
Now the Beasties have been hit with a lawsuit. Over copyright infringement. From TWENTY YEARS AGO.
My tortie kitten Mushroom, found dead on the road this morning, barely a year old. A cat in a million.
Quote from: TordelBack on 09 May, 2012, 12:03:17 PM
My tortie kitten Mushroom, found dead on the road this morning, barely a year old. A cat in a million.
I am so sorry. :(
Oh that's horrible. Sorry to hear that Tordelback
That's dreadful. So very sorry tordleback.
SBT
Sorry to hear that, Tordelback :(
Awww, sorry to hear that, TB. Coming from a cat-loving family with a house beside a main road, I know all too well what it's like.
Condolences Tordelback
I came to the realisation that my cherished dog would be dead now had he not been run over years ago. We were on holiday and he was in the care of my mother-in-law. Trying to explain to an 18 month child why her dog is not coming when she calls isn't an easy thing.
My daughter is 23 now, so he'd be gone anyway. Doesn't make me miss him less of course. He was a great dog, especially with my daughter. He checked her first thing in the morning and told us if she cried and we didn't here for any reason. He had decided she was his responsibility from the day she came home from hospital.
Pets are family. Indeed animals are generally more reliable... (not calling my daughter unreliable... but she has a brother (snigger)).
Bloody pets, just one more way for the world to hurt you.
Thanks for the thoughts, all. Telling the kids was the worst part, as she was 'their' first kitten (our other three moggies are over 10, so predate them), and an incredibly gentle and affectionate animal - hardly a cat at all.
All of our cats have been now been hit by cars, as despite purposely deliberately living in cul-de-sac the next road over has become a ridiculously fast rat-run short cut, but Mushroom is the first one to be killed outright. At least some kind soul had the decency to move her on to the pavement where I found her, a duty I've performed myself many times, and am now pleased to see the difference it makes to the owner.
Ah well, we've room for another lost cause now I suppose.
Sorry to hear that, TB.
My condolences, TB.
Vidal Sassoon aged 84
Sorry to hear about your moggy Tback.
Really, really sorry to hear that TordelBack. All the best.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 09 May, 2012, 09:39:40 PM
Vidal Sassoon aged 84
Tenuous link to 2000ad. Didn't they ask him for a quote for the graphic novel of Hewligan's Haircut and he responded with:
"We don't wish to be associated with this sort of thing?"
And they put it on the graphic novel anyway?
The New Yorker website published a Sendak/Art Spielgelman collaboration depicting a conversation they had back in the '90s. Contains a great line from Sendak: "Childhood is cannibals and psychotics vomiting in your mouth!"
http://www.newyorker.com/online/blogs/culture/spieg-sendak.jpg (http://www.newyorker.com/online/blogs/culture/spieg-sendak.jpg)
Quote from: Misanthrope on 10 May, 2012, 11:18:54 PM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 09 May, 2012, 09:39:40 PM
Vidal Sassoon aged 84
Tenuous link to 2000ad. Didn't they ask him for a quote for the graphic novel of Hewligan's Haircut and he responded with:
"We don't wish to be associated with this sort of thing?"
And they put it on the graphic novel anyway?
I remember hearing that story too. Classic :)
Tony DeZungia, fantastic comicbook artist who drew one heck of a mean Jonah Hex, amongst others.
http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/2012/05/10/r-i-p-tony-dezuniga/ (http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/2012/05/10/r-i-p-tony-dezuniga/)
sad to hear it
Very sorry to hear it Tordels.
Poor little thing went on my birthday, my own gran and great gran did too.
We have a tiny little tortie girl too, not yet a year, I do worry where goes out as she shows no sense when running across the road.
Duck Dunn died in his sleep on tour :( :o
Brilliant bassist with Booker T & the MGs - if you don't know who he is, watch The Blues Brothers - he's in that. I've seen him live several times. Man, they were brilliant
Donald 'Duck' Dunn?!? No way! Damn shame - he was a bearded pipe smoking legend of a bass player. Hmm, must dig out the Blues Brothers and watch tonight, in his honour.
Just coming to post about Dunn myself. :( Fantastic bass player.
Man - that one hits me hard. Dunn really WAS a terrific musician.
Blues Brothers is my all time favourite movie, it was only after that that I started seeing his name just about everywhere. He played with all the greats, what a dude.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_juH0AHvwk (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_juH0AHvwk)
That's him in the background, holding down the groove with The Memphis Horns in the best session band ever assembled (sorry, Funk Bros). What a show, what a band and what a man.
That Stax tour of Europe must have been like The Apollo Theatre crash landing in Amish country. When Dave incites the audience to stand up, instead of earnestly tapping their tightly held together knees, security actually rush in to hold back the most polite stage invasion ever.
I'd like to say Duck's death is a tragedy, but he led a long and happy life playing on some of the greatest records of all time and touring the world with his childhood friends (who also turned out to be geniuses); that seems more like a cause for celebration to me.
A top bassist from a truly excellent band, this is one of my all time tracks:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bpS-cOBK6Q
Respect to the man! Booker T was one of the best.
Donna Summer aged 63 reportedly from cancer :'(
Wow. She was a great talent.
JvB
Oh no, I loved Donna.
Also just heard Doug Dillard done died too.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 17 May, 2012, 05:13:26 PM
Donna Summer aged 63 reportedly from cancer :'(
Repeating something i said out loud the other day FUCK CANCER
Quote from: klute on 17 May, 2012, 06:49:47 PM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 17 May, 2012, 05:13:26 PM
Donna Summer aged 63 reportedly from cancer :'(
Repeating something i said out loud the other day FUCK CANCER
An incredible tune (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzjMvbHBPYU) that so many musicians, from electro to hip hop, credit with changing the way they thought about music. I don't think you can over-estimate how odd and new that sounded in the context of the regressive punk, formulaic disco and sanitised pop music that dominated the airwaves in 1977.
Quote from: klute on 17 May, 2012, 06:49:47 PM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 17 May, 2012, 05:13:26 PM
Donna Summer aged 63 reportedly from cancer :'(
Repeating something i said out loud the other day FUCK CANCER
Amen, Klute. I think we've all had quite enough of its vile little existence.
Its a great shame to hear of her passing. Her partnership with Moroder produced some of the best dance tracks of all time.
Big Brother Ten contestant dies at the age of 30 (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/tv/s149/big-brother/news/a382239/big-brother-10-contestant-sophia-brown-dies-aged-30.html)!!!!!
Sad to hear of Donna Summer. Not that old really.
That bb lass was terribly young too.
Fuck cancer indeed. Goodbye, Donna Summer. Speaking as an ageing clubber, she's left the club scene a better place; indeed without the influence 'I Feel Love' I don't think the subsequent dance music would have been as much fun.
Never heard of the BB contestant, but 30 is wayyy too young.
Alan Oakley, the man who designed Raleigh's iconic Chopper bike on the back of an envelope, died on friday aged 85.
Robin Gibb, of Bee Gees...
When Paul Gambicini dies who are they going to wheel out every time they need a soundbite about a dead popstar?
Buggerit, Robin Gibb has cost me a tenner. Me and some friends did a 'celebrity deadpool' bet about 6 months ago and he's the first off the list to die. Damn you Brucie and your freakish longevity!
Quote from: JamesC on 21 May, 2012, 12:28:27 PM
When Paul Gambicini dies who are they going to wheel out every time they need a soundbite about a dead popstar?
I laughed for two minutes solid,
James. Maybe the BBC should start training both Radcliffe
and Maconie up, just in case.
On the other hand, sad news about the latest death to hit the Gibb family.
Quote from: JamesC on 21 May, 2012, 12:28:27 PM
When Paul Gambicini dies who are they going to wheel out every time they need a soundbite about a dead popstar?
That's why Paul Gambaccini will
never die.
Gambaccini for rock stars. Barry Cryer for comedians. It's
THE LAW.
I think we'd all be extremely hard pressed to think of a more un-cool and un-fashionable band than the Bee Gees, but those boys certainly knew how to write a tune.
RIP Robin.
HMS Ardent. 30 years ago today. We will remember them.
(http://www.artenchant.com/images/HMSArdent.jpg)
V
Quote from: Judge Jack on 21 May, 2012, 07:04:46 PM
I think we'd all be extremely hard pressed to think of a more un-cool and un-fashionable band than the Bee Gees, but those boys certainly knew how to write a tune.
RIP Robin.
Bay city rollers.
RIP Robin.
Comics artist Ernie Chan, best known for his work on Marvel's Conan the Barbarian and The Savage Sword of Conan: http://www.digitalspy.com/comics/news/a382436/conan-artist-ernie-chan-dies-aged-71.html.
Ernie Chan was my first 'favorite artist' when I started reading comics. :(
Eugene Polley, inventor of the TV remote.
YOU MADE ME FAT, EUGENE.
His batteries finally ran out...for good.
Thanks Eugene.
(http://righttruth.typepad.com/.a/6a00d83451c49a69e2016766af8e75970b-500wi)
Polley invented the calculator too. "5318008" will be engraved on his cenotaph.
To paraphrase Roger, CALCULATORS ARE MADE OF 71077345.
I wish remote controls were still called Space Command controls!
Arsom, in a box:
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7E8TNWYfhwE/TwH8yntfK5I/AAAAAAAAAHo/M6nVBQrJ2C4/s320/%2524%2528KGrHqZ%252C%2521oME63%2528ZymfmBP%2521M1VNKng%257E%257E60_3.JPG)
and just look at that Zenith logo:
(http://www.radiolaguy.com/AdsPosters/ZenithSteveAllen-S.jpg)
Sorry for bring up off-topic SillyWorld old joke; "Remote"
(http://www.2000adonline.com/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=30293.0;attach=4363;image)
Are they absolutely sure he is dead though, did anyone check his batteries or smack him against the arm of the sofa first?
Quote from: Rog69 on 23 May, 2012, 01:04:26 PM
Are they absolutely sure he is dead though, did anyone check his batteries or smack him against the arm of the sofa first?
I feel really guilty about it, but I laughed out loud at that.
So did I. Then I looked around for the "like" button.
Quote from: TordelBack on 23 May, 2012, 07:23:08 AM
To paraphrase Roger, CALCULATORS ARE MADE OF 71077345.
Quote from: bikini kill on 23 May, 2012, 07:18:55 AM
Polley invented the calculator too. "5318008" will be engraved on his cenotaph.
I read these without even thinking about it. I've spent far too much time doing stupid calculator work.
Sad news, though.
JvB
My Aunt, who's sadly died last night of Cancer!!! :(
That's crushing news. All the best to you and your family BSC.
JvB
sorry to hear that mate.
Sorry to hear that, BSC. Hope you and the family are coping okay.
Leo Dillon dead at 79 (http://blastr.com/2012/05/legendary-science-fictio-leo-dillon.php)
Channing Tatum in GI Joe 2 :'( :'( :'(
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 31 May, 2012, 12:13:44 AM
Channing Tatum in GI Joe 2 :'( :'( :'(
Test audience wasn't happy about that so that the real reason it delay for 8 months for "3D update" >:(
Can it possibly be delayed longer? Like forever longer?
I find it hard to take anyone with the name Channing seriously.
I would seriously take Stockard Channing.
She's 68.
Just one more year to go, then...
Geriphile.
How very dare you. I can't stand the Spice Girls.
I know this will give you the biggest fear-ection of your life:
Is The End Nigh: Rockefellers And Rothschilds Merge
You know its bad when... two of the largest and best-known 'familia' in Europe and the US come together. As the FT reports, The Rockefellers and The Rothschilds are uniting under a common group as Rothschild Investment Trust and Rockefeller Financial Services become one. The patriarchs (David Rockefeller 96, and Lord Rothschild 76) have been 'connected' for five decades. Between the Rothschild's 'sprawling' multi-century banking empire across Europe and the Rockefeller's roots in 1882 Oil-money, we can only imagine the Illuminati, Freemasons, Templars, and Central Bankers of the world are quaking in their boots at this new global force for change - The Rothsellers or is it The Rockchilds. What next? It seems only Soros is left to complete the holy trinity...
http://www.zerohedge.com/news/end-nigh-rockefellers-and-rothschilds-merge
They are consolidating their power base in preparation for taking control of the entire global banking system.
Banks are like sharks.
Hang on - what just happened?
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 31 May, 2012, 02:29:31 AM
Hang on - what just happened?
You've just been called a cunt. Are you simpering?
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 31 May, 2012, 02:29:31 AM
Hang on - what just happened?
Do not panic.
You have just experienced an irreverent thread conjecture.
Normal service will resume as soon as possible.
That is all....
Kathryn Joosten of Desperate Housewives and The West Wing fame, at the tender age of 72, of lung cancer. Irronically, just 20 days after her character in Desperate Housewives onscreen death.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 03 June, 2012, 12:14:00 AM
Kathryn Joosten of Desperate Housewives and The West Wing fame, at the tender age of 72, of lung cancer. Irronically, just 20 days after her character in Desperate Housewives onscreen death.
Not so ironic as they wrote her out because she was dying.
Do you write for Alanis Morrisette?
Ah, apologises!!! Didn't realise that, just going off the Wikipedia article!!! Also, what do you mean " Do you write for Alanis Morrisette"??
Her 'Isn't it ironic' song has almost no ironic circumstances in it - which actually is slightly ironic.
Quote from: Dark Bat King on 03 June, 2012, 01:24:58 PM
Her 'Isn't it ironic' song has almost no ironic circumstances in it - which actually is slightly ironic.
Are you Ed Byrne?
RIP - Colin 'Kool Colin' Samuel Armstrong - Aged 27 - Car crash - travelling stone masonary artist x
http://www.townsvillebulletin.com.au/article/2012/05/30/334231_news.html
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-18314963
Actor and gameshow host Richard Dawson.
Didn't know about the rest of his career (and married to Diana Dors blimey) but he will always be for me the evil ultra-capitalist host of the Arnie film The Running Man.
Quote from: Zarjazzer on 03 June, 2012, 07:17:58 PM
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-18314963 Actor and gameshow host Richard Dawson.
Didn't know about the rest of his career (and married to Diana Dors blimey) but he will always be for me the evil ultra-capitalist host of the Arnie film The Running Man.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpSbeiPLB30&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpSbeiPLB30&feature=related)
Quote from: bikini kill on 03 June, 2012, 01:39:13 PM
Quote from: Dark Bat King on 03 June, 2012, 01:24:58 PM
Her 'Isn't it ironic' song has almost no ironic circumstances in it - which actually is slightly ironic.
Are you Ed Byrne?
No, but he'd be great as half of Sinister & Dexter.
Quote from: Dark Bat King on 03 June, 2012, 09:31:50 PM
Quote from: bikini kill on 03 June, 2012, 01:39:13 PM
Quote from: Dark Bat King on 03 June, 2012, 01:24:58 PM
Her 'Isn't it ironic' song has almost no ironic circumstances in it - which actually is slightly ironic.
Are you Ed Byrne?
No, but he'd be great as half of Sinister & Dexter.
If you're going comedy, then you'd have to cast Chris Rock as his other half.
[spoiler]Lane Pryce. :([/spoiler]
Eduard Khil AKA "Mr. Trololo"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETkQ9RGR6JQ
and Orville the Cat...
http://www.torontosun.com/2012/06/04/artist-turns-dead-cat-into-chopper
Quote
and Orville the Cat...
http://www.torontosun.com/2012/06/04/artist-turns-dead-cat-into-chopper
That's what I want after my funeral.
awww hell
http://io9.com/5916175/rip-ray-bradbury-author-of-fahrenheit-451-and-the-martian-chronicles
Quote from: johnnystress on 06 June, 2012, 03:30:34 PM
awww hell
http://io9.com/5916175/rip-ray-bradbury-author-of-fahrenheit-451-and-the-martian-chronicles
Rather spooky coincidence, I was looking at a copy of the Martian Chronicles in Waterstones today, thinking I should get around to reading them. I'll have to pick up a copy next time I'm in town.
Quote from: johnnystress on 06 June, 2012, 03:30:34 PM
awww hell
http://io9.com/5916175/rip-ray-bradbury-author-of-fahrenheit-451-and-the-martian-chronicles
Damn.
'A Sound of Thunder' is one of the greatest Sci fi stories ever written. Must re read some of his books.
That is sad news. Another giant of sci fi has fallen. :'(
R.I.P Ray Bradbury. He was a great writer and better still a great human being.
I started reading Ray Bradbury (Something Wicked This Way Comes) at nine years old, and over the years his work has been like a comforting friend to me. I'm not one to get too broken over a passing celebrity, but this really hits home. R.I.P., Mr. Bradbury.
Bradbury has been one of my favourite authors since the (tangentially related) Martian Chronicles TV series inspired me aged 10ish to pick up the book of the same name. I've enjoyed almost everything he ever wrote, but particular favourites are the Green Town trilogy that spins loosely out of Dandelion Wine and the collection S is for Space. Even helping my mildly-dyslexic brother through 'Franaeiht 541' for exams didn't dent my appreciation.
A true master of both atmospheric detail and the hauntingly inexplicable. 91 isn't a bad innings when you've been out and about until almost the very end, and I'm truly delighted he lived to appreciate that song.
Very sad to hear this - Ray Bradbury, the poet of Science Fiction, no longer with us. I Remember reading and loving 'A Sound of Thunder' many, many years ago; he had an incomparable talent for creating clever and magical short stories.
Bye Ray, finally going to Barsoom!
Sad new indeed about Bradbury. I'm not as big a fan of his work now as I was growing up, but hearing of his death reminds me how much I loved reading him. The Martian Chronicles of course, also one of his comic-thrillers A Graveyard for Lunatics, and especially Dandelion Wine - I read that one in one all-night session when I was about 14.
Have fun on the million year picnic, Ray.
I started reading Ray Bradbury after the Martian Chronicles TV series too. It was the first proper sci-fi novel that I read and is still one of the best. I still have my paperback copy from the early 80's, I'm going to read Rocket Summer to my daughter for her bedtime story tonight if I can keep it from falling to pieces.
RIP Ray.
Quote from: Rog69 on 07 June, 2012, 08:38:19 AM
I'm going to read Rocket Summer to my daughter for her bedtime story tonight if I can keep it from falling to pieces.
That's a beautiful story, and it's a good example of how Bradbury used sci-fi concepts as an excuse for poetic imagery. Entire races ascending to Mars on clouds of warm air. . .
Quote from: Rog69 on 07 June, 2012, 08:38:19 AM
I started reading Ray Bradbury after the Martian Chronicles TV series too. It was the first proper sci-fi novel that I read and is still one of the best. I still have my paperback copy from the early 80's,
yes, me too. That TV adaptation really blew my mind as a kid - time for a re-read I think. 'Something Wicked..' was also an incredible book, but y'know I don't think I've ever actualy read Farenheit 451.
I was thinking exacty the same thing this morning, when looking over the bradbury section in waterstones. I think it's the one (of his major works) ive not got or read. Will remedy that very soon. I also first found his stories through the tv martian chronicles back in the day, which also blew my mind. A week or so ago i spent a few bedtimes reading the boys some of his stories- the jar and skeleton notably, as well as some of his dinosaur tales- and they loved them, even if they maybe didnt 'get' them completely. Rest in peace, ray.
SBT
Quote from: Tombo on 06 June, 2012, 03:47:02 PM
Rather spooky coincidence, I was looking at a copy of the Martian Chronicles in Waterstones today, thinking I should get around to reading them. I'll have to pick up a copy next time I'm in town.
Bet the price has gone up now...
I think Fahrenheit 451 is the only Ray Bradbury book I have read. Must read more.
I've never seen the Martian Chronicles tv series either. :(
Problem No. 2 solved: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqkcYyUVe40&feature=related
Bob Welch, former member of Fleetwood Mac - shot himself apparently.
Going back to Bradbury (I've been on holiday far from my keyboard) one of my favourite stories will always be Something Wicked This Way Comes
Have you seen the film version of 'Something Wicked ...'? (1983). Good stuff - dark and surreal, especially for a Disney pic.
'There Will Come Soft Rains' is one of my fave Bradbury short stories; a haunting and sublime post- Apoc tale.
Yeah, I have watched that film. Its very unlike any other live action Disney. Bradbury was such an influence on countless people, the guy deserves his own thread.
"Its mouth gaped, exposing a fence of teeth like daggers. Its eyes rolled, ostrich eggs, empty of all expression save hunger. It closed its mouth in a death grin. It ran, its pelvic bones crushing aside trees and bushes, its taloned feet clawing damp earth, leaving prints six inches deep wherever it settled its weight.
It ran with a gliding ballet step, far too poised and balanced for its ten tons. It moved into a sunlit area warily, its beautifully reptilian hands feeling the air."
'A Sound of Thunder' -Ray Bradbury,1952.
Were Old One Eye or Satanus ever described so elegantly?
Nolan Miller - Costume designer behind Morticia Addams's dress and Dynasty.
Henry Hill - mobster whose autobiography became Goodfellas.
L.A.P.D's favourite punchbag...
http://uk.news.yahoo.com/rodney-king-found-dead-swimming-pool-153214003.html?nc
Quote from: strontium71 on 17 June, 2012, 06:00:44 PM
L.A.P.D's favourite punchbag...http://uk.news.yahoo.com/rodney-king-found-dead-swimming-pool-153214003.html?nc
Rodney King's Greatest Hits (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&NR=1&v=iAc718W8axM)
I'm looking forward to reading some enlightening internet comments over the next few days.
Quote from: Roger Godpleton on 17 June, 2012, 06:33:54 PM
I'm looking forward to reading some enlightening internet comments over the next few days.
"Can't we all just get along?" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsQYyr_L-cU)
Brian Hibbard of flying pickets dies after cancer battle,horrible disease
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPBHdU-TD24&feature=youtu.be
Tom Maynard, talented young cricketer at just 23
http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jun/18/tom-maynard-surrey-batsman-dies
Not a good time for the people of South Wales. RIP Victor Spinetti
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-18148017
The former forum member who we do not name just revealed his cat- source of some of his many fake internet I.D names- has passed away. And then sworn on her life!
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1343727/board/flat/200658363?d=latest&t=20120619151554#latest (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1343727/board/flat/200658363?d=latest&t=20120619151554#latest)
Apparently Richard Lynch has passed away aged 72
Caroline John who played Liz Shaw with Jon Pertwee's Doctor (Who)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-18531461 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-18531461)
Oh no. I remember watching her on telly in Dr Who a while back. Sad to hear she's gone. I think writer Mark Gatiss included her in something called P.R.O.B.E. Have to find out more about it.
English football.
At least it avoids an embarrassing destruction by Gremany, so it's not all bad...
Lonesome George
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2164196/Lonesome-George-kind-tortoise-known-ambassador-Galapagos-Islands-dies.html
Poor George.
I was half inclined to say he had a good run in, but well...
I wonder why he is referred to as a turtle on that site? Mind you, I've noticed that Americans seem to use the words 'turtle' and 'tortoise' interdependently. I guess I answered my question there.
Quote from: Mardroid on 25 June, 2012, 12:28:36 PM
I wonder why he is referred to as a turtle on that site? Mind you, I've noticed that Americans seem to use the words 'turtle' and 'tortoise' interdependently. I guess I answered my question there.
I think it has more to do with that site being the Daily Mail.
Nora Ephron.
Cruise's marriage:
http://edition.cnn.com/2012/06/29/showbiz/cruise-holmes-split/index.html
THE DREAM IS DEAD :'( :'( :'( :'(
That'll teach her to age in real time.
Quote from: TordelBack on 30 June, 2012, 08:45:36 AM
That'll teach her to age in real time.
Heh! Do we want to re-tool our Princess Diana brood mare allegations? And what of the kid's
real father (http://backseatcuddler.com/2008/01/05/l-ron-hubbard-is-suri-cruises-daddy/)?
Is Suri Cruise the Moonchild Moore warns us about in LOEG?
http://vigilantcitizen.com/latestnews/the-occult-roots-of-scientology-exploring-the-influence-of-aleister-crowley-on-l-ron-hubbard/
This is one of the most incredible obituaries I have ever read:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/obituaries/9365640/Count-Robert-de-La-Rochefoucauld.html
Yeah that is quite a tale. A life well lived.
Quote from: shaolin_monkey on 30 June, 2012, 06:30:55 PM
This is one of the most incredible obituaries I have ever read:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/obituaries/9365640/Count-Robert-de-La-Rochefoucauld.html
"When detectives arrived to question La Rochefoucauld, his wife told them: "Don't try to lock him up. He escapes, you know."
Italian Football.
Quote from: shaolin_monkey on 30 June, 2012, 06:30:55 PM
This is one of the most incredible obituaries I have ever read:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/obituaries/9365640/Count-Robert-de-La-Rochefoucauld.html
Don't say the French did nothing in WWII... This guy was not a surrender-monkey.
Aww no, Eric Sykes :(
Ah that's a shame, I grew up watching Sykes. I used to live next door to his brother (or maybe brother in law), but I only found this out when the chap died and Eric came up for the funeral.
^ ^^ Oh, very sad to hear that he's gone - one of the last of a generation :(
It's a word that is bandied about a lot, but he was a comedy genius.
I saw him on stage a few years back in a farce with Chris Biggins and he brought the house down
This is a real shame, a very funny comic indeed.
Aw someone post that on Twitter, I totally forgot about that brilliant silent film,
The Plank with Eric Sykes and Tommy Cooper.
Enjoy it. Kids of this generations will loves this.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2RoudtrVv8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2RoudtrVv8)
Lee Grice shared this on Twitter and it's a blinder - !
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b9YyKmrLLbM/Te51HvEvjCI/AAAAAAAAUa8/V05lh_mQV3U/s1600/TVExpress-342-61-05-20-12.jpg)
The rest is here R.I.P. Mr Sykes!
http://bearalley.blogspot.co.uk/2011/06/tv-express-scrapbook-eric-sykes-part-1.html
That's a shame. Another of the greats gone. RIP.
I remember Sykes' tv show as a kid - with Hatti Jaques and the supercilious neighbour guy. I also remember him in a flick with Peter Sellers, in 'Theatre of Blood' with Diana Rigg and Vincen Price, as an old bloke in the Sherlock Holmes series and much later as a voice in the Tellytubbies - in the last two I thought 'is he still alive?' and decided he must be immortal. Much missed.
A sad day for comedy. He was a great man and somewhat underrated in my opinion. He wrote for and with some of the biggest names in comedy such as Hancock and the Goons.
Genuinely felt a huge tug on my heart when I read about this on Twitter this morning.
Calculon.
Ernest Borgnine - one of those you thought was already gone - aged 95. Never the greatest of actors, but made some great films
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 08 July, 2012, 10:42:21 PM
Ernest Borgnine - one of those you thought was already gone - aged 95. Never the greatest of actors, but made some great films
Noooo! Airwolf! Black Hole! Mind you, 95 - thats a good innings!
The Black Hole is one of my guilty pleasures (that sounds a bit rude!)
He was so great in The Poseiden Adventure, though I always mis him up with Lionel Sander, who played Max in Hart to Hart. Looking at photos you can see why.
Minor but superb part in The Dirty Dozen. Good innings indeed though. RIP General.
Sad about Borgnine. I enjoyed many of his roles. Most people forget he won a best actor award for Marty and think only of his lighter roles.
Another great star gone. I remember that scene in Bad Day In Black Rock when he got his arse kicked by a one-armed Spencer Tracy and when he played the taxi driver in Escape From New York.
Ernest was great. His fight scene referred to by ZippoCreed is one of the best ever IMHO. Ice Station Zebra as well as Airwolf. I heard a reporter who'd interviewed him several times talking of him as really genial guy,always ready for a last photo or autograph, so unlike modern Hollywood stars that often try to keep the public far,far away.
Quote from: Mudcrab on 09 July, 2012, 12:53:37 PM
Minor but superb part in The Dirty Dozen. Good innings indeed though. RIP General.
Glad i am not alone there. I had to check wiki as I was thinking it was the same bloke.
Rip, he was a good actor.
Aww RIP Ernest :(
Not sure if many of you remember, he was great in one of the best westerns ever! The Wild Bunch.
Most of you maybe got familiar with this scene; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJMxGFco57Y (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJMxGFco57Y)
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m6ve6tuYtf1qzr8nao1_1280.jpg)
Very sad to hear of his passing, what a great career he had.
I've long prescribed to his secret of longevity and with him reaching 95, who can argue against the benefits -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3I_PeLNzxNQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3I_PeLNzxNQ)
RIP Mermaidman.
Aye, RIP Mr Borgnine. So many great films.
Caught this on the radio this morning (Chris Moyles is a big Black Hole fan, apparently!).
Ignore anything Chris Moyles says. He jumps on any band wagon going.
V
I would imagine that puts a great deal of strain on the bandwagons
badum tish, :)
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 08 July, 2012, 10:42:21 PM
Ernest Borgnine - one of those you thought was already gone - aged 95. Never the greatest of actors, but made some great films
The Wild Bunch. Amazing film. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIwH96iZI7E
Quote from: Judge von Boom on 09 July, 2012, 02:13:04 PM
Sad about Borgnine. I enjoyed many of his roles. Most people forget he won a best actor award for Marty and think only of his lighter roles.
Yeah. He had a long and varied career and was one of those actors who it pleases you to see turn up in a small role. I certainly wouldn't be the one to deny him the right to enter Valhalla (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqJHqXERslM).
Cabbie has taken his last fare in Manhattan.
RIP
Much love in this house for Cabbie! Last seen him in RED, RIP Mr Borgnine.
Just read that another great character actor died last month - James Grout, aged 84.
He played Inspector Morse's boss, Strange; was Judge Ollie Oliphant in Rumpole; and Brandiman Butterbur in the Radio 4 1980s adaptation of Lord of the Rings.
My personal favourite was as the Professor in the first four series of Old Harry's Game on radio.
O2
Sad to hear the news this evening. RIP Mr Richard Zanuck.
http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/movies/moviesnow/la-et-mn-hollywood-producer-richard-zanuck-20120713,0,2710294.story (http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/movies/moviesnow/la-et-mn-hollywood-producer-richard-zanuck-20120713,0,2710294.story)
Guess we should lay off the Stallone bashing. His son Sage just died.
http://www.aintitcool.com/node/57014
Quote from: blackmocco on 14 July, 2012, 03:04:18 AM
Guess we should lay off the Stallone bashing. His son Sage just died.
http://www.aintitcool.com/node/57014
Sad news don't wish that on anyone.
Just found out borgnine did the voice for Mermaid man. I wonder if Hillenburg will do a tribute.
(http://d24w6bsrhbeh9d.cloudfront.net/photo/4721465_700b.jpg)
V
Jon Lord, Deep Purple's keyboard player and co-writer of Smoke on the Water.
Quote from: Third Estate Ned on 16 July, 2012, 06:50:21 PM
Jon Lord, Deep Purple's keyboard player and co-writer of Smoke on the Water.
Yeah, that really sucks. I loved his solos. He did an awesome one on Space Trucking. I must dig out my copy of Made in Japan and revisit his awesomeness.
Quote from: Third Estate Ned on 16 July, 2012, 06:50:21 PM
Jon Lord, Deep Purple's keyboard player and co-writer of Smoke on the Water.
:( Once again, fuck cancer.
Quote from: Mudcrab on 16 July, 2012, 07:39:31 PM
Quote from: Third Estate Ned on 16 July, 2012, 06:50:21 PM
Jon Lord, Deep Purple's keyboard player and co-writer of Smoke on the Water.
:( Once again, fuck cancer.
I get so very tired of seeing that word in my own social circle's let alone seeing people i've admired end up with the horrible disease......now blasting highway star R.I.P.
I knew he was ill, but this is still such sad news. I'm giving 'Purpendicular' (my faintly-heretical favourite Purple album) a good blasting right now.
Sad news. RIP.
(http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/293865_10151950147125187_1779105309_n.jpg)
I genuinely loved that man :'(
Also gone - Bob Babbit & Kitty Wells. Sad days.
All the victims of the Dark Knight Rises killing spree. There are some truly evil people in the world, and the fact that people are making jokes and that bible pushing politicians are using this to promote organised religion, saying we don't have enough God in our lives. And people saying "well if everyone had guns this wouldn't have happened". How can you possibly say that and promote pro-gun laws at a time like this... disgusting.
Still, none of that's as bad as the 14 killed and fifty wounded, and all those who witnessed it.
My thoughts are with the wounded and the families of the dead.
Sir Alastair Burnet
Angharad Rees - actress in Poldark and Hammer film Hands of The Ripper - only 63.
Stage and screen actor Simon Ward.
Sally Ride 61, America's first woman in space.
Mary Tamm
The sexiest companion
Quote from: W. R. Logan on 26 July, 2012, 09:09:08 AM
Mary Tamm
The sexiest companion
just read this on the bbc... Damn.
That's a real shame. She was a great companion and from what I've heard a lovely person too.
Noooo, not Romana! :'( See last my comment once again. I was always hoping for her to return from E-Space too.
Crikey, it's not been a good year for the Doctor's companions has it? A sad loss.
Oh dear Romana 1 has gone :(
Sad news!
Very sad to hear about Mary Tamm. She was an incredibly beautiful woman and a brilliant Romana. This has been a terrible year for Doctor Who companions.
That's terrible news. Sixty-two is no kind of age. I'll remember her Romana fondly.
Oh damn no. Mary Tamm RIP.
Another of my childhood crushes gone :(
Amen to that Davey. Romana was the posh totty of Dr Who. Sad news indeed.
Geoffrey Hughes. :(
(http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/images/reviews/103/1220306091_3.jpg)
That's a shame, RIP.
A little less recently, Margaret Mahy - NZ writer of children's books from the late 60s on, and who wrote more than just kids' books. Pretty much 'our' Roald Dahl.
Going to read 'Bubble Trouble' to the Quaglet tonight...
Quote from: Goaty on 28 July, 2012, 05:39:53 PM
Geoffrey Hughes. :(
(http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/images/reviews/103/1220306091_3.jpg)
That is terrible news. Onslow was my favourite character on Keeping...
The voice of Aquaman:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-19045983 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-19045983)
loved Hughes in Corrie - rip
Maeve Binchy 72, after a short illness...
Gore Vidal. Clever wit, will be missed.
Most vital Vidal?
"Any American who is prepared to run for president should automatically by definition be disqualified from ever doing so."
Replace American with; body.
Indeed Gore Vidal had many a wicked turn of phrase. From the movie the Best Man. "Nice thing about you, Joe, is that you can sound like a liberal, but at heart you're an American". He will be missed.
Vidal; a literary giant gone.
Having so enraged Norman Mailer that he punched him to the ground, Vidal delivered the very bon-est of bon môt when he said: "Ah, Norman -- lost for words again, I see."
I fear the age of Twitter precludes marrying that degree of wit to the equivalent amount of vitriol.
Cheers!
Jim
William - arguably more camp - Buckley calls Gore Vidal a queer (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYymnxoQnf8) during a live 1968 TV election debate.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 01 August, 2012, 11:16:55 PM
Having so enraged Norman Mailer that he punched him to the ground, Vidal delivered the very bon-est of bon môt when he said: "Ah, Norman -- lost for words again, I see."
Mailer gets pwned by Gore Vidal and everybody else on the
Dick Cavett Show (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8m9vDRe8fw&feature=related).
Tony sly singer and guitarist for no use for a name.
Unclear how atm but gutting news .
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 02 August, 2012, 12:15:36 AM
Having so enraged Norman Mailer that he punched him to the ground, Vidal delivered the very bon-est of Mailer gets pwned by Gore Vidal and everybody else on the Dick Cavett Show (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8m9vDRe8fw&feature=related).
That's a great clip - I had to Google Janet Flanner, but she was the best. And fingerbowls? WTF? Can't imagine Parky ending an interview like that though...
reading the obits I'm amazed by just how many familiar quotes came from Vidal.
Sorry to hear about Gore Vidal and Maeve Binchy, for different reasons.
Vidal's Live from Golgotha was one of my favourite books as a teenager, and as an angryish young man I loved his political essays (like 'Armageddon?'), probably mainly because they made me feel smart when I passed them off as my own ideas.
Maeve Binchy's novels never did anything for me (although I seem to recall a hint of boobs in the 80's film version of The Country Girls, for which I was grateful), but I liked her columns and her short stories a lot - when at about 14 or 15 I had grand notions of becoming a writer (subsequently dashed by my having not one molecule of creativity) I went to one of her public readings and hung about to ask her advice afterwards, which she was very generous with, and which I remember to this day, even if I never succeeded in putting it to good use. Many years later my wife worked with her on a couple of things and always sung her praises, particularly her good humour in the face of truly horrific arthritis.
Two very different writers, but both will be missed around here.
There's a book in you yet, Teebs.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 03 August, 2012, 11:39:36 AM
There's a book in you yet, Teebs.
That's what my proctologist tells me.
He's read your entrails.
The Country Girls was Enda O'Brien...shocking, lurid, filthy stuff. I think Maeve Binchy was more wholesome than that, not that I've ever read her stuff.
I'm one of those people that has never read Gore Vidal..but I'm not letting anyone know that~
oops
Quote from: johnnystress on 03 August, 2012, 01:24:35 PM
The Country Girls was Enda O'Brien...shocking, lurid, filthy stuff.
Aren't you two beauts showing yourselves up to be quite the little chick-lit groupies, "oh I've never read Gore Vidal but I've read Edna and lunched with Maeve".
Quote from: johnnystress on 03 August, 2012, 01:24:35 PM
The Country Girls was Enda O'Brien...
Hah, you're absolutely right. I was confusing it with the ghastly Circle of Friends, which also had a tit in it: Chris O'Donnell. Like I say, her novels
really not my thing.
Quiet, Soap.
Yes, your highness.
Proper order, that's more like it. I could hardly concentrate on my Celia Ahern audiobook, and I don't want to miss this bit - Holly's just about to go shopping (again).
little poppy barlow :'(
Vidal was fantastic. I read all of his essays I could get my hands on, after finding out about him from the appalling Clive James (back when James wrote funny stuff about tv). I particularly liked Vidal's essays on Edith Nesbit, Edgar Rice Burroughs and Thomas Love Peacock - partly because I then gave those writers a go and liked them. He could be very funny - the essays on 'Everything You ever wanted to Know about Sex' (the book, not the movie) and on Henry Miller were hilarious.
I also read a a couple of his 'tec books, written under the name Edgar Box, which were okay.
Quote from: judgefloyd on 08 August, 2012, 10:30:30 AMafter finding out about him from the appalling Clive James
:o appalling? How so?
A bit late I know, but mention - however belatedly - should be made of Con Houlihan, sports and literary journalist for the Irish Press newspaper who passed away recently. His declaration that "A Man who could misplace an apostrophe is capable of anything!" still rings so true today.
Sire Bernard Lovell, founder of Jodrell Bank and pioneer of radio-astronomy, aged 98
Carlo Rambaldi & Tia Sharpe :(
RIP!!!
Sid Waddell (//http://)
Broken link!!!
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 12 August, 2012, 01:56:15 PM
Broken link!!!
SID WADDELL (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8iLZ8675uo)
So long voice of darts.
V
According to Richard Bruning on Twitter: Joe Kubert. :-(
Comic Legend Joe Kubert.
(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c118/button71/ZOOLOGO.jpg)
Wow well its too often said, but the passing of Joe Kubert is truly the passing of a legend. An incredible artist, but so much more. From what little I know a good life, lived well.
The Olympics Closing Ceremony, which died on its arse for much of the evening. Even the second half, after Russell Brand mimed his way off stage, was bare minimum entertainment. Should have just given Muse the whole gig.
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 13 August, 2012, 06:54:11 AM
Wow well its too often said, but the passing of Joe Kubert is truly the passing of a legend. An incredible artist, but so much more. From what little I know a good life, lived well.
Rest in Peace Joe Kubert, long may his wonderful work continue to inspire us.
Very sad to read that Joe Kubert passed away.
This is one of the first comics I ever owned. I still have it. Whenever I come across it, it takes me back to an entirely different era.
The last work of his I came across was Sgt Rock in Wednesday Comics. Brilliant, fluid, loose artwork.
(http://media.comicvine.com/uploads/0/4/10908-1618-12035-1-our-fighting-forces_super.jpg)
Wonderful examples of the great man's work. The good thing is he ended on a career high teaming up with his son on Nite Owl.
Another giant gone.rip Joe Kubert.
Oh, that's just... well, it's very sad. I know next to nothing about the man to be honest, and i'm familiar with him primarily through adverts for his school, which seemed to be in every comic i read throughout the late eighties and early nineties. I won't pretend to be an expert, or even familiar, but i do know that's another legend gone.
SBT
The Dandy
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturenews/9474241/The-Dandy-Britains-oldest-comic-could-be-shut-after-75-years.html (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturenews/9474241/The-Dandy-Britains-oldest-comic-could-be-shut-after-75-years.html)
I'm devastated to report that Harry Harrison died shortly after midnight this morning, following a long illness.
Harry - as I'm sure most people on this site will be aware - was the creator of hugely popular Stainless Steel Rat series of science fiction novels, among many, many others. Adaptations of three of the Rat books appeared in 2000AD between 1979 and 1985, and helped a whole new generation of readers to discover Harry's work.
Speaking personally: I first met Harry at a signing in Dublin in the late 1980s, and I'm proud to say that he was not only my favourite writer, he was a great mentor and over the years became a very close friend to both Leonia and myself.
It breaks my heart that he's no longer with us. We've known the end was coming for a long time now, but it's still a shock. As a mark of respect I'll be temporarily shutting down Harry's website (www.harryharrison.com (http://www.harryharrison.com)). Later, I'll add a condolence book for fans to add a few lines.
-- Mike
Very sorry to hear that Mike.
It was the adaptation of the Stainless Steel Rat in the Prog that got me to read his books and I got hold of the the other Rat novels as soon as I could. His books were very funny and a joy to read.
I read several of his other books too.
Farewell Harry and thanks for the stories.
Dammit. Thanks to Mike, I had the privilege of meeting Harry a couple of times. Gutted that I'll never get that honour again. A real loss.
Because of the age i was when i first discovered him, Harry Harrison sits with Bradbury, Clarke, Harlan Ellison, and the other true greats of science fiction. He was my author of choice from the mobile library that stopped right outside my house, along with Target Dr Who books and Alfred Hitchcock and the Three Investigators. Always funny, always exciting and always readable, you can imagine my excitement when his work started appearing in my favourite weekly comic!
Very sad news to wake up to today, and my condolences to mike and those who knew him personally and who have lost a friend as well as one of the 'names' of classic genre fiction.
SBT
Sorry to hear that Mike. Apart from the Stainless Steel Rat, it's this that comes to mind when I think of Harry Harrison:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYTIgcMRdbU
So long Harry.
The news about Harry Harrison has made me very sad. I love his stuff. His writing style was so full of inventiveness, presented at such a fast pace. I've been clearing out tons of stuff lately but the Stainless Steel Rat books, which are so very re-readable, were kept without a second's thought.
He was a great creative force.
So sorry to hear this, and my condolences to his family and friemds, and to Mike and Leonie in particular.
I devoured Harry Harrison's books as a young teenager, and once nearly expired with nascent geekgasm when my uncle revealed over dinner that he was a much-liked neighbour of his down near Avoca. Sadly I never really capitalised in this potential 'in', and never met him, although he did sign a book for me.
When sending the bulk of my books to eBay and the charity shops a while back, I opened a large box packed entirely with everything from Deathworld 3 to A Transatlantic Tunnel, Hurrah! to Make Room! Make Room! to The Stainless Steel Rat Gets Drafted. I couldn't part with a single one.
Out of all of his work, and I think I've read nearly everything, Lifeboat is the one that really stood out for me, a simple claustropobhic genre mashup he wrote with Gordon Dickson. Love that book.
One of the true greats of clever, entertaining and adventure-packed SF.
a sad loss. I too 'discovered' him through the 2000ad stories, but went on to read everything they had of his in our local library.
We now have a memorial page (http://harryharrison.wordpress.com/2012/08/15/harry-harrison-1925-2012/) for Harry Harrison on the official news blog. Please feel free to share your thoughts, memories and words of condolence.
-- Mike
Sad news indeed.
I started reading his work as a teenager in the late 60s. Make Room! Make Room! was my first I think. I soon snapped up anything of his I could find.
I have always hoped for a movie version of The Technicolor Time Machine.
:'(
I'd actually read all the Stainless Steel Rat books before I realised they'd been in 2000AD. Last year I tracked down all the Quality Comics reprints. I came across them again last week during a house move, still bagged and in perfect condition. They are currently atop my coffee table, waiting for a reread when I'm finally settled into my new place.
Such a shame. I loved all his stuff. He's up there with P.K.Dick, if you ask me.
Gutted. The SSR adaptations in 2000 AD switched me on to him, and I ended up with a whole shelf end-to-end of his books. He won't be forgotten.
Oh god no. Deathworld series is among my fave books of all time.all sympathies to friends and family.what a terrible loss.
A few words from me about Harry: http://hiexcomics.blogspot.co.uk/2012/08/harry-harrison.html
REST IN PEACE....HARRY HARRISON.
Very sad. I am another who found him through 2000AD. I love his books.
RIP.
Sad news indeed, it was the prog strip that brought his work to my attention.
^ Same here. With the 2000ad connection i can well recall buying up all his books from 2nd hand bookshops many moons ago, the lions share i still have.
Hadnt kept up to date with his output though - hadnt realised he'd carried on writing SSR books. Ill have to track them down.
Really sad news. Harry Harrison was very influential on my reading. I remember buying 4 of his books one day as a young teen. 'how do you know you'll like them all' I was asked by my sister. 'I like his stuff' was my simple reply.
Very sad.
Very sorry the hear the bad news Mike. I first read the Stainless Steel Rat when my uncle, seeing that I was reading secret seven and knew I loved 2000ad, said, 'give this a go' and it was like nothing I had read before. I then discovered in my brothers 2000ads that the story was in 2000ad as well.
Anytime im in Dublin I usually pick up one of his in Chapters, he tells a good story.
Quote from: Judge Jack on 15 August, 2012, 08:25:39 PM
Hadnt kept up to date with his output though - hadnt realised he'd carried on writing SSR books. Ill have to track them down.
Well worth it, but give the final one (SSR Returns) a miss. It's a bit of a disappointment and may sour your memory of the great man.
This is disastrously sad news, made somewhat moreso for realising that I had been ignorant of it for a full day. Of the few authors I have ever wished to meet, simply perhaps to gratefully compliment and shake the hand of, or even just see how he smiles and how his eyes move as if that could give me some new insight into his work and personality from across a shy room, Harry Harrison was high on the list. Very high on the list, and for my entire adult life and the bulk of my teens before that. And now... It really is saddening to me, at this great distance, so I can only imagine the loss felt by those who knew and loved him personally.
Beyond the Stainless Steel Rat series, which I have merrily devoured over the years, however much I regret agreeing with A Cow's comment above, the Year's Best Science Fiction anthologies he so deftly compiled with Brian Aldiss through the 60s and 70s remain in my opinion the best available. Many anthology books and series of books are ample fixes and excellent showcases, yet this series was and for my money remains The Daddy. I simply can't recommend them enough if you haven't yet picked one or all of them up. In fact, I keep a spare copy of #7 in stock just to have one ready to give away to anybody I can talk into giving good SF short stories a try. Even forty years on, it is not only a superb little collection but in my mind a pristine testament to Mr Harrison's informed passion for the genre, his personal impact upon it and, all the more tragically with his loss from within it, one of the tallest most beautiful buildings in 'the ghetto' his example and gifts helped make into a city.
Mr Carroll, although I did not personally know or even meet your friend, or indeed yourself, I nonetheless duly offer you my most sincere condolences. A powerful, leading talent; a truly saddening loss.
I am completely gutted over the loss of Harry Harrison. I will sadly miss his prose.
Coverage of the sad passing of Harry Harrison on BBC
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-19270109 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-19270109)
Very sad news, indeed. Like to add my condolences to his friends and family.
The Dandy, to end after 75 years :'(
John Wagner has this to say http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-19293866 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-19293866)
WTF! Tony Scott - director of Top Gun etc, commits suicide by jumping off LA bridge
Quote from: Goaty on 20 August, 2012, 06:45:08 AM
Tony Scott
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trwmhm5WaYQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trwmhm5WaYQ)
is it the mark of a real talent or me getting older when I hear about Tony Scott dead at 68 and think "too soon"?
Well 68 isn't old these days.
Very sad.
Horrible news.
On the True Romance special edition DVD Quentin Tarantino talks about how Tony Scott persuaded him that the ending should be changed from what Quentin had originally written in the screenplay. I always had a lot of respect for him after hearing that story.
It's a real shocker, Man On Fire is one of my favourite movies. Some sources are reporting he'd just been diagnosed with inoperable brain cancer and had been suffering badly in the lead-up. Awful news.
Quote from: Keef Monkey on 20 August, 2012, 05:45:07 PM
It's a real shocker, Man On Fire is one of my favourite movies. Some sources are reporting he'd just been diagnosed with inoperable brain cancer and had been suffering badly in the lead-up. Awful news.
I'd read that too....fucking cancer i hate that word so much R.I.P Tony.
Sad sad news. R.I.P Tony.
This is terrible news about Tony.
Man, that is some very sad news.
A tragic end to a talented director.
Phyllis Diller aged 95
Quote from: Dandontdare on 08 August, 2012, 12:19:26 PM
Quote from: judgefloyd on 08 August, 2012, 10:30:30 AMafter finding out about him from the appalling Clive James
:o appalling? How so?
Sorry for the late answer Dan! I used to think CJ was funny, but soon got tired of his laboured puns and ceasless chatty narcissism. He's certainly smart and well read and likes himself a lot. None of which is actually annoying, but he puts himself at the front of evertything he does. He misquoted Vidal, saying that he thought everyone was bisexual (Vidal never said that. He said that sexuality was a spectrum and that there was a lot more bisexuality around than had been assumed) and that yet he, James, met Vidal at a party and didn't want to sleep with him. I'm sure the feeling was mutual.
Still, he has a lot of fans.
Tony Nicklinson, the "Right to Die" man, has died of Pneumonia!!!
The Count from Sesame Street.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/tv-and-radio/tvandradioblog/2012/aug/25/count-von-count-jerry-nelson?newsfeed=true
Neil Armstrong :(
Quote from: Goaty on 25 August, 2012, 08:20:08 PM
Neil Armstrong :(
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-19381098 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-19381098)
News about Neil Armstrong was literally the first thing I saw when I logged back online tonight. Dammit.
I watched the a BBC programme a few months back about an Author who interviewed almost all the Lunar Astronauts- except the reclusive Neil Armstrong. Neil did eventually reply with a polite and lengthy E-Mail.
He became a Teacher after his NASA career and never really spoke about the Moon Landings except with other Astronauts. I think he realised that such a defining moment would haunt him forever and it was best to duck the limelight before it destroyed you. Well he and Buzz Aldrin left their footprints up there, in the Lunar dust plus a flag. They'll never fade those footprints. That's quite a legacy.
It really was a giant leap for mankind after all.
Damn. He was one of those guys you hoped was immortal.
^ yeah sad when they go :(
Aye, very sad to hear of Neil Armstrong's passing. I wasnt quite a year old when he touched down onto the surface of the Moon, but growing up in its afterglow, i was always deeply fascinated with that period.
I think the footage of the Saturn V taking off is some of the most iconic images ever, and i never missed a chance to watch and re-watch the numerous documentaries and films about the Apollo missions.
Just awe-inspiring and breathtaking.
R.I.P, Mr Armstrong.
The thing with Armstrong was that he could've become the most famous man on the planet and chose not to cash in. Nowadays the astronaut's marketability would be one of the first considerations when picking the candidate.
Of the 12 men who have walked on the moon 4 have died on of those left the youngest is in his late 70s. Totally possible that in 20 years there won't be a man alive who has walked on the moon - what happened to progress? Oh right all the wars and economic downturns.
Men who have walked on the moon (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Apollo_astronauts#Apollo_astronauts_who_walked_on_the_Moon)
RIP Neil Armstrong. An amazing achievement and an amazing humble man. Truly a legend.
Quote from: Buttonman on 26 August, 2012, 03:21:56 PM
Of the 12 men who have walked on the moon
I'm surprised there were that many! For some reason I though there was just the one successful mission to the moon, but seems there were 6! (Shows how much I read up on these sorts of thing.)
Mind you, last one was 1972.
I haven't had access to internet or telly or radio for the last week and the news about Neil Armstrong was the first thing I saw. This is sad news for us all. Goodbye Neil. Again you take that one giant leap...
Max Bygraves. 89.
Quote from: Zarjazzer on 01 September, 2012, 02:29:23 PM
Max Bygraves. 89.
He was the
Plan B and Pro Green (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcdCo9EW2Eg) of the Fifties.
Aw jeez. I'm from the wrong era to really know who he was, but I was at college with his grandson around the same time I started reading 2000AD - lovely guy, an amiable stoner who was ambling his way through life killing time until he turned 21 and inherited his chunk of the Bygraves millions.
Hal David, writing partner of Burt Bacharach on too many great songs for anyone to list without missing an absolute classic. They include the best James Bond song ever recorded (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IW_kMtut25M), I Say A Little Prayer (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtBbyglq37E), and Walk On By (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AO073fekFfA).
I suspect my dad liked Max Bygraves. I bet there's a record of his in our attic.
Hal David - so many wonderful songs, whatever my opinions of the people who sang them. Pure quality.
Sun Myung Moon aged 92, founder of the Unification Church 'aka' The Moonies!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 02 September, 2012, 08:37:21 PM
Sun Myung Moon aged 92, founder of the Unification Church 'aka' The Moonies!
On reading that the first thing that came into my mind was......
Robo! Robo! Goonie! Goonie!
Michael Clarke Duncan from a heart attack aged 54
Michael Clark Duncan. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Clarke_Duncan)
54 ain't any sort of age...
Thank you Michael for the Green Mile. Rest in peace.
Quote from: Goaty on 03 September, 2012, 11:01:13 PM
Thank you Michael for the Green Mile. Rest in peace.
Agreed R.I.P
That is just bloody awful. MCD was fantastic- from the green mile to his kingpin in daredevil to his gorilla commander in the planet of the apes remake, he was an absolute star. What a terrible thing to happen to an actor who really did enliven whatever he was in. He'll be sorely missed.
R.I.P MCD you brilliant, brilliant man.
SBT
What a damn shame.
R.I.P big fella.
Yeah I was shocked, I hadn't heard about his heart attack in July... Had no idea he was in hospital.
Wow. That's a real shock.
Agreed. Very shocking & sad news.
RIP Terry Nutkins. age 66.
(http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/62751000/jpg/_62751076_nutkins1_bodybbc.jpg)
Aw, that's a sad one.
Not Terry Nutkins!
He was one of favourites when I was a child. A very knowledgeable man who knew how to talk to kids without patronising them. A bit like Tony Hart in that respect.
He was a TV natural and will be sadly missed - he still did a hell of a lot of zoological and conservation work I believe.
Joe South
http://youtu.be/K6V1N6CffDc
Quote from: Goaty on 07 September, 2012, 01:26:34 PM
RIP Terry Nutkins. age 66.
(http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/62751000/jpg/_62751076_nutkins1_bodybbc.jpg)
Awww, that's well sad that. Fond memories of Animal Magic.
Sad news. RIP.
RIP Ron Taylor, saddened to hear this news today.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-09-09/acclaimed-shark-expert-ron-taylor-dies/4251372 (http://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-09-09/acclaimed-shark-expert-ron-taylor-dies/4251372)
Ed
Derek Jameson, yesterday.
Mourning, mourning (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-19577465)
Professor Sid Watkins - http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/motorsport/19578977 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/motorsport/19578977) :(
I just heard the tragic news that the promising young Ulster Rugby star, Nevin Spence, his brother and his father have died in a farming accident
Just seen that on the news. Drowning in a slurry pit? Can't imagine that's a nice way to go :sick:
Quote from: pops1983 on 15 September, 2012, 10:59:33 PM
I just heard the tragic news that the promising young Ulster Rugby star, Nevin Spence, his brother and his father have died in a farming accident
It's so sad when a young person with such a bright future dies.
Quote from: pops1983 on 15 September, 2012, 10:59:33 PM
I just heard the tragic news that the promising young Ulster Rugby star, Nevin Spence, his brother and his father have died in a farming accident
Felt totally sick reading that news. Absolutely horrible.
Two female police officers died in the duty in Greater Manchester,
sad thought, as my brother in the force.
:(
Terrible news. You should't go off on a shift and come back in a coffin.all my sympathies to their families,friends & colleagues.
Quote from: Goaty on 18 September, 2012, 01:56:34 PM
Two female police officers died in the duty in Greater Manchester,
sad thought, as my brother in the force.
:(
Watching it on the news right now. Bloody terrible.
I suppose we can take a very very small crumb of comfort from the fact that this is such a rare event.
Andy Williams. RIP.
Very sad about Andy Williams passing away. :( Wonderful voice - saw him in concert about ten years ago. Me and the Mrs had a mini tribute to him last night; wine and songs and stuff. Goodbye to the King of Easy.
Another great gone - Herbert Lom. I'm off to watch The Ladykillers and Gambit in tribute
Sad about Herbert Lom, but 95 is a good innings.
One of my favourite moments from any Ealing film is in The Ladykillers when Lom casually offers Peter Sellars' nervous teddyboy thug a flick knife to use in murdering the old dear. Classic stuff.
Herbert Lom played Captain Nemo in one of my childhood faves; 'Mysterious Island' Loved that film!
Farewell Herbert.
Johnny Lewis (Half Sack in Sons of Anarchy). Murder suicide during some sort of suspected PCP rampage.
http://www.tmz.com/2012/09/27/sons-of-anarchy-actor-johnny-lewis-double-death-los-feliz-los-angeles/ (http://www.tmz.com/2012/09/27/sons-of-anarchy-actor-johnny-lewis-double-death-los-feliz-los-angeles/)
Herbet Lom was a great character actor. I remember him in Hell Drivers!
Herbert Lom was great wasnt he. Loved him in the 1972 Amicus film Asylum.
RIP.
Michael O'Hare -best known for Jeffrey Sinclair of Babylon 5. :'( Sorry to see Herbert Lom go as well.
Bloody hell - shocked. 60 is no age
Important and popular historian Eric Hobsbawm died today aged 95.
I wish there was a hell so that Jimmy Saville could be nailed into its hottest circle.
Quote from: Zarjazzer on 29 September, 2012, 11:34:18 AM
Michael O'Hare -best known for Jeffrey Sinclair of Babylon 5. :'( Sorry to see Herbert Lom go as well.
Jeeez shocked to read this,big fan of the show and he was great in the first season. He is the fourth leading member of the cast to die early.I met them all when there was a big conference in Blackpool years back and they were all a good laugh and very entertaining.Very sad.
Mongo gone. :(
http://www.boston.com/sports/blogs/obnoxiousbostonfan/2012/10/rip_alex_karras_mongo_blazing_saddles.html (http://www.boston.com/sports/blogs/obnoxiousbostonfan/2012/10/rip_alex_karras_mongo_blazing_saddles.html)
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 05 October, 2012, 12:41:11 AM
I wish there was a hell so that Jimmy Saville could be nailed into its hottest circle.
there is ,he will...
at least his reputation is dead now shame the fucker didnt get crucified while he was alive.
Now then , now then...
I can do more than refer my Honourable Friends to the words of Half Man Half Biscuit, in their prescient ditty "I Left My Heart In Papworth General":
Down at Stoke Mandeville I bumped into Mr IQ
I said "Hey albino, this is not 1972
Stub out your King Edward and get that small boy off your knee
And melt down your fingerware and get yourself off my TV
Cheers
Jim
Should be re-released and resurrect Top of the Pops while they're at it.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 11 October, 2012, 06:00:04 PM
resurrect Top of the Pops while they're at it.
Just don't take the tour of Reggie Yates' dressing room.
I officially do not need to hear any more gruesome details of this story, but the descriptions of staff at Stoke Mandeville and the BBC exchanging knowing glances as Sir Jim took wee kids to his room beggar belief. I've heard Paul Gambuccini and Judy Finnigan opine that the the sexual revolution's erosion of traditional mores made everyone unsure where the new boundaries of behaviour lay, but I don't think moral relativism applies to raping children.
Yeah, Saville didn't invent paedophilia - like he did turntables - in the 60's.
Quote from: sauchie on 11 October, 2012, 06:28:16 PMI don't think moral relativism applies to raping children.
Indeed. The issue as always comes down to a wilful abuse of a power imbalance to get one's jollies. That's rape, plain and simple. Actual sex (never mind its ever-shifting mores) is between consenting equals, or in my case, mistress and pleading peon.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 11 October, 2012, 06:31:33 PM
Yeah, Saville didn't invent paedophilia - like he did turntables - in the 60's.
He dint even do that. Though he may have invented self-aggrandizement.
By my estimation we must be on the millionth sexual revolution since the Spartans, so when will evolution catch-up and grow me an extra pleasure-organ?
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 11 October, 2012, 06:52:37 PM
when will evolution catch-up and grow me an extra pleasure-organ?
Maybe it's like school jumpers. Until you've outgrown or worn a hole in what you've already got, yer not getting a new one.
The thing is, regarding Savile, we are all in a way complicit. I certainly 'knew'- in the sense that i was told by multiple people closely connected to the entertainment industry including someone who knew and worked with him personally that Jimmy Savile 'liked little kids', as far back as 1986. The stories of him raping children in stoke mandeville and at various other homes have literally been going around for years. The news hasnt yet touched on the bits that go along with it- the bits that even now im dubious about mentioning because i dont know the legality of the issue, and which would make a spot of paedophilia seem tame in comparison. But if the potentially hundreds of victims couldnt speak out, and the hundreds of witnesses couldnt speak out, and the police of multiple counties 'couldnt find evidence', then you have to ask if his claims to be "untouchable" were true, not just in the sense that he got away with it- but because he was protected.
I dont want to analyse the conspiracies around (cont)
(cont) his life that you can find simply by googling (for instance) 'jimmy savile necrophilia', as many are obvious internet madness.
However, knowing what we now know (and have known for years) dont they become just that little bit more interesting? And why are the tabloids and tv news once again refusing to address what the internet has been discussing since this all started?
SBT
I'd heard the caravan story 15 years ago but even though some claims had been previously made to the police I think there was a reluctance to pursue because of who he was. As for the elite paedo-ring claims and other nasty assortments, who'd believe them?
With all this furore over Saville, it makes you wonder if other celebs are now starting to sweat behind their piles of money.
V
QuoteI certainly 'knew'- in the sense that i was told by multiple people closely connected to the entertainment industry including someone who knew and worked with him personally that Jimmy Savile 'liked little kids',
Indeed. As did I.
Quote from: vzzbux on 11 October, 2012, 08:16:03 PM
With all this furore over Saville, it makes you wonder if other celebs are now starting to sweat behind their piles of money.
His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI is probably breathing a sigh of relief that the attitudes of other institutions and individuals have been shown to mirror his own. I suppose the Holy See can now argue that everyone was at it back then, and no-one was perticularly bothered.
Quote from: sauchie on 11 October, 2012, 09:30:28 PM
His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI is probably breathing a sigh of relief that the attitudes of other institutions and individuals have been shown to mirror his own. I suppose the Holy See can now argue that everyone was at it back then, and no-one was particularly bothered.
Sadly, I think there's more than a grain of truth in that. I'm waiting for Buck House to make a statement about his knighthood and the "special relationship" he claimed to have with them.
SBT
Why is all this talk of Saville on the RIP thread?
I actually didn't believe the claims when I first heard them. I'd heard the jokes about Savile, but they were just that - 'jokes' as far as I was concerned.
He almost seemed like too easy a target - so obvious a candidate (basically he looks a bit creepy and always had kids sitting on his lap) that I didn't buy it at all. Peter Serafinowicz made a crack on Twitter that Savile 'got away with being a paedophile by disguising himself as a paedophile'. I also found the claims that he was some sort of imposing, well-connected underworld type figure and his accusers were too scared to speak out while he was alive faintly ridiculous.
I've watched the Louis Theroux doc many times, and always came away with the impression that Savile was probably a 'confirmed bachelor', as he is frequently seen with a male companion, who he acts very sheepishly around. Recent developments certainly put a new spin on the whole thing.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 11 October, 2012, 09:45:45 PM
Why is all this talk of Saville on the RIP thread?
Rot In Pieces.
Quote from: radiator on 11 October, 2012, 09:49:02 PM
I also found the claims that he was some sort of imposing, well-connected underworld type figure and his accusers were too scared to speak out while he was alive faintly ridiculous.
Even when the abusers are not influential celebs, victims can be too scared to come forward. You have to put yourself in their shoes. Yes people can be wrongly accused but now that the allegations against him are running into the hundreds and countrywide - including Jersey - it would only take for one of them to be true.
I'd been a bit out of the loop on this story but I've just done a bit of googling to catch up on all the allegations and all I can say is - how the fuck did he get away with it?
Have you seen the excerpt from his autobiography? Jesus.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 11 October, 2012, 10:06:15 PM
Quote from: radiator on 11 October, 2012, 09:49:02 PM
I also found the claims that he was some sort of imposing, well-connected underworld type figure and his accusers were too scared to speak out while he was alive faintly ridiculous.
Even when the abusers are not influential celebs, victims can be too scared to come forward. You have to put yourself in their shoes. Yes people can be wrongly accused but now that the allegations against him are running into the hundreds and countrywide - including Jersey - it would only take for one of them to be true.
It's clear to me now that the allegations are mostly true, I just meant I found it hard to take seriously at first.
Quote from: radiator on 11 October, 2012, 11:02:22 PM
It's clear to me now that the allegations are mostly true, I just meant I found it hard to take seriously at first.
Me too, Radiator. I started out assuming a rather cowardly post-mortem padeo-hunt of an innocent-til-proven-guilty eccentric whose TV antics I used to enjoy a lot. Have you seen the
Empire Strikes Back set visit that was the subject of one Fix-It? That was enough to capture my 10 year old imagination for years. And I loved that chair.
Now I just feel fucking sick.
Unfortunately one of the impediments to much of this kind of stuff being exposed is people not wanting to believe or talk about it. Having worked on a few related programmes and knowing the background of how much hassle it can be to broadcast such material even when it's pretty open and shut, there's a definite reluctance to let it out there beyond the understandable legal concerns. It's the worst side of human nature and it causes many to respond with the most defensive reactions.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 11 October, 2012, 08:21:20 PM
QuoteI certainly 'knew'- in the sense that i was told by multiple people closely connected to the entertainment industry including someone who knew and worked with him personally that Jimmy Savile 'liked little kids',
Indeed. As did I.
One of my friends used to be a professional paedo-catcher for a major ISP. Because of his previous background he had Home Office clearance to all kinds of old records.
Many years ago he told me that Savile was on a list of people they knew were doing nasty stuff, but getting evidence and making it stick was the big problem (especially with Savile being on first-name terms with so many people who had the power to quash it).
He told me another big music industry celebrity name, one which wouldn't be a surprise to anybody. Can't hint (due to libel laws) but I think it'll also all come out when he pops it, too.
The only consolation is that since the Victoria Climbie case (and Ian Huntley slipping through the CRB net), today's safeguarding culture in schools, hospitals, etc. hopefully reduces the chanes of this kind of thing happening again (by watching for patterns of behaviour rather than waiting for it to explode).
Shouldn't this discussion be split off into a separate thread?
Game creator/programmer Mike Singleton whose credtis include two of my all time favorites Lords of Midnight and Midwinter.
His creations certainly helped mold me into the geek I am today. I spent many a happy hour just blissfully skiing across the landscape and crashing hang gliders in Midwinter.
Lords of Midnight and Doomdarks Revenge were a must for any speccy owner.
V
Character actor John Clive died after a short illness at the age of 79
(http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g174/daveycandlish/johnclive.jpg)
Never a star but always memorable in things like Clockwork Orange and The Italian Job
Sad to hear about John Clive and the Lords of Midnight creator Mike Singleton. I used to play Lords with my dear departed Pa on out trusty spectrum. :(
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 16 October, 2012, 08:28:22 PM
Character actor John Clive died after a short illness at the age of 79
Yes, sad to hear that John Clive has died. One of my earliest Telly faves was watching Roberts Robots.
Quote from: Judge Jack on 16 October, 2012, 11:32:32 PM
Yes, sad to hear that John Clive has died. One of my earliest Telly faves was watching Roberts Robots.
I can just remember watching that as a kid.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSAI7IUuaGg
I think the fourth robot along in the clip is Christopher Biggins.
Silvia Kristel, better known as Emmanuelle.
Only 60! (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-19990457)
I am shocked, only 60!
Sad news, as it's bringing our mortality ever closer when you see some of the ages in this thread
shame, that woman did more for the sale of wicker furtniture than anyone before or since...
Russell Means, 72, actor and American Indian Movement activist, the real star of The Last of the Mohicans.
(http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2012/10/22/article-2221587-15A16D68000005DC-384_306x423.jpg)
Quote from: Goaty on 23 October, 2012, 01:54:21 PM
Russell Means, 72, actor and American Indian Movement activist, the real star of The Last of the Mohicans
Aye, the titular star in fact, as he also was in Our Karl's
Pathfinder. As a huge fan of
LotM I always kept an eye out for him, sorry to see this.
Thank you for subtitles...
(http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2012/10/23/article-2221870-15A0AF1B000005DC-516_634x383.jpg)
What was the name of the Ceefax comic - ?
Turner the Worm? I loved that strip. :D
Wow, I'd forgotten all about that! I adored the Ceefax Advent Calendar too, RIP indeed!
And Bamboozled... or was that 4Text?
an image search reveals this:
(http://bob.sdf-eu.org/digitizer_turner_the_worm_cumshot.jpg)
Missed that one :O At least teletext as a whole ended with more dignity!
That image is actually from the farewell post of Paul Rose (Mr Biffo), the genius behind Teletext's game pages, Digitiser. His piss-takes of Turner, Bamber Boozler and The Chuckle Brothers, his hilarious page titles, the snakes, and his brilliant, incisive writing kept me reading Digitiser long after my interest in games had shrivelled to a vestigial stump.
When I saw that post I assumed it was him who had died, so that's a relief. Rose writes mainly for kids' TV now (and Armstrong and Miller). Anyone who remembers Digitiser fondly should write to the BBC and tell them to commission more
BIFFO (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7LFM05IgZ8)VISION (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOHI4KL-rr4&feature=relmfu)
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 29 October, 2011, 03:20:16 PM
Jimmy Saville (1926 - 2011) (http://news.sky.com/home/uk-news/article/16099015)
:( :o
No sad faces now!
Mike Morris former TV AM presenter and journalist aged 65
He also worked for the Reuters news agency, United Newspapers and Thames TV, editing and reporting on both news and sport stories.
Quote from: Buttonman on 23 October, 2012, 08:40:03 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 29 October, 2011, 03:20:16 PM
Jimmy Saville (1926 - 2011) (http://news.sky.com/home/uk-news/article/16099015)
:( :o
No sad faces now!
I feel ashamed of myself now. :-[
I'm off to scrub myself in the shower and cry!!!!
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 23 October, 2012, 10:46:58 PM
Quote from: Buttonman on 23 October, 2012, 08:40:03 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 29 October, 2011, 03:20:16 PM
Jimmy Saville (1926 - 2011) (http://news.sky.com/home/uk-news/article/16099015)
:( :o
No sad faces now!
I feel ashamed of myself now. :-[
I'm off to scrub myself in the shower and cry!!!!
And, just used that
Batman's Superior Cousin quote to see if i'd offered my heartfelt condolences, as well. I hadnt, :thumbsup:
Mike Morris, aged 65
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20039879
http://www.tv-am.org.uk/blog/2012/10/mikemorrisdies
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 23 October, 2012, 10:46:58 PM
I'm off to scrub myself in the shower and cry!!!!
Which , sadly , is what all his victims invariably did.
GAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! >:(
His name won't be known to many of you, but I've been very saddened today by the death of folk musician Michael Marra.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-20066779 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-20066779)
Quote from: Trout on 25 October, 2012, 04:17:27 AM
His name won't be known to many of you, but I've been very saddened today by the death of folk musician Michael Marra.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-20066779 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-20066779)
:-( I never saw that on the BBC. That's a shame.
Mind you, no one seemed to report Levon Helm's passing either.
Terry Callier, American singer-songwriter.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=LvpRUqPrR4k (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=LvpRUqPrR4k)
I've never heard of 75% of the people mentioned in this thread.
It's about time someone properly famous died.
Quote from: JamesC on 29 October, 2012, 10:04:49 AM
It's about time someone properly famous died.
Jo Dunne from Fuzzbox? (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-20109648)
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 29 October, 2012, 10:16:38 AM
Quote from: JamesC on 29 October, 2012, 10:04:49 AM
It's about time someone properly famous died.
Jo Dunne from Fuzzbox? (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-20109648)
Ah fuck that shit! Fucking cancer.
Now I feel bad.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 29 October, 2012, 10:23:07 AM
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 29 October, 2012, 10:16:38 AM
Quote from: JamesC on 29 October, 2012, 10:04:49 AM
It's about time someone properly famous died.
Jo Dunne from Fuzzbox? (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-20109648)
Ah fuck that shit! Fucking cancer.
Totally agree!
I used to like Fuzzbox , and this is a complete and genuine surprise to me. A not nice at all surprise , but you get the gist. How awful.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 29 October, 2012, 10:23:07 AM
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 29 October, 2012, 10:16:38 AM
Quote from: JamesC on 29 October, 2012, 10:04:49 AM
It's about time someone properly famous died.
Jo Dunne from Fuzzbox? (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-20109648)
Ah fuck that shit! Fucking cancer.
How utterly crap. Yes,
fucking cancer is right.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 29 October, 2012, 10:16:38 AM
Jo Dunne from Fuzzbox? (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-20109648)
Aye, that's really sad.
Just read that the first artist on Robo-hunter Jose Luis Ferrer passed away. From Robot 6
QuotePassings | The Catalan artist Jose Luis Ferrer, who signed himself simply "Ferrer," died Monday of a brain tumor. Ferrer's work appeared in 2000AD, Starlord and other British comics, but he was an international artist with work published in Germany, France, Sweden and the United States as well. [Down the Tubes]
and the 'Downthetubes' article that links to
http://downthetubescomics.blogspot.co.uk/2012/10/in-memoriam-jose-luis-ferrer.html (http://downthetubescomics.blogspot.co.uk/2012/10/in-memoriam-jose-luis-ferrer.html)
That's a shame, those Verdus pages were just sublime, and he also drew a mean giant ant!
Aye, that is a shame. Wasnt we only recently discussing Jose's art?
R.I.P Mr Ferrer.
(http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae48/adrianbamforth/Ceefax.jpg)
Sad news, Clive Dunn, 92. You are so excellent as Corporal Jones. :(
(http://www.wearysloth.com/Gallery/ActorsD/tve5017-19701120-82.gif)
Quote from: Goaty on 07 November, 2012, 04:21:19 PM
Sad news, Clive Dunn, 92. You are so excellent as Corporal Jones. :(
Just came here to post that one myself. That's a good age, but still sad news. :(
Ahh, that is indeed sad news. Somebody else that you kinda thought would go on forever..
Crikey I thought we lost him years ago - who'd have thought he'd be (almost) the last survivor?
Quote from: Dandontdare on 07 November, 2012, 04:54:29 PM
Crikey I thought we lost him years ago - who'd have thought he'd be (almost) the last survivor?
Why so? Wasn't he one of the youngest of the cast?
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 07 November, 2012, 05:08:59 PM
Quote from: Dandontdare on 07 November, 2012, 04:54:29 PM
Crikey I thought we lost him years ago - who'd have thought he'd be (almost) the last survivor?
Why so? Wasn't he one of the youngest of the cast?
Yeah, I was shocked to realise he was 92. I knew he was only in his forties when they filmed the series - guess I hadn't really registered just how long ago that was.
I shall watch an episode in his memory tonight :-(
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 07 November, 2012, 05:08:59 PM
Quote from: Dandontdare on 07 November, 2012, 04:54:29 PM
Crikey I thought we lost him years ago - who'd have thought he'd be (almost) the last survivor?
Why so? Wasn't he one of the youngest of the cast?
Apparently so - just listening to the news, I had no idea that he was so much younger than than the characters he played.
Just Pike and Hodges (the ARP warden) left now. Even Philip Madoc, the U-boat captain from the "don't tell them, Pike" episode, is deid.
I believe the vicar is still going too...
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 07 November, 2012, 07:05:19 PM
I believe the vicar is still going too...
Do you remember the episode of
The Simpsons where the surviving cast members of
Bonanza do a personal appearance at the Springfield mall, and it's just two fat Apaches?
That Ceefax page is completely brilliant.
Quote from: sauchie on 07 November, 2012, 06:54:40 PM
Just Pike and Hodges (the ARP warden) left now.
And Pike was on
Eastenders - that's a form of living death.
Stupid boy.
Both my grandfathers and all my great uncles having died when I was too small to appreciate them, Clive Dunn in his later incarnations functioned as a substitute TV grandad. Sad to hear he's gone, but glad to see he got in nearly 30 years of retirement in Portugal! Quite like the sound of that myself.
MSN. Sort of.
http://m.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-20222998
It's a tribute to Clive Dunn's talents that no-one questioned he was as old as the other actors. In the excellent episode 'Two and a Half Feathers' we get a rare glimpse of Jones in flashback the Sudan, and both Dunn and Lavander playing their own age.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qow0q5nNXf8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qow0q5nNXf8)
Bill Tarmey, "Jack Duckworth" in Coronation Street!!!!!!!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20270904
Oh man, my wife is going to be gutted about that one. She loves Corrie and had a soft spot for Jack.
Sad news.
that's a shame. I thought his screen death was the best ever in a soap, as the ghost of Vera came to take him to heaven on t'bus.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 09 November, 2012, 02:39:09 PM
that's a shame. I thought his screen death was the best ever in a soap, as the ghost of Vera came to take him to heaven on t'bus.
Did you just make that up?
I hope not..!
No it's true! he nodded off in front of the telly, then Vera came in and said something like "Ee Jack, gerrup we're late. T'bus is here, c'mon". He persuaded her into having a little dance, like they used to do down the palais, and then left with her. Tyrone came home later to find him dead in his armchair. I don't mind admitting I filled up.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 09 November, 2012, 03:58:01 PM
Quote from: Dandontdare on 09 November, 2012, 02:39:09 PM
that's a shame. I thought his screen death was the best ever in a soap, as the ghost of Vera came to take him to heaven on t'bus.
Did you just make that up?
I hope not..!
I remember his last dance with ghost Vera before he died. If she mentioned it was his time to get t'bus with her, I can't believe I forgot that!
That's brilliant.
No, seriously - I'm very impressed they did something like that in a soap!
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 09 November, 2012, 05:23:12 PM
That's brilliant.No, seriously - I'm very impressed they did something like that in a soap!
You should have caught Bouncer's wedding in
Neighbours.
Vince St Clair (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGrDNS1bgY8) will live on.
and here it is :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYIEQY9Xok8&feature=related (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYIEQY9Xok8&feature=related) - 4:00 on for the final scene
RIP Bill
Dennis Anver
http://blastr.com/2012/11/man-who-modded-his-body-t.php
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 13 November, 2012, 11:13:51 PM
Dennis Anver
http://blastr.com/2012/11/man-who-modded-his-body-t.php
His condition strikes true with someone I used to know. He was deeply into piercing and body modification then had a serious melt down. From what I have heard from friends who have kept in touch with him he is back to his old self now and pretty stable mentally.
V
Personally, a very sad one this. My mate Jason- who was only 27, and who had suffered much of his life- with cystic fibrosis and a recent double lung transplant. He seemed to have been given a whole new life, but then two weeks ago Jason had a stroke and was taken into hospital. I've just heard he died during the night.
He was my colleague for a time, and he was my friend. He'll be missed.
SBT
And oddly, i've just remembered it was Dredd that forged our friendship. Growing up in South Africa, Jason read whatever Dredd he could get his hands on. When he saw the badge on my coat at work, we hit it off immediately. In recent years we didnt talk about comics much- jason's health forced him to move in with his mum in kent, then his operation and his new life over there gave us other things to talk about, and our communication was reduced to facebook anyway. But he'd always comment on, or like, dredd-related shizzle i posted on fb- right up to a month or so ago when, in typical Jason form, he was worried about how much money i appeared to have spent on comics that weekend. Ha, and i gave him a right telling-off for that, too. He will be, as i say, very much missed. And i wont be able to look at The Hunting Party- one of his favourite trades- in quite the same way again.
SBT
It's horrible when someone dies so young and in such a ...pointless way.
But it's good you have the good memories to hold on to.
Life can be shit at times...
Sorry for your loss SBT, thanks for sharing.
Condolences on the loss of your friend, Steev, that's an utterly crap hand to be dealt.
Ah, that puts my petty gripes into some perspective. Condolences, Steev.
I'm so sorry to hear that SBT. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and memories with us.
Grief, that's just a year older than my beloved nephew.
Sorry for your loss, SBT.
Sorry to hear that SBT.
My condolences, SBT.
Very sorry to hear the bad news SBT.
Sorry to hear that Steev, my condolences.
I'm very sorry to hear that SBT. Condolences.
I knew a very nice young girl, she was 17, with CF that also went through a double lung transplant. Unfortunately in her case she never woke up from the surgery.
Thanks guys- it's very upsetting, and all the more so for his family. Cystic Fibrosis is an appalling thing- i had no understanding of it until i met Jason and hoped that his transplant would be the end of it. Awful to lose him now, a few years later.
SBT
gah, that's no age at all. sorry for your loss
Condolences, SBT. That barely seems like time enough.
My condolences, SBT.
filip
What's to say?
Really sorry to hear about this, SBT.
Condolences, SBT.
SBT's posts have made me genuinely angry.
I fucking hate to hear about young people dying in useless pointless ways like this. It makes me wish I believed in a god or any higher force so I could blame someone for it.
Sorry SBT.
It's horrible cliche, but Jason would very much not want people to be angry- he'd been angry at cf for too much of his life, he said, and it was a waste of time. As usual it's those of us left behind who are victim to all the horrible shit that goes with it- im as angry as richmond, in truth. Worse, it's the third death in two weeks- the first two being clients at the centre ive been working in, one also from a stroke and the other from the fucking c word.
But! Jason is no longein pain, and im rambling. Thanks for taking the time to offer your condolences, guys. Means a lot, and should any of his family happen upon us all here for whatever reason, im sure they'd be appreciative.
SBT
Condolences, SBT.
Condolences, SBT.
Larry Hagman aged 81 due to complications from his cancer!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 24 November, 2012, 04:52:42 AM
Larry Hagman aged 81 due to complications from his cancer!
That's a shame. He didn't look well during that remake series that has just been shown on Brit TV (and I can't see that show surviving without him as he was the only thing that made it worth watching)
A shame about Larry - but I'm pretty sure he had fun while it lasted.
I always thought Major Nelson and his army buddy must have been lovers, since he made use of Jeannie's devotion and her powers for every possible purpose except the most obvious :
DON'T MENTION BEWITCHED, IT'S A VERY DIFFERENT SHOW (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9mY8NMQtGA)
Aye a shame about Larry Hagman.
I'd recently caught a radio 2 interview by him as part of the UK promotion for the new Dallas, and he seemed full of beans for that.
FUCK.
The actress Dinah Sheridan, Time Lady Chancellor Flavia in the 20th-anniversary story The Five Doctors, has died
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 25 November, 2012, 10:15:38 PM
The actress Dinah Sheridan, Time Lady Chancellor Flavia in the 20th-anniversary story The Five Doctors, has died
She was Jenny Agutter's Mum in
The Railway Children too.
I was just watching Counsellor Flavia last month in my regular re-watch of old Who.
Damned good innings though.
Dave Brubeck, aged 91
http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/music/chi-dave-brubeck-dead-20121205,0,7126256.column
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faJE92phKzI
Another good innings - and a damned fine tune, to boot.
A damn shame. I was surprised that he was still alive, so to me it feels as though Brubeck got extra time. He was in a Patrick McGoohan movie called 'all night long' which was a London Jazz scene version of Othello
Oscar Niemeyer moved on (aged 104) on Wednesday. I've seen a fair few of his buildings first-hand, and they're an incredible legacy to leave behind. I love the fact he remarried (aged 99) after the death of his first wife.
Quote from: ming on 06 December, 2012, 10:42:56 PM
Oscar Niemeyer moved on (aged 104) on Wednesday. I've seen a fair few of his buildings first-hand, and they're an incredible legacy to leave behind. I love the fact he remarried (aged 99) after the death of his first wife.
And he was still working! Finished a commission
last week by all accounts.
Rupert Murdoch's mum has just died. His papers here are celebrating by pretending it was her fault and then apologising when forced to do so more than twenty years later. Apparently she was a very nice and philanthropic person, but given she was responsible for Rupert being alive, she had a lot to make up for.
Really sad to hear this one.....
Hawkwind guitarist Huw Lloyd Langton has passed away.
http://www.hawkwind.com/
There was a documentary about them on BBC 4 last year where Huw was talking about the effects of playing whilst twisted beyond belief on acid. I enjoyed the tale so I thought I'd share it here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=JzAldD6t-ps#t=889s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=JzAldD6t-ps#t=889s)
A mate of my dad's was at this festival and whenever you mention it his eyes mist over.
In a truly shocking development to the recent royal prank call by that Australian radio station, it would appear that the nurse who took the call has committed suicide.
Just unbelievably tragic.
Quote from: Albion on 07 December, 2012, 01:35:05 PM
Really sad to hear this one.....
Hawkwind guitarist Huw Lloyd Langton has passed away.
http://www.hawkwind.com/
Gutted. Hawkwind are a huge part of my life. It's only last year I saw him play and support HAwkwind on tour and he seemed in fine form.
Quote from: Judge Jack on 07 December, 2012, 03:47:15 PM
In a truly shocking development to the recent royal prank call by that Australian radio station, it would appear that the nurse who took the call has committed suicide.
Just unbelievably tragic.
It's another terrible illustration of what happens when ordinary folk find themselves caught up in a news story. The idiots responsible for the prank couldn't have foreseen the consequences of their actions, but something terrible happens as soon as any branch of the media starts treating people as a means to an end.
Quite so sauchie, no one could really expect a suicide from this. But quite obviously the gaff of talking to the hoaxers would cause a big heap of pressure without it being William & Kate.
It was a silly hoax.
Very sad for the poor nurses family.
Quote from: Bat King on 08 December, 2012, 12:42:27 AM
It was a silly hoax.
Yeah - what a wheeze, calling up a hospital and pretending to be an elderly woman enquiring about the medical condition of their pregnant granddaughter.
Not only do the presenters deserve a 'firin (which I believe they have been) but I'd seriously think about criminal prosecution. There's nothing "prank" about a call like that, where's the joke?
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 08 December, 2012, 01:04:50 AM...where's the joke?
The 'joke' is that yet again the very same people who apparently clamour for every intimate detail of the lives of 'celebrities' are complaining when the media they fund and drive does
exactly what they ask it to. It's no good blaming moronic radio jocks or prurient tabloids for creating misery and death when they keep
listening to and
buying this
shite.
That said, yes, criminal prosecution for malicious fraud and invasion of privacy seems in order. In a world of even more horrible stories, this may still be the most affecting one I've seen this week. For fuck's sake, what a waste.
The thing that really urks me about this story is that the same media channels that were all laughing along with the 'joke' are now rounding on the perpetrators for the terrible consequences. Forgetting that its possible the only reason its become what it has is that they all joined in the puerile fun in the first place, for the same vapid reasons the stunt was pulled to start with.
Sure some of them may have covered the it with a certain sense of how easy this was to pull off, but it was done (in the bits I saw and heard) with this knowing smug wink.
Bloody tragic and doing nothing but continue to expose the hypocrisy of the media.
Well, I'm not sure I'd be lobbing any rocks personally over this, even though when the pregnancy was first announced I turned off the TV as it was obviously going to be pored over to the nth detail, and the press/tv coverage would magnify anything.
Looking back at the case of the woman who botched the restoration of that fresco of Christ, it all got out of hand via social media and then the mainstream media.
It could quite easily have lead to a similar tragic situation that we have here.
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 08 December, 2012, 08:58:28 AM...the hypocrisy of the media.
The media we get are the media we pay for. And before Troutfire has to say it, 'media' is not some homogenous entity.
Quote from: Steve Green on 08 December, 2012, 09:15:04 AM
Looking back at the case of the woman who botched the restoration of that fresco of Christ, it all got out of hand via social media and then the mainstream media. It could quite easily have lead to a similar tragic situation that we have here.
That was pretty much where my thoughts took me on hearing the news about Jacintha Saldanha; via the McCanns, the family of Milly Dowler, and that woman who stuck a cat in a wheelie bin. There aren't many folk who have the mental resources to handle being
feted by their peers, and the number of us who can stand up to being the object of their scorn or ridicule is vanishingly small. When we indulge in either worship or criticism of any individual, famous or not, it involves forgetting or ignoring that they're a fallible and vulnerable human being just like everyone else.
S'right.
Seconded. So many people clamour for fame, but don't realise that it can swing both ways.
I remember a lad who became a minor Twitter deity after Kanye West decided to randomly followed him (and he doesn't follow anyone - this is the point) and the world's press were banging on this lad's door and he was like "WHAT?! I didn't ASK Kanye to follow me, GO AWAY!"
I remember them repeatedly asking "Surely you're loving your five minutes?" and him replying "NO! Look, I've got an exam next week - leave me the f**k alone" type thing, people were poring over all his information, critcising everything, dying to know why Kanye would have chosen him of all people to follow. West was just doing it for a laugh. Is THAT a joke?
Anyway - before this swings wildly off topic I've got to say I was gutted about Huw Lloyd Langton I bloody love Hawkwind.
The media have a lot to answer for around the world but never want to put their hand up to anything and when it does blow up in their faces they try to pass the blame.
V
Quote from: vzzbux on 09 December, 2012, 10:53:35 AM
The media have a lot to answer for around the world but never want to put their hand up to anything and when it does blow up in their faces they try to pass the blame.
As
BigBarryPenge! points out above, the media are only pandering to an ugly side of all our natures.
A recent example was with the BBC after the Saville stuff started coming out, they jumped on the alledged unnamed tory MP involved in child sex pushing it as top news. We all know now that was untrue and it was ITV and Schofield that took the brunt.
Get your facts right first, media.
V
Quote from: Big Barry PengeBack on 08 December, 2012, 09:22:28 AM
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 08 December, 2012, 08:58:28 AM...the hypocrisy of the media.
The media we get are the media we pay for. And before Troutfire has to say it, 'media' is not some homogenous entity.
Exactly. When this hospital made a reference to "journalistic trickery", every journalist I know was horrified and angry. These idiots aren't journalists. Everyone I know was very sad for this poor nurse.
Quote from: vzzbux on 09 December, 2012, 10:53:35 AM
The media have a lot to answer for around the world but never want to put their hand up to anything and when it does blow up in their faces they try to pass the blame.
V
They want power but no responsibility. I feel very sorry for that poor nurse and her family. A terrible tragedy.
Quote from: vzzbux on 09 December, 2012, 11:16:18 AM
A recent example was with the BBC after the Saville stuff started coming out, they jumped on the alledged unnamed tory MP involved in child sex pushing it as top news. We all know now that was untrue and it was ITV and Schofield that took the brunt.
Get your facts right first, media.
V
ITV and Schofield?
Give over.
The BBC took a far bigger hit, and the This Morning stunt was more amateur hour than even Newsnight's risible attempt at trying to atone for punting the Savile investigation.
And both pale into what is said on social media.
It's just been on the news that Sir Patric Moore has died.
Stew.
Sir Patrick Moore.
(http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd359/anaconda888/PM.jpg)
Legend.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 09 December, 2012, 01:07:07 PM
Sir Patrick Moore.
(http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd359/anaconda888/PM.jpg)
Legend.
Xylophone legend (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=703AFmOd80o)
RIP Gamesmaster
And a navigator as well. RIP Sir Patrick Moore. A giant in every sense.
Aye, a true one-off. RIP Patrick Moore.
Patrick Moore has been one of my heroes for as long as I can remember, singlehandedly inspiring my love of stargazing and things astronomical*, and probably costing me more sleepless nights than the prospect of nuclear war and amphetamines combined.
I only met him once, maybe 25 years ago, after a lecture in Dublin's RDS, and he was everything you would expect: warm, focused, brilliant and not a little nuts. I have a whole bookshelf proudly dedicated to his writing, including his wonderfully British kids' SF series Scott Saunders, which at one time were my favourite books in the whole world**.
I've been pleasantly amazed to see him soldiering on for ages now, but that doesn't mean I can believe he's actually gone. A very sad day.
* Coincidentally Patrick led at second-hand to my son getting into trouble in school on Friday, for (no doubt rudely) insisting that there were constellations called the Little Bear and Pegasus (only 'the Big Dipper' is on the curriculum ,it seems), and what's more he could point them out (he can), and that a micro-planet called Cruithne shares our orbit (it does).
** I must have spent whole days just looking at the displays and panels on this one:
(http://img1.bdbphotos.com/images/orig/r/m/rmuzer7aup3vzurv.jpg)
:(
Quote from: Big Barry PengeBack on 09 December, 2012, 02:52:46 PM
Patrick Moore has been one of my heroes for as long as I can remember
Me too; when I had thoughts of being smarter than I was back in Christmas 1985 I asked for and received this
magnum opus,
(http://bonanzleimages.s3.amazonaws.com/afu/images/8871/9951/Stargazing1_1_.jpg)
He was one of a kind.
Very sad news. I met him in the 90's, a true gentlemen. He said his favourite SF novel was Last and First Men by Olaf Stapeldon, so I immediately went and read it (loved it too).
Farewell, Patrick.
Moore was a real character and if it had been someone more dry or less distinctive, I don't think I'd have paid attention to all that poncy science stuff. Did anyone catch that radio play tie-in to Independence Day where he starred as himself and had a bare knuckle brawl with an alien? Also Gamesmaster: I don't think I can understate how huge that was with those of us of a certain age, poking fun at gaming and gamers in a good-natured way from within long before gaming became mainstream and flooded with failed "real" media arseholes whose only contribution was to sneer on cue.
Quote from: Big Barry PengeBack on 09 December, 2012, 02:52:46 PM* Coincidentally Patrick led at second-hand to my son getting into trouble in school on Friday, for (no doubt rudely) insisting that there were constellations called the Little Bear and Pegasus (only 'the Big Dipper' is on the curriculum ,it seems), and what's more he could point them out (he can), and that a micro-planet called Cruithne shares our orbit (it does).
So basically someone in the Irish education system has got into trouble for actually learning something? I suppose it's a slippery slope: stars in the sky today, but tomorrow the little devil could be saying evolution is real, or that only doctors should practice medicine.
Patrick Moore had mean xylophone skills.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 09 December, 2012, 03:31:24 PM..I asked for and received this magnum opus
I have the same book, from about the same time!
Quote from: Hawkeye McGillicuddy on 09 December, 2012, 04:14:14 PM
So basically someone in the Irish education system has got into trouble for actually learning something?
I briefly flared bright red with anger with thinking the very same thing, but then I visualised the relentless, implacable way my son (6) would have delivered these
facts, loudly, forcefully, and preventing any forward progress in the lesson until his utter rightness was acknowledged, and I quickly sided with his teacher. We have both felt the sting of his all-knowing scorn, she and I.
Patrick Moore is a british institution and seemed to have been around forever. He is looking down on us from among the stars now.
V
Check out the xylophone skills in the last half of this clip:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngVAfMDtqf8&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Quote from: Big Barry PengeBack on 09 December, 2012, 02:52:46 PM
I've been pleasantly amazed to see him soldiering on for ages now, but that doesn't mean I can believe he's actually gone.
Still hasnt quite sunk in.
Really enjoyed catching the Sky at Night the last couple of years, after not having watched it for
so long.I hope itll continue.
And chuckled at that recent-ish Radio Times interview were he warned us all to
never trust the Germans!
Every month I sit and watch Sky At Night... and wonder how much longer we have this truly inspirational man. Sadly, no more.
It's no understatement to say that he was pretty much responsible for starting the careers & hobbies of thousands of astronomers & scientists.
Quote from: Judge Jack on 09 December, 2012, 05:15:44 PM
chuckled at that recent-ish Radio Times interview were he warned us all to never trust the Germans!
They did murder his fiancée, so you can understand the odd Stan Boardman (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=31rGnAeu-Jc#t=22s)-ism.
Quote from: sauchie on 09 December, 2012, 05:28:09 PM
They did murder his fiancée
Yes indeed. His fiancée was killed during an air raid, if i remember the interview correctly.
So, as you say, totally understandable.
And certainly it wasnt my intention to make like light of that, if thats how my post read.
Its a shame. He was a great man and a true intellectual who brought astronomy to the masses. And he was a Star Wars fan!
Did any papers run the headline "No more Mr Night Sky"?
Quote from: Adrian Bamforth on 11 December, 2012, 01:04:13 PM
Did any papers run the headline "No more Mr Night Sky"?
Took me a while to work that one out. A puntastic career in newspaper editing awaits you...
Ravi Shankar (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-20690632), at the tragically young age of 92. Apparently, when I was a very small child his music was guaranteed to get me to stop crying. I don't know whether he should take that as a compliment or an insult.
Quote from: The Cosh on 12 December, 2012, 10:23:53 AM
Ravi Shankar (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-20690632), at the tragically young age of 92.
That is a shame. Does anybody know what the surgery was for? All reports only seem to say they hoped it would extend his life.
Quote from: The Cosh on 12 December, 2012, 10:23:53 AMApparently, when I was a very small child his music was guaranteed to get me to stop crying.
He must have been playing a baby sitar. I'm here all week...
Quote from: Adrian Bamforth on 12 December, 2012, 01:30:05 PM
Quote from: The Cosh on 12 December, 2012, 10:23:53 AMApparently, when I was a very small child his music was guaranteed to get me to stop crying.
He must have been playing a baby sitar. I'm here all week...
*thwip* That was the noise of me stealing that for a Facebook status
Excellent work Mr Bamforth.
Yes, that made me laugh out loud. To which the teenager opposite on the bus sneered, in a "cant you just say 'LOL' like everyone else you old wanker?" kind of way.
So i punched her in the FACE.
SBT
Norman Joseph Woodland, co-inventor of the barcode.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-20718362
I think we should have a day off at work to mourn his passing. We print plenty of them.
Kenneth Kendall.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20730869 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20730869)
Quote from: Supermarine Troutfire on 14 December, 2012, 03:44:14 PM
Kenneth Kendall.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20730869 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20730869)
Sad news, but as a Richard Herring fan, I'm afraid I burst out laughing when I read this...
A lot of children. This is terrible. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-20730717
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 14 December, 2012, 06:28:50 PM
A lot of children. This is terrible. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-20730717
Bloody hell, 18 children, before Xmas, that's so sad.
Fuck.
Quote from: Goaty on 14 December, 2012, 07:16:41 PM
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 14 December, 2012, 06:28:50 PM
A lot of children. This is terrible. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-20730717
Bloody hell, 18 children, before Xmas, that's so sad.
WTF's Christmas got to do with anything? Would this be less tragic in Summer?
Obviously not, but it'll be horrible for the relatives and the surviving kids every time the decorations go up from now on.
This is just simply awful in the extreme. Terrible, terrible news.
They say events like this are relatively rare, but it all seems to be happening far too often of late.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 14 December, 2012, 08:59:36 PM
WTF's Christmas got to do with anything? Would this be less tragic in Summer?
I am sorry if I said it wrong, it just as it's last week for my niece at her school and just thought of those poor children when it's nearly the xmas.
:(
Quote from: Goaty on 14 December, 2012, 10:34:29 PM
Quote from: Dandontdare on 14 December, 2012, 08:59:36 PM
WTF's Christmas got to do with anything? Would this be less tragic in Summer?
I am sorry if I said it wrong, it just as it's last week for my niece at her school and just thought of those poor children when it's nearly the xmas.
Obviously it's no more or less of a loss because it's Christmas, or indeed because it was the US rather than Iraq or Palestine or Darfur, but I know exactly what Goaty means - Christmas in the West is all about little kids, it is in many ways their time of year, and for me at least there certainly is an extra empathic kick in the guts to see such horror visited on them and their families now, when contrasted with all the eager excitement of my own nearest.
I feel a prick for even saying it, but I'm just angry thinking of this and then thinking of all those fuckbags marching on Washington when they thought poor people would get access to free medicine and wonder how many will dust off their marching boots to call for better gun control.
Random, maybe, but I find focusing the anger on complete fucking assholes helps a little.
Very sad news. I sat down to watch the 18:30 ITV News, as I always do but as soon as this came on screen I didn't want to know any more. These horrible events are so upsetting that I don't want to hear all the tiny details as the news teams try to bring us everything. Even tonight at work I've listened to the music channels for a change, as I don't want to seemingly intrude upon all that grief.
I send my heartfelt condolences to all those who have been dragged into this nightmare!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 15 December, 2012, 01:55:25 AMEven tonight at work I've listened to the music channels for a change, as I don't want to seemingly intrude upon all that grief.
Well said, that man.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 15 December, 2012, 01:55:25 AM
These horrible events are so upsetting that I don't want to hear all the tiny details as the news teams try to bring us everything.
I completely understand what you're saying, John. Much the same for me, I must admit.
I heard about this late, and my first real inkling that something had happened was the number of gun control discussions I suddenly saw on Facebook.
That's the part that really upsets me - that this horrible tragedy has happened, and suddenly there's a morass of people all using it as a soapbox to push their personal stance or opinion on an issue. Yes, it's important, and yes, some of the points made are pertinent and worthwhile... but for goodness sake! Do we really have to go through all of that while the news is still minutes old?
Horrible, horrible events... I just can't fathom what brings somebody to commit such acts.
If not now though, when? Before hearing about this I didn't really have 'an agenda', but I think it's fair to say now that I am all for discussing gun control. It's not a soapbox, it's motivated purely by not wanting anything like this to happen again.
Quote from: HdE on 15 December, 2012, 07:45:07 PM
Yes, it's important, and yes, some of the points made are pertinent and worthwhile...
Yes. YES. We can't fathom the world of grief the parents are going through and the depth of the shock - nothing we say can change what happened so how's about we do something useful and try to stop it from happening again (again and again and again and again and again and again)? I think a structured debate about the nature of gun availability or the support that's there for vulnerable people is miles more constructive than just sitting there and feeling sad about the whole thing.
I daren't comment on this too much as it angers me so much and fills me with grief.
V
I only just heard about this here...
Not seen any TV or much internet since Thursday. Glad I hadn't.
All together too much violence in the world.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 16 December, 2012, 04:40:03 AM
Quote from: HdE on 15 December, 2012, 07:45:07 PM
Yes, it's important, and yes, some of the points made are pertinent and worthwhile...
Yes. YES. We can't fathom the world of grief the parents are going through and the depth of the shock - nothing we say can change what happened so how's about we do something useful and try to stop it from happening again (again and again and again and again and again and again)? I think a structured debate about the nature of gun availability or the support that's there for vulnerable people is miles more constructive than just sitting there and feeling sad about the whole thing.
Absolutely agree!I'm not saying we shouldn't have the gun control debate - just that it needs to be tackled when the facts of this case are fully established and everyone's had a chance to consider their input in light of them.
Gun control isn't the only hot issue this awful event spaks debate on, after all.
Quote from: Bat King on 16 December, 2012, 11:06:46 AMAll together too much violence in the world.
Too true, Bat King, and always the innocents who suffer the most. A school at refugee camp near Damascus got hit by a mortar attack earlier this month, 28 children and one teacher killed. (http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=43688&Cr=syria&Cr1=#.UM5dx6z9Gfs) Euronews featured a piece a few months ago on a charity group (can't remember which one, sorry)who work with children in conflict zones, the stories from the kids (some around 5 years old I reckon) were pretty harrowing.
It might be more appropriate if you lads take your discussion to "the Political Thread".
Quote from: HdE on 15 December, 2012, 07:45:07 PM
I heard about this late, and my first real inkling that something had happened was the number of gun control discussions I suddenly saw on Facebook.
That's the part that really upsets me - that this horrible tragedy has happened, and suddenly there's a morass of people all using it as a soapbox to push their personal stance or opinion on an issue.
I get just as annoyed by Facebook activism when I agree with the cause as much as when I don't. It's just far too easy to click 'share' on an image containing a simplistic political soundbite in large font rather than to research and formulate an argument yourself. If people want to make the argument themselves, using language, then hang around for the ensuing discussion, then perhaps I'll actually read it.
Having said that, watching a representative of the NRA on Channel 4 News, it's clear they simply have no intention of contemplating a change of stance on anything, not even assault and automatic weapons. Cold, dead hands indeed.
You put that sentiment across much better than I could, Adrian. that pretty much nails my thoughts on the whole thing.
Quote from: Adrian Bamforth on 17 December, 2012, 07:56:54 PM
Having said that, watching a representative of the NRA on Channel 4 News, it's clear they simply have no intention of contemplating a change of stance on anything, not even assault and automatic weapons. Cold, dead hands indeed.
It's easy to look at them as nutters, but when you're sitting in a cabin 20 miles from civilisation and an armed stranger appears, you can see why they take the right to protect themselves so seriously. Problem is trying to work out where that right stops.
Read an old sci-fi story in an anthology a few years back. IIRC it was written by a fella in Poland during the 1930s, and it concerned the right to bear arms. Put within the context of jack-boots marching down your street, it certainly challenged my (traditionally anti-gun) opinions on the subject.
There's an argument to be had, especially when arms already exist; it's just a shame that it's so hard for the debate to be had freely and rationally, away from the identity politics of it. It's become such a pillar of the right.
Quote from: A.Cow on 17 December, 2012, 11:11:31 PM
It's easy to look at them as nutters, but when you're sitting in a cabin 20 miles from civilisation and an armed stranger appears, you can see why they take the right to protect themselves so seriously.
What proportion of them actually live in cabins 20 miles from civilisation?
I don't think guns are entirely the problem in the US even when politicians use it as a scapegoat to either ban guns or defend the right to bear arms. A proliferation of guns certainly does't help when some head-case has a grudge but having one of the most unequal, atomised societies on Earth doesn't help either.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 18 December, 2012, 01:01:50 AM
« Last Edit: Today at 01:08:58 AM by JOE SOAP »
Woah! How did you do
that?
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 18 December, 2012, 01:01:50 AM
What proportion of them actually live in cabins 20 miles from civilisation?
According to stats, about 16% -- which is about 50 million people. Well, OK, maybe not in
cabins as such...
Yeah, you're right, though. Gun control didn't stop Dunblane, and all the laws in the world can't stop a determined headcase.
Peter Andre's brother, Andrew Andre, has died of Cancer early this morning!!! (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/andrew-andre-death-1495553) :(
Quote from: A.Cow on 18 December, 2012, 02:50:13 AMGun control didn't stop Dunblane, and all the laws in the world can't stop a determined headcase.
But they
can make it more difficult for them to get hold of a gun, and when your country has a fuckload of nutters this is a good thing. Not to be indelicate, but can you imagine the damage that would have been done if the Dunblane shootings had been perpetrated with an automatic or self-reloading weapon rather than a clumsy and slow shotgun?
If you must own a gun, I don't think it's unreasonable that you prove you're mentally stable and/or that you store it in a secure place away from children and the mentally unbalanced.
Footballer Charlie Adams, has died suddenly and unexpectedly (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-20765579) :(
Is it too soon to post 'everyone'? Should i wait three more days?
Quote from: Judge Jack on 18 December, 2012, 05:55:43 PM
Is it too soon to post 'everyone'? Should i wait three more days?
NASA released a "world didn't end" video on December the 13th which they were only meant to release it on the 22nd so it's ok to be early I guess. (http://uk.news.yahoo.com/nasa-releases--world-didn-t-end--video-nine-days-early-132408442.html;_ylt=AjPEPJ8gmUYlw3Ae2relUQ_3fMl_;_ylu=X3oDMTN2aXIzZG85BG1pdANKdW1ib3Ryb24gU2NpZW5jZVNGIE1EBHBrZwM2NmEwYTlmMi00OWEzLTMyZDAtOWU4Mi05YzA3Yzg3OWM5ZDYEcG9zAzIEc2VjA21lZ2F0cm9uBHZlcgNkNzZhNDMxMy00NTI4LTExZTItYjk5Zi00YzllZmRlNzFiMGM-;_ylg=X3oDMTFsdm43ZW9kBGludGwDZ2IEbGFuZwNlbi1nYgRwc3RhaWQDBHBzdGNhdANzY2llbmNlBHB0A3NlY3Rpb25z;_ylv=3)
Quote from: Judge Jack on 18 December, 2012, 05:55:43 PM
Is it too soon to post 'everyone'? Should i wait three more days?
I'm not worried - Tharg is talking blithely of the thrills to come in 2013, and if anyone should know whether the apocalypse is a blind then it's him. ;)
The Mayan prophecy can apparently be read as a 'good' thing, and that it means something will end and it leads to something much better. But most people are more excited about just saying 'End of the world!' with the more simple reading for some reason.
it's all getting a bit silly in China .. http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2012/dec/17/chinese-arrest-mayan-apocalypse-rumours (http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2012/dec/17/chinese-arrest-mayan-apocalypse-rumours)
And yet I find myself wanting a 'Survival Pod' just so I can say I have one...
Only just noticed that the Westboro Baptist mob have announced they're going to picket the vigil and funerals for the Newtown children.
Cunts.
Weirdly, I wondered today if those arseholes would try and get their twisted publicity from this.
Stunningly nasty people.
I hope their hell finds them eternally buggered.
Sick freaks.
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/71701_450781334969550_652274712_n.jpg)
Those Westboro people need a sound thrashing with a bag of Terry's Chocolate Oranges (milk or dark, you choose).
Hmmm, I find that nettavist bollocks almost as offensive as Phelps himself (almost) - profoundly childish, especially seeing as Phelps surrounds himself with his horrifically abused descendants. But yeah, it almost makes me wish that the Jesus of the Gospels was an immortal omnipotent deity, because by my reading he would kick their twisted inhuman arses.
I went on Kickstarter to see if it was possible to fund-raise there in order to hire gay bikers to give beatings to WBC members, but it's right there in their first term of service that you can't use it for the commission of illegal activity. I blame Obamacare.
Quote from: Judge Jack on 18 December, 2012, 05:55:43 PM
Is it too soon to post 'everyone'? Should i wait three more days?
Phew, that was close. Everybody still here? Just the Zombie Apocalypse, and my Man Flu, to worry about now..
Quote from: Judge Jack on 21 December, 2012, 11:53:07 AM
Quote from: Judge Jack on 18 December, 2012, 05:55:43 PM
Is it too soon to post 'everyone'? Should i wait three more days?
Just the Zombie Apocalypse, and my Man Flu, to worry about now..
Both works of fiction according to Mrs. Prime
Ah we'll. still here...
Quote from: Link Prime on 21 December, 2012, 11:55:18 AM
Both works of fiction according to Mrs. Prime
Women - Grud bless 'em!
(He sez coughing and shivering. Too poorly to do owt, 'cept go on the internet ;))
RIP Mike Scaccia.
http://loudwire.com/ministry-rigor-mortis-guitarist-mike-scaccia-dies-at-47-onstage-collapse/
V
Ministry legend :/
Jack Klugman, RIP Quincy M.E.
Quote from: Goaty on 24 December, 2012, 11:18:57 PM
Jack Klugman, RIP Quincy M.E.
One of my favourite gags from Tim Vine:
"Doctor! Can you help my parents -- they're feeling a bit Quincy."
"Don't you mean 'queasy'?"
"Dammit, Doctor! These are human lives we're talking about!"
Well, I guess you need to deliver the final line Klugman style for it to work...
Shame 'bout Klugman. I always liked the Odd Couple.
Aye RIP Jack. You couldnt beat a bit o' Quincy.
Thunderbirds creator Gerry Anderson. :(
Sad news about Gerry Anderson but what a legacy. And actor Charles Durning's gone too. :( :(
Gerry Anderson.... :'( What an absolute legend...
Alas, many happy memorys of Cpt. Scarlet. Never to be forgoten, farewell Gerry Anderson. :'(
Sad news indeed. An absolute genius. RIP.
Another icon of my childhood sadly passes. Gerry Anderson was responsible for my earliest TV moments that fired my imagination and were hugely influential on me. Joe 90, Fireball XL5, Stingray, Thunderbirds, Capt Scarlet, the list goes on and on. He knew how to tap into that part of little boys' brains that adores cool gadgets and vehicles like no-one else.
Grew up with Gerry Anderson's TV magic. Many years later, had the Thunderbirds March at my wedding. I can't believe he's gone. F.A.B., Gerry.
Stormin' Norman Schwarzkopf aged 78
Fontella Bass has sadly passed away. Rescue Me was a classic soul track.
Sad to see another genius of my childhood pass away in Gerry Anderson. I can dimly recall watching Fireball XL5 but it was the stuff from the late sixties/early seventies that I remember most. They were filled with such fantastic characters and machines. I mean, who could forget this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bV8YbLvGrb0
Charles Chilton, writer of Riders of the Range (in the original Eagle comic) and Journey Into Space died yesterday at the ripe old age of 95
http://www.bearalley.blogspot.co.uk/
I had been listening recently to Journey Into Space on BBC 4 Extra in the 7th Dimension (Essential listening when on dish washing duties). It was entertaining in a retro/vintage kind of way.
Sad to see Charles Chilton go. Journey into Space is ace entertainment.
Cluade Nobs, founder of Montreaux Jazz Festival. Died after a skiing accident. He was mentioned in Deep Purple's Smoke on the water in the line....."Funky Claude was running in and out, pulling kids out the ground".
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20981739
Bit gutted about that - Mr Nobs was clearly a massive gent. Also - what a way to go!
Not a good time for fondly remembered figures from childhood.
In a recent discussion of Flash Gordon on this here board, Tordelback mentioned his preference for the severe General Kala (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJV7CfVjgro) over the undeniable charms of Ornella Muti's Princess Oral. Mariangela Melato, the Italian actress who got that "What do you mean, Flash Gordon approaching?" line died today (http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/italian-actress-mariangela-melato-dead-411245). Her other most famous role was in the original version of Swept Away; here she is in the only clip from that film I could find which didn't feature her naked (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Un2SvABqLlk), making love to one of the dwarves from The Hobbit.
RIP Prop Joe actor Robert Chew of the Wire
Conrad Bain - the Dad in Diff'rent Strokes - died this week at the grand age of 89
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21057560
Quote from: Goaty on 18 January, 2013, 11:39:22 PM
RIP Prop Joe actor Robert Chew of the Wire
Gutting - love Prop Joe.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 19 January, 2013, 01:43:52 PM
Quote from: Goaty on 18 January, 2013, 11:39:22 PM
RIP Prop Joe actor Robert Chew of the Wire
Gutting - love Prop Joe.
Yeah, that scene where his nephew asks him about the pictures on the wall was one of the most affecting in the whole series. Prop Joe was the second most legendary character after Omar.
Agreed, even that scene with Prop Joe on phone to many different Police depts to find out where Herc is!
He ain't dead yet, but this is pure fucking class:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21082519
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 19 January, 2013, 07:25:53 PM
He ain't dead yet, but this is pure fucking class:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21082519
damn damn damn damn damn. That man is a genius guitar player. And facing his disease and end with dignity.Very sad news indeed.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 19 January, 2013, 07:25:53 PM
He ain't dead yet, but this is pure fucking class:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21082519
Oh no! Death of a legend, and what a way to go out! How all performing artists should go.
Calm down Dear Michael Winner (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21123532) has died. Despite him playing the arse a lot I always liked him. Not so much his films though.
He made some great films and told some interesting stories about his life as well.
RIP Mr Winner, it's shamed as he make few good films and many people mock him cos of the advert...
Not again.
Quote from: Goaty on 21 January, 2013, 02:57:35 PM
many people mock him cos of the advert...
Oh there were plenty of reasons besides that!
That is a shame. Despite his being a lifelong Tory, I did always like Michael Winner and viewed him as part of the UK cultural furniture. Most people point to that time he called Richard Littlejohn an arsehole on his own show - and fair play, someone had to.
Gutted to hear about Wilko Johnson. That guy is one bona-fide character, no mistake.
RIP Mickey, my friends' cat, he was missed for three days and council worker found him frozen to death :(
Quote from: Goaty on 22 January, 2013, 08:21:34 PM
RIP Mickey, my friends' cat, he was missed for three days and council worker found him frozen to death :(
I suddenly feel very afraid to let our cats out a night at the moment.
Who fans may recognise the name
http://www.doctorwhonews.net/2013/01/dwn29011312bernard-horsfall-1930-2013.html
Sad news. I remember his role in The Deadly Assassin quite vividly.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 29 January, 2013, 07:14:41 PM
Who fans may recognise the name
http://www.doctorwhonews.net/2013/01/dwn29011312bernard-horsfall-1930-2013.html
Chancellor Goth. Bah! Sad news.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 21 January, 2013, 03:43:32 PM
Quote from: Goaty on 21 January, 2013, 02:57:35 PM
many people mock him cos of the advert...
Oh there were plenty of reasons besides that!
y fronts and grange hill wasnt it?
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 29 January, 2013, 07:14:41 PM
Who fans may recognise the name
http://www.doctorwhonews.net/2013/01/dwn29011312bernard-horsfall-1930-2013.html
Oh bum. Another icon from my childhood gone. :'(
Loved him in The War Games.
Patty Andrews died aged 94, last of the Andrew sisters
My brother in law, my sons uncle John, 60. A fantastic man who will be missed by us all.
Quote from: Something Fishy on 31 January, 2013, 11:37:41 PM
My brother in law, my sons uncle John, 60. A fantastic man who will be missed by us all.
I'm sorry for your loss. :(
Thank you.
Condolences. 60 is no kind of age.
Sorry for your loss SF.
Agreed 60 is tragically young, condolences Fishy.
New York Former Mayor Ed Koch.
Sorry to hear that, Fishy. As has been said, sixty is no age...
Sorry to hear that Fishy, my condolences.
Sorry, Fishy. 60 is way too young. Hope you're all coping ok
Sorry for your loss, Fishy.
Reg Presley frontman of the Troggs died of lung cancer aged 71
Damn, now he'll never know what made those crop circles :'(
See you in the mother ship, Reg.
Robin Sachs, 61. Did a lot of genre work including Babylon 5, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and played Sarris in Galaxy Quest.
And he was in Hammer's Vampire Circus. Man, he did some good stuff. 61 is too young.
Stuart Freeborn, Yoda's dad.
http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=36428
Caught this earlier - sad news, that.
But 98(!) is a good old age isnt it. RIP Mr Freeborn.
Did well, he did.
When I was a wee nipper, I was an avid reader of Fangoria and always dreamed of being a special make-up effects man like Freeborn, Savini Bottin Winston and Smith. If you consider the amount of work it must have taken to design, manufacture and operate the aliens in the Cantina scene or Jabba's palace, all done (originally!) before CGI, the man was a technical genius.
Soul Star Cecil Womack:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21320040
Quote from: ZippoCreed on 07 February, 2013, 07:26:14 PM
Soul Star Cecil Womack:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21320040
Wow. That was an eventful life, and makes for great reading. I've got to admit that I thought the male half of Womack and Womack (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8AOAap6_k4) was Cecil's brother Bobby (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOg_8hCC4u4).
Thanks for the replies last week guys and apologies for the delay responding. Been a busy old week.
Peter Gilmore - star of the Onedin Line, appeared in several Carry On films, Doctor Who and, of course, Warlords of Atlantis died this week, aged 81
http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=peter%20gilmore&source=web&cd=2&cad=rja&ved=0CDkQqQIwAQ&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.independent.co.uk%2Farts-entertainment%2Ftv%2Fnews%2Fthe-onedin-line-star-peter-gilmore-dies-aged-81-8485341.html&ei=5BgYUebjDsvK0AWGnoCgDA&usg=AFQjCNFPdC_caf727py82p99CtvdtNQOFA&bvm=bv.42080656,d.d2k
Sad to hear this
http://news.sky.com/story/1053662/richard-briers-dies-good-life-actor-aged-79
Quote from: johnnystress on 18 February, 2013, 12:54:03 PM
Sad to hear this
http://news.sky.com/story/1053662/richard-briers-dies-good-life-actor-aged-79
And death consume's another childhood icon. 'sigh'
79 is no bad age mind...
Quote from: johnnystress on 18 February, 2013, 12:54:03 PM
Sad to hear this
http://news.sky.com/story/1053662/richard-briers-dies-good-life-actor-aged-79
Awww, that's sad. One of the true greats of TV, hopefully even now sharing a bottle of '75 Peapod Burgundy with Paul Eddington.
Sad news. RIP.
Sad news indeed. :'(
I was just reading an interview with him the other day where he was saying 60 years of smoking are catching up with him. RIP :-(
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 18 February, 2013, 12:55:41 PM
Quote from: johnnystress on 18 February, 2013, 12:54:03 PM
Sad to hear this
http://news.sky.com/story/1053662/richard-briers-dies-good-life-actor-aged-79
And death consume's another childhood icon. 'sigh'
79 is no bad age mind...
Ah, that is sad news.
Sometime's this thread just stops you right in your tracks, doesnt it..
Quote from: Judge Jack on 18 February, 2013, 05:14:51 PM
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 18 February, 2013, 12:55:41 PM
Quote from: johnnystress on 18 February, 2013, 12:54:03 PM
Sad to hear this
http://news.sky.com/story/1053662/richard-briers-dies-good-life-actor-aged-79
And death consume's another childhood icon. 'sigh'
79 is no bad age mind...
Ah, that is sad news.
Sometime's this thread just stops you right in your tracks, doesnt it..
Yeah, another of my childhood icons as well. RIP Richard.
Derek Batey.
Mr & Missing You (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21501873)
DC comic book artist Scott Clark, at 43, that ain't no age.
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/02/22/scott-clark-passes-at-43/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/02/22/scott-clark-passes-at-43/)
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 22 February, 2013, 09:16:49 AM
DC comic book artist Scott Clark, at 43, that ain't no age.
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/02/22/scott-clark-passes-at-43/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/02/22/scott-clark-passes-at-43/)
:(
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 22 February, 2013, 09:16:49 AM
DC comic book artist Scott Clark, at 43, that ain't no age.
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/02/22/scott-clark-passes-at-43/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/02/22/scott-clark-passes-at-43/)
Shame. A talented guy.
Very sad.
Animator of some fine cartoons from my childhood, Bob Godfrey.
Just a few days after Richard Briars who narrated Roobarb & Custard
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21552718
wasnt that he of henry's cat? :(
Quote from: mogzilla on 22 February, 2013, 06:20:12 PM
wasnt that he of henry's cat? :(
Yup. And 'Noah & Nellie - All aboard the Skylark!'
Quote from: Albion on 22 February, 2013, 06:11:15 PM
Animator of some fine cartoons from my childhood, Bob Godfrey. Just a few days after Richard Briars who narrated Roobarb & Custard
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21552718
That's sad. Godfrey said he developed the strobe-effect action and dancing colour of his animation because he didn't have the cash to pay a team to fill in the colour and drawn the linking frames between poses necessary to provide the illusion of smooth movement. As a kid, I just thought it was a stylistic choice and two fingers up to the pretty but anodyne animated features being produced by Disney and Bakshi at that time. When I first heard
Firestarter, it reminded me of the energy of the Roobarb and Custard (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zedq1VhaS90) theme and the effect it had on me as a wee boy.
He did the more sedate but still irreverent Henry's Cat (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBiIIzpPEtM) too.
Quote from: sauchie on 22 February, 2013, 06:31:05 PM
That's sad. Godfrey said he developed the strobe-effect action and dancing colour of his animation because he didn't have the cash to pay a team to fill in the colour and drawn the linking frames between poses necessary to provide the illusion of smooth movement. As a kid, I just thought it was a stylistic choice and two fingers up to the pretty but anodyne animated features being produced by Disney and Bakshi at that time. When I first heard Firestarter, it reminded me of the energy of the Roobarb and Custard (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zedq1VhaS90) theme and the effect it had on me as a wee boy.
Indeed it is sad news, and coming so soon after Richard Briers death, as well.
Roobarb and Custard is burnt into my subconsious, but it was nice to revisit that opening scene again via that link.
When my eldest niece was a lot younger, we had a 'best of' DVD that contained an episode each from all those 70's kids programmes - Roobarb was a particular favourite, and we both would regularly watch it together. Shrieks of laughter from her that then started me off. Great fun.
Sorry to hear about Godfrey. I can remember watching a documentary on him years ago. He seemed to be regarded as quite radical in his methods and outlook by his fellow animators. As well as his kids tv work he also made risque adult 'toons as well!
For some significant time Roobarb and Custard was my favourite cartoon in the world - I clearly remember being utterly shocked to see it in colour for the first time, after years of watching in B&W. Where once I used to wreck the couch bouncing up and down violently in time to it, the theme tune still frequently plays in my head whenever I have to pick up the pace - nan-a-nang-nang nan-a-nang-nang dang-de-dang-de-dang. So sad to see both Bob Godfrey and Richard Briers bow out at the same time.
I once had a Henry's Cat mug, wish I still did. Ebay here I come.
1970's doc on Godfrey:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1iNllsFj_c
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 23 February, 2013, 12:03:23 AM
I once had a Henry's Cat mug, wish I still did. Ebay here I come. 1970's doc on Godfrey:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1iNllsFj_c
Cheers,
Soap. It's brilliant that Godfrey speaks exactly like Henry's cat in real life. Obviously he employed The Method to 'become' Chris Rabbit.
Quote from: sauchie on 22 February, 2013, 06:31:05 PM
Quote from: Albion on 22 February, 2013, 06:11:15 PM
Animator of some fine cartoons from my childhood, Bob Godfrey. Just a few days after Richard Briars who narrated Roobarb & Custard
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21552718
That's sad. Godfrey said he developed the strobe-effect action and dancing colour of his animation because he didn't have the cash to pay a team to fill in the colour and drawn the linking frames between poses necessary to provide the illusion of smooth movement. As a kid, I just thought it was a stylistic choice.
Yes indeed - and it has been adopted since as a legitimate technique by many animators to inject life into otherwise static scenes. I've used it myself on more than one occasion - it also allows for the static scenes to be easily amended, such as the rolling of eyes and sticking out tongues etc. I uploaded a demonstration of this particular technique/effect some time ago. I'll see if I can dig it out.
Yep, he was a legend - hugely influential. Sad to see him go.
very sad - anyone remember the naughty adult cartoons he did for OTT, the grown-up spin off of Tiswas?
Ray Cusick has died aged 84.
You may not know the name but you will know his most famous design - he was the man who designed the look of the daleks;
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21563344
Sad. Those pepper pot aliens helped to bring a lot of happiness to people.
[dalek voice on]Rest...in...peace.[/dalek voice off]
Pity he never got as much recognition as Terry Nation. RIP.
Pity Terry Nation wouldnt let him get recognition, more like.
Colin Andrew british comic book artist from the 50's 60's & 70's worked on classics like TV Century 21, Doctor Who magazine, & Eagle
Mokhtar Belmokhtar, who the media assure me was the mastermind behind January's raid on an Algerian oil refinery and the hostage taking and murders which followed. Go Chad (http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/03/02/us-mali-belmokhtar-idUSBRE9210B920130302).
Lost a dear freind on friday evening, she was crushed against the pavement on the way to the karate dojo we attend when two cars collided. 54 is no age to die, not with grand children and a large circle of freinds like us. RIP Margaret, we'll all miss you. :'(
Bloody hell Hawk. That's terrible news. All the best to you and her loved ones.
Sorry to hear that, hawkmonger.
That's awful, my condolences Hawkmonger.
Horrible news Hawkmonger, my sincerest sympathies.
Sorry hawkmonger, condolences.
Aw, Christ, that really is terrible news - an awful way to go. My condolences too, Hawkmonger.
Terrible and tragic. Condolences Hawkmonger.
That is terrible, HM. Sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss. Condolences.
Hugo Chavez (http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2013/mar/05/hugo-chavez-dies-cuba)
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 05 March, 2013, 10:30:56 PM
Hugo Chavez (http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2013/mar/05/hugo-chavez-dies-cuba)
And we're off already:
CUBA (http://latino.foxnews.com/latino/opinion/2013/02/28/cuban-medicine-killed-hugo-chavez/)
CIA (http://www.latintimes.com/articles/2034/20130305/hugo-chavez-poisoned-venezuela-accuses-enemies-poisoning.htm)
Can't see any mention of it on this thread, but Tise Vahimagi - scriptwriter on 2000 AD series Dry Run, which was published back in 1990 - died last month.
Dez Skinn reminisces about him here:
http://www.starburstmagazine.com/tv-news/4347-rip-taisto-tise-vahimagi
Bill Moody aka wrestling manager Paul Bearer aged 58
Interesting. I thought that Vahimagi might have been acquainted with John Brosnan. Alan McKenzie seems to have brought both of them onto 2000 AD during that period when Milligan and Morrison were in the process of moving out, and he knew that he needed some reliable talent who could hit deadlines and write longer stories. Vahimagi also wrote some very good film and TV books commissioned by the BFI.
Quote from: Cyber-Matt on 06 March, 2013, 01:46:20 PM
Can't see any mention of it on this thread, but Tise Vahimagi - scriptwriter on 2000 AD series Dry Run, which was published back in 1990 - died last month.
Dez Skinn reminisces about him here:
http://www.starburstmagazine.com/tv-news/4347-rip-taisto-tise-vahimagi
Sorry to hear that. Never read anything else he did apart from Dry Run, but I enjoyed that one.
Alvin Lee RIP
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bW5M5xljdCI
Jazz trumpet player Kenny Ball aged 82 passed away of pneumonia
Quote from: rogue69 on 07 March, 2013, 05:24:34 PM
Jazz trumpet player Kenny Ball aged 82 passed away of pneumonia
If, a couple of hours ago, you'd asked me to list everything I knew about Kenny Ball, I'd have said that his band were called The Jazzmen and that he looked like Malky McCormick. Thanks to the radio, I realise that I know their biggest hit
Midnight In Moscow (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cn8Os8nig74) from somewhere. I'm fairly sure I recognise it from a film, but I can't think which - anyone have a better visual/auditory memory than me?
I've become a google expert on the song now, and - rather than being an original composition by Ball or a ragtime standard - it was a product of the Soviet version of Tin Pan Alley and the cultural equivalent of the command economy. In case anyone's wondering what the song would sound like sung by outgoing Chinese head of state Hu Jintao, here it is (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=s5GWSkdSIAM#t=18s). It's Trad, comrade (Dad).
Only just heard about the death of Toren Smith, who founded Studio Proteus back in the late 1980s, and was instrumental in bringing manga to the West.
Absolutely gutted. His translation and repackaging of seminal works like Appleseed and Akira quite literally opened the eyes of a generation to wider world of comics.
That is gutting news for this old-school manga and anime fan.
Before the default state of westernised manga was shoddily-produced shit aimed at weeabo nerds and tossed off in one afternoon with babelfish and a pirated copy of photoshop, Smith was working hard on translating epic works like Akira and Nausicaa on the understanding that they deserved to travel outside their tiny niche and be enjoyed by as many people as possible just as he had enjoyed them himself, which told in how he was personally sought out by Japanese creators to translate their work for the west. He was unsurprisingly left out in the cold when care and attention started to become dirty words in the manga translating world, but I and many others will forever see his work as a benchmark in bridging a cultural gap and finding that common ground between creators and readers that would share universal experience between us all rather than elevating our differences as if that were all that manga - or comics - had to offer.
A genuinely sad day for comics.
Indeed, RIP Mr. Smith, a true legend. :(
Those Dirty Pair stories he wrote were rather good as well.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/21740038
Clive Burr, original Iron Maiden drummer and fearsomely awesome chap.
(http://www.pearldrummersforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=230014&stc=1&d=1151652961)
Do yourself a favour and go and watch a clip of Maiden with him in the lineup - it's quite glorious.
\m/
Damn, alas it was bound to happen sooner rather than later. RIP, Mr.Burr. :(
I'm truly gutted. Iron Maiden has been one of my favourite bands right from their beginning. Sad, sad news. RIP Clive.
Yeah, gutting about Clive. He'd been ill for such a long time too. Killers is in my top twenty albums of all time, and that's in no small part due to his sterling drumming.
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=8SEcxL_FB3Y&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D8SEcxL_FB3Y
Damn. Such a shame Clive Burr has passed on. R.I.P.
V
Yes guitarist Jerry Ewing died on the 8th March of a heart attack aged 65
Quote from: rogue69 on 14 March, 2013, 07:29:25 AM
Yes guitarist Jerry Ewing died on the 8th March of a heart attack aged 65
I think you mean Peter Banks.
Jerry Ewing is a music journalist.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21771444
Sad to hear about Clive Burr.
Iron Maiden were one of the bands that got me into rock music after hearing The Numbe Of The Beast album in a friends car.
I've seen Maiden a few times over the years and was lucky enough to go to one of the charity shows they put on for Clive at Brixton in 2002 to raise money to help with his illness.
Farewell Clive Burr.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21798955
Norman Collier (he of the broken mike routine back in the 70s) is gone. I didn't realise he was that old! RIP.
Frank Thornton "Are you being served"'s Captain Peacock aged 92
Ah, thats a shame. Another childhood favourite gone. Still, 92 is a very good innings.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 15 March, 2013, 06:41:29 PM
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21798955
Norman Collier (he of the broken mike routine back in the 70s) is gone. I didn't realise he was that old! RIP.
Wh-- a sh-m-. M-- -e r-st -- p--ce.
Quote from: rogue69 on 18 March, 2013, 03:24:54 PM
Frank Thornton "Are you being served"'s Captain Peacock aged 92
That's so sad. He was still funny in Last of the Summer Wine. He'll be missed.
James Herbert: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21870413 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-21870413)
Bloody hell. I was just talking about his books yesterday. :-(
That's really sad news - he seemed like a top bloke and I've always really liked his stories. He was a real master at creating creepy atmosphere and building it up into a crescendo.
A real shock. I had only just been taking a gander at Ash in the bookshop when I heard the news.
The guy was a legend. People will inevitably label him as 'the author of The Rats' but that was only his first hit and he went on to write far better stories. A sad loss for British horror and the genre as a whole.
Deary me what a shame. A true legend. :(
I still have a copy of Lair that flops open at the dirty bits after it went around most of the fourth year at school.
Damn shame. I'd go for The Ghosts of Sleath as his best book. He was very much responsible for my love of horror and my wanting to be a writer.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 20 March, 2013, 08:57:51 PM
He was very much responsible for my love of horror
Mine too Richmond (well, him and all the other greats).
Real sad news, only just heard this morning.
I liked 'Once'
a lot.
Loved James Herbert in the 80s fantastic author
Nigerian novelist Chinua Achebe, the Grandfather of Modern African Literature has died today:
http://dawn.com/2013/03/22/revered-nigerian-writer-achebe-has-died-publisher/
I would never have read Things Fall Apart (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Things_Fall_Apart) unless I'd been forced to, but it's actually very good.
Boris Berezovsky (http://inagist.com/all/315517905066393600/), exiled Russian oligarch, associate of polonium poisoning victim Alexander Litvinenko, and a man who's made the respective shit-lists of Roman Abramovich and Vladimir Putin, has died at the age of only 67. Nothing suspicious there then ... move along.
Nothing to see here...
Don Payne, Thor & Thor: The Dark World scripwriter :(
http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/175799-thor-screenwriter-don-payne-passes-away
RIP Richard Griffiths, 65 too young! :(
Farewell Uncle Monty, :(
That's awfully sad, he was a fantastic actor. As a nation, we shall be weeping in butcher's shops.
that's tragic - I saw him only last year with Danny deVito in the Sunshine Boys and he was great, one of my favourite actors.
:( he was always watchable - never a duff performance. Farewell Uncle Monty.
He shall never play the Dane. Goodbye, Monty, you'll be missed
Great actor, sad news. A friend once worked with him in theatre, said he was a lovely man and a hard partier!
He could have only been in his late thirties when he was in Withnail, always thought of him as older.
Very sad news. He was always a delight to watch.
May he find a way to Paradise, even if it must be burglary.
"There's no such thing as magic!" God, how I loved him in Harry Potter as a child, one of the few instances where a performence came close to unnerving me. Yet he was always very charismatic and charming, good actor. RIP :(
Music taste in the UK.
It had been suffering for quite a while now, but it has finally passed on.
The cause? Ant and Dec are at number one with 'Let's get ready to rumble'.
RIP, UK's music taste.
Quote from: Misanthrope on 31 March, 2013, 11:26:11 PM
Music taste in the UK.
Music taste, or music - full stop?
Watching last years Olympic closing ceremony, it would suggest all our best music is firmly behind us now.
Quote from: Misanthrope on 31 March, 2013, 11:26:11 PM
Music taste in the UK.
It had been suffering for quite a while now, but it has finally passed on.
The cause? Ant and Dec are at number one with 'Let's get ready to rumble'.
RIP, UK's music taste.
A bit of fun re-released for charity. By Crikey.
It's not by Ant and Dec, it's by PJ and Duncan!
Also, you're using the singles chart as a barometer of mysical taste? Madness.
Quote from: Noisybast on 01 April, 2013, 10:28:17 AM
Also, you're using the singles chart as a barometer of mysical taste? Madness.
Aye. Rod Stewart kept the Pistols off the Number 1 slot, despite the urban myths.
QuoteMusic taste, or music - full stop?
Watching last years Olympic closing ceremony, it would suggest all our best music is firmly behind us now.
Old person in 'everything modern is rubbish/was better in my day' rant shocker.
Quote from: radiator on 01 April, 2013, 04:13:24 PM
QuoteMusic taste, or music - full stop?
Watching last years Olympic closing ceremony, it would suggest all our best music is firmly behind us now.
Old person in 'everything modern is rubbish/was better in my day' rant shocker.
Yep.
Glad to see your still down with the kids, though. Whats your fave 1D track?
Quote from: Noisybast on 01 April, 2013, 10:28:17 AM
Also, you're using the singles chart as a barometer of mysical taste? Madness.
Madness? I didn't realise
this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=y87J7u65R6c#t=116s) had made the chart.
'Madness' you say? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLMRQshGqU4)
QuoteWhats your fave 1D track?
What, so in the past there were no shit pop bands or novelty acts?
The charts were just as full of crap then as they are now.
Old men rants were way more entertaining in my day: it's shocking to witness the decline of top -quality curmudgeonliness.(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2JIzBDSUBXI/UVnsgCq4HUI/AAAAAAAACF4/5Ww7Ckima6s/s320/old.GIF)
Quote from: radiator on 01 April, 2013, 09:03:21 PM
QuoteWhats your fave 1D track?
What, so in the past there were no shit pop bands or novelty acts?
The charts were just as full of crap then as they are now.
Dont recall that one. Bit of a mouthful as well.
But if theyve managed to combine
all that into a catchy chorus, then their better than the Beatles and Led Zep combined.
And I think that'll do for that conversation on here. If you all want an argument about music, take it elsewhere. Any other posts on the subject here will be deleted.
One of the greatest directors of all time.
Jess Franco RIP
:'(
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 02 April, 2013, 11:45:21 AM
One of the greatest directors of all time.
Jess Franco RIP
:'(
Great? Hmmmm. Certainly mad as a box of frogs and often did reasonably well with a very limited budget but I think great may be stretching it a bit.
Still, glad he got to see the release of his final film. I haven't seen it yet but the fact that he died the day after it came out does not bode well. ;)
He did helm one of the best adaptations of Dracula and his Virgin Among The Living Dead is fascinating.
I think the death of Linda Romay last year may just have hastened his departure.
Farewell Jess.
Quote from: Mattofthespurs on 02 April, 2013, 01:24:03 PMGreat? Hmmmm.
Agreed. Definitely far from my favourite Euro horror kook, but certainly an instituion and a ferociously interesting character to boot.
While the hit to miss ratio of his canon is weighted pretty heavily on the negative side IMHO, I've got the utmost respect for his ability to get a picture made, his way. He'll be missed!
Hmmmm, RIP, 'a man.'
When driving back from the beach with my little girl just now there was a bunch of police cars next to the train tracks. I stupidly looked and am pretty sure I saw a headless body.
It was a fleeting glance but I can't get it out of my brain, got awful butterflies too. Poor bloke.
Quote from: Pete Wells on 03 April, 2013, 03:59:30 PM
Hmmmm, RIP, 'a man.'
When driving back from the beach with my little girl just now there was a bunch of police cars next to the train tracks. I stupidly looked and am pretty sure I saw a headless body.
It was a fleeting glance but I can't get it out of my brain, got awful butterflies too. Poor bloke.
How horrible. :-\
That sounds quite harrowing. Good job it was you and not the young lady with you that saw that particular scenario though.
RIP Jane Henson, co-creator of The Muppets, aged 78.
Stew.
Philémon creator Theodor Friedrich Otto Aristidès, aged 82
http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2013/04/comics-a-m-philemon-creator-fred-dies-at-age-82/
LucasArts
http://kotaku.com/disney-shuts-down-lucasarts-468473749
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 03 April, 2013, 08:29:58 PM
LucasArts
http://kotaku.com/disney-shuts-down-lucasarts-468473749
Well thats alot of jobs down the drain. Poor sods.
Ah corporate trash. Cut jobs to boost the profit. Oldest trick in the book from a bunch of psychopaths.
Quote from: Zarjazzer on 03 April, 2013, 09:01:23 PM
Ah corporate trash. Cut jobs to boost the profit. Oldest trick in the book from a bunch of psychopaths.
Or cut jobs because LucasArts was operating in the red.
No.It's just about control.And they do control it now. Lock,stock and...
Quote from: Zarjazzer on 03 April, 2013, 09:01:23 PM
Ah corporate trash. Cut jobs to boost the profit. Oldest trick in the book from a bunch of psychopaths.
From the linked article:
QuoteIn the 2000s, the company became more reliant on its Star Wars products and licenses sold to other developers as new efforts like Fracture failed to take hold. The decade's most notable successes—Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and Star Wars: Battlefront—were both externally developed, by BioWare and Pandemic Studios, respectively. LucasArts' last title to see mainstream success was 2008's Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. A 2010 sequel didn't live up to expectations. The last game published by LucasArts was Kinect Star Wars for the Xbox 360 last year, a game widely panned by critics.
That's why.
Quote from: Zarjazzer on 03 April, 2013, 09:06:35 PM
No.It's just about control.And they do control it now. Lock,stock and...
If it was suffciently profitable and making money, they wouldn't be shutting it down.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-22011629
Milo O'Shea has died - Duran Duran in Barbarella - at the grand age of 86
(one of those I thought had died years ago!)
RIP Roger Ebert :(
A fine critic, even if I disagreed with him often (I Spit on Your Grave etc) he was a dandy chap who loved doing what he did. RIP
I will always remember the whole thumbs up and thumbs down routine he did with Gene Siskel (who also coincidentally died of cancer), it's been immortalized in popular culture too. Roeper is still around though from that show, I think.
Last review I read from him was The Raid. I liked him, he wrote good review and even had a run-in with Rob Schneider. RIP.
Quote from: darnmarr on 05 April, 2013, 12:21:04 AMRob Schneider. RIP.
It is very early in the morning and I completely got the wrong end of the stick there. Thought for a second oul' Deuce Bigalow/Fergee had popped his clogs.
But aye that's a pity about Ebert, an American institution with a global following and a terrific writer to boot.
Comic legend Carmine Infantino. All to often the word 'legend' is rolled out when a stalwart of the comics field passes, all to often its being over used. In this instance, like Will Eisner, Joe Kubert amongst others who have passed away in relatively recent times, it can be applied whole heartily when talking about Mr Infantino.
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/04/04/carmine-infantino-dies-dc-comics-publisher/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/04/04/carmine-infantino-dies-dc-comics-publisher/)
A good life lived well by all accounts.
Also Carmine Infantino, you don't get names like that anymore!
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 05 April, 2013, 09:22:58 AM
Comic legend Carmine Infantino.
Aww shit. Now that is crap news. I love Carmine's work - especially the Star Wars stuff he drew, which was a lot! A real firm fave. And yes, thats a heck of a name, isnt it.
RIP Mr Infantino
Margaret Thatcher Ex British Prime minister.
Can't say I agreed with a lot of her policies but she knew what she wanted.
RIP Iron Lady.
87 is good age.
Ding dong the witch is dead, the witch is dead.
filip
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 04 April, 2013, 09:20:37 PM
A fine critic, even if I disagreed with him often (I Spit on Your Grave etc) he was a dandy chap who loved doing what he did. RIP
I think his opinion on I Spit on Your Grave was the first time I came across Ebert and why I continued to appreciate his opinion.
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 08 April, 2013, 01:03:06 PM
Ding dong the witch is dead, the witch is dead.
filip
Man, there's gotta be one forum I frequent that I can be first to make this joke.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Jn8K8EA7-Q (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Jn8K8EA7-Q)
Blimely, I didn't knew that Judge McGruder was based on Maggie?
There is very few occasions a response like this is justified. Today I post this with a clear conscience.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-BZIWSI5UQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-BZIWSI5UQ)
Elvis Costello says it so much better than I ever could.
QuoteBlimely, I didn't knew that Judge McGruder was based on Maggie?
Hence the beard. :lol: The Iron Lady, love her or hate her the 80's wouldn't have been the same without her.
Apparantly she once spanked Christopher Hitchens with a rolled-up newspaper; I'd have paid to see that.
Oh happy happy day, might even manage a lunchtime pint to celebrate! :D :D :D
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 08 April, 2013, 01:23:50 PM
There is very few occasions a response like this is justified. Today I post this with a clear conscience.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-BZIWSI5UQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-BZIWSI5UQ)
Elvis Costello says it so much better than I ever could.
Good one.
I've been waiting for this day for years! Now I only need to find out where she'll be buried and get the ol' dancing shoes ready!
All together now "Ding, Dong......"
on a sadder note, Chris Bailey, lead singer of The Saints passed away the other day. I'm stranded.
Sorry as I am Deaf, but I don't understand the Ding Dong reference...?
Farewell Maggie, we no longer need The Iron Lady when we have The Iron Lady Boy in your chair, you will be missed by no one. Adieu! And I shall expect my milk to taste better in the morrow!
haha...THIS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHQLQ1Rc_Js
Quote from: Goaty on 08 April, 2013, 02:16:13 PM
Sorry as I am Deaf, but I don't understand the Ding Dong reference...?
Goaty, its the song from Wizard of Oz when the evil witch dies
Dame Shirley Brown, shot on the steps of St Paul's?
Quote from: Trout on 08 April, 2013, 02:46:35 PM
Dame Shirley Brown, shot on the steps of St Paul's?
Nope, mad and incontinent, roaming the upper floors of the Ritz Hotel like something from a Hollywood nightmare! Sobbing quietly 'What have I done, what have I done'
:D
R.I.P. Thatcher.
A PM that had more backbone and balls than ALL other PM's that have followed since.
V
Quote from: Proudhuff on 08 April, 2013, 03:00:23 PM
Quote from: Trout on 08 April, 2013, 02:46:35 PM
Dame Shirley Brown, shot on the steps of St Paul's?
Nope, mad and incontinent, roaming the upper floors of the Ritz Hotel like something from a Hollywood nightmare! Sobbing quietly 'What have I done, what have I done'
:D
Genuine belly laugh here. :lol:
Quote from: Proudhuff on 08 April, 2013, 02:29:35 PM
Quote from: Goaty on 08 April, 2013, 02:16:13 PM
Sorry as I am Deaf, but I don't understand the Ding Dong reference...?
Goaty, its the song from Wizard of Oz when the evil witch dies
AHHH! Thanks!
And she really good with handbag on people...
Quote from: vzzbux on 08 April, 2013, 03:06:51 PM
R.I.P. Thatcher.
A PM that had more backbone and balls than ALL other PM's that have followed since.
V
And an evil bastard.
Hmmm... anyone fancy moving to the Political Thread? Just a thought.
Quote from: Trout on 08 April, 2013, 04:57:22 PM
Hmmm... anyone fancy moving to the Political Thread? Just a thought.
Yes - good idea.
Dancing on you grave by Motorhead is a good song.
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-n6V5uuByelA/UWL5d53nkLI/AAAAAAAACG4/JSmdABaTW1U/s320/political.jpg)
R.I.P. Maggie.
Thank you for dragging this country out of the gutter!
Quote from: darnmarr on 08 April, 2013, 06:09:26 PM
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-n6V5uuByelA/UWL5d53nkLI/AAAAAAAACG4/JSmdABaTW1U/s320/political.jpg)
Excellent! This will come in useful..!
A controversial, and hugely divisive figure - and we'd do well to remember, from an era where many on the left were cut from the same cloth. Extreme times, the 70's and 80's.
Remaining as neutral as i can, i dont think its fair, or even right, to lay all the blame for societys ills at Thatchers feet, but in the long run, and at a fundemental level, she helped to ruin this country.
And as opposed to her as i was, along with those that ran with her policies, ill not celebrate now she's dead.
Not so much out of respect, more that it just doesnt sit well with me.
Quote from: judgefloyd on 08 April, 2013, 02:13:53 PM
on a sadder note, Chris Bailey, lead singer of The Saints passed away the other day. I'm stranded.
Sad to hear this, do you have a link?
ah
http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/angels-bassist-chris-bailey-dies-after-cancer-battle/story-e6frg6n6-1226612355830
More and Mindy's son.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22143675
Nanoo nanoo.
R.I.P Chi Cheng bassist for deftones he had a 4 year battle with injurys sustained from a crash.....
Apparently Westboro Baptist Church are going to picket the funeral of Roger Ebert after he tweeted a comment slandering them. Will someone just cull these parasites already, let the guy rest in peace!
If there's one thing worse than being picketed by those people...
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-sP6SHy0Mi5g/UWsYAgUwNnI/AAAAAAAACHI/0_hKueKXLJk/s1600/bil.GIF)
A fairly well-known quote now but it's always made me happy
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7080/7183482373_816073b3b5_z.jpg)
Two explosions near finish line of Boston Marathon, with four dead, big thoughts for them,
bloody hell! I did about 15 marathons, finish line should be wonderful moment for all the runners and that is so sad!
New lowest on someone did that!
What a tragedy. My thoughts go out to the victims and their families.
Awful. A tragic loss and my deepest remorse to the familys of the victims.
Sorry, as accurate reports said 22 injured, 2 dead according to @Boston_Police
The only saving grace is that it happened long after the first finishers and by then the crowds would have thinned considerably.
V
Reports this morning been more than 100 injured and three dead including an 8 year old boy. Bloody awful.
Richard LeParmentier.
Admiral Motti in Star Wars.
An absolute gent of a man who was incredibly witty and kind. Simply a really great guy who will be missed.
Hundreds of people on the Iran-Pakistan border.
Quote from: Rex Banner on 16 April, 2013, 06:08:43 PM
Richard LeParmentier.
Admiral Motti in Star Wars.
An absolute gent of a man who was incredibly witty and kind. Simply a really great guy who will be missed.
Sad news, as is all the news about Boston, and the Iran earthquake.
Graphic designer, famous for many classic album covers, Storm Thorgerson.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22210378
Quote from: Albion on 18 April, 2013, 08:56:47 PM
Graphic designer, famous for many classic album covers, Storm Thorgerson.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22210378
Ah shit..!
Absolutely gutting. He's a bit of genius that one, all the great covers he's left us with!
One of my favourite anecdotes about him was from Bruce Dickinson who said that during the filming of one of his videos he said to Thorgerson "You don't know what you're doing do you?" and he replied "Of course not old chap, keep it under your hat!"
ahaha
Quote from: Albion on 18 April, 2013, 08:56:47 PM
Graphic designer, famous for many classic album covers, Storm Thorgerson.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22210378
:( RIP
Without a doubt, he's created some truly iconic covers over the years. And Storm Thorgerson is such a great sounding name, isnt it.
Aye, RIP.
Richie Havens....
Saw him twice live and a more gentle, beautiful soul you could not wish to meet. Still, I remember the little speech he gave when I saw him many years back about the life he had lived, so shouldnt be too sad, but even so... :(
Not wanting to be disrespectful, but who was Richie Havens? I've led a sheltered life.
Chrissie Amphlett just died. She was lead singer for the Divynls, who had three hits in the 80s, most notably 'I touch myself' which came back in the Austen Powers movie. Used to sing in a school uniform and no undies (allegedly)
Quote from: judgefloyd on 23 April, 2013, 09:31:27 PM
Not wanting to be disrespectful, but who was Richie Havens? I've led a sheltered life.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5aPBU34Fyk
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richie_Havens (http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richie_Havens)
Quote from: judgefloyd on 23 April, 2013, 09:31:27 PM
Chrissie Amphlett just died. She was lead singer for the Divynls, who had three hits in the 80s, most notably 'I touch myself' which came back in the Austen Powers movie. Used to sing in a school uniform and no undies (allegedly)
That's sad. Breast cancer
and MS (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22245791), which has got to be a bitch. I thought this was neat, though:
""Chrissy expressed hope that her worldwide hit I Touch Myself (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNkQVoE1rC8) would be utilized to remind all women to perform annual breast examinations,"
Ah shame. I loved that I TOUCH MYSELF. I used to try and get it played on Radio Scotland's GET IT ON as often as I could - always finding a really tenuous way to link it to whatever the theme was. But they always refused to play it as being far too suggestive and rude.
Comicsalliance.
http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2013/04/aol-pulls-plug-on-comicsalliance/
Quote from: Tiplodocus on 23 April, 2013, 10:20:21 PM
Ah shame. I loved that I TOUCH MYSELF. I used to try and get it played on Radio Scotland's GET IT ON as often as I could - always finding a really tenuous way to link it to whatever the theme was. But they always refused to play it as being far too suggestive and rude.
Gee whiz, Radio Scotland is pretty puritanical. I thought it was all Trainspotting over there.
Australian women's mags and the Murdoch press are stringing it out as 'QUEEN OF ROCK DIES', which is over doing it a bit. I suppose '3 HIT WONDER WE"D ALL FORGOTTEN ABOUT DIES' doesn't have the same ring to it.
Chris Kelly (Mac Daddy) of Kriss Kross (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=010KyIQjkTk).
http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/chris-kelly-of-kriss-kross-dead-at-34-20130501
Quote from: sauchie on 02 May, 2013, 07:19:56 AM
Chris Kelly (Mac Daddy) of Kriss Kross (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=010KyIQjkTk).
http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/chris-kelly-of-kriss-kross-dead-at-34-20130501
Gutted, me and my brother loved Jump when we were kids. I've considered looking for an album to buy him a few times on his birthday.
Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman, 49 of liver failure.
filip
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 02 May, 2013, 11:34:57 PM
Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman, 49 of liver failure.
filip
Awwwwwww no. Is it too late to trade the other dude from Kriss Kross for Jeff?
Is it too late to trade the other dude from Kriss Kross for Jeff?
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 02 May, 2013, 11:34:57 PM
Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman, 49 of liver failure.
http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/jeff-hanneman-of-slayer-dead-at-49-20130502
That's horrible news to wake up to. I hope wherever he's gone looks more like the cover of an Enya album than one of his own.
(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQKinV2QUB62yIINRcBvnaNYqFr6zoVa3D4KDzQSoHJ84GfoYXU7w)
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 02 May, 2013, 11:34:57 PM
Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman, 49 of liver failure.
Terrible news. 49 is ridiculously young, and reminds me just how young he was when he and Slayer were creating their genre-defining albums. One of the all-time greats of metal.
Sad news, and it does seem almost impossible that he was only 49. One of my favourite-ever gigs was Slayer in the Top Hat in Dun Laoghaire in (I think) 1988, accompanied by, I believe, Nuclear Assault. I wasn't really a big metal head, but my little brother most definitely was, so I was dispatched with parental ticket to chaperone many a night in McGonagle's, but the unbelievable energy of Slayer made such an impression that I still have a bootleg tape of the gig (luminous green inlay). Sadly chunks of the recording are obliterated by a young fan who must have been standing next to the i.p. crim, and spent a large portion of the gig shouting "Slay-orrrr, Slay-orrr". RIP, Jeff.
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 02 May, 2013, 11:34:57 PM
Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman, 49 of liver failure.
filip
Aw sneck no! :'(
Completely gutted about Jeff Hanneman :( I was a big thrasher as a teenager and Slayer were one of my favourites - the back cover of Reign in Blood symbolised what it was all about to me. Profound silliness.
(http://25.media.tumblr.com/cac8ef11198ece810bf020a43283a954/tumblr_mm7suiu5be1qfidh8o1_500.jpg)
I'm shocked and saddened by the news of Jeff Hanneman's death. :( I can't believe his doctors couldn't have done more for him.
Zachi Telesha, comics writer, passes away at age 12 (http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2013/05/zachi-telesha-comics-writer-passes-away-at-age-12/)
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 03 May, 2013, 02:20:33 PM
Zachi Telesha, comics writer, passes away at age 12 (http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2013/05/zachi-telesha-comics-writer-passes-away-at-age-12/)
oh god that nearly made me cry in work.
When I was seventeen, I had a very good year...I also resolved to learn Reign in Blood in its entirety. A genre defining album with a running time of 29 minutes on the dot. I would stick it on and try to play along without stopping. When you factor in tuning up (or down as the case is with Slayer), it amounted to a good half hour of punishing relentless guitar practice. It's partly because of this that I am now one of the greatest human beings to ever play guitar (Hendrix doesn't count, because he was from outer space). I shall be raising a glass and breaking out my sexy Les Paul in tribute to the great Jeff Hanneman tonight.
Quote from: shaolin_monkey on 03 May, 2013, 03:42:20 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 03 May, 2013, 02:20:33 PM
Zachi Telesha, comics writer, passes away at age 12 (http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2013/05/zachi-telesha-comics-writer-passes-away-at-age-12/)
oh god that nearly made me cry in work.
No nearly about it. Puts an unproductive day in perspective.
Quote from: shaolin_monkey on 03 May, 2013, 03:42:20 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 03 May, 2013, 02:20:33 PM
Zachi Telesha, comics writer, passes away at age 12 (http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2013/05/zachi-telesha-comics-writer-passes-away-at-age-12/)
oh god that nearly made me cry in work.
I did actualy well up at this. Horrible waste of talent, but of that fate was born a tiny legend. :'(
w....ah no never mind
Quote from: TordelBack on 03 May, 2013, 08:18:17 AM
Sad news, and it does seem almost impossible that he was only 49. One of my favourite-ever gigs was Slayer in the Top Hat in Dun Laoghaire in (I think) 1988, accompanied by, I believe, Nuclear Assault.
The Top Hat (now apartments) was
the place for gigs back then: Metallica (played 2 nights and Hetfield skateboarded round it), Anthrax, Slayer, Nuclear Assault, Sepultura, Ozzy, Faith No More, Danzig, Sonic Youth, Nirvana; it wasn't too far from where I live and it was the perfect size.
Jeff Hanneman created Slayer's best and most sinister tunes and considering the band's profile, and his own interests, I find it oddly macabre the means to which his health had declined in the past few years. Still, he pumped out the power-chords like it was no one's business and I like to think he's doing it elsewhere with Cliff Burton. Thanks for the riffs Jeff.
(http://img248.imageshack.us/img248/5223/tophatn.jpg)
(http://www1.sk-static.com/images/media/img/col6/20100331-141139-236763.jpg)(http://www1.sk-static.com/images/media/img/col6/20100331-141053-539187.jpg)
I've really had enough of this BS now. >:(
http://blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=189530
Leave the guys alone, he did more for any given medium than anyone of them have.
fuck em....when I go I'd like the WBC to boycott my funeral! Narrow minded fuckers the lot of them. It's a bit presumptuous to say you speak for god!
The problem that shit like the WBC is the bread and butter of the American media. Hell, all media these days. I wish there was a news director out there with the backbone to say sod them and ignore their antics.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 04 May, 2013, 12:38:58 PMI like to think he's doing it elsewhere with Cliff Burton. Thanks for the riffs Jeff.
:'(
Bloody hell.
Ray Harryhausen. This has literally just happened.
http://www.movies.ie/movie%20news/Ray_Harryhausen_RIP
Oh bollocks. :-(
Oh my. What an absolute legend in film making.
Ray Harryhausen
That is said news but he had 'a good innings' as they say in my neck of the woods.
I would like to thank him for my childhood - Sinbad, Titans & Argonauts. The medusa has never been bettered - even with todays CGI.
Quote from: Bat King on 07 May, 2013, 05:54:20 PM
What an absolute legend in film making.
Absolutely. Damn, that is crap news.
So many of his films where firm faves from my childhood onwards, as i suspect they was for many on here.
A unique talent. RIP Mr Harryhausen
He brought legends to life, and as Bat King rightly said, Ray Harryhausen became one himself. His movies were indeed awfully important to my childhood. Beyond his enormous influence on the world of film, he was also an astonishing artist, as his model-work suggests. Sad news, but a life well lived.
The best of the beast. Every film Harryhausen contributed to bears rewatching.
Now SFX are created by faceless ILM employees behind a keyboard.
RIP
Shame Ray Harryhausen was a genius, he produced and made "real" so many great monsters, RIP Mister Harryhausen. :'(
Very sad news :'(.
I'm a huge Harryhausen fan, I was lucky enough to meet him once and aside from him being a special effects genius, he was also a thoroughly nice guy.
This day just get worse. Some of my fondest memories as a child are of his work. His creations were real to me. RIP Ray. :'(
Totally gutted by the news. Another childhood hero gone. The skeleton fight scene from Jason and the Argonauts still is a work of art and one of the finest special effect sequences of all time.
Really sad news and a loss to the world of early cinema 'effects'.
Agree with Recrewt his Medusa was about the scariest thing I'd ever seen at an early age...and his skeletons fighting with Jason is still great.......even now....
An absolute master of his craft ....
Can't really put into words how sad this new's has made me. Some of my fondest childhood memories involved Jason and the Argonaughts and The Sinbad series. A legend amongst men. I'll miss him, i'm sure i'm not alone in that. :'(
One of the true greats. His films were the foundation of my love of fantasy and adventure. To this day his films and effects stand the test of time and have a life to them that most CGI can't even get close to.
An absolute legend. the bronze statue in Jason and the Argonauts is still one of my favourite sequences. I was lucky enough to see him give a talk at the National Museum of Scotland about 10 or 11 years ago and he had some of his iconic models with him. His legacy will last as long as movies are made.
My 8 year old lad watched Jason and the Argonauts a few weeks ago and wondered "if the skellingtons were actually real".
I remember when I was a tiny human I saw a glimpse of Jason and the Argonauts on this documentary on a more modern film. They showed that clip as an example of what inspired them with their effects. My mind completely switched interest to those skeleton warriors. Seeing a skeleton army rise from the ground like that and their motions just enthralled me like no one else's effect work has done since. Every now and then I would remember that clip and have this surge of excitement just wanting to find that film. The joy that day of watching the full thing.
I'm really going to miss ya, Ray.
My childhood school holidays were defined by reliably regular showings of Jason & the Argonauts and 7th Voyage of Sinbad, which blew me away every time - a great man has passed.
Nothing else I can add here. I hope that his work will continue to influence film makers now. RIP to one of the great founding fathers.
Sad to see actor/director/writer/husband of Nannette Newman, Bryan Forbes died yesterday- the jack Hawkins film League of Gentlemen is a particular favourite of mine (he also directed the 70s Stepford Wives)
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 07 May, 2013, 05:46:09 PM
Bloody hell.
Ray Harryhausen.
http://www.movies.ie/movie%20news/Ray_Harryhausen_RIP
look does anybody know if there is a tribute being planned? Because it is quite disgraceful that his death has only been given a brief line in the news...
Bah, The wonderful Goerge Jones passed away last week and it never even blipped on my media, he stopped loving her last week
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 09 May, 2013, 08:14:39 AM
Sad to see actor/director/writer/husband of Nannette Newman, Bryan Forbes died yesterday- the jack Hawkins film League of Gentlemen is a particular favourite of mine (he also directed the 70s Stepford Wives)
Yes, the League is a great film - not seen it in ages, though. Bryan was in tons of stuff, wasnt he.
One of the early Hammer Quatermass film is a particular fave, that he starred in.
RIP Mr Forbes.
Must admit that the news of Ray Harryhausen's death made me go 'Awww, no!' even though I knew he was he was 93...
Really an iconic figure, there.
Robert Ressler, the FBI guy credited with the invention of the term 'serial killer', died on the 5th of May but doesn't seem to have made the news anywhere.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 09 May, 2013, 08:14:39 AM
Sad to see actor/director/writer/husband of Nannette Newman, Bryan Forbes died yesterday- the jack Hawkins film League of Gentlemen is a particular favourite of mine (he also directed the 70s Stepford Wives)
The League of Gentlemens delightfully motley crew of spivs,crooks and daringly for the early 60's, homosexuals can be viewed by clicking on the link below. RIP Bryan Forbes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4giLGVEuuA&feature=share&list=FLtPfm3PpsAqsxDbWbE1d25w
i love that film,sad news at his passing. :(
I must say, the news completely floored me. I had assumed he was already dead. In fact, for the past few years, whenever I saw CGI mess in big-budget Hollywood entertainment products, I would say 'Ray Harryhausen must be spinning in his grave'. I suppose what I am trying to say is that it's a tragedy the man's craft died before he did.
Quote from: El Pops on 09 May, 2013, 10:41:23 PM
I must say, the news completely floored me. I had assumed he was already dead. In fact, for the past few years, whenever I saw CGI mess in big-budget Hollywood entertainment products, I would say 'Ray Harryhausen must be spinning in his grave'. I suppose what I am trying to say is that it's a tragedy the man's craft died before he did.
I'm pretty sure there was a false report of his death a few months back.
Hi-De-Goodbye Paul Shane. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22563351)
Quote from: Buttonman on 16 May, 2013, 10:24:23 PM
Hi-De-Goodbye Paul Shane. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22563351)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=ZJvGdOC6D1Y#t=12s
Quote from: Buttonman on 16 May, 2013, 10:24:23 PM
Hi-De-Goodbye Paul Shane. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22563351)
What shall we do with him? Chuck him in the pool!
Quote from: sauchie on 16 May, 2013, 10:30:20 PM
Quote from: Buttonman on 16 May, 2013, 10:24:23 PM
Hi-De-Goodbye Paul Shane. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22563351)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=ZJvGdOC6D1Y#t=12s
To paraphrase my Sickipedia entry - he's lost that living feeling.
He's gone, gone, gone... however, Shane was able to laugh at his own singing style on Shooting Stars:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=s_6etE-48gI#t=332s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=s_6etE-48gI#t=332s)
Ray Manzarek of The Doors, aged 74.
Aw shite. :(
Feck. :(
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 20 May, 2013, 10:27:07 PM
Ray Manzarek of The Doors, aged 74.
Even after that honking scene in the Doors film, where Kyle MacLachlan comes up with the intro for
Light My Fire, I still think he was a genius.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 20 May, 2013, 10:27:07 PM
Ray Manzarek of The Doors, aged 74.
Gutted, another genius leaves us.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 20 May, 2013, 10:27:07 PM
Ray Manzarek of The Doors, aged 74.
I remember being fascinated by the way The Doors didn't bother getting in a bass player because Manzarek could handle it on keyboards - and thereby become IMHO one of the most iconic bassists ever simply by sitting on his arse and twiddling his fingers. Genius.
:(
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22607531
RIP Eddie Braben - responsible for much laughter during my 70's childhood and instrumental in why Morecambe and Wise are so fondly remembered.
The jokes what he wrote.
:-(
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 20 May, 2013, 10:27:07 PM
Ray Manzarek of The Doors, aged 74.
Yeah, gutting. I'm ambivalent about Morrison and his 'poetry', but Manzarek was a musical genius. Every time someone makes an Arnold Rimmer Hammond Organ joke I point them in the direction if Manzarek. He could make them sing!
:(
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 20 May, 2013, 10:27:07 PM
Ray Manzarek of The Doors, aged 74.
And ill follow suit and quote CF as well.
Now i never really cared for the Doors
that much. But the last year or so, id really begun to discover their (for me) lesser known stuff, and im happy to admit, i was pretty blown away by it all.
And catching various Doc's online, it was pretty obvious that Ray Manzarek was a total genius - who clearly lived and breathed for his music, and was a damn good, and funny, storyteller to boot. I guess if youve been in the Doors you'd have a fair few anecdotes to tell !
So yeah, im late to the party - but thats OK.
RIP Mr Manzarek.
Well that's cheered me up Judge Jack, you've kinda reminded me that while he's dead, people will be 'discovering' his music for decades to come. That turns my frown upside down. :)
Sad to hear about Ray Manzarek but totally gutted to hear about Eddie Braben, he was one of the finest comedic scriptwriters this country has ever produced. His writing was so in tune with Eric and Ern that he was almost a third member of the team up on stage or on the screen.
Not sure where else to post this -is the Here's Johnny documentary about John Hickleton available to watch online anywhere?Thanks
Mick McManus aged 93
The man you love to hate (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/wrestling/22622647) ;)
Sad news about McManus. Mind you 93 is a fantastic age for a wrestler these days. No steroids for Mick I bet.
Spiders From Mars' bassist Trevor Bolder, aged 62
Quote from: Charlie boy on 22 May, 2013, 08:10:23 PM
Spiders From Mars' bassist Trevor Bolder, aged 62
And more shit news! No more, please.
Farewell Spider from Hull.
Richard Thorp, Alan Turner from off of Emmerdale.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22624674 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22624674)
Quote from: Charlie boy on 22 May, 2013, 08:10:23 PM
Spiders From Mars' bassist Trevor Bolder, aged 62
To think I just happened to be listening to
Life on Mars? when I read this. Must be the singularity catching-up.
Quote from: Trout on 23 May, 2013, 01:11:51 AM
Richard Thorp, Alan Turner from off of Emmerdale.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22624674 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22624674)
Nice chap according to those I know that met him, never had the pleasure. A keen motorcyclist, he rode a Harley Davison, he enjoyed riding up on the hills. Apparently he'd stop and help stranded bikers if he saw them.
I take it's okay to give tribute to someone who's not a celeb that passed away? If so I just want to to say R.I.P to Lee Bigley, the young man who so tragically lost his life yesterday at the hands of those two murdering bastards. I am absolutely gutted for his family especially his 2 year old boy. :'(
^ Echo that.
Sorry, Lee Rigby. Apologies.
As a squaddie, he would've had a good laugh at that Mabs ;)
It's bloody horrible isn't it. He appeares to have been an utterly lovely chap as well. Hope the swine are shunned for life, thats worse than any death penalty.
No, execute the pair of them. I only wish the cops had shot to kill.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 23 May, 2013, 10:19:28 PM
As a squaddie, he would've had a good laugh at that Mabs ;)
Heh, thanks CF. Just really saddened by this whole affair really. And the repurcussions too, with the EDL/BNP trying to hijack the tragedy for their own purposes (which usually revolves around anti-Muslim vitriol). They're just as bad as those two idiots that killed that young man. I really worry for our country at times....
Quote from: Mabs on 24 May, 2013, 12:01:04 AM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 23 May, 2013, 10:19:28 PM
As a squaddie, he would've had a good laugh at that Mabs ;)
Heh, thanks CF. Just really saddened by this whole affair really. And the repurcussions too, with the EDL/BNP trying to hijack the tragedy for their own purposes (which usually revolves around anti-Muslim vitriol). They're just as bad as those two idiots that killed that young man. I really worry for our country at times....
Especially as the murders specifically said that they wanted to start a war in London. Some idiots actually want to give them what they want!
Quote from: Mabs on 24 May, 2013, 12:01:04 AM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 23 May, 2013, 10:19:28 PM
As a squaddie, he would've had a good laugh at that Mabs ;)
Heh, thanks CF. Just really saddened by this whole affair really. And the repurcussions too, with the EDL/BNP trying to hijack the tragedy for their own purposes (which usually revolves around anti-Muslim vitriol). They're just as bad as those two idiots that killed that young man. I really worry for our country at times....
Amen Amen! I've never felt so ashamed to be British. That's why i'm getting the hell out of here before everything goes supernova.
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 24 May, 2013, 11:13:05 AMThat's why i'm getting the hell out of here before everything goes supernova.
A quick glance at the comments threads of the World Wide Web strongly suggests that the same assholes are everywhere.
Quote from: TordelBack on 24 May, 2013, 12:00:05 PMA quick glance at the comments threads of the World Wide Web strongly suggests that the same assholes are everywhere.
You mean the grass really
isn't greener?
'Greener' as in 'loogie', possibly.
S'not true?
sounds bogey
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 24 May, 2013, 11:13:05 AM
Quote from: Mabs on 24 May, 2013, 12:01:04 AM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 23 May, 2013, 10:19:28 PM
As a squaddie, he would've had a good laugh at that Mabs ;)
Heh, thanks CF. Just really saddened by this whole affair really. And the repurcussions too, with the EDL/BNP trying to hijack the tragedy for their own purposes (which usually revolves around anti-Muslim vitriol). They're just as bad as those two idiots that killed that young man. I really worry for our country at times....
Amen Amen! I've never felt so ashamed to be British. That's why i'm getting the hell out of here before everything goes supernova.
So where is this nirvana you're heading to then? Good luck with finding it.
R.I.P Drummer Rigby
Another British comedy light goes out.
(http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/67833000/jpg/_67833840_pertwee_bbc.jpg)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22680499
My heart actualy sank at this one. Bill was an amzing comic actor. :(
Damn. :( :(
:(
I think that just leaves the Vicar and Pike now, doesn't it?
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 27 May, 2013, 05:19:37 PM
:(
I think that just leaves the Vicar and Pike now, doesn't it?
Frank Williams is still alive? Blimey, he's not doing to bad.
We still also have Mrs Fox (Pamela Cundell), plus Liz Frazer played Mrs Pike in the film, but it's been a sad year for fans of the show with David Croft, Bill Pertwee and Clive Dunn leaving us, plus Philip "Don't tell him Pike" Madoc last year.
My grandma, after a two year long battle with a vast combination of different health problems.
Although we knew this was coming someday, it still came as a terrible shock.
She'd spent the bank holiday weekend surrounded by close family, and was taken ill abruptly just a short while after they'd all left.
Rest in peace, old gal. You've earned it.
Sorry the hear that HdE.
Condolences, HdE. Grandmothers are a treasure.
sorry for your loss mate grandparents are the best
Thanks, m'dears. YOU'RE all treasures.
We're still trying to process that she's gone. Like I say, we knew this was on the cards someday... but not quite so soon. I won't say it was unexpected, but it certainly feels that way at the moment, if that makes sense.
Very sorry for your loss HdE, I know from personal experience its dreadful to lose your Gran.
Deepest condolences old chap. Wish the best to you and your family.
Condolences to you and your family HdE. All the best.
Sorry to hear of your loss mate.
Jack Vance. (http://www.jackvance.com/)
Will Tom Sharpe (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22795507)'s grave be a Blott on the Landscape?
Had to happen sometime, but I lived Sharpe. The Wilt books were genius
Wet, she's a star; dry, she ain't (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=9jUjhrDhFuM#t=40s)
Just looked at HdE's post today. Sorry to hear of your loss, HdE
He was on Death Row anyway (http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-calif-serial-killer-richard-ramirez-dies-20130607,0,7126135.story)
Should this really be in the RIP thread? More like the BIH thread.
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 07 June, 2013, 08:24:52 PM
More like the BIH thread.
That would be an interesting scenario. I wonder if all the pentagrams the ingratiating wee shite carved and other occult nonsense he got up to would give him any traction when he finally came face to face with Satan? Doubt it.
I'm really glad there's no such thing as that thread.
Jenny, my cat. Mother to Patch and Cadbury.
Got Jenny as a kitten off a work colleague when my children were on holiday with the Ex first Summer after their Mum 'left home' in 1999... Kept her a secret. Even when my daughter asked on the phone if there were any surprises (they used to go to my in-laws every Summer with their Mum even when we were together & there was always a big surprise to come home to.
They were pretty pleased with the surprise.
Jenny gave a lot of love. Got grumpy after her kittens, but in a loving way... She was less playful but always wanting a hug.
She used to insist on being with me all the time but switched allegiance to my son Saul a couple of years after her kittens were born. She really, really loved my idiot son.
She only showed signs of being ill last night. We were going to go to vets today but she died in her sleep, snuggled up to Saul. Obviously he's upset, but he is happy she was with him and not alone outside.
We gave a dying cat house room 7 years ago. Found it in the garden, organ failure not a hope of survival. We let him stay in our house two days, he passed in his sleep quietly next to our fire. Cats Protection thought he was most likely abandoned by someone not wanting a vet bill - but he night have had a loving family that never knew what happened (we'd done all the reporting of 'found cat' obviously). At least our Jenny had the dignity at home that poor Ginge had.
Anyway. Sad day in the Bat household. King n Prince lost the Queen of the house. Patch is the new Queen I guess... though her brother, Cadbury, is a wimp compared to Patch Rat-Catcher.
Just been corrected by ex-mother-in-law... Jenny was born in 2000... She'll be right. I'm crap with dates n years n stuff.
But being corrected by ex-mother-in-law... sheesh...
Quote from: Bat King on 08 June, 2013, 09:37:55 AM
Jenny, my cat. Mother to Patch and Cadbury.
Sorry to hear that
Bat - but i guess the comfort is that she was well cared for and very much loved.
Reading your post has reminded me of
Henry.
Now
Henry didnt belong to us, but when our Dog died, he obviously said to his self, "Ahh, i spy an opening at that house"! and quickly took up residence.
He must have been well over ten years old then, and that was the first time we'd seen him (his real owner only lived a couple of houses down from us).
Now
Henry was as bold as brass and full of character - unbelievably so, and practically lived at our house - which we didnt mind at all.
So we had the distinct pleasure, and honour, to have been adopted by him for a good decade or more. Sadly he passed away about three years ago.
Still miss the little fella.
Bummer, Bat King - really sorry to hear. It's horrible losing a pet.
Don't ever lose sight of the fact that you gave her a fantastic life. Trust me, lots of folks don't take proper care of their furry pals.
Also, Jayzus: Cheers. Almost surreal to think how much time has already passed.
Sorry to hear that BK. A death of a family pet is a tragic thing. Lost a Cocker Spaniel a few years back. Sprightly little thing he was. Sad to think i've gone 4 years without taking him for a walk. :'(
My beloved grandmother passed away earlier this evening. As soon as my brother broke the news I felt my heart had shattered into a thousand pieces. She was suffering with cancer for a while, and was in immense pain but the news was still unexpected. I rushed over to her house where all family members were gathered and just broke down. After my mum she was the closest person in my life. In fact she raised me as a young boy just as much as my mum did. Whenever my mum was cross with me as a cheeky young boy, she'd always be there inmy defence. Even in my adulthood she was there to lend a helping ear and offer her words of wisdom.
The lights have gone out of her eyes.
This world will be a poorer place for me, without her. Rest in peace grandma, god rest your soul.
Deepest most sincere condolences Mabs. Hope you and the family recovere swiftly and hope for the best.
Thank you Hawkmonger, much appreciated mate.
Sorry for your lose Mabs.
Fully sympathise, Mabs. Hang in there.
Thanks guys, means a lot.
Sorry about it, Mabs, hugs.
Thank you Goaty. And sorry to hear about your loss too, HdE.
Aw, man, sorry to hear that, Mabs. Though I've lost all my grandparents, I was never close to them, so I can't even imagine what you're going through now. Deepest sympathies, hope you and yours are coping ok
Thanks mate. Really appreciate the kind words of support from all you guys.
Sorry to see this Mabs, pal. Best I can say really is at least you have your memories.
Deepest condolences Mabs. The loss of a grandparent is always rough.
Thank you Charlie Boy, and you're right - those memories I shall cherish forever.
Thanks von Boom, the kind words from my fellow Zarjazers has really touched me.
Can't pass by without offering my condolences to a fellow Shakara admirer. I'm sorry for your loss, Mabs, she sounds like she was an amazing lady...
Not unexpected, but far too soon: Iain Banks. (https://www.facebook.com/slovobooks/posts/10152455897272195)
Nothing official yet, but I've no reason to doubt Pádraig's info. (Updated: Confirmed on Twitter by Charles Stross.)
Greatly saddened.
Rip Ian banks. I only discovered his culture series in recent years having read some of his other books. I had missed out on some brilliant works.
Very sad loss.
And sorry for your loss mabs. Sad times.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22835047
BBC confirm the sad news. Damn.
That's incredibly sad news about Iain Banks. I didn't expect him to go so quickly. :'(
R.I.P. Iain and thank you.
Dunk!
Very sorry to hear about your loss Mabs, lovely wee tribute that was. My kids have been lucky enough to have had all four of their grandparents around, but I only ever really knew my Nan, cantakerous old marvel that she was, and reading your post made me think of how important she was to me.
And while I have tried to take Iain Banks' horribly swift final illness in the spirit he seemed to have adopted, I am afraid I find myself terribly saddened by the news of his death, irrationally so given I never met the man. He's been a constant presence in my reading pile since I was loaned The Wasp Factory when I was 15 or 16. I hope his last months were at least as rewarding for him as his body of work has been for me.
Thanks Tordelback, Simeon and SF, I cannot thank you guys enough for your kind words. I'm truly touched by it.
I was also very saddened to hear about Iain M. Bank's death today. I knew he was suffering with cancer, but it doesn't make the news any less tragic and painful. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones.
Rest in peace.
Just saw you post there Mabs- very sorry to hear that.
Yes, just saw this myself...
Deepest Condolences to you and your family, Mabs...
Thank you Link and Bob, really appreciate it guys. I feel previlaged to be a member of this great forum.
End of an era. The oldest verified man at 116 - the last person from the 19th century -
Jiroemon Kimura
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jiroemon_Kimura
(http://i3.mirror.co.uk/incoming/article123617.ece/ALTERNATES/s615/jiroemon-kimura-pic-getty-875487038.jpg)
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 12 June, 2013, 02:40:35 PM
the last person from the 19th century
Well, thats certainly a very good innings, and being the last person from the 19th century really puts that age into perspective, doesnt it.
RIP, Mr Kimura
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 12 June, 2013, 02:40:35 PM
the last person from the 19th century
It is sobering to think when I was a child I had friends who had grandparents or great-grandparents that were born in the 19th century...
As
Judge Jack said, a fine innings indeed.
RIP Mr Kimura
Agreed, thats no bad age and really make's you consider the potential for longevity. You can only imagine the stories he must have living through so many historicaly signifecant events.
James Gandolfini (http://www.deadline.com/2013/06/r-i-p-james-gandolfini/)
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 20 June, 2013, 12:21:42 AM
James Gandolfini (http://www.deadline.com/2013/06/r-i-p-james-gandolfini/)
Great shame. 51 is too young but he made an indelible stamp on modern culture that will outlast many of us.
Yes, very sad to hear of his death.......And at only 51 years old ......way, way too young....
First saw him, in a really great movie, True Romance as the 'thinking' Hit man.......a great performance...
And obviously, as Tony Soprano in The Sopranos ....just brilliant...
And as a character actor in various other roles....The Last Castle with Robert Redford, being one.....a really great actor....
Bloody hell. Too young!
RIP James, thank you for The Sopranos :(
Just seen the news. The Sopranos is probably my favourite ever TV show and its such a shame that Jame Gandolfini has passed way too young.
As people have said here though it wasn't just his most famous role, he was a great actor, for me I always remember the part he played in the Coen Brothers' very under-rated 'The man who wasn't there', superb.
Cut to black and roll credits without music.
Kim Thompson (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kim_Thompson), A champion of innovation in and translation of great comics. I can't even guess how many of my favourite reads have been from Fantagraphics.
Quote from: TordelBack on 20 June, 2013, 08:00:29 AM
Kim Thompson (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kim_Thompson), A champion of innovation in and translation of great comics. I can't even guess how many of my favourite reads have been from Fantagraphics.
Man that is very sad news...
Also, RIP Slim Whitman: our last line of defence is gone. Prepare for Martian invasion.
Yeah the passing of Kim Thompson is another massive loss and also too soon. He leaves behind a legacy that almost anybody in the comics industry should be enviable of. Really did do so much to shape the diversity of the medium and deserves an incredible amount of recognition for this.
Sad to hear of the death of Kim Thompson.....also way too young....
I didn't really know much about him, until I watched the Sky Arts show about comics....Ink..Alter Egos Exposed, where they did an interview with him and he talked about Fantagraphics....
His belief that the creators of comics and comic characters should retain 'ownership' of their creations, struck me as very 'forward thinking' at the time...
Seemed like a genuinely nice man who 'loved' the medium he worked in...
James Gandolfini
I always hate waking up and hearing an actor that I like has died. I hate it even more when they were only 51. This is really sad news, he was a great actor and as well as the fantastic Sopranos he also did some outstanding film work. I particularly liked him in In the Loop, The Last Castle and True Romance.
Damn, 51 is no age to go.
I really thought he was older to be honest.
Sad day.
Quote from: Recrewt on 20 June, 2013, 01:26:30 PM
James Gandolfini
I always hate waking up and hearing an actor that I like has died.
Aye, caught this on the 6am news. You could tell straight away its wasnt gonna be good when they started the story 'And its reported that actor James Gandolfini........'
Totally unexpected, but in a strange kinda way it also wasnt. The fella was a man mountain.
But what a legacy to leave us with. The Soprano's was many years of excellent, and required viewing.
RIP, T.
I too woke up to the sad news this morning. He was a great actor and there aren't many who would've been brave enough to take on such a confused/unsympathetic character and carry it off with such skill. To me, The Sopranos set the standard for tv drama and its influences can be still seen today in such shows as Boardwalk Empire and Justified. I shall miss Gandolfini as one of my favourite actors as much as I do The Sopranos - a great deal.
And in closing, as a final tribute;
[spoiler]What da' fuck?[/spoiler]
The Sopranos was when TV got better than a lot of cinema. I've watched it countless times and it never gets old, the performances of Gandolfini and Falco are monumentally good if you ask me. It was talked about plenty, but the use of music was pretty great too - I got introduced to Kasey Chambers from it, everytime I hear Gloria I can't help thinking about her, plus it had the finest deployment of a Tindersticks (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tU1UmY6gSt8) song ever.
Think it's time to do it all again...just when you think you're out...
M.
Quote from: Mikey on 21 June, 2013, 12:37:26 PM
The Sopranos was when TV got better than a lot of cinema.
That is so true. There were a few good shows bubbling up around that time but really for me it was The Sopranos that defined the paradigm shift there.
I'm still six episodes away from the end of the last series. A real shame to hear Gandolfini has passed.
Quote from: Judge Jack on 20 June, 2013, 04:18:36 PM
Aye, caught this on the 6am news. You could tell straight away its wasnt gonna be good when they started the story 'And its reported that actor James Gandolfini........'
Totally unexpected, but in a strange kinda way it also wasnt. The fella was a man mountain.
But what a legacy to leave us with. The Soprano's was many years of excellent, and required viewing.
RIP, T.
As others have said - he did look a little older then he was. I don't think I am being discourteous when I say he was a 'big man' and we all know the health risks that associate with that. Still, it surprises me how some of the bigger actors like James Gandolfini and John Candy have shorter innings and then someone like Brian Dennehy is still going strong in his 70s (and continues to do so, I hope).
Quote from: Recrewt on 21 June, 2013, 02:58:46 PM
As others have said - he did look a little older then he was. I don't think I am being discourteous when I say he was a 'big man' and we all know the health risks that associate with that. Still, it surprises me how some of the bigger actors like James Gandolfini and John Candy have shorter innings and then someone like Brian Dennehy is still going strong in his 70s (and continues to do so, I hope).
Yes it's a very strange phenomenon, how some people live longer than others, despite 'excessive' lifestyles compared to others.....As you say he was a 'big man' and there are associated health risks with that.....but on the other side of the coin there are people who have more grossly abused their bodies over the years, and are still going strong.....Not all of them of course, as several meet early deaths as well.....
One of the most amazing examples of this ( for me anyway ) is the fact that
Keith Richards is still going at almost 70......( and hopefully will keep going for many years to come ) ...And when you consider that the amount of drink and drugs he has imbibed over the 50+ years in the Stones, and his apparent disregard for his own health, it is nothing short of incredible.....
Not that I'm condoning Drink and Drug abuse......I'm just saying that there are factors we can control ( diet, no smoking, regular exercise, healthy body and mind etc ) but 'ultimately' it still all seems to be a bit of a lottery !!....
Especially when considering
Keff, has always drank copiously, smoked constantly, partied with nubile maidens galore, been a Heroin addict, a heavy cocaine user, a marajuana smoker, pill popper and absolute libertine.....Seems a bit unfair !!.....
Quote from: Sideshow Bob on 21 June, 2013, 03:24:31 PMOne of the most amazing examples of this ( for me anyway ) is the fact that Keith Richards is still going at almost 70......( and hopefully will keep going for many years to come ) ...And when you consider that the amount of drink and drugs he has imbibed over the 50+ years in the Stones, and his apparent disregard for his own health, it is nothing short of incredible.....
Someone asked Keef about this before and his was advice was always make sure your drugs were top quality. :lol:
Keith Richards has also said that he has a massive reputation for hard living, and that to a certain extent he is playing a character called 'Keith Richards'.
See also: Iggy Pop.
Cheers!
Jim
It's not an original observation, but Richards and Osterberg both look like they died decades ago.
The secret to long life is apparently eating small portions.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 21 June, 2013, 11:14:28 PM
The secret to long life is apparently eating small portions.
I'm read an anecdote about David Bowie and Iggy Pop meeting for lunch back in the 70's - they were both on macrobiotic diets (their words) so Iggy ate spoons of honey while David ate sugar cubes....
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 21 June, 2013, 10:52:46 PM
See also: Iggy Pop.
Shit, don't do that! I thought Iggy Pop had died for a moment there!
Quote from: Dandontdare on 22 June, 2013, 08:43:24 AM
Shit, don't do that! I thought Iggy Pop had died for a moment there!
You cannnnot kill what doessss not live!
Cheers
Jim
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 22 June, 2013, 09:24:19 AM
Quote from: Dandontdare on 22 June, 2013, 08:43:24 AM
Shit, don't do that! I thought Iggy Pop had died for a moment there!
You cannnnot kill what doessss not live!
Cheers
Jim
:lol:
Yes, forgot about Iggy as well. !!
That's another one to add to my list of 'How on Earth are they still alive after everything they have 'consumed / done' over the years....
My List stands at present : :D
Undisputed Champion : Keith Richards..
Worthy Second Place : Iggy Pop.....Self mutilation 'shoots' Iggy into 2nd place..
In no other particular order...
Ozzy Osbourne....Don't think he knows that he is still alive...
Lemmy............Think he may be almost 1st equal with Keff...
Rick Parfitt & Francis Rossi.....'Lost' nasal tissues due to 'massive' amounts of coke...
Steven Tyler ( Aerosmith ).......Although he does look as if he is dead...
Eric Clapton.....Much 'kudos' to the man for cleaning up his act....but it was a close thing..
Mick Fleetwood.....Also cleaned up his act but another 'close thing'...
Scott Gorham ( Thin Lizzy )......Another 'lucky' one..
What about those guys from Mötley Crüe?
Quote from: Dandontdare on 22 June, 2013, 08:43:24 AM
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 21 June, 2013, 10:52:46 PM
See also: Iggy Pop.
Shit, don't do that! I thought Iggy Pop had died for a moment there!
Didn't that happen when he started advertising car insurance?
I'm here all week folks.
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 22 June, 2013, 02:05:33 PM
Quote from: Dandontdare on 22 June, 2013, 08:43:24 AM
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 21 June, 2013, 10:52:46 PM
See also: Iggy Pop.
Shit, don't do that! I thought Iggy Pop had died for a moment there!
Didn't that happen when he started advertising car insurance?
I'm here all week folks.
Damn you sir! You beat me to it!
Fuckin' pussies, the lot of them. If you're not dead (preferably by the age of 27 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/27_Club)), you're just wasting everyone's time.
Quote from: sauchie on 22 June, 2013, 02:24:48 PM
Fuckin' pussies, the lot of them. If you're not dead (preferably by the age of 27 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/27_Club)), you're just wasting everyone's time.
:lol:......Very Good
sauchie...
Although to be fair to some of the above list, It's not been for a 'lack of trying'....
The list above contains a couple of comas, several car accidents, a famous 'falling out of a tree' incident.....quite good actually considering he was 'out his tree' when he did it, numerous 'overdoses' etc....
I think some of them fall into the category of 'Epic fails' though !!.. :D
Aaaahhh !!....Cardinal sin of the Double Post....Sorry...
Quote from: JamesC on 22 June, 2013, 02:03:49 PM
What about those guys from Mötley Crüe?
JamesC....I had actually thought about including Tommy Lee from Motley Crue, as he is a hard drinking, drug taking libertine as well.....But immediately discounted him because he got to 'bunk up' with Pamela Anderson when she was 'in her prime'.....Anyone that 'lucky' was never going to make a 'How are they still alive'.....His immortality was assured after the release of the video on his boat...
The list was just a bit of a laugh, and entrants apart from Keff were all just 'off the top of my head'...
All those kind of 'Rock & Roll' exploits really amuse me, and I know loads, and might be an idea for a thread though......How are they still alive? and listing some of their exploits....
Could be quite 'racey' though and would need to ask the Mods...
Quote from: Sideshow Bob on 22 June, 2013, 02:01:59 PM
In no other particular order...
Ozzy Osbourne....Don't think he knows that he is still alive...
Lemmy............Think he may be almost 1st equal with Keff...
Story is Lemmy wanted to travel someplace for a whole blood transfusion as Keith is believed to have done to keep him going but on examining Lemmy's blood, the surgeons said he would die if half the impurities were taken out. Ozzy died the moment he became the reality TV star. "But I've just released a new Black Sabbath album after temporarily falling back off the wagon and now I moan about Sharon trying to get me back on reality TV!" Please be quiet, Ozzy, and tell your fame-hungry kin to do the same.
Thanks for that Charlie boy...
Thing is, I don't think Ozzy has really changed all that much.......If you have seen some of the old Sabbath documentaries, you'll hear all the old band members say that he hasn't changed a bit......Apparently he was always 'odd' and a bit of a 'space cadet' even as a very young man in Birmingham...
Drink and drugs on an epic scale, obviously haven't helped either.......along with a 'celebrity obsessed family'..
One of the stories about Ozzy, was when he was isolated in a Hotel in America and his troll.... ( sorry, Wife Sharon ) was trying to get him off the booze........took all his clothes away, and locked him in the hotel room with orders to the staff to stop him from getting out the Hotel....She came back home to find him absolutely 'plastered'......
Later it was discovered that he had put her clothes on, climbed out the balcony and then just walked out the hotel, as nobody thought to stop a 'woman'...
Even the legend that is Lemmy has had some health problems in recent years.
He was I'll at a gig in Greece a few years back, I think it was something to do with dehydration. He was told he needs to drink more water so he said he would have more ice in his Jack Daniels!
He has also had some heart problems recently..........
http://loudwire.com/motorheads-lemmy-kilmister-has-surgery-to-implant-portable-defibrillator-in-his-chest/
Still not bad for a man in his late sixties considering his lifestyle.
Reminds me of the story the Late Graham Chapman ( Of Monty Python fame) related about Keith Moon...
If I recall correctly they were both in Keith Moons penthouse suite in this hotel about 8 floors up.
combined both had drained the room dry and Graham mentioned that he fancied some gin.
I think the management had locked both of them in the room to prevent further excessive consumption.
Graham went to have a lie down. Next thing he knew there was a knocking on his bedroom window...
Outside was Keith Moon. he has climbed out of the balcony... and somehow scrambled down to raid bottles of alcohol from other rooms... including gin.
It was a wonder that man didn't die sooner...
Yes Doc,
I'm surprised he lived as long as he did considering the 'antics' he got up to.... :D
Pete Townsend tells a story about his own hearing loss ( tinnitus ), which was due to years of standing amid massive walls of sound, but not helped in part by Keith...
Apparently at the finale of a Who concert, amid all the lights and flashes, Keith decided that the 'explosion / flash bangs' at the end wasn't quite loud enough.......so with the help of a roadie, added more flash powder to a couple of the props to get a 'bigger' bang......
At the climax of the show when Keiths' 'altered' prop went off .......and according to Pete, it was immense and awesomely loud !! ......It left him standing on stage amid piles of 'floating' debris with a 'stunned' look on his face, hair blown all over the place, and a complete lack of hearing, with blood trickling from his ears....
FFS we have to get this back on topic I keep coming on and seeing names and thinking they're dead!
CrazyFoxMachine
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 23 June, 2013, 01:13:26 PM
FFS we have to get this back on topic I keep coming on and seeing names and thinking they're dead!
Yeah, Hurry up and die so this thread can get back on track !!!
A bit 'savage' that CFM.......... :lol:
Quote from: Sideshow Bob on 23 June, 2013, 12:36:05 PM
Pete Townsend tells a story about his own hearing loss.......at the finale of a Who concert, Keith decided that the 'explosion at the end wasn't quite loud enough.......so with the help of a roadie, added more flash powder to get a 'bigger' bang......
Sorry, still off topic, the explosive event described by Sideshow Bob wasn't at a gig, it was on the Smothers Brothers show on TV in America. You can see it here......
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=5YI_G8l1BPM&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D5YI_G8l1BPM
We will soon be back on topic, probably with Nelson Mandela. :-(
Back on topic....
Michael Baigent, one of the writers of The holy blood and the holy grail has died.
I actually knew about this last week as a friend of mine went to his house to do some work on his PC. He died later on the same day!
http://www.theargus.co.uk/news/10503504.Sussex_writer_who_sued_novelist_Dan_Brown_dies_in_Brighton/?ref=nt
One of the great storytellers of blues and soul music Bobby 'Blue' Bland has died aged 83. :(
Check out the Youtube link for a song of his that some of you may be familiar with.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1--7K58_4ZQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1--7K58_4ZQ)
Stew.
Most archaeologists have mixed feelings about Time Team as a message for the method but the solid academic heart of it was Mick Aston who's died today.
Still waiting on a solid source for this but the inner circles (https://www.facebook.com/archaeology.teaclub/posts/562363320481828) have been muttering about it over the last hour or so.
(http://legacymedia.localworld.co.uk/275793/Article/images/15177582/3532039.png)
Sad to hear about Mick Aston passing. While Time Team had its critics the team were proper archaeologists and knew what to do. Time Team was obviously archaeology as entertainment not pure archaeology.
I loved the show.
Quote from: Albion on 24 June, 2013, 03:08:22 PM
Back on topic....
Michael Baigent, one of the writers of The holy blood and the holy grail has died.
I actually knew about this last week as a friend of mine went to his house to do some work on his PC. He died later on the same day!
http://www.theargus.co.uk/news/10503504.Sussex_writer_who_sued_novelist_Dan_Brown_dies_in_Brighton/?ref=nt
That's a shame - really enjoyed the book when I read it years ago; got totally sucked into it too (before later learning how to apply Occam's Razor to conspiracy theories). I can totally understand why the writers would want to sue Dan Brown; it may have been legal but he still helped himself to their ideas wholesale.
Quote from: Bat King on 24 June, 2013, 10:37:46 PM
Sad to hear about Mick Aston passing. While Time Team had its critics the team were proper archaeologists and knew what to do. Time Team was obviously archaeology as entertainment not pure archaeology.
I loved the show.
Agreed. Was a great show, and you could see they
all had a lot of passion for their trade.
And just so people are aware - confirmed via Twitter -
Francis Pryor @PryorFrancis 1h
Have just spoken to Phil Harding. Sadly he confirmed that Mick Aston died last night. RIP dear friend.
If anyone has ever critisised Time team, show them American Digger. Mick Asten was one of my idols and a true love for archeology was evident in each episodes.
That's very sad, Mick Aston was a great guy and a terrific ambassador for archaeology. He taught my wife many years ago, and I passed a couple of fun evenings with him in conference bars back in the 90s chatting drunkenly about landscape studies (which was my thing back then). He'll be missed.
Quote from: TordelBack on 24 June, 2013, 11:02:07 PM
That's very sad, Mick Aston was a great guy and a terrific ambassador for archaeology. He taught my wife many years ago, and I passed a couple of fun evenings with him in conference bars back in the 90s chatting drunkenly about landscape studies (which was my thing back then). He'll be missed.
Cool!
Me? I have featured an archaeologist in a rainbow knitted jumper in my stories before now... RIP.
This and Richard Matheson on the same day... fucking nerd Armageddon.
RIP Richard Matheson. He is Legend. :'(
Aye, sad news about Mick Aston.
RIP, fella.
I thought Richard Matheson had passed years ago. He had a good innings at 87.
Richard Matheson was a true giant of the fantasy genre. I Am Legend - the novel not the movies - was an excellent post - apocalyptic tale. I remember with great affection his Twilight Zone episodes. The man and his work have been an influence to countless science fiction fantasy and horror writers over the years. A great loss.
Sad that Richard Matheson has died a real genius storyteller.
Terrible news about Richard Matheson. His episodes of the Twilight Zone, those books and screenplays approach the superlative. How mighty are the fallen.
What? Richard Matheson has died? No....
I am deeply saddened by this news, Matheson was without doubt one of the best writers whose works I hold in high esteem, I Am Legend is one of my favourite novels of all time, an absolute masterpiece.
R.I.P
Quote from: ZippoCreed on 25 June, 2013, 08:48:02 PM
R I remember with great affection his Twilight Zone episodes.
Re-watched most of them recently on the new issue Blu-Rays. Genius.
RIP.
http://pitchfork.com/news/51327-rip-alan-myers-drummer-with-devo/
Quote from: johnnystress on 26 June, 2013, 01:26:13 PM
http://pitchfork.com/news/51327-rip-alan-myers-drummer-with-devo/
Otherwise known as the 'The Human Metronome'. I've been listening to a lot of early Devo. I love the Jocko Homo video.
R.I.P Jim Kelly :(
Quote from: klute on 01 July, 2013, 10:27:12 AM
R.I.P Jim Kelly :(
No way! That's bullshit, Mr Han, man! :(
Quote from: shaolin_monkey on 01 July, 2013, 01:55:05 PM
Quote from: klute on 01 July, 2013, 10:27:12 AM
R.I.P Jim Kelly :(
No way! That's bullshit, Mr Han, man! :(
Yeah, that's bum. Only a week after Lau Kar-Leung (http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/hong-kong-director-lau-kar-574372), director of 36th Chamber of Shaolin among many others.
Jim Kelly - officially cool as fuck.
Quote from: ZippoCreed on 01 July, 2013, 08:16:26 PM
Jim Kelly - officially cool as fuck.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Kelly_(martial_artist) ???
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 02 July, 2013, 03:08:16 PM
Quote from: ZippoCreed on 01 July, 2013, 08:16:26 PM
Jim Kelly - officially cool as fuck.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Kelly_(martial_artist) ???
What's your confusion? It is that guy, the martial artist, if that's what you mean:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HUGMBu-rTI
Such a shame I couldn't find the widescreen version of that fight.
He didn't even notice dying, he was too busy looking good.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 02 July, 2013, 06:33:12 PM
He didn't even notice dying, he was too busy looking good.
Yes indeed. "Bullshit Mr Han man" is still a classic cinematic line. When I was a kid I thought he was the coolest guy I'd ever seen. He's still in the top 3.
I'm off to watch
Enter The Dragon...
Quote from: shaolin_monkey on 02 July, 2013, 06:30:54 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 02 July, 2013, 03:08:16 PM
Quote from: ZippoCreed on 01 July, 2013, 08:16:26 PM
Jim Kelly - officially cool as fuck.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Kelly_(martial_artist) ???
What's your confusion? It is that guy, the martial artist, if that's what you mean:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HUGMBu-rTI
Such a shame I couldn't find the widescreen version of that fight.
Don't really know why he didn't link to an article about his death, hence me wiki-ing him and coming up with this (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Kelly) at first, that's all!!!
RIP The Dandy. For reals this time.
" @wilburdawbarn - Sad to say the bold experiment that was the digital Dandy is over. Last week's was the last one."
Jim Kelly's obituary from today's Independent:
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/obituaries/jim-kelly-actor-best-known-as-williams-in-enter-the-dragon-8683786.html?origin=internalSearch
Quote from: sheldipez on 03 July, 2013, 08:21:24 PM
RIP The Dandy. For reals this time.
" @wilburdawbarn - Sad to say the bold experiment that was the digital Dandy is over. Last week's was the last one."
That's a shame.
Here's a story I very much enjoyed from The Dandy:
(http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x32/scowling_monkey/18f5eab751cb75330d197ebd19a121f1.jpg) (http://s186.photobucket.com/user/scowling_monkey/media/18f5eab751cb75330d197ebd19a121f1.jpg.html)
(http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x32/scowling_monkey/cf3bf0f37c2b76907ef6ceabd1b63fd6.jpg) (http://s186.photobucket.com/user/scowling_monkey/media/cf3bf0f37c2b76907ef6ceabd1b63fd6.jpg.html)
Brilliant Shaolin!
Thanks for posting that Shaolin - great stuff!
Have you ever used a mouse with a computer? Of course you have. Have you used Windows, Mac OSX or other user interface on a computer involving graphics rather than text? Sure, you are using it now.
Well, you have Douglas Engelbart to thank for that. Mr Engelbart died yesterday of kidney failure at the age of 88. The world of IT mourns the loss of a true innovator...
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2013/07/03/douglas_engelbart_mouse_creator/ (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2013/07/03/douglas_engelbart_mouse_creator/)
Great post Shaolin!
Sad news about Mr. Engelbart. It's a shame he didn't get more recognition for a tool we take for granted now.
Bernie Nolan (http://news.sky.com/story/1111541/bernie-nolan-singer-dies-after-cancer-battle)
Snoo Wilson playwright & Director
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 04 July, 2013, 05:03:38 PM
Bernie Nolan (http://news.sky.com/story/1111541/bernie-nolan-singer-dies-after-cancer-battle)
There was no-one else like her.
:lol:
Ryan Davis of Giant Bomb. Feel really crushed by this, been listening to the podcast for years so it really does feel like losing a friend who keeps me company on my commute on a weekly basis.
He'd just married too, think he was on his honeymoon. Awful, awful news.
http://kotaku.com/ryan-davis-rip-5909941 (http://kotaku.com/ryan-davis-rip-5909941)
Quote from: Keef Monkey on 08 July, 2013, 08:53:30 PM
Ryan Davis of Giant Bomb. Feel really crushed by this, been listening to the podcast for years so it really does feel like losing a friend who keeps me company on my commute on a weekly basis.
He'd just married too, think he was on his honeymoon. Awful, awful news.
http://kotaku.com/ryan-davis-rip-5909941 (http://kotaku.com/ryan-davis-rip-5909941)
I feel the same. Spent hundreds of hours listening to Ryan on the bombcast.
Really gutted. He was 34. Can't believe we'll never hear his imp like giggle or heavy breathing on another bombcast. RIP.
Very sad news indeed. I'd only really watched a few of their live-streams but he seemed a great bloke.
Bond, Brooke Bond.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2013/jul/11/pg-tips-james-bond-chimp-dies
Alan Whicker, 87, from bronchial pneumonia
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23287351
Charles Foley, inventor of Twister. Perhaps naked Twister. 82.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2013/jul/12/twister-inventor-dies-aged-82 (http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2013/jul/12/twister-inventor-dies-aged-82)
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 12 July, 2013, 12:49:35 PM
Alan Whicker, 87, from bronchial pneumonia
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23287351
I honestly thought he'd died years ago, sometime in the 90's.
Quote from: JamesC on 12 July, 2013, 01:26:53 PM
I honestly thought he'd died years ago, sometime in the 90's.
I'd heard he was a basket case...
(I'll get me coat.)
Jim
Quote from: JamesC on 12 July, 2013, 01:26:53 PM
I honestly thought he'd died years ago, sometime in the 90's.
Ditto Lou Beale AKA Kinda's Anatta.
Anna Wing and a Prayer No More (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23268512)
I once read an interview with Anna Wing in which she said people always stopped her in the street because they were amazed she wasn't dead. Her character died at an advanced age yet she lived on, and people had difficulty coping with the idea.
Quote from: sheldipez on 03 July, 2013, 08:21:24 PM
RIP The Dandy. For reals this time.
" @wilburdawbarn - Sad to say the bold experiment that was the digital Dandy is over. Last week's was the last one."
shaolin_monkey posted a brilliant Dredd-inspired Jocks and the Geordies. (http://forums.2000adonline.com/index.php/topic,16271.msg771492.html#msg771492 (http://forums.2000adonline.com/index.php/topic,16271.msg771492.html#msg771492))
I recently bought a load of old Megs, and stumbled across this image in one of them. RIP The Dandy...
(http://i1345.photobucket.com/albums/p670/SimeonB1/Comic%20Art/DanvDredd_zps34f6f121.jpg)
I am the Jaw !!
Brilliant.......Thanks for sharing SimeonB.
RIP The Dandy............One of my favourites when I was a very young child in about 1963.....
Dropped it after about a year for the slightly more 'rebellious' The Beano...
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 12 July, 2013, 12:49:35 PM
Alan Whicker, 87, from bronchial pneumonia
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23287351
Sad news. a great innings though.
Quote from: Something Fishy on 14 July, 2013, 09:51:35 AM
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 12 July, 2013, 12:49:35 PM
Alan Whicker, 87, from bronchial pneumonia
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23287351
Sad news. a great innings though.
Aye sad news, that. Caught this the other day, but was unable to post. He was old school to the max wasnt he.
RIP Mr Whicker.
Bert Trautmann, the German goalkeeper who won the FA Cup with Manchester City in 1956, has died at the age of 89.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/23375452
Mel Smith, aged 60.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-23390982
Bloody hell! That's a shocker :o :(
Yeah, I heard via Twitter from @theronster - he tweeted a simple 'Alas, Smith' which made me go straight to BBC site to check.
Quite sad. 60 isn't old by any standard in the UK these days. My dad died at 58 in 1989, which wasn't old then either.
That's shitting terrible news.
Bloody Hell, we were only watching some Not The 9 O'Clock News last night. Very sad indeed!
Very sad news. RIP.
Quote from: Bat King on 20 July, 2013, 02:51:44 PM
Yeah, I heard via Twitter from @theronster - he tweeted a simple 'Alas, Smith' which made me go straight to BBC site to check.
Quite sad. 60 isn't old by any standard in the UK these days. My dad died at 58 in 1989, which wasn't old then either.
No indeed. That's sad. Even at 66 mine was considered old by today's standards.
Aye, again this is sad news. Loved me a bit of Alas Smith and Jones, along with - of course, Not the 9 O' Clock News.
And like Burdis, i was only thinking about Mel Smith earlier, sparked off by some random googling... :o
Bloody hell! Thats a bit of a heart breaker. True talent, Not the 9'o Clock News is damn fine and 60 is no age to go. RIP. :(
It is a sad loss, but no great surprise really. Mel was fond of excess in all things, usually favouring those that are worst for you.
actor & director David Spenser aged 79 the original Just William
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Very saddened to hear about Mel Smith, a real hero of mine since Hedgehog Sandwich found its way onto our turntable when I was about 10. I was only watching NTNOCN the other night, and reflecting on what a genius for comic delivery he had. His albino in Princess Bride is my (current) favourite for funniest turn in that most brilliant of movies.
Mel Smith
Terrible news, I know he wasn't that young and might not have took care of himself as well as he could but this is still a shock. He was brilliant with Rhys Jones and I particularly enjoyed the sketches where they were face-to-face talking, white shirts and no background - just dead funny. No-one else has done that better!
RIP Mel.
I've a spot softer than a Tribble in a Santa costume for his rendition of Rockin around the Christmas Tree with Kim Wilde.
Speaking of which did you ever see that youtube clip of Kim on the Underground serenading the passengers, pissed after a party? I can't post a link from my phone but it is worth a search. I love her even more after that :-D
Dennis Farina at 69
(https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTflINNprxQnGMjr2OsSTy0iAyatA26FaYIpocl3zU2XxAMVIvp5Q)
Blot clot in his lung apparently terribly sad I'd just watched the short-lived Luck in its entirety and his turn in it is brilliantly endearing.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 22 July, 2013, 06:34:01 PM
Dennis Farina at 69
Thanks for giving me an excuse to stay up past my bedtime (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is5ofSHZWTM) on school nights.
Quote from: sauchie on 22 July, 2013, 06:54:33 PM
Thanks for giving me an excuse to stay up past my bedtime (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is5ofSHZWTM) on school nights.
I bloody loved Crime Story...
Cheers!
Jim
Sad news about Dennis Farina.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 22 July, 2013, 07:23:47 PM
Quote from: sauchie on 22 July, 2013, 06:54:33 PM
Thanks for giving me an excuse to stay up past my bedtime (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is5ofSHZWTM) on school nights.
I bloody loved Crime Story...
Having one series end with Ray Luca literally having the bomb dropped on him (http://vimeo.com/53051849) blew my tiny mind. There's a good argument to be made that the series is the best thing Michael Mann's ever done.
J.J. Cale, at the age of 74, after a heart attack, apparently.
Mick Farren of the Deviants among other things - dead at 69
(http://www.crowsnbones.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/mick-farren.jpg)
Klingon and voice of Mr Freeze, Michael Ansara alas
http://uk.movies.yahoo.com/michael-anasara---the-first-klingon---passes-122021638.html
Wrestler Matt Osborne the original "Doink The Clown"
Karen Black - a fine actress sadly missed:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-23627843
"We don-a like-a nothing soft. Everything-a we does is hard."
Farewell Haji (far left). She wasn't a real Italian.
http://blogs.laweekly.com/arts/2013/08/haji_russ_meyer_faster_pussyca.php
(http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m19e0rBk1C1qd7v5ao1_500.jpg)
No not another b movie icon gone up to that golden drive-in the sky? I love the cheap subculture thrills of b-movies and Haji was one the crazy characters/actresses that inhabited them.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-23700044
The above is A veteran Sky News cameraman has been shot and killed while covering the violence in Cairo, the broadcaster has said.
Sixty-one-year-old Mick Deane had worked for Sky for 15 years. He was married with two sons.
Sorry there, was in a bit of a rush!!!! Won't happen again Sarge!!!!
No problem, just you know some people may not follow a link, for whatever reason.
Ahem. Also 26-year-old UAE reporter Habiba Ahmed Abd Elaziz ...
...oh yeah and around 300 Egyptians.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 15 August, 2013, 08:49:20 AM
Ahem. Also 26-year-old UAE reporter Habiba Ahmed Abd Elaziz ...
...oh yeah and around 300 Egyptians.
Oh come on, Fox! You know they don't count if they're brown people.
Writer Alexander Cockburn, reporting on various atrocities in Central America in the 80s, had a formula about how press coverage of these things worked:
1000 dead peasants = 10 dead foreign aid workers = 5 dead nuns = 1 dead western journalist.
London Olympic 2012 "Jame Bond" stuntman dead!!!!!!!! (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-23707434)
http://www.billboard.com/articles/news/5657564/blue-oyster-cult-guitarist-allen-lanier-dies
Don't fear the reaper Allen. Enjoy the peace. RIP.
Quote from: GordonR on 15 August, 2013, 10:13:34 AM
Writer Alexander Cockburn, reporting on various atrocities in Central America in the 80s, had a formula about how press coverage of these things worked:
1000 dead peasants = 10 dead foreign aid workers = 5 dead nuns = 1 dead western journalist.
Earthquakes in English speaking areas get headlines, mudslides in South America wiping out entire villages won't.
Cute missing white children make headlines, there are thousands of missing children a year...
Our news is always askew.
Elmore Leonard.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23765850 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23765850)
Quote from: johnnystress on 15 August, 2013, 08:13:50 PM
http://www.billboard.com/articles/news/5657564/blue-oyster-cult-guitarist-allen-lanier-dies
Saw Patti Smith on Thursday (awesome) and she did a tribute to him that brought am lump to my throat - they were ex-lovers and good friends, and she performed Elegie from Horses, which he co-wrote.
Elmore Leonard was a true giant of crime fiction. His skill with pace plot and characterisation was remarkable in every sense. His stories possessed such momentum that the reader was almost propelled through the pages. A sad loss for the genre and literature in general.
Justified is adapted from his books and I have to admit that Raylan Givens is the coolest cop ever!
Sad to hear of his passing
Lee Thompson Young, has unfortunately, commited suicide, at age 20 (http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/people/2013/08/19/lee-thompson-young/2672055/)
Something gives me the idea that becoming a child star with the Disney corporation isn't very good for your psychological development.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 21 August, 2013, 06:27:54 PM
Lee Thompson Young, has unfortunately, commited suicide, at age 20 (http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/people/2013/08/19/lee-thompson-young/2672055/)
That's sad, but no offended, you post lots here, hope you are not the grim reaper?
Quote from: Goaty on 21 August, 2013, 09:21:55 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 21 August, 2013, 06:27:54 PM
Lee Thompson Young, has unfortunately, commited suicide, at age 20 (http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/people/2013/08/19/lee-thompson-young/2672055/)
That's sad, but no offended, you post lots here, hope you are not the grim reaper?
No, That my cousin!!!
I'll try and post in the Meg thread sometime, in the next week, just for you!!!!
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 21 August, 2013, 06:27:54 PM
Lee Thompson Young, has unfortunately, commited suicide, at age 20 (http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/people/2013/08/19/lee-thompson-young/2672055/)
Aww thats a damn shame. I watch alot of those american cop/procedural shows and I always enjoy Rizzoli and Isles that hes on. Cant believe he was only 20! The banter between him and his older partner Korsak were the highlight of the show for me.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23808854
A name most won't recognise but a man whose work most folk will have seen
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 23 August, 2013, 06:44:20 PM
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23808854
A name most won't recognise but a man whose work most folk will have seen
So many great films in his history. What a guy he was...
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 23 August, 2013, 06:44:20 PM
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23808854
A name most won't recognise but a man whose work most folk will have seen
Yep; I would never have recognised his name, but he seems to have had a hand in almost everything I've ever loved. What a body of work.
Mike Winters aged 82 part of the classic post war comedy duo with his brother Bernie
Just heard on Newsnight of the death of Scottish expressionist painter John Bellany.
http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/local-national/northern-ireland/poet-seamus-heaney-dies-29539125.html
Quote from: johnnystress on 30 August, 2013, 11:23:09 AM
http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/local-national/northern-ireland/poet-seamus-heaney-dies-29539125.html
Bah.
"And now the youth was to enter the line of battle with his lord..." RIP Seamus Heaney
R.I.P the mighty David Frost! :(
Coincidentally
http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2013/aug/31/tvod-through-the-keyhole-keith-lemon (http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2013/aug/31/tvod-through-the-keyhole-keith-lemon)
Quote from: Steve Green on 01 September, 2013, 11:35:09 AM
Coincidentally
http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2013/aug/31/tvod-through-the-keyhole-keith-lemon (http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2013/aug/31/tvod-through-the-keyhole-keith-lemon)
That's some substitute!
Maybe we can expect Keith Lemon interviewing Barak Obama in relation to the conflict in Syria for ITN at some point!
It was probably the shock of Keith Lemon taking over his middle class TV game what did it
Quote from: Steve Green on 01 September, 2013, 11:35:09 AM
Coincidentally
http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2013/aug/31/tvod-through-the-keyhole-keith-lemon (http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2013/aug/31/tvod-through-the-keyhole-keith-lemon)
As Keith didnt rename the show 'Through the Bumhole', im guessing it has a teatime/early evening slot...
Very sad to hear Frost has died. A massive figure in broadcasting. RIP.
It's just been on the news that broadcaster David Jacobs has died, he was 87.
Stew.
Charles Stross has just tweeted that Frederik Pohl has died.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 02 September, 2013, 10:30:51 PM
Charles Stross has just tweeted that Frederik Pohl has died.
That's a shame - I guess he must have been getting on a bit.
I've been meaning to read Man Plus again for ages.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 02 September, 2013, 10:30:51 PM
Charles Stross has just tweeted that Frederik Pohl has died.
Fuck.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 02 September, 2013, 10:30:51 PM
Charles Stross has just tweeted that Frederik Pohl has died.
Damn. Not unexpected (he was, after all, 93) but nevertheless dreaded.
Tommy Morrison of Rocky V, 44.
(http://img2.timeinc.net/ew/i/2013/09/02/Tommy-Morrison-Rocky-V.jpg)
Ken Wallis, pilot of Little Nellie (the autogyro) in the Bond film You Only Live Twice, has died aged 97
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ken_Wallis
Wing Commander Wallis was part of the Silver Jubilee celebrations on the base I lived on in 1977. He flew his Autogyro, obviously. He was a member of the flying club on the base, quite popular. I never said a word to him obviously, I was 9 years old and the son of an NCO... He was a retired Wing Commander. Probably all my Dad ever said to him was 'Yes, Sir.'
Hitlers bodyguard.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-23989454
Quote from: Goaty on 03 September, 2013, 09:53:35 AM
Tommy Morrison of Rocky V, 44.
(http://img2.timeinc.net/ew/i/2013/09/02/Tommy-Morrison-Rocky-V.jpg)
:-( I just watched this again the other day - it's a lot better than I remembered (except the end had clearly been changed because all the plot threads lead to Rocky dying)
Army colonel who commanded Bloody Sunday troops is second ex-Para to be killed in Kenya within a fortnight after being shot dead by robbers while visiting his son (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2415448/Ex-colonel-commanded-paratroopers-Bloody-Sunday-shot-dead-robber-Nairobi.html)
RIP Cal Worthington....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOsLdT4slsk
Ray Dolby Who Pioneered Surround Sound Dies (http://news.sky.com/story/1141017/ray-dolby-who-pioneered-surround-sound-dies)
Brian Sollitt (http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/inventor-after-eight-dinner-mint-2268298) the man who gave us After Eights, Matchmakers, Yorkies, Drifters and Lion Bars has died
Ken Norton aged 70.
He broke Muhammad Ali's jaw in one of their fights.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 19 September, 2013, 02:09:05 AM
Ken Norton aged 70.
He broke Muhammad Ali's jaw in one of their fights.
Aw, R.I.P fella. :(
On this day in 1986 the world Lost a great (arguably the greatest) bassist. R.I.P Cliff Burton.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_wGFfrJv4Y
V
Tom Clancy: http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/music-arts/author-tom-clancy-dead-66-article-1.1473782
Tom Clancy: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-24372224 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-24372224)
Tom Clancy http://www.theverge.com/2013/10/2/4794572/author-tom-clancy-dead-at-age-66
Let's keep this going.
Can anyone recommend a Tom Clancy book? I've played a ton of the Clancy universe games but never an actual novel.
QuoteCan anyone recommend a Tom Clancy book?
Not really no. Not unless you like your fiction really right wing and occasionally racist.
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/10/02/hunt-for-red-october-author-tom-clancy-passes-away/
Tom Clancy. I hear if you say his name three times he manifests on the material plain and starts trying to shag Winona Ryder.
Quote from: sauchie on 02 October, 2013, 05:21:20 PM
Tom Clancy. I hear if you say his name three times he manifests on the material plain and starts trying to shag Winona Ryder.
Only if you're looking into a mirror.
Surprised there's been no mention of Tom Clancy yet. Someone should, y'know, put up a link or something.
Yo! Tom Clancy's dead!
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 02 October, 2013, 04:41:43 PM
QuoteCan anyone recommend a Tom Clancy book?
Not really no. Not unless you like your fiction really right wing and occasionally racist.
And to think I was put off by their length. I swear I once saw one of his books in a charity shop and it took up most of the shelf.
Quote from: sheldipez on 02 October, 2013, 05:58:35 PM
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 02 October, 2013, 04:41:43 PM
QuoteCan anyone recommend a Tom Clancy book?
Not really no. Not unless you like your fiction really right wing and occasionally racist.
And to think I was put off by their length. I swear I once saw one of his books in a charity shop and it took up most of the shelf.
That's a good place to keep them. Mind you they make good sofa/chair props if they've got a broken leg.
Ah for all the huge political and literary shortcomings, some of Clancy's Jack Ryan stuff is very entertaining, if you like the odd dip into the mil-porn-thriller genre.
Hunt for Red October is a solid Cold War yarn, and Sum of All Fears is a pretty fun read, I particularly enjoyed the silliness of the Vatican's Swiss Guards patrolling Jerusalem, and Clancy writes a good low-yield nuke detonation, although the ending is pretty bizarre (although not as bizarre as the ending to Clear And Present Danger). Patriot Games (chronologically the first Ryan book, detailing how Jack ends up working with the CIA) I wouldn't touch with a complete stranger's bargepole: it's worse than the pretty terrible film.
So, nobody's heard that Tom Clancy has died?
Seems as good a time as any to dig up this old Get Your War On favourite.
(http://mnftiu.cc/blog/images/war.012.gif)
I have Rainbow six still on my shelf waiting to be read. It has been there for about three years. The thickness does kind of put me off.
V
Tom Clancy.
Yeah, what about him?
Quote from: vzzbux on 02 October, 2013, 09:22:37 PM
I have Rainbow six still on my shelf waiting to be read. It has been there for about three years. The thickness does kind of put me off.
V
bin it, save yourself!!
Quote from: Proudhuff on 03 October, 2013, 02:42:08 PM
Quote from: vzzbux on 02 October, 2013, 09:22:37 PM
I have Rainbow six still on my shelf waiting to be read. It has been there for about three years. The thickness does kind of put me off.
V
bin it, save yourself!!
Wise words, 'Huff, wise words.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 03 October, 2013, 08:04:05 AM
Tom Clancy.
Aw hell no! :o
One of the great Hammer directors and all! A tragic loss, RIP.
Yes, 65 is no age at all... :(
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 03 October, 2013, 03:34:45 PM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 03 October, 2013, 08:04:05 AM
Tom Clancy.
Aw hell no! :o
One of the great Hammer directors and all! A tragic loss, RIP.
Ipad fucking up my post again. Tom was never a Hammer director, he was a thriller writer. How does this piece of shit make a jump like that? >:(
Back on track, a reread of The Hunt for Red October might be called for.
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 03 October, 2013, 05:30:54 PM
Ipad fucking up my post again. Tom was never a Hammer director...
I'd have kept schtum if I were you Hawk, I just thought you were being extremely witty!
Quote from: TordelBack on 03 October, 2013, 06:46:59 PM
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 03 October, 2013, 05:30:54 PM
Ipad fucking up my post again. Tom was never a Hammer director...
I'd have kept schtum if I were you Hawk, I just thought you were being extremely witty!
Nah, Ipad seemed to think "Hammer" id and acceptable replacement for "Thriller" and "Director" to "Writer". Maybe I was spelling them wrong in the first place, I dunno.
Philip Chevron from out of The Pogues (http://www.theguardian.com/music/2013/oct/08/pogues-guitarist-philip-chevron-dies). I didn't realise he'd been in The Radiators before that.
Long term Squaxx will, of course, recall that said band's supposed rivalry with Bob Geldof & co provided the names for the competing teams who formed the backdrop to Judge Dekker's first case.
Tom Clancy :(
http://edition.cnn.com/2013/10/02/us/tom-clancy-obit/ (http://edition.cnn.com/2013/10/02/us/tom-clancy-obit/)
Quote from: radiator on 08 October, 2013, 09:53:27 PM
Tom Clancy :(
http://edition.cnn.com/2013/10/02/us/tom-clancy-obit/ (http://edition.cnn.com/2013/10/02/us/tom-clancy-obit/)
Are you trolling, or...? It's hard to tell after the previous two pages. :o
Tom Clancy has died again?! oh no! Why did no-one tell me?!
Quote from: The Cosh on 08 October, 2013, 08:10:17 PM
Long term Squaxx will, of course, recall that said band's supposed rivalry with Bob Geldof & co provided the names for the competing teams who formed the backdrop to Judge Dekker's first case.
And Dave's first public success as a tipster.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 09 October, 2013, 07:16:25 AM
Tom Clancy has died again?!
We're going to have a gay old time here when George A Romero shuffles off this mortal coil. Mark Chopper (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=rnLlHDpRvxQ#t=7) Read, at the age of 58, due to liver cancer. After God struck him down with that affliction, He apparently adopted a conciliatory tone and addressed Chopper as 'Mate'.
I ONLY KILLED FOUR PEOPLE (http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/nation/mark-brandon-chopper-read-dies-from-liver-cancer-aged-58/story-e6frg6nf-1226735612299)
Actor & comedian Felix Dexter
Quote from: rogue69 on 19 October, 2013, 11:29:17 AM
Actor & comedian Felix Dexter
What? How? I'm really shocked to hear about it. He seemed likea great guy, I loved his comedic turns in Vaughan's films.
Oh shit, I got him mixed up with someone else. My bad. A great loss nonetheless. I remember him from The Bill and Casualty. Seemed like a top guy.
R.I.P
Quote from: rogue69 on 19 October, 2013, 11:29:17 AM
Actor & comedian Felix Dexter
I heard this last night. A great loss to the world of comedy. His work on the Real McCoy in the 1990s was some amazing and very influential to many other character comedians. The Real McCoy has never been re-shown or repeated by the BBC for some reason, but there is some of it on Youtube.
A great shame. Dexter played Saffy's husband in Ab fab. He also played several brilliant characters on Paul Whitehouse' s Down The Line, on radio 4 and on TV.
Hard to say how much I rate him, Dexter's stuff being pretty much limited to what I saw him do for THE REAL McCOY. I caught only a couple of episodes after Curtis and Ishmael left, by which time the show seemed more intent on being crowd-pleasing than funny.
You know I was hoping that this news WASN'T true. It was all over Twitter last night but it only came from one source so there were doubts.
A great shame.
Quote from: rogue69 on 19 October, 2013, 11:29:17 AM
Actor & comedian Felix Dexter
At first i thought this was the chap from
Press Gang, amongst other stuff.
But a quick google put me straight.
Dont think i caught that much of his stuff, but i did catch him on the Fast Show. And anything to do with the Fast Show is pure Gold, imo.
R.I.P, Mr Dexter.
For anyone who knows of him but has not seen his stuff:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgyEOctCsf0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SEvhZ1_n9U
I'm pretty sure I saw him in Citizen Khan last night.
Quote from: Judge Jack on 19 October, 2013, 07:16:15 PM
Dont think i caught that much of his stuff, but i did catch him on the Fast Show. And anything to do with the Fast Show is pure Gold, imo.
R.I.P, Mr Dexter.
I suspect that a number of people around the Internet (myself included) are confusing him with Colin McFarlane, who was a regular on the
Fast Show. Felix Dexter did make a fleeting appearance in the show, but it was for a single sketch. Both very talented men, though. RIP Mr Dexter.
Lou Scheimer, 84. His company Filmation produced Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids, Star Trek: The Animated Series, He-Man and Masters of the Universe, and others.
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/22/business/media/lou-scheimer-tv-cartoon-producer-dies-at-84.html?_r=1& (http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/22/business/media/lou-scheimer-tv-cartoon-producer-dies-at-84.html?_r=1&)
Quote from: von Boom on 23 October, 2013, 07:35:58 PM
Lou Scheimer, 84. His company Filmation produced Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids, Star Trek: The Animated Series, He-Man and Masters of the Universe, and others.
His work is
de rigeur for my students -- the nadir of bargain-basement limited-cel TV animation, gleefully stamping the cartoon ration card of 1970s & '80s kids until the prosperity of the computer-assisted era. Lou Scheimer and Norm Prescott, with your rotating logo -- we salute you!
I used to love filmation stuff - I've just bought the Star Trek animated series box set - great stuff.
Do you really mean nadir? I can think of a lot worse.
Kadir Nurman aged 80 the man given credit for inventing the Donar Kebab
The cause of death wasnt food poisoning, or a heart attack was it?
Quote from: Judge Jack on 26 October, 2013, 07:11:30 PM
The cause of death wasnt food poisoning, or a heart attack was it?
Ha! Beat me to it.
Mind you, he lived until 80, so maybe they're not as unhealthy as previously thought..?
That'll be my excuse tonight anyway.
Marcia Wallace of many voices in The Simpsons.
Quote from: Goaty on 26 October, 2013, 07:26:46 PM
Marcia Wallace of many voices in The Simpsons.
Sad. They're retiring her character.
http://variety.com/2013/tv/news/marcia-wallace-star-of-the-bob-newhart-show-and-voice-of-mrs-krabappel-dies-at-71-1200764197/
Lou Reed RIP
http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/lou-reed-velvet-underground-leader-and-rock-pioneer-dead-at-71-20131027 (http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/lou-reed-velvet-underground-leader-and-rock-pioneer-dead-at-71-20131027)
Aw, fuck.
Damn, that's put a dampener on my day
shit
Quote from: esoteric ed on 27 October, 2013, 05:37:14 PM
Lou Reed RIP
That's hardly unexpected, but difficult to take in all the same. That's one of the true giants gone, and he was involved in making more of the music that defined that era than folk who sold ten times as many records.
Looking at his age, the next decade or so is going to be a holocaust of the people who determined what music could be for a previous generation. He was, by all accounts, a sometimes willfully difficult character, but he made so much beautiful music - like Pale Blue Eyes (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-Vy4VRRO30) and Sweet Jane (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkumhBVPGdg) - that it's difficult to single out one tune. Even so, I know there's one particular piece of music he'd love to think of everyone listening to at this time:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-Vy4VRRO30
I hadnt realised he been ill? Or wasnt in the best of health, so this news has stopped me in my tracks
He was one of those artists that just always seemed to be about. And looking pretty much the same as he did in the 60's.
But thats a great quote from him in that Rolling Stone link
"One chord is fine," he once said, alluding to his bare-bones guitar style. "Two chords are pushing it. Three chords and you're into jazz."
Quote from: Judge Jack on 27 October, 2013, 06:13:58 PM
looking pretty much the same as he did in the 60's.
Like Jagger and Iggy Pop, he had a face like a monkey's ball sack; but they all stayed skinny, kept a good head of hair and didn't change they way they dressed.
That is a shame. Perfect Day is probably sneered at by "proper" Reed fans but I have fond memories of it, and suspect the PS4 ad might have got him a bit of a push with the yoots.
/Simon Cowell buys the rights to Perfect Day for a Xmas release.
Ah bollocks.
Quote from: Professor Vundabar K Werewolf on 27 October, 2013, 06:20:07 PM
/Simon Cowell buys the rights to Perfect Day for a Xmas release.
He already has a version in his "stable", done by Susan Boyle of all people. So expect a release anytime now.
Well that's crap. Great talent gone.
Damn.
Quote from: sauchie on 27 October, 2013, 06:07:45 PM
Even so, I know there's one particular piece of music he'd love to think of everyone listening to at this time:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-Vy4VRRO30
For all his turtle-headedness - and like all ginormous talents - he continued to pump out great tunes along with more wrong-headed efforts (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LWtb621DRg).
Really sad to hear about Lou Reed.
I went to a few of his gigs over the years and each one was very special.
His album, Magic & Loss, affects me emotionally like no other album I have ever heard. If you know the subject matter behind it you might understand why.
He also wrote my favourite song of all time, Perfect Day, as well as many, many classics. I've been a huge fan of his for years including his Velvet Underground years as well as his solo work. A true rock legend is lost.
Farewell Lou.
Another rock legend gone. Reed' s work was sublime, pre-dating punk with his gritty and less than glamourous portrayals of late 60's/early 70's life in New York. Goodnight Ladies indeed.
RIP Lou Reed. Another boyhood hero gone. Not many left now. Keep breathing Bowie, keep breathing!!
Quote from: Old Tankie on 28 October, 2013, 08:35:28 AM
RIP Lou Reed. Another boyhood hero gone. Not many left now. Keep breathing Bowie, keep breathing!!
I don't even want to think about Dave passing...
The live versions of SWEET JANE and HEROIN are just about two of my favourite things ever.
Here's hoping that somebody does a celebration album for him that's as awesome as the one he and John Cale did for Warhol (SONGS FOR DRELLA).
Despite the fact it's not exactly world-changing, One of my favourite lyrics remains :
I took my GPZ out for a ride the engine felt good between my thighs
The air felt cool, it's was forty degrees outside
I rode to Pennsylvania near the Delaware Gap
Sometimes I got lost and had to check my map...
from New Sensations
Though I'm still annoyed that he once rhymed "blade" with "blade".
Caught between the twisted stars,
The plotted lines,
The faulty map,
That brought Columbus to New York,
Betwixt between the East and West
He calls on her wearing a leather vest
The earth squeals and shudders to a halt.
While I prefer other Reed stuff these days, and The Velvet Underground & Nico's 'Heroin' in particular, New York was about my favourite album of all time when I was 17, a C90 backed with Elvis Costello's Armed Forces endlessly re-wound with a biro as I sat in the park trying to teach myself to draw by sketching seagulls in flight, and barely audible above the industrial hoover as I worked my mind-numbing evening cleaning shift.
The perfume burned his eyes
Holding tightly to her thighs
And something flickered for a minute
And then it vanished and was gone.
New York remains a masterpiece, IMO. that is not usually a popular thing to say.
Lou Reed died the day I was painting this on a pub window, so I gave him a headstone. (It was a spur of the moment thing - it didn't occur to me till later not to put a cross on a Jewish guy's grave.)
(http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r153/brnwlsh/zombiedance.jpg)
Treat as a signature: "Jayzus was 'ere" sort of thing. Very nice work, BTW.
That's pretty cool Jayses.
Where's the pub?
Thanks! It's Lafayette in Dublin, where Westmoreland St in Dublin leads onto O'Connell Bridge. Hope Lou doesn't mind the undead drinking and dancing on his Christian grave.
EDIT: I've just got TB's joke :lol:
EDIT 2: You will see the Lord Weird Slough Feg pouring himself a glass of wine on the next window along. I've name-checked the Biz on it; I'm not going to rip someone off without acknowledging the fact
Cool, I'm actually heading into Dublin tonight (won tics to the premiere of 'Gravity' in the Savoy), so will do a drive-by / stop-off at Lafayette!
Nice one! There are also zombie pirates and sexy witches if they're any use to you
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 30 October, 2013, 11:09:48 AM
EDIT: I've just got TB's joke :lol:
If you were running scared of Warner Bros legal department, I don't think you'll be wanting to infringe the Vatican's copyright. Brilliant work,
Jayzus; the black ghosted images of shop fronts in the glass add to the spookiness of your tableaux.
Thanks, Sauchie! I'll post a few more of them on the art thread later when I correct the mistakes on Photoshop transfer them to my computer.
Two old hands have gone today;
Nigel Davenport, British character actor (and father of actor Jack), at 85
Graham Stark, comedy character actor and friend of Peter Sellers, 91 (met him once, lovely fella)
:(
Quote from: TordelBack on 28 October, 2013, 01:39:48 PMWhile I prefer other Reed stuff these days, and The Velvet Underground & Nico's 'Heroin' in particular, New York was about my favourite album of all time when I was 17
I hadn't listened to that album for years until you posted this. It's still pretty great. I remember my dad buying it and being annoyed that it was too long to fit on one side of a tape for listening on my Walkman.
Just read about the passing of Nick Cardy at 93.
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/11/03/nick-cardy-legendary-comic-artist-passes-away-at-93/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/11/03/nick-cardy-legendary-comic-artist-passes-away-at-93/)
A massively under recognised artist. His work on Bat Lash was just sublime and was among my favourite of all time. He was an astonishing cover artist too, just look at these Aquaman covers
http://www.comics.org/series/1488/covers/ (http://www.comics.org/series/1488/covers/)
He's rarely talked about with alongside the likes of John Buscema, Gil Kane and Joe Kubert and I've never known why as he really was of that level.
Another great leaves us after what I understand was a good life.
At the grand old age of 94, Doris Lessing (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-24979129). I think I shall make another attempt on The Golden Notebook in memoriam.
Just hear that The Professionals legend Lewis Collins (67) has died. If true I'm going to nick the car and drive it into a load of cardboard boxes in tribute.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25135934
RIP Bodie, you'll always be remembered!!!! :(
I'm gutted by this. Thanks for taking the sting out of it Goaty. My thoughts are with his family.
Martin Shaw's tribute was very formal and functional.
Guess they didn't keep in contact.
In about 79-80 my friend Iain Tobin and I followed Lewis Collins around Ricemans of Canterbury department store pestering him with questions when he was there on some celeb promotion thing.
The manager eventually asked us to leave and escorted us out.
RIP Mr Collins, you were a major hero to me at 9.
I was a huge fan of the Professionals when I was a kid. But I find I'm more upset by the death of Brian Griffin - does this make me a bad person? :(
I was a big fan of the Professionals as well. A lot of it was filmed in my neighbourhood. One episode has sequences filmed on the road where I am living at the moment and in my junior school. My sister was one of the goody goody school kids selected as extras and she can be seen walking away fron the camera up the stairs in the background. I keep on meaning to see if that episode is online and doing a screen grab.
The Professionals repeating on ITV4.
Quote from: Dunk! on 28 November, 2013, 02:09:48 PM
Martin Shaw's tribute was very formal and functional.
Guess they didn't keep in contact.
Think they had a bit of a falling out in regards to allowing repeats of the Professionals. Lewis was in favour, Martin wasn't.
But sad news. And blimey - 67?? Would never have thought he was that old.
Used to watch the Professionals back in the day, but was never that keen. Catching a few recently on ITV4, and they was good fun. Must watch some more.
And of course, Who Dares Wins is just aces
RIP Mr Collins.
Big fan of the pros.sorry to see you go mr Collins. Rest in peace.
I had a chat with my sister last night and we spoke about the episode of the Professionals that she appeared in (very briefly). On the day they were filming in our junior school she had lunch with Lewis Collins and Martin Shaw. She'd have been about nine or ten years old. She remembers how friendly Lewis Collins was.
I had a look online and did this screen grab. That's sis going up the stairs.
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x141/mycenaean/Various/Professionals_zps14d90391.png) (http://s180.photobucket.com/user/mycenaean/media/Various/Professionals_zps14d90391.png.html)
I once had a felt tip drawing proudly displayed at the top of those stairs of a robot based on the Smash instant mash robots (the eldsters will know what I am on about).
There is one scene in that episode where you can see the house I am sitting in right now.
Variety have said that Paul Walker of the Fast and Furious films has died in a car crash!
Man the outpourings of grief for Paul Walker by some of MY mates on Facebook are ridiculous! Yes it's sad and all The Fast and the Furious is hardly amazing cinema and he wasn't really in anything else.
Mental!
My son loves those films, they've given him hours n hours of joy over the years. That is what a film is for after all, entertainment.
Granted to me they are take-or-leave I wouldn't switch channel to watch but might not switch to avoid.
But my boy is 19... fast car films are aimed at kids and petrol-heads. He was counting down to FF6 release & as soon as he'd seen it wanted to know when FF7 was due. He got his sequels...
I'm seeing a lot of people basically saying "you're not ALLOWED to feel bad about Paul Walker" sure he's a relatively minor actor and worse things happen every day (for example how many people knew that a Latvian supermarket roof collapsed killing 50 people the other week, which has resulted in the resignation of the prime minister and four days of national grief were they showed no adverts on TV as a mark of respect to the victims?) - but people can feel what the want about it! A celebrity is a familiar face and it's common to feel a sense of loss knowing that face won't be seen to get old.
I'm slightly disappointed that there wasn't quite such a smug vocal rebuff of those who choose to publicly grieve someone they like when Thatcher fell off her perch, but if I was going to make dickish comments about this event, it'd likely be more to do with asking what God's playing at that of all the cast members of F&F to take to the racetrack in the sky, he chooses the one that isn't a serial drunk driver - and to add insult takes him in the middle of a charitable work.
I hate car culture - and this is why - but those were some of my favorite movies of the last decade and it's telling that the most unloved entry in the series was the one that didn't feature Walker's character. Really saddened by this.
To be honest, I'm more interested to read that actress Jean Kent has died at the age of 92. She was in the films The Prince and the Showgirl and The Browning Version, not to mention TV shows Up Pompeii and Lovejoy. At least I've seen those; I've never sat through a Fast & Furious film and have no intention of doing so.
Paul walker.
I thought it was an internet hoax. I mean F&F star dies in car crash?
What are the odds.
Saw on this thread the actor of the professionals died, 67 no age is it, though I feel old thinking about him being 67
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 01 December, 2013, 01:05:23 PM
I'm seeing a lot of people basically saying "you're not ALLOWED to feel bad about Paul Walker" sure he's a relatively minor actor and worse things happen every day (for example how many people knew that a Latvian supermarket roof collapsed killing 50 people the other week, which has resulted in the resignation of the prime minister and four days of national grief were they showed no adverts on TV as a mark of respect to the victims?) - but people can feel what the want about it! A celebrity is a familiar face and it's common to feel a sense of loss knowing that face won't be seen to get old.
I've seen posts from some people (now blocked, it was a last straw kind of situation) expressing actual glee and posting jokes about it. Whether you liked the guy's movies or not a man still died (and on the way to a charity event no less). Sure, celebrity deaths get way more attention than a ton of awful things that happen every day which deserve wider coverage, but I think that can bring out the worst in some people when a celeb does die.
Personally I only got into F&F very recently when someone urged me to get the boxset. Have watched the first 2 so far and they're great fun, big brash noisy entertainment, and perfect for scratching a very particular occasional itch. He comes across as really likeable in them and seemed to take a lot of joy in the whole thing, so despite being a F&F noob I still felt a bit of a gutpunch reading the headline. A sad day.
Oh, I just realised I never specified that it was Facebook I was seeing the posts, not here. Everyone here is lovely of course.
Junior Murvin :(
Graphic artist and Oz magazine founder, Martin Sharp. Oz was overflowing with innovative and fun graphic art....and now and again some R. Crumb too. It also tested the bounds of decency in the eyes of the law...
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/art/art-news/10487613/Martin-Sharp-psychedelic-artist-and-Oz-magazine-founder-dies.html
Quote from: ming on 03 December, 2013, 09:57:43 AM
Junior Murvin :(
Aww, sorry to see that. I once shared a house where a crackly cassette copy of the Police & Thieves album was on almost continuous loop. So much good stuff on there.
Aye, sad news. Was first turned onto Junior Murvin via the Clash's version of Police and Thieves.
Good times discovering music like this.
RIP J.M
News just breaking that Nelson Mandela has passed away.... :(
RIP Nelson Mandela. :(
RIP Nelson Mandela, "After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more hills to climb."
Aye, not unexpected by still very sad news. RIP Mr Mandela.
I was listening to a late evening, phone-in radio show - one of several guilty pleasures - when the host interrupted the show to announce Mandela's death.
The item under discussion was by way of an interview with some pond-life primate and her defence of her vicious scumbag of a boyfriend, who liked to go around mugging people.
What a strange world we live in, I thought. On the one hand, we had these two wankers who had absolutely nothing to offer the world and without whom society would be infinitely better off. And then we have the sad passing of such a great and influential leader as Nelson Mandela, who did so much to free those struggling under Apartheid and who will be deeply missed by so many.
Can't really add anything else except RIP Nelson Mandela.
Quote from: paddykafka on 06 December, 2013, 02:13:14 PM
What a strange world we live in, I thought. On the one hand, we had these two wankers who had absolutely nothing to offer the world and without whom society would be infinitely better off. And then we have the sad passing of such a great and influential leader as Nelson Mandela.
And yet Mandela would likely have it that they were no worse or better than him. The easiest way to honour his memory is to stop seeing others as unequal. Hatred does more damage to the hater than the hated.
"People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite"
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 06 December, 2013, 02:48:57 PM
"People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite"
This with brass knobs on it.
Similarly, I'm always amazed when people have a "trial separation" when relationship is in trouble. No, you dozy fuckers, have a "Trial Stick Together" - learn to love again.
Quote from: Tiplodocus on 06 December, 2013, 03:52:14 PM
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 06 December, 2013, 02:48:57 PM
"People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite"
This with brass knobs on it.
Similarly, I'm always amazed when people have a "trial separation" when relationship is in trouble. No, you dozy fuckers, have a "Trial Stick Together" - learn to love again.
Easier said than done if one of those persons has no intent to reconcile... But then, I was the dozy fucker that wanted to stick together.
Fully agree with the quote that Mr Crazy Fox Machine used though. Treat folk like you wanted to be treated n the whole thing works better.
Stan Tracey.
http://m.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25272088 (http://m.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25272088)
Another Legend in his own way.
Colin Wilson.
Not that one, the other one...
http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/opinion/obituaries/article3942211.ece (http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/opinion/obituaries/article3942211.ece)
Eleanor Parker at 91.
She played The Baroness in The Sound of Music.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25314214 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25314214)
Peter O'Toole
I got him drawn in the front of my copy of the marvellous Hellraisers. He was a proper bounder and a true chap.
(http://www.creativereview.co.uk/images/uploads/2011/11/hellraisers_pg133_0.jpg)
Oh no... :'(
Peter O'Toole was one of the true greats of cinema. I remember being captivated by him in his magnificent performance in Lawrence of Arabia, and he was the most handsome actor I had ever seen. Who can forget those iconic scenes of him in the desert on his dromedary, with Maurice Jarre's music swelling to a earth shattering crescendo? It was the cinematic equivalent of ecstacy.
One thing is clear, Peter O'Toole has cemented his place as a true Icon of cinema.
Boy will I miss him
"I'm not hurt at all. Didn't you know? They can only kill me with a golden bullet"
R.I.P Peter O'Toole.
Had the great pleasure of working with him on a zurich insurance ad back in 2005 I think, for the rugby....and he was an absolute gent. When I started laughing as the camera man went up in flames due to an effect gone wrong, I got dirty looks from many.....till they noticed he was laughing too!!
http://uk.adforum.com/creative-work/ad/player/21093
Sorry about this bit one, I mistakenly thought it was mentioned here before: Charles Griggs, Dandy artist, worked on Korky the Cat for 22 years.
Aye RIP Mr O'Toole.
Lawrence of Arabia will get all the mentions, but my personal favourite film of his? Got to be Murphy's War.
Only just watched it again the other week too!! Absolutely agree, its Murphy's or 'The Night Of the Generals', bloody cracking films!
He pulled of a brilliant performance (seemingly against his better judgement) in Caligula also. A gem of cinema.
Bah.
My Favourite Year
IIRC
Peter O' Toole ends up in the ladies and is interrupted as a woman comes in.
Woman: "Excuse me, but this is for the ladies."
O' Toole: "Yes, Madame. And so is THIS. But occassionally, I have to run a little water through it".
I see Joan Fontaine has died today - the only person to ever win an oscar for a Hitchcock film, trivia fans!
Peter O'Toole was one of my favourite actors. He will be truly missed. RIP.
Anyone here seen Venus starring Peter O'Toole and Leslie Philips? They were both magnificent in it.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0489327/?ref_=nm_flmg_act_13
Ronnie Biggs:
No Biggie (http://news.sky.com/story/1183948/ronnie-biggs-has-died-aged-84)
It'd be great if we all got to live as long as we liked, and every death leaves others' lives poorer, so I'm never comfortable with satisfaction over anyone's passing. But if people have to die today, it's no worse that the tally includes someone who became a celebrity for his actions as an avaricious thug. Better he be forgotten entirely.
David Coleman. Used to love 'Question of Sport' back when he did it. :(
I mentioned JAKe of Hellraisers fame when O'Toole died - seems he's done a graphic obituary for the Observer :D
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BcFyKzfCEAEd8fR.jpg)
Mikhail Kalashnikov inventor of one the worlds most formidable assault rifles.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-25497013
I wonder if his estate will finally admit he nicked the basic design from the STG-44. ;)
Although saying that, he sure as shit made a lot of improvements!
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 23 December, 2013, 05:41:57 PM
Mikhail Kalashnikov inventor of one the worlds most formidable assault rifles.
"When you absolutely, positively gotta kill every motherfucker in the room..."
Cheers
Jim
Just heard that Jose Ortiz has passed. Heard it on Twitter, no further details.
Some nice pages being shared in homage. I loved The Tower King and The House of Daemon in Eagle (reboot) and in 2000AD Heklltrekkers and Rogue Trooper.
Ah feck. Sad news. :'(
That is sad news. Ortiz at his best was truly magnificent. The Tube Rats swarming up the escalators in The Tower King was one of those images that has haunted me for decades.
Another one of my faves is gone and he drew one of the original prototype influences for Dredd. The Thirteenth Floor was the best in modern comic horror.
Bugger :(
In midst of cataloguing/organising the collection and The Tower King, etc. from Eagle will be reread soon. Just love his b & w art.
His Eagle art was fantastic. I'm off to my folks on Boxing Day and my Dad has a complete collection - I feel a re-read coming on (and it will keep me quiet for a couple of hours!)
I've said here before I'm a big fan of Jose Ortiz art a very unappreciated artist. Lovely dynamic, expressive style. He's left much for us to enjoy.
Aw man, such a shame. His art is just ingrained in my memory - the Rogue Trooper 'Pincer movement!' panel, the folk in quicksand or being attacked by goblins in Thirteenth Floor, etc etc. So many happy comic reads thanks to Mr Ortiz. I'll raise a glass to him tonight.
Didn't Senor Ortiz illustrate the Dredd story in which a scientist brought Jack the Ripper through time to MC-1??
Night of the Ripper, Prog 517.
filippo
RIP José Ortiz
I raised a glass to him when I found out. I can honestly say I felt like I had lost a family member when I heard.
One of my all time favourite artists.
The wife was greeted with some sad news this morning,
Just a couple of years ago a good friend of hers killed himself just before Christmas. His brother went missing hiking in NZ on the same date this year and has now been found dead... Absolutely tragic.
http://m.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-25524732. RIP
Really sorry to hear that, Fishy.
I was saddened by the news of Jose Ortiz, but to lose someone you know personally at this time of year must be dreadful. Hope you and the wife are coping okay.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 27 December, 2013, 12:26:36 PM
Really sorry to hear that, Fishy.
I was saddened by the news of Jose Ortiz, but to lose someone you know personally at this time of year must be dreadful. Hope you and the wife are coping okay.
Thanks Jayz. I must admit I didn't really know him. I knew and worked with Duncan (his brother) who'd know Helen for years being a close friend of her first hubby (and they became good friends from thereon) but his brother had been away in the navy all the time I'd known him
Helen was certainly shocked this morning and sad. Just so sad for the Mum and Dad, both sons gone in their 40's. Never right is it.
QuoteNever right is it.
No, it really shouldn't happen to any parent. Life's a bitch sometimes.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 27 December, 2013, 05:04:01 PM
QuoteNever right is it.
No, it really shouldn't happen to any parent. Life's a bitch sometimes.
Sure is.
RIP to my Gran, who passed away Monday at the ripe old age of 101. She missed the Titanic by a few months but nonethless lived through some momentous events. Her father served in the Great War at only 19 years of age and died the year after the armistice suffering badly from shellshock; her husband served in the RAF in the next war, and she had sons in the Army of Occupation in Berlin in the late '40s and some 40 years after that the Falklands war. She often talked about standing in her front doorway holding my newborn aunt Anne in her arms staring at the red glow in the sky as the Luftwaffe bombed Southampton 13 miles away, and the wind from the bombing blew the hem of her nightdress around her legs. She was married and settled with several children before my other Gran had even been born, and there isn't even much of an age gap between my parents! Impressive stuff, and even at the age of 100 she was still living alone in her terrace, climbing the stairs to bed every night - her vision was 20/20 and only her hearing really seemed to be suffering with age. She had such an iron constituton she could have gone on for years yet, but I think she'd simply decided enough was enough.
Sorry to hear that DJ. I always found listening to older relatives stories about historical events very grounding. Just to hear what these people did, while the big story unfolded around is quite fascinating. Glad to hear she was still independent, right to the end!
Sorry about your Gran, Jimbo, no matter how long we have them it's never long enough. An impressive life though: it seems like she was the same age as my Nana, and she died an old lady more than 20 years ago!
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 28 December, 2013, 03:22:28 PM
RIP to my Gran, who passed away Monday at the ripe old age of 101. She missed the Titanic by a few months but nonethless lived through some momentous events. Her father served in the Great War at only 19 years of age and died the year after the armistice suffering badly from shellshock; her husband served in the RAF in the next war, and she had sons in the Army of Occupation in Berlin in the late '40s and some 40 years after that the Falklands war. She often talked about standing in her front doorway holding my newborn aunt Anne in her arms staring at the red glow in the sky as the Luftwaffe bombed Southampton 13 miles away, and the wind from the bombing blew the hem of her nightdress around her legs. She was married and settled with several children before my other Gran had even been born, and there isn't even much of an age gap between my parents! Impressive stuff, and even at the age of 100 she was still living alone in her terrace, climbing the stairs to bed every night - her vision was 20/20 and only her hearing really seemed to be suffering with age. She had such an iron constituton she could have gone on for years yet, but I think she'd simply decided enough was enough.
This, is the most moving post of the past year. RIP to a truly impressive woman!!!!
Sorry to hear that Jimbo, but 101 with all her faculties, add that to what else you say and that's one hell of an innings.
Hope her send off is a celebration as much as a mourning.
Dunk!
My sympathies, Dark Jimbo.
All those that go before us make the world what it is,
Some affect the grand stage, some the small stage,
All those that go before us make us what we are,
What they did and how they lived bring us to this age.
RIP to your gran Jimbo. What a life. Amazing.
Really sorry to hear that, Jimbo. Hats off to your Gran though, sounds like a true legend.
Sad to hear about your gran DJ. She sounds like an impressive woman. Sympathies to you and your family.
Sad news indeed Jumbo. It's always hard to lose someone who has always been there. She sounded like a great lady.
Quote from: Bat King on 28 December, 2013, 06:11:42 PM
My sympathies, Dark Jimbo.
All those that go before us make the world what it is,
Some affect the grand stage, some the small stage,
All those that go before us make us what we are,
What they did and how they lived bring us to this age.
Well said.
My sympathies too, DJ.
Ah Jimbo, sounds like she'll be sorely missed by quite a few. Thanks for sharing and best wishes to you and the rest of the family.
Dave
John Fortune aged 74
British satirist, comedian writer and actor, best known for his work with John Bird and Rory Bremner on the TV series Bremner, Bird and Fortune.
ah that's a shame. I love Bremner, Bird & Fortune
Quote from: Dandontdare on 31 December, 2013, 02:17:14 PM
ah that's a shame. I love Bremner, Bird & Fortune
Yeah, he could make me laugh just with that look of shocked disbelief he does.
In other news, I only just found out that the Rev John Graham, aka Guardian crossword setter Araucaria (http://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/2013/nov/26/araucaria-crossword-setter-john-graham-dies), had died recently.
James Avery - best known probably as Uncle Phil in Fresh Prince of Bel Air.
A bit more detail here (http://www.tmz.com/2014/01/01/james-avery-dies-fresh-prince-of-bel-air-actor-will-smith-alfonso-ribiero/)
Quote from: Bat King on 01 January, 2014, 06:40:56 PM
James Avery - best known probably as Uncle Phil in Fresh Prince of Bel Air.
A bit more detail here (http://www.tmz.com/2014/01/01/james-avery-dies-fresh-prince-of-bel-air-actor-will-smith-alfonso-ribiero/)
Also the voice of Shredder in the classic TMNT cartoons. RIP.
NOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!! :'(
The Fresh Princes' Uncle Phil aka Shredder actor James Avery.
Quote from: Bat King on 01 January, 2014, 06:40:56 PM
James Avery - best known probably as Uncle Phil in Fresh Prince of Bel Air.
A bit more detail here (http://www.tmz.com/2014/01/01/james-avery-dies-fresh-prince-of-bel-air-actor-will-smith-alfonso-ribiero/)
Balls. I used to love the Fresh Prince as a kid.
R.I.P
Very sad about Mr Avery by all accounts he was a very nice man and as a nineties pop culture figure there is none finer.
Always cheers me up though, no offence Radiator, when people are so keen to report a death they come on here and report it as news without looking to see if anyone is talking about it beforehand ::)
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 02 January, 2014, 01:10:10 PM
Very sad about Mr Avery by all accounts he was a very nice man and as a nineties pop culture figure there is none finer.
Always cheers me up though, no offence Radiator, when people are so keen to report a death they come on here and report it as news without looking to see if anyone is talking about it beforehand ::)
Actually, you should blame the Tapatalk App, which has a weird quirk that means sometimes it fails to display the last few posts but one. I actually
did check, was surprised it hadn't been posted, and assumed that Batson must just really, really like crosswords.
I didn't know tapatalk did that - consider me not picking on that forumquirk again!
Have a nice Uncle Phil moment by way of apology:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bc7sCO3CcAAgDcZ.jpg:large)
Nothing lasts Phil Everly (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25601185).
Quote from: The Cosh on 04 January, 2014, 02:34:39 AM
Nothing lasts Phil Everly (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25601185).
A decent tune-smith in his day (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XAQ4vFQEJo).
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 04 January, 2014, 02:47:07 AM
Quote from: The Cosh on 04 January, 2014, 02:34:39 AM
Nothing lasts Phil Everly (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25601185).
A decent tune-smith in his day (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XAQ4vFQEJo).
If this is the thread where we compete to post the most simultaneously unnerving and compelling scenes from major motion pictures I've never seen before but am about to try and find a copy of, you've just won. Again. That head of yours is a palace of exotica and ephemera, boy.
Quote from: The Cosh on 04 January, 2014, 02:34:39 AM
Nothing lasts Phil Everly (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25601185).
I was always annoying my older siblings by pulling Cathy's Clown out of my mums 60's record collection and putting it on.
Knew nothing of close harmonies but knew quality when I heard it.
RIP Phil - you truely had a distinct sound and a huge influence.
Quote from: sauchie on 04 January, 2014, 11:17:54 AM
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 04 January, 2014, 02:47:07 AM
Quote from: The Cosh on 04 January, 2014, 02:34:39 AM
Nothing lasts Phil Everly (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25601185).
A decent tune-smith in his day (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XAQ4vFQEJo).
If this is the thread where we compete to post the most simultaneously unnerving and compelling scenes from major motion pictures I've never seen before but am about to try and find a copy of, you've just won. Again. That head of yours is a palace of exotica and ephemera, boy.
Roy Scheider and Bob Fosse's finest moment cannot be denied its day.
Quote from: Dunk! on 04 January, 2014, 11:41:08 AM
Quote from: The Cosh on 04 January, 2014, 02:34:39 AM
Nothing lasts Phil Everly (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25601185).
I was always annoying my older siblings by pulling Cathy's Clown out of my mums 60's record collection and putting it on.
Knew nothing of close harmonies but knew quality when I heard it.
RIP Phil - you truely had a distinct sound and a huge influence.
Ah, now this is a shame. Such brilliant, perfect pop tunes. Was exposed to these from a very early age, thanks to my parents record collection.
RIP Mr Everly.
Run Run Shaw :(
(Although at the grand old age of 106 it was probably not unexpected).
Quote from: ming on 07 January, 2014, 08:15:43 AM
Run Run Shaw :(
(Although at the grand old age of 106 it was probably not unexpected).
R.I.P
Might have to watch 36th Chamber Of The Shaolin now.
RIP Run Run. Thanks for all the fun films.
I'd kind of assumed Phil Everly was already dead but I have to say I really like The Everly Brothers (particularly 'Love is Strange' and 'How Can I Meet Her?').
The Everlys and Buddy Holly are the only artists from the 50's that I really enjoy listening to. I've always thought Elvis was overrated.
Quote from: ming on 07 January, 2014, 08:15:43 AM
Run Run Shaw :(
(Although at the grand old age of 106 it was probably not unexpected).
I'm not sure what his last words were, but I bet the sound was distractingly out of synch with the movement of his lips.
Quote from: sauchie on 07 January, 2014, 04:47:36 PM
Quote from: ming on 07 January, 2014, 08:15:43 AM
Run Run Shaw :(
(Although at the grand old age of 106 it was probably not unexpected).
I'm not sure what his last words were, but I bet the sound was distractingly out of synch with the movement of his lips.
Allegedly:
Yah-hah, evil spider woman! I have captured you by the short rabbits and can now deliver you violently to your gynecologist for a thorough extermination(one of my favourites from a rib-tickling list of martial arts film subtitles that was circulating some years back).
Mae Young (World's oldest wrestler) taken off life support, aged 90!!! (http://www.wrestlinginc.com/wi/news/2014/0108/569054/wwe-hall-of-famer-mae-young-taken-off-life-support-earlier/)
or not (http://www.tmz.com/2014/01/09/mae-young-wwe-dead-dies/)
WHA...?!? :o
Fans of the old ITC shows from the 60s will be sad to read that the female lead from The Champions - Alexandra Bastedo - has died aged 67 from cancer
Oh hell no!
She was an actress who possessed a kind of aloof beauty. She was popular in the 60's and 70's, mainly playing 'posh totty' roles. One of her last roles was a bit part in Batman Begins.
I was sad to hear of Alexandra Bastedo passing away yesterday.
I was aware that she was ill as she is very well known around here. She has an animal sanctuary in the village I grew up in and I know someone who worked with her.
RIP Roger Lloyd Pack
Best known for his role as Trigger in Only Fools and Horses, died 69 last night.
Yeah, just saw about Roger Lloyd Pack on the BBC website.
It's now officially Sh*t Thursday. :(
that's terrible...trigger was one of the best characters ever, I never laughed as much as when he did his bit on having the same broom for 20 years then went on to describe how he'd maintained it with 7 new heads and 9 new handles or whatever it was but genius line and genius delivery rest in piece dave!
Quote from: mogzilla on 16 January, 2014, 12:46:11 PM
that's terrible...trigger was one of the best characters ever, I never laughed as much as when he did his bit on having the same broom for 20 years then went on to describe how he'd maintained it with 7 new heads and 9 new handles or whatever it was but genius line and genius delivery rest in piece dave!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1VNNbSYdt0
Man, the delivery of the punchline in this clip is just perfect:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDg9q0Af6zw
It's a sad day.
69 is no age at all. Tragic loss. :(
Quote from: Goaty on 16 January, 2014, 12:06:43 PM
RIP Roger Lloyd Pack
Best known for his role as Trigger in Only Fools and Horses, died 69 last night.
Fuck no. I'm gutted. :'(
RIP Roger.
:(
Trigger? Nooo.... :'(
This: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylgV8OyTIFg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylgV8OyTIFg)
And when the whole OFAH gang sing "Happy Birthday" to Rodney and one solo voice sings out "Dave" at the appropriate moment.
Makes me grin everytime.
RIP Mr Lloyd Pack.
Sad to hear such a great character actor has gone.
Nikita Engels (after a fashion (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-25772192).)
Quote from: Dunk! on 16 January, 2014, 03:58:54 PM
RIP Mr Lloyd Pack.
Was supposed to be working with him last weekend. Big shock, don't think anyone saw it coming. :(
Really!!
Good comedy actor some decent serious stuff as well
Loss of a man whom brought much laughter. Truly a loss
Farewell Steve Evans; a funny, eloquent, inspiring man who has shared his journey through terminal cancer with listeners of Richard Bacon's 5Live show, demonstrating how to face the blackness with love, dignity and humour.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01q23cg (http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01q23cg)
Quote from: The Cosh on 17 January, 2014, 08:24:40 AM
Nikita Engels (after a fashion (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-25772192).)
I assumed that was a myth, although the jokes which reference his one man war seem to rely on a deliberate misunderstanding of his reasons for continuing to fight. It doesn't sound as if he was unaware the war was over as much as he refused to surrender without a direct order from the same source which issued his original instructions.
That or he was just a header :D
Quote from: sauchie on 17 January, 2014, 05:06:35 PM
Quote from: The Cosh on 17 January, 2014, 08:24:40 AM
Nikita Engels (after a fashion (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-25772192).)
I assumed that was a myth, although the jokes which reference his one man war seem to rely on a deliberate misunderstanding of his reasons for continuing to fight. It doesn't sound as if he was unaware the war was over as much as he refused to surrender without a direct order from the same source which issued his original instructions.
I kind of assumed that these types of fellas were a myth also... with the exception of that one episode of the first season of Gilligan's Island (did you get that over there in the UK?). I do find it a little troubling that the Japanese hold him out as a hero... maybe for the sheer grit of the situation?
It's a different way of living as the culture of the Japanese people believe in honour very highly. The Emperor was everything to him and following orders actually meant something.
I've read about this gentleman and his fellow compatriots over the years and it is truly astounding and you can see his final surrender on youtube, as it was filmed.
And made a guest appearance battling MACH 1...
Quote from: Steve Green on 18 January, 2014, 12:18:15 PM
And made a guest appearance battling MACH 1...
Was waiting for this. :lol:
Quote from: Jo-L on 18 January, 2014, 05:26:10 AM
I do find it a little troubling that the Japanese hold him out as a hero...
Maybe they truly believe they didn't do anything wrong during this period of their history....
Quote from: Judge Jack on 18 January, 2014, 04:45:19 PM
Quote from: Jo-L on 18 January, 2014, 05:26:10 AM
I do find it a little troubling that the Japanese hold him out as a hero...
Maybe they truly believe they didn't do anything wrong during this period of their history....
Maybe this isn't the place for it, but I'm going to have to pick you up on this. First, it's possible you're looking at a different source from me, in which case I apologise and would ask you to share it.
The article linked absolutely does not say that the Japanese hold him out as a hero. What it does say is
Quote from: bbcCorrespondents say he was greeted as a hero on his return to Japan.
In 1974. Thirty years ago. And less than thirty since the end of the war.
There are pretty big shifts in attitudes and beliefs in thirty years. Particularly when you consider that a reaction like that implied here is intimately connected to something which the majority of people alive at the time would have lived through. Something which isn't the case today.
Whatever the actual rights and wrongs and morality and questionable judgement involved, I don't even think it's too difficult to understand that some people who had lived through the utter humiliation of the Japanese state and the post-war years would see this as something to shout about, even if (especially because?) just as something symbolic and quixotic.
It's not a million miles from the concepts of Ostalgia and "at least you knew where you were with the Krays."
I thought about the whole thing some more, and realized that of course he was a national hero. Regardless of who was right and who was wrong in that conflict, he was doing what he did because he believed was fighting for his country.
I don't agree with every conflict that my country gets involved with, but any soldier who did this for me and my homeland is a hero in my book.
Quote from: The Cosh on 18 January, 2014, 06:24:16 PMThere are pretty big shifts in attitudes and beliefs in thirty years. Particularly when you consider that a reaction like that implied here is intimately connected to something which the majority of people alive at the time would have lived through. Something which isn't the case today.
Sadly, there are rightwing nutters in Japan who don't think what Japan did was wrong during the war years, possibly because they were at war and viewed themselves as a martial society, though also possibly because they're sick of being told about something that happened before they were born but which they must atone for, and that the war generation was incapable of committing honorable or even heroic acts.
Anyone from anywhere is quite capable of romanticising and whitewashing the past, even when any rational examination shows nothing but shit on everyone's hands. The past was crap, and its most important lesson is don't do it again. The most remarkable thing about human history is that any good stuff actually happened amongst all the horror and misery.
And I speak as someone who has devoted most of his life to preserving and studying bits of it.
Quote from: Professor Bear on 18 January, 2014, 09:01:18 PM
Quote from: The Cosh on 18 January, 2014, 06:24:16 PMThere are pretty big shifts in attitudes and beliefs in thirty years. Particularly when you consider that a reaction like that implied here is intimately connected to something which the majority of people alive at the time would have lived through. Something which isn't the case today.
Sadly, there are rightwing nutters in Japan who don't think what Japan did was wrong during the war years, possibly because they were at war and viewed themselves as a martial society, though also possibly because they're sick of being told about something that happened before they were born but which they must atone for, and that the war generation was incapable of committing honorable or even heroic acts.
I don't doubt it. I was more taking issue with the idea that the nation as a whole held the same view and that had gone unchanged over the last thirty years and the natural shift in generational views as those who lived through the war, the occupation and the post-war settlement become the minority. It's a bit like saying Bobby Sands is a hero of the Irish people: undoubtedly true for some people at some point but hardly representative of everybody, now.
Edited to add: Oh yeah, or what TB said.
I'm sure it works in a similar way to people still believing the Yanks were justified in dropping 2 nukes on 2 cities.
Quote from: TordelBack on 18 January, 2014, 11:12:08 PM
Anyone from anywhere is quite capable of romanticising and whitewashing the past, even when any rational examination shows nothing but shit on everyone's hands. The past was crap, and its most important lesson is don't do it again. The most remarkable thing about human history is that any good stuff actually happened amongst all the horror and misery.
And I speak as someone who has devoted most of his life to preserving and studying bits of it.
Yes, that.
I'm a bit uncomfortable with some of the 1914 "celebrations" I've been reading about. Careful, now.
Before condemning another country look to your own... Mine has an atrocious track record of dealing with other peoples.
Just to name a few:
We took 'civilization' to the Indian Sub-Continent, where they already had a civilization that had more written history than ours. Ditto the Orient. Oh, and we re-wrote African history to remove those awkward ancient cities.
We profited from the slave trade upon which the USA was built. Then when we outlawed it we claimed the moral high ground.
We created Concentration Camps in South Africa during the Boer War. Before that we ripped up agreements with the Zulu because they had land we found out had natural resources we wanted.
I'll leave it in the 19th Century but we did some pretty bad things in the 20th Century. And have you seen the state of the world in the 21st? We drew the maps in India, Palestine & Israel, Iraq and elsewhere - our map drawing skills... We shaped the modern mess.
Oh all right... more of what we've done - compulsory deportation of British 'orphans' in the 1970s to Canada and Australia. That was a pretty big low point I think.
And I'm a patriot despite all this... Please, be careful when condemning others.
(Joe Soap's accurate comment doesn't count in my criticism. He is more or less saying 'look at ourselves' there even though he isn't from the US and nor am I)
Sad to see Sir Chris Chataway has died aged 82 - he was a kinda hero of mine. Probably best known as one of Roger Banister's pacemakers when he broke the four minute mile but you should google him to see what else he did in his life - his athletics career was only 5 years long - and tell me that's not an interesting fellow.
Justin Carmical (http://thatguywiththeglasses.com/site-news/general-updates/42083-a-farewell-to-justin-carmical-jewwario) AKA JewWario (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/WebVideo/YouCanPlayThis)
Yeah, heard about that. Suicide it seems. Sad, never watched many of his reviews, never really covered anything in my sphere of interest, but he came of as a vary nice chap all the time, more than can be said for some of the TGWTG "critics".
Justin was my favourite reviewer and he was the nicest and kindest person I ever knew. I was watching his videos for years and now that he's dead I feel like I lost a personal friend of mine. I'm sad and I really miss him. Rest in peace Justin.
Not that anyone here will know him, but my girlfriends good friends brother was shot and killed in a drive by shooting over the weekend. To make it worse he had no gang ties, and was not the guy they were after. Just a case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Naturally my girlfriend is upset. Makes you wonder what goes through the minds of some people.
Rest in peace Tony.
shit that's terrible GC - condolences to your girlfriend and her family.
just heard that folk legend Pete Seeger has died. :(
Quote from: GrinningChimera on 27 January, 2014, 12:28:19 AM
Not that anyone here will know him, but my girlfriends good friends brother was shot and killed in a drive by shooting over the weekend. To make it worse he had no gang ties, and was not the guy they were after. Just a case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Naturally my girlfriend is upset. Makes you wonder what goes through the minds of some people.
Rest in peace Tony.
That's absolutely horrific. I can't think how a family would even go about trying to process something like that.
Quote from: GrinningChimera on 27 January, 2014, 12:28:19 AM
Not that anyone here will know him, but my girlfriends good friends brother was shot and killed in a drive by shooting over the weekend. To make it worse he had no gang ties, and was not the guy they were after. Just a case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Naturally my girlfriend is upset. Makes you wonder what goes through the minds of some people.
Rest in peace Tony.
Wow. Truly appalling; hope you and your girlfriend are managing to struggle on. Sadly it's the kind of thing that's on the increase, it seems. Whatever about my political stance, emotionally I'd like to see people like that locked up forever, I really would - taking an innocent life is the most appalling thing anyone can do.
RIP Maximilian Schell, you are the legend of many great film, but you will be always remember as insane Dr. Hans Reinhardt in The Black Hole.
Oh no, I finally got a chance to watch that movie, back in December!!!!
Well thats a mighty loss. The Black Hole is indeed amazing and part of it was down to his performance. :'(
Quote from: Goaty on 01 February, 2014, 06:52:14 PM
RIP Maximilian Schell, you are the legend of many great film, but you will be always remember as insane Dr. Hans Reinhardt in The Black Hole.
Ahhh, now that's a shame.
I have very fond memories of going to see The Black Hole back in the day.
He of course starred in many other, and better films; The Odessa File, Cross of Iron, and A Bridge too far, to name but three.
A brilliant actor, RIP Mr Schell.
Sad news indeed. Schell was a fine actor.
RIP Philip Seymour Hoffman, he been found dead in New York, he was great actor :( Only 46.
Quote from: Goaty on 02 February, 2014, 06:41:03 PM
RIP Philip Seymour Hoffman, he been found dead in New York, he was great actor :( Only 46.
Wall Street Journal: http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424052702304626804579358943360702878
Mega surprise that one.....gotta be drugs....gotta be.
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 02 February, 2014, 06:48:22 PM
Mega surprise that one.....
Sad waste - he had three young kids. The tabloid
New York Post speculates that it was a result of his documented heroin use:
http://nypost.com/2014/02/02/philip-seymour-hoffman-found-dead-in-his-apartment/
Quote from: Goaty on 02 February, 2014, 06:41:03 PM
RIP Philip Seymour Hoffman, he been found dead in New York, he was great actor :( Only 46.
Blimey, that's a bit of a shocker.
WHAT??!! Phillip Seymour Hoffman has died? Really shocked to hear that. :(
An immensely talented actor, without doubt a big loss to cinema. R.I.P.
Wow that was is a real shocker. Great, great talent. What a shame, 46 is no age.
Right kick in the balls that, am always delighted to see him appear in anything. How very sad for his family.
Utterly shocking news, this. What a terrible shame.
Philip Seymour Hoffman has passed away.
Just read that, overdose sadly. Talented actor.
Sad but true too many exit via the path of the drugs O.D.
Bad day for talent buddy. Good night. Z
Great actor that will be missed. A lot of people will probably disagree but one of my favourite roles he played was Owen Davian in Mission Impossible 3. Not a great film by any means but he came across as really menacing! R.I.P
My sister-in-law, Dawn.
After years of battling brain tumours and cancer she passed away earlier today. My partner popped in to see her at the hospice and she died holding her hand.
My 18 year old niece has lived with her Mums health problems for half of her life and has coped and cared for her admirably. I'm extremely proud of her.
Farewell Dawn.
Quote from: Albion on 06 February, 2014, 02:57:52 PM
My sister-in-law, Dawn.
After years of battling brain tumours and cancer she passed away earlier today. My partner popped in to see her at the hospice and she died holding her hand.
My 18 year old niece has lived with her Mums health problems for half of her life and has coped and cared for her admirably. I'm extremely proud of her.
Farewell Dawn.
Aw, man. Sorry to hear that. At least, I suppose, she died feeling loved and cared for. Still, though, my thoughts are with you all
Quote from: Albion on 06 February, 2014, 02:57:52 PM
My sister-in-law, Dawn.
After years of battling brain tumours and cancer she passed away earlier today. My partner popped in to see her at the hospice and she died holding her hand.
My 18 year old niece has lived with her Mums health problems for half of her life and has coped and cared for her admirably. I'm extremely proud of her.
Farewell Dawn.
Gutted to hear of that, Albion.
But, at least you can say that she will be suffering no longer.
May she rest in peace.
So sorry to hear that Albion. Condolences to you and your family in this most difficult time.
Condolences, Albion.
Sorry to hear that Albion and as has been said she was loved right to the end and that's something special in its own way.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Sorry Albion. hope your family will be okay, my sister in law sadly passed away 3 years ago, my niece was 3 at the time, she grew up really well with love of our family.
sorry for your loss Albion
I'm sorry to hear that Albion mate.
At least she had the love of the family around her right to the end.
Terribly sad news Albion - we're thinking of you and yours here sir.
Thanks for your kind thoughts everyone. It's been a long hard illness for Dawn but she was courageous throughout. We all now have to look out for my niece who has been amazing but it's a lot for her to cope with.
Dawn was only 52. The same age as my Dad when he died. My Mum was in her 50's too. In six years time I am really going to be crapping myself!
Sorry to hear your news Albion. I hope your niece is finding a way to cope, it most have been harder for her than many and she sounds like she's dealt with a lot admirably. Love to all.
Quote from: Albion on 06 February, 2014, 02:57:52 PM
My sister-in-law, Dawn.
After years of battling brain tumours and cancer she passed away earlier today. My partner popped in to see her at the hospice and she died holding her hand.
My 18 year old niece has lived with her Mums health problems for half of her life and has coped and cared for her admirably. I'm extremely proud of her.
Farewell Dawn.
'Hugs computer screen empethetically'
Im so sorry for your families loss, Albion. But as previously said, at least she died amongst people who loved her.
Very sad news, Albion. You're obviously a very strong family, I'm sure you'll all look after each other. Thoughts are with you and yours tonight all the same.
And don't read too much into family lifespans - all the males in my Dad's entire family, including his father, uncles, brother and several cousins, were dead by 59, and he's going strong and still working 12 hour days at 71.
My condolences, Albion. May your grief be fleeting and your fond memories inveterate.
Condolences Albion. Thoughts are with you n yours.
Condolences to you and your family Albion, my thoughts are with you.
filippo
Ah, sad news mate. Hope you're OK.
You have my deepest condolences Albion mate!!! :'(
That's not right. My sympathy to you Albion.
Thinking of you and your family, Albion.
SBT
I'm really sorry to hear that Albion.
My sympathy to you and yours, Albion.
Condolences to you and your family Albion. Sad news.
Sorry to hear about your loss, Albion.
On an unrelated note, I've noticed that
alt.comics.2000ad has been dormant for six months now, with only one serious post in the year before that.
The newsgroup was set up in 1995 by Rico (http://forums.2000adonline.com/index.php?action=profile;u=51091 (http://forums.2000adonline.com/index.php?action=profile;u=51091)).
My own first taste came in 1999 and, like lots of other readers & creator droids, I spent many a happy evening exchanging thoughts with like-minded Tooth lovers ... that is, until The Troll came (he who shall not be named).
In the absence of anyone else doing it, I've taken it upon myself to call time.
R.I.P.
alt.comics.2000ad
1995 - 2014
Quote from: A.Cow on 08 February, 2014, 02:55:05 AM
My own first taste came in 1999 and, like lots of other readers & creator droids, I spent many a happy evening exchanging thoughts with like-minded Tooth lovers ... that is, until The Troll came (he who shall not be named).
Much the same history as myself, although I may have first dropped by in 1998, shortly after I first got an internet connection at home. After some months of exposure it was the direct cause of my buying the Prog (1141) again after many years absence.
A sad day, and well done for formalising it.
I have just read Albion's news. Condolences Albion. Sorry to read that.
Just read your post Albion.Sorry to read such sad news. My condolences to you and your family.
Very sorry to hear about your loss Albion.
Thoughts are with you and your family.
Thanks again for your thoughts everyone. They are much appreciated.
Very sorry to hear it Albion. My condolences.
My condolences, Albion.
Sorry for your loss Albion.
Dreadful news Albion...So sorry for your loss..
Sincere condolences mate, to you and all your family.
Cheers
Doctor Who director Christopher Barry at 88.
http://www.scifinow.co.uk/news/56362/doctor-who-daleks-director-christopher-barry-dies/ (http://www.scifinow.co.uk/news/56362/doctor-who-daleks-director-christopher-barry-dies/)
Shirley Temple has taken her final trip on the Good Ship Lollipop.
Awwww, she had a good run 85. :'(
Seeing clips of her movies on the news is just creepy. You could argue those were more innocent times, but you don't have to be James Ellroy or Kenneth Anger to imagine that her appeal extended beyond the ranks of adoring grannies. On a more positive note, that's at least one child star whose story wasn't one of descent into substance abuse and desperately striving to cling onto their celebrity.
There's another celebrity whom I had just assumed was already dead
Shirley Temple Black (what a wonderful name) was one of Hollywood's survivors. Yes her career crashed when her age became impossible to hide but she never really faded into obscurity and went into the only business more self-infatuated than Tinsel Town - politics.
Did she ever have a block named after her?
Quote from: Proudhuff on 12 February, 2014, 11:52:09 AM
Did she ever have a block named after her?
She had a whole story (http://www.2000ad.org/?zone=prog&page=profiles&choice=1196).
ah I thought there was something lurking at the edge of my memory....
Quote from: The Cosh on 12 February, 2014, 12:26:44 PM
Quote from: Proudhuff on 12 February, 2014, 11:52:09 AM
Did she ever have a block named after her?
She had a whole story (http://www.2000ad.org/?zone=prog&page=profiles&choice=1196).
Even a few pages from it for sale on Wake's website; http://www.2000ad.org/?zone=collector&page=artsale&choice=JOCK&Comic=Artist
G'night Pa...
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-26185124
Sir Tom Finney hanging up his boots for the last time :(
Dropping like Ives at the moment:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-26186650
20 years ago today my cousin Darren was murdered. He'd be 36 now.
That must be a tough anniversary for you and your family, Jimbo. All the best.
Aye, that can't be easy to deal with. All the best to you and yours, Jimbo.
Oh my, so sorry Jimbo. Hope it's still not hanging over your family. :(
Really sorry to hear that, Dark Jimbo....
He may have died, but just as long as he has his loved ones such as yourself, he'll never be forgotten.
Thanks lads, means a lot - I wasn't fishing for any 'That's terrible hun x' Facebook-type condolences, but I thought it warranted a mention. I'm the eldest of four siblings, and we only lived a few miles away from my aunt, so Darren was very much my surrogate big brother. Suffice to say that we all came to terms with it a long time ago (because what else can you do...?)
Good man Dark Jimbo, you're bearing bravely what must have been a terrible time for you all, especially your late cousins other. Z
Christopher Malcolm (http://"http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-26240620")
I remember him as Rogue pilot in Star Wars Empire Strikes Back who search for Han Solo and Luke in snow. And crazy gunman in Highlander.
Bob Casale
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/t1/1779075_10152295777559136_2013766595_n.jpg)
Former guitarist with Devo and brother of Gerald Casale who's still with em.
From the horse's mouth (https://www.facebook.com/ClubDEVO/photos/pb.187339984135.-2207520000.1392744142./10152295777559136/?type=3&theater)
Viscera
(http://www.onlineworldofwrestling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Viscera-2.jpg)
WWE Wrestler dead of a massive Heart Attack
RIP Big Fella (https://twitter.com/THETOMMYDREAMER/status/435998220909830145)
The artist Julian Gibson responsible for this Dredd cover and a few SinDex stories:
(http://www.2000ad.org/covers/2000ad/hires/1059.jpg)
As well as a wealth of commercial art for PlayStation and others (http://www.julian-gibson.com/). This seems to have been fairly recent as well although it's unclear what it was for:
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t1/1460098_560815250654320_1378596377_n.jpg)
I have been unable to find any more details but it has been going around on FB and I gather it was very sudden.
Sad to hear of Julian Gibson passing on.
Sad news indeed, I did like his art and that cover was very eyecatching.
I knew Julian at Uni, infact i regard him as my best mate through those years, yet had lost contact in recent times.
It's unreal news that i know many, many folks who loved him will be reeling from.
He was on my perpetual "Must catch up sometime" list.
Many, if not all, of my favourite Uni memories will now be tinged with a little sadness, but i wouldn't change them for the world.
Thank you, Julian.
Dunk!
Very sad indeed :(
http://wgntv.com/2014/02/24/chicago-actor-harold-ramis-dies-at-69/
Quote from: strontium71 on 24 February, 2014, 05:48:01 PM
Very sad indeed :(
http://wgntv.com/2014/02/24/chicago-actor-harold-ramis-dies-at-69/
I still use his "That would be bad" sthick from Ghostbusters whenever I can.
Harold Ramis who, amongst many other things, played Egon Spengler from Ghostbusters, died today.
He was always my favourite.
Same here....
R.I.P.
Aww shite. That is really sad news about Ramis. RIP.
I was thinking about him just yesterday, because I remembered a BBC Arena documentary about the Coen brothers in the mid-nineties, during which they bemoaned the fact that cinemas and festivals only ever dedicate seasons to the work of directors like Bergman or Hitchcock. "I love the movies Harold Ramis makes" said one or the other of the Coens, "why isn't his body of work ever celebrated, and audiences encouraged to appreciate his films in that way?"
The work of folk who entertain us is never given the recognition afforded to stuff which is considered serious and worthy of awards. I suppose the fact Groundhog Day is seemingly on constant hard rotation on ITV4 every weekend is some kind of acknowledgement of the unique nature and quality of his work, but he contributed so much more, as a writer (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000601/?ref_=tt_ov_wr#writer) and as a director (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000601/#director).
Alice Herz-Sommer aged 110
She was the oldest known survivor of the Nazi Holocaust and spent the last 25+ years living in London playing her piano. I'm sure many will hear about this lady soon, as a documentary about her is nominated for an Oscar The Lady in Number 6: Music Saved My Life
Quote from: sauchie on 24 February, 2014, 06:14:32 PM
The work of folk who entertain us is never given the recognition afforded to stuff which is considered serious and worthy of awards.
Aye, one of the true greats. I think
Ghostbusters and
Groundhog Day can hold their own against the best of cinema, and there's very many laughs to be had in
National Lampoon's Vacation and
Animal House, and who knows, maybe even
Caddyshack. Very sad to hear of his passing, but glad to see he appears to have made it up with Murray before the end.
Was busy all day, only heard Alice Herz-Sommer has passed away. A fine and graceful woman. SheElohim Yevarach Otha.
Sorry to hear that Harold Ramis has passed. A really great and underrated talent on many fronts.
Alain Resnais (http://m.bbc.com/news/world-africa-26403225), director of the supremely irritating Last Year at Marienbad.
Quote from: The Cosh on 02 March, 2014, 01:37:39 PM
Alain Resnais (http://m.bbc.com/news/world-africa-26403225), director of the supremely irritating Last Year at Marienbad.
Wrong link; Marienbad is definitely an endurance test but it's based on the work of Robbe-Grillet, whose books are even more of an endurance test.
A friend passed away unexpectedly on Saturday night. He was a huge Dredd fan , he had the uniform and regularly drove his missus nuts rewatching the film for the umpteenth time. I had many a drunken conversation about comics , movies, music, all that nerd stuff.
A true gentleman and a nicer guy you couldn't meet
Here is the tribute the staff at the Mezz bar in Dublin put up for him
RIP Paul
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Sad to hear johnnystress, sorry for your loss.
Really saddened to hear of your loss, Johnny.
R.I.P Paul.
I didn't know Paul, but there's a big tribute thread on the Brit-cit Judges Facebook page.
My condolences to Paul's friends and family.
That's nice to hear
Sorry to hear about your loss jonnys. It's always hard to lose a friend.
Thanks guys. In a strange way I think Paul would get a kick out of his obituary notice. RIP big lad.
http://rip.ie/showdn.php?dn=219316%2FPaul+%28Squiggle%29HAYDE%2FBallybrack%2FDublin#!prettyPhoto
Aw, crap. Really sorry to hear that, Johnny.
That's crap Johnny, sorry for your loss. Paul sounds like a great fellow.
That's a fine post! Johnny,
Loss of a fellow squaxx a sad one.
Good to have it acknowledged here.
I would suggest Each one of us would smile to be remembered here, upon our demise.
Very fitting.
Nice tribute Johnny– hits home a little bit more since Paul came from the same hometown and went to the same secondary school as meself yet I never knew him. Now I wish I had. Small world as they say.
Bill Guarnere, Easy Company. Not many of these guys left now. :(
My Auntie Edna, this afternoon from cancer, aged 86.
She was a hospital cleaner most of her life, 100% working class Northern, tiny but strong - the deliverer of much-feared rib-cracking hugs when we were small, and in return liable to being picked up a lot by us when we were older.
In addition to (apparently) entertaining me hugely as a baby with her rendition of "my boomerang won't come back", she used to get me the best presents when I was little- she got it in her head that I liked creepy stuff, so whenever she went on holiday to Blackpool, Fleetwood or Southport, she'd always bring me cap guns, rubber spiders and skeletons and pots of slime, basically all the stuff that your mum wouldn't.
In more recent years, she would drive my mum (her little sister) potty with her almost nightly phone calls, straight after Emmerdale of Coronation Street, with a solid half hour of pointless blather. Most conversations would include one of the phrases: "Eeh, d'you know who's died?", "what did you have for your tea" or "I've just been to't doctor/dentist/optician/hospital/chiropodist/chemist with my ...."
After her husband died, my mum would go away for a week with her very year, and she once told me that Edna's eyes would open in the morning and she'd start talking and not stop till she closed them again to sleep.
She must've visited every dentist in Blackburn because her teeth were never "right" - at one period she had 3 sets on the go, Smilers, Eaters and Comfies, but she reduced that to 2 after finally finding a dentist who could supply Comfy Smilers. At family parties the signal that the starters had arrived or the buffet was open wasn't the saying of grace, but Edna "surreptitiously" changing her teeth.
She was mother, grandmother and great grandmother (to an unbroken female line until the youngest great grandson arrived). Her passing wasn't unexpected, she lived to a good age but she'll leave a big hole in our family.
Lovely tribute to your aunty mate, very sorry for your loss.
Aye, great bit of heartfelt writing there DDD, well done, and my condolences.
Beautifully written DDD - what a wonderfully articulated tribute. Thinking about you and yours sir.
My heart goes out to you and your family, DDD. From your little tribute I feel like I understand your late aunt completely.
I wouldn't normally post on this thread, but there may be some who have come across a friend of mine who very sadly passed away suddenly on Saturday.
His name was John Ritchie, a native of Roslin, co author of Rosslyn Revealed and Rosslyn Chapel Decoded. He was the Grand Herald and spokesman for The Scottish Knights Templar, a regular contributor to the Sauniere Society, he was also a journalist, ex Reuters cameraman, documentary producer, secretary to the Midlothian Federation of Community Councils, one of the founders of the Scottish Community Broadcast Network, one of the founders of Edinburghguide.com, an executive producer for Hogmanay.net to name just a little of what this remarkable man did.
He tried to make the world a better place and inspire people to be better people, to believe in themselves and make a difference to their own lives, the lives of those around them and to the world.
Above all else he was one of my most dearest friends and I will miss him greatly. The world is indeed a dimmer place for the loss of his light.
Sad news for both of you Dandontdare and Colin.
They both sound like fine and interesting people. Sorry for both your losses.
Sorry to hear of your losses, Dan and Colin. :(
Very sorry to hear your sad news, Colin and DDD.
Sorry to hear about your friend, Colin.
Very sorry to hear of the recent losses of friends and family.
Sounds like both John and Edna lived lifes packed with the good things, examples to us all.
Condolences to both DDD and Colin. Sad news.
RMT leader Bob Crow.
Blimey. Not a political animal me but you never know how long you've got eh?
Bob Crow'll be sorely missed, one less good guy in an increasingly greedy, thoughtless world. RIP comrade.
We need more like him not less. sad news.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T17VzztS60M
Quote from: Proudhuff on 11 March, 2014, 01:25:40 PM
We need more like him not less. sad news.
Agreed.
R.I.P Bob.
R.I.P Bob Crow.
R.I.P. indeed - a bit of a shocker that one. I'd always assumed he was older than he actually was though...
Rip Bob Crow. Raised a glass to him today. A very sad and unexpected loss.
In a World , one man is now dead....
Hal Douglas
Here he is spoofing himself..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIILUKJ74r0#t=36
Tony Benn aged 88
Lord Ballyedmond Northern Ireland's ritchest person killed in a helicopter crash
RIP Tony Benn....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETqOvBKnKdk
RIP Tony Benn. As with Bob Crow, a principled man who stood firm for what he believed. A sad, and huge loss.
Aye, a proper champion of decency and humanity. There's your Fourth Plinth problem sorted right there.
Bad week for the left, first Bob Crowe; now Tony Benn. Sad stuff all aroind.
Quote from: TordelBack on 14 March, 2014, 08:21:46 AM
Aye, a proper champion of decency and humanity. There's your Fourth Plinth problem sorted right there.
Judging from my favourite Tony Benn story, that wouldn't be quite in keeping with his legacy. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/politics/298471.stm
Tony Benn - a good life lived well by all accounts. Sorry to hear of his passing.
RIP Scott Asheton, only Iggy Pop left out of the original lineup of The Stooges now. :'(
Hal Douglas (http://mobile.nytimes.com/2014/03/13/movies/hal-douglas-89-superstar-of-movie-trailer-narrators-dies.html?ref=obituaries&_r=1&referrer), aged 89 and when you click on his name you'll see why we all know of him, without knowing him!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 17 March, 2014, 04:18:39 AM
Hal Douglas (http://mobile.nytimes.com/2014/03/13/movies/hal-douglas-89-superstar-of-movie-trailer-narrators-dies.html?ref=obituaries&_r=1&referrer), aged 89 and when you click on his name you'll see why we all know of him, without knowing him!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVDzuT0fXro
Shame - what a great voice. That clip is really funny.
TV chef Clarissa Dickson Wright, one half of the Two Fat Ladies duo, she died on Saturday.
Quite saddened by Dickson Wright's death. She had such a fascinating life and I loved her on TV - always ploughed her own furrow, regardless.
Mike Jagguar's beau, L'Wren Scott, aged 49 & a fashion designer, dead of a suspected suicide (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-26619495)!!!
:-( death has been busy today :(
Quote from: Ancient Otter on 16 March, 2014, 11:39:45 PM
RIP Scott Asheton, only Iggy Pop left out of the original lineup of The Stooges now. :'(
I think Steve Mackay also deserves such spot. But nonetheless, Rock Action will be missed as much as his brother Ronald is :/
Steve Moore, of 'Telguuth' fame.
http://strangeattractor.co.uk/further/steve-moore-1949-2014/
Just seen the Steve Moore news on Facebook.
Shame.
The reason Alan Moore gave for the creation of his multi-media biography of Steve Moore, Unearthing (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Unearthing-Alan-Moore-Mitch-Jenkins/dp/B003TOS84E/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1395246360&sr=8-2&keywords=unearthing%2C+moore), seems especially poignant now. Moore explained that he'd been asked to write an essay about an obscure part of London that was disappearing, and whose unique history would be lost to the world without such a memorial. Steve Moore, the man who literally taught Alan Moore how to write comics, and who led a life of even more fixed geography than the beast of Northampton, was the most exotic and esoteric part of London that sprung to Moore's encyclopaedic and omnivorous mind.
Well worth a listen, even if the book/CD is out of your price range: http://www.southlondonhardcore.com/2013/03/episode-62-alan-moore-and-mitch-jenkins.html
Some sort of Telguuth collection is surely long overdue, even without Steve's sad passing - even if it's only a Meg floppy supplement, or summat. They were never essential but always worth a read; the best were cracking little fantasy vignettes with some often quite bonkers characters/ideas. Some glorious art, too.
'All hail Klaavor, and his transexual lightning!'
That's terribly sad to hear, by all accounts Moore was a great guy. I enjoyed a lot of his stuff, the cheescake vehicle Jonni Future in particular, and the, err, cheesecake vehicle Valkyries too. Also: the affable Agent Rat, and the inexplicable furniture showcase Red Fang.
I have never had te fortune to read any of the chaps stuff but I would like to wish his family the best. Like all contributers to the weekly his pressence is appreciated in and of itself.
Sad news about Steve Moore. He wrote tons of fine stories back in the 80s for Marvel UK and Warrior eg Hulk, Laser Eraser & Pressbutton, Father Shandor and back up strips for Dr Who Weekly.
Sad news indeed.
Ah maaaaan.
Father Shandor is my favourite strip, ever.
RIP Steve :(
Steve Moore got a rather predictable mention in my Interview with Leah Moore & John Reppion. What with Steve being so influential on Alan Moore and Alan being Leah's dad.
Steve Moore is responsible for a lot of good writers being out there. A legacy.
I'm sad that we've lost Steve Moore. I liked Telguuth.
By all accounts he was a real character.
Fred Phelps. Maybe now he might find what God actually thinks.
Good riddance. I have no time or respect for a man who hides behind a book and god to cover up his own bigotry as i've made perfectly clear on here before now. Do I respect the mans right to express his opinions? Yes. Do I reserve the right to think his opinions are fucking stupid because they are based on miss quotations and bull shittery? Yes I do.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-fred-phelps-dead-20140320,0,2184398.story
Yes alright Hawk we all know how you feel on the matter but repeating that you hate him in every thread doesn't change anything.
There are plenty of other individuals to be focussing on instead. Those, for example, who are alive and pretty much responsible for spreading homophobic rhetoric throughout Uganda and Russia (http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2014/03/scott-lively-anti-gay-law-uganda). From the looks of the comments he likes to debate it as well - so you'd even likely get a response out of him! Better than just digitally dissing some dead guy who was ostracised by his own cult anyway.
On another and far more relevant subject - here are some collected tweets about the death of Steve Moore. Someone worth remembering - http://www.bleedingcool.com/2014/03/19/steve-moore-1949-2014-rip/
Heh. Yeah. Get a little ahead of myself on the subject so i'd best leave that as the final word on the matter. :-\
Oh Christ no. Now we've lost Lucius Shepard.
http://boingboing.net/2014/03/20/rip-lucius-shepard-gone-too.html
(http://boingboing.net/2014/03/20/rip-lucius-shepard-gone-too.html)
Michael Swanwick's eulogy here[/ul]. (http://floggingbabel.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/lucius.html)
Such a shame about Shepard, I loved his short stories: always gave me a kick to see his name on the back of an anthology. The Sun Spider, Radiant Green Star, Barnacle Bill the Spacer... just great stuff. All these lads going in their 60's... it's later than you think.
Quote from: O Lucky Stevie! on 21 March, 2014, 04:39:14 AM
Oh Christ no. Now we've lost Lucius Shepard.
http://boingboing.net/2014/03/20/rip-lucius-shepard-gone-too.html (http://boingboing.net/2014/03/20/rip-lucius-shepard-gone-too.html)
It's a while since I've read any of his books but anyone on here should read Life During Wartime. And Green Eyes.
Kalimantan was good too.
I've only read Sun spider but it was a cracking little tale. RIP
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 21 March, 2014, 09:08:00 AM
I've only read Sun spider but it was a cracking little tale. RIP
That's the one that sticks most in my mind: did I imagine it or did he write a follow-up at some point, or at least a story in the same universe? I'm also just now remembering 'All The Perfumes of Araby', which I loved. I like his Conrad-y thing, of men making fateful decisions, and seeing the consequences unfold. A trip to the bookshelf, I think.
Sad news about Shepard. He wrote some good stories.
US character actor James Rebhorn (http://www.deadline.com/2014/03/actor-james-rebhorn-dead/), the epitome of one of those guys whose face is familiar from small parts in loads of film and telly without your being quite able to place him. That obituary says he was playing Clare Danes's dad in Homeland, but I remember him best as the suit who explains the range of service offered by CRS in David Fincher's The Game (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QonUGtkmBk0). Ironically, his character turns out to be a bit part actor, whose face Michel Douglas recognises when he sees him in another role.
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Wasn't he also the sneaky, spineless aide in Independence Day, he played the part well? RIP.
David Brockie. GWAR frontman. RIP.
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End of an era; Jerry Roberts. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-26759034)
Louis Theroux (a man for whom I have a great deal of time), shared his thoughts on Fred Phelps on Facebook:
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Pastor Fred Phelps is gone, called to glory if you believe the teachings of his hate-spewing ministry, the Westboro Baptist Church. To me it seems more likely that his remains are mouldering away somewhere, obeying the laws of physics and biology. But either way, it seems an appropriate moment to pause and reflect on the man and his legacy.
I had some history with "Gramps", as his family and followers liked to call him. I made two documentaries about his church for the BBC: The Most Hated Family In America in 2006 and America's Most Hated Family in Crisis in 2010. In all, I suppose I spent about a month with the members of the WBC, trying to figure out what induces them to dedicate their every spare moment – when they aren't keeping down respectable jobs as lawyers, correctional officers, salesmen in their hometown of Topeka, Kansas – to flying around the country standing as close as they are legally allowed to funeral-goers, and waving hate-filled placards with slogans like "Thank God for Dead Soldiers", "Fags Eat Poop", and of course "God Hates Fags". They became notorious for picketing the funerals of soldiers killed in Iraq and Afghanistan. In the WBC teachings, the soldiers were being punished for fighting for a nation doomed in the eyes of God for its tolerance of homosexuality.
Their main scriptural inspiration is the passage in Leviticus that mandates the death penalty for gay sex ("Thou shalt not lie with mankind as with womankind, it is an abomination") though for some reason the adjacent verses that proscribe astrology in similar terms never seem to excite the WBC quite so much. Not to mention that Jesus Christ himself – something of an authority on Christian affairs, one would think – had literally nothing to say on the subject of gay sex or shouting at funerals and plenty to say about kindness and humility.
The WBC has tended to be a family affair, overwhelmingly made up of Gramps' lineal descendants and their spouses. They live in suburban Topeka, in a collection of houses with their gardens all connected, which they call "Zion". Gramps was the prime mover behind the practices of the church. He founded it at a time and place when the idea of abominating sodomites was mainstream in American Christian circles. In some respects, it was the times that changed, becoming more tolerant of homosexuality, leaving the WBC behind in their dogged adherence to old-style fire-and-brimstone bible thumping. But it's also the case homosexuality seems to have been an idee fixe with Pastor Phelps: it struck a nerve.
According to legend, the WBC inaugurated their anti-gay pickets when a local Topeka park – Gage Park, as I recall – became a cruising ground. The Phelps decided to make signs and demonstrate against the practice. This was in the eighties. The WBC doctrine evolved into a belief that the whole of America was fallen and damned in God's eyes, as was anyone who fought under the American flag – or indeed who wasn't a member of the Westboro Baptist Church. We are all either "fags" or "fag enablers": you, me, Desmond Tutu, Princess Di, Donald Rumsfeld, Billy Graham, Liz Taylor – though possibly not Robert Mugabe, Gramps had a soft spot for him. An eternity in Hell is the fate of anyone who doesn't get baptised into the WBC and travel the country waving hate-filled placards at political events, at colleges, and places associated – even in the most tortuous way – with tolerance of homosexuality.
While I was with them, they had a regular local picket of a hardware store that sold Swedish vacuum cleaners. The Swedish government had imprisoned a pastor for homophobic preaching, and for the WBC that made the store a legitimate target for a ritualized biblical smackdown. For the newcomer, these pickets were bizarre, not simply because of the venom of the signs, but also because of how they clashed with the banality of the family interaction. For the Phelps, it was another day at the office – there was a water-cooler ambience of relaxed chit-chat. Meanwhile, everyone, even the youngest children, were carrying placards saying "Thank God for 9/11", "Your Pastor is a Whore", and "Fag Sweden".
There is no question that over the years their caravan of religious bigotry has made life miserable for thousands of people, many of them vulnerable mourners hoping to pay tribute to recently departed loved ones. It boggles the mind to remember that among their proposed picketing targets was the funeral of some young Amish children who had been shot by a deranged gunman. In the tortured logic of the WBC, those Amish kids died because their parents weren't out holding their own pickets denouncing homosexuality. In the end, the WBC only called off the event after they were promised airtime on a local radio station, effectively holding the community to ransom.
But the WBC also made life miserable for themselves and inflicted a distorted and poisonous view of the world on the youngest members of their own family, holding over their heads the threat that any deviation or failure of commitment (not going to a picket; socializing with outsiders) would result in a lifetime of banishment. Ex-members – of which there are quite a few – can have no contact with the church. They are cut loose and cast adrift.
Given their eagerness to court controversy, and their willingness to offend and make themselves into a cartoon, it's not surprising that there are misapprehensions about the WBC. Unlike hate groups like the Ku Klux Klan, the WBC members never claim to hate gay people themselves, only that God does. I'm pretty sure there was at least one gay man in the congregation of the WBC. Even on the pickets, the Phelps could be civil. For most of the Phelpses, the hostility they expressed was a role that they enacted, dictated by a doctrine they had imbibed from their church leader and paterfamilias. You can find videos on YouTube of counter-demonstrators having cordial chats with Phelps picketers. I don't doubt that if you knocked on the door of one of the second generation of the family, said you had some questions about Jesus, they'd let you in and maybe offer you a glass of water. Pastor Phelps was a different story: a hater by instinct.
I'm proud to say he took against me from the moment we met. I asked him how many children he had. He disliked this question – I think he found I trivial. The interview was cut short. After that, over subsequent days, we continued filming but I hardly saw Pastor Phelps. I had the feeling he was hiding from me. We eventually crossed paths again, though: in church one Sunday after his sermon on the subject of America's coming tribulations, in which he bellowed: "You're going to eat your babies!" One-on-one, Gramps still had the remnants of a folksy, plainspoken charm, but underneath was a bitter contempt for humanity in general and me specifically. I asked him how he could possibly know that the WBC members were the only people in the world bound for heaven. "I can't talk to you, you're just too dumb," he said. It seemed that I was a hell-bound sinner. Well, at least I was in good company.
I've heard people speculate that Phelps had repressed gay leanings or that perhaps he was sexually assaulted when he was young, leading to a lasting animosity to homosexuality. Personally, I doubt it. There may be no simple explanation for his behaviour. He was just an angry bigoted man who thrived on conflict. There are credible reports from his disaffected offspring (four of his 13 children left the church) that he was physically abusive to his wife Marge; that he was violent to his children and had an intermittent problem with pills. A lawyer, he won some civil rights cases and received an award from the NAACP. But Phelps liked going against the grain. Later on, he realized he could outrage even more people and create more turbulence by using a handful of Old Testament verses to justify the weird mission of waving homophobic placards at every opportunity.
The members of the WBC like being attacked for their activities. They thrive on the presence of counter-demonstrators: the patriotic bikers who would sometimes turn up and rev their engines to drown out the WBC's songs at military funerals and also the students who turned out in droves to sing and register their dissent when the WBC held pickets near their campus. For the church, this meant they were getting a reaction and they would quote bible verses to the effect that being hated by the world was a sign of godliness.
In some ways I think the counter-demonstrators feed into the church's worldview. The WBC and their enemies exist in a feedback loop, with the church taking strength from the idea that they are having an impact. The church enjoys the image of itself as an indefatigable and godly remnant, hopelessly outnumbered, facing the hordes of a hostile world and valiantly sticking to their message in the face of violence and abuse. Indifference was a harder reaction for them to deal with, although they have faced plenty of that as well without being much deterred.
It has been reported that Pastor Phelps had been "excommunicated" from his own church before he died (probably this doesn't mean much more than being prevented from preaching; I doubt he was out wandering the streets). In 2010 I heard a similar rumour. Then, the word was that Gramps was panicking about a multi-million dollar lawsuit brought against the church by the family of a dead soldier whose funeral they had picketed. (The WBC ended up winning the case on appeal.) The rest of the church viewed Gramps' failure of nerve as evidence of lack of faith in God's plan and they put him on the naughty pew for a time-out.
The truth is, despite being its founder and main preacher, Gramps has been a marginal figure within the WBC for some years. When I made my documentaries the dominant force was Fred's daughter, Shirley Phelps-Roper, a gifted organizer who could sling religious obloquy while holding four separate placards and wearing a bandana with a message of religious hate – in a different context it would have been impressive. In fact, underneath her programming, and despite all the pain she inflicted in the name of her religion, Shirley is basically a kind person.
But my sense is that Shirley has been pushed aside by an axis of WBC men, among them her brothers, Tim and Jonathan, and also the WBC convert Steve Drain, with Steve possibly in the driving seat. This is speculation on my part; but it struck me when I spent time among the WBC members that Steve was the most likely to take over the church. Steve had originally come to the WBC to make a documentary (called "Hatemongers") and ended up moving in and bringing his wife and two daughters from Florida. It was striking that he too called Pastor Phelps "Gramps". He had disconnected from his own parents and found a surrogate family in the Phelps clan. Steve is an intelligent man but arrogant. In personality, he is closer to Pastor Phelps than any of Gramps' natural children. I met and interviewed all three of Pastor Phelps' sons that remain in the church: they all have the slight air of being survivors of an abusive upbringing.
Where the WBC goes from here is anybody's guess. I haven't been following the doings of the WBC as closely in recent years. Evidently they have been attracting some new members from outside the family. A few years ago there was news that a US Marine and his family had been baptized into the church. Just as striking was the report that a British man had moved to Topeka from England, joined the church and married Jael Phelps. A few weeks ago I found a photo on Twitter of Jael at a picket holding a tiny baby. In its abundant procreation, the family has a guaranteed supply of future recruits.
With Gramps' death I don't expect huge changes. The church has always operated according to the dynamics of a large family rather than a cult. Cults don't typically excommunicate their "charismatic leaders". Families do: they put their aging parents in a granny annex and take away the keys to the car. Maybe, like other families, the bereavement will bring them together. In another context, that might be a comforting thought. In this case one rather wishes that the second generation would continue to feud and fragment – and perhaps in the process moderate their way of thinking and get in touch with some of the apostate children they no longer see.
The more chilling thought is a backward looking one, of how one man and his hateful cast of mind caused so much pain and managed to poison the well of his family for generations in such a way that that his legacy of causing upset and provoking conflict is likely to continue. His offspring, and their offspring, have been raised to believe that abuse is kindness and that Christian charity dictates that one should hurl invective at vulnerable people. The natural bonds of family have been braided into this twisted thinking so that children who love their parents and siblings can't separate those feelings from their sense of obligation to the church and its creed. And when they leave they also take with them the nagging guilt and fear that haven't just lost a family, they have lost their only chance of salvation.
All of this can be traced back to one man.
The boy can write.
Wow, great post by Louis,
and many people mistake me for Louis Theroux!
Theroux has a unique perspective on the man and said it wonderfully - very, very interesting read cheers for posting that Pops.
David Trampier (http://www.tor.com/blogs/2014/03/david-a-trampier-obituary), for me, one of the definitive artists in D&D's early years...
Cheers
Jim
Trampier was THE D&D artist for me, such a fabulous sense of design, each monster and party like a little cartouche. His DM's screen was the single most influential D&D product I ever bought, his tone-setting images the only constant in hundreds of hours of play. Even when I ran things other than D&D I just bluetacked the relevant tables inside it.
Bloody hell... he was only 60... that's really no age at all
RIP
I spent HOURS pouring over Trampler's drawings. They brought worlds alive for me. He'll be missed. RIP. :(
I wouldn't have known his name but those b/w images are seared on my consciousness and I often tried to copy them as a teenager. RIP
Quote from: Dandontdare on 28 March, 2014, 05:10:11 PM
I wouldn't have known his name but those b/w images are seared on my consciousness and I often tried to copy them as a teenager. RIP
Snap. One of them 'I know that artist!' Types who you respect without being aware of who they truly are. RIP
It sounds as though Tramp, like a few of the early D&D pioneers, led a pretty troubled life, and his disappearance is pretty much now part of the legend. Very saddened to read this - he was a master.
Very sad news about David Trampier -the PH cover is one of the most fabulous and iconic illustrations for me.
Lorenzo Semple Jr - writer on 60s Batman TV show and 80s Flash Gordon movie has died aged 91 :(
Quote from: Zarjazzer on 28 March, 2014, 07:19:07 PM
Very sad news about David Trampier -the PH cover is one of the most fabulous and iconic illustrations for me.
And he also drew some of the very best beasties in the MM. There's nothing like those old manuels.
Quote from: locustsofdeath! on 28 March, 2014, 10:38:17 PM
Quote from: Zarjazzer on 28 March, 2014, 07:19:07 PM
Very sad news about David Trampier -the PH cover is one of the most fabulous and iconic illustrations for me.
And he also drew some of the very best beasties in the MM. There's nothing like those old manuels.
Indeed. A sore loss. His Pit Fiend is still one of my favourite illustrations even now. So evil looking.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 28 March, 2014, 09:40:02 PM
Lorenzo Semple Jr - writer on 60s Batman TV show and 80s Flash Gordon movie has died aged 91
Which makes him responsible for forming my early preferences in fiction and the way my brain still works to this day. Sounds like he must have enjoyed a comfortable retirement in the California sunshine, which is something I wish could say for all of the writers and artists who entertained me in childhood and adolescence. He worked on
The Parallax View,
Papillon, and
Three Days of the Condor too!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lorenzo_Semple,_Jr.
Oderus Urungus a.k.a Dave Brockie
(http://wac.450f.edgecastcdn.net/80450F/loudwire.com/files/2012/10/Gwar-2.jpg)
The music world has lost of one it's greats.
R.I.P
Quote from: GrinningChimera on 30 March, 2014, 05:32:35 AM
Oderus Urungus a.k.a Dave Brockie
Didn't realize someone had already posted this. I've been away. Still, no harm in saying it again i suppose.
Kate O'Mara has died at the age of 74
The great Frankie Knuckles has played his last warehouse at the no-age-at-all of 59. Even if you've never heard of him, I assume everyone will recognise this corking melody (http://youtu.be/LOLE1YE_oFQ) from somewhere else.
Quote from: The Cosh on 01 April, 2014, 02:43:44 PM
The great Frankie Knuckles has played his last warehouse at the no-age-at-all of 59. Even if you've never heard of him, I assume everyone will recognise this corking melody (http://youtu.be/LOLE1YE_oFQ) from somewhere else
Chicago's Music Hall Of Fame must be starting to look like that wall where the Chief Judge pins all the badges of fallen judges. There's a campaign to get Your Love to the top of chart this weekend (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/your-love/id273852024?i=273852126).
Mickey Rooney has passed away at 93
Peaches Geldof at only 25 years old.
http://inagist.com/all/453218507799687168/
She missed out on the 27 club.
That poor family, what an horrific time they've had. 25. Christ.
I know we often lament on the thread for those in their 40s and 50s that we reckon still had a few innings left, but 25 is no age to be going at all.
Quote from: Professor Bear on 07 April, 2014, 07:07:17 PM
I know we often lament on the thread for those in their 40s and 50s that we reckon still had a few innings left, but 25 is no age to be going at all.
I'm going to sound cruel and heartless about this but if someone is hoovering up coke & heroin at the rate she was, then it's little surprise.
WOW! You're right, you DO sound cruel & heartless well done.
And just when I was coming on here to say "It's heartening to see that people have been so constructive in dealing with this shocking news death - and those clucking about not wanting to see negative reactions need not worry"
but no. I'd suggest very very carefully reading this tweet by Journo (not droid) Rob Williams (https://twitter.com/BobJWilliams/status/453240882951905280) before you take to anywhere else with that cunning observation of yours.
No age at all. My eldest is the same age. She works with addicts. I'm pretty sure she has never used the phrase "it's little surprise".
RIP, 25 is no age, just shocked to see that on the news TV at gym tonight.
Just found this out on Facebook. Poor girl; and the poor family. Bob always seemed like a really nice guy; hope he's managing ok.
Bob Geldof: "Peaches has died. We are beyond pain. 'Writing 'was' destroys me afresh. She was the wildest, funniest, cleverest, wittiest and the most bonkers of all of us. 'What a beautiful child. How is this possible that we will not see her again? 'How is that bearable? We loved her and will cherish her forever. How sad that sentence is."
Beautiful and so heartbreaking statement.
Quote from: Tiplodocus on 07 April, 2014, 08:03:47 PM
No age at all. My eldest is the same age.
My eldest is a mother of two aged 25. Not saying that makes us feel more for the situation, just putting it in context as Tips did.
Pretty horrendous for Bob and his family.
Was thinking something similar, BK - I cannot get my head around even imagining losing one of my boys.
RIP Mickey Rooney, a far greater loss than some daft lass who likely chucked her privileged life down the toilet.
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 07 April, 2014, 09:54:23 PM
RIP Mickey Rooney ...
There are many more parallels than differences between the two sad wastes of lives to addiction and self loathing, neebs.
Stay classy, Ghost.
And by "classy" I mean: act like a colossal cunt who thinks he gets to decide whose life has greater value.
Arsehole.
Yeah, right back atcha fucknugget. ;)
Probably not the thread for this.
Quote from: sauchie on 07 April, 2014, 10:04:48 PM
Probably not the thread for this.
Agreed. Glee at the death of a 25 year old mother has no place here.
Read about the wee girl this evening. A young family with no mother...terribly sad. I guess this happens all of the time, cruel world. Z
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 07 April, 2014, 10:06:27 PM
Agreed. Glee at the death of a 25 year old mother has no place here.
Glee?? Where the hell you getting that, mm? I simply don't CARE. There's a difference.
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 07 April, 2014, 09:54:23 PM
...some daft lass who likely chucked her privileged life down the toilet.
Yeah, parents divorced at 7, stepfather dead by suicide when she was 8, mother O.D'd when she was 11, growing up in the tabloids, must have been just the perfect childhood. May none of my kids ever enjoy that kind of privlege.
They've got camera men outside the Geldof household beaming live pictures of the comings and goings. I wish they'd leave people alone.
The test of whether any of the comments on this thread are reasonable or not is whether you could say the same things regarding the death of a young mum in a council flat without sounding unfeeling.
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 07 April, 2014, 10:09:05 PM
I simply don't CARE.
Then why even say it at all? Clearly people here with kids that age are feeling the Geldof's loss and you wade in with a comment like that. Mate you deserve a Campbell drubbing and a Tordelback takedown and I don't say that lightly.
Quote from: JamesC on 07 April, 2014, 10:26:12 PM
They've got camera men outside the Geldof household beaming live pictures of the comings and goings. I wish they'd leave people alone.
I agree. Vultures at the work :(
Hour ago not sure if it's Sky News but there was talks with person with knowledge of Celebrities Deaths. I really think that no need for it!
Journalists say that one of the boons of social media is that when someone whose life hasn't been documented by the tabloids dies unexpectedly, they no longer have to doorstep the family and hassle them for photographs of the deceased for the morning editions. Pity they can't extend that to these kind of sieges of the bereaved.
I actually witnessed this - when there was that couple that shot a policeman and then themselves in the US recently a girl tweeted "In class she was always so quiet, I can't believe she's gone :(" and a 'journalist' from the Express had PUBLICLY tweeted her like "@sallymae1996 care to speak with me on the phone about your friend?" and she said "no, no thank you too distressed to talk" and his heartfelt reply was "fair enough."
NOT SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. NOT SORRY FOR DISTURBING YOU. Just "fair enough." :sick:
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 07 April, 2014, 10:30:40 PM
Then why even say it at all? Clearly people here with kids that age are feeling the Geldof's loss and you wade in with a comment like that. Mate you deserve a Campbell drubbing and a Tordelback takedown and I don't say that lightly.
seconded
"Writing "was" destroys me afresh. What a beautiful child. How is this possible that we will not see her again? How is that bearable? We loved her and will cherish her forever. How sad that sentence is." Eloquent and moving.
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 07 April, 2014, 10:09:05 PM
I simply don't CARE.
less so
I have said this before and will say it again. The press are leeches and will pounce on anything and suck it dry. They have a lot to answer for and just don't see themselves invading vulnerable peoples lives or doing anything wrong. They try to justify everything that they do with 'freedom of the press' or 'the public have a right to know'.
V
RIP Mickey Rooney RIP Peaches Geldof
I've got two young grandchildren and the thought of them losing a parent just doesn't bear thinking about.
Ghost, why come on this thread and be offensive? If you don't care then stay off the thread, after all it is called "RIP."
Quote from: vzzbux on 07 April, 2014, 10:54:48 PMThey try to justify everything that they do with 'freedom of the press' or 'the public have a right to know'.
There's a vast difference between "press" and "paparazzi", and a big difference between public interest and sensationalism that a real journalist comprehends.
The news rags and the news programs are all over these kind of stories. How a family feels after the loss of a loved one in of no concern to us but is and will be aired and printed over the next few days. In my eyes Press and Paparazzi are too close to split.
V
Gents, if you didn't have a 297-page thread that's largely dedicated to the deaths of celebrities I might find it easier to accept criticism of the media's interest in such things. But, yes, it's not the place to argue about it. We have done so a few times elsewhere on this board.
I've been feeling so sad for this girl's family. Those poor kids. I hope they have the sense to choose a life that's out of the spotlight.
I take what Trout says. I tend to treat this thread as a place to remember and celebrate the passing of people of both public note and people personal to forum members, and indeed in some small way try and share the loss with our fellow forum members.. I'm sad that it generates adverse comment at times....but I auppose that's the world we live in. The Guardian had to close down their comment section on this poor, unfortunate girls death due to the amount of negative commentry.
Quote from: ZenArcade on 08 April, 2014, 12:17:50 AM
The Guardian had to close down their comment section on this poor, unfortunate girls death due to the amount of negative commentry.
As much as I don't wish to extend this debate any further than it needs to - they didn't close their comment section due to negative commentary - they closed it because news stories like that tend not to have a comment section for speculation reasons and as such it was largely full of people going "why does this have a comments section, please close it!"
You could be right, however when I was on the site earlier I did notice a lot of the 'this comment has been removed as It didn't abide by their standards blurb'. Z
I'll risk derailing the thread a bit to chip in that the thing to remember about comments sections on the Guardian website articles is that they are the absolute pits and exhibit A - alongside rape threat tweets - of why most people think the internet is just awful. Stock ad hominem comments from its user database of huffy teenagers on anything from terrorist attacks to celebrity deaths are along the lines of "this shouldn't be open to comments - THIS IS TYPICAL OF THE GUARDIAN AND/OR LIBERALS," and God forbid the article should be written by - or about - a woman.
The website has a high quality of journalism, but an absolutely terrible community.
That sheds a bit more light on it. I have to admit I log on to the Guardian Football commentry page (I do not post I hasten to add) for a good laugh a the rants. Z
I'm not one to cause a fuss, but can we get this thread back on topic now? 2 pages of bickering about various things stemming from the death of Peaches is quite enough I think. Lets not risk having what was an informative and sadly an almost daily updated thread closed because some people can't play nice.
If you want to argue about the media, drugs or anything else, why not start a new thread about it?
R.I.P Peaches Geldof and Mickey Rooney
Let's ge back on track shall we? RIP Bob Larbey; writer of the Good Life, Ever Decreasing Circles, A Fine Romance and a number of other TV comedies from my childhood years.
I didn't really know enough about her to comment about her life choices, but I wish her family well.
RIP free discussion, KILLED BY INTERNETZIS.
James Brian Hellwig AKA ULTIMATE WARRIOR has passed away aged 54.
I know there are wrestling fans on here and having just seen Facebook go mad, thought I'd better pass on the sad news.
according to officials, "Warrior collapsed outside an Arizona hotel at 5:50 PM on April 8th while walking to his car with his wife. Warrior was transported to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead."
Warrior's death comes as a shock to many who saw him seemingly in full health on WWE programming the past few days. He was a 2014 inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame on Saturday, appeared at Wrestlemania 30 and was on the latest edition of Monday Night Raw in character.
Very sad news. I enjoyed watching him when I was younger. That's very young. RIP.
R.I.P Warrior
(http://www.pwmania.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/ultimate-warrior-hof.jpg)
I loved the Ultimate Warrior as a kid. His sudden appearances (where his arrival came as an apparent surprise to everyone except the bloke responsible for playing his intro-music) were a real highlight.
Nipples like bullets. RIP.
V
Quote from: vzzbux on 09 April, 2014, 08:37:47 PM
Nipples like bullets. RIP.
V
V, you're starting to worry me
Wow. What a week for it, eh?
Not been in good health for quite some time poor Sue Townsend has died aged 68
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-26982680
(http://annasbookshelf.files.wordpress.com/2012/08/adrian-mole.jpg)
Really shouldn't have been given it written about adolescence six years before I was born but Adrian Mole was the book of my childhood for one reason or another. I didn't get more than half of it but I loved it to pieces.
BLOODY HELL :'(
You know how towards the end of The Growing Pains of Adrian Mole where his vocabulary takes a quantum leap that transforms him into a teen JG Ballard? That bit.
Sad news.
Now thats a sad loss and no mistake. The Adrian Mole series was my like my bible during my teenage years. They still adorn my shelf with pride.
Oh man, Sue Townsend - that's a shame. Her books taught me that even grabbing a handful of breast through a thick sweater was an erotic experience.
Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 17 April, 2014, 10:06:10 PM
Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Neither unexpected nor untimely and yet it still feels like an unexpected ending.
Dylan Tombides dead at 20 (http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/dylan-tombides-dead-west-ham-3428469)
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 18 April, 2014, 06:58:47 PM
Dylan Tombides dead at 20 (http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/dylan-tombides-dead-west-ham-3428469)
Never heard of him, but damn that's sad.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 18 April, 2014, 06:58:47 PM
Dylan Tombides dead at 20 (http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/dylan-tombides-dead-west-ham-3428469)
Dude, are you just looking for dead people?
Not a soccer fan so I hadn't heard of him either. It is pretty sad, shoulda had years ahead of him.
The link could have been a bit more sensitively worded.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 18 April, 2014, 06:58:47 PM
Dylan Tombides dead at 20 (http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/dylan-tombides-dead-west-ham-3428469)
R.I.P
(http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/02424/simpsons2_2424552b.jpg)
double up sorry.
I was trying to insert a video link to bubbles in that last post. But it was too difficult. I know it's possible but it's clearly beyond me. Bah. So The Simpsons will have to do instead
Quote from: locustsofdeath! on 18 April, 2014, 07:16:36 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 18 April, 2014, 06:58:47 PM
Dylan Tombides dead at 20 (http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/dylan-tombides-dead-west-ham-3428469)
Dude, are you just looking for dead people?
Nope, just came up on FaceBook, the other guy's death was mentioned in another forum that I frequent!!!
Rubin Carter (http://m.bbc.co.uk/news/27097854). Just last night my mother and I were drunkenly debating the relative merits of Hurricane and Joey. Both the songs and their respective protagonists. I don't recall reaching any solid verdict.
Tito Villanova, Barcelona's manager last year!!!
Quote from: locustsofdeath! on 18 April, 2014, 07:16:36 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 18 April, 2014, 06:58:47 PM
Dylan Tombides dead at 20 (http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/dylan-tombides-dead-west-ham-3428469)
Dude, are you just looking for dead people?
The answer to that question can now be revealed....
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 25 April, 2014, 05:52:10 PM
Tito Villanova, Barcelona's manager last year!!!
It's from another forum that I frequent!!! >:(
A 10 yr old lad I've looked after for many years passed away from his degenerative condition last week..cant post his name for confidential reasons but he was a lovely lad and will be missed by us all. :'(
I think their point is... well, this thread was never supposed to be a trainspotter's obsessive death inventory, Batson. It's somewhere to mark the passing of someone you knew, or a creator whose work you always admired, a muscian you've been a fan of for years, someone who maybe had links with Tooth...
You seem to just link to any old death-related article for the sake of doing so. I mean... do you support Barcelona FC? Has their former manager's loss affected you particularly? Or at all? Had you even heard of him before now?
Quote from: The Cosh on 20 April, 2014, 05:11:57 PM
Rubin Carter (http://m.bbc.co.uk/news/27097854). Just last night my mother and I were drunkenly debating the relative merits of Hurricane and Joey. Both the songs and their respective protagonists. I don't recall reaching any solid verdict.
Both great songs!
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 26 April, 2014, 12:47:55 PM
It's from another forum that I frequent!!! >:(
What the hell kind of place is this forum you frequent???
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 18 April, 2014, 09:58:44 PM
.....the other guy's death was mentioned in another forum that I frequent!!!
A forum were some bloke who's name you cant recall/be bothered to type out again is 'mentioned' in passing as having died?
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 26 April, 2014, 01:06:22 PM
I think their point is... well, this thread was never supposed to be a trainspotter's obsessive death inventory, Batson. It's somewhere to mark the passing of someone you knew, or a creator whose work you always admired, a muscian you've been a fan of for years, someone who maybe had links with Tooth...
^ This.
Quote from: mogzilla on 26 April, 2014, 12:59:40 PM
A 10 yr old lad I've looked after for many years passed away from his degenerative condition last week..cant post his name for confidential reasons but he was a lovely lad and will be missed by us all. :'(
That's impossibly rough, Mogz. My sympathies to you and the lad's family.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 26 April, 2014, 01:06:22 PM
I think their point is... well, this thread was never supposed to be a trainspotter's obsessive death inventory, Batson. It's somewhere to mark the passing of someone you knew, or a creator whose work you always admired, a muscian you've been a fan of for years, someone who maybe had links with Tooth...
You seem to just link to any old death-related article for the sake of doing so. I mean... do you support Barcelona FC? Has their former manager's loss affected you particularly? Or at all? Had you even heard of him before now?
What he said.
You might also want to rethink the multiple exclamation marks!!! thing when announcing that someone has died. Together with the brevity of your posts, It gives every unfortunate impression of you, tumescent with excitement, rushing back here to break the big news before anyone else.
So sorry, was never ever meant to sound disrespectful. The forum is the GameFAQs 313 (UK) board, which has a RIP topic every other week. As for the exclamation marks, they're a force of habit.
It's okay. You just need to calm down a little (well, okay - a lot) when it comes to posting about peoples' deaths.
As someone said, it's not a trainspotting competition, where every celebrity or semi-celebrity death has to be breathlessly reported as soon as possible. If you haven't heard of the person, then give it a miss. If the person doesn't really mean much to you, then leave the reporting to someone else who does care or has more to say other than "------------- has died!!!"
And no multiple exclamation marks. Seriously. It really doesn't look good with stuff like this.
Aye, force of habit, sorry.
Thoughts with you Mogz
Quote from: mogzilla on 26 April, 2014, 12:59:40 PM
A 10 yr old lad I've looked after for many years passed away from his degenerative condition last week..cant post his name for confidential reasons but he was a lovely lad and will be missed by us all. :'(
Jesus. I'm sorry to hear that mog, I hope all parties involved are coping well.
i imagine the family will be suffering even though it was expected and to be honest a blessing .unfortunately its also the shit bit of my job having to say goodbye to children...luckily its not too regular an occurance .cheers guys
Bob Hoskins. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27224995) Blimey.
No, not him :(
Considering what he had coming to him through serious illness, that's a relief. He always took bad news well (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=_9SG-zYvPjk#t=17).
I'm shocked at the passing of Bob Hoskins. He was a fine actor and will be missed. RIP Bob. :(
Quote from: sauchie on 30 April, 2014, 02:26:59 PM
Considering what he had coming to him through serious illness, that's a relief. He always took bad news well (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=_9SG-zYvPjk#t=17).
A master piece of acting, you can feel every emotion he goes through. RIP
Sad news indeed and a bloody shock to me!
A British Film Icon, sad news indeed.
RIP great actor :(
Oh dear, how terribly sad. I have a huge amount of affection for the man. A national treasure. RIP. :'(
Quote from: Dunk! on 30 April, 2014, 03:13:02 PM
A British Film Icon, sad news indeed.
Very much so. So many superb performances, but, like a lot of folks - I guess, my personal favourite will always be A long good Friday.
RIP, Mr Hoskins.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 30 April, 2014, 01:39:16 PM
Bob Hoskins. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27224995) Blimey.
Initially read this as Bob Holness and got a bit wistful about childhood quiz shows. Realised my mistake and then remembered Bob Holness is already dead.
Multiple bummer.
Crikey. Wasn't expecting that one - not so soon anyway. :-(
R.I.P Bob.
A great actor.
A great Super Mario.
A truly great actor. I can remember as a kid watching a series of shorts he made for the beeb in the seventies promoting adult education. He put in fine performances in Pennies From Heaven, Mona Lisa and Twenty Four Seven. To witness an actor at his best watch the last scene in The Long Good Friday. Without a word, Hoskins expressed so many emotions; rage disbelief regret fear and hopelessness. A sad loss for drama and us all.
Quote from: ZippoCreed on 30 April, 2014, 09:22:48 PMTo witness an actor at his best watch the last scene in The Long Good Friday. Without a word, Hoskins expressed so many emotions; rage disbelief regret fear and hopelessness. A sad loss for drama and us all.
Hoskins On That Final Shot: "For that last shot John Mackenzie said I'm going to put the camera on your face Bob for five minutes and I want you to just think your way through the film. I said, "You're fucking joking, ain't you?" So I thought my way through the film and there you see it in the final edit.
'We drove all round London for that scene. What I learnt from that was that if you was thinking the thoughts of your character, whatever you are doing is right, it is conveyed in your eyes and body language. The camera can see your mind. It takes quite a bit of concentration. You feel exhausted afterwards. But it's worth it.'"RIP Bob.
Agreed that final scene in The Long Good Friday is still one of the finest film moments in British Cinema. Sorry and a little surprised to hear he's gone.
Thanks for that Goaty I haven't heard about that interview before.
Al Feldstein - EC editor / writer / artist and the man who took Mad Magazine and made it into an institution!
(http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g174/daveycandlish/10342496_10203724927143627_8629793099693694782_n_zpsf60d0c78.jpg) (http://s56.photobucket.com/user/daveycandlish/media/10342496_10203724927143627_8629793099693694782_n_zpsf60d0c78.jpg.html)
Efrem Zimbalist - American character actor, father of Stephanie (co-star in Remington Steele) and voice of Alfred in the Batman cartoon, at the age of 95
Elena Baltacha aged 30
Former British Number One in ladies tennis has passed away due to liver cancer, which was only diagnosed this January. Very sad, especially as she had battled illness all the way through her career!
Here's a link to a report ELENA BALTACHA (http://news.sky.com/story/1255085/elena-baltacha-dies-after-cancer-battle)
Colin Pillinger, of the ill-fated Beagle 2 mission to Mars
Awww, not Colin Pillinger. A real treasure of a man. Sad news indeed. Z
H.R. Giger has died, just breaking over the multi-media.
Fucking hell! :o
Dammit, he did so beautiful artworks :( Thank you for created the scary Alien ever!
(http://coolvibe.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/hrgiger111.jpg)
Very sad news to hear about Giger. I actually have 2 of his "museum" pieces sitting above my screen. A truly talented individual who can be credited for scaring the shite out of children all over the world. (along with lots of adults too)
R.I.P Mr Giger. Thank you for your contributions to art and indeed cinema.
My childhood nightmares were populated by his creations. RIP.
Oddly my first Giger memory on hearing the news was of a candle carver in Leeds. He did Giger style carvings that were really beautiful. Bought a couple off him but oboist dint hand them anymore... They looked amazing lit.
I was just thinking about Giger the other day. His work was amazing, especially his work for the unfilmed version of Dune. RIP.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 13 May, 2014, 09:00:12 AM
H.R. Giger has died
He's not dead; this is just the second stage of his life cycle. Is it too much to hope that the funeral ceremony will involve Giger lying inside his black, shiny, penis-shaped coffin and an animatronic baby alien bursting out of his chest?
Had a picture of Gigers creepy babies in the bathroom of my first flat. It never failed to raise a comment from visitors.
RIP!
Quote from: sauchie on 13 May, 2014, 11:32:32 AM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 13 May, 2014, 09:00:12 AM
H.R. Giger has died
He's not dead; this is just the second stage of his life cycle. Is it too much to hope that the funeral ceremony will involve Giger lying inside his black, shiny, penis-shaped coffin and an animatronic baby alien bursting out of his chest?
This. A legend such as he desserves no less.
Seems he sustained severe injuries after a fall at his home from which he never recovered. Very sad to hear he's gone. Must watch Alien again on DVD just to celebrate the great man's work.
I've read he had a acidic view of society and could be difficult but none the less he gave us a vision of a truly memorable alien with one of the best entrances in Cinema history. :'(
Quote from: ZenArcade on 08 May, 2014, 10:29:24 AM
Awww, not Colin Pillinger. A real treasure of a man. Sad news indeed. Z
Bit late with this one (I've been away..) but sad to hear this news. Caught him recently being interviewed on Radio 2, and it was a joy to listen to him talk about his life. RIP Mr Pillinger
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 13 May, 2014, 09:00:12 AM
H.R. Giger has died, just breaking over the multi-media.
A truly unique talent, and a visionary artist.
RIP Mr Giger
A true artistic genius. Giger depicted the monstrous and the mysterious in ways that had never been seen before or since.
Malik Bendjelloul, cult Swedish director of Searching for Sugarman at 36 :O
http://www.theguardian.com/film/2014/may/14/searching-for-sugar-man-director-malik-bendjelloul-dies-aged-36
36?! 36!! Thats no age what so ever, he's was barely out of the polyester packing! And the two instalments in the cinematic panoptica he directed where bloody fine films indeed, a true talent cut down before he bad been given a fair chance. :(
RIP brave young man, Stephen Sutton who raises £3 millions. :(
http://www.itv.com/news/update/2014-05-14/cancer-fundraiser-stephen-sutton-dies/ (http://www.itv.com/news/update/2014-05-14/cancer-fundraiser-stephen-sutton-dies/)
I believe the term 'righteous dude' applies. RIP, lad.
Aye, very sad, if not unexpected news. RIP Stephen Sutton.
Yes very sad news about a fellow Staffordshire lad.
Sir Jack Brabham 3 time F1world champion had died aged 88
I just heard on the radio that Doc Neeson (http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/jun/04/doc-neeson-dies-of-brain-tumour-at-67) once the famous Irish-head man of "The Angels" has finally succumbed to a brain tumour that he has been suffering from for the last couple of years. This is really sad, as I have been a huge, if not completely loyal fan of this band for years ever since 1987. I've been to three or four of their concerts, met the band once at the Pacific Fair shopping centre on the Gold-Coast while they were playing totally free promotional gig for their current album "Skin & Bone".
(http://www.bowiedownunder.com/artistconnections/theangels.jpg)(http://images1.newspix.com.au/CorexDoc/NPX/Media/TR9/3/5/a/b/NP126310.jpg)(http://content.video.news.com.au/NDM_-_news.com.au/30/626/docpiTHUMBNAIL_648x365_2178534913-hero.jpg)
Former lead singer of "Screaming Jets" whose name escapes me right now has now replaced him or at least tried to. He will never truly be replaced and The Angels as they are today will never be the same. It's been ages since I have seen them in concert and a shame Doc has now passed on. R.I.P.
Classic-Song (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7kYVjL2lps)
I would also like to mention that my mother dies of luekemia back in 2005, my grandfather on her side died three years ago due to major organ failure and my grandmother also on my mother's side dies over a fortnight ago. I went to her funeral with what's left of my folks. My father (Who I still live with...) and my older brother and his family. There were other distant family members there as well. A lot of people I barely know. This is also very sad :(
That's a sad list of losses ThryllSeekyr, my sincere sympathies. The inevitability of watching older generations pass is one of the roughest things about this life.
that's so true. My condolences on all your recent losses TS. I look at my 83 year old parents with growing dread at the inevitable...
I'm at the age now, where my older relations are passing away, it is hard to take. Every death is the burning of a library as the old saying goes. I am blessed with an 87 year old mother and an 83 year old father (the pup). I fear and hate the day.
Make a fuss of your folks while here's still time, peeps. It's the only solution.
My old man turned 60 last month. All I hear at the moment is how he'll be gone soon, and none of the men in our family have lived to see 70. Puts an icy feeling up my spine, that.
But at the same time, I've been able to spend a lot of time with him since he lost his mother last year. And I've spoiled him rotten.
Arr - my dad is 60 also and is always making us acutely aware that HIS dad went very suddenly at the age of 67...
Sorry for your loses Thryllseeker -
Yeah Mayor, sad news. make the most of those who are still around
I am off to a funeral tomorrow for my friends wife. She was 42 when she passed away last week from Cancer leaving 2 teenage sons. It is no age at all and I am dreading it to be honest! She is the first one out of my group of mates and respective wives / partners to pass away and it is a massive reality check that puts everything into perspective.
This is part of the reason why I am doing my Bike ride (See my post in Off Topic thread) because Cancer is a complete bastard that holds no regard for age, creed or sex.
:(
Rik Mayall :-(
Can't believe it, someone whose work I adored growing up. That one stings. Rip.
Just came to post that:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27770266
Completely devastating. Only just saw the moderately okay "Believe Nothing" from the early noughties the other day... was made a thousand times better by Mayall's presence alone.
Gutted.
bloody hell :o rip rick
58 is nothing bye Rik. :(
Quote from: amines2058 on 09 June, 2014, 04:10:54 PM
58 is nothing bye Rik. :(
Yup - and 56 is even less!
Quite shocked by this. If he was unwell, it hadn't registered
Lord Flashheart is no more.
Lots of TV laughter through my teens and early twenties involved Rik Mayall.
Sad, sad news.
B'astard! :(
That's terrible news about Rick Mayal, I started High School on the young ones.
Amines, really sorry to hear about your pals wife, 42 is way too young, I feel for all she has left behind, particularly the two kids. Cancer is a treacherous bast**d and no mistake. :-( Z
http://youtu.be/07FdVcspOfQ?t=36s
Cheers
Jim
Quote from: The Enigmatic Dr X on 09 June, 2014, 04:13:41 PM
Quote from: amines2058 on 09 June, 2014, 04:10:54 PM
58 is nothing bye Rik. :(
Yup - and 56 is even less!
Quite shocked by this. If he was unwell, it hadn't registered
Sorry I saw his wiki which quoted him being born in 58 so me being a bit thick deduced his age to be 58!
ZenArcade many thanks for the message.
Mayall had a nasty accident in the nineties, resulting in a brain injury doctors told him he shouldn't have survived. Everything since has been a bonus, I suppose.
Sad news to wake up to, as part of my comedic life from school to now is over!
Farewell you old B'stard :'(
I have just heard from the above. What the hell? How did it happen?
Very sad to hear of Rik Mayall's death. Thanks for The Young Ones, Bottom and everything else. http://bbc.in/TzSs8f
Rik Mayall, star of The Young Ones, dies aged 56.
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British comedian and actor Rik Mayall has died aged 56, according to his management team.
He played the obnoxious, poetry-writing anarchist Rick in The Young Ones alongside his friend Adrian Edmondson before the duo later went on to star in their sitcom Bottom.
Mayall also appeared in shows including Blackadder and The New Statesman.
He was left seriously ill after a quad bike accident in 1998 which left him in a coma for several days.
Mayall's film roles included the comedies Drop Dead Fred and Guest House Paradiso.
The Young Ones
Mayall famously starred in The Young Ones
His big break came at The Comic Strip Club, performing with comedy partner Adrian Edmondson as 20th Century Coyote in the 1980s which led to cult television hit The Comic Strip Presents.
He co-wrote The Young Ones with Lise Mayer and Ben Elton, which shared cult status and schoolboy humour with later sitcom Bottom.
Mayall and Edmondson's slapstick comedy often involved fires, explosions, and hefty blows to the head with a frying pan.
He also famously played the loud-mouthed and lecherous Lord Flashheart in BBC comedy series Blackadder, starring Rowan Atkinson.
Mayall appeared in the second and fourth series, shouting catchphrases such as "woof!" and "let's do-oo-oo it!".
But his early, anarchic characters gave way to the smooth, scheming Conservative politician Alan B'Stard in The New Statesman, which ran on ITV from 1986 to 1992.
A statement from Mayall's management, Brunskill, said: "We are deeply saddened to announce the death of Rik Mayall who passed away this morning.
"We will be issuing a further statement in the fullness of time."
Rik Mayall and Ade Edmonson
The sitcom Bottom was one of the fruits of Mayall and Edmonson's long comedy partnership
Blackadder producer and writer John Lloyd told the BBC: "It's really a dreadful piece of news."
"He was the most extraordinarily good actor as well as being an amazing stand-up comics. Apart from being great company, he was a great professional," said Lloyd
Comedian David Walliams was among those paying tribute on Twitter, posting a video of Mayall's entrance as Lord Flashheart in Blackadder.
He wrote: "I am heartbroken that my comedy idol growing up Rik Mayall has died. He made me want to be a comedian."
Writer Caitlin Moran tweeted: "Oh, Lord Flashheart RIP. God I loved you so hard."
Director Edgar Wright also paid tribute: "Shocked and saddened that a comedy hero is gone; for those who grew up on The Young Ones, Rik Mayall was one of funniest performers ever."
"I like my planes like I like my women. No! Get inside her 5 times a day and take her to heaven and back! WOOF!"
RIP
Aye, very sad news indeed. Cant quite believe it, tbh.
RIP peoples poet.
And punks and skins and Rastas will all gather 'round and all hold their hands in sorrow for their fallen leader and all the grown-ups will say "but why are the kids crying?"
And the kids will say, "Haven't you heard? Rick is dead."
RIP, Rik.
Shocking and sad news about Rik Mayall. RIP.
Yeah, it's shocking. I was only yesterday listening to a Richard Herring podcast where he and his guest discussed at length the impact Mayall had on their approach to comedy.
One of my fondest memories of my grandmother, now long dead, was how shocked she was at the Young Ones, yet how funny she also found it, particularly Rik.
Even now I find myself laughing when I remember Rik going through Jennifer Saunders' bag at the party, and finding the tampon - 'Did you get me a present? Ooh look, it's a little mouse!' and then gives it a drink, and suddenly realises what it is.
Comedy genius. Such a shame.
Absolutely gutted my all-time comedy hero has gone. I've followed Rik since Kevin Turvey. Each generation has their comedy legends - Goons Python League Of Gentlemen - and The Young Ones were mine. It was great to see him return to the tv screen with Man Down. I can't be too sentimental about him because he would have hated that and given me a justifiable two fingered salute!
Had enough Nazi, or do you want some more?
QuoteYeah, it's shocking. I was only yesterday listening to a Richard Herring podcast where he and his guest discussed at length the impact Mayall had on their approach to comedy.
Which episode was that? Simon Pegg? Want to give it a listen.
Quote from: radiator on 09 June, 2014, 05:41:02 PM
QuoteYeah, it's shocking. I was only yesterday listening to a Richard Herring podcast where he and his guest discussed at length the impact Mayall had on their approach to comedy.
Which episode was that? Simon Pegg? Want to give it a listen.
from memory, Greg Davis one, I think.
ah - yes Greg Davies is strikingly similar to him ... and Rik last played his dad in Man Down...
(http://www.channel4.com/media/images/CorporatePortal/Benji/2013/Comedy%20and%20Ent/Man%20Down%2015126benjie_A2.jpg)
despite only being ten years older!
:'( Still in complete shock
Absolutely gutted by that one. I love Bottom. (Don't take that out of context!)
I just can't get my head around the idea that Rik's no longer with us. I was watching various interviews and performances of his online just last week, including one where he's trying to control himself on children's tv and not make a joke about johnnies. I love that guy – it's a tamer, sadder world for his passing.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 09 June, 2014, 05:46:34 PM
Quote from: radiator on 09 June, 2014, 05:41:02 PM
QuoteYeah, it's shocking. I was only yesterday listening to a Richard Herring podcast where he and his guest discussed at length the impact Mayall had on their approach to comedy.
Which episode was that? Simon Pegg? Want to give it a listen.
from memory, Greg Davis one, I think.
They mention him in a few actually - Edgar Wright talked about him a bit too. Obviously Alexei Sayle mentioned him more than once. I'm pretty sure Graham Linehan mentions him too.
So sad to hear about Rik. I must have passed more hours in school 'hilariously' quoting Rick, Lord Flashheart, Alan and later Richie than almost anything else. A real comedy hero whose merest pervy grin could reduce me to hysterics.
Dangerous Brothers used to really amuse me as well as those already mentioned.
Bloomin sad news. Bloke had brilliant timing and consistent characterisation.
56. 9 years older than me. He was brilliant.
yeah.
Ade has said summat now:
"There were times when Rik and I were writing together when we almost died laughing. They were some of the most carefree stupid days I ever had, and I feel privileged to have shared them with him.
"And now he's died for real. Without me. Selfish bastard."
:'(
R.I.P Rik. Thanks for all the happy memories.
Shocked to hear he's gone. We've lost a very talented actor and comedian. Those Young Ones episodes were part of my youth and still make me chuckle no matter how often I see them. Not a good day today.
The world is a sadder place one of my earliest comedy hero is gone, you'll be missed thanks for the memories
Gutted.
I guess he's finally caught the last freedom moped out of nowhere city. I doff my manky leather cap to him.
Can't remember being saddened more by the death of someone I've never met. It's a common theme but I idolised Rik growing up and watched my VHS copies of The Young Ones and the Comic Strip until they broke. Genuinely brought a smile just by appearing on screen and I'm sure a whole generation feels a big loss tonight.
My friends and I used to pretend to be the Young Ones in playground games at primary school. I never got to be Rik, but one one memorable occasion "Rik" farted on my head. I shall fart in his memory whenever I can.
He was a true talent, in a really greasy, weird, violent way, and he's a great loss to us all.
- Trout
Quote from: Trout on 10 June, 2014, 01:51:49 AM
My friends and I used to pretend to be the Young Ones in playground games at primary school. I never got to be Rik, but one one memorable occasion "Rik" farted on my head. I shall fart in his memory whenever I can.
He was a true talent, in a really greasy, weird, violent way, and he's a great loss to us all.
- Trout
The wonderful memories of childhood..........
RIP Rik.
Unusually sad about this. I really feel that he and Ade's comedy formed a part of my personality. I've always hoped for a return to Bottom but in a way I'm glad it is what it is-perfectly formed anarchic comedy at its best.
I'm pretty confident I could recite the whole of Mr Jolly lives next door.
"Never ever ever bloody anything, ever-I've lived my life by that rule".
"Nicholas...let's play a game..."
"Not Fatty's game!?"
"No no no,not Fatty's game, you're all right with us, Nicholas".
Well, we rewatched BLACKADDER II: BELLS last night in tribute. I think I got as much enjoyment from seeing my 14 year old pissing himself laughing when Flashheart arrives as I did from the thing itself.
I'd forgotten that he's only in the episode for about two minutes but he stomps all over it and indelibly imprints the character on your brain - I was quoting it for years after - and I was a grown up.
Quote from: James on 10 June, 2014, 11:38:05 AM
I really feel that he and Ade's comedy formed a part of my personality.
Same here - my sense of humour is what it is as a result of those 2, with Python added in for good measure.
This is the Blackadder I always quote:
Lord Flasheart: All right men, let's do-oo-oo it! The first thing to remember is: always treat your kite like you treat your woman!
Lieutenant George: How, how do you mean, Sir? Do you mean, do you mean take her home at weekends to meet your mother?
Lord Flasheart: No, I mean get inside her five times a day and take her to heaven and back.
"Punks and skins and rastas will all gather round and hold hands in sorrow for their fallen leader! And all the grown-ups will say, "but why are the kids crying?" and the kids will say "haven't you heard? Rick is dead! The people's poet is dead!" And then one particularly articulate teenager will say, "why kids, do you understand nothing? How can Rick be dead when we still have his poems?"
Very sad news. I was looking forward to a few more decades of him playing increasingly elderly hilarious bastards, culminating around 2045 with the definitive Dirty Old Man that would forever put Albert Steptoe in the shade.
Quote from: shaolin_monkey on 10 June, 2014, 12:14:36 PM
This is the Blackadder I always quote:
Lord Flasheart: All right men, let's do-oo-oo it! The first thing to remember is: always treat your kite like you treat your woman!
Lieutenant George: How, how do you mean, Sir? Do you mean, do you mean take her home at weekends to meet your mother?
Lord Flasheart: No, I mean get inside her five times a day and take her to heaven and back.
Easily one of the few instances where an utterly mysogynistic and otherwise pulp character is somehow one of the most impressionable and charismatic and FUNNY in the entire show. And it was all down to Rik's amazing grasp on the role, dominating the scene at all times and fireing off quotable line after quotable line.
And that head butt.
"Bridesmaid- like the beard! Gives me something to hang on to!"
This was something I heard a lot when I first grew a patchy fungus on my chin in an effort to eke a few minutes more sleep out the morning. Never got old.
Quote from: James on 10 June, 2014, 11:38:05 AMI'm pretty confident I could recite the whole of Mr Jolly lives next door.
"Never ever ever bloody anything, ever-I've lived my life by that rule".
"Nicholas...let's play a game..."
"Not Fatty's game!?"
"No no no,not Fatty's game, you're all right with us, Nicholas".
Mr Jolly - my favourite! Balmy fluid, the Neon Teepee and "Escorts, Bestcorts: call us if you're saucy!". Genius.
A very sad day but there'll be a lot of smiles and belly-laughs around, which is as good a send-off as you could wish for.
Mans a comedy legend in our house. totally gutted about this one.
The quote we use at home is...
"I've got a plan...and its as hot...as my PANTS!"
RIP Rik
I'll see you in the trees (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfMcS2zrbh4), Jimmy Scott (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/music/news/a577690/legendary-sycamore-trees-jazz-singer-jimmy-scott-dies-aged-88.html#~oH5erxNpk80hbT).
That guy freaked me out more than the song. Sam Kelly, star of Allo Allo and Porridge:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27851420
Just heard Francis Matthews (the hero in Hammer film Dracula, Prince of Darkness; the voice of Captain Scarlet; 70s TV detective Paul Temple, amongst others) has died :-(
I feel a Hammer viewing coming on this afternoon in tribute
Casey Kasem.
Voice of Shaggy in the Scooby Doo cartoons, among many other accomplishments. Big figure in the music industry as a DJ.
Quote from: Trout on 15 June, 2014, 03:55:53 PM
Casey Kasem.
Voice of Shaggy in the Scooby Doo cartoons, among many other accomplishments. Big figure in the music industry as a DJ.
What a shame! Also the voice on the radio when Dana is in her kitchen in Ghostbusters.
Quote from: shaolin_monkey on 15 June, 2014, 10:49:21 PM
Quote from: Trout on 15 June, 2014, 03:55:53 PM
Casey Kasem.
Voice of Shaggy in the Scooby Doo cartoons, among many other accomplishments. Big figure in the music industry as a DJ.
What a shame! Also the voice on the radio when Dana is in her kitchen in Ghostbusters.
And
the Caser did the somewhat ill-fitting voice of
Mark in
BOTP (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55txRPmJx6s&t=5m20s).
Sheesh, that's sad. I used to listen to Casem's chart shows via some bizarre '80's radio syndication deal, and it was a surreal revelation when I made the connection with Shaggy.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 15 June, 2014, 12:48:56 PM
Just heard Francis Matthews (the hero in Hammer film Dracula, Prince of Darkness; the voice of Captain Scarlet; 70s TV detective Paul Temple, amongst others) has died :-(
I feel a Hammer viewing coming on this afternoon in tribute
He's with The Angels now ;)
For me, at least, this was one from the "surprised he was still alive" camp, but Daniel Keyes (http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-27900662) has died. If you haven't, you really should read Flowers for Algernon.
Very sad about Daniel Keyes. Flowers for Algernon is a classic book. RIP.
Flowers for Algernon was one of the greatest sci fi novels ever penned; Daniel Keys was one of the old gang and no mistake....RIP. Z
Old news now, but Gerry Goffen's passing should be an occasion to remember his fantastic body of work and the role he played in that era of music. If he hadn't broken Carol King's heart music history would be very different, and knowing that when Aretha's singing about feeling like a natural woman she's articulating Goffen's idea of what that might mean adds new layers to that song.
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/songwriter-gerry-goffin-dies-aged-75-9550807.html
Another Blackadder alumni in the (ample) form of Patsy Byrne, aka Nursie.
(Or Bernard).
Damn....if the rumours of doing another series are true, they better hurry up before they are all gone!
Terry Richards: UK stunt man dies aged 81
One of the UK's top stunt men, Terry Richards, who starred in more than 100 films including Star Wars and Raiders of the Lost Ark has died aged 81.
He played the Cairo Swordsman in the first Indiana Jones film, famously trying to goad Harrison Ford into a sword fight only to be shot dead.
In a 50-year career, Richards worked on nine 007 films, opposite four different Bonds, before retiring in 1999.
He also doubled for Donald Sutherland, Tom Selleck and Christopher Lee.
"He fought Indiana Jones, James Bond, Luke Skywalker and Rambo - there's not many people who can say that," his son Terry Richards Junior told the BBC.
Stuntman Terry Richards
Terry Richards also toured the world with a jousting show
His final film was Bond adventure Tomorrow Never Dies, which saw him beating up Pierce Brosnan in a recording studio, while other films included The Avengers, The Princess Bride, Zulu and The Dirty Dozen.
"He was a great character, a good story teller, very charming and full of humour, and was well loved and respected in the film industry," said his family.
Stunt career
Richards was born David Terence Richards in south London in 1932, but was known to everyone as Terry.
He joined the film industry in 1957, when a friend in the Welsh Guards told him they needed extras with military training.
"He was paid extra to fall off some scaffolding in a riot scene, which he did for a few extra pounds, and that was the beginning of his stunt career," said his daughter in law, Lisa Thomas.
Richards was soon working with stars like Kirk Douglas in The Vikings (1958) and became a founding member of The Stunt Register in 1960.
His family revealed he died suddenly last Saturday 14 June, and his funeral is scheduled to take place in Ruislip, north west London, later.
"He was still in good health but he was more ill than he thought," said Mr Richards.
Mr Richards said his father had enjoyed "a good life" travelling all over the world.
"He'd been dragged behind cars, fallen off buildings, shot, punched. He always used to get up, but this time sadly he wasn't getting up."
Sword fighting
Richards also taught Ray Winston to sword fight for Robin Hood and toured the world with a jousting show as the black knight, followed by 10 years jousting at the Beefeater Restaurant at the Tower of London.
At a 30th anniversary screening of Raiders of the Lost Ark in 2011, Harrison Ford revealed details of Richards' most famous role as the Cairo Swordsman.
Terry Richards
Terry Richards appeared in nine Bond films including Goldfinger
Ford said it was his idea not to duel with Richards, but to shoot him instead, as the Indiana Jones actor had fallen ill during the shoot.
"I was no longer capable of staying out of my trailer for more than it took to expose a role of film, which was 10 minutes, and then I would have to flee back there for sanitary facilities," said Ford.
He added that Richards, who had "trained and trained" for the role, was disappointed to lose the chance to show off his newly acquired sword skills.
The Cairo Swordsman did get its own action figure and has even appeared in Lego form.
Reflecting on the role and his career in an interview with Red Carpet TV in 2012, Richards said the stunt industry had changed a lot.
"Now it's all CGI. After a day's stunting when I was doing it, you really knew you did a day's work, you were covered in bruises.
"I was doing a jousting thing and I broke my wrist, I've broken ribs, sternum, cheek bone.
"Now they've got all this body armor that they can wear, it's a different ball game altogether," he added..
One of the UK's top stunt men, Terry Richards, who starred in more than 100 films including Star Wars and Raiders of the Lost Ark has died aged 81.
He played the Cairo Swordsman in the first Indiana Jones film, famously trying to goad Harrison Ford into a sword fight only to be shot dead.
In a 50-year career, Richards worked on nine 007 films, opposite four different Bonds, before retiring in 1999.
He also doubled for Donald Sutherland, Tom Selleck and Christopher Lee.
"He fought Indiana Jones, James Bond, Luke Skywalker and Rambo - there's not many people who can say that," his son Terry Richards Junior told the BBC.
Stuntman Terry Richards
Terry Richards also toured the world with a jousting show
His final film was Bond adventure Tomorrow Never Dies, which saw him beating up Pierce Brosnan in a recording studio, while other films included The Avengers, The Princess Bride, Zulu and The Dirty Dozen.
"He was a great character, a good story teller, very charming and full of humour, and was well loved and respected in the film industry," said his family.
Stunt career
Richards was born David Terence Richards in south London in 1932, but was known to everyone as Terry.
He joined the film industry in 1957, when a friend in the Welsh Guards told him they needed extras with military training.
"He was paid extra to fall off some scaffolding in a riot scene, which he did for a few extra pounds, and that was the beginning of his stunt career," said his daughter in law, Lisa Thomas.
Richards was soon working with stars like Kirk Douglas in The Vikings (1958) and became a founding member of The Stunt Register in 1960.
His family revealed he died suddenly last Saturday 14 June, and his funeral is scheduled to take place in Ruislip, north west London, later.
"He was still in good health but he was more ill than he thought," said Mr Richards.
Mr Richards said his father had enjoyed "a good life" travelling all over the world.
"He'd been dragged behind cars, fallen off buildings, shot, punched. He always used to get up, but this time sadly he wasn't getting up."
Sword fighting
Richards also taught Ray Winston to sword fight for Robin Hood and toured the world with a jousting show as the black knight, followed by 10 years jousting at the Beefeater Restaurant at the Tower of London.
At a 30th anniversary screening of Raiders of the Lost Ark in 2011, Harrison Ford revealed details of Richards' most famous role as the Cairo Swordsman.
Terry Richards
Terry Richards appeared in nine Bond films including Goldfinger
Ford said it was his idea not to duel with Richards, but to shoot him instead, as the Indiana Jones actor had fallen ill during the shoot.
"I was no longer capable of staying out of my trailer for more than it took to expose a role of film, which was 10 minutes, and then I would have to flee back there for sanitary facilities," said Ford.
He added that Richards, who had "trained and trained" for the role, was disappointed to lose the chance to show off his newly acquired sword skills.
The Cairo Swordsman did get its own action figure and has even appeared in Lego form.
Reflecting on the role and his career in an interview with Red Carpet TV in 2012, Richards said the stunt industry had changed a lot.
"Now it's all CGI. After a day's stunting when I was doing it, you really knew you did a day's work, you were covered in bruises.
"I was doing a jousting thing and I broke my wrist, I've broken ribs, sternum, cheek bone.
"Now they've got all this body armour that they can wear, it's a different ball game altogether," he added.. (http://one%20of%20the%20uk's%20top%20stunt%20men,%20Terry%20Richards,%20who%20starred%20in%20more%20than%20100%20films%20including%20Star%20Wars%20and%20Raiders%20of%20the%20Lost%20Ark%20has%20died%20aged%2081.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EHe%20played%20the%20Cairo%20Swordsman%20in%20the%20first%20Indiana%20Jones%20film,%20famously%20trying%20to%20goad%20Harrison%20Ford%20into%20a%20sword%20fight%20only%20to%20be%20shot%20dead.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EIn%20a%2050-year%20career,%20Richards%20worked%20on%20nine%20007%20films,%20opposite%20four%20different%20Bonds,%20before%20retiring%20in%201999.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EHe%20also%20doubled%20for%20Donald%20Sutherland,%20Tom%20Selleck%20and%20Christopher%20Lee.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3E"He%20fought%20Indiana%20Jones,%20James%20Bond,%20Luke%20Skywalker%20and%20Rambo%20-%20there's%20not%20many%20people%20who%20can%20say%20that,"%20his%20son%20Terry%20Richards%20Junior%20told%20the%20BBC.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EStuntman%20Terry%20Richards%3Cbr%20/%3ETerry%20Richards%20also%20toured%20the%20world%20with%20a%20jousting%20show%3Cbr%20/%3EHis%20final%20film%20was%20Bond%20adventure%20Tomorrow%20Never%20Dies,%20which%20saw%20him%20beating%20up%20Pierce%20Brosnan%20in%20a%20recording%20studio,%20while%20other%20films%20included%20The%20Avengers,%20The%20Princess%20Bride,%20Zulu%20and%20The%20Dirty%20Dozen.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3E"He%20was%20a%20great%20character,%20a%20good%20story%20teller,%20very%20charming%20and%20full%20of%20humour,%20and%20was%20well%20loved%20and%20respected%20in%20the%20film%20industry,"%20said%20his%20family.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EStunt%20career%3Cbr%20/%3ERichards%20was%20born%20David%20Terence%20Richards%20in%20south%20London%20in%201932,%20but%20was%20known%20to%20everyone%20as%20Terry.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EHe%20joined%20the%20film%20industry%20in%201957,%20when%20a%20friend%20in%20the%20Welsh%20Guards%20told%20him%20they%20needed%20extras%20with%20military%20training.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3E"He%20was%20paid%20extra%20to%20fall%20off%20some%20scaffolding%20in%20a%20riot%20scene,%20which%20he%20did%20for%20a%20few%20extra%20pounds,%20and%20that%20was%20the%20beginning%20of%20his%20stunt%20career,"%20said%20his%20daughter%20in%20law,%20Lisa%20Thomas.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3ERichards%20was%20soon%20working%20with%20stars%20like%20Kirk%20Douglas%20in%20The%20Vikings%20(1958)%20and%20became%20a%20founding%20member%20of%20The%20Stunt%20Register%20in%201960.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EHis%20family%20revealed%20he%20died%20suddenly%20last%20Saturday%2014%20June,%20and%20his%20funeral%20is%20scheduled%20to%20take%20place%20in%20Ruislip,%20north%20west%20London,%20later.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3E"He%20was%20still%20in%20good%20health%20but%20he%20was%20more%20ill%20than%20he%20thought,"%20said%20Mr%20Richards.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EMr%20Richards%20said%20his%20father%20had%20enjoyed%20"a%20good%20life"%20travelling%20all%20over%20the%20world.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3E"He'd%20been%20dragged%20behind%20cars,%20fallen%20off%20buildings,%20shot,%20punched.%20He%20always%20used%20to%20get%20up,%20but%20this%20time%20sadly%20he%20wasn't%20getting%20up."%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3ESword%20fighting%3Cbr%20/%3ERichards%20also%20taught%20Ray%20Winston%20to%20sword%20fight%20for%20Robin%20Hood%20and%20toured%20the%20world%20with%20a%20jousting%20show%20as%20the%20black%20knight,%20followed%20by%2010%20years%20jousting%20at%20the%20Beefeater%20Restaurant%20at%20the%20Tower%20of%20London.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EAt%20a%2030th%20anniversary%20screening%20of%20Raiders%20of%20the%20Lost%20Ark%20in%202011,%20Harrison%20Ford%20revealed%20details%20of%20Richards'%20most%20famous%20role%20as%20the%20Cairo%20Swordsman.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3ETerry%20Richards%3Cbr%20/%3ETerry%20Richards%20appeared%20in%20nine%20Bond%20films%20including%20Goldfinger%3Cbr%20/%3EFord%20said%20it%20was%20his%20idea%20not%20to%20duel%20with%20Richards,%20but%20to%20shoot%20him%20instead,%20as%20the%20Indiana%20Jones%20actor%20had%20fallen%20ill%20during%20the%20shoot.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3E"I%20was%20no%20longer%20capable%20of%20staying%20out%20of%20my%20trailer%20for%20more%20than%20it%20took%20to%20expose%20a%20role%20of%20film,%20which%20was%2010%20minutes,%20and%20then%20I%20would%20have%20to%20flee%20back%20there%20for%20sanitary%20facilities,"%20said%20Ford.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EHe%20added%20that%20Richards,%20who%20had%20"trained%20and%20trained"%20for%20the%20role,%20was%20disappointed%20to%20lose%20the%20chance%20to%20show%20off%20his%20newly%20acquired%20sword%20skills.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EThe%20Cairo%20Swordsman%20did%20get%20its%20own%20action%20figure%20and%20has%20even%20appeared%20in%20Lego%20form.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EReflecting%20on%20the%20role%20and%20his%20career%20in%20an%20interview%20with%20Red%20Carpet%20TV%20in%202012,%20Richards%20said%20the%20stunt%20industry%20had%20changed%20a%20lot.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3E"Now%20it's%20all%20CGI.%20After%20a%20day's%20stunting%20when%20I%20was%20doing%20it,%20you%20really%20knew%20you%20did%20a%20day's%20work,%20you%20were%20covered%20in%20bruises.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3E"I%20was%20doing%20a%20jousting%20thing%20and%20I%20broke%20my%20wrist,%20I've%20broken%20ribs,%20sternum,%20cheek%20bone.%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3E"Now%20they've%20got%20all%20this%20body%20armour%20that%20they%20can%20wear,%20it's%20a%20different%20ball%20game%20altogether,"%20he%20added..)[/url]
Surprised no-one else picked up on this:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27972771 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27972771)
Feliz Dennis - anyone who calls their poetry tour "Did I mention the free wine" can't be that dumb.
Quote from: The Doctor Alt 8 on 24 June, 2014, 03:54:43 PMTerry Richards: UK stunt man dies aged 81
That is a shame.
Strange but true: as a longtime fan of action cinema, I was so immersed in the behind-the-scenes stuff that when I read the first
Big Dave strip where he teams up with "Terry", I instinctively assumed Millar/Morrison were making a reference to Richards, not Waite (the two Terrys even look the same).
God rest him.
Did anybody mention the lead singer of Masters-Apprentices?
That was a life well lived. RIP Terry.
Gary Oldman's career.
Eli Wallach, the man who played Tuco Benidicto Juan maria Ramirez (the rat) one of my favourite charachters amongst very many other classic roles has passed on. A sad start to the day. RIP
and Mr Freeze. :(
Hell of a career - the definitive Mexican Bandito played by a Polish Jew from Brooklyn, sheer brilliance.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-28012230 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-28012230)
Gutted about Eli Wallach but 98 is pretty good innings!
Aye it may be a little standard but Tuco for me was what made the Good the Bad and the Ugly so phenomenal -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvSZ_HQmZgQ
I was surprised he was still here but RIP Eli.
I only realised he played a crusty WASP master of the universe in the Whoopi Goldberg capitalist satire The Associate (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3ewBTXlGP0https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3ewBTXlGP0) when I saw his name in the credits. After The Magnificent Seven and The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, I genuinely thought he was a Mexican actor rather than one of the many Jewish actors who found a niche playing ethnicities other than their own. I loved Tuco as a kid, and the relationship between him and Eastwood's character seems like a forerunner of that between Ukko and Sláine.
Aww RIP Eli.
Best thing about The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly.
(http://media.giphy.com/media/7qeOvQC1pRFJK/giphy.gif)
Apologies: Tuco Benidicto Pacifico Juan Maria Ramirez. He has left many with a warm feeling in their hearts and lifelong fond memories. I guess you can't go out better than that. Z :D
Awww, that's a shame about Eli. He seemed a classy gent. RIP.
Quote from: radiator on 24 June, 2014, 11:09:06 PM
Gary Oldman's career.
Nah. If
giyur isn't an option I'm sure Mel could find him summink.
Quote from: Eric Plumrose on 25 June, 2014, 06:52:56 PM
Quote from: radiator on 24 June, 2014, 11:09:06 PM
Gary Oldman's career.
Nah. If giyur isn't an option I'm sure Mel could find him summink.
Oldman, Gibson, Pee-Wee Herman, and Shia LeBeouf should make an Expendables type film together. Roman Polanski could direct it.
Eli Wallach - a great character actor who was one of Hollywood's survivors.
A proper jobbing actor that never got caught up in his own ego. A very sad loss, sadder still knowing there are so few of is contemporaries left, and they are bound to soon follow. :(
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 25 June, 2014, 09:10:58 PM
A very sad loss, sadder still knowing there are so few of is contemporaries left, and they are bound to soon follow. :(
Every time the conversation turns to stars of the golden age, I have to check Wikipedia (http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kirk_Douglas) to make sure I'm right in thinking that Kirk Douglas is still with us. John Wayne once admonished Douglas for taking what he perceived to be weak and effeminate roles, but 98 years and a debilitating stroke later, I'd say Douglas must qualify as the hardest son of a bitch on Earth.
Yup, he is a tough old bugger. :D
A faustian pact, seemingly he sacrificed a goat and did the deal with his soul on the condition that his lifespan would be inversly proportional to his sons acting success. Z
Bobby Womack Soul Legend has passed away aged 70.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 28 June, 2014, 01:35:07 AM
Bobby Womack Soul Legend has passed away aged 70.
If I don't post it, someone else will: http://youtu.be/KtzRJgZG98I
Quote from: sauchie on 28 June, 2014, 08:03:32 AM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 28 June, 2014, 01:35:07 AM
Bobby Womack Soul Legend has passed away aged 70.
If I don't post it, someone else will: http://youtu.be/KtzRJgZG98I
Just a glorious song.
The last original Ramone, Tommy, has died. :(
http://www.theepochtimes.com/n3/798444-tommy-ramone-dies-ramones-member-born-erdelyi-tamas-dead-at-65/
Quote from: Albion on 12 July, 2014, 08:12:29 AM
The last original Ramone, Tommy, has died. :( http://www.theepochtimes.com/n3/798444-tommy-ramone-dies-ramones-member-born-erdelyi-tamas-dead-at-65/
When you consider how many of their contemporaries from the Laurel Canyon, glam rock, prog, and metal scenes are still alive and touring, there's an awful attrition rate for anyone connected to that band.
The Curse Of The Ramones would have been a great album title. RIP.
'Jackie is a bookie, Judy's taking loans They both came up to New York just to see the Ramones'. RIP Tommy,thanks for the endless years of entertainment from the band that should have ruled the world! Z
Aye RIP Tommy.
Brilliant band, and those first five LP's are indispensable IMO, and should be in everyone's collection.
actor David Legeno from the harry potters died whilst hiking
Indeed they should Spikes, and I'm the sour boy today with this news. Z
Quote from: Albion on 12 July, 2014, 08:12:29 AM
The last original Ramone, Tommy, has died. :(
Ah, crap.
Jan Shepheard. Influential Art editor/artist, who's career in British comics, spanned from the early 60's to the 90's. And whilst at 2000ad, Jan was responsible for designing the original Judge Dredd logo, amongst many others.
Very sad news. RIP Jan Shepheard.
Quote from: Spikes on 13 July, 2014, 12:31:26 PM
Jan Shepheard. Influential Art editor/artist, who's career in British comics, spanned from the early 60's to the 90's. And whilst at 2000ad, Jan was responsible for designing the original Judge Dredd logo, amongst many others.
Very sad news. RIP Jan Shepheard.
By all accounts a great lady. All respect to her.
Sad news indeed, a person to whom all here owe a great deal.
RIP Jan
Really sad news. I'm at least as interested in the visual design side of 2000ad as I am in the stories, and I'd hoped Jan's enormous wealth of experience creating the comics that we love might have made her a candidate for a feature in the Megazine one day. Her matter of fact and self deprecating summary of her contribution to the history of the comic in David MacDonald's excellent and informative One Eyed Jack and the Death of Valiant (http://www.comicsy.co.uk/hibernia/), detailing her long association with Anglo-era Marvelman, Buster, Valiant, 2000ad, Starlord, Tornado, Eagle, Scream, and Roy of the Rovers will have to serve as her monument here.
The feature contained in OEJATDOV detailing the vital and extensive part(s) played by the art editor in creating the comic that came into your hands each Wednesday is an eye opener - not just preparing the art for print, but extending artwork, creating logos, character design, and even consulting with the creators and editors on what kind of stories and characters should feature in the comic. Kev O'Neill credits Jan Shepheard as one of the formative influences on his work, informing the hand crafted ethic he employs on TLOEG to this day, and - of course - if she hadn't taken the move to Starlord as art editor instead of O'Neill, 2000ad would have lost a genius who created some of its most memorable art and characters.
That wee Dredd face on the J of the logo was one of the first things that drew my attention to the fact that 2000ad was the kind of comic that rewarded paying close attention, and that the people responsible weren't just hacking them out. That fantastic jagged and indented logo suggested to me the rubble and the dereliction of the post-Apocalypse War stories which were my introduction to the strip, and her scratchy, wind blown Strontium Dog ident conjoured the countless blasted John Ford desert landscapes in which the stories took place. Jan said she put the wee Dredd face there because she realised the strip needed and warranted something extra to draw attention to its worth, and she deserves no less herself. RIP.
(http://i1050.photobucket.com/albums/s410/sauchieboy/8842eab9-eae4-47da-8bc1-655a80c475e0.jpg?t=1405273668)
Yeah, it would be great to have a feature on her contributions to the prog.
I don't think they should ever have stopped using that Dredd logo.
^ Like button.
Yeah, I've always wanted them to keep the original logo.
Quote from: JamesC on 13 July, 2014, 07:31:58 PM
I don't think they should ever have stopped using that Dredd logo.
So good they had to use it in 2 films.
(http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff248/burlearth/Snapshot-2014-07-13at08_31_41PM-82499335_zps3048574e.jpg)
(http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff248/burlearth/Snapshot-2014-07-13at08_33_01PM-347538889_zpsebb466c6.jpg)
Neil Craig, owner of the Future Shock comic shop in Glasgow's Byre's Road (https://twitter.com/mrmarkmillar/status/488380152783454209). He reminded me of Lucien the book keeper from The Sandman, and was responsible for one of the freakiest experiences of my life. I was about 14 or 15, and fantastically uncommunicative. You know how lots of folk describe comic shops as these great social hubs where they discovered a world of people with a shared interest - that wasn't me. I'd nod as I entered the shop, browse in silence, and endure as much small talk as it took to get my purchases through the till so I could leave with my haul.
I was the only person in the shop apart from him, and I'd been raking through the long boxes for about fifteen minutes, when suddenly he just started singing John Lennon's Imagine. Not TO me, not along with the radio, he just started singing - quite loudly. Nothing I'd experienced in life up until that point (or since) gave me any idea how to respond to such a social situation, but the tension it created in that small space was palpable. I grabbed my comics, did my best to act as if nothing unbelievably odd had just happened, and made for the subway station like Tam O'Shanter's horse.
If he just wanted to get rid of me so he could shut the shop, it worked, but I think it's more likely that he was just the kind of wonderfully odd character who did that kind of thing if he felt like it. For that reason alone, plus being friendly and helpful in the face of my teenage awkwardness, he'll never be forgotten.
Quote from: JamesC on 13 July, 2014, 07:31:58 PM
I don't think they should ever have stopped using that Dredd logo.
This ^^^ many times over. Every other logo, no matter how sharp or stylish, has been inferior. It's not like the 2000AD logo itself where you can argue the pros and cons of versions in a my-favourite-Doctor way - there is only one choice of Dredd logo.
Oh. I hadn't been in Futureshock for 20+ years when I popped in about 2 weeks ago. Sad news.
Quote from: TordelBack on 13 July, 2014, 08:48:54 PM
Quote from: JamesC on 13 July, 2014, 07:31:58 PM
I don't think they should ever have stopped using that Dredd logo.
This ^^^ many times over. Every other logo, no matter how sharp or stylish, has been inferior. It's not like the 2000AD logo itself where you can argue the pros and cons of versions in a my-favourite-Doctor way - there is only one choice of Dredd logo.
Completely.
I remember thinking when the Megazine [1.0]1 appeared, why the oh-so-perfect classic Dredd logo wasn't used...? It felt like a conscious decision not to use it and bizarre.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 13 July, 2014, 08:35:30 PM
So good they had to use it in 2 films
Seeing that logo onscreen was the highlight of both films for me. It does seem like it would be a lovely gesture to restore that wonderful bit of design to the prog as a mark of respect - even if it was only for one episode.
Yes, I'll add my voice to the call for restoring the original Dredd logo - even if, as others have said, its only for a one off mark of respect.
I'm sad to hear about Neil Craig. I bought my comics there for years and he was always a character.
I've only just heard the news about Jan Shepheard. RIP Mrs Shepheard, thanks for all your talent and hard work.
I would also love to see the original Dredd logo restored too. I cheer whenever it gets used on some new item.
It's easily the best logo Dredd has ever had and the only one that's really stuck with me as being the definitive one. Like others have said, seeing it in the film got me massively excited.
Really sad news.
(http://www.newburycomics.com/stores/newburycomics/user-images/preorder_johnnywinter_image.jpg)
Mr Winter (https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=10152559544582350&id=58833032349)
Ahh Fuck. Extremely sad news about JW. :'(
Quote from: Keef Monkey on 15 July, 2014, 09:12:00 AM
It's easily the best logo Dredd has ever had and the only one that's really stuck with me as being the definitive one. Like others have said, seeing it in the film got me massively excited.
Really sad news.
Yep, it's grizzled and craggy but powerful and authoritative, and thus is even more appropriate than ever to today's aged-but-tough-as-old-boots* old-timer Dredd.
*one size too small, of course
Quote from: von Boom on 17 July, 2014, 07:57:54 PM
Ahh Fuck. Extremely sad news about JW. :'(
Jeez - you can't post
those initials on this thread without giving half the folk here a panic attack. I'm sorry to hear about blues dude, but massively relieved that
Dark Justice won't have to be published posthumously.
Was Tommy the tall one?
Weren't there brothers called Ramone?
Hence the name of the group.
James Garner at 86.
Rockford Files, Maverick, Disney's Atlantis.
He was great.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 20 July, 2014, 12:07:38 AM
Was Tommy the tall one?
Weren't there brothers called Ramone?
Hence the name of the group.
The bands name was inspired by Paul McCartney's use of the pseudonym Paul Ramon during his early days.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 20 July, 2014, 08:34:24 AM
James Garner at 86. Rockford Files, Maverick, Disney's Atlantis. He was great.
Great he was. In
Talking Pictures, Barry Norman used Garner as his example of why the Hollywood system didn't produce stars like Bogart and Cary Grant anymore. His thesis was that studios had stopped making the number and type of films which allowed charismatic actors to put their personality across and make a personal connection with the audience, and that those kind of actors had migrated to TV. That's even more true today, so I'd add being responsible for showing actors like Matthew McConaughey that the road from TV to film isn't a one way street to Garner's list of accomplishments.
Patriot star dead at 21 (http://www.tmz.com/2014/07/19/skye-mccole-bartusiak-dies-dead-the-patriot/)
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 20 July, 2014, 08:34:24 AM
James Garner at 86.
Rockford Files, Maverick, Disney's Atlantis.
He was great.
If it wasn't for Clint Eastwood, Garner would have been the coolest man in the 70's. Loved his work....a sad loss.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 20 July, 2014, 02:33:31 PM
Patriot star dead at 21 (http://www.tmz.com/2014/07/19/skye-mccole-bartusiak-dies-dead-the-patriot/)
Jesus, that's an odious piece of writing. Makes the Daily Mail look like Woodward and Bernstein.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 20 July, 2014, 02:44:45 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 20 July, 2014, 02:33:31 PM
Patriot star dead at 21 (http://www.tmz.com/2014/07/19/skye-mccole-bartusiak-dies-dead-the-patriot/)
Jesus, that's an odious piece of writing. Makes the Daily Mail look like Woodward and Bernstein.
TMZ is the epitamy of bad taste.
One of Garner's late but great roles:
Tastes like a shit and smells like a fart (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4EGXSuFuIw)
Barbarians At The Gate (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_df7n4DO6w)
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 20 July, 2014, 11:07:29 PM
One of Garner's late but great roles:
Tastes like a shit and smells like a fart (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4EGXSuFuIw)
Barbarians At The Gate (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_df7n4DO6w)
Is that Hank from
Breaking Bad in that scene? I'll watch the rest of
Barbarians At The Gate after work - never seen it before, despite it being by the great Larry Gelbart. Very topical too (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-28389273).
Quote from: Albion on 20 July, 2014, 08:46:19 AM
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 20 July, 2014, 12:07:38 AM
Was Tommy the tall one?
Weren't there brothers called Ramone?
Hence the name of the group.
The bands name was inspired by Paul McCartney's use of the pseudonym Paul Ramon during his early days.
I was thinking of the
Ramones
(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramones)
I just read about this on
Facebook(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xaf1/t1.0-9/s526x395/1924330_10152572816917429_8506083109947973493_n.jpg)
Last seen him in that western movie based on the television series he was well known for when he was a younger man. He was father of
Mel Gibson's character's who was playing his original part.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 21 July, 2014, 01:37:44 PM
Quote from: Albion on 20 July, 2014, 08:46:19 AM
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 20 July, 2014, 12:07:38 AM
Was Tommy the tall one? Weren't there brothers called Ramone? Hence the name of the group.
The bands name was inspired by Paul McCartney's use of the pseudonym Paul Ramon during his early days.
I was thinking of the Ramones
(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramones)
ARF! If you're not Graham Linehan workshopping a new comedy character in the mould of Father Dougal McGuire or Moss from the IT Crowd, we should be paying you some kind of subscription for the service you're providing. Cheers,
Thryllseekr.
Sad to hear the loss of the great Dick Smith, special effects make-up supremo. I used to read about his techniques in Fangoria back way back when.
Jon "fat" Beast has passed away aged 51
The legendary indie music promoter of the late 80's early 90's &manager of CarterUSM
Quote from: rogue69 on 01 August, 2014, 12:35:49 AM
Jon "fat" Beast has passed away aged 51
The legendary indie music promoter of the late 80's early 90's &manager of CarterUSM
Rest in peace, you fat bastard.
(Somebody had to say it. It might as well have been me, another fat bastard.)
I was saddened to hear of the death of Rod De'Ath at the early age of 63......
Rod was a fantastic drummer who played with the legendary Rory Gallagher on some of his greatest music in the 70's and 80's.
Check out the drumming on Bullfrog Blues or Going to my Home Town to hear the relentless 'driving beat'..
Great stuff !!
Cheers
Damned sad, I read this really interesting bit about him a while back in the ole' Classic Rock mag that I tracked down this morning via the Wayback machine... (http://web.archive.org/web/20120420195704/http://www.classicrockmagazine.com/news/rod-death-the-strange-story-of-rory-gallaghers-drummer/)
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Strange story, interesting character - sad loss.
Thanks for that CFM but for some reason that 'link' will not open for me.....
Any chance you could post another, as I'm always interested in that type of article..
Cheers
Quote from: Sideshow Bob on 02 August, 2014, 02:00:15 PM
Thanks for that CFM but for some reason that 'link' will not open for me.....
Any chance you could post another, as I'm always interested in that type of article..
Cheers
Try this. (http://web.archive.org/web/20130519150400/http://www.classicrockmagazine.com/news/rod-death-the-strange-story-of-rory-gallaghers-drummer)
Mike Smith, Radio One DJ (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-28623367)
Thanks for that M.I.K. ....That one opened fine..
What an interesting ( and very strange ) story...
Cheers.
Sad to hear about Mike Smith. He's not been on telly much recently, much like his wife a Sarah Green, but both were pretty big figures during the late 80s, early 90s. Ghost watch was a classic!
The first thing I thought of when I heard the news was the joke that came out when he was involved in a helicopter crash. Something about not being able to keep his chopper up!
He always seemed like a top bloke though, and I really liked Sarah Green too. Very sad.
Studio Ghibli: http://www.imdb.com/news/ni57559235/
Quote from: sauchie post office on 03 August, 2014, 11:48:02 PM
Studio Ghibli: http://www.imdb.com/news/ni57559235/
This news is very upsetting. I have loved Ghibli movies since seeing Laputa: Castle in the Sky as a kid, and now love sitting down with my own kids and watching all of their movies, and eagerly awaiting the next release. It is sad to know there will be no more from them. Spirited Away must rank as one of my favourite movies of all time. :'( :| :'(
It was always about Miyazaki though and when he retired I did wonder if they could continue. It's better they close down than start releasing sub standard pap. The great films they made will still be there.
Incredibly saddening to see the doors of Ghibli close, a masterful company that will be remembered.
They aren't closing only restructuring. The news led to a difficult conversation with my ten year old daughter where I tried to explain what restructuring meant and failed miserably. Hopefully restructuring in Japan means more than it does over here - usually redundancies and a loss of quality.
Yeah, from the link above it appears that they are going to be moving into a phase of 'marketing the hell out of the old works' rather than working on new films.
Now I likes me some Totoro merch as much as the next man, but there is already a hell of a lot of stuff out there...
Sally Hardesty (http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-28671444) from out of one of the few decent horror films.
Alan Moore scattered the late Steve Moore's ashes on Shooter's Hill this evening, under the light of a super massive pink moon.
Hell of a send off for a great guy. Z
Robin Williams, aged 63 - early reports are saying 'apparent suicide'.
BBC News 'breaking news' article (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-28749702).
Shit, that's rough. Say what you want about the guy - I personally had a lot of affection for him. RIP.
God, that's depressing - he was once part of the cultural furniture he was that ubiquitous, and in so many great and memorable roles, too. I haven't seen Good Morning Vietnam in years and that needs to be corrected soon.
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Ah, stomm. Genuinely upset.
Even sadder news given the circumstances. Upsetting.
Absolutely dreadful and unexpected news about the death of Robin Williams....
A really great actor ( saw him recently, in Good Will Hunting and he was marvellous ) and also an extremely funny stand up comic. Will be sadly missed...RIP Robin Williams, you made millions laugh !!
That news is quite shocking and terribly sad!
From when he was on telly as Mork, through his extremely energentic live comedy routines to seeing him portray various characters through his films, I've enjoyed his work enormously. A very talented man and very giving, having read the Christopher Reeves autobiography, he helped pay for a lot of his medical costs!
I used to IDOLISE Robin Williams as a kid - this is one of those deaths that seems too big to be real.
Hard to believe. A truly outstanding stand-up, and so many great roles in key TV shows and films (and not a few awful ones). Thinking about his body of work, it's hard to believe he was so young. Desperately sad news.
Free the little guy!
Poor man.
Sudden crappy news and someone you'd think had everything to live for.
His films have had a presence throughout my life and as a fan of the book he was an excellent Garp.
Someone at work just mentioned The Fisher King and I let out an audible "FUCK!" that's still echoing around the early morning office.
You'll be missed Mr Williams, especially in my house.
Dunk!
Ah crap.
May have to dig one of his stand up videos out of the garage to watch tonight.
Dammit! RIP Robin, always loved him in his films, Good Morning Vietnam and many.
How weird as was watch The Family Guy last night on BBC3 when Peter turning everybody he touches into Robin Williams.
Sleep well my good man.
O Captain! My Captain!
:'(
'Robin Williams was an airman, a doctor, a genie, a nanny, a president, a professor, a bangarang Peter Pan and everything in between. But he was one of a kind. He arrived in our lives as an alien - but he ended up touching every element of the human spirit.' - President Obama
And if it was suicide as a result of depression it shows just how vigilant family members of people suffering this disease have to be, despite all his success and charitable work and joy that he brought people, this thing could still lay him low. I'm genuinely saddened by this news, we need all the laughs we can get in this world. Poor soul.
Quote from: Goaty on 12 August, 2014, 10:36:44 AM
'Robin Williams was an airman, a doctor, a genie, a nanny, a president, a professor, a bangarang Peter Pan and everything in between. But he was one of a kind. He arrived in our lives as an alien - but he ended up touching every element of the human spirit.' - President Obama
Note he doesn't include creepy photo booth guy, gay director, homeless loon or murderer. But fair play to Obama's writers, not a bad job there.
It'd maybe be something if this sad end to a great life finally allowed people to see that the darkest depression is not the product of an inability to cope with hard times or a weakness of character but rather something that can destroy you when you're on top of the world, and one of the planet's finest people. Depression tells you you're none of those things, and you and the world would be better off without you: how wrong that is.
Quote from: TordelBack on 12 August, 2014, 11:46:30 AM
Quote from: Goaty on 12 August, 2014, 10:36:44 AM
'Robin Williams was an airman, a doctor, a genie, a nanny, a president, a professor, a bangarang Peter Pan and everything in between. But he was one of a kind. He arrived in our lives as an alien - but he ended up touching every element of the human spirit.' - President Obama
Note he doesn't include creepy photo booth guy, gay director, homeless loon or murderer. But fair play to Obama's writers, not a bad job there.
It'd maybe be something if this sad end to a great life finally allowed people to see that the darkest depression is not the product of an inability to cope with hard times or a weakness of character but rather something that can destroy you when you're on top of the world, and one of the planet's finest people. Depression tells you you're none of those things, and you and the world would be better off without you: how wrong that is.
Amen to that
Well-put.
Yeah, very well put Tordelback. It's a massively misunderstood illness and is often overlooked or unrecognised even by someone in the grips of it.
Really sad to hear about Robin Williams, a proper legend and one of those celebrity deaths that's quite hard to process given how much of a mark he made. They'll be no-one else like him again for sure.
According to the entertainment correspondent on the BBC News this morning Disney's Aladdin wasn't eligible to be considered for the Best Screenplay Oscar because such a massive proportion of it (basically all of Robin Williams' lines) was improvised.
I thought that was pretty great. Maybe they should do a Robin Williams Award for best improvisation in a Motion Picture.
Quote from: JamesC on 12 August, 2014, 12:59:14 PM
According to the entertainment correspondent on the BBC News this morning Disney's Aladdin wasn't eligible to be considered for the Best Screenplay Oscar because such a massive proportion of it (basically all of Robin Williams' lines) was improvised.
I thought that was pretty great. Maybe they should do a Robin Williams Award for best improvisation in a Motion Picture.
Agreed!
Quote from: JamesC on 12 August, 2014, 12:59:14 PM
According to the entertainment correspondent on the BBC News this morning Disney's Aladdin wasn't eligible to be considered for the Best Screenplay Oscar because such a massive proportion of it (basically all of Robin Williams' lines) was improvised.
I thought that was pretty great. Maybe they should do a Robin Williams Award for best improvisation in a Motion Picture.
By all accounts, he did pretty much the same thing in Mork and Mindy - as has been related many times since, the writers started leaving large sections of the script empty, with just the note 'Robin can go off here' and let him get on with being Robin Williams. In his day, he was the funniest man in the world. An awful loss - it's been a bad year for comedy heroes.
So sad about Robin Williams. Words fail. :'(
Quote from: TordelBack on 12 August, 2014, 11:46:30 AM
Quote from: Goaty on 12 August, 2014, 10:36:44 AM
'Robin Williams was an airman, a doctor, a genie, a nanny, a president, a professor, a bangarang Peter Pan and everything in between. But he was one of a kind. He arrived in our lives as an alien - but he ended up touching every element of the human spirit.' - President Obama
Note he doesn't include creepy photo booth guy, gay director, homeless loon or murderer. But fair play to Obama's writers, not a bad job there.
It'd maybe be something if this sad end to a great life finally allowed people to see that the darkest depression is not the product of an inability to cope with hard times or a weakness of character but rather something that can destroy you when you're on top of the world, and one of the planet's finest people. Depression tells you you're none of those things, and you and the world would be better off without you: how wrong that is.
Great post TordelBack.
Very true TordelBack. First Rik and now Robin. My comic heroes are leaving the stage for the last time. Yes I was one of the Mork and Mindy generation (I was the only kid in school who could do the laugh!) but I fell in love with his comedy when I saw one of his stand-up videos. Recent generations of fans will know him more for his mainstream family-oriented movies but I remember his brilliant acting in movies like The Fisher King. Williams was a great actor. He was far beyond the mania and goofiness. I feel that even though he was in his early sixties, there would come role that would have suited his genius characterisation. I often wondered why he never took on a bad guy role as he certainly had the presence for it. (And I'm not referring to the Hollywood shenanigans that stopped him from playing the Joker or the Riddler etc).
The passing of a giant. RIP RObin Williams.
I genuinely filled up when i heard. I thought Rick M would be the one that got me but no.
i grew up with nanoo nanoo, and although films such as patch Adams filled me with too much smaltz, i loved a lot of his films.
perhaps its probably because i have the same illness as mr williams it hit.
Utterly gutted. A rewatch of The Fisher King and his stand ups are in order, a comic genius. RIP Robin Williams
I couldn't believe the news (https://celebrity.yahoo.com/blogs/celeb-news/robin-williams-dead-of-apparent-suicide-at-63-231414092.html) when I read it.
MORK IS NO MORE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbEBErvW-Uc)
That's where I first saw him on television back in 1979 0r a little earlier and a classic sitcom.
It's really sad that that I'll never meet him (Even if that might seen as a blessing for him...) and seen him tour if he was ever planning to in the near future.
So many roles...I think I like him best in Good Morning Vietnam, (His voice work for the Genie in Alladin, Gumanji, Miss Doubtfire (There was a sequel planned...you know!!) Millienium-Man (Now, that would be a idea, but there is rumour of that his passing had nothing to do with his age or health.) One-Hour-Photo (Creepy...)
On the subject of his tours and how I've never seen him perform on stage. It was less then ten years ago now while I was semi-homeless in the city of Sydney, New South Wales that I was listening to practically almost a entire cd of his stand up work current to that time in a music store in Fox-Studios near Centennial-Park. In this store and I could sit in one of these booths with headphones on and choose to listen to what was available. This was for free and I was proberly meant to purchase the cd before leaving the shop. It was his usual humorous look at life, his comedic fair and very hilarious as well. I just hope my carelessness here wasn't the breeze from the beatings of a butterfly's wings that resulted in the hurricane drove him to the state he's now in.
On a sligthly different note.. I had always thought that if the Dragon-Lance (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dragonlance) novels were to be made into a film or television series. He would have made a great Fizban (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paladine)] the elderly wizard avatar of the god Paladine, but after the flop of the original and more generic Dungeons & Dragon's (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dungeons_%26_Dragons_(film)) film. I don't think that (or my personal realisation of it.) would have ever come to be
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Here's another memory of Mork (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQx4--L0TdY)
My apologies if you find any of my remarks inappropriate. Yet, you should know me by now and that I do mean well.
Lauren Bacall aged 89
"You know how to whistle, don't you?"
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 13 August, 2014, 01:42:47 AM
Lauren Bacall aged 89 "You know how to whistle, don't you?"
Pure filth and pure class (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=LF_chuSy9G4#t=96), which is a tricky combination to pull off.
Aww Lauren Bacall with deadly pout.
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A great talent, a gorgeous woman and what a voice.
That's a shame. Apparantly she threatened to beat her grandchild with a shoe for making her watch Twilight - that's the kind of class I like in a broad.
Terrible news. A real classy dame.
Talking about Bacall appears to have turned everyone into a character from a Chandler or Ellroy novel.
If I just put my lips together and blow it makes a sort of raspberry sound. Whistling aint as easy as it looks.
"A blonde to make a bishop kick a hole in a stained-glass window..."
Cheers
Jim
Quote from: Mullah Abdul Abderrahman Mohammed Ahmed Abdel Karim El Bear on 13 August, 2014, 11:35:10 AM
That's a shame. Apparantly she threatened to beat her grandchild with a shoe for making her watch Twilight - that's the kind of class I like in a broad.
In old age, she raged against what she saw as the mediocrity of contemporary Hollywood, as represented by everything from the career of Tom Cruise to the Twilight movies that her granddaughter dragged her to see. "She said it was the greatest vampire film ever made," Bacall recalled. "After the film was over, I wanted to smack her across the head with my shoe."
Instead, Bacall bought the child a DVD of FW Murnau's 1922 classic Nosferatu. "Now that's a vampire film," she told her sternly.http://www.theguardian.com/film/2014/aug/13/lauren-bacall-dies-at-89
Lauren Bacall possessed a talent rarely seen in Hollywood actresses; she played sexy with a strong, intelligent edge. It was this ability - in her youth - that made her characters more than just the 'love interest.' It is the sign of a survivor that when the times changed so did she - forsaking Hollywood for the theatre. Considering that it was only a magazine cover that led to her big break, the length of her career must surely be a indication of her acting ability.
I'm sorry about the length of this and the Robin Williams post. It's just when you are a fan, you just enthuse a little too much!
Well said Zippo, well said!!!
Lauren Bacall....A very sad loss of a tremendously talented and absolutely stunningly beautiful actress...
Going back, just for a moment, to the tragic death of Robin Williams and in particular Tordelbacks' very astute quotes about depression, I saw this on facebook and thought it was particularly relevant...
http://www.upworthy.com/what-is-depression-let-this-animation-with-a-dog-shed-light-on-it?c=ufb4
Hope this link works,
Cheers
great link bob..
That's a great little video.
Clever video - ta for posting.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 12 August, 2014, 06:06:31 PM
I couldn't believe the news (https://celebrity.yahoo.com/blogs/celeb-news/robin-williams-dead-of-apparent-suicide-at-63-231414092.html) when I read it.
MORK IS NO MORE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbEBErvW-Uc)
That's where I first saw him on television back in 1979 0r a little earlier and a classic sitcom.
It's really sad that that I'll never meet him (Even if that might seen as a blessing for him...) and seen him tour if he was ever planning to in the near future.
So many roles...I think I like him best in Good Morning Vietnam, (His voice work for the Genie in Alladin, Gumanji, Miss Doubtfire (There was a sequel planned...you know!!) Millienium-Man (Now, that would be a idea, but there is rumour of that his passing had nothing to do with his age or health.) One-Hour-Photo (Creepy...)
On the subject of his tours and how I've never seen him perform on stage. It was less then ten years ago now while I was semi-homeless in the city of Sydney, New South Wales that I was listening to practically almost a entire cd of his stand up work current to that time in a music store in Fox-Studios near Centennial-Park. In this store and I could sit in one of these booths with headphones on and choose to listen to what was available. This was for free and I was proberly meant to purchase the cd before leaving the shop. It was his usual humorous look at life, his comedic fair and very hilarious as well. I just hope my carelessness here wasn't the breeze from the beatings of a butterfly's wings that resulted in the hurricane drove him to the state he's now in.
On a sligthly different note.. I had always thought that if the Dragon-Lance (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dragonlance) novels were to be made into a film or television series. He would have made a great Fizban (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paladine)] the elderly wizard avatar of the god Paladine, but after the flop of the original and more generic Dungeons & Dragon's (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dungeons_%26_Dragons_(film)) film. I don't think that (or my personal realisation of it.) would have ever come to be
(https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcT3nl6xWugaiHlB8RU-L_swHwuwxtHGiTiblqUbqTlPZEegGnYa)
Here's another memory of Mork (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQx4--L0TdY)
My apologies if you find any of my remarks inappropriate. Yet, you should know me by now and that I do mean well.
Damn, I said
Millienium-Man when it should have been
Bicentennial-Man....so, I got my years mixed up. Kind of like millimetre and centermeters in earlier thread topic :P
Other movies....
I liked him in...
Popeye (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Popeye_(1980_film)) as the man himself and a superb and very accurate realisation of the cartoon. I'm surprised it didn't spawn a sequel or even television series.
The World According to Garp (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_World_According_to_Garp).... There is weird stuff to read about if you click on the link I made....I only really recall the topless girl he made out with and him being shot at the end and being flown somewhere. I think it was the opening credits that showed off this sequence of pictures drawn by a kid which is very memorable to me. Otherwise I couldn't sit through this again and I'm not really into butch transexuals.
Dead Poets Society.... Seen this a few times and thought I have always like
New England. Sort of bridge the gap between
America or
Canada and the
British-Isles. It's this lush green country side and the forests. Not that I've been there though. As for...
Seize the Day!
I just can't do that as much now.
Good Will Hunting Now, I know I'm not smart, not academically at least. So, I could never really appreciate this film as much and don't have a lot to say about this one.
Jack I can almost sympathise with his character here. Not that I like to admit to retardation. But my life has been rather slow with regards to relationships and work as well and I'm still living at home with my dad. I can only comment about the bit where he stuck his hand and under his shirt in mockery of how he appreciated the ditsy brunette's upper chest and his personal graduation scene.
I think it's called
Moscow on Broadway or
Moscow on Brooklyn. or something like that where he was very convincing Russian immigrant who moved to
New York. I think he was either in
Russia or some place where they had secret police and he went through a lot of crap just to pay his girlfriend a visit. This movie had some more female nudity than the rest or that's how I recall it. Which is big thing with a prepubescent kid such as myself in the early 80's who had hardly any contact with the opposite sex.
I think that's most of the films...... the other ones I didn't mention earlier. Then I found this on
Facebook not long ago.
Lewis Black blasts Limbaugh: 'F*CK YOU' for making light of Robin Williams' death (http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2014/08/14/lewis-black-blasts-limbaugh-fck-you-for-making-light-of-robin-williams-death/)
Something I hope never gets directed at me, because I had few words to share here....
(Hopefully not seen as unkind, but respectful words!)
When I only know his body of work and not the man himself. Not personally, but could I be forgiven for thinking I might know him so well because I've seen him in so many aspects, that it's almost personal.
Trying not to sound gay here, as I feel the same about a lot of female celebrities well.
There are two famous people that are now dead that I have met or at least one of them I have only seen in person.
The first is the guy from the old
Kun-Fu television series. A real martial-artist, who dies of auto-aphixia. You might know that fellow better if I mention I saw him briefly at a convention in
Sydney in the early nauts promoting one of the
Kill Bill films. I think he was the bad guy who spoke with that weird, but distinctive lisp. I might have preferred to be viewing
Urma Thurman or
Darryl Hannah. I merely walk into the room where he was sitting behind a long desk with other celebs (
John Noble, ethanor from
LOTR and some cheeky oriental guy who was
Ghost from
The Matrix-Trilogy.) and walked over to stare right at him and walk very quickly away from him. Because I did
n't know how to greet him at the time. Yet, at least I saw him.
I also met
Doc Neeson and his band the
The Angels when they were promoting one of their last album/cds on the
Gold-Coast and I shoot hands with the fellow and exchanged a few words with him
and the others as well. Which reminded me how eccentric the famous are. They will never be the same without him as he only died a few months earlier. I've also seen him up close and from a distance in concert and even walked right past him without so much as a nod.
So it's funny how we mourn the well known dead almost as much as our own because they still enter our lives most regularly if still less personally.
I said this before and will repeat...because it's important to.....remember them first!
My mother and her parents died all over the course of the last eleven years. The last one a few months ago now.
Rest In Peace to them all and hoping nothing I wrote here is perceived as disrespect.
Coming back to Robin Williams briefly, I don't think anyone has mentioned my favourite of his films, 'The World According to Garp'. Brilliant performances all round, including Glenn Close as Grap's mum, and the incredible John Lithgow as a transgender ex-Miami quarterback. I watched taht film over and over as a a teenager, and still love it now. Maybe not Williams at his individual best, but certainly his best as a major part of an ensemble piece.
Mt ex-Father-in-Law died this month, funeral was last week. Obviously my kids were deeply affected by losing their Grandad and despite me n their Mum splitting up in 2009 I am on good terms with the rest of the family (in fact her Dad n brothers took 'my side' as it were).
Today I learnt my best mate's Dad died Wednesday night. Been pals 33 years so feeling for him right now.
Lost my own Dad in 1989 when my oldest was only 3 months old. So I've been there and got a sodding t-shirt no one ever wants. So though each person's grief is individual to them i can empathise well enough.
Right now getting ready to go to my mate's Dad's local to let them know (my mate is in USA with RAF and flying home right now) my son is meeting me there for a pint. He is close to my friends, like Uncles to him. So yeah, falls to me as friend of the family, best man at mate's wedding, to break the news to his (almost) life long pals.
Least one can do for friends I guess.
Not good, sorry Bat King :(
Quote from: Bat King on 12 August, 2014, 12:13:05 AM
Robin Williams, aged 63
Incredibly sad news this - and with more headlines and information coming out, it just gets sadder still.
RIP, Mr Williams.
Cheers Goaty.
Back from the pub. Same village I live in but not my 'local' Only 2nd time I have been in there.
All done. One of his friends has known him 50 years... wasn't good but was something that needed someone to do it.
I know everyone is probably tired of the outpouring of grief for Robin Williams but i have to make one comment. In all the listings of his work I have not seen one that mentions "The Survivors",with Walter Matthau, it was probably a straight to video movie but remains one of my all time favs and i recommend it to everyone
Not seen it...
Quote from: Emp on 15 August, 2014, 10:45:05 PM
I know everyone is probably tired of the outpouring of grief for Robin Williams but i have to make one comment. In all the listings of his work I have not seen one that mentions "The Survivors",with Walter Matthau, it was probably a straight to video movie but remains one of my all time favs and i recommend it to everyone
Could not agree with this recommendation more. His funniest film.
James Alexander Gordon. The voice of the football results for 40 years. Always used to listen to him on the way home from matches.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/28844131
Corey Grifin, Co-Founder of the Ice Bucket Challenge, has died, aged 27 (http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/als-ice-bucket-challenge-cofounder-corey-griffin-drowns-aged-27-9681129.html)
It'll mean nothing to any of you from outside NI, but the greatest radio broadcaster ever has died: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-28809837
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 21 August, 2014, 11:26:48 AM
It'll mean nothing to any of you from outside NI, but the greatest radio broadcaster ever has died: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-28809837
Ah feck, that's a shame. I loved Gerry's shows - Radio Ulster was a decent listen if you were living or working anywhere near the border, and I liked his Radio 4 stuff too.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 21 August, 2014, 11:26:48 AM
It'll mean nothing to any of you from outside NI, but the greatest radio broadcaster ever has died: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-28809837
that's a shame enjoyed his radio four show, it says there it got negative reviews which surprises me.
Despite reports on social media, including a tweet apparently from his grandson, Sir Richard Attenborough seems to be alive and well:
http://en.mediamass.net/people/richard-attenborough/deathhoax.html
Sorry about that, BBC have confirmed:
Actor Richard Attenborough dies at 90 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-28923074
Yes just read confirmation too.
Shame.
Robin and now Sir Dickie.. very sad couple of weeks.
I feel a Bank Holiday viewing of League of Gentlemen is called for..
So many good films that I've enjoyed, League of Gentleman, Great Escape and as director A Bridge too Far, to name a few, what a sad loss.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 25 August, 2014, 09:41:06 AM
I feel a Bank Holiday viewing of League of Gentlemen is called for..
Here's a taster of that classic British Movie.
http://youtu.be/Bse_wUUN5po
BRIDGE TOO FAR will be rewatched. I always think it's one of those war films that gets the LIONS and DONKEYS tone just about right.
Terrible news about Richard Attenborough. Sad day here in the rain. Z
Aye, so very sad to hear of the passing of Sir Richard Attenborough. A national treasure - as is indeed his brother, David.
But, so many great acting roles (Personal fave? His genuinely creepy portrayal of John Christie in 10 Rillington Place) and so many great film that he directed. Again, a personal fave would be A Bridge too far, which was only recently rewatched.
RIP, Sir Dickie.
His performance in Rillington Place was a revelation but my favourite Attenborough role would have to be Pinkie in Brighton Rock. It's a great film but please stay well away from the awful remake from a few years ago.
https://m.youtube.com/?reload=7&rdm=183bqp11j#/watch?v=bCgfhZjdGk8
Quote from: Spikes on 25 August, 2014, 05:01:50 PM
Aye, so very sad to hear of the passing of Lord Richard Attenborough. A national treasure - as is indeed his brother, David.
But, so many great acting roles (Personal fave? His genuinely creepy portrayal of John Christie in 10 Rillington Place) and so many great film that he directed. Again, a personal fave would be A Bridge too far, which was only recently rewatched.
RIP, Sir Dickie.
Fixed That For You!
Bill Kerr.
I must admit I didn't know he was still alive.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-28980254
Ah maaan. Being a huge fan of Hancocks Half Hour I knew he was still going. The last of the main cast. He was a good age though.
Anyone not a fan of that show might still know him from 80s Aussie film, Razorback. Deffo worth a watch.
Sorry to hear about Bill Kerr. I've always loved Hancock' s Half Hour since I'd heard a comedy album when I was a kid. I remember listening to an interview with him a few years ago where he talked about how well he got on with the rest of the cast except Kenneth Williams, strangely enough.
This might not mean much to anyone here but I just found out Glenn Cornick, the original Jethro Tull bass player, has died. This fills me with sadness. I adore the early Tull years and the images in which Cornick was dressed like a mad hippy in my Dad's record collection used to fill me with wonder, he was the main reason I was captivated by them. For me, after the band unceremoniously dumped him, their music wasn't as good.
If you think you don't know him, then listen to this and you'll remember.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YymGJKhGgY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YymGJKhGgY)
R.I.P. Glenn.
Ach Ned means a bit to me - :'( Love early Tull!
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hYAZ8D-wNl8/TudznhmFdFI/AAAAAAAAFBs/ihUcWtT-zF8/s1600/glenncornick1971.jpg)
Early Tull was awesome. Very sad. RIP.
The cruel death of Steven sotloff by evil savages just been announced an innocent news man
Very sad.
Joan Rivers
Okay, Grim Reaper.
Eh?
:D
Rock 'n' Roll - http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/gene-simmons-rock-is-finally-dead-20140907
Actor Richard Kiel aged 74.
The actor who played Jaws in James Bond films has died (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-29152398) in hospital. No cause of death released.
:-( one of iconic villains ever :(
Quote from: Goaty on 11 September, 2014, 07:01:30 AM
:-( one of iconic villains ever :(
Agreed. Sad news for us bond fans
Very sad news about Richard Kiel. :(
80s Dr Who writer, Jane Baker- one half of Pippinjane- has died.
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/tv/s7/doctor-who/news/a595637/doctor-who-writer-jane-baker-dies-colin-baker-reveals.html
With her husband, she wrote those much-loved classics of the original series, 'Mark of the Rani', 'Terror of the Vervoids', 'The Ultimate Foe' and 'Time and The Rani', from back when the series was a hard-hitting scary adult drama every week, not the shocking panto it is today. They also wrote for Space: 1999 and other stuff.
SBT
R.I.P. to all...
but how are you guys managing to beat Batman's Superior Cousin in posting all of these (unfortunate) deaths?!
Well isn't the rule of thumb that if he hasn't heard of the deceased he tells us?
Quote from: locustsofdeath! on 11 September, 2014, 06:32:10 PM
R.I.P. to all...
but how are you guys managing to beat Batman's Superior Cousin in posting all of these (unfortunate) deaths?!
Quote from: Bat King on 11 September, 2014, 06:48:34 PM
Well isn't the rule of thumb that if he hasn't heard of the deceased he tells us?
:(
...seems a bit harsh chaps.
Let's get back to chinwagging about the ever-present spectre of death shall we?
:think:
Thanks man :D
Quite so.
Throbert Young (http://www.theguardian.com/music/2014/sep/11/primal-scream-death-guitarist-robert-young), the guy who went on a long holiday during the recording of Screamadelica and Xtrmntr:
http://youtu.be/_i1O_O8sHlU
Donald Sinden aged 90
Probably known by many on here for his work on Never the Twain.
Robert "throb" Young co-founder & guitarist with Primal Scream aged 49
Big Ian.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-29177705
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 12 September, 2014, 01:17:12 PM
Big Ian.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-29177705
Sorry but is it true that no-one like him?
Goaty, he is basically Northern Ireland's very own George Galloway: he has his supporters, but the rest of the population has varying opinions. In recent years, his public profile has changed from his mid-80s image of a dangerous and bigoted crackpot to that of a harmless old grandpa who you hope doesn't spoil things at dinner by saying anything to your non-white girlfriend.
Quote from: Goaty on 12 September, 2014, 01:18:38 PM
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 12 September, 2014, 01:17:12 PM
Big Ian.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-29177705
Sorry but is it true that no-one like him?
He was a hate-filled bully, bottomless source of dishonest manipulative bigotry (just read his writings on Irish history) and a spittle-flecked bogeyman for many on this island for many decades, but by all accounts he was a tireless advocate for his constituents, and his latter political work was commendable. An embodied contradiction, like all of us.
Ah thanks Tor and Bear.
John Bardon. Jim in Eastenders recently, but always the dodgy head of the wayward Timson clan in Rumpole of the Bailey for me, and immensely watchable across the years.
RIP.
I regularly rewatch Rumpole.
He was great :-(
Quote from: TordelBack on 12 September, 2014, 01:32:12 PM
Quote from: Goaty on 12 September, 2014, 01:18:38 PM
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 12 September, 2014, 01:17:12 PM
Big Ian.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-29177705
Sorry but is it true that no-one like him?
TB speaks the truth. I have personal knowledge of this fact. I despised the man's politics, but as a constituency MP, he was, I have no fear of saying, the very best there was.
I have also heard first hand from others, people Paisley would have gleefully condemned to hell, who had nothing by praise for his work as a local MP.
A man of contradictions, indeed.
He was a hate-filled bully, bottomless source of dishonest manipulative bigotry (just read his writings on Irish history) and a spittle-flecked bogeyman for many on this island for many decades, but by all accounts he was a tireless advocate for his constituents, and his latter political work was commendable. An embodied contradiction, like all of us.
Another 'Great Escape' Actor gone. (http://www.doctorwhonews.net/2014/09/angus-lennie-20140915120008.html) :'(
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 15 September, 2014, 06:08:00 PM
Another 'Great Escape' Actor gone. (http://www.doctorwhonews.net/2014/09/angus-lennie-20140915120008.html) :'(
That Scotland should lose its greatest cultural icon - Shuey the cook from
Crossroads - at this crucial juncture in our history is surely an omen of some kind.
Quote from: sauchie karate club on 15 September, 2014, 06:44:07 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 15 September, 2014, 06:08:00 PM
Another 'Great Escape' Actor gone. (http://www.doctorwhonews.net/2014/09/angus-lennie-20140915120008.html) :'(
That Scotland should lose its greatest cultural icon - Shuey the cook from Crossroads - at this crucial juncture in our history is surely an omen of some kind.
Clue's in the film title.
Earlier this week, one of the great 'Dunedin Sound' musicians from NZ's Flying Nun label, Peter Gutteridge. Late of The Clean, The Great Unwashed, The Chills (though virtually nothing of his input survives) and his own outfit, Snapper.
Maggie Stables, the sixth Doctor's audio companion Evelyn Smythe
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 29 September, 2014, 12:57:10 AM
Maggie Stables, the sixth Doctor's audio companion Evelyn Smythe
Damn shame - she was one of my favourite companions ever.
:(
I knew she had been ill for a long while but still, this is sad news. She was one of the best Doctor Who companions. Ever.
Time for a re-listen, methinks
alan henning :(
Geoffrey Holder - Baron Samedi in Live And Let Die. He was the only Bond villain to freak me out as a kid especially in the voodoo ceremony scene in the graveyard.
Aww last month Jaws now Baron Samedi. :(
Never forgot this powerful ending scene!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gX3wGWHRlXQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gX3wGWHRlXQ)
Quote from: ZippoCreed on 06 October, 2014, 04:20:57 PM
Geoffrey Holder - Baron Samedi in Live And Let Die. He was the only Bond villain to freak me out as a kid especially in the voodoo ceremony scene in the graveyard.
Holy FUDGE, yes. Especially when his eyes look up at that hole just blown in his head by Roger's .44 Mum.
:'(
(http://factmag-images.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/LFO-Frequencies-Warp-1.7.2012-365x220.jpg)
Jack Potter aged 93
He was a letterer who amongst other things, worked on the prog on a lot of the early top thrills!
QuoteAlways uncredited, his name only became known to a wider audience through his work in 2000AD, although much of his initial work on "Invasion", "Flesh" and "Dan Dare" predated the arrival of credit boxes. He was also an early letterer on "Judge Dredd", notably the "Robot Wars" and "The Day the Law Died" storylines.
See the rest of that article HERE (http://bearalley.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/jack-potter-1921-2014.html)
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 15 October, 2014, 08:20:45 AM
See the rest of that article HERE (http://bearalley.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/jack-potter-1921-2014.html)
Thanks for that. Not a bad innings, it must be said. I'd always thought 2000AD having two letterers called Potter was a coincidence, never suspecting that Steve was Jack's son...!
Cheers
Jim
RIP Jack. Would he have been the first to letter an AIEEE! ?
Quote from: sauchie outbreak on 15 September, 2014, 06:44:07 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 15 September, 2014, 06:08:00 PM
Another 'Great Escape' Actor gone. (http://www.doctorwhonews.net/2014/09/angus-lennie-20140915120008.html) :'(
That Scotland should lose its greatest cultural icon - Shuey the cook from Crossroads - at this crucial juncture in our history is surely an omen of some kind.
This and your meta-ichabod proves you have the gift!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 15 October, 2014, 08:20:45 AM
Jack Potter aged 93
He was a letterer who amongst other things, worked on the prog on a lot of the early top thrills!
QuoteAlways uncredited, his name only became known to a wider audience through his work in 2000AD, although much of his initial work on "Invasion", "Flesh" and "Dan Dare" predated the arrival of credit boxes. He was also an early letterer on "Judge Dredd", notably the "Robot Wars" and "The Day the Law Died" storylines.
See the rest of that article HERE (http://bearalley.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/jack-potter-1921-2014.html)
Missed this until now. Another of the founding
fathers parents gone. RIP Jack.
I see the actress Elizabeth Pena has passed away - at 55. No age. No age at all. :(
Quote from: HdE on 16 October, 2014, 05:06:52 PM
I see the actress Elizabeth Pena has passed away - at 55. No age. No age at all. :(
She was great in Lone Star (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116905/).
Also brilliant in Rush Hour, Jacob's ladder and - yes, it was her - The Incredibles.
She didn't crop up very often in movies,it seems, but she was always reliable. A real loss.
RIP Jack. Z
Lynda Bellingham aged 66 from cancer
bugger, she didnt even get her last wish to spend xmas with her family. :(
Saw her on breakfast news on BBC recently, she demonstrated grace and courage in equal measure. She was determined to face death on her own terms. God rest her. Z
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 20 October, 2014, 08:47:13 AM
Lynda Bellingham aged 66 from cancer
Christ that's rough. Always seemed a lovely lady, even on Loose Women where such people are few and far between, and young me was very appreciative of her early career.
WILCO not out :D
Former Dr Feelgood guitarist Wilko Johnson has said he has been "cured" of the terminal pancreatic cancer with which he was diagnosed in 2012.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-29727632 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-29727632)
Ben Bradlee, one of the last great newspapermen.
Alvin Stardust.
I'm a bit sad about this one - he always struck me as a top bloke. Love his road safety advert too!
Quote from: JamesC on 23 October, 2014, 11:26:25 AM
Alvin Stardust.
I'm a bit sad about this one - he always struck me as a top bloke. Love his road safety advert too!
Damn, remember his Road Safety adverts at schools.
(http://www.anorak.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/alvin-stardust.jpg)
Awww....
You know why the black gloves became a trademark? I heard that it was cause he was dying his hair in a rush before one of his early gigs, and dyed his hands in the process! The manager had a pair of black gloves, said 'bung these on kid', and that was that! Loved his tunes as a kid. :(
He lived near where I am.
He was in a local pub that recently changed hands and the new landlord asked if he was the leader of a local gypsy family!
Farewell Alvin.
Alvin Stardust RIP...
Sorry if it's not appropriate to post here - I was expecting to be seeing an RIP for this guitar legend in the near future, but not yet for Wilco Johnson!
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/wilko-johnson-im-free-of-cancer-9811724.html
The man's a fucking hero. Diagnosed with cancer in 2012, he just said "Fuck it!", went on tour and recorded a new album. Now he's cured. Brilliant.
Quote from: Spaceghost on 23 October, 2014, 02:14:53 PM
Sorry if it's not appropriate to post here. Now he's cured. Brilliant.
RIP Wilko (Rock in Peace)
Quote from: Bubba Zebill on 23 October, 2014, 03:12:52 PM
Quote from: Spaceghost on 23 October, 2014, 02:14:53 PM
Sorry if it's not appropriate to post here. Now he's cured. Brilliant.
RIP Wilko (Rock in Peace)
Don't be too upset yet, Bubba. Read Spaceghost's post again (unless I'm not getting something).
Good man there Wilco. Top lad. Z
Quote from: Third Estate Ned on 23 October, 2014, 03:33:32 PM
Quote from: Bubba Zebill on 23 October, 2014, 03:12:52 PM
Quote from: Spaceghost on 23 October, 2014, 02:14:53 PM
Sorry if it's not appropriate to post here. Now he's cured. Brilliant.
RIP Wilko (Rock in Peace)
Don't be too upset yet, Bubba. Read Spaceghost's post again (unless I'm not getting something).
Third Estate Ned - I say Rock in Peace, bro...not rest in peace!!
Ah, sorry. :-[ So, I wasn't getting something. It's not the first time this has happened.
Maybe Wilko Johnson struck some kind of transference magic deal with a shadowy gentleman he met at the crossroads *, and burdened fellow seventies pop star Alvin Stardust (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-29739880) with his tumour. I know this is how he would want us to remember him (http://youtu.be/PiKQO6BVzyA).
* are there crossroads on Canvey Island?
Sad news about Alvin Stardust, and that youtube clip is exactly how i remember him! RIP, fella.
And some flippin' brilliant news about Wilko. Such brilliant news in fact, i'll give to two, and not the customary one thumbs up - :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Quote from: bank of sauchie on 23 October, 2014, 05:22:30 PMI know this is how he would want us to remember him (http://youtu.be/PiKQO6BVzyA).
In the present climate, I would have thought that the last thing a 1970s UK pop star would want to be remembered for is accosting underage girls in the street and then dragging them somewhere they didn't want to go, but it's Alvin, AKA "Gary Glitter if Gary Glitter wasn't a fucking nonce" so it's just a part of the charm and in no way as sinister as it should be.
Gutted about Alvin. I've heard firsthand stories about roadies and their dealings with old-school pop stars, and while asking if Shakin Stephens really is as grumpy a fucker as people say gets you a silent grimace and a slow nod, good words were there for Alvin from those who'd met him, my favorite being "you know when you meet your mate's dad in the pub and you get along great with him? He's like that." My Coo Ca Choo remains one of my all-time favorite tracks.
Dang.
(http://www.grammy.com/files/styles/full_width/public/photos/JackBruce_Jeffr_61277702_Max.jpg?itok=rgYgSWve)
Jack Bruce :o
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-29772926
Bummer. There aren't too many Scottish musicians whose work I like, and there are even fewer singing/songwriting bass players:
Cream - White Room: http://youtu.be/VR90gQ-SIaY
Bad news about Jack Bruce. RIP. Z
Theme for an Imaginary Western (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YguY_jUDXRs)
:'(
Gough Whitlam passed on some time last week I think.
(http://www.abc.net.au/reslib/200401/r13980_33949.jpg)
He was the
Australian Prime-Minister from 1972-1975 and was well remembered afterwards.
Truly crappy news about Jack Bruce. I grew up listening to my old man's Cream records. A really great musician gone.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 26 October, 2014, 01:09:12 AM
Gough Whitlam passed on some time last week I think. He was the Australian Prime-Minister from 1972-1975 and was well remembered afterwards.
The British-American coup that ended Australian independence | John Pilger http://gu.com/p/42y6p/tw
So sad to hear about Jack Bruce, a true gentleman of the blues and a great all round musician. He'd been quite ill for a while but kept on playing that wonderful frettless bass. Big respect to the man.
Off to get my Disraili Gears LP out...
:|
Read Gough Whitlams obituary, a good man. RIP. Z
Michael Payne, father of Sarah. Terribly sad news, and stopped me in my tracks when I caught the headline.
RIP, Michael.
Acker Bilk aged 85
Jazz musician who played the clarinet and is probably most famous for Stranger on the shore
My wonderful lovely grandad. :(
Sorry to hear that Goaty, my condolences to you and your family.
That's terrible news Goaty. Condolences to you and your family. :(
Really sorry to hear that Goaty, condolences to you and yours.
My condolences Goaty
Aw, Goaty... so sorry to hear. :(
:(
Sorry to hear your news Goaty - best wishes
Sorry to hear that mate - my deepest condolences!!!
Sad news Goaty, condolences to you and your family.
Thanks all, just sad and it just happens as I am off to Paris tomorrow with missus to cheers her up after last sad things last few months, will always remember my grandad with good memories x
With granddads it's usually very easy to remember them fondly.
Condolences, Goaty. Grandads are a very special thing.
Sorry for your loss Goaty.
Really sorry to hear about your loss, Goaty. Condolences.
Really sorry to hear of your loss, Goaty.
May he rest in peace.
Sorry to hear that Goaty. Raise a glass to him in Paris.
my condolences too, Goaty. Hope you enjoy Paris anyway
Thinking of you Goaty.
Best wishes Goaty,
Condolences fella.
Sorry for your loss Goaty .
filippo
Our thoughts are with you and your folks Goaty this sad time.
Goaty, only logged onto this now....really sorry to hear of your loss. Best regards. Zen Arcade
Thoughts are with you Goaty, hope your ok.
Thanks all, just back from Paris weekend, it was mixed emotions, did light a candle for grandad at Notre-Dame.
We are well thanks.
My condolences to you all, Goaty. Hope you'll be alright. Kind regards - Paddy
Bloody hell; Warren Clarke. Only 67
Carol Ann Susi
the voice of Howard's mother on the Big Bang Theory passed away from cancer aged 62
Glen A. Larson (http://spinoff.comicbookresources.com/2014/11/15/glen-a-larson-creator-of-knight-rider-and-battlestar-galactica-dies-at-77/) creator of the original Battlestar Galactica, Magnum, P.I., and Knight Rider
Northern Uproar Guitarist Jeff Fletcher (http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/jeff-fletcher-northern-uproar-victim-8131205) :(
Quote from: Tombo on 15 November, 2014, 09:20:22 PM
Glen A. Larson (http://spinoff.comicbookresources.com/2014/11/15/glen-a-larson-creator-of-knight-rider-and-battlestar-galactica-dies-at-77/) creator of the original Battlestar Galactica, Magnum, P.I., and Knight Rider
...lest not us forget Quincy M.E
There are thousands of Students the world over who owe a huge debt of gratitude to that guy including me!
Jimmy Ruffin has passed away aged 78.
Soul Singer best known for 'What becomes of the brokenhearted'
Is Batson on strike?
I'm still around
Good man BSC. Z
Surprised no mention about the death of P.D. James (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-30232569) at the thoroughly admirable age of 94. From what little I know, not a particularly easy life but one well-lived and in which she seems to have remained active (and feisty, as former BBC-DG Mark Thompson will attest) pretty much to the end.
Jim
Yes Jim, she was a great crime novelist and a source of good advice to authors, no matter what their chosen genre might be.
Ian McLagan (http://pitchfork.com/news/57693-ian-mclagan-small-faces-and-faces-keyboardist-has-died/). Can't say I've ever listened to much of his own work but he was a regular fixture in Billy Bragg's touring band for much of the last fifteen years.
The various casualties in Glasgow today. A terrible thing to happen at any time, never mind this time of year.
The Glasgow one is hard on the families. My thoughts go out to them. Z
Joe Cocker :(
Quote from: ZenArcade on 22 December, 2014, 06:19:19 PM
The Glasgow one is hard on the families. My thoughts go out to them. Z
aye, such a terrible thing to happen ,looks like the driver suffered a heart attack.
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 22 December, 2014, 06:11:56 PM
The various casualties in Glasgow today. A terrible thing to happen at any time, never mind this time of year.
Aye, a terrible thing indeed. Thoughts go out to the victims, and their families.
Well I just popped into the Blood Donor Centre to give my semi-traditional pre-christmas donation and it was just about queued out of the door.
Well done, Glasgow.
I missed it at the time, but Neal Barrett Jr, the author of the novelisation of /that/ Judge Dredd film, died near the beginning of this year.
"Neal Barrett, Jr., 84, author of acclaimed fantasy The Hereafter Gang (1991) and a number of celebrated short stories, among other works, died January 12, 2014."
http://www.locusmag.com/News/2014/01/neal-barrett-jr-1929-2014/
I was sorry to hear about the death of the fine actress Billie Whitehall over the holiday period as well as fellow actor David Ryall.
Leelah Alcorn. Not someone anyone will know. Just a normal girl driven to kill herself due to a society that frowns upon transexual people. Their are times I genuinely feel we live in a world where the good die so the wicked can survive.
Sadly, that's kind of a story with which I'm familiar.
....
...it sucks.
Bad Craic. RIP Leelah. Z
Very sad. I've just read her letter on Snopes.
Race, Gender, Sexuality, Belief Systems, Physical Appearance, Disability, this list is not exhaustive - none of them are things one person should be troubled about with another person.
Sadly that's people. Someone will always have an opinion about how others live and how they should live.
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 30 December, 2014, 10:00:52 PM
Leelah Alcorn. Not someone anyone will know. Just a normal girl driven to kill herself due to a society that frowns upon transexual people. Their are times I genuinely feel we live in a world where the good die so the wicked can survive.
I read this story this morning with growing anger. What the fuck is wrong with people?
Even worse his the Facebook post made by her mother using incorrect pronouns, using her birth name, and claiming she was 'Out for an early morning walk and hit by passing truck'. Yeah, on top of a fucking foot bridge. Unbelievable.
Quote from: ZippoCreed on 30 December, 2014, 05:01:59 PM
I was sorry to hear about the death of the fine actress Billie Whitehall over the holiday period
Must be Billie
Whitelaw, Zippo?
Funnily enough she starred in two of my recent DVD viewings- the insanely evil Mrs. Baylock in 'The Omen', and a great turn as the wife / mother of some Lycantropy sufferers in 'Supernatural'.
Fine actress indeed.
Forgive me, too much alcohol has flowed beneath my bridge recently! She was a great actress, particularly her work with Beckett.
Quote from: ZippoCreed on 31 December, 2014, 05:33:04 PM
too much alcohol has flowed beneath my bridge recently!
Likely the reason both of us will end up on this thread someday Zippo. ;)
For me she'll always be the voice of Aughra the best character in The Dark Crystal.
A minor mark on her CV but still great.
Dunk!
Farewell Bernard Jordan. The WW2 veteran who left his care home unannounced last year to go to France for the D-Day anniversary.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-sussex-30699446
His wife has also passed away, just a few days later.
http://www.theargus.co.uk/news/11708483.Wife_of__runaway__D_Day_veteran_Bernard_Jordan_dies_one_week_after_her_husband___tributes_paid/?ref=mr
Rod Taylor.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-30738498 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-30738498)
Time Machine is one of my fav Sci-fi films of that era.
84, a good innings. RIP Rod.
Dunk!
Aw RIP Rod, he was very handsome, great in the Time Machine.
Lance Percival (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-30746784) although, to be brutally honest, I thought he'd shuffled off years ago!
Cheers
Jim
Aye RIP Mr Taylor. Yep, the Time machine is a real firm fave.
(Didn't Rod have a cameo in Tarantino's Inglourious Basterds, playing Churchill?)
And RIP to Lance Percival as well.
A friend of mine a few years ago, thought he saw him whilst on holiday in Spain. I said did you say owt to him, or get his autograph (He's a massive Carry on.. fan), and my mate said No, I was sure it was him, but I also thought he'd died yonks ago...!
Harry Hill's tv career judging by tonght ::)
Quote from: Grugz on 10 January, 2015, 07:38:15 PM
Harry Hill's tv career judging by tonight ::)
Quite the opposite, I believe. Despite the extremely stagy & cheesy production (which'll get ironed out, I'm sure), it's
fun family entertainment -- something the badly BBC struggles to emulate -- and he's now firmly established as one of the triumvirate of tentpoles keeping ITV in business, alongside Simon Cowell and Ant & Dec.
Quote from: A.Cow on 11 January, 2015, 12:51:29 AM
and he's now firmly established as one of the triumvirate of tentpoles keeping ITV in business, alongside Simon Cowell and Ant & Dec.
Just when you thought tents couldn't get any less attractive...;)
Quote from: A.Cow on 11 January, 2015, 12:51:29 AM
Quote from: Grugz on 10 January, 2015, 07:38:15 PM
Harry Hill's tv career judging by tonight ::)
Quite the opposite, I believe. Despite the extremely stagy & cheesy production (which'll get ironed out, I'm sure), it's fun family entertainment -- something the badly BBC struggles to emulate -- and he's now firmly established as one of the triumvirate of tentpoles keeping ITV in business, alongside Simon Cowell and Ant & Dec.
perhaps,but first impressions an all that
Can't believe Squaxx are watching TV on a Saturday night when they should be monastically scrutinizing back progs or out evangelically recruiting new readers to the word of Tharg....like, what the hell boys and girls! Z :o
The beautiful actress Anita Ekberg. The scene in which she dances in the Trevi fountain will always be one the most iconic in European cinema.
Brian Clemens, writer of so much of my childhood entertainment - The Avengers (original and New), the Professionals, a handful of Hammer films, The Golden Voyage of Sinbad - the list is endless.
Huge fan of is work, especially the Avengers and one of my favourite Hammer films (and inspiration for my Jikan comic strip), Captain Kronos - Vampire Hunter. RIP
Quote from: Dandontdare on 12 January, 2015, 11:09:26 AM
Brian Clemens, writer of so much of my childhood entertainment - The Avengers (original and New), the Professionals, a handful of Hammer films, The Golden Voyage of Sinbad - the list is endless.
... and, erm,
Highlander II: The Quickening. But we'll forgive that.
The man was a legend.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 12 January, 2015, 11:09:26 AM
Brian Clemens, writer of so much of my childhood entertainment...
So very true.
RIP Mr Clemens
Just realise Taylor Negron just passed away last weekend, he was comedy actor featured in many films and TV,
but to me he was the classic villain of The Last Boy Scout.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QC_tAlPdekQ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QC_tAlPdekQ)
(http://thierryennui.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/milo.jpg)
Jesus :o
Brian Clemens was one of those writers who were so prolific that their names appeared everywhere during the 60's/70's/80's. A great screenwriter sadly missed.
Quote from: ZippoCreed on 12 January, 2015, 05:27:25 PM
Brian Clemens was one of those writers who were so prolific that their names appeared everywhere during the 60's/70's/80's. A great screenwriter sadly missed.
That's sad news for sci-fi geeks around the world... And beyond!
2000 Nigerian civilians massacred by Boko Haram. Sad, sad day for the world in general.
Sir Jack Hayward 91 the former17year owner of Wolves
Robert Kinoshita.
You won't know him by name but you can't have missed his work.
http://variety.com/2015/tv/people-news/robert-kinoshita-designer-of-lost-in-space-robot-dies-at-100-1201404482/ (http://variety.com/2015/tv/people-news/robert-kinoshita-designer-of-lost-in-space-robot-dies-at-100-1201404482/)
F**k the Lost in Space Robot he designed Robbie and for that I thank him.
Dunk!
Aw that's sad Forbidden Planet was one of those films I grew up on. A classic movie. Z
Only just learned of the passing of Origa. And I'm absolutely miserable as a result.
Origa was best known for her vocal work on the songs 'Inner Universe' and 'Rise', which served as the front ends to the popular anime series 'Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex'. She reportedly passed away as a result of lung cancer at the age of 44.
Never mind the association with one of the greatest animated TV shows of all time - she was one of the most amazing vocalists I've ever heard.
Such an utterly awful, awful loss.
Blimey, Origa's additions to the GitS OST's where vital in setting up the tone for those great series. 44 is no age to go out for such a strong talent.
Anne Kirkbride - Deidre Barlow of Corrie :(
Sad news. My wife really liked her character on Corrie.
My mother in law is going to be gutted.
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 19 January, 2015, 06:14:36 PM
Blimey, Origa's additions to the GitS OST's where vital in setting up the tone for those great series. 44 is no age to go out for such a strong talent.
This one really hits me hard because, GITS: SAC being one of the first shows I picked up on DVD when I came back to anime, her vocal on the intro tune literally made me sit up and go 'WOAH!'
She was, by all accounts, a really lovely human being.
And now, today, waking up to the news about Anne Kirkbride is similarly awful. A lynchpin of British TV, and often a figure of parody... gone at 60.
What a bloody shame.
Hate soaps with a passion but Anne obviously was a big part of people's lives and meant something to them. So RIP Anne. Z
Saddened to hear this, electronic pioneer Edgar Froese of Tangerine Dream.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-30965708 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-30965708)
Demis Roussos.
My Mum was a fan of his and he was the singer of this classic.......
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3KCbqhJt16k
It's weird I only heard 666 at the end of last year and really dug it! RIP Demis
Given today's Greek Vote and the Demise of Demis, I thought this song was very appropriate: http://open.spotify.com/track/3wqirUxd7aQfnGfS0gfZj0
Any mention of Demis Roussos automatically makes me think of 'Abigail's Party'.
The brilliant Geraldine McEwan - overwhelming associated with Miss Marple but had a long and incredible career. Best known to me as the brilliantly sharp Cassandra in the otherwise risible eighth series of Red Dwarf:
(http://www.reddwarf.co.uk/database/mechanicals/images/Cassandra1.jpg)
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-31077192
Sad news about Ms. McEwan. Strangely, I just started watching Red Dwarf from the beginning yesterday.
Aww she was the best thing with Alan Rickman in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
Steve Strange of Visage :(
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CurM3d98ZRY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CurM3d98ZRY)
Quote from: Karl Stephan on 12 February, 2015, 09:30:06 PM
Steve Strange of Visage :(
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CurM3d98ZRY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CurM3d98ZRY)
Heard that on Radio 6 last night. Damn...
Michele Ferrero, Italy's richest man (15 billion pounds) and the owner of the global chocolate and confectionery empire, has passed away aged 89. Ferrero dreamt up the chocolate-hazelnut Nutella spread, Ferrero Rocher pralines, Kinder eggs and Tic Tac sweets
I've only found out that Tony Hart is dead. That sucks
For some strange reason that seems to be popping up all over, even though he died in 2009.
Yeah, that's how I found out. It's not uncommon for some joker on the internet to try and start a celebrity death hoax. I think that's what has happened here, but the joker in question just happened to pick a random obscure celebrity who had been dead for almost 6 years.
I got caught out by the same message on Facebook last night, funnily enough posting my respects in response to Greg Staples who had also commented on it. Seems weird that I cannot recall the passing though of such a hero of my childhood??
Actor Louis Jourdan aged 93.
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 16 February, 2015, 08:10:03 AM
Actor Louis Jourdan aged 93.
Best Dracula there ever was imo.
Yeah I really liked that Dracula. 93 is a good innings. I recall we spent a couple of lessons of Film and TV studies at college examining why Letter From An Unknown Woman was so awesome and I thought that he had barely aged. And he still looked caddisly perfect in the far-from-perfect Octopussy.
James Bond actor, Louis Jourdan, passes away aged 93 (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/02/16/octopussy-swamp-thing-actor-louis-jourdan-passes-away-age-93/)
That's twice he's died now. Was he related to Tony Hart? ;)
Brett Ewins :'(
Oh no!
Quote from: Mattofthespurs on 17 February, 2015, 11:46:46 AM
Brett Ewins :'(
His masterpiece :( no more Bad Company :(
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No! How?
Incredibly sad. Such a talent. My thoughts are with his loved ones.
What Dave said, he was an ever present part of my formative years through the prog. Z
I used to read and re-read Bad Company when it was in the prog, poring over Brett's art and trying my best to emulate his style. He was a genius.
So, so sad.
To everyone who would like to send condolences, please send them to The attention of R. Ewins c/o 45 Mandela Close, London NW10 8BQ
Oh my god - I can't believe this. I was only chatting to him at a con a few months ago, discussing Bad Company with him. I am absolutely gutted to hear this.
Very sad news.
R.I.P Brett you were one of the best.
Thank you.
Dunk!
Terrible news. Brett Ewins was a phenomenal artist. I have some 2000ADs with Bad Company 1 to hand which I just flicked through. That's some of the best material that ever appeared in the prog.
Very sad news. One of my all time favourite artists. RIP
Sad news indeed.
R.I.P.Brett - A Legend and Icon of the UK comics industry.
:(
R.I.P. Brett.
Terrible news.
Bretts work was in my first ever prog so I've always had a fondness for his work :(
RIP sir!
Not just comics, but also snack foods (Space Raiders in the early eighties).
First time I read about 2000AD was this book I got about 20 years ago, Judge Anderson Collection,
loved it! and love the return of Dark Judges, but since to now, I never wonder why Brett didn't do 2nd half of Dark Judges "Revenge"?
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51BRMBZP46L._SX258_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg)
Link here: http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/02/17/brett-ewins-co-creator-deadline-legendary-2000-ad-artist-dies-aged-59/
As an aside - do deaths of 2000AD creators belong in Off Topic?
I'm sure some of the forum convenors will set up a special rememberance thread very soon. Z
Very sad news. As others, fond and clear memories of copying Brett's art back in the 80's (Rogue for me). RIP.
RIP Brett. Sad news.
Very sad news. RIP Brett. :'(
Genuinely gutted to hear this a rare talent with a really unique style.Rest in peace Brett.my sincerest condolences to Brett's family and Colleagues.
Yes, very sad news indeed. RIP Mr Ewins.
Quote from: Zenith 666 on 17 February, 2015, 04:29:53 PM
Genuinely gutted to hear this a rare talent with a really unique style.Rest in peace Brett.my sincerest condolences to Brett's family and Colleagues.
Same here......got home from work to the news,heartbroken
Terrible news. Always admired his take on Judge Anderson amongst his many brilliant works. Heart felt condolences to his family and his colleagues at 2000AD.
Awful news. May he rest in peace.
One of the greats from my youth. Very sad. RIP.
Quote from: Something Fishy on 17 February, 2015, 05:51:01 PM
One of the greats from my youth. Very sad. RIP.
Me too. Bad Company made a very, very profound impact on me as a child. See you, Brett, you'll be much missed.
Just popped in to express my sadness at Brett's death. His work also had a real impact on me as many have already said, especially Bad Company. Wish I'd have been able to shake his hand and thank him for all the pleasure his work has given me over the years.
M.
Sad news, sad day, great legacy.
Nothing I can say right now will add much to what others have said.
I was writing a blog entry when I found out. Needless to say I don't feel like doing a review right now.
Deeply, deeply sad.
Legendary singer-songwriter Lesley Gore, who is behind some of the biggest teenage anthems ever, such as "It's My Party" passed away from lung cancer in New York City earlier today. She was 68.
Also upset on the news of Brett Ewin's passing away, a great influence of on the early years of 2000AD & part of my childhood
She was also in the Batman TV series as Catwoman's sidekick
(http://www.sitcomsonline.com/photopost/data/1046/BatMa7.jpg)
Awww man that is sad. RIP Lesley. Thanks for the songs. Z
RIP Harris Wittels, writer/producer on "Parks and Recreation" and regular standup and podcaster. Very funny guy, died of an overdose after really seeming to benefit from rehab. Shame.
John Freeman reports that John Cooper, artist on Johnny Red, MACH 1, Dredd, Armitage, Roy of the Rovers and many, many more classic strips has died after a short illness.
RIP, sir.
Jim
Sad news indeed. RIP John. Another font of fond memories from my younger days. Z
He was a particular favourite of mine growing up in the seventies - his was a very distinctive style, easily recognised on numerous strips.
RIP Mr Cooper
Ach! I always liked his MACH 1 art. Not been a good week for the house of Tharg. RIP Mr. Cooper.
I never thought he was well suited for futuristic stuff but his WWII strips and stuff like, as Hawkmonger says, Mach 1 were great solid stuff. I'm glad he got a second crack at the prog in recent years with the Armitage stories.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 24 February, 2015, 05:27:14 PM
John Freeman reports that John Cooper, artist on Johnny Red, MACH 1, Dredd, Armitage, Roy of the Rovers and many, many more classic strips has died after a short illness.
RIP, sir.
Jim
Damn, that is sad news indeed.
First came across his work in the pages of Battle, but loved his work in the prog.
And from a time when the Galaxy's greatest was a pleasing mix of old school talent, and the brash young Turks tearing it all up.
The other year I was lucky enough to have gotten a commission from him (All kindly set up by Hippynumber1), and the process of re-visiting his Dredd tales in order to pick a theme for John was a real joy. I went for a commission based on the classic post-Apocalypse War story 'The Last Invader', and it was every bit as good as I hoped it would be.
RIP Mr Cooper. And thanks for all the great art.
More sad news.
RIP John. Always liked your art which had solid draughtsmanship at its heart.
Loved The Last Invader and will always have a soft spot for his Morlock-a-like Gila Munja - their first appearence IIRC.
Dunk!
Ah shit! This is sad news, I had the privilege of 'lunching' with John in his home and he was a charming, funny old chap with some great stories...
Ah bloody hell, that's a shame. Loved his work in Battle and Roy of the Rovers, and while I may have struggled with some of the layout and background shading on Armitage, you could never fault his characters or the grimy realism he could deliver.
aye a damn shame . earliest memory of taking notice of who he was,was actually in the action force strips . rest ye well sir
RIP John.
Quote from: Dunk! on 01 January, 1970, 04:57:28 AM
.....his Morlock-a-like Gila Munja - their first appearence IIRC.
Oh yes. I know what i'll be re-reading tonight.
Loved Johnny Red.
RIP John.
Aye, even I am saddened by this news. Great memories, great inspiration, great artist. Rest easy, Mr Cooper.
Damn another great talent gone. Always a big fan of his work and have been waiting feverishly for Titan to get to reprinting his wonderful Johnny Red work.
Thoughts with his loved ones.
This is getting very depressing :'(
Sad news. Only a couple of months after I started reading, so Nikita Engels will always.have a place in my heart.
Another artist whose work was such a thrill has gone. :'(
The story about the brat boy [Tin Minded Prog 50] whose Robot Carer is instructed not to let him out of his sight is one of those Future Shocks that scared me rotten and I loved the art and story. Miserable news.
https://futureshockd.wordpress.com/tag/john-cooper/
Aw no, not another great artist! I loved his works in ACTION when I was teenager! :(
And last week I was re-read his Armitage series in Megzines :(
Sad news again. First Brett last week and now John Cooper. I have fond memories of his work.
Aw no, more awful news :( Another sad loss, and my thoughts are with his family and friends.
I first saw John Cooper's artwork in Scream! comic, on the phantomn hitch-hiker story, and loved his style as soon as i saw it. It was a genuine thrill to see him return to Armitage in the Megazine, and a real shame we wont see any more. He made Armitage his own.
Johnny Red and The Last Invader are both classic strips. One of the stalwarts of seventies and eighties British comics.
Just heard about Cooper, really sad to hear it. He was such a fixture in all the comics I read growing up - Battle especially and yeah, Johnny Red will always remain as one of my absolute favourites.
M
Another great talent gone. I loved his work in Battle.
Very sad to hear about John Cooper.
I'm a big fan of his work, and am privileged to own some of his brilliant original artwork too.
RIP
Brett Ewins, Buttonman, now John Cooper... Sssesh.
Oh wait, MSPaintBot is still with us? Phew.
Sad stuff on Mr Cooper. Much joy he gave. RIP.
Fecks sake BPP, you gave me a funny turn there! :o
Quote from: BPP on 25 February, 2015, 11:23:01 AM
Brett Ewins, Buttonman, now John Cooper... Sssesh.
Oh wait, MSPaintBot is still with us? Phew.
It's been a definite 'make the most of the time you have because you never know when you'll go' kind of week. The point has very much been made now, so if the Fates could leave everyone alone, that'd be great.
Dr. Eugenie Clark, one of the pioneers of shark research and conservation. Not only was she probably one of the nicest people in the field of marine biology, but her retort to the cringe worthily old hat question all MB's receive is legendary. RIP
"People often asked if Clark had ever been attacked by a shark, and she reported that it has happened only once but that the accident did not take place in the water. She was driving to a school to talk about sharks and had the dried, mounted jaw of a 12-foot tiger shark beside her on the front seat. Stopping abruptly at a traffic light, she stretched out her arm to keep the shark jaw from nicking the dashboard. It fell against her arm, the teeth sank in, and Clark had a half circle of tooth-marks."
As feared, Leonard Nimoy. :'(
End-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease at the age of 83
Aw no. :(
Just read that. Gutting. Childhood watching original series, teens watching the films, and adult life watching the various appearances in film and TV.....seemed like he was around forever, and always would be. :(
RIP, thanks for great characters of Mr Spock & William Bell.
Indisputably one of the most memorable and unique actors of the last 60 years. I somehow thought he'd live forever. Ní bheidh a leithéid arís ann.
Spock was always my favourite. Very sad that he's passed. :'(
I am and always will be, his fan.
Really sad about Mr Nimoy. Spock was fantastic, almost like a friend. I also loved his wonderful turn in Columbo - it's probably my favourite episode.
Absolutely fucking gutted.
Awww Damn it all to he'll, now I'm getting seriously depressed. Z :(
Awww, damn. He played Spock right till the very end too. I'll miss him.
I am emotionally compromised.
Last Sunday, he posted his last tweet;
"A life is like a garden. Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved, except in memory. LLAP"
RIP Mr Nimoy. And thank you for the memories.
Sad to hear about the passing of Mr Nimoy. May well have got a bit stuck with Spock but seem to have fun with it all.
Sorry Hawk missed the sad news about Eugeunie Clark in all of that, I must make a point to read some of her work. RIP. Z
aw, shame about Nimoy.
A pretty dreadful week for the Entertainment Industry.So goodbye to Actor /Director/Singer [sort of] Leonard Nimoy and for us who are left behind to mourn and wonder -live long and prosper.
Utterly gutted. Such an awful week for great losses in the human race.
*raises glass to Leonard Nimoy whilst attempting Vulcan salute with free hand.
You lived long and prospered. Now rest in peace.
(http://i58.tinypic.com/33dwark.jpg)
(http://d1466nnw0ex81e.cloudfront.net/n_iv/600/1101977.jpg)
Oh it's been bad recently but the worm invariably turns. There'll be better ones. I read an interesting post on some other forum from a simulation theory dude: he says these are the glitches near the end of the programme. So there, we can all feel secure then. Z
Goaty, that's so good. Z :D
Before I was into anything else I was into Star Trek. BBC2 6pm. I am going to miss Leonard Nimoy being around more than I can honestly put into words. Goodbye, Mr Nimoy. Rest In Peace. :(
So true 8 ball, we all as kids were beside ourselves for the BBC2 Star Treks. How did sci fi loose that mass audience. My sister used to be rapt when Star Trek came on and fancied Han Solo when we all went to see the Star Wars films in the late 70's and early 80's. 30 years later we have a niche audience (still love them) and a kinda lack of the interest and joy that guys like Leonard seemed to be anle to enjender once. Z :(
Devastating news about Leonard Nimoy. Completely stunned. :'(
Oh I am so sorry, as someone post that on twitter, so heartbroken scene when you realise; :(
(http://i.imgur.com/NXdNr57.jpg?1)
Thought provoking stuff. :(
Seeing this on Facebook gave me a lump in my throat too:
(http://i57.tinypic.com/f1ibdk.jpg)
Such sad news. RIP.
http://youtu.be/Aik18TiJjA8
Leonard Nimoy - Legend.
So sad, no more (While being Poiant, not disrespectful...)
Spock (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVIt0DYKssI&spfreload=1) or
In Search Of.... (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZCGocLDrR4)
Quote from: SpockWhile the needs of the one....outweigh the needs of the few
Only repeating that quote here, because it was one of his more interesting one from the scifi series he was best known for.
Were the needs of the few that much greater.........
:(
Boris Nemtsov, Russian liberal politician, shot 4 times in the back. Another voice stilled in an increasingly controlling Russia. RIP. Z
Quote from: ZenArcade on 28 February, 2015, 11:07:18 AM
Boris Nemtsov, Russian liberal politician, shot 4 times in the back. Another voice stilled in an increasingly controlling Russia. RIP. Z
What an amazing coincidence this was!
I have several choice words on this subject but i'll take them to the politics thread.
RIP chap
Sorry to read about the passing at only 59 of one of the co-creators of The Simpson Sam Simon.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-31801198 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-31801198)
Gosh, I've been ever so busy, I'm only catching this now. Simon is a late 20th century; early 21st century person of note. I'm fairly ambivalent about most of the post 2003 Simpsons episodes but that episode with Grandpappy Simpson stroking the revolver saying "you're the bees knees baby an I missed you bad" is a bealter. God rest him. Z
After the last fortnight I almost didn't dare click on this thread when I saw new posts. :(
It's been a hard school Dark Jimbo and no mistake. We'll have better ones. Z ;)
Terry Pratchett, :( just read it on twitter. RIP :(
PTerry's confirmation here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-31858156
aw that's a shame. I devoured all of the earlier discworld books, but tailed off a bit as they were starting to become a little formulaic, but they were astonishing books and spawned hundreds of imitators.
Buggerit!
Crappy news.
RIP Mr Pratchett, your works brought me a lot of much needed laughter over the years.
"Heads or some sort of fish with legs?"
Dunk!
Incredibly sad news. RIP Sir Terry. :'(
Very very sad. RIP :-(
(was already a sad date for me as was the day my Dad died. The 12th March is not a nice day for me).
Not ashamed to say my eyes filled with tears at this awful news. I only met Pratchett the once, but I've read him since the very start, and his wit, decency, eloquence and raw common sense has always been an inspiration - albeit in the most unlikely of places. He deserved better and longer.
To lose both him and Banks so close together, with their dependable reliable rythym of publication, and promise of humane insight amongst all the chuckles, well, it's like two of the seasons have been cancelled.
Used to see him all the time at Liverpool Street over ground station in the early 2000's.
Personable bloke.
Said hello to him once and he stopped and shook my hand.
Nice fella.
Ah feck it here come the water works! :'(
I think that Esme Weatherwax is the greatest character in fiction.
EDIT: All fiction, ever. Rounded, and a perfect shade of grey.
Didn't really like his books if I'm honest.
Not my cup of tea and I tried several.
But seemed a nice bloke and the World needs nice blokes.
That's why I'm sad.
Reading Snuff at the moment. Very sad news.
Never a Terry Pratchett reader, but he gave joy to millions and dealt with an awful condition with humour and bravery. One couldn't ask more from a human being, so RIP Terry. Z
Absolutely gutted at the news. Long time fan of the gentleman and always enjoyed his work. He had the human condition absolutely nailed. That said, as with Mr Hicklenton, his condition would have made his last years unbearable for him and his family so I am glad that they have been spared that pain.
Aye, +1 on Granny. I'd add that I think the (not unrelated) Tiffany Aching books present one of the most remarkable and sustained insights into the reality of growing up and grasping the nature of the world that I've ever read, and puts many 'serious' coming of age novels to shame. Beneath all the twee puns and rather smug wit Pratchett's world was one of starkly pragmatic morality, and has a great deal to say.
Quote from: Tordelback on 12 March, 2015, 06:29:32 PM
Aye, +1 on Granny. I'd add that I think the (not unrelated) Tiffany Aching books present one of the most remarkable and sustained insights into the reality of growing up and grasping the nature of the world that I've ever read, and puts many 'serious' coming of age novels to shame. Beneath all the twee puns and rather smug wit Pratchett's world was one of starkly pragmatic morality, and has a great deal to say.
Meh.
Good bloke though.
The greatest ascending ape RIP
Quote from: Mattofthespurs on 12 March, 2015, 05:05:08 PM
...a nice bloke and the World needs nice blokes.
That's why I'm sad.
This.
RIP Mr Pratchett.
I don't know how to express how sad this makes me. A huge part of my childhood was enlivened by discovering Pratchett's writing, and years after reading, quotes still return to haunt me.
I still have a couple of his books to get around to, so while Terry's absence is a sad loss to us because of the kindness and charity he displayed in life, his work and the insights and joy it can impart will continue. Anyone would be blessed to have that legacy.
My ex wife read his books. I got a few autographed hardbacks for her. He engendered me when he saw me.
Amazing out of all the folk he saw he not only remembered me but he remembered the dedication 'Is it Happy Anniversary again?' I agreed with a smile and he included '...again' so that the book sod out from the earlier one (there was a 'Merry Christmas' in the one he signed at Odyssey7 so they weren't always the same)
I missed meeting him after my marriage went fubar.
Daevid Allen (http://www.theguardian.com/music/2015/mar/13/gong-founder-daevid-allen-has-died-aged-77) from out of Gong.
Quote from: Bat King on 13 March, 2015, 04:13:14 AM
My ex wife read his books. I got a few autographed hardbacks for her. He engendered me when he saw me.
Amazing out of all the folk he saw he not only remembered me but he remembered the dedication 'Is it Happy Anniversary again?' I agreed with a smile and he included '...again' so that the book sod out from the earlier one (there was a 'Merry Christmas' in the one he signed at Odyssey7 so they weren't always the same)
I missed meeting him after my marriage went fubar.
That's a great stoy!
Mine also includes an ex.
Getting a copy of Nanny Ogg's cookbook for a present I asked fo some witty dedication, he said, "I can think of something funnier."
"Go on then," I said.
He wrote: Can't Ook, Won't Ook.
Fair dos, I thought.
Ha! My ex LOVES the Librarian (and Death).
As with everything these days, there's a petition - http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/31867210 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/31867210)
Hmmm, my one meeting with Pratchett was also getting a hardback signed for my still-currently-non-ex. He asked what her favourite character was and I said Nanny, and he wrote 'To [Tordelgirl], the next best thing to Gytha Ogg!', which was true, then and now. Then I asked him something about Good Omens (possibility of a sequel or something), and he said he wondered why it was the book that everyone asked him about, but simultaneously was his worst seller. Certainly put a lot into engaging with the fans, when you think just how many people he must have signed for that day, never mind in his career.
We are broken to pieces by the loss of Terry in our household but emboldened by the life he lead and the sheer wealth of stuff he created. M'Geoffery is an enormous fan and there was much sorrow.
Then the next day Daevid Allen of Gong died as well - another big loss. We saw him a while ago in Bristol - seemed very much alive and as breathlessly weird as ever. Now he's orf and all.
Quite terrible, quite terrible. It's going to be a bad year for this sort of thing I feel.
Microsoft Internet Explorer - http://www.theverge.com/2015/3/17/8230631/microsoft-is-killing-off-the-internet-explorer-brand
Andy Fraser from Free :'(
(http://www.vintageguitar.com/wp-content/uploads/3055/frasier-02.jpg)
http://ultimateclassicrock.com/andy-fraser-dies
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 17 March, 2015, 05:26:50 PM
Microsoft Internet Explorer - http://www.theverge.com/2015/3/17/8230631/microsoft-is-killing-off-the-internet-explorer-brand
As I understand it, they're just renaming it "Firefox Two Years Ago."
Really saddened to hear about the death of Andy Fraser from Free.
Listening to Free was a big part of my young adulthood, and his bass playing was absolutely tremendous. Anyone who appreciates good music should take a listen to Mr Big ( from Free live ) to hear the phenomenal bass playing there.
Another sad loss and far, far too young at only 62.
RIP Andy.......I imagine you having a great jam session with your mate Koss, wherever you are...RIP mate.
Remember Shaw Taylor from Police 5? He's died.
I do indeed remember Shaw Taylor - he always seemed to pop up at certain points in my childhood, and was saddened to read of his death today.
RIP Mr Taylor.
I guess most of you won't be too bothered but AJ Pero of Twisted Sister has died... :(
oh..the drummer
Hipps, looking at this thread always reminds me of my own mortality. I've always believed I'll die alone and I'm okay with that. It's how I've lived most of my life, after all. But your post hit me, somehow. It's one thing to die alone but quite another to die unknown.
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I'm not into music and I've never heard of the guy so I looked at his Wiki page. Not as a mark of respect, as such, more like a nod, like taking your cap off for a funeral.
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Anthony Jude Pero. You can drum with thunderheads, now.
http://uk.ign.com/articles/2015/03/21/perro-aguayo-jr-dies-after-wrestling-match-with-rey-mysterio
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 20 March, 2015, 10:44:45 PM
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Anthony Jude Pero. You can drum with thunderheads, now.
I love this! What a wonderful thought...
Managed to miss the news about John Renbourn (http://www.npr.org/2015/03/28/395966276/influential-guitarist-john-renbourn-dies-at-70) last week. It's not something I listen to a lot, but I have a soft spot for all of that English folk stuff as my parents were pretty into it.
Here's The Cuckoo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czohTwZjEpQ).
John Renbourn died? Oh man, I missed that one too. :'( He'll be jammin' with Bert Jansch somewhere.....
Robert Z'Dar, the biggest chin ever! Also Manic Cop.
(http://mimg.ugo.com/201202/4/8/4/218484/cuts/2b3e6daa90a8_480x270.jpg)
Quote from: Goaty on 01 April, 2015, 11:08:51 AM
Robert Z'Dar, the biggest chin ever! Also Manic Cop.
(http://mimg.ugo.com/201202/4/8/4/218484/cuts/2b3e6daa90a8_480x270.jpg)
Somewhere out there in the multiverse, Z'Dar is being lauded for his starring role in Desperate Dan: The Movie.
I never heard of him, but that is quite the chin 'n' chops combo. He could play Fabry's Balor (but let's not get too much into that topic on this thread).
I only know him from Maniac Cop and Tango & Cash. :'(
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 01 April, 2015, 11:58:25 AM
I never heard of him, but that is quite the chin 'n' chops combo. He could play Fabry's Balor (but let's not get too much into that topic on this thread).
Agreed, now that you mention it.
Can't find a image to put up here, but I did notice
Balor has that thing happening with his entire head almost. Of course, that might have made this man's personal life even more unfortunate. I guess the chin thing got him a lot employment in a lot those cheap horror films. It's called
Cherubism (http://www.ask.com/wiki/Cherubism?o=2802&qsrc=999&ad=doubleDown&an=apn&ap=ask.com) by the way.
Does anybody recall
Night Breed (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MntiEGXQFk), (One of the fun movies of the 80's) I thought he might have been this dude....
(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTRmuoBzGK-jhHN239kuBspNsAZM_P4RFL8A8Qac5ivEo8kjmFS)
Yet, check of casting doesn't show his name.
No disrespect intended.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 01 April, 2015, 02:00:43 PM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 01 April, 2015, 11:58:25 AM
I never heard of him, but that is quite the chin 'n' chops combo. He could play Fabry's Balor (but let's not get too much into that topic on this thread).
Agreed, now that you mention it.
Can't find a image to put up here, but I did notice Balor has that thing happening with his entire head almost. Of course, that might have made this man's personal life even more unfortunate. I guess the chin thing got him a lot employment in a lot those cheap horror films. It's called Cherubism (http://www.ask.com/wiki/Cherubism?o=2802&qsrc=999&ad=doubleDown&an=apn&ap=ask.com) by the way.
Does anybody recall Night Breed (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MntiEGXQFk), (One of the fun movies of the 80's) I thought he might have been this dude....
(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTRmuoBzGK-jhHN239kuBspNsAZM_P4RFL8A8Qac5ivEo8kjmFS)
Yet, check of casting doesn't show his name.
No disrespect intended.
Sorry, I thougth he might have been that dude with a little more prosthesis added, of course ;)
He's one of the few slasher actors to appear in every instalment of the series as the titular Maniac Cop. Not even Robert Englund has done that.
For what they are, I consider the MC series to be amongst the best of the genre, in no small part due to Zdar's creepy yet brutal depiction of a psychotic. RIP
Actor Tom Towles died on April 5th.
Only just found out about it.
James Best, AKA Sheriff Rosco P Coltrane (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-f3CFzahrRs) from the original Dukes of Hazzard tv show. Was never big into cars as a kid and I associated rednecks with slavery so I was always secretly hoping the Dukes would get caught or at least shot by the police - especially that wanker Bo - but that show was massive with my mates. I remember Rosco's crowning moment actually came in the reunion tv movie when he turned out to have been a genius all along, but was enjoying himself being a bumbling idiot who didn't have to shoot people - not even that wanker Bo.
Awww, ole Roscoe P Coltrane an Flash. RIP good buddy. Z
Fact: James Best was Tarantino' s drama coach before he chose a career in directing/screenwriting. All I'll say is that this fact explains a lot.(Genius director/writer though).
Geoffrey Lewis, actor, A familiar face throughout the 70's and 80's, and an underestimated character actor. Always recall how much he scared the piss out of me in that scene in Salem's Lot when he's crawling about in the cellar all vampired up! :(
That's a shame. Such a face of the 70's, as one of Clint Eastwood's loyal film crew.
Rip Geoffrey Lewis.
Dunk!
The rocking chair scene in Salem's Lot is still creepy. Sorry to hear that Geoffrey is gone.
https://youtu.be/kju516zay7Y
I had to look up who Geoffery Lewis was... Of course! His was a face I've seen a thousand times, but I never knew his name. Shame he passed. RIP.
He was indeed a very familar face, and a great actor. Superb in Thunderbolt and Lightfoot.
RIP, Mr Lewis
Thunderbolt And Lightfoot is an underrated classic and Geoffrey Lewis was a great actor. I'll always remember my Dad taking me to see Every Which Way and Lewis excelled in the trusty and funny side-kick role. As a fan, my thoughts go to Juliette and the rest of the family.
I remember loving when Thunderbolt and Lightfoot came on TV in my formative years. Dad always let us stay up on a Friday night after school as a treat to watch a movie and have a late supper. Clint Eastwood (God almighty); George Kennedy (as the guy you didn't want to get into a conversation at a bar with), Geoff Bridges (as the guy you did want to get into a conversation in a bar with) and the delectable Catherine Bach (Daisy Duke). All assembled in one of the best paced, best cast and best scripted movies you'd ever want to watch. God rest Geoffrey Lewis. Z
The legendary Richie Benaud.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cricket/32182999 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cricket/32182999)
Never much of a cricket fan myself, but had various friends through college and Uni who'd religiously watch/listen to the cricket over the summer, and there was something about his "marvellous" mellow voice that will always remind me of hot sunny days and everything being right in the world for a few hours.
Achieved the goal of playing his favourite sport at a professional level, captaining his country to victory, then, when his playing days were over, moving onto being involved in it for the rest of his life. Can't want more from life really.
RIP Richie.
Dunk!
Not so Marvellous, famously lampooned by the Twelve Man.
Thinking about his voice overs, conjures images of a freshly mowed pitch, men in white, and the colours.
The cherry stains from a new ball.
MY older brother and my late grandfather were huge fans of the game much to my detriment when I would rather watch cartoons. This lead to many arguments with both of them during the holidays when we stayed on the gold coast surburbs of Labrador on the broad water.
My late grandfather had this knack for picking up the reception with a set of gold clubs set up like a double cross while wired to the television when ever it wasn't being televised there at the time.
Anybody remember Freddy Truman's Test Match. Classic board game and before I go further off topic.
I can't remember much more about the guy, except for his trade mark silvery prince valiant styled hair and that voice over of his.
RIP Benaud. That's the last reason to listen to cricket gone then. Nothing but dull moaners left now.
RIP Richie Benaud, one of the very best of commentators.
Top man Richie: Via con Dios. Z
Remember the Ashes :-X
Percy Sledge has passed away aged 73
QuoteThe crooner, best known for his classic song "When a Man Loves a Woman," passed away Tuesday morning in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Herb Trimpe, co-creator of Wolverine: http://comicbook.com/2015/04/14/herb-trimpe-co-creator-of-wolverine-has-passed-away/
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 14 April, 2015, 05:03:10 PM
Percy Sledge has passed away aged 73
QuoteThe crooner, best known for his classic song "When a Man Loves a Woman," passed away Tuesday morning in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Aw pish. Cracking voice that man had.
Yep great singer. RIP. Z
Quote from: Molch-R on 14 April, 2015, 05:05:40 PM
Herb Trimpe, co-creator of Wolverine: http://comicbook.com/2015/04/14/herb-trimpe-co-creator-of-wolverine-has-passed-away/
Aw. He was my favorite Hulk artist when I was a kid. Loved his style.
(http://i.imgur.com/qU8P1nl.png)
Sad news about Harbe Trimpe. Thanks to him Captain Britain instantly became my favourite comics character. Which was no mean feat as I was obsessed with Spider-Man.
I read about him passing away earlier on today and that has been forefront in my mind all day.
Aye, RIP Mr Trimpe.
A big fan of his work growing up, and Im lucky enough to own some pages of original art that he penciled.
All the greats are passing now :-( RIP.
Keith Harris,he of orville the duck and my favourite cuddles the monkey.
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y267/albion79uk/857b7ff732381b89d8e2990aee74dc57_zpsxn5k1d2m.jpg)
lovely that, albion
Get back in the box.
I don onna ged bag in da bog!
You will get back in the box.
Deya gonna bun da bog wid me ingide!
Sweet, dude. Z
Ben E King, the soul and R&B singer best known for the classic song Stand By Me, has passed away aged 76.
writer Ruth Rendell has passed away aged 85
Very surprised that the death of Nigel Terry hasn't attracted slightly more attention...
http://www.theguardian.com/stage/2015/may/03/nigel-terry
Jim
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 03 May, 2015, 08:15:53 PM
Very surprised that the death of Nigel Terry hasn't attracted slightly more attention...
http://www.theguardian.com/stage/2015/may/03/nigel-terry
Jim
He was the best
Arthur....ever!
Did anybody remember him in
Troy????
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 03 May, 2015, 08:15:53 PM
Very surprised that the death of Nigel Terry hasn't attracted slightly more attention...
http://www.theguardian.com/stage/2015/may/03/nigel-terry
Jim
I love Excalibur ( my favourite of all the Arthurian movies) but I had to google him as I would never have recognised the name.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 03 May, 2015, 08:15:53 PM
Very surprised that the death of Nigel Terry hasn't attracted slightly more attention...
http://www.theguardian.com/stage/2015/may/03/nigel-terry (http://www.theguardian.com/stage/2015/may/03/nigel-terry)
Jim
Bad news indeed - and joining Nicol Williamson four years ago - for me the definitive Arthur and Merlin.
Did not realise that. As Jim said seemed to pass with little fanfare. Which seems strange given how Excalibur seemed so significent a film for my generation and for all of Nicol Williamson's dominance in the scenes he appears, Nigel Terry is quite superb and works as a perfect foil, in what I always thought was the starring role.
No age either.
Grace Lee Whitney, who played Yeoman Janice Rand in Star Trek.
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www.startrek.com/article/remembering-grace-lee-whitney-1930-2015
Sad to hear of the passing of Nigel Terry, but gladdened by reading The Guardian obituary and discovering he had an extensive career on the stage, his acting passion of choice, as i always had him in the "whatever happened to?" category.
He was excellent in Excalibur, a movie that still holds some magic for me, and for that I'm eternally grateful.
RIP Nigel.
Dunk!
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 04 May, 2015, 04:07:48 AM
Grace Lee Whitney, who played Yeoman Janice Rand in Star Trek.
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www.startrek.com/article/remembering-grace-lee-whitney-1930-2015
Awww, that is very sad news. I was too young to really have a crush on her, but I remember her character vividly. I was also happy to see her in Star Trek: TMP. RIP. :(
That is indeed sad about Grace Lee Whitney. 85 is a good run at life. RIP. Z
Quote from: ZenArcade on 04 May, 2015, 02:31:45 PM
That is indeed sad about Grace Lee Whitney. 85 is a good run at life. RIP. Z
Given the life she suffered, 85 is a pretty amazing age to get to.
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 03 May, 2015, 09:59:07 PM
Did not realise that. As Jim said seemed to pass with little fanfare. Which seems strange given how Excalibur seemed so significent a film for my generation and for all of Nicol Williamson's dominance in the scenes he appears, Nigel Terry is quite superb and works as a perfect foil, in what I always thought was the starring role.
No age either.
To tell the truth,
The name Nigel terry only seemed familiar to me until I followed the link given to find his picture.
Farewell Excaliber (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Ll4qS4anGo%20%3Cbr%20/%3E%20%5Bb)[/url]
I 've also resurrected old thread
here! (https://forums.2000adonline.com/index.php?action=post;topic=23941.0;last_msg=412721)
Merlin's demise here! (http://forums.2000adonline.com/index.php/topic,16271.2685.html)
:|
James Garner?? Nooooo!!! He's too cool to die! Fucking gutted.
He died last year but it does seem to be popping up on social media.
First I heard! Might be an old one, but it's still shite!
Errol Brown lead singer of
Hot Chocolate has passed away, aged 71.
QuoteHot Chocolate lead singer Errol Brown has died aged 71, his manager has said.
Phil Dale said Brown, who died at his home in the Bahamas, had had liver cancer.
Hot Chocolate had hits in more than 50 countries worldwide, including You Sexy Thing, It Started With A Kiss and Everyone's a Winner.
Brown was made an MBE by the Queen in 2003 and received an Ivor Novello award for his outstanding contribution to British music in 2004
R.I.P Errol - loved your music when I was a lad. So sad.
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 06 May, 2015, 03:15:15 AM
First I heard!
Must be something in the water, as I only heard about
Harve Bennett the other day (though to be fair, he passed away around the same time as Leonard Nimoy and got overshadowed slightly). A great contributor to Star Trek's rejuvenation in general, but also gave us specifically the high watermark of the franchise in
Wrath of Khan.
Ah ballicks, error was a top guy. Bummer. RIP. Z
King of The Blues B.B. KING, aged 89
Gutted about this - I adore BB King and have seen him a few times. Always gave a great show and lived an incredible life - In addition to some of the most sublime blues music ever recorded, how can you argue with an elderly obese former sharecropper who seduced loads of women by taking them flying in his 2 seater plane?
That's terrible news about B.B. King. He was a legendary musician. RIP.
BB kIng deserves a place amongst musics immortals. The thrill is gone. :'(
Such a shame about BB King, but a good innings, and an incredible legacy.
I want to treat you all to this live recording, my favourite of his, from the Newport Centre in New York, I believe 1965 (could be wrong).
It's from an amazing live album called The Blues: A Real Summit Meeting - originally very rare, hard to find vinyl, but now thankfully available on iTunes. All the blues greats of their time perform in one incredible concert.
BB King is last on the album, with this epic number.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyOaCWoF3Dg
The King is dead, long live the King.
Legend doesn't really start to describe what this man was. A huge inspiration to me, taught me how to feel the blues, wringing out the touch & tone of each and every note. It's always sad when another bluesman is called back home, but his music will always endure. Fairwell Riley.B. King, enjoy the great gig in the sky...
Good to see the posts for the big man & cheers for the link shaolin monkey...
This is also classed as one of his best concerts. Live in Africa 1974. Man he was on fire...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQQ_vl47CGc
It's actually 'Outside Help' but no matter, its fabulous...
Never got to see BB live, but I did get rip roaring drunk in his club in Memphis. That'll have to do...
Peter Chapman. Likely none of you would know the name, he was a DOP in film and TV, you'll all have seen his work at some point I expect (Lovejoy, Dr Who, Blakes 7, Dad's Army, Dixon of Dock Green, and so many more), but like all GOOD DOP's, he was the kind of professional filmmaker who just blended into the background mix of the shows he worked on, letting the work speak for itself. I don't tend to get that upset when folk I know die...it's just a fact of life. However, on this occasion, I am deeply saddened by the loss of this lovely crazy old bugger. At least he went i a fashion befitting his character (70+ year old man doing tree surgery for shits and giggles) rather than wasting away with illness in a hospital bed.
Quote from: Zarjazzer on 15 May, 2015, 12:13:05 PM
BB kIng deserves a place amongst musics immortals. The thrill is gone. :'(
Never new him by his wrok, only by name, and about the last part of your post....
Not true, I'm still here
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 16 May, 2015, 04:17:10 PM
Peter Chapman. Likely none of you would know the name, he was a DOP in film and TV, you'll all have seen his work at some point I expect (Lovejoy, Dr Who, Blakes 7, Dad's Army, Dixon of Dock Green, and so many more), but like all GOOD DOP's, he was the kind of professional filmmaker who just blended into the background mix of the shows he worked on, letting the work speak for itself. I don't tend to get that upset when folk I know die...it's just a fact of life. However, on this occasion, I am deeply saddened by the loss of this lovely crazy old bugger. At least he went i a fashion befitting his character (70+ year old man doing tree surgery for shits and giggles) rather than wasting away with illness in a hospital bed.
I shall watch a Blakes 7 episode tonight in memory of Peter. What a CV of talent he had.
Good man. ;)
Actor Terry Sue-Patt has passed away at the age of 50.
He was best known for his role as Benny Green on British TV drama series Grange Hill, According to reports, he was found dead on Friday at his home in London, but the cause of his death has not yet been confirmed.
Oh God that's terrible of bad news. The old nostalgia is kicking in a bit. I always remember watching Grange Hill and that episode where Benny and Tucker have to infiltrate a rival school to get one of their blazers back is one of the best things I ever saw on children's telly. Sorry to hear he's gone and sympathies to his family and friends. Wow Downer Saturday. :'(
Ramsey Campbell has tweeted that mainly-fantasy author Tanith Lee has died. Wikipedia seems to confirm. No other info.
That's very sad news. She wasn't that old. RIP Ms. Lee.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 26 May, 2015, 03:08:17 PM
Ramsey Campbell has tweeted that mainly-fantasy author Tanith Lee has died. Wikipedia seems to confirm. No other info.
Just heard the same through a FB friend who knows her...
Never Mind the Buzzcocks. Cancelled after 28 seasons, many a happy hour of laughter. Mostly at Preston.
Shame. Have to say the replacement for LaMarr was a bit crap (IMO) so hadn't watched it for a few years. Still sad to hear the axe has fallen though.
Just hear about Charles Kennedy, Former Liberal Democrat leader. 55 is no age to go
Sad news about Charles Kennedy who passed away overnight. He had many daemons to contend with; but always came across as one of the very few genuine politicians in the UK. Z
Dammit! RIP Sir Christopher Lee, 93 :(
Buggering, buggering sodding hell. :'(
Just read that on FB.....bah.....guess it was only a matter of time at his age, glad he kept acting just about all the way to the end. Legend.
Christopher lee.What a life the man lived and what a wonderful actor.Rest in peace.
That's very sad news indeed. One of the true greats. A good age though. RIP Mr Lee.
:(
Christopher Lee appeared in high profile films and turned out captivating performances even into his nineties can't really think of a better tribute to the man.
Thank you sir.
Christopher Lee was a special forces soldier during WW2 and an amazing and charismatic actor. :(
A real shame but a very good age and a life well lived.
RIP sir!
Ron Moody (Fagin from Oliver!) (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-33094914)
Whenever I hear of a great actor dying my sadness is counteracted by the hope that lots of good films will be shown in tribute.
I'm gutted beyond words by the legend Christopher Lee's passing. RIP. :'(
Quote from: Goaty on 11 June, 2015, 12:32:35 PM
Dammit! RIP Sir Christopher Lee, 93 :(
Ah, no. Goodbye, Christopher: A good long life, well spent.
And now Ornette Coleman (http://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/12/arts/music/ornette-coleman-jazz-saxophonist-dies-at-85-obituary.html?_r=0). What a day.
Aye, Mr. Lee is probably up their with Peter and Vincent right now. He left quite a legacy.
Bloody hell, what a sad day!
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 11 June, 2015, 04:22:35 PM
Aye, Mr. Lee is probably up their with Peter and Vincent right now. He left quite a legacy.
Let's not forget Michael Ripper, now!
Aye, just caught this online, about Christopher Lee. Hadn't he just celebrated his 93rd birthday not that long ago? But sad news. An absolute Legend.
So, farewell Lord Summerisle...
Just heard about the loss of Christopher Lee, and am absolutely gutted.
Still, he led an amazing life and had an incredible career. His films will always be with us.
And looking at the thread, I see I missed the passing of Tanith Lee. Very sad news.
Never did get round to buying the 3rd book in the Blood Opera trilogy - must get onto that.
I was never big into Hammer horror or any of the stuff that Christopher Lee made his name with... but DAMN, seeing the news of his passing was a punch in the gut. He seemed like an alright guy.
R.I.P. Christopher Lee. Loved him in Lord of the Rings.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 11 June, 2015, 05:10:57 PM
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 11 June, 2015, 04:22:35 PM
Aye, Mr. Lee is probably up their with Peter and Vincent right now. He left quite a legacy.
Let's not forget Michael Ripper, now!
He was particularly good friends with Peter and Vincent, though...
https://youtu.be/gQ-vLZBiCNI
Michael Ripper's probably serving the drinks.
Sad news. Christopher Lee was a major talent and will be missed by all. My favourite roles would be LOTR and of course, The Wicker Man.
any old fans of wrestling from the 80's will know of The American Dream Dusty Rhodes who has sadly died today. RIP.
Christopher Lee now, I read it first here.
So I don't know much about it except that he did seem very old and I glad to see fulfil his last roles as Saruman of the White or Many Colours.
Not sure what else he was in lately except the other part he played as Count Duku in the earlier Star Wars films.
I'm as sorry to see he expire as I would be towards any other celebrity I don't personally know.
The original Lord of Misrule
wrestler Virgil Runnels aka "the American dream" Dusty Rhodes aged 69
Sir Christopher Lee (R.I.P.) Reads Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven," and From "The Fall of the House of Usher." (http://www.openculture.com/2015/06/christopher-lee-r-i-p-reads-edgar-allan-poes-the-raven-and-from-the-fall-of-the-house-of-usher.html)
The.mighty James Horner, composer of the scores for Aliens, Wrath of Khan and Titanic. I'll throw Krull in there too.
Sad news indeed, a tragic loss of one of the real greats.
What is scores? songs or background music for film scenes? like that Jaws shark music?
More background music, but not necessarily exclusively so, it depends on the film.
Background music is doing it a disservice though, it can be as much a character as an actor.
RIP James Horner.
A good movie score is part of the sense memory, Goaty, like the smell of Bacon cooking is a part of the experience of eating it. I can't picture matinee staple Battle Beyond the Stars without Horner's bouncy Trek-tinged theme, and I know many people who to this day can't hear the 20th Century Fox anthem at the start of a movie without thinking of Star Wars.
RIP James Horner.
Aye, when I think back on all my favourite films/tv series I can't remember the exact dialogue or every last scene, but the music stays with you long afterward, and just one or two notes of a good score can re-spark all the emotions I felt the first time I watched.
Every time I've been to see Mad Max I walked home madly drumming that key bit of the theme on my legs. :lol:
John Steed himself, Patrick Macnee, has died at the grand age of 93
He was great
Terrible news about Patrick Macnee. RIP.
I got the news about this literally 2 minutes after we'd watched 'Silent Dust' from series 3. Black and white with Mrs Peel - classic era British TV. I shall savour the rest of the series even more now... :'(
I love the Avengers, best 60s tv adventure show by far. McNee was a great actor and the played the unruffled, cool and quintessent Englishman to a tee.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 25 June, 2015, 07:38:26 PMJohn Steed himself, Patrick Macnee, has died at the grand age of 93
He was great
I was watching Battlestar Galactica just the other day (the 1970s version, otherwise I wouldn't be mentioning it now)...
Quote from: sheridan on 25 June, 2015, 11:54:09 PM
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 25 June, 2015, 07:38:26 PMJohn Steed himself, Patrick Macnee, has died at the grand age of 93
He was great
I was watching Battlestar Galactica just the other day (the 1970s version, otherwise I wouldn't be mentioning it now)...
Watched the a show
The Avengers when it was brought back to television late 1980's during school holidays. Never liked the remake and sad to see a classic fella go.
With all the problems he had , MacNee sure had a good long innings. RIP.
I've just spotted several reports that Chris Squire of Yes has died.
I'm doing that horrible thing of clicking through articles and hoping against hop that it's a hoax. But it appears not.
It was recently announced that he was receiving treatment for leukemia. Even so, this comes as a terrible shock. He was one of my favourite bass players of all time.
God dammit. Yes is one of my all time favourite bands and Squire was a killer bass player.
Worst news back from the festival. Squire was a king - utterly horrible news.
Sir Nicholas Winton, MBE (the knighthood and MBE were given for completely different, and entirely laudable reasons).
Saved the lives of nearly 700 children through organising the Kindertransport from Czechoslavakia. A further 250 were on a train which left Prague on the day the Second World War broke out. The train never arrived at Liverpool Street, and the children were never seen again.
BBC News (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-12402158)
Irish Crooner Val Doonican, Singer,artist dies.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-33363938
I'm afraid that's another addition to the "didn't know he was still alive" file. My mum was always a big fan and she's 84.
my dad has a huge val doonican collection to go with his troggs records!
The brilliant Omar Sharif, 83, has passed. RIP. :(
http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/jul/10/omar-sharif-dies-at-the-age-of-83 (http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/jul/10/omar-sharif-dies-at-the-age-of-83)
Hopefully he just quickly disappeared into the shadows.
Omar Sharia. God rest him. A part of the ultimate cinematic moment. The intro to Lawrence of Arabia. David Lean at his genius apogee. Z
Too damn right. Apologies Z
Nintendo CE Satoru Iwata has died aged 55. A huge part of the videogames industry for years. RIP.
Quote from: von Boom on 10 July, 2015, 03:23:16 PM
The brilliant Omar Sharif, 83, has passed. RIP. :(
http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/jul/10/omar-sharif-dies-at-the-age-of-83 (http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/jul/10/omar-sharif-dies-at-the-age-of-83)
The
Omar Sherif......was only watching the film adaption of
Michael Cricthon's -Eaters of the Dead.
You know the one about the Arab who was sent to live with some Vikings because he slept with one of the concubines of who ever
Omar was portraying in that film. Obviously somebody important.
Reminds me of another story and can only
Google-Search who wrote what first. Not that I think it's much of problem. Must be quite common.
While I forget the older films' he was truly famous for, I do recall he was some comedy film.
Zucker-Brothers was the name and that's all I remember about him as well unfortunitely.
Those brothers made some funny films back in the 80's.
[BTW[/b] he does look like somebody close to 2000AD and saying no more about that!
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 13 July, 2015, 11:29:50 PM
Reminds me of another story and can only Google-Search who wrote what first. Not that I think it's much of problem. Must be quite common.
That would be Beowulf.
Surely you jest.... :o
Brief outline of the plot right from the start of the film version called Thirteeth Warrior....
Ahmad ibn Fadlan is a court poet to the Caliph of Baghdad, until his amorous encounter with the wife of an influential noble gets him exiled as an "ambassador" to Northern Barbarians. Traveling with Melchisidek, his caravan is saved from Turkic raiders by the appearance of Norsemen.
If read in the brief forward for one of the black n white hard back collections of Slaine that his people were originally came from the middle-east and read why Slaine was exiled from his tribe!
In Wikipedia's version original book's outline. It's might be different.....
The novel is set in the 10th century. The Caliph of Baghdad, Al-Muqtadir, sends his ambassador, Ahmad ibn Fadlan, to the king of the Volga Bulgars. He never arrives but is instead conscripted by a group of Vikings to take part in a hero's quest to the north
Because I never read the original story I wouldn't know if they just left that part out of the description, and may need second or third opinion.
Now the original story was written by 1976, much earlier than Slaine's debut with this magazine. Yet, I'm not so sure how early this written before it was published.
The film was... of course released in 1999 and while they do refer to those monsters called might have ben southern tribe of Bear-worshipping cannibals they named Wendoi which sound a bit like Grendel.
To the casual observer, it does look like Beowulf, and could be another version of same folktale.
Yet, my point was about Antonio Banderás protagonist is bit like Slaine because they were both exiled from their home for very similar reasons.
He\s well known for playing latest adaption of the Spanish folk-hero Zorro and the large Mexican from those Tarrantino films.
Some versions of Celtic history claim they were originally Spanish (Even that well known trailer suggest they could be...) or spent more time in that region before settling in the north while leaving some behind. Which doesn't really prove anything about their culture or more importantly their language at the time. Before I go on, I won't...
Sorry for the deviation and rest in peace Omar the Celtic-Chieftain who looks a bit like well know 2000Ad artist who could take his place.
Nick Cave's 15 year old son, Arthur.
I cant imagine how terrible it can be for a parent to lose a child.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-sussex-33533530
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 14 July, 2015, 06:39:34 AM
Surely you jest.... :o
No jesting at all; the 13th Warrior/Eaters of the Dead is based on/is a retelling of the Beowulf story.
That Arthur Cave story breaks my heart every time I see even a little bit of it. Utterly fathomlessly terrible. Poor family.
Here's an obituary that actually made me strangely happy though - as I've always seen him popping up in things and loved him Mr Aubrey Morris - cheers to johnnystress for pointing out this one:
(http://i.guim.co.uk/img/static/sys-images/Guardian/Pix/pictures/2015/7/16/1437067816564/Aubrey-Morris-as-Leslie-M-009.jpg?w=620&q=85&auto=format&sharp=10&s=4a986bbfabeebc56524ae4866888847a)
http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/jul/16/aubrey-morris
Hitchhiker's... Deadwood... Clockwork Orange... Wickerman...
Bit of a legacy and a solid innings - not all get that and only some that do have such opportunities.
Sigh..
That guy....
Don't know what he was in Hitch-Hikers.... (Guide to the Galaxy)?
I think I remember him as the Doctor from Clock-Work-Orange and the drinking of Milk+.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 17 July, 2015, 10:02:56 AM
Don't know what he was in Hitch-Hikers.... (Guide to the Galaxy)?
Golgafrincham captain in the 1980 TV series:
(https://33.media.tumblr.com/d5024db51e0c1722a8e043f690a6eb1d/tumblr_ms7v1juXko1rq5drao1_250.gif)
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 17 July, 2015, 10:02:56 AM
That guy....
I think I remember him as the Doctor from Clock-Work-Orange and the drinking of Milk+.
He played Alexander's Parole Officer.
Cheers
Lets have more Aubreygifs up in here for good measure:
(http://31.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m6dsm4UTgw1r60opno1_500.gif)
Sad news about Aubrey Morris. A face I've seen often, but never clued in to. RIP
Great gifs though.
French Formula One driver Jules Bianchi has died aged 25 from the head injuries he sustained at last year's Japanese Grand Prix.
Bianchi collided with a crane that was being used to retrieve another crashed car during the 5 October race.
Alex Rocco, the Emmy-winning character actor best known for taking a bullet through the eye as the Las Vegas casino boss Moe Greene in "The Godfather," has died. He was 79.
Quote from: rogue69 on 20 July, 2015, 01:26:23 PM
Alex Rocco, the Emmy-winning character actor best known for taking a bullet through the eye as the Las Vegas casino boss Moe Greene in "The Godfather," has died. He was 79.
He was fabulous recently as Matt LeBlanc's dad in Episodes (a criminally underrated series IMO)
Roddy Piper aged 61 from a cardiac arrest.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 17 July, 2015, 11:08:34 AM
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 17 July, 2015, 10:02:56 AM
Don't know what he was in Hitch-Hikers.... (Guide to the Galaxy)?
Golgafrincham captain in the 1980 TV series:
(https://33.media.tumblr.com/d5024db51e0c1722a8e043f690a6eb1d/tumblr_ms7v1juXko1rq5drao1_250.gif)
I remember that fellow.....
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 31 July, 2015, 11:51:08 PM
Roddy Piper aged 61 from a cardiac arrest.
Oh man.... loved his work & I have some recollection of sci-fi film he was where he was the last man alive and there were all these women that need him to breed. Plus some giant mutant toad men or something like that.......
Also there was one with aliens in it that only he could see sing special pair of sunnies.
What shame!
That'll be Hell Comes to Frogtown and They Live.
Not easy to look cool in a kilt (present company excepted), but Rowdy Roddy Piper managed it. By far my favourite of the 'golden age' of American wrestlers, and star of one of most important SF movies ever made. And also the star of one of the silliest. RIP, Roddy.
Quote from: TotalHack on 01 August, 2015, 08:41:24 AM
Not easy to look cool in a kilt
At last you have said something demonstrably wrong! Sadly, the rest of your post is 100% correct.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 31 July, 2015, 11:51:08 PM
Roddy Piper aged 61 from a cardiac arrest.
This is so sad. I was just discussing They Live with some friends last week. RIP Roddy.
At 2.20 this morning, my beloved wife Ray finally succumbed to the lung cancer she was diagnosed with back in January.
'Ae fond kiss, and then we sever;
Ae fareweel, alas, for ever!'
I will love you forever and a day
Your ever loving husband
Flip x
Flip, my most sincere condolences on your loss. Anything I say will be little comfort at this time. Just be strong and take strength from the love you both shared. Z
I am sorry Flip :(
Sorry to hear that. My thoughts are with you and yours.
So sorry for your terrible news flip-r mk2. All my thoughts and condolences.
So sorry for your loss.
My deepest condolences to you and yours Flip.
Very, very sorry to hear that Flip-r.
I'm sure your loving memories of her will help you through such a difficult time.
I'm so sorry for your loss, Flip.
My condolences Flip.
Our condolences Flip.
Sorry for your loss.
Ah Flip, so terribly sorry to hear this. Sincerest condolences to you and your families.
Thoughts with you and yours.
I am very sorry for your loss flip.
Sorry for you loss, Flip. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Terrible news Flip. I'm sorry for your loss.
Very sorry for your loss, Flip.
Ah, Filip, so sorry to hear that. My deepest sympathies.
Deepest condolences Flip-r
Sorry for your loss, Flip.
Awful news, Flip - keep your chin up.
That's terrible Flip-r. Hope the love you clearly have for her remains with you always. My thoughts are with you.
Really sorry to hear that Filip - thinking of you and yours down here.
Cilla Black aged 72
My condolences Filip.
All the celeb stuff pales into insignificence when it's one of our own.
My condolences, Flip. Very sorry to hear that.
Terrible news, Flip. Words of sympathy seem so pathetically inadequate in the face of something like this, but are sadly all I can offer. My sincerest condolences.
Jim
our prayers go with you flip :'(
Condolences Flip. That's terrible news.
Ah Flip, my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Deepest condolences.
So sorry to hear that Flip. Can't imagine there's anything that can be said to make it easier but thoughts are with you and yours in this hard time.
Sorry to hear your sad news Flip. Condolences to you at this difficult time.
Sorry for your loss Flip. Remember all those good times and don't dwell on the bad. Condolences.
Really sorry to hear your news Flip. As the good folk above have said, remember all the good times.
Deepest condolences.
So very sorry for your sad loss flip.My deepest sympathies.
It's awful when your significant other dies.
Condolences to you, Flip.
Only just getting to read of this now. Condolences to you and yours Flip.
Sorry to hear of your loss Flippo. I can't imagine what you're going through, my condolences to you and your family.
Aw Flip, so sorry to hear of your loss. All I can add is best wishes and hope you're OK.
Ah, Filip, that crushes me. I'm tremendously sorry for your loss. If there's anything I can do, my friend, please please don't hesitate to message me. All the best, man. :'(
Been away from the board for a bit, so only just saw Flip's news.
Really sincerely sorry to hear, sir. I'm conscious that there aren't many words I can offer by way of condolence. I just hope you'll take care of yourself and those close to you right now.
Haven't been posting on here for a while but just saw this and am absolutely devastated for you Filip, mate.
My deepest condolences to you and yours on your loss.
:'(
So sorry for your trouble Flip, best wished to you and your family.
RIP George Cole (Arthur Daley)
I do tend to avoid this thread but so sorry to hear your news Flip. Hopefully you can take comfort in knowing her pain is over and in the good times you shard.
Just caught up on this thread's last few pages - so sorry to hear that news Filip :(
Hope you're coping OK Filip, I hate to return to celebrities but I was saddened today to learn of the death of Trillian.
(http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/C04B/production/_84772294_84770045.jpg)
Susan Sheridan
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-33841383
She's gone off-world again :( "...but with a degree in maths and another in astrophysics what else was there to do? It was either that or the dole queue again on Monday"
And Reggie Perrin writer David Nobbs has gone, too.
Stephen Lewis from On The Buses and Last of he Summer Wine at 88. RIP Blakey.
http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2015/aug/13/on-the-buses-blakey-actor-stephen-lewis-dies (http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2015/aug/13/on-the-buses-blakey-actor-stephen-lewis-dies)
Don't get time to post much nowadays, but just wanted to offer my condolences to you Flip.
Julian Bond, a leader of the 1960's civil rights movement and former chairman of the National Association for the Advancement of Coloured People (NAACP), died on Saturday night. He was 75.
(http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/batman/images/e/ea/BgirlYCraig.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20081127212626)
Yvonne Craig 1937-2015
The dark-haired beauty, a native of Taylorville, Ill., began her theatrical career at age 17 as the youngest member of The Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo. She traveled the U.S. and was with the troupe for three years when she was discovered by director John Ford's son Patrick and cast for the lead in the movie The Young Land (1959).
She then starred opposite Elvis Presley in the films It Happened at the World's Fair (1963) and Kissin' Cousins (1964). The two dated for a spell.
Her film résumé also included The Gene Krupa Story (1959), John Sturges' By Love Possessed (1961), 7 Women From Hell (1961) — with future Joker villain Cesar Romero — Ski Party (1965) and Mars Needs Women (1967).
On television, she appeared on The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis, The Man From U.N.C.L.E., Fantasy Island, The Six Million Dollar Man, Kojak, Land of the Giants, Mod Squad, The Wild Wild West, Emergency! and many other shows.
(http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/yvonne-craig-dead-batgirl-1960s-816226)
As The Kinks sang a little bit of my childhood just died. Sorry to hear she's gone.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 19 August, 2015, 03:08:12 PM
As The Kinks sang a little bit of my childhood just died. Sorry to hear she's gone.
Forget to mention she was one of Kirks green girls in Star Trek https://youtu.be/1H2QvmWLT4s
Wes Craven has passed away aged 76.
Dammit :'(
(http://i.imgur.com/O3Klxtl.jpg)
That's a shame. he scared up my teen years brilliantly. RIP.
Oliver Sacks, the author and neurologist, has died aged 82.
If you haven't read anything by him I recommend The Man Who Mistook His Wife For a Hat or An Anthropologist on Mars. My wife has a series of books by him and even if you skim the detailed sections on drug trials and dosage, reading the cases never seems like voyeurism due to the compassion in his writing. Most striking for me was The Case of the Colorblind Painter, who was disgusted by his condition but with Sacks' help was able to live with his condition and continue painting.
A notable life.
Rico Rodriguez : The Specials' trombonist dies aged 80
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-34162351?post_id=912487905460053_965884883453688#_=_
Quote from: rogue69 on 05 September, 2015, 05:15:28 PM
Rico Rodriguez : The Specials' trombonist dies aged 80
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-34162351?post_id=912487905460053_965884883453688#_=_
yeah those of us of a certain age and Mod persuasion lifted a glass to him over the weekend, Saw him a couple of years ago at a Ska weekend in London, lovely man.
I am of that certain age and mod persuasion but I'll remember Rico more for his appearances with Jools Holland especially his solos on Hootenanny.
Quote from: rogue69 on 05 September, 2015, 05:15:28 PM
Rico Rodriguez : The Specials' trombonist dies aged 80
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-34162351?post_id=912487905460053_965884883453688#_=_
A real shame, but not unexpected. RIP Mr Rodriguez.
Aye, have always loved the Specials, but Rico on Jools Holland is my abiding memory. What a talent.
Indeed a sad loss for music fans. R.I.P Mr Rodriguez.
Firstly a massive thank you to all forum members who took the time to read and reply to my RIP post about my wife Ray, a heartfelt thank you to one and all.
Secondly Bryn Merrick bass player with The Damned 1983-89 passed away yesterday age 56.
filippo
Blimey. I somehow missed your post about Ray. I'm really sorry; hope you're coping OK
The eleven victims of the Shoreham Airshow disaster.
There was an emotional tribute to them all at the Brighton & Hove Albion V Hull game on Saturday. Two of the victims had connections with the club. The Albion have done a lot for the families, the community and the emergency services.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0RwZ8aBmAhY
On our way to football that day our bus entered the A27 about 200 yards along from where the crash happened, about 10 - 15 minutes after the crash. We saw the smoke from it and it was a very emotional day afterwards. A very sad time for Sussex and a terrible time for the friends and families of the eleven victims.
Jackie Collins has passed away aged 77
QuoteThe British-born writer, sister of actress Joan Collins, died in Los Angeles, her spokeswoman said.
Collins's raunchy novels of the rich and famous sold more than 500 million copies in 40 countries.
In a career spanning four decades, all 32 of her novels appeared in the New York Times bestseller list.
Shame, she was on the One Show just a couple of weeks ago!!! :(
Brian Sewell, 84 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-34304203), also from cancer.
Catherine E. Coulson, Twin Peaks' log lady, at 71, from cancer.
Damn.
Quote from: HdE on 29 September, 2015, 04:07:45 AM
Catherine E. Coulson, Twin Peaks' log lady, at 71, from cancer.
Damn.
71! That's no age. Strange; I always saw her as an older lady even back then, though she can't have been even in her forties.
Edit: Hang on, that's not right. She would have been in her mid forties. Whenever that new series appears, though, she'll be missed
It's the kind of news that punches me in the gut harder than expected.
When Twin Peaks was airing on TV, I was still in secondary chool. It used to be a little ritual that me and my dad would sit down with a Chinese and watch whatever weirdness it would chuck out that week, and the Log Lady was always a source of endless jokes.
So, yeah... it feels like part of my teenage years got taken away with her.
Screw cancer.
Hmmmm,'my log saw something that night' is a phrase that still has familial currency at TordelTowers, used to express suspicion that there may be more to a recounted tale than the teller wishes to reveal. Sad news.
Labour's Dennis Healey. Another from the "I thought he died years ago" for me.
He was 98.
Quote from: Something Fishy on 03 October, 2015, 04:34:05 PM
Labour's Dennis Healey. Another from the "I thought he died years ago" for me.
He was 98.
Always sad to hear of someones passing, but 98 is a very good innings indeed.
Had a guided tour of the House of Parliament on the Saturday, and the guide mentioned that the oldest sitting member of the House of Lords was Denis, and that stuck in the mind, as I didn't think he was that age.
Then later when we got back to the hotel it was just being announced on the news of his passing....
RIP, Mr Healey.
What funny timing!
yeah amazing innings.
Wallander author Henning Mankell aged 67.
filippo
Singer Jim Diamond (sang Hi Ho Silver and I should have known better)
Saw him when he was the support for Booker T and the MGs on tour a few years back. A cracking gig.
RIP Jim
Carey Lander (http://pitchfork.com/news/61589-camera-obscuras-carey-lander-has-died/), keyboard player with Glasgow indiepop troubadours Camera Obscura. From bone cancer. At the age of 33.
I didn't know Carey personally but we have some mutual friends and I know some other people who have worked with her in various capacities. Reading various tributes and memories over the past couple of days has made me desperately sad.
Fucking cancer.
how did Hugh Scully get missed ? the the epitome of sunday night viewing.
Quote from: Grugz on 14 October, 2015, 12:23:05 PM
how did Hugh Scully get missed ? the the epitome of sunday night viewing.
I wonder what his value was for the purpose of insurance.
Sorry.
Japanese artist Noriyoshi Ohrai, who done some stuff you might have seen over the years:
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-L49MFquWbwI/UfwQNhy2obI/AAAAAAAADKY/e5d2hG57lu0/s1600/Mad+Max+2+by+Noriyoshi+Ohrai.jpg)
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Rx-XVoR6NL4/VRAOcXK3UvI/AAAAAAAAQgs/9CHaw1u03D0/s1600/godzilla-noriyoshi-ohrai-8.jpg)
(http://www.filmonpaper.com/site/media/2012/12/TheBeastmaster_B1_Japan-1-500x704.jpg)
(http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/4/4/2/3/8/1/webimg/511442374_o.jpg?nc=792)
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/60/42/44/6042447b600de6f84007c6ed87a56f95.jpg)
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/252cc3901b93ddaa919fb14254baa8b5/tumblr_n42m4mmkEo1rcmxvyo2_500.jpg)
I've never seen the Mad Max, but I've seen all the others. Incredible work. RIP.
His Empire poster is the one I always think of as definitive, the way Vader subtly frames the whole thing is quite brilliant.
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 27 October, 2015, 04:21:30 PM
His Empire poster is the one I always think of as definitive, the way Vader subtly frames the whole thing is quite brilliant.
Yeah, I have had that one on my wall for many a year, although I confess I never knew the artist's name.
I knew of his work from a while back. Great loss. He was one of those artists who seemingly invested every single piece he worked on with the same loving care and attention.
Such a shame. Such a horrible, horrible shame.
The 'Christmas' is strong with this Noriyoshi Ohrai concept for ESB:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CSWVr-pUwAAU3T0.jpg:large)
Al Molinaro, who starred as "Big Al" Delvecchio in US sitcom Happy Days, has died at the age of 96.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-34687896
RIP Leatherface
http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/movies/2015/11/08/gunnar-hansen-actor-who-played-leatherface-killer-texas-chainsaw-massacre-dies-68/75409968/ (http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/movies/2015/11/08/gunnar-hansen-actor-who-played-leatherface-killer-texas-chainsaw-massacre-dies-68/75409968/)
Always sobering to hear another iconic Movie figure has gone beyond the veil. Gunnar Hansens cult villain will live forever as long as film goers enjoy a slice of bloody evil.
Philthy.
He was the drummer the first time I saw Motorhead in 1987.
http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/former-motorhead-drummer-phil-philthy-animal-taylor-dies-at-61/
Oh man that's sad. :(
Raising a beer to him!
Oh no that's awful news. Loved the Ace of Spades Album despite other rock/metal fans claiming Motorhead were shit. They liked Zeppelin and Deep Purple but Motorhead will always be part of my memory for that time. Damn shame. Only 61 too.
A very silly man. A very philthy man. Gutted by this he, Lemmy and Fast Eddie Clarke would have been a hell of a line up to see.
(http://imgfave-herokuapp-com.global.ssl.fastly.net/image_cache/1400618845896364.jpg)
Jihadi John, apparently
Rest in Pieces
don't think "rest" is appropriate "burn in eternal torment " would be more fitting.
At least 120 innocent people in Paris. Fuck ISIS.
By Jesus what an atrocity, what a truly awful thing has befallen Paris.
My sympathies with the people of Paris. Dreadful murder of innocents. Z
oblivion awaits the murderous trash that carried out the atrocities and their whining, cowardly cheerleaders too. DAESH, AQ, whoever are just a bloody pathetic footnote in history. Paris will go on.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 14 November, 2015, 06:54:31 AM
At least 120 innocent people in Paris. Fuck ISIS.
I read that it was 140, and perhaps worse.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 14 November, 2015, 11:53:31 AM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 14 November, 2015, 06:54:31 AM
At least 120 innocent people in Paris. Fuck ISIS.
I read that it was 140, and perhaps worse.
Yep, numbers seem to be rising. Jesus. But yes, Paris will go on, just like Madrid did after the AQ bombings.
I can't believe what's happened in Paris and am extremely saddened at all those deaths perpetrated by cowards. :'(
Heartbreaking. I've had to step back from Twitter once I realised that there's a lot of people who are glad this happened so they could use it to take potshots at political opponents.
Warren Mitchell has also passed away - best known as tv's Alf Garnett.
Quote from: Scolaighe Ó'Bear on 14 November, 2015, 01:35:29 PM
Heartbreaking. I've had to step back from Twitter once I realised that there's a lot of people who are glad this happened so they could use it to take potshots at political opponents.
Warren Mitchell has also passed away - best known as tv's Alf Garnett.
That name and face rings a bell, but otherwise don't recall him.
Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor, Motorhead's Best Drummer.
I heard a story that he broke his wrist on tour. He gaffa taped a drumstick to his cast and played on.
I also read he broke his neck as well, when either he or somebody else in feat of strength. I think somebody else was lifting his over his head and he got dropped on his noggin and broke his neck. Had to wear a brace after that. Not sure how he escaped being permanently parylysed.
Sounds a bit fishy to me....
Nope. Completely true. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AudGI_5VST8)
How did he die, btw?
All I read is that he died!
Quote from: BBC NEWSAccording to the band's website, Taylor quit in February 1984 after the band recorded a version of Ace of Spades for the television series The Young Ones.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 15 November, 2015, 05:32:49 AM
How did he die, btw?
All I read is that he died!
Liver failure apparently
http://classicrock.teamrock.com/features/2015-11-13/phil-philthy-animal-taylor-a-tribute
Cynthia Payne (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-34828890), famed brothel-keeper of the 1970s.
Also, I don't think a link was posted for Warren Mitchell (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27046865)
RIP Warren Mitchell Great actor and Spurs fan.
Sad to hear about Warren passing. Always brought a guffaw to me when I watched his hilarious portrayal of Alf Garnett, getting ripped apart by everyone for his beliefs in each episode.
Bad day for fans of 1970s/1980s TV: Saeed Jaffrey (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-34829751)
Mickey Rooney has passed away aged
93QuoteMickey Rooney, who spent nearly his entire life in show business, died today. He was 93.
Rooney had been in ill health for quite some time. We're told death was attributed to natural causes.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 16 November, 2015, 03:33:36 PM
Mickey Rooney has passed away aged 93
QuoteMickey Rooney, who spent nearly his entire life in show business, died today. He was 93.
Rooney had been in ill health for quite some time. We're told death was attributed to natural causes.
What, again? He died in April 2014...
Yep. Must be one of those weird 'out of date news suddenly being all over the internet for no good reason' type o' things.
Did he. It came up in my news feed and I followed the link. Wonder how that happened. Ah well, sorry to shock people again!
Quote from: sheridan on 16 November, 2015, 10:56:47 AM
Bad day for fans of 1970s/1980s TV: Saeed Jaffrey (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-34829751)
And film. He played Billy Fish in the wonderful, and personal favourite 'The Man who would be King'.
Farewell Mr Jaffrey.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 16 November, 2015, 04:00:47 PM
Did he. It came up in my news feed and I followed the link. Wonder how that happened. Ah well, sorry to shock people again!
A friend earlier put up a link to Bill Tarmey (Jack Duckworth) dying and exclaiming that she couldn't believe he had died as she's always been a big fan of his and she was devastated and so on and so on.
He died 3 years ago.
All Black Jonah Lomu, 40 :(
Very sad news about Jonah Lomu. RIP. :(
Michael C. Gross, the artist, designer and film producer best remembered for creating the iconic Ghostbusters logo, passed away Monday following a prolonged battle with cancer. He was 70 years old.
Keith Michell. Actor and artist who will always be remembered for this.....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WOl35R72QE
Quote from: Albion on 21 November, 2015, 01:06:24 PM
Keith Michell. Actor and artist who will always be remembered for this.....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WOl35R72QE
:(
Kinda loved that song back in the day.
Wow we were so into that when we were kids. Interesting the range of things an 8 year old can love. Star Wars, Captain Beaky and 2000ad badness.
Shigeru Mizuki. While I know only a limited amount about manga one of the few books from Japan I absolutely admire and love is Shigeru Mizuki's 'Onward Towards our Noble Death'. The writer / artist has passed away at 93.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-34962924 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-34962924)
Scott Weiland of Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver. (Not Velvet Underground as the BBC website says! Fools.)
Shocked but actually not surprised to hear of this.
It was only yesterday that I was listening to Velvet Revolver. I saw them when they released their first album and Scott was a great frontman.
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 30 November, 2015, 04:42:11 PM
Shigeru Mizuki. While I know only a limited amount about manga one of the few books from Japan I absolutely admire and love is Shigeru Mizuki's 'Onward Towards our Noble Death'. The writer / artist has passed away at 93.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-34962924 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-34962924)
Now thats a tragedy. I have the first volume of his Kitaro series lined up for reading real soon and as you say, 'Onwards Towards our Noble Death' is simply wonderful. RIP indeed and a career well spent.
Robert Loggia-
http://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/robert-loggia-1930-2015/
Awwww.....shite.
Might not be so well known amongst the Southern Softies but I assume all the Jocks will be familiar with William McIlvanney (http://www.theguardian.com/books/2015/dec/05/william-mcilvanney) and his invention (?citation needed?) of the modern Scottish detective novel.
Holly from Lou Reed's song Walk on the wild side.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35025326
Nicholas Smith (aka Mr Rumbold from Are You Being Served?) Aged 81. He always looked older than his years.
Been on a bit of a Sopranos trip of late, so sad to hear of the passing of Robert Loggia. Superb as an old school Mafioso.
And Nicholas Smith. Loved Are you being served as a nipper, and still do when catching repeats. I may be wrong, but wasn't he the last surviving member of the main cast?
RIP, fellas.
Quote from: Spikes on 07 December, 2015, 10:17:15 PM
Been on a bit of a Sopranos trip of late, so sad to hear of the passing of Robert Loggia. Superb as an old school Mafioso.
We're going through the box set, but haven't got to that series yet - about four or five episodes in series six, I think?
Re; Are You Being Served - only Mike Berry left now (the guy who took over from Mr Lucas, who no-one remembers)
Quote from: sheridan on 07 December, 2015, 11:03:31 PM
Quote from: Spikes on 07 December, 2015, 10:17:15 PM
Been on a bit of a Sopranos trip of late, so sad to hear of the passing of Robert Loggia. Superb as an old school Mafioso.
We're going through the box set, but haven't got to that series yet - about four or five episodes in series six, I think?
He first popped up in season 5 when a bunch of them got released from prison.
Quote from: Spikes on 08 December, 2015, 11:27:38 AM
He first popped up in season 5 when a bunch of them got released from prison.
I thought you were still talking about Are You Being Served - I didn't remember that episode! (Mr. Humphries in prison - it writes itself, really...)
Jimmy Hill
Mick Lynch lead singer of Stump. :(
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 19 December, 2015, 07:08:25 PM
Mick Lynch lead singer of Stump. :(
Lights. Camel. Action!
Can't say I've thought about Stump for ten years but He couldn't have been very old.
Nigel 'BaaadDad' Buxton; Adam's dad - it was November the 30th, but I only heard of this now. Met Adam once and he's a truly lovely fellow; hope he's ok. Glad his dad had such a nice long life; truly a character.
I loved Bad Dad, especially that one where he trashed Radiohead's Paranoid Android for being pretentious and then said the new Hanson single was his pick of the week's releases. His review of the English Rose version of Candle in the Wind was also spectacularly spot-on: "Noel Coward once said that the cheapest of sentiments were those most easily expressed..."
An articulate and funny gentleman - you may now make your own "it must have skipped a generation" joke here.
Quote from: The Cosh on 19 December, 2015, 07:20:09 PM
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 19 December, 2015, 07:08:25 PM
Mick Lynch lead singer of Stump. :(
Lights. Camel. Action!
Can't say I've thought about Stump for ten years but He couldn't have been very old.
Only heard of about this guy and his band on this forum.
Truly Memorable Song (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWa3ouFWwJs)
Not really fond of the lyrics, though but love the song otherwise and the fish slapping.
About the passing guy from
Are You Being Served?. Not sure which one you mean, but if it was the old fellow who young pretties assisting. I doubt he survive this long and sorry to see most of them have gone now.
Use to watch a lot of
British comedies with the family when I was a lot younger. This being ones of them.
Should I list them here?
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 22 December, 2015, 05:51:47 PM
Use to watch a lot of British comedies with the family when I was a lot younger. This being ones of them.
Should I list them here?
Not on the RIPs thread, no - by all means start a new thread though.
Quote from: Scolaighe Ó'Bear on 22 December, 2015, 03:43:15 PM
I loved Bad Dad, especially that one where he trashed Radiohead's Paranoid Android for being pretentious and then said the new Hanson single was his pick of the week's releases. His review of the English Rose version of Candle in the Wind was also spectacularly spot-on: "Noel Coward once said that the cheapest of sentiments were those most easily expressed..."
An articulate and funny gentleman - you may now make your own "it must have skipped a generation" joke here.
Not from my corner. I love Adam Buxton; his Cilla Black / the Queen impression made me convulse with laughter.
My favourite Bad Dad story was when he apparently spent his time taking photos of the topless women on the beach when Adam and Joe took him to Ibiza; his excuse was 'Look at her eyes! She has such lovely eyes.'
Yeah, might have been the Richard Herring podcast where he talked about his dad .
Brooke McCarter of The Lost Boys at 52.
(http://nme.assets.ipccdn.co.uk/images/Screen%20Shot%202015-12-22%20at%2020.30.08.article_x4.png)
Quote from: The Cosh on 19 December, 2015, 07:20:09 PM
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 19 December, 2015, 07:08:25 PM
Mick Lynch lead singer of Stump. :(
Lights. Camel. Action!
One of my bloody-radio's-broken-again driving songs that:
Thou shall not covet /shall not lie/thou shall not bonk your neighbour's wife
The recipe for egg fried lice /a hundred ways to kill a fly
Lights! Camel! Action!
Pure genius. RIP Mick.
They were...different that's for sure!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-PmQ3dFQvs
I just read it was cancer....
How much is the Chips,
Does the fish have chips?
Now I've had the lyrics....Big Bottom...Swing....Bib Bottom running through skull on and off all afternoon and into the early evening.
This looks like a very recent video of him (http://www.vanyaland.com/2015/12/17/rip-mick-lynch-of-experimental-80s-pop-band-stump-has-died/). Hard to realise the people in the car, looking for him were his former band mates.
The place where they found him, now gives me good idea for the inspiration of the streets of Skara-Brae in any of the older Bard's Tale games. Even though, they aren't really that place.
Lemmy from Motorhead :(
filippo
:o
Bugger. Thais is sad.
First saw this on FB a moment ago. Caused a bit of a panic for a second.
Gutted.
Aw maaaaan....that's just shit. :(
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt99/flipray09/_20151229_004517_zpsrqsjbfdc.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/flipray09/media/_20151229_004517_zpsrqsjbfdc.jpg.html)
filippo
When I was 16, my first proper rock concert was Motörhead at the Ulster Hall in Belfast. It set a bar so high, no gig since has ever matched it
Stunned to hear this news.
RIP, Lemmy.
Rock In Perpetuity.
\m/
Meadowlark Lemon (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-35191863) - pretty much the inspiration for the Harlem Heroes.
p.s. BBC obituary of Lemmy (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-24806076).
Ah shite, not Lemmy.
Ah Lemmy Kilminster shuffles off this mortal coil. Don't feel sad, though we'll miss him. Simply raise a glass of your finest poison in remembrance of a rock icon who played music loud enough to level small cities. A Truly unique performer with almost no modern equivalent there will never be anyone else like him.
You know I'm born to lose, and gambling's for fools,
But that's the way I like it baby,
I don't wanna live for ever,
And don't forget the joker!
What's really heartening is all the positive stuff flowing from everywhere. He was very forthright of course but he really wasn't there to piss people off, just to get on with doing whatever the hell he wanted. Reports coming in of a relaxed, funny dude that knew himself very well. Pretty bloody inspiring actually.
What I said on FB was this:
"Saw him once in Sheffield in 2008 - and for the last time this year at Glastonbury. When Metropolis came on at the latter I felt the mud shake and the rain vibrate. I understood then why he stood stock still all the time on stage, because he was a living conduit through which pure glorious rock passed.
Without him the world is a less heavy place by far. \m/"
(http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view/153559/dio-and-lemmy-cheers-o.gif)
Quote from: sheridan on 29 December, 2015, 07:48:33 AM
Meadowlark Lemon (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-35191863) - pretty much the inspiration for the Harlem Heroes.
There is a good quote in that BBC article - "he said his destiny was to make people happy". Judging by people's feelings on Lemmy & Philty Phil, their destinies must be the same.
Sorry news to me, but at least he's keeping the drummer company.
Ah grief. Not Lemmy.
RIP
Massive fuck no for Lemmy. I knew he's had health problems for a while, but I never thought he would go so soon. RIP. \m/
yeah gutted about Lemmy. However, he does fall into the "miracle he lasted this long" category!
John Bradbury (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35194738?SThisFB%3FSThisFB), drummer of The Specials.
Quote from: sheridan on 29 December, 2015, 05:08:23 PM
John Bradbury (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35194738?SThisFB%3FSThisFB), drummer of The Specials.
Fuck. What a crappy day or so this is turning out to be.
But absolutely love The Specials, and John's drumming was a huge part of that. A great, great drummer.
RIP, Prince Rimshot.
what a crappy day with John Bradbury and Lemmy leaving us. At least we still have their music.
But I'd rather have them around to make more. :( :(
A sad day for music. Even though they were on opposite sides of the musical hemisphere, I'm a great fan of The Specials and Motorhead. Lemmy's career defied the confines of genre and fickle labels. Yes he had the soul of a rocker but his influences can be heard in punk and elsewhere. (And he was a local lad!) The Specials were a band - like The Jam or The Smiths - that didn't stay around for long but certainly made an impact.
Really sad to see Lemmy gone. One of the true legends.
Wayne 'Trapper John' Rogers.
Tony Hart (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/tvandradio/4282886/Artist-and-childrens-TV-presenter-Tony-Hart-dies-aged-83.html) :(
What AGAIN? I think that's the 3rd time that's been reported as news. Bugger just won't stay dead, will he?
The is one glaring clue in that Telegraph story - the link to his 2009 obituary
GAAAAHHHHH!!!!!!! >:(
Saw it on FaceBook, and thought it was recent, apologies all!!!
Natalie Cole aged 65 Grammy winning singer & daughter of Nat King Cole
http://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/natalie-cole-grammy-winning-singer-has-died/ar-BBo7iza?li=AAaeUIW&ocid=U206DHP
Didn't she sing Get out of My Dreams?
that was Billy Ocean
Quote from: Dandontdare on 02 January, 2016, 11:09:03 AM
that was Billy Ocean
Isn't he Lando Calrissian's dad?
Cheers!
Jim
Well, he was in Star Wars, so.... (https://youtu.be/7JjhBv2dqsk)
And speaking of Star Wars, Jason Wingreen (AKA the voice of Boba Fett) has just died (http://comicbook.com/2016/01/02/jason-wingreen-voice-of-boba-fett-has-died/)!!! :(
M*A*S*H star dies.
Trapper.(http://www.abc.net.au/news/image/7063622-3x2-340x227.jpg)
Wayne Rodgers.
No one remembers
M*A*S*H.....
I don't think that's right.
read more about his last days here...
Wayne Rodgers/Trapper John (http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-01-01/wayne-rogers-trapper-john-on-hit-tv-show-mash-dies-at-82/7063548)
BTW, Never knew
Trapper John M.D. (https://www.google.com.au/search?site=&source=hp&q=trapper+john&oq=trapper+john&gs_l=hp.3..0i131j0l9.75066.87060.0.88181.118.21.0.0.0.0.993.2902.6-3.3.0....0...1c.1j2.64.hp..116.2.1964.0.J6DOEE1_ruc) was a spin off of the original cult show and it didn't help there was different guy in that role.
(https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcT3yN-WZSsfKJ669J67HmuAKrF73dW8NK7TXCkQGTQPp1aX3VBh)
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 07 January, 2016, 02:47:38 AM
No one remembers M*A*S*H.....
I don't think that's right.
I know of M*A*S*H but it was before my time. Yes they had re-runs going when I was a boy but for whatever reason I never saw it. I can appreciate that the show was hugely successful though, and had many, many fans all over the world. R.I.P Trapper John.
Quote from: richerthanyou on 07 January, 2016, 04:36:55 AM
I know of M*A*S*H but it was before my time.
Definitely worth watching. Very dark humour at times. It's showing on the True Entertainment channel (on UK Freeview) at the moment.
Original voice of
Boba Fett (http://www.msn.com/en-au/entertainment/movies/boba-fetts-original-voice-actor-dies-at-95/ar-BBo8Bo5?ocid=spartandhp) dies at 95!
(http://www.myiconart.com/1543-thickbox/star-wars-t-shirt-boba-fett-hes-no-good-to-me-dead.jpg)
Yes, I just noticed...... that this could be taken in bad taste, but I thought it was appropriate.
It was one of his best lines!
That was posted a few posts back by Batman's Superior Cousin
I neglected the time and date. Oh well, my bad.
It was advertised right in front of me today, so I didn't think it old news.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 09 January, 2016, 03:55:09 AM
That was posted a few posts back by Batman's Superior Cousin
Thank you for that acknowledgement, much appreciated!!!
Radio DJ Ed 'Stewpot' Stewart, :(
Have very fond memories of listening to Ed after getting my first little transistor radio at some point in the 70's.
Early weekend morning listening to Junior Choice.
RIP, Stewpot.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 09 January, 2016, 11:38:44 AM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 09 January, 2016, 03:55:09 AM
That was posted a few posts back by Batman's Superior Cousin
Thank you for that acknowledgement, much appreciated!!!
Nobody seemed to notice yours much either. So it must have skipped over it the first time.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 09 January, 2016, 07:38:44 PM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 09 January, 2016, 11:38:44 AM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 09 January, 2016, 03:55:09 AM
That was posted a few posts back by Batman's Superior Cousin
Thank you for that acknowledgement, much appreciated!!!
Nobody seemed to notice yours much either. So it must have skipped over it the first time.
No-one never seem to notice my posts at all!! :(
Quote from: Spikes on 09 January, 2016, 06:13:33 PM
Radio DJ Ed 'Stewpot' Stewart, :(
Have very fond memories of listening to Ed after getting my first little transistor radio at some point in the 70's.
Early weekend morning listening to Junior Choice.
RIP, Stewpot.
Any mention of him meeting his wife when she was 13, and marrying her when she was 17? (He was well into his 30s at the time.)
WTF was going on with Radio 1/BBC children's TV personalities in the 1970s?
Angus Scrimm aged 89 has passed away. Best known to most of us as The Tall Man from Phantasm.
Having checked his Wikipedia page, he had a varied and interesting career.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 10 January, 2016, 07:14:52 AM
Angus Scrimm aged 89 has passed away. Best known to most of us as The Tall Man from Phantasm.
He must have had a bloody hard paper round as a bairn if he was only in his early fifties when he made Phantasm! :o
Quote from: GordonR on 09 January, 2016, 08:28:37 PM
WTF was going on with Radio 1/BBC children's TV personalities in the 1970s?
Indeed. That should have been a clue, I guess.
Ah well...
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 10 January, 2016, 07:14:52 AM
Angus Scrimm aged 89 has passed away. Best known to most of us as The Tall Man from Phantasm.
Having checked his Wikipedia page, he had a varied and interesting career.
Ah bugger, been a tough few years for horror fans like me but it's always so much worse when one of it's mosticonic characters passes on. RIP Angus, continue to terrify a 12 year old me even in death.
David Bowie :(
Sadly, the news about Bowie does now seem to be official.
Although I would never describe myself as a fan, he seems to have been present at a background level for my entire life as symbol of restless re-invention and creativity. Perhaps appropriately, Bowie exists more in my mind as a concept of Bowie-ness than any real impression of the man himself...
I feel oddly the way I did when Jean Giraud died: that a shining, singular light had gone out, leaving the world just a tiny bit gloomier and less interesting.
Jim
Oh no, one of my favourites back in the 70s and 80s , a huge influence on music.
That is so very sad indeed. RIP.
People throw words like legend around all over the place but Bowie was the real deal. Really gutted.
David Bowie's passing fill's me with a great deal of sadness indeed, as I absolutely love the majority of his singles. He was arguably the deffinitive voice of music in the 80's as well, he'll be missed.
RIP
I can't believe he's gone. Being a fan of his later work, I had visions of him recording/performing well into his 70's and beyond.
Have just been listening to his latest album. The last track (which is great) is called, "I can't give everything away". Class/style even to the end.
BOWIE
David Bowie a musical icon
I am truly saddened by this
He is a legend
David Bowie RIP.
Damn, I'm now starting to lose my faith in immortality or even just longevity when the great ones dies....again and again.
My father just told me and I don't think a lot of people even knew he had cancer before he left his mortal coil.
Confirmation here: David Bowie, 69, cancer (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35278872). About half of the top BBC headlines are now about Bowie (facts you didn't know, tributes, obituary, etc).
David Bowie
Yep, .....some of my friends were big fans of his. he had many
Well theres a Starman waiting in the sky as David Bowie, Rock's great magician does the final disappearing act. He exits lifes stage leaving us all behind somewhat stunned but grateful to have shared some of the time we ourselves are allotted with a true music maestro. One of the great cultural icons of the past 40 years is gone and there will not be another. The monday morning blues sure got a lot darker. Very sad to hear of his passing. Maybe, to paraphrase MIB, like Elvis he just went home.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 11 January, 2016, 07:14:03 AM
Although I would never describe myself as a fan, he seems to have been present at a background level for my entire life as symbol of restless re-invention and creativity.
Yeah, well put. I've never been able to get into him in the way others do, but he was undoubtedly a fascinating and hugely creative dude.
Pretty shocked to hear this news this morning. Another great who always seemed to be there, is now gone. Sad news.
Was very pleased to have been able to visit the Bowie exhibition at the V&A the other year. A fantastic experience, and its not often you get to see people spontaneously start dancing in museums...
RIP, Mr Bowie.
2000AD post that on Facebook;
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I was just thinking about that Bowie / Tharg 'star scan' this morning, couldn't for the life of me remember which Prog or special it was in.
"Early 90's" is as far as my memory will retrieve.
Gutted.
Saw him in 2002 when he was having a bit of a comeback with the Heathen album, he did loads of his old hits and it was one of the best gigs I've ever seen (including a Stylaphone solo!).
"Coolness" is impossible to fully define, but he was surely one of the coolest dudes on the planet.
RIP
RIP David Bowie.
filippo
That really came as such a shock when I heard that David Bowie passed away. I didn't know he was ill.
I got into his music in the 80s and saw him at Miton Keynes Superbowl in July 1983. I do revisit his music from time to time. Don't think I can now, to be honest.
For such a mega star he always came across in interviews as a decent chap.
Terrible news about Bowie. Saw him in 1986 with my girlfriend at the time. I remember thinking it wasn't so much a concert as a spectacle of sound and sight. Things appeared as if by magic during his songs. The world needs magic like this. His talent will be sadly missed. :(
See you, Dave. 69 is no age, but not many people get to change the world.
Fucking broken.
The light of another great goes out.....and I suspect this is going to get worse before it gets better. The pioneers of music that we have left are getting old.....and inevitably they begin to leave us.....to be replaced by...???? Cowell's insipid puppets. Can't even write a half coherent rant the now...get the Bowie on, turn it up full, sing him back to his own planet folks.
David Bowie was my musical hero from the time I was old enough to have musical heroes and having woken up to the shocking news this morning I'm still trying to parse the information that on Friday we had a new David Bowie album to listen to and then 72 hours later we have to come to terms with the fact that there (probably) won't be any new Bowie songs now, like, forever. Always knew this day would come, of course, but didn't think it would come so soon. :'(
Quote from: Goaty on 11 January, 2016, 10:37:29 AM
2000AD post that on Facebook;
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/l/t1.0-9/12417681_10153248074256366_4637571730231351737_n.jpg?oh=026f3d1615b3e2e82d6eec0214652b91&oe=570C98FF)
Vaguely recall seeing that one only once when I was much younger.
Other films he was in.....
Merry Christmas Mr LaurenceRedbeard (
The Shark)
Christine F. (Not sure If Got the name right there, but I think it was set in
Berlin and this young girl and boy friend went to
David Bowie. So he might have actually appeared on camera there singing one his sings, I guess.
Zoo-Lander.
Labrynth, trying to recall one of the lines spoken in his sing song voice. Without looking it upon the net, it was taken from another film, but he really immortalised this phrase.
There's chance he might have guest starred on the [bb]Muppets[/b] as well. Like, who wasn't on that show?
Was he in more films that just weren't elaborate music videos?
I like the duets he did with
Freddie Mercury....
Under-Pressure (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YoDh_gHDvkk).
and
Mick Jagger Dancing in the Streets (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9G4jnaznUoQ).
I have fond memories of yelling what I recalled of the lyrics from
China-Girl while wandering around the parklands in
Sydney one night.
Ziggy Stardust, Aladdin Sane, Glass Spiders
I was absolutely gutted to hear the news this morning. I could not believe it. Bowie was the most influential musician since the Beatles. You would be hard pressed to name a band or act that has not been influenced by the man, his music or performances. Bowie' s music was like it's creator; protean and forever evolving. He transformed popular music into art. The world of music has been left a poorer, less colourful place with the loss of such a great artist and creator.
The film about the pirate was actually called
Yellow-Beard where
David Bowie briefly appears as the shark wearing fin on his back. Good times.
He was in a lot of films I see.....
David Bowie's Filmography (https://www.google.com.au/search?q=david+boiw+films&oq=david+boiw+films&gs_l=serp.3..0i13l3j0i22i10i30j0i22i30j0i13i5i30l4j0i8i13i30.13657.17246.0.17644.16.16.0.0.0.0.303.2361.2-9j1.10.0....0...1c.1.64.serp..6.10.2354.wkF_eHZI2B8)
I don't remember the last time he toured Australia. I would have like to have seen him in tour just once.
Real bad news about Bowe, a musical icon and creative genius....I haven't the words. Z
In many ways I've had an amazing day for one reason and another. But I will always remember it as the day i came down stars and learnt David Bowie died. The day that to go on and some really good stuff has come my way. But it will be the day I learnt David Bowie died. I'm sat here tonight and thinking about all sorts of stuff, but mainly the fact that David Bowie died.
One of the genuine greats, an absolute icon of modern music and I didn't like half his work. Which is kinda the point. He's continual ability to change and morph, to reinvent and innovate is unparalleled. I know quite a few people who are massive Bowie fans and I never quite get that. His body of work is so straggling and stides so many forms and modes, so many corners and ideas that I don't see his as a sinlge body of work. I see it as the work of a true genius so divergent and inspiring as much for the stuff I didn't engage with as for the stuff I did and adore.
I won't say sadly missed as he will undoubted be with us forever and driving others forward long time after we've gone.
An inspirational figure and a loss to creativity in all forms.
Oh and I forgot Major Tom
Some Ziggy Stardust (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXq5VvYAI1Q)
Never purchased any of his music, but that doesn't mean I never wanted to.
David Bowie's death is such a big thing. He touched so many lives.
I've written an article about how even shared loss is in fact personal. I'll not link to it here as it feels like seeking reads. You know how to find it if you want to read it.
To mention a couple of shared things though.
Nicholas Briggs, one of the Daleks from Doctor Who, was the first person I thought of. He has mentioned Bowie a lot in his Tweets.
Then there is the time I harmonised my voice with that of my Nephew while he played bass guitar (unplugged). Soace Oddity was the song.
Sample lyrics..... They do it over there, but not over here.... (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GA27aQZCQMk)
Was thinking about this song a few days earlier this week.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 11 January, 2016, 06:38:46 PMLabrynth, trying to recall one of the lines spoken in his sing song voice. Without looking it upon the net, it was taken from another film, but he really immortalised this phrase.
Well done - most people (even friends of mine who are massive fans of the film, of which I have many) don't know about that reference. The song you're thinking of is
Magic Dance. The lines you're thinking of are the following:
You remind me of the babe
What babe?
The babe with the power
What power?
The power of voodoo
Who do?
You do
Do what?
Remind me of the babe
And the film that it references is
The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer, starring Cary Grant and Shirley Temple, which has the following dialogue:
Richard Nugent: Hey, you remind me of a man.
Susan Turner: What man?
Richard Nugent: Man with the power.
Susan Turner: What power?
Richard Nugent: Power of hoodoo.
Susan Turner: Hoodoo?
Richard Nugent: You do.
Susan Turner: Do what?
Richard Nugent: Remind me of a man...Strangely enough some friends of mine released a single at the weekend which combines the songs
Magic Dance and
Safety Dance.
The Memepunks - Magic Safety Dance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_bpXzXoMwU)
Quote from: sheridan on 12 January, 2016, 12:54:37 AM
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 11 January, 2016, 06:38:46 PMLabrynth, trying to recall one of the lines spoken in his sing song voice. Without looking it upon the net, it was taken from another film, but he really immortalised this phrase.
Well done - most people (even friends of mine who are massive fans of the film, of which I have many) don't know about that reference. The song you're thinking of is Magic Dance. The lines you're thinking of are the following:
You remind me of the babe
What babe?
The babe with the power
What power?
The power of voodoo
Who do?
You do
Do what?
Remind me of the babe
And the film that it references is The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer, starring Cary Grant and Shirley Temple, which has the following dialogue:
Richard Nugent: Hey, you remind me of a man.
Susan Turner: What man?
Richard Nugent: Man with the power.
Susan Turner: What power?
Richard Nugent: Power of hoodoo.
Susan Turner: Hoodoo?
Richard Nugent: You do.
Susan Turner: Do what?
Richard Nugent: Remind me of a man...Strangely enough some friends of mine released a single at the weekend which combines the songs Magic Dance and Safety Dance.
The Memepunks - Magic Safety Dance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_bpXzXoMwU)
I never knew that was another song called
Magic Dance or was that the name of the song
Bowie did in that film. The latter may make more sense. You didn't really say so, but I think I noticed that that as the title of the video I just put up earlier in the music thread.
Yeah, there's a topic I put up in the music thread called
Bowie Trivia. It's basically asking the same question again with those lyrics taken from that music sequence in
Labryinth. No ones either not noticed or it's been ignored like a lot of the stuff I post here.
That song being combined with
Safety-Dance interesting. Obviously that's the well known synth-hit by
Men-Without-Hats. I always admired that one, even if it's bit embarrassing to admit it. I think it was also redone on
Glee which I never watched, but you'll find all that on
You-Tube where I did when was trying out what ever became of those people.
Alan Rickman :(
Alan Rickman of Harry Potter and Die Hard fame has died.
https://youtu.be/kgv7U3GYlDY
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 14 January, 2016, 12:48:28 PM
Alan Rickman of Harry Potter and Die Hard fame has died.
https://youtu.be/kgv7U3GYlDY
Oh man, what a shame! The man who gave us these great lines:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhfuuKiTcYQ
This year just seems to be really shitty for the deaths of very talented people :(
Christ! :o
RIP
Ahh no, one of my very favourite actors. What a week for shit news.
Can I just remind the Fates that Donald Trump is also 69, and would surely have made a more than acceptable substitute for either Bowie or Rickman? Both, preferably?
Oh good lord what a week. RIP to a great actor.
Why is it that evil war mongering, money grabbing utterly vile cunts seem to go on forever.
RIP Alan Rickman :(
Versatile, talented actor. Quite a loss.
Very sad about Alan Rickman. 69 is far too soon. RIP. :(
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 14 January, 2016, 01:01:09 PM
Christ! :o
RIP
that's old news - and some claim he came back 3 days later anyway.
Shocked about Rickman, he didn't seem that old, surprised he was pushing 70.
After Lemmy and Bowie I'm just praying that Bob Dylan's feeling OK.
Aw, man. Just heard about Alan Rickman. For some reason the scene that I remember him best for is his tension-fraught 'pretty women' duet with Johnny Depp in Sweeney Todd. Not a great film; but the cast was brilliant.
I hate this thread.
Rest in peace Alan Rickman
Time to break out Galaxy Quest
This week gets worse, Alan Rickman...damn. Z
by Grabthar's hammer what a loss. :'(
OH, man the greats are just all dropping like flies.
Although I never liked him in
Harry Potter and
Dogma where his characters were more like caricatures of himself or most probably how I what I'd imagine he be best at, but you just never know that stuff. I'm just not privy to that.
(http://38.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loi6kflgeQ1qio6aro1_500.gif)
Severus Snape & what ever angel he was in the latter film. Perhaps
Gabriel. Both of them seemed to parody himself more in ways that undermined the actor.
I really only liked him as
Hans Gruber, the head bad guy from the original
Die Hard film.
(http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/th0ncanzzc7bwkami9rz.gif)
I just had my memory refreshed after typing his name into search engine and remember his
Sheriff of Nottingham, which was perfect.
(http://foreveryoungadult.com/_uploads/images2/alanrickman_robinhood.gif)
Who reminds me a little like a dark haired
Ian Mackellan. They might almost pass for brothers there.
BTW, his
Sheriff of Nottingham also reminds me of myself a lot in this photo providing you just see is it is and not how I really am.
(https://forums.inxile-entertainment.com/download/file.php?avatar=21551_1437397033.jpg)
And lastly....
(http://25.media.tumblr.com/7e04020e8c65bc32aa330f0d4789a46c/tumblr_mkdhk1UsbM1rtkcfwo6_250.gif)
OH, you may think I only thought he was in those five films, but I knew he was in a lot of them and on stage he really excelled. Death by cancer at 69,....is he sharing with
David Bowie?
69 must be the new 27. (Lemmy, who had only turned 70 four days before he left us, was close enough.)
Quote from: Tordelback on 14 January, 2016, 01:04:29 PM
Ahh no, one of my very favourite actors. What a week for shit news.
Can I just remind the Fates that Donald Trump is also 69, and would surely have made a more than acceptable substitute for either Bowie or Rickman? Both, preferably?
Wishing death on someone is the shittiest thing I've heard for a while.
Quote from: Fungus on 15 January, 2016, 01:00:58 AM
Quote from: Tordelback on 14 January, 2016, 01:04:29 PM
Ahh no, one of my very favourite actors. What a week for shit news.
Can I just remind the Fates that Donald Trump is also 69, and would surely have made a more than acceptable substitute for either Bowie or Rickman? Both, preferably?
Wishing death on someone is the shittiest thing I've heard for a while.
Just a friendly reminder that Donald Trump isn't actually a human being. And Yes, wishing death on someone is a very crappy thing
BUT as it is Donald Trump it's ok
R.I.P Alan Rickman and David Bowie. The world is a sadder place without you both.
Aye, sad news about Alan Rickman. A superb and eminently watchable actor. And never would have had him down for being nearly 70. Yikes.
RIP, Mr Rickman.
Late to the site:
David Bowie: letter to hermoine is a beautiful song if you haven't heard it. Been stuck in my head since he passed.
I've had to sit through robin hood prince of thieves many times and mr rickman was the only thing that got me through it. 'Cut his heart out with a spoon!'
if Bill Murray goes this year then....
Grizzly Adams...Dan Haggerty. The mayor off of Ghostbusters....David Margulies Not quite as well known as other more high profile celebs who've shuffled off this mortal coil as the year begins, but still :( . Hell of a start to the year.
Grizzly Adams? I would have said he died years ago, if asked.
And David Margulies' name wasn't immediately familiar to me, but his face was - thanks to a recent Blu-ray marathon. He played, very well, Tony Sopranos' lawyer.
RIP, to them both.
Quote from: Fungus on 15 January, 2016, 01:00:58 AM
Quote from: Tordelback on 14 January, 2016, 01:04:29 PM
Ahh no, one of my very favourite actors. What a week for shit news.
Can I just remind the Fates that Donald Trump is also 69, and would surely have made a more than acceptable substitute for either Bowie or Rickman? Both, preferably?
Wishing death on someone is the shittiest thing I've heard for a while.
You haven't been listening to Trump then.
And I wasn't 'wishing death' on anyone (for fuck's sake, is this kindergarten now?) merely expressing personal dissatisfaction with those death had visited when the choice of 69 year olds is so wide.
This is turning into a convention....
He might not have been as well known as the other two before him, but was known.
I was only briefly mentioned him as example on another topic last week.
This song (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2sL0CPWQc4) is fitting by association right.
Now, I didn't know better, I'd think they were really dead but hiding deep in some forest.
I used to love watching Grizzley Adams. Sad news again. RIP.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 15 January, 2016, 08:01:25 PM
This is turning into a convention....
He might not have been as well known as the other two before him, but was known.
I was only briefly mentioned him as example on another topic last week.
This song (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2sL0CPWQc4) is fitting by association right.
Now, I didn't know better, I'd think they were really dead but hiding deep in some forest.
How did come out wrong....somebody either doing that to me or I was really tired when I posted there a while ago.
That last part was meant to read as.....
Now, if I didn't know better, I'd think they weren't really dead, but hiding deep in some forest.
An auto correct moment there TS? Happens to me all the time.
Glen Frey of the Eagles has now passed away aged 67.
I loved his chilled voice on several of their brilliant songs.
RIP.
Sad to hear about Glen Frey.
My girlfriend recently bought 'The Best of The Eagles' and it didn't even have Hotel California on it. Someone messed up there.
All this dying-in-your-sixties stuff going on lately is fairly depressing. Aren't people supposed to be living longer these days? I won't even get my pension till I'm 69 :(
Dale Griffin.....Bowie's drummer, and co-founder of Mott The Hoople.....67.
I look forward to a day in 2016 where we don't hear that someone who contributed to my formative years has died. :(
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 19 January, 2016, 11:51:38 AM
All this dying-in-your-sixties stuff going on lately is fairly depressing. Aren't people supposed to be living longer these days? I won't even get my pension till I'm 69 :(
There are even those who think expectancy peaked with that war generation and their lifestyles and the following generations won't live as long so are simply set to work until we die in order to pay for the longer life of a long gone generation by then. Depressing.
Never an Eagles fan in any sense, but bad month for 70's Rock icons. Z
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 19 January, 2016, 11:51:38 AMAll this dying-in-your-sixties stuff going on lately is fairly depressing. Aren't people supposed to be living longer these days? I won't even get my pension till I'm 69 :(
Really? Which country are you in? The current state pension age in the UK is between 60 and 67, depending upon gender and when you were born (though you can claim private or occupational pensions from 55 onwards).
Nah, this is a private pension from the Bank of Ireland... the problem was I started it too late in life. The state pension I can get before that.
Quote from: Something Fishy on 18 January, 2016, 11:16:57 PM
Glen Frey of the Eagles has now passed away aged 67.
I loved his chilled voice on several of their brilliant songs.
RIP.
Would you believe I only started taking notice of this guy when the original
Miami-Vice series debuted on television back in 84.
I distinctly remember two songs he did for that....
The Heat is On (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C070_4ya98Y)
Smugglers Blues (https://vimeo.com/58719183)
Found out he was lead singer of the
Eagles at roughly the same time through excessive exposure to radio.
I do have one of best of compilations on cassette tape. Use to listen to them a lot while driving. They have some great songs and I not sure they were still playing up to the day he died. They were supposed to have broken from 1980 onwards and I think those songs from
M.V. were the only significant work he got since then. After that I'm not sure.
Sad to hear of his passing....
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 21 January, 2016, 07:48:06 AM
Nah, this is a private pension from the Bank of Ireland... the problem was I started it too late in life. The state pension I can get before that.
Well, not much earlier - 66. And who knows what it'll be in 20 years time.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 21 January, 2016, 07:19:54 PM
Quote from: Something Fishy on 18 January, 2016, 11:16:57 PM
Glen Frey of the Eagles has now passed away aged 67.
I loved his chilled voice on several of their brilliant songs.
RIP.
Would you believe I only started taking notice of this guy when the original Miami-Vice series debuted on television back in 84.
I distinctly remember two songs he did for that....
The Heat is On (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C070_4ya98Y)
Smugglers Blues (https://vimeo.com/58719183)
heat is on was from beverly hills cop https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EU8L0-RkDYU
Quote from: Big_Dave on 21 January, 2016, 07:52:59 PM
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 21 January, 2016, 07:19:54 PM
Quote from: Something Fishy on 18 January, 2016, 11:16:57 PM
Glen Frey of the Eagles has now passed away aged 67.
I loved his chilled voice on several of their brilliant songs.
RIP.
Would you believe I only started taking notice of this guy when the original Miami-Vice series debuted on television back in 84.
I distinctly remember two songs he did for that....
The Heat is On (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C070_4ya98Y)
Smugglers Blues (https://vimeo.com/58719183)
heat is on was from beverly hills cop https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EU8L0-RkDYU
Oh really...but I pretty sure that movie was put out at the same time, did they ever play the song for
M.V. at all?
I might be confused because my excessive radio usage in those years. Because it's that much more deceptive as I'm only listening.
Do my ears deceive me when the disc-jockey is talking?
However I saw this yesterday as well...
Animal the Drummer Dies at 66 due to Threadbaring syndrome (http://waterfordwhispersnews.com/2016/01/20/rock-legend-animal-dies-aged-66/)
(http://waterfordwhispersnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/animal-muppets-e1453300770566.png)
You may all think this is disrespectful of me because he's not like that others (Old
Sesame-Street reference there!) , but now that it's been put out there, they can't bring him back.
Old puppets die-hard.
Colin Vearncome of Black, most famous for Wonderful Life has died aged just 53 following a recent car crash.
Wonderful life was one of those sad song that always cheered me up, helped me realise I wasn't alone when feeling like that.
Very sad RIP.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=7kE3my5h74I
Actor Abe Vigoda, best known for playing Sal Tessio in the Godfather, has died aged 94.
He's another whom I would have said died years ago.
Quote from: Something Fishy on 26 January, 2016, 07:55:26 PM
Colin Vearncome of Black, most famous for Wonderful Life has died aged just 53 following a recent car crash.
Wonderful life was one of those sad song that always cheered me up, helped me realise I wasn't alone when feeling like that.
Very sad RIP.
Remembered.......and one of those film clips that was shot entirely in black n white, like so many other afterwards as this trendy. Perhaps not the first to do it in that time, but that's how I recall it. I always found the mood of this song in a leage of it's own without out being out right depressing, just more realistic than the sugar-coated stuff that seemed more popular.
otherwise, I didn't bother paying the artist much attention. Wasn't even sure they were still performing. Sorry to here of their passing all the same.
Quote from: Something Fishy on 26 January, 2016, 07:55:26 PM
Colin Vearncome of Black, most famous for Wonderful Life has died aged just 53 following a recent car crash.
Wonderful life was one of those sad song that always cheered me up, helped me realise I wasn't alone when feeling like that.
Very sad RIP.
I've always liked that song a lot; but had somehow never thought to check who sang it and hadn't heard of Colin Vearncombe or Black before you posted that. (Sorry to be an insufferable pedant but it seems Black was his stage name, rather than his band.)
A quick trawl through the internet led me to discover he was doing some really good blues stuff only a few years ago.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXwgtiEbnps (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXwgtiEbnps)
Paul Kantner (http://www.theguardian.com/music/2016/jan/29/jefferson-airplane-founder-paul-kantner-dies-aged-74), from out of Jefferson Airplane.
Here's Sunrise (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sa5yFYyZuSg), because feedback has always been awesome.
Quote from: The Cosh on 29 January, 2016, 09:05:28 AM
Paul Kantner (http://www.theguardian.com/music/2016/jan/29/jefferson-airplane-founder-paul-kantner-dies-aged-74), from out of Jefferson Airplane.
Here's Sunrise (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sa5yFYyZuSg), because feedback has always been awesome.
Time to break out the bong. Rest in peace Paul. Thanks for all the great trips
Terry Wogan (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35453541), 77, cancer.
Quote from: sheridan on 31 January, 2016, 09:49:48 AM
Terry Wogan (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35453541), 77, cancer.
Oh that one hits hard, despite knowing it was coming. Perpetual innuendo-fest Blankety Blank was a cornerstone of TV watching in our house, with his battles with Kenney Everett pretty much the funniest thing I'd ever seen, and while his ridiculously successful chatshow killed my interest, his various radio shows were always beyond masterful. I met him once in passing in a hotel bar in Clare, he was utterly charming.
Awww not Tel-star.....this has been a dreadful month. Z
Another popular icon gone. 2016 is not a very happy year so far.
Sad news. I used to love listening to his breakfast show as I drove to work, he always seemed to be enjoying himself so much and was a joy to listen to. RIP Terry.
Aw, shite. Never even knew he was sick. My granny knew him when he was a kid.
Frank Finlay, the Witchsmeller pursuivant. :(
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYJZqJezjz4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYJZqJezjz4)
Lord Lucan. Now officially dead.
Joe Alaskey – aka the voice of Daffy Duck and Bugs Bunny aged 63
Earth, Wind & Fire star Maurice White has passed away at the age of 74.
BMX dude Dave Mirra (http://www.theguardian.com/sport/2016/feb/04/bmx-star-dave-mirra-dead-of-apparent-self-inflicted-gunshot). Definitely not radical.
Quote from: rogue69 on 04 February, 2016, 11:32:53 PM
Joe Alaskey – aka the voice of Daffy Duck and Bugs Bunny aged 63
That's all, Folks! :(
Quote from: The Cosh on 05 February, 2016, 08:32:28 AM
BMX dude Dave Mirra (http://www.theguardian.com/sport/2016/feb/04/bmx-star-dave-mirra-dead-of-apparent-self-inflicted-gunshot). Definitely not radical.
Fuck.
Quote from: Timothyjacobs on 03 February, 2016, 10:17:08 PM
Lord Lucan. Now officially dead.
Still one of the most baffling cases of disappearance especially for one so well known. Apparently he would/is 81 this year.
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 05 February, 2016, 04:11:49 PM
Quote from: Timothyjacobs on 03 February, 2016, 10:17:08 PM
Lord Lucan. Now officially dead.
Still one of the most baffling cases of disappearance especially for one so well known. Apparently he would/is 81 this year.
Obviously his murder of that poor woman isn't remotely funny, but I do like the idea of arranging to have his corpse fed to the tigers in the zoo so his wife couldn't inherit.
Quote from: Tordelback on 05 February, 2016, 04:29:52 PM
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 05 February, 2016, 04:11:49 PM
Quote from: Timothyjacobs on 03 February, 2016, 10:17:08 PM
Lord Lucan. Now officially dead.
Still one of the most baffling cases of disappearance especially for one so well known. Apparently he would/is 81 this year.
Obviously his murder of that poor woman isn't remotely funny, but I do like the idea of arranging to have his corpse fed to the tigers in the zoo so his wife couldn't inherit.
Oh obsolutely not, i'm in now way refuting he was considerably unstable by the time he commited those horrible acts but the lure of the unexplained make's me somewhat fond of the modern urban myth.
Maurice White of the great Earth Wind and Fire RIP
Former pro-wrestler Brian Knighton aka Axl Rotten dead at 44 from a suspected drug overdose outside a McDonald's
Edgar Mitchell. One of the 12 men who have walked on the moon, at 85. :(
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 05 February, 2016, 11:11:05 PM
Edgar Mitchell. One of the 12 men who have walked on the moon, at 85. :(
He walked on the moon at 85? Impressive...
Strange; I was only listening to a podcast about him yesterday. Actually not strange at all, given that I listen to about three billion podcasts about six trillion different subjects at work every day. He knew aliens, him. Except, of course, he didn't.
That's really sad about Mitchell. I only wish we had continued to follow in those 12's footsteps. Who knows how it may have changed the world. RIP. :(
Only 7 left now - but when you think that all would be in their mid-80's or 90's now (the great Alan Shepard was 47 when he went to the moon!) that's not a bad number.
Didn't realise there there were that many still around! It is a good number indeed. Although I expect it will diminish quite rapidly in the near future. :(
I still struggle to accept that Neil Armstrong is no longer with us..
But here's to the 12. Those still with us, and those that are not.
Quote from: Tordelback on 06 February, 2016, 01:31:03 PM
Only 7 left now - but when you think that all would be in their mid-80's or 90's now (the great Alan Shepard was 47 when he went to the moon!) that's not a bad number.
He was older than I am now. That's remarkable when I think how knackered my body feels already.
Quote from: Something Fishy on 07 February, 2016, 12:59:29 PM
Quote from: Tordelback on 06 February, 2016, 01:31:03 PM
Only 7 left now - but when you think that all would be in their mid-80's or 90's now (the great Alan Shepard was 47 when he went to the moon!) that's not a bad number.
He was older than I am now. That's remarkable when I think how knackered my body feels already.
Me too. And I'm in the middle of arthritis tests...
Hope the tests go well dude. Z
Cheers; I don't think it's anything too serious though. Still, you never know; best nip it in the bud if possible.
Artist Wayne England, who did a huge amount of work for Games Workshop and, after that, companies like Wizards of the Coast. His work surely defined a lot of the look of the Warhammer universes, and - even though I don't think he ever did comics - there must be comic artists out there today influenced by his work.
Quote from: GordonR on 09 February, 2016, 05:10:14 PM
Artist Wayne England, who did a huge amount of work for Games Workshop and, after that, companies like Wizards of the Coast. His work surely defined a lot of the look of the Warhammer universes, and - even though I don't think he ever did comics - there must be comic artists out there today influenced by his work.
His 40K and WHFB stuff was a bit after my time as far as my interest in GW went, but he did some lovely fantasy portrait and beastie stuff for 3rd Ed D&D that I remember well. The man did a mean goblin too.
Quote from: GordonR on 09 February, 2016, 05:10:14 PM
Artist Wayne England, who did a huge amount of work for Games Workshop and, after that, companies like Wizards of the Coast. His work surely defined a lot of the look of the Warhammer universes, and - even though I don't think he ever did comics - there must be comic artists out there today influenced by his work.
I didn't know his name but he's surely contributed to my collection of minis over the years. RIP.
Really bad news his artwork was Warhammer through and through.
http://www.tabletopgamingnews.com/gaming-artist-wayne-england-has-passed/
Truly sad loss. Pathfinder RPG he made the entire "look" of that game. R.I.P Wayne England. :'(
Very sad, myself and son have no doubt enjoyed his work over the years.
He lived in Barnsley and was apparently good mates with some of the cluster of comic artists who live round there. Including Dean Ormston, who was at art college with him.
Judging by the number of messages I'm seeing from comics and games pros, he was an extremely well-liked guy whose work inspired a lot of people.
What I love most about Wayne England's work was the way he pushed characters and compositions to almost abstract levels and yet they still retained a genuine solidity and weight.
He was a truly unique talent.
Boutros Boutros-Ghali (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-35590039), 93
Just announced tonight that artist Tony Luke, formerly of this parish, died this afternoon, after a long, long battle against cancer.
Tony and I had been talking over the last year or so about doing something together, and, for a while last year, it looked like Tony had finally beaten the disease that had plagued him for so long. Then it came back, and his condition worsened severely over Christmas, and, not long after New Year, he finally knew his time was up, having beaten the odds time and time again in the past. (I believe he was given a few months to live about 12 years ago.)
Tony leaves many friends in the UK comics industry and beyond - he was the first British artist to do work for a manga publisher in Japan - and we'll all miss him.
Sorry to hear this and commiserations on your personal loss here Gordon. I loved his work on Young Midden face with Alan Grant.
I don't think I ever read any of his work outside 2000AD or the Megazine. But I do know about Disney's appropriation of his work.
Really sad to hear about Tony Luke, always enjoyed seeing his work. Was it Tony who did the stop motion Blitzspear video as a project at art college?
Andrezj Zulawski, director of the truly bizzare Possession. A cracking and under rated visionary.
RIP
Quote from: Mikey on 18 February, 2016, 09:52:59 AM
Really sad to hear about Tony Luke, always enjoyed seeing his work. Was it Tony who did the stop motion Blitzspear video as a project at art college?
Yep - Liam Sharp posted a vid on facebook of a young Tony talking about stop motion to Michael Bentine on a programme called Madabout, and he was demonstrating a puppet he'd made of Nemesis.
Will post it when I get home.
RIP Tony.
Very sorry to hear this. RIP.
Respects to a departed creator: Tony Luke RIP. Z
Very sad news. RIP Tony Luke.
Tony's bit starts about 1:45 in
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0n_ZMFSGM0 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0n_ZMFSGM0)
This is not a good year to be an artist. Another innovative creator gone. Link to Nemesis the Movie no less. Very sorry to hear he's gone.
http://downthetubes.net/?p=14877
Quote from: GordonR on 17 February, 2016, 11:42:41 PM
Just announced tonight that artist Tony Luke, formerly of this parish, died this afternoon, after a long, long battle against cancer.
Aw, man. Sorry for your loss, Gordon. And I'm sorry anyway. I liked his stuff; his stone devil playing the violin will always be a highpoint in the Megazine for me.
Harper Lee of To Kill a Mockingbird at 89
Very sad. It was expected as she's not been well for a while but still sad. RIP.
Umberto Eco at 84. His thinking on lieracy and reading were a massive influence in me. He was a fantastic novelist as well.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-35620368 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-35620368)
Harper Lee now Umberto Eco. The world has become shallow. RIP Harper Lee, Umberto Eco your work is done .
Adore Eco's work, Foucault's Pendulum in particular had a huge effect on me with its examination of the banality that underlies commonalities in religious and other cult thinking. He was also an enormously funny writer, even while wrestling with weighty topics - which I suspect the very best authors are. Still, at least he and Harper Lee both had a fairly decent crack at the whip, redirecting this year's morbid trend in a more understandable upward direction.
I adored Name of the Rose, but never managed to finish Foucoult's Pendulum despite two attempts.
Another great. What a year. RIP.
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 20 February, 2016, 09:03:52 AM
Umberto Eco at 84. His thinking on lieracy and reading were a massive influence in me. He was a fantastic novelist as well.
Can't remember the name but he wrote a short book about the creation of Name of the Rose which is one of the most entertaining pieces of writing about writing I've ever read.
I know the one you mean - I think it was just called "PostScript to the Name of the Rose" (although maybe something sexier in Italian). I only discovered its existence relatively recently, after my latest re-read when I had a list of things I didn't understand and was looking for commentaries online - you're right, it was a great read. For similar, his essay collection Travels in Hyperreality is brilliant.
Douglas Slocombe director of photography for such films as Raiders, The Italian Job, The Great Gatsby and more. Aged 103.
Another great. RIP.
Just checking his filmography, so many top films on his C.V.
RIP, Mr Slocombe.
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 22 February, 2016, 09:57:03 PM
Douglas Slocombe director of photography for such films as Raiders, The Italian Job, The Great Gatsby and more. Aged 103.
And what a career he led, active until the very end. RIP
Irish actor Johnny Murphy has passed away.
The star was best known for his role as trumpet player Joey "The Lips" Fagan in The Commitments, a role he beat Van Morrison and Rory Gallagher to.
Anyone who has ever watched live cycling on TV will surely recognise the mellifluous tones, easygoing charm and ability to waffle cheerfully on for hours about cheese which characterised the commentary of the now late, great David Duffield (http://www.eurosport.com/cycling/former-eurosport-commentator-david-duffield-dies-at-84_sto5187669/story.shtml).
Chapeau.
This one can feck off.
Frank Kelly
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-35682191
More sad news. Feck off indeed. RIP Frank Kelly.
Quote from: DaveGYNWA on 28 February, 2016, 12:49:16 PM
This one can feck off.
Frank Kelly
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-35682191
(http://cdn.meme.am/instances/500x/59643450.jpg)
That's a shame. Well before he was Father Jack he was writing very funny proto-Ted semi-surreal comedy set in rural Ireland; he'll be missed.
FUCKIN HELL
Aw Feck. That is terrible news. RIP Frank. :'(
One of the greats, and a pure gentleman by all accounts.
Feck!
I need drink n women now! NOW!
Awww.Rip Father Jack.z
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 28 February, 2016, 01:46:34 PM
That's a shame. Well before he was Father Jack he was writing very funny proto-Ted semi-surreal comedy set in rural Ireland; he'll be missed.
Indeed - was already a great before Jack came along. That just cemented it. A lovely man.
Toilet Duck, anyone?
I hope they checked the floor polish!
Frank Kelly, he featured so much in my telly watching, anyone remember Wollyhead (Knock on the Door??) on Radio One(RTE).
Sad to hear about Frank Kelly, for a man with so few lines...he made a big impression in Father Ted.
And now, George Kennedy has gone too. So many films and TV shows, but Cool Hand Luke and Thunderbolt And Lightfoot are always gonna be the highlights of his career for me. :(
I always remember him as the bully Cop in 'Lonely are the brave' that starred Kirk Douglas as a Cowboy out of step with the modern world. He often played thugs or brutal Authority figures but his comic touch saw him partner Leslie Nielson in the The Naked Gun series. Sad to hear he is no longer with us.
George Kennedy-one of my faves if only for his role in Cool Hand Luke. 91 apparently.
RIP big man.
Aye, RIP Mr Kennedy. Such a great actor, and so many memorable roles.
Tony Dyson - The bloke that built R2D2
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/film/movie-news/star-wars-r2d2-inventor-tony-dyson-dead/ (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/film/movie-news/star-wars-r2d2-inventor-tony-dyson-dead/)
R.I.P
That's sad about Tony Dyson. RIP. :(
*mournful beep boop tweet hoooooooo*
Nancy Reagan. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-35739997)
Ray Tomlinson, (http://edition.cnn.com/2016/03/06/us/ray-tomlinson-email-creator-obit/index.html) the inventor of email.
Inventor of E-mail, thats huge, like before the internet!
E-mail !That's huge
Paul Ryan. Long time artist for both Marvel and DC.
He covered a lot of ground and while he wasn't a big name artist I was always very fond of his work. In particular his stuff on the last few issues of the superb Squadron Supreme and a decent on the Wally West Flash.
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/03/07/paul-ryan-artist-for-the-fantastic-four-and-the-phantom-has-died-aged-66/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/03/07/paul-ryan-artist-for-the-fantastic-four-and-the-phantom-has-died-aged-66/)
The inventor of email. An amazing thing and a massive curse in our working lives all in one. Great idea though. RIP.
George Martin The Beatles producer has passed at 90. A good life, lived well by all accounts.
He made the fab four, recorded and produced hundreds of other artists. How Rock and Roll is that?
A real legend. RIP.
There can't be many Fifth Beatles left now....
RIP, Mr Martin.
John English just died some time this morning, I think. Due to complications from surgery, he was only 66. He's a well local musician where I am. Yet, at a rough guess, not from
Brisbane or even from
Queensland. Quite possibly either a
Victorian or
New South Welshman. The latter most likely. Very tall, haunted eyes!
(https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSqsAPAwwQbjVAsoHGQeEs37YNTKXPIrP3DxavnQB47T3hFq21PHA)
The very early song that I can remember him singing is....
Six Ribbons (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9W5lQNFb-M)
Which I think was tied in with
Against the wind a very old 70ish television series in which he starred & was about colonial settlers in
Australia. I vividly recall singing this with the rest of my home room in either year 4 or 5. A bloody long time ago and that's not something we did out of habit. Although this was a break from the usual maths, English and social studies we did back then. He was in this saucy sitcom called
Number 96. Famed for it's partial nudity & page three pin up girls. I once fancied
Mega-City version, but set in a entire apartment block and you may find that post/comment of mine somewhere around here. He was in a less serious more comedy inspired sitcom called
All Together Now during the 90's and was also in a stage show...the famous
Pirates of Penzance (The Pirate King, no doubt!) Which never saw. I only ever seen the send up film with that young blonde haired fellow from
The Blue Lagoon with
Brooke Shields. (Which was kind of dumb!) and I don't much of his work otherwise.
yet, I went to a concert of his with some friends while he toured
Twin-Towns-Tweed-Heads on the
Gold Coast. It's bit of song, bit of dance and then he drops his pants in front of everybody right towards the end while his back was turned. He did have a young lady (Another performer, not one from the audience!) up on stage who did the same. Kind of like a limited version of what happened at the end of the stage production of
Hair when the entire cast remove all their clothing while
singing (http://wn.com/let_the_sunshine). I went to that concert roughly. Another 90's event if anybody recalls when
Hair was touring back then. I wouldn't be surprised if
John English was one of the original cast members for earlier version of that I found a flyer and program that belonged to my parents. I know
Marcia Hines was in that.
It's shame he's gone now. It seems like he had more to do around here.
Prog-Rock Legend Keith Emerson aged 71
Quote from: rogue69 on 11 March, 2016, 11:48:02 PM
Prog-Rock Legend Keith Emerson aged 71
Very sad - it sounds like suicide. I think I'll break out Pictures At An Exhibition tonight, one of ELPs best live albums.
Sylvia Anderson, ex-wife of Gerry and voice of Lady Penelope in Thunderbirds, at 88
"Farewell, M'Lady".
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y267/albion79uk/413b0276f88e37814c9b12e248e5511c_zpsmkaqdhfn.jpg)
Paul Daniels and Frank Sinatra, Jr.
:(
Good freakin' lord it hasn't been a good year for my childhood icons.
RIP Sylvia Anderson
Frank Sinatra Jnr, Paul Daniels, Sylvia Anderson. The postwar generation meet time the leveller and that's why we've had such a dire list of star deaths. The people we saw on TV when we were nippers are getting old and checking out. The baby boomers are still fairly numerous so we'll all be reading the obituaries more than we like in the years to come. RIP Boomers, you changed the world but perhaps not as much as you thought you could. I'm feeling a bit miserable now.
Late 80's really does seem to be the limit for the vast majority.
Lots and lots of them going now, the established stars of our youth.
I think it's a real shame about Paul Daniels.
It's been unfashionable to like him since the 90s but I used to love his TV shows and think he was a great magician. He's the yardstick by which I measure any other magician or performer of that ilk.
A bloke who was properly good at his job.
Paul Daniels....essential 80's viewing. Annoying? Maybe. Entertaining? Undoubtedly.
And now another Star Wars original shuffles off too...'Red leader' Drewe Henley. :(
I used to know a Magician who attended classes run by Paul Daniels as a member of the Magic Circle.
My acquaintance told me that what we knew was pure public persona. What was in the profession was a genuine helpful man. Of course what was in private may have been different again.
Pretty sure my old acquaintance will be pretty sad today. We lost touch about 14 years ago...
My family has a couple of (fairly loose) connections to Paul Daniels. His father threw my father out of the local cinema on a couple of occasions*, and back in the 80's my older brother worked as a roadie for Daniels' son Martin for a while. Sad week for entertainment all round.
*Dad swears he was innocent and that it was other people causing trouble, throwing sweets at the screen, and than Mr Daniels Senior was just heavy handed.
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 17 March, 2016, 02:47:56 PM
Paul Daniels....essential 80's viewing. Annoying? Maybe. Entertaining? Undoubtedly.
I was an aspiring magician as a kid (if only I'd stuck at it, rather than being negatively influenced by begrudging 'friends'!) and never missed an episode of his show. I loved it and I'm sorry to see Paul go.
Paul Daniels came across as a good egg. RIP. Z
I used to lovely Daniel's show back in the 80's. It was always fun and cleverly done. RIP.
Larry Drake (http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/larry-drake-dead-la-law-actor-found-dead-in-hollywood-home-aged-166-a6938141.html), 66. Best known for his role in LA Law.
Aw no, not
Dr Giggles, too!
Quote from: JamesC on 17 March, 2016, 01:44:13 PM
I think it's a real shame about Paul Daniels.
It's been unfashionable to like him since the 90s but I used to love his TV shows and think he was a great magician. He's the yardstick by which I measure any other magician or performer of that ilk.
A bloke who was properly good at his job.
These would be my sentiments. I gather he lost a generation when he announced ahead of the 1997 election that if Labour got in he'd leave the country, but his shows were always good family entertainment, and Wizbit remains a mind worm of a series/theme.
Quote from: Professor Wolfgang Von Bear on 18 March, 2016, 12:44:56 PM
I gather he lost a generation when he announced ahead of the 1997 election that if Labour got in he'd leave the country...
When quizzed on why he hadn't left the country, he explained that Labour had carried on with Conservative policies anyway, so it hadn't proved necessary.
Barry Hines. He wrote Kes but Threads will always be imprinted on my memory.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35855544
What a crappy, crappy year 2016 is turning out to be, eh?
Both Kes, and Threads are must watch films, and ones I've gone back to more times than I can remember.
Kes has always seemed to be there - the superb film adaptation, and reading the book at school (and sniggering at the rude bits...), and Threads is simply astounding, and chilling, in equal effect.
RIP, Mr Hines.
Threads was quite possibly the most disturbing thing I watched in my youth. Brilliant television....another sad loss.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 17 March, 2016, 11:48:56 AM
The baby boomers are still fairly numerous so we'll all be reading the obituaries more than we like in the years to come. RIP Boomers, you changed the world but perhaps not as much as you thought you could. I'm feeling a bit miserable now.
Reading Complete Nemesis the Warlock II earlier, it hit me that two of the four artists who contributed to the book are no longer with us. That was a shock, I must say.
Johnny Hicklenton I know was one, but who was the other?
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 20 March, 2016, 05:43:55 PM
Johnny Hicklenton I know was one, but who was the other?
Tony Luke.
Oh yeah; I forgot he worked on Nemesis. A sad loss.
the victims of Brussels...
Indeed. Very sad.
My thoughts to the victims of the Brussels terrorist attack.
My thoughts to the Muslim community of Belgium, stay safe.
Another atrocity, another senseless taking of human life, another excuse for those more disposed to hate and ignorance than compassion to point the finger. Deepest respect to those departed and their families and to Brussels as a whole.
More than 40 innocent people died in two bomb attacks on the Turkish capital of Ankara the other week.
Did I miss the RIP thread handwringing over those people's deaths at the hands of terrorists?
Good point.
Quote from: GordonR on 22 March, 2016, 10:39:23 PM
More than 40 innocent people died in two bomb attacks on the Turkish capital of Ankara the other week.
Did I miss the RIP thread handwringing over those people's deaths at the hands of terrorists?
Sadly I was only made aware of this the other day myself. It's absence throughout my internet sphere is as startling as it's absence from the mainstream news outlets.
Not true, Hawk. Those terrible, tragic events were reported on by mainstream news outlets.
And no one here has mentioned the 150+ Kurds in Turkey recently killed in areas under curfew. In one incident many were burned to death, some of them reportedly found without heads.
I've been seeing large amounts of coverage of the Ankara attacks, although that may be because I once passed out on the Irish Ambassador to Turkey's couch back when he was a lowly Third Secretary and possessed of the first 1 litre beer stein i had ever seen, and thus am unintentionally sensitised to news that involves his patch. Point being, what catches the eye and makes it to the RIP thread and elsewhere depends on who's looking. It's understandable that attacks at the heart of the EU would attract more attention here. Doesn't mean nobody is paying attention to what goes on elsewhere.
Quote from: SuperSurfer on 23 March, 2016, 01:56:14 AM
Not true, Hawk. Those terrible, tragic events were reported on by mainstream news outlets.
And no one here has mentioned the 150+ Kurds in Turkey recently killed in areas under curfew. In one incident many were burned to death, some of them reportedly found without heads.
Apologise SS, I must have overlooked them then. Didn't mean to insinuate anyone was making light of these awful situations.
No need whatsoever to apologise Hawk.
So much tragedy unfolds on a daily basis that goes unmentioned. Admittedly one has to look a bit harder to find news coverage depending on who the perpetrators or victims are.
Quote from: Tordelback on 23 March, 2016, 07:43:18 AM
I've been seeing large amounts of coverage of the Ankara attacks, although that may be because I once passed out on the Irish Ambassador to Turkey's couch back when he was a lowly Third Secretary and possessed of the first 1 litre beer stein i had ever seen, and thus am unintentionally sensitised to news that involves his patch. Point being, what catches the eye and makes it to the RIP thread and elsewhere depends on who's looking. It's understandable that attacks at the heart of the EU would attract more attention here. Doesn't mean nobody is paying attention to what goes on elsewhere.
This also applies to the famous people who appear more regularly on this thread. There's been a few times when the news of the death of somebody famous has been reported, but whom I've never heard of. In those cases I would not post the link as it would seem meaningless to me to do so.
So, am I allowed to mention that Phife Dawg (http://pitchfork.com/news/64339-a-tribe-called-quests-phife-dawg-dead-at-45/) from out of A Tribe Called Quest has died at the no-age-at-all of 45?
I'll refrain from making the obvious terrible joke out of respect.
I'm sorry if you saw my last post as hand-wringing G. I don't often read this thread and so I don't follow what has or hasn't been mentioned before. I just wanted to add my two-penneth worth. Terrorism is a terrible, ugly fucking thing wherever it strikes.
Larry Sanders has left the building (http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/garry-shandling-dead-comedian-was-878124)
Well that is very sad news.The entertainment world loses another talented performer. RIP Garry Shandling.
More bad news.Johan Cruyff has met the final whistle.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/35892775
Quote from: GordonR on 22 March, 2016, 10:39:23 PM
More than 40 innocent people died in two bomb attacks on the Turkish capital of Ankara the other week.
Did I miss the RIP thread handwringing over those people's deaths at the hands of terrorists?
Strange you didn't say anything about it at the time.
People die because of British made bullets and bombs virtually every day. Most of those don't get a mention, either. Then there's all the starvation, dehydration and disease caused by crippling loans from British (amongst others) banks putting interest repayments above human lives. Even less gets said about them.
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I'm ambivalent about this thread as it seems to be mostly about how tragic and sad it is when a rich and privileged celebrity dies but ignores the run-of-the-mill daily tragedies of dying children in war zones, for example. On the other hand, every death is a tragedy in its own way. The ones we mourn the most, however, are generally unavoidable. The ones we ignore the most, conversely, are generally avoidable.
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I don't mean to be a wet blanket - but this is a thread about death.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 25 March, 2016, 12:01:11 PM
I don't mean to be a wet blanket - but this is a thread about death.
You're doing it wrong - wet blanket is for Fire.
Boing® is for Death, Hi-Ex for Mortisss, and pretty much barehanded will do for Fear.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 25 March, 2016, 12:01:11 PM
I'm ambivalent about this thread as it seems to be mostly about how tragic and sad it is when a rich and privileged celebrity dies but ignores the run-of-the-mill daily tragedies of dying children in war zones, for example. On the other hand, every death is a tragedy in its own way. The ones we mourn the most, however, are generally unavoidable. The ones we ignore the most, conversely, are generally avoidable.
Not everything is a bloody class war, Sharky. It's a place to note the passing of people that might have passed other boarders by; someone that meant something to you, whether that be a musician/writer/etc whose work you liked or someone who was much closer, like a family member. Obviously people's lives are far more likely to have been affected personally by a 'celebrity' than by faceless civilians none of us have met from a part of the world we've never been to. Simple as that.
I really can't see what the point of a grisly 'tally' thread would be - 256 killed in the Yemen today. 32 killed in Syria today. 45 killed in Serbia today...
That sounds angrier than I meant it to! Sorry Sharky.
QuoteObviously people's lives are far more likely to have been affected personally by a 'celebrity' than by faceless civilians none of us have met from a part of the world we've never been to. Simple as that.
I really can't see what the point of a grisly 'tally' thread would be - 256 killed in the Yemen today. 32 killed in Syria today. 45 killed in Serbia today...
I'm with you there. Johnny Hicklenton's death, for example, is no more important nor tragic than that of a bomb victim in the Middle East; but despite my not knowing him personally, Hicklenton was a part of my life from childhood and he had a profound influence on my life and even my career choice. I believe many could say the same of David Bowie or Lemmy.
Also, I don't think it's altogether immoral to focus more on European deaths than deaths from further afield - it's just human nature. If a tragedy happens in your own town, you think about it more than one on the other side of the country. It doesn't mean the local tragedy is more important; it's just that bit closer to home and so you talk about it more.
No probs, DJ, I understand and agree with everything you said. All the unnecessary death in this world riles me up - and I'm sure I'm not the only one. I certainly wouldn't wish this thread to disappear or even to belittle it.
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As to Death, Tordels, all I can say is, "Gaze into the fin of Shark!"
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JBC, I am reminded of an exchange between two characters in The West Wing, "Why are American lives more important?" "I don't know, but they are."
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 25 March, 2016, 01:48:19 PM
JBC, I am reminded of an exchange between two characters in The West Wing, "Why are American lives more important?" "I don't know, but they are."
Please tell me that's not what you think I meant. I know that local deaths are no more important than more distant ones; I just think it's human nature to focus on tragedies closer to home. I thought that was clear from my post; maybe not though.
No, JBC, I don't think that. It was merely an illustration of what you were saying. The loss of those lives we are most familiar with affects us more deeply and more profoundly than those we do not know. That does not make the deaths of those we don't know any less tragic, even though we might not feel that tragedy as keenly.
Apologies, Sharky, I got the wrong end of the stick there.
No apologies necessary, my friend.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 25 March, 2016, 12:01:11 PM
I don't mean to be a wet blanket - but this is a thread about death.
You must be a right laugh at funerals.
Yep - they laugh so much they end up coffin.
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I'll get me wooden overcoat...
Quote from: Tordelback on 25 March, 2016, 12:43:43 PM
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 25 March, 2016, 12:01:11 PM
I don't mean to be a wet blanket - but this is a thread about death.
You're doing it wrong - wet blanket is for Fire.
Boing® is for Death, Hi-Ex for Mortisss, and pretty much barehanded will do for Fear.
Lovely stuff.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 25 March, 2016, 12:48:44 PMIt's a place to note the passing of people that might have passed other boarders by
And on that statement let me sadly bring this back on topic by noting the death of a relatively obscure character but one that is I think vitally important player in the bones of British creative output.
Terry BrainVeteran Aardman animator and writer - co-creator of Trap Door and heavily involved in Stoppit & Tidyup, two charming staples of 80s childrens television. He doesn't even have a wiki but his imdb page makes for an inspiring read (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1313787/).
(http://i2.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/887/928/d68.gif)
I loved Trap Door. Sad news. RIP.
Trap Door.... only knew of the Claymation television series when I read about a tie-in computer game in gamer magazine along time ago. I don't think I've ever seen the show itself and have neve played the game.
Sad news :(
Trap Door is one of my earliest childhood TV memories up there with Count Duckula and the likes.
I'm sure it would have had some influence in molding my fragile little child mind :D (then, not now. now it's a grown up fragile mind)
R.I.P
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 26 March, 2016, 07:11:05 PM
Trap Door.... only knew of the Claymation television series when I read about a tie-in computer game in gamer magazine along time ago. I don't think I've ever seen the show itself and have neve played the game.
Sad news :(
Great game; I spent many hours working out its intensely frustrating puzzles as a kid - oddly enough the programmer ended up living in my little Irish midlands town years later.
Great show as well; sorry to hear its creator has checked out.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 27 March, 2016, 12:11:14 AM
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 26 March, 2016, 07:11:05 PM
Trap Door.... only knew of the Claymation television series when I read about a tie-in computer game in gamer magazine along time ago. I don't think I've ever seen the show itself and have neve played the game.
Sad news :(
Great game; I spent many hours working out its intensely frustrating puzzles as a kid - oddly enough the programmer ended up living in my little Irish midlands town years later.
Great show as well; sorry to hear its creator has checked out.
Yous should visit him & file a complaint about how frustrating it was for you!
The great artist Ken Barr:
http://downthetubes.net/?p=30181
Oh, oh no. No.
Ronnie Corbett
I....I have no words. A great comedy double act has finally left this world completely.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35934024
I'm not so convinced about the health benefits of Wiltshire Farm Foods anymore.
I love his rambling jokes told from the big chair. Great stuff.
And it's goodnight from him.
That used to be my favourite bit. Oddly it was the bit my wife liked least as she just wanted him to get on with it :lol:
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 31 March, 2016, 12:07:40 PM
I love his rambling jokes told from the big chair. Great stuff.
And it's goodnight from him.
Theirs something decidedly Bennett like about it all, isn't there? A kind of working class humour.
'Morning Super', 'Morning Wonderful!'
was one of my favourite comedy moments.
The Phantom Raspberry Blower of Old London Town remains the definitive fictional account of the Jack the Ripper murders.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 31 March, 2016, 12:07:40 PM
I love his rambling jokes told from the big chair. Great stuff.
And it's goodnight from him.
Yeah. It was truly great stuff. Very saddened by his passing. RIP.
Quote from: Proudhuff on 31 March, 2016, 12:18:58 PM
'Morning Super', 'Morning Wonderful!'
was one of my favourite comedy moments.
Its certainly a piece of genius. Much as its cliche Four Candles is one of the truly great comedy sketchs also. Ronnie Baker always seemed to carry the credit for the genius of the best of the Two Ronnies, but I always got the impression the relationship was more even than was commonly held. In much the same way that while Eric Morecombe was a comedy genius he wouldn't have been half as funny without the straightman genius that was Ernie Wise.
A friend of mine alerted me to this. My friend happens to be Albino and you'll see why he singled this story out.
Banele Nxumalo (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/africaandindianocean/swaziland/7956458/Albino-girl-11-killed-and-beheaded-in-Swaziland-for-witchcraft.html) aged 11.
Beyond tragic.
Horrible.
Ronnie Corbett..... fuck. He was always I believe in the shadow of Barker, which would not be that surprising, as Barker was a total genius, but without Corbett....there was only one Ronnie....and that'd never have been so brilliant.
I'm lighting fork handles in his memory.
;)
Ronnie Corbett passed away?
Haven't heard anything about the guy in ages, so I thought it might have happened already.
Sad to hear the bad news.
I only remember him from The Two Ronnies & that other program Sorry or I'm Sorry. Knew he was more famous than that. Must of been heaps of shows that he made some appearance . Even if it was even once.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 31 March, 2016, 12:07:40 PM
I love his rambling jokes told from the big chair. Great stuff.
And it's goodnight from him.
It was actually an average sized chair.
Quote from: Mister Pops on 31 March, 2016, 11:46:14 PM
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 31 March, 2016, 12:07:40 PM
I love his rambling jokes told from the big chair. Great stuff.
And it's goodnight from him.
It was actually an average sized chair.
We had a massive telly.
I've seen the fork handles/four candles sketch numerous times today. Absolute genius. That pair were great at turning language inside out for humour. This (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0C59pI_ypQ&feature=share) is another great example.
My personal favorite along with fork handles
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFu4GdUna4A (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFu4GdUna4A)
R.I.P and thank you for all the laughs
Last night I watched the Comic Relief Sarah Jane Adventure (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjGeH8WN160), followed by Burke and Hare, both featuring Ronnie.
Gallieno Ferri, original creator and long term writer and artist on Italian comic Zagor, passed away at the age of 87.
RIP
Erik Bauersfeld, aged 93. Who you ask... Only the speaker of the most iconic and most quoted Sci-fi line ever - not a trap, honest (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4F4qzPbcFiA)
Scott Goodall-comics giant.
David Gest aged 62
Gareth Thomas of Blake's 7 fame has passed away, aged 71
Oh no that is very sad news. B7 is still one of my fave shows and it's bleak view of a group of disparate revolutionaries fight against an amoral ruling elite mirrored the world then and now. Classic TV if rather naff looking production wise but a big part of my viewing back then. Long live Blakes 7. :'(
Nary a mention of his death on the BBC website. :(
Quote from: shaolin_monkey on 14 April, 2016, 09:28:07 AM
Nary a mention of his death on the BBC website. :(
I heard the powers that be at the Beeb were embarrassed by B7 seeing it as a waste of money and resources.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-36041534
Quote from: shaolin_monkey on 14 April, 2016, 09:28:07 AM
Nary a mention of his death on the BBC website. :(
Apart from it being the lead story here (http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment_and_arts) you mean?
And yes, a sad loss.
Blake's 7 was truly great, especially when Gareth Thomas was actually in it. I loved him in the sadly-brief Knights of God too. 71 is no age at all.
Ah bugger, Blakes 7 repeats alongside an ever changinf repeat cycle of classic Doctor Who where steadies of my childhoos viewing, still are actually. 71 is no age at all, RIP.
Ah, gutted. :( My wife and I met Gareth at the Deliverance '98 convention. Really friendly and very funny guy. He almost refused to sign my wife's copy of Blake's 7: The Inside Story when he mistook it for another book that he had obviously taken exception to ('I'm sorry but I don't sign those') but once he realised his error was more than happy to oblige her.
Quote from: The Cosh on 14 April, 2016, 09:47:02 AM
Quote from: shaolin_monkey on 14 April, 2016, 09:28:07 AM
Nary a mention of his death on the BBC website. :(
Apart from it being the lead story here (http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment_and_arts) you mean?
And yes, a sad loss.
That wasn't there when I posted. Glad it is now though!
Yeah, what a part of my childhood Blake's Seven was. Epic series - did not care about the shonky effects, and would still happily watch it now. I remember as a child wanting Blake to return to the Liberator ASAP, but the longer the series went on the more obvious it became they'd never find him. Until that very last episode - and what a way to finish a series!
Aaah feck. What the hell is 2016 coming to? Blake's 7 is required viewing for any self respecting sci-fi nerd. RIP Gareth. :(
A boyhood hero gone. Shame.
Sad news. I knew about him and Blake though I've never seen it. As said above it's a bit damning that a sci fi fan hasn't. I must do that.
Blakes 7 was unmissable TV for me when I was a kid. Mum and dad even bought me the Blakes 7 comics. RIP Gareth my man.. Z
I was debating whether to post this in the 'What's Everyone Reading' thread since it comes from a rereading of Snuff and is probably somewhat belated but considering that they are building a statue to Sir Terry I thought that the following quote from Snuff would be the most appropriate as text:
"You are a great man, commander, and I hope that they put up a statue to you!"
"Oh dear, I hope not! You only get a statue when you're dead!"
We have too many of these great artists to be thankful to.
We can't remember Pratchett often enough. Losing him and Banks so close together was as bad a pop-cultural blow as anything in this year's parade of misery.
I've been working my way through my discworld collection again. Just got up to Moving Pictures. Best fantasy author of all time. Consistently funny. Thanks again for everything Mr Pratchett.
John Leslie, 4th Baronet, a 99-year old war vet and Ireland's oldest raver. Celebrated his 85th birthday at Manumission in Ibiza. Whenever I feel too old to be out giving it loads on dancefloors, I just remember him.
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4b/Leslie2.jpg)
Aww, I met him about two years ago. We went to Castle Leslie for out fortieth and he came in to the restaurant and played the piano, had his meal, and played a bit more. He went round to a few tables and had a word, great life to him.
Victoria Wood (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/7091287/BREAKING-NEWS-Victoria-Wood-62-dies-of-cancer.html?CMP=spklr-_-Editorial-_-FBPAGE-_-TheSun-thesun-_-20160420-_-News-_-440528430-_-Imageandlink)!!! :o :'(
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 20 April, 2016, 03:25:28 PM
Victoria Wood (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/7091287/BREAKING-NEWS-Victoria-Wood-62-dies-of-cancer.html?CMP=spklr-_-Editorial-_-FBPAGE-_-TheSun-thesun-_-20160420-_-News-_-440528430-_-Imageandlink)!!! :o :'(
Aww heck! I saw her live at the Lowry in 2007, was bloody brilliant smartly written and hilarious. What a truly dreadful year for the arts. :(
RIP
A shocker, she was brilliant in everything she turned her hand to, from stand-up to sitcoms, sketches, comedy songs, serious drama and more. One of my mum's favourites we often watched he together.
And 2016, the year of sulkiness continues.
Aww bollocks. This is such sad news. I even enjoyed her programme Nice Cup of Tea. She even made tea entertaining. RIP. :(
"suckiness" of course, not sulkiness
Quote from: Dandontdare on 20 April, 2016, 05:34:12 PM
"suckiness" of course, not sulkiness
To be fair, that was so fittingly apt I never even registered it as a typo!
That's a real shock. 62 isn't old these days. Sad.
Devastating news. Victoria Wood was one of the best comedic writers/performers this country has ever produced.
Fuck you, 2016.
I had a dream about Victoria Wood last night. It was as if she was an old friend I hadn't seen for ages. "Hello, Vicky," I said. She screwed up her face and said, "David, isn't it?" "No, that's my brother. I'm Mark." We hugged and I wished her well. There were thousands of people milling about, like some vast open-air concert in the sunshine. Everyone knew her and gave her a hug. She looked quite glum at first but, later on, went on her way with a smile on her face. It was a quite touching dream although, I suspect, of little interest to anyone else.
Joan Laurer, AKA Chyna (http://news.sky.com/story/1682591/chyna-female-wrestling-pioneer-found-dead), 45.
Quote from: Eric Plumrose on 21 April, 2016, 12:42:16 PM
Joan Laurer, AKA Chyna (http://news.sky.com/story/1682591/chyna-female-wrestling-pioneer-found-dead), 45.
Considering the downward spiral her life had taken, this doesn't come as a huge surprise. A terrible shame nonetheless. R.I.P.
Rumours on the web saying that prince has died. ........not sure of the truth of it yet though.
Quote from: SIP on 21 April, 2016, 06:04:01 PM
Rumours on the web saying that prince has died. ........not sure of the truth of it yet though.
Seemingly confirmed here. (http://www.tmz.com/2016/04/21/prince-dead-at-57/)
Grim reading of late, this thread...
Jim
Oh no not Prince too - Fuckin hell, what's happening this year?
Seriously what a fuckin' year this is turning out to be, and it's only April..
Just listened to Gold Experience this morning, bloody class stuff. The year of BS continues.
RIP
Unbelievable. Fuckin' PRINCE. What the hell is going on?
Fuck it. We won't see his like again
Almost unbelievable news. Prince was a much bigger musical deal to me personally than Bowie. How awful.
Fuck. I can't believe it. I've been a Prince fan since always. I've seen him in concert twice - the first gig was the best I've ever been to. The man was more than a legend; he was an auteur, an innovator and the funkiest MF on the planet. Gutted.
Wow,just like Victoria yesterday this has come totally out of the blue.
Very sad.
Very sad to hear about Prince's passing. Really quite sad. the man was an absolute genius as much for the songs he wrote that others made famous as for the brilliant performer he was himself. His output though between 1982 and 1991 for me ranks of one of the truly great periods of any pop artists.
Such a shame and as others have said such a shock.
Guy Hamilton aged 93
director of the Bond movies Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever, Live And Let Die and The Man With The Golden Gun.
& Choppers the last of the PG Tips Chimps aged 48
What a fucking terrible day. I don't know Ms. Laurer, but 45 is no age.
I'm gutted about Prince. I was mostly into heavy metal in the 80s, but Prince was a talent you simply couldn't ignore or deny.
Now Guy Hamilton.
RIP to all three. :'(
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 21 April, 2016, 09:31:09 PM
Very sad to hear about Prince's passing. Really quite sad. the man was an absolute genius as much for the songs he wrote that others made famous as for the brilliant performer he was himself. His output though between 1982 and 1991 for me ranks of one of the truly great periods of any pop artists.
From personal taste, only New Order come close. Worldwide, there is no competition.
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Have I ever told anyone here about the time I saw Prince play an aftershow gig at The Garage in Glasgow?
It cost twenty pounds to get in; I put one pound in the Monopoly quiz machine; security cleared everyone from the bar except me and formed a weird cordon like you'd see in a film; Prince and the band walked past; I've never had two ten pound jackpots from a single quid before or since; I bought drinks for my friends; he came on and played no recognisable songs, just five or six funky jams; wearing the veil; it was one of the best gigs I've ever see; I had never been in the presence of such a ludicrously magnetic personality before; I don't expect to be again.
Rest In Purple wee man.
THIS IS A BLOW,
a hero of my youth, likely the most second played album i ever purchased Purple rain 1984.
I was 16,
he may have been bonkers i will grant you that...... but musically a bloody genius,
saw him live in London i think it was Wembley arena (?possibly) I travel a lot so it could be wrong location,
but OUTSTANDING on stage.
2016 have you not sated your thirst yet for our heros and icons.
Shirley Bellwood, iconic Misty artist, back in January...
https://www.facebook.com/groups/getmisty/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/getmisty/)
I had never heard of him, I'm a middle aged white hetro guy so not really something I keep tabs on but I'm the type of person who thinks we are all the same and everyone has the right to be with whoever they want to be with.
Xulhaz Mannan & Tanay Mojumdar, (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-36128729), Xulhaz was Editor of a LGBT magazine in Bangladesh and I understand Tanay was a co-founder.
Isis have claimed responsibility.
Utterly distressing, not the least because it wouldn't be the first time such crimes created copy cat phenomenas. I shall have to keep my ear to the ground and see what I can do to help.
RIP to two wonderful people who deserved so much better than that.
apparently the already dead are trying to get into the 2016 hall of the dead.
Terry Nutkins has been reported as dying today despite passing away in2012
Mmmm, this seems to happen more and more, with the 'dead-for-a-few-years-now' popping up in current news feeds.
Something is afoot...
2 more actors from classic childhood programmes have passed away both of cancer
Barry Howard best known for playing dance instructor Barry Stuart-Hargreaves from "Hi De Hi, at the age of 78.
Mark Farmer best known for his role as Gary Hargreaves from "Grange Hill" at the age of 53.
Ken Barr aged 83, Commando covers artist.
Quote from Down the Tubes.
QuoteHe is perhaps best known to downthetubes readers for his Commando covers, but was an innovative artist whose covers for publishers such as Marvel and a wide variety of book publishers are highly regarded, making him one of the most beloved and collected comic artists.
Quote from: rogue69 on 28 April, 2016, 11:44:04 PM
2 more actors from classic childhood programmes have passed away both of cancer
Barry Howard best known for playing dance instructor Barry Stuart-Hargreaves from "Hi De Hi, at the age of 78.
Mark Farmer best known for his role as Gary Hargreaves from "Grange Hill" at the age of 53.
Can't place the Grange Hill actor (and yes, I have googled for images). I'm actually a bit surprised how young the dance instructor from Hi De Hi must have been - I thought he was of about retirement age 30 years ago!
he played Gary - older brother of Cathy (Lindy Brill) - on the school-based show from 1979 until 1981.
He first appeared in the fourth episode of the second series, vying for the affections of Trisha Yates, played by Michelle Herbert. His last appearance came in the sixteen episode of the fourth series.
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2016/04/28/13/339E29EE00000578-3563439-image-m-14_1461845285785.jpg
Did that musician who calls himself Prince really die?
I read that they drilled into his music vault and found enough of his unreleased work to release a album a year for the next century.
Some medication was found on his person when his corpse was discovered. Not such fan of his work myself, but I can't deny his popularity.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 30 April, 2016, 04:14:52 PM
Did that musician who calls himself Prince really die?
I read that they drilled into his music vault and found enough of his unreleased work to release a album a year for the next century.
Dying didn't stop Tupac, either. Aside from the four bullets he was drive-byed with.
Quote from: ThryllSeekyr on 30 April, 2016, 04:14:52 PM
Did that musician who calls himself Prince really die?
His parents called him Prince. It was his name.
Bob Hoskins (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27224995)
Quote from: Dandontdare on 02 May, 2016, 12:03:20 PM
Bob Hoskins (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27224995)
He died two years ago, DDD.
shit, so he did - wonder why it's the 5th most popular trending story on the BBC website then?
Quote from: Dandontdare on 02 May, 2016, 12:37:40 PM
shit, so he did - wonder why it's the 5th most popular trending story on the BBC website then?
Because it was two years ago yesterday, so hundreds have people have seen it come up on their past life feed on facebook.
http://www.synthtopia.com/content/2016/05/08/isao-tomita-has-died-at-the-age-of-84/
isao tomita....i was introduced to his work as a child by a synth mad uncle. quite remarkable what he did for the time.
My mate Chris, died in a car crash Thursday night on the way home from playing a gig in Basingstoke. The drunk driver of the other car came out of it uninjured.
Chris is going to get a f***-load of pool practice in before I see him for our next match :thumbsdown:
Fucking hell. That's rough Dave.
Shit man, just .... Sorry.
There are never the right words for this sort of situation.
Our heartfelt condolences to you and everyone affected by this, pretty sure this comes from everyone on the board.
Sorry to hear that, Dave. My sympathies to you and all Chris's friends and family. Aside from the pool practice, he should also have plenty of time to get the next round in.
Quote from: The Cosh on 15 May, 2016, 05:12:31 PM
Fucking hell. That's rough Dave.
I know - he's a fecking good player too, so all that practice means he's going to be well up on his game. ;)
Cheers all - not seen his family yet, not until funeral I reckon. Few of us chatting about going out for an impromptu wake this evening.
Very sorry to hear that Dave. It's always a shocking reminder of how tenuous all our lives are. Reminds me not to take it for granted. Very sad.
Very sorry to hear that mate.
God bless to you and yours, Dave.
Bad stuff Dave....sorry for your loss. Z
THat's terrible, sorry Dave
That sounds pretty terrible DaveGYNWA. Really sorry to hear your news.
Sorry for your loss, Dave.
So sorry to hear that, Dave.
Aw Dave, that's awful. Sorry for your loss, and sympathies to your mate's family and friends.
Wanted to put Darwyn Cooke R.I.P. on this thread as it's the place for it and I, for one, will feel his loss to the comic world.
So glad I fought through the black apathy that hounded me at the time to attend the Lakes International Comic Art Fest in Oct last year, where I got to shake his hand and, in a trademarked star struck mumble, thank him for all his work and the influence it has on my meagre output. Can't get my head around the idea that I won't get another series from this great artist.
Cheers for everything, Mr Cooke.
That stated, truly sorry for your loss Dave, horrendous circumstances.
Dunk!
My condolences, Dave.
Sorry for your loss, Dave.
sorry for your loss dave,never mind sharky's suggestion of him getting a pint in,if he comes across an old fella called roland Watson (my granddad) he's bound to have either set up a still up there!
Dave, that's just so awful. Condolences on your loss.
that sucks Dave, condolences to you and your mate's family.
Thanks all - still stunned by it, met another member of us "older lot" on the train this morning and just had a good chat about it all and a good cry...helped a lot. As everything is now more public, his band have made available a recording of their last gig with Chris - worth a watch:
https://www.facebook.com/131347206687/photos/a.386701151687.172970.131347206687/10153427000186688/?type=3
Was due to go see them again in a few weeks, as they were due to support Blaze Bayley in Winchester (he loves them, they've supported him twice before) and chose not to go to this one as a result of that. Wish I'd gone now.
John Berry, founding member of The Beastie Boys, aged 52.
actor Alan Young, who voiced "Mister Ed" & Scrooge McDuck he also co-starred in the classic sci-fi film "The Time Machine," has died at age 96,
Quote from: rogue69 on 21 May, 2016, 09:11:36 AM
actor Alan Young, who voiced "Mister Ed" & Scrooge McDuck he also co-starred in the classic sci-fi film "The Time Machine," has died at age 96,
He was the 'voice' of Keyop in Battle of the Planets apparently! Sorry to hear he's left us his poignant part in the 'The Time Machine' as George's friend David Filby doomed to die in WW1, then as his son James fighting in WW2 added an emotional connection through time for Rod Taylor's character.
A shocker, this.
(http://www.drummertalk.org/wp-content/uploads/nick_menza.jpg)
Nick Menza drummer with Megadeth on Rust in Peace, Countdown and Youthanasia. Rust in Peace particularly was one of the albums of my teens (in the 00s - it was an odd time :S )
He died drumming on stage at the legendary Baked Potato jazz club in Los Angeles.
Just heard Stephen Prestwood has died.
I've known Stephen for years. He was a regular contributor to my PARAGON comic from a very early issue and an everpresent since issue 4, taking over on Battle Ganesh from me as artist and going on to illustrate the complete Icarus Dangerous saga and then switching to return to his stint as Bulldog artist - a character he had drawn decades earlier in Bulldog's own comic, BAM!
He also contributed regularly to other small press comics including Zarjaz and VIOLENT so I'm sure you'll know his work.
I feel quite tearful at this shocking turn of events
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 21 May, 2016, 09:23:59 AM
Quote from: rogue69 on 21 May, 2016, 09:11:36 AM
actor Alan Young, who voiced "Mister Ed" & Scrooge McDuck he also co-starred in the classic sci-fi film "The Time Machine," has died at age 96,
He was the 'voice' of Keyop in Battle of the Planets apparently! Sorry to hear he's left us his poignant part in the 'The Time Machine' as George's friend David Filby doomed to die in WW1, then as his son James fighting in WW2 added an emotional connection through time for Rod Taylor's character.
Ah, no. :-(
The Time Machine is one of my absolute favourites - he also had a cameo in the remake , so sad to hear of Alan's passing. But 96 is a very good innings.
Fun fact - his real name was Angus Young...
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 22 May, 2016, 06:22:20 PM
Just heard Stephen Prestwood has died.
I've known Stephen for years. He was a regular contributor to my PARAGON comic from a very early issue and an everpresent since issue 4, taking over on Battle Ganesh from me as artist and going on to illustrate the complete Icarus Dangerous saga and then switching to return to his stint as Bulldog artist - a character he had drawn decades earlier in Bulldog's own comic, BAM!
He also contributed regularly to other small press comics including Zarjaz and VIOLENT so I'm sure you'll know his work.
I feel quite tearful at this shocking turn of events
Life can be so fucking shite sometimes.
R.I.P Mr Prestwood.
filippo
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 22 May, 2016, 06:22:20 PM
Just heard Stephen Prestwood has died.
Awful news, Davey. I had seen that Stephen was very ill, but had hoped he could somehow make a recovery, however unrealistic that hope might have been. He was very talented and a lovely bloke - his art was a genuine inspiration to me, and I am glad we got to work on a story together for PARAGON. It probably seems weird, but I always think of him in connection with the movie Battle Beyond the Stars, after we had both enthused about it on his small-press comics forum. A dreadful loss. R.I.P. Stephen.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 22 May, 2016, 06:22:20 PM
Just heard Stephen Prestwood has died.
Oh Davey...
This is unbearable news. A new thread for him as well I think.
Goddammit. I've been following reports of Stephen's rapidly deteriorating health on Facebook with growing dismay. I'm so sorry for his friends and family. What an utterly terrible week, in an utterly terrible year. I was sort of hoping the awful news about Logan might give us Stephen back... if only for balance.
Fucking 2016. Seriously.
Jim
What absolutely horrid news, I adored Stephens input to the small press scene and Zarjaz, what a tragic loss and my thoughts to his family and friends.
I must echo Jims sentiments. 2016, fuck off.
Ah feck that. Tragedy upon tragedy. Such a distinctive style across so many small press titles. Sincere sympathies to his family and friends, and to all those here who worked with him creatively.
My heartfelt condolences to all Stephen's family and friends. Sad, sad news.
Very sad news. RIP.
Sad news.z
Such sad news. RIP.
My condolences to all. RIP.
Terrible news again. R.I.P. Stephen.
Burt Kwouk, Cato from the Pink Panther films among many other roles. Friends of mine worked with him on 'Last of the Summer Wine', and had so many tales and anecdotes of just how funny a man he was, loved a good filthy joke, always ready for some pranks on the crew, and a pleasure to be around in general. :(
Quote from: Ghost MacRoth on 24 May, 2016, 03:06:16 PM
Burt Kwouk, Cato from the Pink Panther films among many other roles. Friends of mine worked with him on 'Last of the Summer Wine', and had so many tales and anecdotes of just how funny a man he was, loved a good filthy joke, always ready for some pranks on the crew, and a pleasure to be around in general. :(
Grew up on the Pink Panther movies. Could have watcched them all day long, and to this day, if i need a bit of cheering up, the Peter Sellers Lift outtake still makes me cry with laughter.
Sad news.
Gutted to hear about Bertie O' Kwouk (a he's always been known at HdE Towers since his riverdancing on the Harry Hill television Programme) but at least 85 is a good innings.
Also, belatedly, it's gut wrenching to hear the news about Stu Perkins and Stephen Prestwood. The latter hits especially hard, as I have pages of Steven's that I lettered which I show to people fairly regularly. An unbelievable loss. I struggle to put into words how his passing makes me feel.
To be honest I wasn't familiar with Mr Prestwood, not being a regular reader of the small press comics. Sorry to hear of his passing though, and condolences to everyone who knew him.
Quote from: DaveGYNWA on 17 May, 2016, 05:06:16 PM
Was due to go see them again in a few weeks, as they were due to support Blaze Bayley in Winchester (he loves them, they've supported him twice before) and chose not to go to this one as a result of that. Wish I'd gone now.
Well, a few of us went along to the gig tonight. A few = me, the rest of Chris's band, plus a few of the rest of us. Amazing - Blaze, in his encore, took the time to express his reaction to the news and dedicated a song to Chris. The look on the guys faces as they realised what was being done was amazing, and we just stood in the middle of the crowd in front of Blaze while he sang. Amazing. Humbling.
Clara Lane aged 87. the creator & screenwriter of shows such as The Liver Birds, Bread and Butterflies,
Muhammad Ali Probably the most famous sportsman that ever lived. He was 74.
So much more than just a sports man. He was one of the greatest personalities the world has known. Its a wonderful turn of events that Ali was at the night of his powers as TV was breaking into homes around the western world. He changed the way we view sports and its competitors.
"I done wrestled with an alligator, I done tussled with a whale,
handcuffed lightning, thrown thunder in jail;
only last week I murdered a rock, injured a stone, hospitalized a brick.
I'm so mean I make medicine sick!"
RIP
2016 claims another great. RIP Ali.
This year keeps the calamities coming. I doubt even Elvis was better known on the planet. Muhammad Ali transcended all barriers becoming a global icon. The greatest indeed.
I know he'd been sick for some time, but Ali's death is still a shock. RIP.
Ali was one mean, hard punchin' hombre. RIP champ. Z
Pretty sad, was never a fan of boxing and thus only knew the man by name and reputation, but his influence on the world of sport is their for the world to see.
I could try and eulogise the man, but he already said it best himself!
RIP.
And oh lord the year of suckage cotinues!
Luis Salom, MotoGP rider died whilst on a test lap in Catalunya. Awful way to go and one of the most talented riders of the last few seasons. :'(
RIP
Ali was my boyhood hero. He was a man of great wit, intelligence and heart.
A truly inspirational man, I absolutely loved him when I was wee and boxing was a big thing, but only came to appreciate his wider achievements later. Wearing my Zaire 74 t-shirt today in his memory.
Kimbo Slice, MMA fighter, just 42.
Sir Peter Shaffer (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-36462783) - playwright best known for Amadeus and Equus.
Theresa Saldana 'Lenore La Motta' in Raging Bull aged 61
The 50 innocent LGBT+ citizens murdered at Pulse in Orlando this morning. Hate crime is still real and scary, be safe my friends, and RIP the victems.
Another terrible outrage against the innocent. RIP.
Very sad. RIP.
ALF actor Michu Meszaros has died aged 76
The first political assassination in this country for quite, quite some time. Utterly jarring.
RIP Jo Cox MP, here she is boating with her family just yesterday.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ClFmhE0WgAA5wp9.jpg:large)
and her husband Brendan's words are the most fitting I've heard yet:
"Jo believed in a better world and she fought for it every day of her life with an energy, and a zest for life that would exhaust most people.
She would have wanted two things above all else to happen now, one that our precious children are bathed in love and two, that we all unite to fight against the hatred that killed her. Hate doesn't have a creed, race or religion, it is poisonous.
Jo would have no regrets about her life, she lived every day of it to the full."
Where do we go from here?
Absolute shocker. "Britain First" my arse. It's the lead story on the Cretan news, so it's resounding throughout Europe
You all know my opinion of politicians but this is despicable. A sad and dangerous day I never wanted to see. Awful.
Sickening news. RIP
The words of tribute from her husband stand as a wonderful testament to her but also a mark of what a fantastic individual he must be. To provide such clarity and powerful sentiment at a time as hard as this is incredible.
From the little I've learnt today both seem incredible people, which makes this all the more terrible.
A horrible act of terrorism by a far right radical group. A tragic loss of one of the more humane of the political scene. RIP
Careful.
Say it as it is.
This is pretty local for me. The sense of shock is tangible.
Daniel August Krentz - Designer of many classic Lego sets from the 70s/80s/90s :(
https://www.reddit.com/r/lego/comments/4oil09/rip_daniel_august_krentz_375_yellow_castle/
Anton Yelchin of Star Trek and Odd Thomas dies aged 27 after being run over by his own car in tragic accident.
Well there's a shock. Only 27 too. Pinned by his own car which was in neutral? Very sorry to hear he is no more.
That IS a real shock :o So young too, utterly horrible.
Damn that's sad, he seemed even younger than that tragically young age. Mr Chekov II and Kyle Reese II, but he'll always be Albino Pirate to me.
2016 has now officially become the year when celebrities of any standing need to look both ways and carry out a thorough and exacting risk assessment.
Utterly astonishing and gut wrenching news about Anton Yelchin. What an awful way to go.
Shocking news about Anton Yelchin. A terrible accident. Very sad.
Terribly sad news about Anton Yelchin.
A very likable actor, I was a fan since he guest-starred as Larry's "magician" nephew in Curb Your Enthusiasm.
So young. 2016 is a harsh year.
Guildford Four's Gerry Conlon died in Belfast aged 60.
He was the inspiration behind the Jim Sheridan film In the Name of the Father starring Daniel Day-Lewis & Pete Postlethwaite
Quote from: rogue69 on 22 June, 2016, 10:53:28 PM
Guildford Four's Gerry Conlon died in Belfast aged 60.
He died 2 years ago.
Alan Mitchell (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Mitchell_(comics)), who collaborated with Pat Mills on Coffin for Toxic and Third World War for Crisis, when Eve swapped the dust and heat of Central America for London and black radical politics.
The results were uneven, but I remember thinking the stuff with Lyatt and BADS was introducing me to a subculture I knew nothing about. He's seen here, looking like he's just asked Alan Moore and Charles Shaar Murray whether they want to swallow the blue pill or the red:
(http://i.imgur.com/zQpVsoI.jpg?1)
Photograph: Mitch Jenkins
Quote from: Butch on 23 June, 2016, 07:38:22 PM
Alan Mitchell (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Mitchell_(comics)), who collaborated with Pat Mills on Coffin for Toxic and Third World War for Crisis, when Eve swapped the dust and heat of Central America for London and black radical politics.
The latest wikipedia edit apparently added by the child of Alan Mitchell - edit summary as follows:
(I added my father's death and a few details about his life.)
While I have no specific reason to doubt that, this
is the internet, so are there any more detailed news reports? I'll add sources to the wiki page if so (and we should start a new thread in news as Alan was a scribe for the House of Tharg).
Derek Slade of St Georges School outside Stowmarket. If that means anything to anyone hear then ...
aw shit. Hope you are okay.
Alvin Toffler (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-36670572), author of Future Shock, influential in the 1970s culture that first brought us 2000AD.
Gordon Murray, creator of some of the finest children's television ever made.
I've been a fan of all things from Trumptonshire for as long as I can remember.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-36670186
Quote from: Albion on 30 June, 2016, 10:56:47 AM
Gordon Murray, creator of some of the finest children's television ever made.
I've been a fan of all things from Trumptonshire for as long as I can remember.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-36670186
Me too.
RIP.
Alvin Toffler, inventor of the four page comic strip with a predictable ending. He died at the hands of an axe wielding maniac who couldn't get his phone to install the latest updates. He didn't see that coming:
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/06/30/books/alvin-toffler-author-of-future-shock-dies-at-87.html
Alvin Toffler, the celebrated author of "Future Shock," the first in a trilogy of best-selling books that presciently forecast how people and institutions of the late 20th century would contend with the immense strains and soaring opportunities of accelerating change, died on Monday at his home in Los Angeles. He was 87.
His death was confirmed by his consulting firm, Toffler Associates, based in Reston, Va.
Mr. Toffler was a self-trained social science scholar and successful freelance magazine writer in the mid-1960s when he decided to spend five years studying the underlying causes of a cultural upheaval that he saw overtaking the United States and other developed countries.
The fruit of his research, "Future Shock" (1970), sold millions of copies and was translated into dozens of languages, catapulting Mr. Toffler to international fame. It is still in print.
In the book, in which he synthesized disparate facts from every corner of the globe, he concluded that the convergence of science, capital and communications was producing such swift change that it was creating an entirely new kind of society.
His predictions about the consequences to culture, the family, government and the economy were remarkably accurate. He foresaw the development of cloning, the popularity and influence of personal computers and the invention of the internet, cable television and telecommuting.
"The roaring current of change," he said, was producing visible and measurable effects in individuals that fractured marriages, overwhelmed families and caused "confusional breakdowns" manifested in rising crime, drug use and social alienation. He saw these phenomena as very human psychological responses to disorientation and proposed that they were challenging the very structures of communities, institutions and nations.
Quote from: Butch on 01 July, 2016, 07:37:18 AM
Alvin Toffler, inventor of the four page comic strip with a predictable ending. He died at the hands of an axe wielding maniac who couldn't get his phone to install the latest updates. He didn't see that coming:
Wow! I feel like the Time is Out of Joint.
Quote from: sheridan on 30 June, 2016, 08:32:41 AM
Alvin Toffler (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-36670572), author of Future Shock, influential in the 1970s culture that first brought us 2000AD.
O! Cursed spite, that e'er I was born to set it right.
We are now enemies.
Quote from: Butch on 01 July, 2016, 04:46:06 PM
We are now enemies.
Great news. I've always fancied having my own nemesis.
Gordon Murray, a true genius. God bless you sir.
true...did he do the "life on mars" intro when gene hunt kicked a nonce? or was that just a very good facsimile?
He would have been long retired by then.
shame that was my favourite bit in an excellent series
Quote from: Butch on 01 July, 2016, 07:37:18 AM
The fruit of his research, "Future Shock" (1970), sold millions of copies and was translated into dozens of languages, catapulting Mr. Toffler to international fame. It is still in print.
So good they even made a scary film of it in 1973...with Orson Welles (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVJrJk3q3MA)
Robin Hardy aged 86. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-36693545?ns_mchannel=social&ns_campaign=bbc_breaking&ns_source=twitter&ns_linkname=news_central) Director of The Wickerman (1973)
Sorry to hear that. The Wicker Man is a very special film to me. It may not be the most sophisticated and complex movie ever made but I personally find it profoundly beautiful and it shapes how I live my life (i.e. with as much nature, music, dancing, costumes, face painting and fire as is possible / healthy / legal).
I like to think they buried him under a skull and crossbones headstone with the corpse of a hare. Rest in peace.
Caroline Aherne has died aged 52. She had breast cancer some time back though it's not confirmed if that is why.
Same age as my wife (who's also had it). Days like this remind me to appreciate what I have whilst I have her.
It was throat cancer :(
Did she have breast cancer before?
Oh no, lung and retinal before.
Poor woman.
Grud, how I hate this thread :'(
Awww, that is really distressing. What a bloody year. Z >:(
Christ, how bloody awful. The thought that she'll never even be Mrs Merton's age actually makes me well up. RIP Caroline, you were brilliant.
Bloody help. I worked with her once or twice in Manchistoh! No age.
Directors Robin Hardy and Michael Cimino. :(
Ed
Michael Cimino. :-(
Quote from: esoteric ed on 02 July, 2016, 10:54:00 PM
Directors Robin Hardy and Michael Cimino. :(
Ed
Aye, RIP both
Not a great week to be an ageing film director, as Iranian crowd pleaser Abbas Kiarostami (https://www.theguardian.com/film/2016/jul/04/abbas-kiarostami-palme-dor-winning-iranian-film-maker-dies) has also died.
Having recently got quietly obsessed with Heaven's Gate I'm sorry to hear of the passing of Michael Cimino.
Noel Neill, famous for her role as Lois Lane on the Adventures of Superman TV series, has died at the age of 95.
Before the TV series she was Lois KANE in the Movie Theatre seriel. I don't think I have ever seen that...
She was Lois Lane's mum in Superman (1978)
Quote from: esoteric ed on 02 July, 2016, 10:54:00 PM
Directors Robin Hardy and Michael Cimino. :(
Ed
Bugger! The Wicker Man and Heavens Gate, classics each.
Whata terrible year fir the arts this is turning out to be!
The Wicker Man - one of the finest horror films ever.
Nine Culliford, the woman credited to making the Smurfs blue (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/06/nine-culliford-the-woman-who-made-the-smurfs-blue-dies-at-86/)!!! :'(
Producer and director James Gilbert, who brought together the talents of Ronnie Barker and Ronnie Corbett for The Two Ronnies, has died aged 93.
He was also responsible for classic shows like The Frost Report, Whatever Happened To The likely Lads and The Last Of The Summer Wine.
Oh man, what a shit year 2016 is for the arts. Corrado Farina, director of seriously obscure gialli "Hanno cambiato faccia" and the essential adaptation of the comics of Guido Crepax, "Baba Yaga".
RIP
My thoughts for people in Nice. Wonderful city. :(
This fucking year.
As above: sympathies to the citizens of Nice. Vive la Republic; vive la France! Z
Just appalling, a Stephen King novel come to life. Nice is a great holiday town, la quatorze Juillet a great family festival, can't even grasp how horrific this is.
Jesus! On bastille day no less! Horrid, this rotting world.
I've spent a fair bit of time in Nice and it's always been one of my favourite places and I'm beyond horrified. Fucking cowards. >:( :'(
Horrible. Fuck ISIS and their followers.
And please, people, do me a favour: I know the Baghdad bombings killed more people. I know it was worse. I can't help being more psychologically affected by this catastrophe: It's closer to home; and I know far more French people than Iraqis.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 15 July, 2016, 01:50:52 PM
Horrible. Fuck ISIS and their followers.
There is currently no link between radical Islam and the perpetrator.
The harrowing incident appears at this point still to be completely random. Neighbours and officials have said he has "no known links" but what bothers me is that everyone has made a huge assumption that he's radicalised simply because he's called Mohamed. I was on a building site today and the builder's were all like "they're at it again". There's something deeply troubling about this whole episode, not just the grim facts of it all, but the assumptions too. Leapt to not just by yourself Jayzus but by officials and individuals worldwide. Where are we going...
Terrible, shocking news.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 15 July, 2016, 08:33:56 PM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 15 July, 2016, 01:50:52 PM
Horrible. Fuck ISIS and their followers.
There's something deeply troubling about this whole episode, not just the grim facts of it all, but the assumptions too. Leapt to not just by yourself Jayzus but by officials and individuals worldwide. Where are we going...
Apologies. I'd read an article online saying that he was probably following an ISIS recommendation (if not quite an order); and a connection to ISIS just seemed the logical conclusion after Paris last year.
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/nice-attack-isis-told-supporters-to-run-frenchmen-over-with-their-cars-before-truck-massacre-a7138261.html (http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/nice-attack-isis-told-supporters-to-run-frenchmen-over-with-their-cars-before-truck-massacre-a7138261.html)
Point taken, though - should have looked into it a bit more before jumping to conclusions.
RIP the dead in Turkey....a misguided tragedy. Z
aye, crap situation my bro in law's supposed to be there next week..
Alan Vega (http://thequietus.com/articles/20590-alan-vega-obit-obituary-suicide) from out of Suicide.
Dream Baby Dream (https://youtu.be/1FFIFsK1duw).
Stuntman, Actor, Dancer and Rodeo Star Chief David Bald Eagle (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-36903794).
His life story would make an interesting film.
Legendary Mad Magazine artist Jack Davies (http://www.americanartarchives.com/davis,jack.htm) aged 91 - he did a lot of their movie parodies and was an absolutely brilliant caricaturist. It's quite a long while since I regularly read Mad, but I'd always recognize his work
What a instantly recognizable art style Jack Davis had. Very sorry to hear he's passed away.
Jack Davis was one of those instantly recognizable artists I sadly never owned any material off, beyond a variant copy for The Goon #50, a wonderfully fitting double act!
Jerry Doyle of Babylon 5 has passed away aged 60
oh no. I loved B5. 60? Not really a great age nowadays. Damn. :'(
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 28 July, 2016, 05:39:18 PM
Jerry Doyle of Babylon 5 has passed away aged 60
Sad news indeed! :'(
Am I right in thinking he was battling alcoholism?
60's way too young, man!
I never knew he was a libertarian. Only knew him from B5 and was waiting for him to co-star as Bruce Willis's brother in some Hollywood blockbuster. Damned shame.
After Londo and G'Kar, Garibaldi was the best character on Babylon 5 by some margin. Sorry to hear the news about Jerry Doyle, B5 cast members have had a pretty awful time of it. Andreas Katsulas, Richard Biggs, Michael O'Hare, Jeff Conaway, Tim Choate, now Doyle, all gone too young.
Garibaldi was always my favorite, as his flaws I could relate to so well. A great character, a damn fine actor, and I don't doubt, a decent geezer. :(
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 28 July, 2016, 05:39:18 PM
Jerry Doyle of Babylon 5 has passed away aged 60
Well that just takes the biscuit.
Sorry (not sorry)
Gaspar Saladino, probably most immediately identifiable to members of this parish as the letterer of Morrison & McKean's Arkham Asylum, but a prolific talent stretching back over any decades and long-venerated in his field as the letterer's letterer. By all accounts, a modest and charming man into the bargain.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 04 August, 2016, 08:39:10 PM
Gaspar Saladino, probably most immediately identifiable to members of this parish as the letterer of Morrison & McKean's Arkham Asylum, but a prolific talent stretching back over any decades and long-venerated in his field as the letterer's letterer. By all accounts, a modest and charming man into the bargain.
I'm ashamed to say I didn't know his name before, but his work on Arkham Asylum is the best comic lettering I've ever seen. You can just hear the Joker's manic screech and Maxie Zeus's electric buzz before you even read what they say. Amazing stuf. RIP
Kenny Baker aka R2-D2 aged 83.
That's very sad. He was also in the wonderful Time Bandits and any number of cool films from the 80s (and after).
I find the passing of Kenny Baker just incredibly sad. He lived a long full life by all accounts. This fucking year.
Big shits.
Just massive.
Rest in peace Kenny.
(sad beep)
a fantastic innings but sad none the less. RIP Kenny.
(http://www.filmbuffonline.com/FBOLNewsreel/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2003/10/TimeBanditsFidget.jpg)
:'( Poor sweet Fidget
always remember him buying a bunny from my dads pet shop and didn't believe it was him at first! a friend was very blasé about it though as her son went to school with his.
r2.i.p ken
Met Kenny and his wife just the once at a tiny con in 1999, chatted briefly about Time Bandits and his friendship with Bryan Talbot, and he signed my copy of Heart of Empire (and an R2 figure, naturally). He was cheery and engaged, despite dealing with feck knows how many worshipful spodes in a row: a pure gentleman. It remains my fondest 'celebrity' encounter. RIP, Sir Kenny.
RIP Kenny Baker
Aw, no. RIP Kenny
Truly sad news about Kenny Baker. RIP. :'(
Sad news indeed about Kenny Baker. RIP
Another childhood idol passes away. RIP.
Dalian Atkinson, ex Aston Villa player. Tasered to death by police.
Quote from: Professor Bear on 15 August, 2016, 11:50:57 AM
Dalian Atkinson, ex Aston Villa player. Tasered to death by police.
Blimey, from one taser round? Thats shocking, reports say it was for his own safety as well, wonder what the story is here.
Reports say he was in a drunken rage so police tried to subdue him. Doubt they new he would have a dicky heart.
V
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a5/GilliSmyth.jpg)
Gilli Smyth of Gong - a year or so after Daevid. We saw them play together in 2013 and even the two of them having a spot of food in the pub beforehand. Despite their relatively advanced ages I would've never have dreamt only a few years later they'd both be gone :'(
Antony Jay (http://www.independent.co.uk/news/obituaries/antony-jay-dead-yes-minister-prime-minister-a7206016.html), co-creator/writer of Yes, Minister.
That's sad. I loved Yes Minister, you just don't get intelligently written programs like that any more. Even The Thick of It was a pale imitation.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 23 August, 2016, 06:39:59 PM
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a5/GilliSmyth.jpg)
Gilli Smyth of Gong - a year or so after Daevid. We saw them play together in 2013 and even the two of them having a spot of food in the pub beforehand. Despite their relatively advanced ages I would've never have dreamt only a few years later they'd both be gone :'(
Aww. I used to draw flying teapots and pot-head pixies on my schoolbooks, and Opium for the People was something of an anthem for me and my uni housemates, although I could never keep track of who was in which incarnation of Gong at any one time.
Actor Michael Leader: famous for being the stormtrooper who hit his head on the door in the original Star Wars film & as the milkman in EastEnders
Gene Wilder - Willy Wonka, Young Frankenstein age 83 :(
filippo
I got a message online from my Daughter to tell me. She loved the Willy Wonka film as a kid.
Oh crud I adored Gene Wilder in Blazing Saddles and as WW. Another sad loss.
Gene Wilder was one of the truly great comic actors. Absolute massive fan of his work sorry to hear of his passing.
Star of no less than four of my favourite movies, sad news indeed.
Sorry to hear this. Goodbye, Mr Wonka - the true one. I like Johnny Depp, but he couldn't effortlessly combine cheery and sinister half as well as Gene Wilder could.
Ah, tis sad news indeed. As others have also said on here, Gene starred in many favourite films of mine as well.
RIP, Mr Wilder. And thanks for all the laughs.
And a rather belated RIP to Lucy - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-37194764
:(
2016 strikes again. RIP Gene.
Very sad about Gene Wilder. I remember they showed us Willy Wonka at school one end of term. RIP.
Loved Gene Wilder. There always seemed to be a warmth in his performances, even when he was playing the most neurotic of characters.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0ZLPJuy9oyQ
Prince Buster :(
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bX8USu78E7E
Sorry to see Gene Wilder go. Liked all those films and had to re-watch some of the best scenes from Blazing Saddles again. There some good potential material for 2000AD there. Mel Brooks should be a writer here.
Actor and transgender activist Alexis Arquette.
Arquette appeared in around 50 movies, and it surprises me how many I've seen (and I'm not a frequent movie-goer), from the light and popular Wedding Singer to the hip Pulp Fiction and the downright bleak Last Exit to Brooklyn. Special mention, the less-known NZ gothic thriller Jack Be Nimble which seems to have been a rare leading role.
Greta Zimmer Friedman, at the age of 15, among that last Jews to be allowed to leave Nazi-controlled Austria.
At the age of 21 a sailor grabbed her and kissed her against her will. Here's a photo of the act, you may have seen it before:
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/9/95/Legendary_kiss_V%E2%80%93J_day_in_Times_Square_Alfred_Eisenstaedt.jpg/220px-Legendary_kiss_V%E2%80%93J_day_in_Times_Square_Alfred_Eisenstaedt.jpg)
Ah yeah, I remember reading an interview with her before, where she confirmed that this was pretty much a photo of her being sexually molested in public. But all was cool, because, y'know, the 1940s.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 13 September, 2016, 08:41:20 AM
Ah yeah, I remember reading an interview with her before, where she confirmed that this was pretty much a photo of her being sexually molested in public. But all was cool, because, y'know, the 1940s.
Yeah, pretty disgusting how media and history has constantly shat on the wishes of this woman in the name of giving the occasion an iconic image. Urgh.
tango, the last esso tiger and I believe the oldest in Britain, shame as so many are endangered in the wild,used to love those ads as a kid and had a tiger in your tank poster!
Quote from: Grugz on 13 September, 2016, 03:50:58 PM
tango, the last esso tiger and I believe the oldest in Britain
My wife bought me a 'falconry experience' at the Woodside Wildlife Park a couple of years ago, which included a tour of the zoo. Tango was newly arrived and was being kept largely separate from the other tigers in his own enclosure, which meant we were able to get relatively close to him — three or four feet (albeit with a fence between us) and he was a
magnificent animal.
Quote from: Grugz on 13 September, 2016, 03:50:58 PM
tango, the last esso tiger and I believe the oldest in Britain, shame as so many are endangered in the wild,used to love those ads as a kid and had a tiger in your tank poster!
(http://www.mike2.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/TigerTank.jpg)
heh, not quite, I think he was running in the snow...
Bill, one of my best mates, died in hospital this morning. I just found out.
He'd been ill for years after losing a leg to diabetes but never moped about it. Of all the people I have known in my life, I've never had as much fun and laughter with any of them as I have with Bill. We got barred from a carpet shop, silver-painted our boss's luggage and almost got arrested for celery rustling, amongst other adventures. He was a big man with a big heart, a true gent and 100% genuine.
So long, you old bugger, I'm going to miss you like crazy.
Sorry for your loss Shark Bill sounds like he was a right hoot :(
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 18 September, 2016, 01:09:57 PM
Bill, one of my best mates, died in hospital this morning. I just found out.
He'd been ill for years after losing a leg to diabetes but never moped about it. Of all the people I have known in my life, I've never had as much fun and laughter with any of them as I have with Bill. We got barred from a carpet shop, silver-painted our boss's luggage and almost got arrested for celery rustling, amongst other adventures. He was a big man with a big heart, a true gent and 100% genuine.
So long, you old bugger, I'm going to miss you like crazy.
Sorry to hear that fella.
Thoughts and prayers with you and Bill's family.
condolences sharky and bill's family
Sorry to hear that, Sharky.
Thanks, chaps - I really appreciate your kind comments.
Sorry for your loss Shark.
filippo
Sorry to hear about your mate Sharky.
Sorry to hear this Sharky.
Really sorry for your loss, Mark.
Sorry to hear about your loss Legnedary Shark. Happy memories.
Very sorry to hear this, Sharky. It's not easy, losing a mate.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 18 September, 2016, 01:09:57 PM
Bill, one of my best mates, died in hospital this morning. I just found out.
He'd been ill for years after losing a leg to diabetes but never moped about it. Of all the people I have known in my life, I've never had as much fun and laughter with any of them as I have with Bill. We got barred from a carpet shop, silver-painted our boss's luggage and almost got arrested for celery rustling, amongst other adventures. He was a big man with a big heart, a true gent and 100% genuine.
So long, you old bugger, I'm going to miss you like crazy.
Sorry to hear about your loss.
....celery rustling?
Aw man, sorry to hear that sharky.
Sorry to hear that Sharky.
Sorry for your loss, Shark.
Good mates are diamond.
Dunk!
Sorry about your mate, Sharky.
Sorry to read this, Sharky. Take care of yourself.
Dave
Shit news Sharky. It doesn't help right now but at least you have good memories.
Awful news and unexpected. Very sorry to hear about the passing of your good friend.
Thank you all for your kind words, a great comfort.
I can't think of Bill without smiling, so I'll share the celery rustling anecdote with you, if you'll indulge me.
I was about 19 and Bill would be about 23 at the time.
I was driving my new second-hand car across Tarleton Moss in the silly early morning hours when the back wheel fell off, much to my consternation. My spare was flat and I couldn't find the errant wheel and so I walked a couple of miles to a 'phone box and rang Bill, who turned out to help me. I had a fairly powerful torch but Bill had one that could bring helicopters down and so we set about looking for the wheel, retracing my route and gaguing where it should be from the divot in the tarmac. It took us ages to find it, it had rolled into a celery field, leaving a spiral crop circle in its wake, which we followed until we found the wheel. We then followed the spiral back out again, for no other reason than it seemed the thing to do.
We returned to my stricken car and wondered how to reattach it as all the wheel bolts had disappeared as well, pinging off into the darkened grass and ditches. We elected to steal one bolt from each of the remaining three wheels and, as we were about our task, a blue flashing light appeared in an angry display and two coppers leaped out.
One of them cried "Bloody gotcha!"
We both looked blankly at the coppers as they looked in our cars. Finding nothing, they demanded, "Okay, where is it?"
"Where's what?"
"The celery you've been pinching."
"We haven't been pinching celery," I said, "my back wheel fell off and we've been looking for it in the celery field."
The coppers humphed, obviously the victims of a duff report from a farmer, and one of them said, "well, I suppose it's a good job it wasn't a front one."
Bill humphed back. "If it had been a front one," he said, "this daft bugger would be getting a ride home in an ambulance and I'd still be all snug and warm and asleep in my bed instead of fucking about out here in the freezing bloody cold at three o' clock in the morning."
The repair job then paused as neither of us could do anything for laughing and, at some point during the hilarity, the coppers got back in their car and huffed off.
There was a Kenny Rogers song in the charts at the time, "Lucielle," and, of course, Bill couldn't resist. The next time I came into work he led the rest of the lads in a rousing rendition of, "You picked a fine time to leave me loose wheel; three on me Lada and one in a field..."
Ah, Bill - I'm going to miss the Hell out of you but I'll never stop laughing at the fun we had and I'll always feel privileged to have known you. Keep a cloud warm for me, okay?
Good story. Sorry to hear of your loss... good friends are hard to come by, and their untimely departures hit hard.
keep the good thoughts at the top o the pile sharkie, its the only way...
Thanks for sharing the story!
My condolences Sharky - he sounds like a real character.
That's a great anecdote, Sharky. Condolences on your loss.
Sorry for your loss, Sharky.
Losing good friends is hard Sharky. Condolences.
Thanks, everyone - I love you all.
Curtis Hanson (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-37426657)
Quote from: Quo TARDIS on 21 September, 2016, 08:06:06 PM
Curtis Hanson (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-37426657)
I loved
Mmm-Bop.
Bill Nunn, actor - most famous for playing Radio Raheem in Spike Lee's glorious Do the right thing.
RIP, Mr Nunn.
(http://i.imgur.com/OeF8mVj.jpg)
My precious little pup, Jana.
24/12/02 - 26/09/16
She came in to my life and made a basket of my heart.
My Master is the Shepherd
My master is the shepherd
I follow at his heels
Looking for the lost ones
We stroll among the hills
My master is the shepherd
I gather in his flock
Hearing his commandments
Together we will walk
My master is the shepherd
I wait upon his upon his word
Telling me the secrets
Of legends never heard
My master is the shepherd
I love him through and through
His kind and gentle ways
Forever will be true
My master is the shepherd
Through seasons we will go
From lambing springs and summers
To winter's howling blow
My master is the shepherd
When I am done and old
I'll come to him a running
Upon the hills of gold
Aww, man... fourteen years is a long time to make a place in your heart. That's so sad, Colin.
(I hate this thread.)
So sorry to hear this, Colin. My heartfelt condolences.
So sorry to hear about your loss Colin, they are so much more than pets.
filippo
It's just dust in my eye.
So sorry to hear that Colin, a good dog can become so much a part of.you that it's shattering to lose them.
Aw, man. Sorry, Colin.
Colin its not nice to make a grown man cry at his office desk.
Sincere condolences- a dog is so much more than just a pet.
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 27 September, 2016, 12:39:39 PM
Colin its not nice to make a grown man cry at his office desk.
Glad I read the poem while I was at home, and not during my lunch break :-(
Heartbreaking stuff, Colin. Sorry for your loss.
Sorry for you loss Colin.
Sorry to hear that Colin, always so sad to lose a much loved dog.
Aye, Colin, losing a trusted friend like that is hard.
Recently lost one of my cats - Cadbury Hargett 24/05/01 to 31/08/16 - he was born under my wardrobe. His Mum, Jenny, went a couple of years ago. He was survived by his sister, Patch, from the same litter (Jenny only had one litter before everyone was neutered).
That's sad news. The lose of a loved pet should never be under-estimated, they give so much.
Sorry for your loss Colin.
So sorry to read this Colin. Hope you're ok.
Rod Temperton. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-37565125)
Growing up, I still recall someone at school saying 'The bloke that wrote Michael Jackson's Thriller was from 'round here'.
Which was met with our reply of 'Really?!?', or most possibly something much stronger...
The unassuming local lad who did good, and just got on with penning the hits.
RIP, Mr Temperton.
Never nice the loss of a pet....sorry to hear Colin. Z
Bill's funeral today. If there could ever be such a thing as a good funeral, that was it. We entered the chapel to his family's choice of music, In the Arms of the Angels[/] and left to Bill's choice, Bat out of Hell. At the do after, so many funny stories and so much warmth.
Bill would have loved it. xxx.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 10 October, 2016, 09:12:16 PM
Bill's funeral today. If there could ever be such a thing as a good funeral, that was it. We entered the chapel to his family's choice of music, In the Arms of the Angels[/] and left to Bill's choice, Bat out of Hell. At the do after, so many funny stories and so much warmth.
Bill would have loved it. xxx.
Glad you gave him the best possible send-off, Sharky.
Thanks, JBC.
Dario Fo, the Italian playwright. I saw an excellent version of his "Accidental Death of an Anarchist" performed in London back in 1989. An awesome talent and he'll be greatly missed. :(
http://www.irishtimes.com/culture/dario-fo-nobel-winning-playwright-dies-aged-90-1.2828156
Quote from: paddykafka on 13 October, 2016, 10:46:21 AM
Dario Fo, the Italian playwright. I saw an excellent version of his "Accidental Death of an Anarchist" performed in London back in 1989. An awesome talent and he'll be greatly missed. :(
http://www.irishtimes.com/culture/dario-fo-nobel-winning-playwright-dies-aged-90-1.2828156
Ah crap. Studied his work at uni and performed Accidental Death - still one of my favourite plays.
I saw Can't Pay Won't Pay on a school theatre trip in about '83 - it blew me away. An amazing playwright, a true radical and a very funny writer.
Jean Alexander :(
I stopped watching corrie after Hilda left, and the closest I get to watching soaps these days is reading Judge Dredd. Hilda Ogden remains one of my favourite tv characters ever.
I had no idea she was still alive. I haven't watched it for probably 25 years myself and probably never wil again. Her era was fun though. More innocent times.
years ago I worked with an elderly woman with down's syndrome and was totally blind (she could make her eyes stand out on stalks-shudder and if she wanted to clout you she never missed) she could do the most spookily accurate impression of hilda calling for stan.
Awful news that Steve Dillon has died!
Hope it's BS!
Quote from: dweezil2 on 22 October, 2016, 03:23:42 PM
Awful news that Steve Dillon has died!
Hope it's BS!
Warren Ellis has said on Twitter that it's official. Terrible news...
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 22 October, 2016, 03:26:04 PM
Quote from: dweezil2 on 22 October, 2016, 03:23:42 PM
Awful news that Steve Dillon has died!
Hope it's BS!
Warren Ellis has said on Twitter that it's official. Terrible news...
That is the worst kind of news Jim! :'(
Oh no! :'(
Dammit, one of my fave artists :(
Awwwww no. That is so sad, Steve Dillon was a legend in the 2000AD universe. Z :'(
And if there's any lingering doubt (and really, with me, it's hope that it's just the usual online bullshit) Glyn Dillon has confirmed Steve's death in New York.
So saddened by this. Steve's work is pretty deeply imbedded in my influences (at age 11-12 Dillon was THE artist for me) and his recent work has shown that after decades he still had it in him to produce something glorious.
I've also had the pleasure of meeting him on a few occasions, including one notable night in New York drinking with him and Garth Ennis.
He was a great artist and generous person.
-PJ
Oh bugger.
Jesus this year, wtf is wrong with it? Very bad news indeed. Steve Dillon is one of the all time Comic greats and will be sorely missed not only here but across the whole graphic spectrum. Truly gutted for his friends and family and I shall raise a pint of the black stuff tonight in his memory. RIP Steve Dillon 1962- 22nd October 2016.
1962?! Does that mean he was 23 when he did this??!?
(http://2000ad.org/covers/2000ad/hires/322.jpg)
:o :o :o :o :o
I never knew that - he's far younger than I thought and that makes this all the worse.
My condolences to those that knew him personally - this is stunning, terrible news.
Gutted :/ Steve's B&W Dredd was a massive influence on me .....
damn. I loved his work on Dredd. One of the definitive Dredd artists for me.
Please excuse me while I pick my jaw up off the floor. This is staggering. Considering his age. My thoughts go to his family right now. Of all the greats of the last forty years to grace the pages of tooth this was one I was not expecting to read this news about so soon.
:'(
Shocking news! The passing of Steve Dillon is another great taken in 2016, he was definitely one of my favourite 2000AD artists. My condolences to his family and all who knew him. :'(
One of my top favourite comic artists ever. Really gutting news.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 22 October, 2016, 03:48:54 PM
1962?! Does that mean he was 23 when he did this??!?
(http://2000ad.org/covers/2000ad/hires/322.jpg)
:o :o :o :o :o
I never knew that - he's far younger than I thought and that makes this all the worse.
My condolences to those that knew him personally - this is stunning, terrible news.
83 - 62 = 21 doesn't it? IIRC his earliest work for Marvel UK was about the age of 17 or 18.
That is such bad news. Steve Dillon formed a major part of my comic reading life, from Mean Arena and Dredd, right through Preacher and beyond, and he was a major influence on me. There are just too many great comics he was involved with to mention here. What a legend of comics, and so young! So sad to hear the news. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Steve was a prodigy and eventual story-telling genius who began his professional career drawing The Incredible Hulk (http://dezskinn.com/Marvel-UK-3/) at the age of 17 -
"While I was pleased to instantly take Steve on as a freelance artist, his parents knew nothing of the freelance world and sensibly wanted him to go to college. So, to reassure them, I instantly gave Steve a contract guaranteeing him work for the next 12 months. And work he certainly did!" - Dez Skinn
(http://dezskinn.com/images/Hulk%202%20p1.jpg)
Quote from: Tjm86 on 22 October, 2016, 04:02:36 PM
83 - 62 = 21 doesn't it? IIRC his earliest work for Marvel UK was about the age of 17 or 18.
Griefbased numberfudge. He hit his stride phenomenally early and his work was so consistent and recognizable.
His recent Preacher art for London Super Comic Con was breathtaking - and I notice he was using it as his Twitter cover as well. Blimey what a horror this is.
(http://67.media.tumblr.com/f4fbc323d304f3925c3d9dd0aaa8acce/tumblr_o17qn52zl41qg8i80o1_500.jpg)
Such awful, totally unexpected, and incredibly sad news to hear of the passing of Steve Dillon.
He was a such a brilliant artist, and I adored his art from the first moment I saw it.
One of the absolute greats. No doubt about that whatsoever.
RIP, Mr Dillon.
.
As a kid, some artists grab your attention with surface flash. Some artists grow in your estimation, as you learn to appreciate the importance of storytelling and draughtsmanship.
Dillon was one of the few artists I loved from day one, and only grew to value more as my understanding of the craft of comics developed. He was the complete artist; his journey from Hulk to The Meat Lady testifies he really could draw anything, brilliantly.
He changed comics too. If not for Dillon and Brett Ewins's enterprise in founding Deadline, Hewlett, Bond, and our own resident genius, D'Israeli, may never have graced the comic page.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 22 October, 2016, 04:12:03 PM
Griefbased numberfudge. He hit his stride phenomenally early and his work was so consistent and recognizable.
s'alright. Lost count (sorry) of the number of times I've done that as well. That piece is stunning. That said, I've always thought his tooth work was the best he did. As enjoyable as Preacher, Hellblazer and Punisher were, they never seemed to achieve the same quality as his Dredd work. Alone in a Crowd is my all time favourite stand alone Dredd, not least of all for the artwork. As a story it is sublimely complex and multilayered, a fascinating critique of modern life.
Thanks Joe Soap for confirming my recollection, and for that cracking example of his work.
QuoteThe light that burns twice as bright burns half as long - and you have burned so very, very brightly, Roy.
I really can't believe this. I just saw him at NY Comic Con the week before last, doing drawings for fans.
He was one of my all time favourites and has worked on some of the best comic stories ever put to paper in my opinion.
Does anyone know what happened? Was it an accident?
At some point I'll try to scan in my Dredd sketch he did for me in about 2000. It's just a pencil head shot but I couldn't believe how quickly he drew it - literally about 20 seconds (probably quicker than it will take the computer to scan it)!
condolences to his family, truly sad...
Just seen the news of Steve Dillons passing on one of the thread specifically about it. Worth adding my sadness here.Such a talented man. My thoughts with his friends and family. Gutting news and such a shock.
Such a shame—such a fan of the strength and efficiency in his work. Whenever I drew Dredd as a kid, it was Steve Dillon I was trying to copy. His work on Preacher is legendary, and constitutes a great body of work and a huge achievement. Sad news.
Steve did this last May for Preacher TV series :'(
(http://www.ew.com/sites/default/files/i/2016/05/10/amc-preacher-cov-1_0.jpg)
Just started watching the Preacher series a few days ago. Will be poignant and a little sad to watch now.
Terrible terrible news. Steve was a comic legend and his art inspired us all on this forum and beyond.
I'm always a tad apprehensive when opening this thread. But I wasn't expecting this. Goodbye, Steve - you were awesome.
edit - Having just checked his wikipedia page to learn more about it; I have just learned that Glyn Dillon was his brother, and that Steve looked very much like one of his own drawings.
Dreadful news, anyway.
So sad. There are no words; celebrity deaths of childhood favourites are one thing but this is too close to home. :'(
I've just got back from my nerd cave. I'm lucky enough to own a piece of art, one of my very favourites, from Skreemer drawn by Brett Ewins and Steve Dillon. I got it out tonight to look at. I looked at it for some time.
It made me feel strangely happy and sad at the same time. We must learn to appreciate the talent we get to see while they are still here.
Thanks for all the things you've left me to remember you by Mr Dillon.
Can only echo once again whats been said here and elsewhere. Dillon was a legend, a true talent, and a piller of the medium. He will, however, never be forgotten as long as we read and cherish his work. Thats the joy of comics.
I am shocked and saddened by this news and wish his family the best.
From the first time I saw his Dredd in a Best of 2000ad Monthly it was the definitive version for me. On other stories, Steve could elevate even terrible scripts into something memorable.
Quote from: Professor Bear on 22 October, 2016, 08:23:25 PM
Steve could elevate even terrible scripts into something memorable.
Dillon ranks among
the very best artists to work for Tharg, but his non-Dredd work is notable for the unremarkable-to-awful nature of the material. By far his largest body of work outside Megacity One is Geller-era
Rogue Trooper (42), followed by
Harlem Heroes (28), and
Mean Arena (19).
Whatever extent I enjoyed those strips is entirely due to Dillon's confident line and assured storytelling. It's remarkable that there isn't the equivalent of a
Halo Jones or a
Bad Company in there, to rival
Preacher as his signature original creation.
* He drew 58 Dredds, with his best, Cry Of The Werewolf, accounting for the largest page count (7). Dillon's final Dredd arc, The Emerald Isle, is next (6), with Alabammy Blimps and Nightmares sharing the third place spot with 5 each. When it came to Dredd, Dillon only produced gold: http://www.2000ad.org/?zone=droid&page=thrills&Comic=2000AD&Field=Artist&choice=steved
One of the first handful of progs I was given and formed the nucleus of my collection before I filled in the gaps had the cover to Cry of the Werewolf Part One, which has already been posted on this thread. Stunned by this - news broke just as I got to the pub this afternoon, so this is the first chance I've had to visit the forum.
Quote from: FrankDillon only produced gold: http://www.2000ad.org/?zone=droid&page=thrills&Comic=2000AD&Field=Artist&choice=steved
The sublime Beyond The Wall from the 1986 Sci-Fi Special seems to be missing from that list. This was one of the first Dredd stories I read and had a huge impact. This glorious colour spread — following on from b&w pages — is something which has come to mind again and again over the last 30 years, and was the first thing I thought of when I saw the sad news today.
(http://apt.uk/dredd_3.png)
Not much I can add to what has already been said.
Amazing artist, and my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Make the most of the artists you love and treasure, and, most likely, take for granted. This has been a year that has hit me with the sledgehammer realisation they won't be around forever.
I've just been looking at Dez Skinn (http://dezskinn.com/Marvel-UK-3/)'s website and reminding myself of the first time I became aware of Steve Dillon's art in issue 2 of the UK Hulk Comic. As a kid, I was aware of the fact that at 17-years-old, Steve Dillon was not that much older than me when he drew his first episode of the Hulk. As a reader of Doctor Who Weekly, Warrior and of course 2000AD it was inspiring to see his art develop right from the outset of his brilliant career. Only this morning, before I heard the shocking news, I was reading Case Files 8, which features City of the Damned and a Steve Dillon cover.
His tragic passing has received a lot of coverage online. I do hope the sad news makes it to the obituary pages of the mainstream press.
My thoughts are with his family, friends and all those who were his colleagues over the years.
Very sad to hear about Steve Dillon , RIP.
RIP Steve Dillon. Your awesome work will live on! Thoughts and prayers with his family and friends. x
He was a mainstay of golden era 2000AD clearly benefitting everyone by his ability to knock out a strip in double quick time while still maintaining a very high standard. Even rushed Dillon was a treat in the weekly.
When he had the time such as Beyond the Wall or his Chopper with the Dolphin and the results were spectacular.
Never met the guy but his skill as an artist and storyteller was peerless.
Very sad day, my deepest condolences to his friends and family. Another dark day for the house of Tharg.
Just bloody gutted to read this this morning. Dillon's art was easy to aspire to, but reliably more complex than its his clean lines and nice black and white balancing suggested. As others have said already, completely unexpected, and 54 is no age to go. Thank God his prodigious start and Transatlantic success means his talents and influence won't be forgotten.
US Weekly reports the death of Steve Dillon. Not anything new but shows how the man made an impact in the USA and I for one can't help feel the enlarged Wiki leaks photo is a little too haunting.Damn eh?
http://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/steve-dillon-dead-comic-book-artist-preacher-creator-died-in-nyc-w446282
Quote from: Trent on 23 October, 2016, 09:30:54 AM
He was a mainstay of golden era 2000AD clearly benefitting everyone by his ability to knock out a strip in double quick time while still maintaining a very high standard. Even rushed Dillon was a treat
In some respects, it was even better. Dillon's fabled last minute redraw of
City Of The Damned, reproduced as a side-by-side comparison in
2000ad prog 610, which is probably when most of learned of his legendary turn of speed:
Introduction: http://i.imgur.com/bCV3LWo.png
page(s) three: http://i.imgur.com/2G4997y.png
page(s) four: http://i.imgur.com/C4ccdxm.png
page(s) five: http://i.imgur.com/DdWRx3j.png
page(s) six: http://i.imgur.com/UASd9ml.png
Such sad news about Steve Dillon. RIP. :'(
Quote from: Frank on 23 October, 2016, 12:00:05 PM
Introduction: http://i.imgur.com/bCV3LWo.png
page(s) three: http://i.imgur.com/2G4997y.png
page(s) four: http://i.imgur.com/C4ccdxm.png
page(s) five: http://i.imgur.com/DdWRx3j.png
page(s) six: http://i.imgur.com/UASd9ml.png
Always great to see these again, and a fairly unique opportunity to compare 2 versions of 1 story.
And yes, elements are better in the re-draw pages.
Another good reminder for Steve's impressive work rate is the Bad Company 'Simply' tale from Prog 601, according to Barney; "This story was pencilled, inked and lettered in four-and-a-half hours, in front of a watching audience, at a 'charity work-in' which took place at UK Comic Art Convention 1988".
Makes perfect sense to have Steve on your team for this.
And reading all the tributes to Steve yesterday, it's kinda mind-blowing to realise that he was only about 19 years old, when he drew 'Alone in a Crowd'.
Wow...
I would have been 13, going on 14, at that time, so we would have both been teenagers, which gave me a moment to pause...
An immense talent.
.
I think of Dillon as a 2000ad artist, but these are a fantastic reminder of how highly he was thought of in the wider world. Contrast the familiar scratchy kid drawing of his first fanzine cover* with his accomplished professional debut on Nick Fury just a year later.
He was the finished article at 17:
http://downthetubes.net/?p=34624
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/10/22/comics-people-remember-steve-dillon/
* in which, Dillon appears to invent skysurfing
And now Jimmy Perry, co-creator of (among others) Dad's Army.
93.
Oh no now that just adds more misery to an already awful weekend. Great creator and writer.
An artist who always made it look so effortless and a great great talent whose pages brought much joy.
Sympathy to all who knew him better and will be feeling his absence.
Thanks from a fan.
When Brett Ewins died I was very upset and talked about it at work. I worked with a couple of Comic fans at the time but most of my colleagues aren't...
In one discussion with one mate we naked a few other artists that really affected our early reading. Steve Dillon was mentioned.
So I wrote a list. I put names down as I thought of them. At first just spread round a sheet of paper. Most influential near the top and lesser ones lower down. In the end I had 11 names at the top. Steve Dillon was there.
I showed the list to a colleague. 11 names. Told him to imagine one of the starting 11 from his dream football team had died. He shook his head as he realised why me n my friend were so devastated at losing the talent of Brett Ewins.
Now Steve Dillon.
It was as much his Dr Who work as his 2000AD work that inspired me. Abslom Daak will ever be one of my favourites. It was a thrill spotting him in a TV episode. And of course Rob Williams & Si Spurrier brought him back in their Dr Who.
Steve Dillon was a star. I never met him. Conventional wisdom states you should never met your heroes. Not true, those of my heroes I have met have only enriched the experience. I regret never meeting Steve Dillon.
http://www.2000adonline.com/post/925
Har! So we finally know the truth about those mislaid pages. :D
.
Unbelievably, a story concerning Steve Dillon and Tom Frame involved alcohol. Well done bringing truth to light after all these years, and thanks very much for sharing.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 24 October, 2016, 06:28:43 PM
Har! So we finally know the truth about those mislaid pages. :D
Makes particular sense because I only found out recently that Tom was very fond of doing his lettering in the pub...
pete burns of dead or alive, has died from a cardiac arrest.
And now Jack Chick on Sunday!!!
Not sure I'll be mourning him too much - I've still got one or two Chick comics from when I was in the Sates in the 80s
As brought to my attention by O Lucky Stevie of this parish, fantasy and sci-fi author Sheri Tepper (http://www.locusmag.com/News/2016/10/sheri-s-tepper-1929-2016/) passed away at the weekend.
A fortunate encounter in the local library led to me loving the Mavin Manyshaped and Jinian Footseer books when I was a youth. I haven't kept up to date with her books but Grass and Beauty are well worth a look and remember being really impressed with Gibbon's Decline and Fall when I read it.
Quote from: Molch-R on 24 October, 2016, 06:23:23 PM
http://www.2000adonline.com/post/925
Wow - The Assembly House is one of my local pubs - it now has a history!
Quote from: Grugz on 24 October, 2016, 07:13:10 PM
pete burns of dead or alive, has died from a cardiac arrest.
I know next to nowt about him, but You
Spin Me Right Round is one of the best pop songs ever.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 25 October, 2016, 01:48:35 PM
Quote from: Grugz on 24 October, 2016, 07:13:10 PM
pete burns of dead or alive, has died from a cardiac arrest.
I know next to nowt about him, but You Spin Me Right Round is one of the best pop songs ever!
Quality song! Shame about the video (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PGNiXGX2nLU), though*
Cheers
*The bit with the 3 band members on a spinning podium is pure class
the saddest bit was he was a good looking fella and didn't need to look like a cod.
Simpsons writer Kevin Curran passed away aged 59
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 25 October, 2016, 01:48:35 PM
Quote from: Grugz on 24 October, 2016, 07:13:10 PM
pete burns of dead or alive, has died from a cardiac arrest.
I know next to nowt about him, but You Spin Me Right Round is one of the best pop songs ever.
Someone was talking about Pete Burns recently on the radio. I think it might have been on Kermode and Mayo and they mentioned that You Spin Me Round was the first No 1 produced by Stock Aitken and Waterman. Never knew that.
the veteran DJ Sir Jimmy Young passed away aged 95
Veteran actor and Biddy impersonator Clive Dunn dies at the grand old age of 92.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20239694
Quote from: NapalmKev on 09 November, 2016, 01:38:14 PM
Veteran actor and Biddy impersonator Clive Dunn dies at the grand old age of 92.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20239694
Four years ago ;)
Quote from: Molch-R on 09 November, 2016, 01:50:37 PM
Quote from: NapalmKev on 09 November, 2016, 01:38:14 PM
Veteran actor and Biddy impersonator Clive Dunn dies at the grand old age of 92.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20239694
Four years ago ;)
I think the traditional reply is "What,
again?Btw, does anyone know how Tony Hart's doing? I heard he'd been poorly recently, but hopefullly the old fellow is in the mend.
Quote from: Molch-R on 09 November, 2016, 01:50:37 PM
Quote from: NapalmKev on 09 November, 2016, 01:38:14 PM
Veteran actor and Biddy impersonator Clive Dunn dies at the grand old age of 92.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20239694
Four years ago ;)
I've truly outdone myself this time! I'll put it down to
Election Fever.
Cheers
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-trending-35363394
Leonard Cohen Dead at 82 (http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/leonard-cohen-dead-at-82-w449792)
My all-time favourite musician, by some margin. I used to sing Suzanne, Sisters of Mercy, Famous Blue Raincoat and That's No Way to Say Goodbye in an endless loop as a lullaby to my fractious, sleepless babies, as much to keep me going as to soothe them. There's usually a Cohen lyric running around my head at all times.
Fuck. Fuck. Fuck.
Earlier i was wondering where 2016 had gone, seeing as we are so close to Christmas.
Now i can't wait to be done with it. Good riddance.
RIP Leonard, and thanks for the music.
Yep, one more kick in the teeth from 2016. What a fucking awful year. Can we possibly make it to Christmas without another tragedy, political, cultural or otherwise?
This is honestly what frustrates me when I see folk complaining about public mourning for cultural icons. Look at Tordels up thread, Cohen has clearly had a profound effect on the his life, as Bowie and Prince did on young me. Culture doesn't live in a void, it continues to mold and influence us, give up escapism and hope, and Cohen was just one in a long line of a talented artists who dominate our world view, they mean everything to us.
RIP Mr. Cohen, you'll leave behind a legacy of fans and music for all to hear.
Profoundly sad news about Mr. Cohen. RIP.
Very sad news. RIP.
DON'T GO HOME WITH YOUR HARD-ON.
82 is not a bad innings though.
Robert Vaugn. The man from UNCLE. Aged 83.
http://deadline.com/2016/11/robert-vaughn-dead-man-from-u-n-c-l-e-1201852907/
Aw no!
He was also until now the last surviving member of the original Magnificent Seven.
Terrible news about Robert Vaughn. I loved man from UNCLE. RIP.
Another great actor gone. I always remember him as the traumatized Gunfighter in The Magnificent Seven. Time passes on and takes us all in the end but this year has been one hell of a taker.
Loved Bridge at Remagen. One of my favourite war movies.
The great Sharon Jones of Daptone fame has died at 60 - saw her at Glastonbury 2014 and she was utterly phenomenal.
(http://rockinpix.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20100807_154.jpg)
There's a video of a bit of that Glasto performance for those who are interested as well -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74pjJYGKTYU
Agreed. Sharon Jones was fucking fantastic.
Ron Thornton, pretty much a pioneer of getting CGI into broadcast via Amiga/Video Toasters and Lightwave.
Inspiral Carpets drummer Craig Gill only aged 44
Quote from: rogue69 on 22 November, 2016, 11:33:25 PM
Inspiral Carpets drummer Craig Gill only aged 44
No! Dreadful. Sorry to hear of his passing beyond the vale and aged only 44 too.
Quote from: rogue69 on 22 November, 2016, 11:33:25 PM
Inspiral Carpets drummer Craig Gill only aged 44
This is quite sad and little bit bewildering. The Inspiral Carpets at the Network in Edinburgh was one of the first gigs I ever went just with my mates when we were 16. This would've been just before their first album, so that means he must've been about 14 when they started!
News reports are breaking that Fidel Castro has died aged 90.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 26 November, 2016, 05:32:22 AM
News reports are breaking that Fidel Castro has died aged 90.
A truly massive figure from the 20th Century. I visited Cuba in 2006 and its hard to underestimate this impact on the country and the diveristy and complexity of the Cuban peoples view of him.
Wow. You have to hand it to him, he achieved a fair bit over his lifetime
Goodbye, Castro.
Hello, McDonalds.
:(
A murderous, homophobic, corrupt, tin-pot dictator who subjugated millions of people has died (thirty years too late in my opinion) and the left is acting like a holy saint has passed away. Fucking hell the man was one of the last hold outs of an outdated, evil ideology responsible for more death and suffering than fascism.
I hope he rots in hell
Ron Glass - Book of Firefly
(http://www.blastr.com/sites/blastr/files/images/assets_c/2009/09/FireflyRonGlass-thumb-330x275-24898.jpg)
...pff. I know some pretty far "left" folk and even they have been quick to acknowledge all the executions, heavy control and grinding poverty it took to make that particular system work. Among all the devastated grievers on and off that island today you'll find a fair few people celebrating too. Neither views are invalid I don't think. It's fascinating how divisive a figure he is given ambivalence or glowing praise the more US/UK-friendly brutal leaders like Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud get when they kick the bucket.
I'm not constructing a straw-figure of my own I just think local and global context is important when talking about any national figurehead. Our own Churchill approved gulags in Kenya and the use of chemical weapons in the middle east but people in the UK largely choose to ignore those facts in order to focus on his status as a rousing wartime leader. It's entirely relative. It's not the preserve of the contemporary 'left' nor 'right'. To decide what people will remember about Castro - as he himself said "history will absolve me" and I suppose now in the following decades we may get to see if he's right.
I loved to bash ol' Castro when he was alive and I don't imagine I'll stop just because he's being bummed by devils now, but only a complete fucking idiot would try to play the card about him being objectively worse than other world leaders while the puke is still warm from Uncle Sam crowning a tangerine child-rapist as their new king.
By all means criticise the man and what he did, but don't try doing it from the moral high ground.
Quote from: Goaty on 26 November, 2016, 09:43:40 PM
Ron Glass - Book of Firefly
(http://www.blastr.com/sites/blastr/files/images/assets_c/2009/09/FireflyRonGlass-thumb-330x275-24898.jpg)
1980's Twilight Zone - Ron played a great sloganised Satan in the story
I, of Newton (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoQ6ZC8EUQ0)
(http://67.media.tumblr.com/009e53235a5666cb6c4c771d4b4ceb61/tumblr_ncuktiCaeO1u0x3sro1_400.jpg)
Florence Henderson (http://edition.cnn.com/2016/11/25/entertainment/florence-henderson-obit/), AKA Carol Brady, 82.
Quote from: Goaty on 26 November, 2016, 09:43:40 PM
Ron Glass - Book of Firefly
(http://www.blastr.com/sites/blastr/files/images/assets_c/2009/09/FireflyRonGlass-thumb-330x275-24898.jpg)
No, No! Surely not him as well! Fuck u 2016.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 26 November, 2016, 10:48:56 PM
Quote from: Goaty on 26 November, 2016, 09:43:40 PM
Ron Glass - Book of Firefly
(http://www.blastr.com/sites/blastr/files/images/assets_c/2009/09/FireflyRonGlass-thumb-330x275-24898.jpg)
1980's Twilight Zone - Ron played a great sloganised Satan in the story I, of Newton (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoQ6ZC8EUQ0)
(http://67.media.tumblr.com/009e53235a5666cb6c4c771d4b4ceb61/tumblr_ncuktiCaeO1u0x3sro1_400.jpg)
I, of Newton was my favourite story from that series. RIP.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 27 November, 2016, 10:38:22 AM
Quote from: Goaty on 26 November, 2016, 09:43:40 PM
Ron Glass - Book of Firefly
(http://www.blastr.com/sites/blastr/files/images/assets_c/2009/09/FireflyRonGlass-thumb-330x275-24898.jpg)
No, No! Surely not him as well! Fuck u 2016.
Seriously. I'd had enough of this nonsense back in January. Every morning over breakfast it's 'so who died today, Dad?'.
http://www.startrek.com/article/remembering-ds9-guest-star-fritz-weaver-1926-2016
Fritz Weaver he of many appearances in multiple series across the decades. :(
Joe Dever, author of the Lone Wolf gamebooks. Only 60.
Dammit,
Robin
http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/article/38162497/inventor-of-the-big-mac-dies-aged-98
98, eh? Invented them, but never tried one, then ;)
Quote from: Robin Low on 30 November, 2016, 08:40:56 PM
Joe Dever, author of the Lone Wolf gamebooks. Only 60.
Dammit,
Robin
:(
Quote from: Robin Low on 30 November, 2016, 08:40:56 PM
Joe Dever, author of the Lone Wolf gamebooks. Only 60.
That's a shame, no and at all, and those books gave me many days of fun. Must dredge them out of the attic for the kids.
He and Gary Chalk should have been able to parlay Magnamund into an empire of RPG books and computer games, it was by far the strongest of the 'choose your own' settings. Instead it seemed to end up as bungled Mongoose projects and lacklustre kickstarters.
Joe Dever (http://www.guardian-series.co.uk/news/14937849.Legendary_fantasy_author_Joe_Dever_dies/). He was due to be at Dragonmeet this Saturday as well as the Italian convention.
Sorry to hear that. I used to really enjoy the Lone Wolf books as a kid. (I also remember one of them being the only RPG game of any medium I've seen where you have to take a piss at one point.)
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 01 December, 2016, 05:22:58 PM
... the only RPG game of any medium I've seen where you have to take a piss at one point
If you roll a 1, go against a nearby wall
If you roll a 2, duck into the bushes
If you roll a 3, 4, or 5, drink the thick white potion
If you roll a 6, search your bag for the cork you took from the giant's table* If you're using a 20 sided die, pray to your god for mercy
Quote from: TordelBack on 01 December, 2016, 12:42:18 PM
Quote from: Robin Low on 30 November, 2016, 08:40:56 PM
Joe Dever, author of the Lone Wolf gamebooks. Only 60.
That's a shame, no and at all, and those books gave me many days of fun. Must dredge them out of the attic for the kids.
He and Gary Chalk should have been able to parlay Magnamund into an empire of RPG books and computer games, it was by far the strongest of the 'choose your own' settings. Instead it seemed to end up as bungled Mongoose projects and lacklustre kickstarters.
Probably more suited to the Games forum, but try this:
http://cubicle7.co.uk/our-games/lone-wolf-adventure-game/
Regards,
Robin
Andrew Sachs aka Manuel
2016 is crap!
His great moments
https://youtu.be/e7mpClSPyhk (https://youtu.be/e7mpClSPyhk)
Micky Fitz singer in the punk band The Business lost his fight with cancer :(
filippo
Tis funny, as someone diagnosed with terminal cancer I don't consider it a 'fight' or 'battle' with cancer.
You take what is on offer medically and try to do what you can otherwise but the truth is cancer is about living with it rather than battling against it in the vast majority of cases.
It is a strange disease since I always considered myself invulnerable (rather like a child) and never saw anything capable of 'getting' me, but this is my own body attacking me. Trying to fight yourself is an odd concept so I'll keep on living and enjoy whatever I have.
That said, the number of people lost to cancer this year has been dreadful and I feel for all their families. God Bless.
Actor Andrew Sachs, best known for his iconic role as Manuel in the UK comedy Fawlty Towers, has passed away at the age of 86 following a battle with dementia.
Quote from: Frank on 01 December, 2016, 06:08:17 PM
If you roll a 3, 4, or 5, drink the thick white potion
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Quote from: Goaty on 01 December, 2016, 10:32:34 PM
Andrew Sachs aka Manuel
2016 is crap!
His great moments
https://youtu.be/e7mpClSPyhk (https://youtu.be/e7mpClSPyhk)
Gutted by this news. RIP.
Andrew Sachs.
as a juve i refused to believe the wonderful voice heard on so many documentaries was Manuel from FT!
Quote from: von Boom on 02 December, 2016, 11:26:43 AM
Quote from: Goaty on 01 December, 2016, 10:32:34 PM
Andrew Sachs aka Manuel
2016 is crap!
His great moments
https://youtu.be/e7mpClSPyhk (https://youtu.be/e7mpClSPyhk)
Gutted by this news. RIP.
Same here. Faulty Towers is an absolute gem. And Andrew was a big part of it's success.
RIP, Mr Sachs.
Awe feck it! Peter Vaughn, Grouty of Porridge and Maister Aemon of GoT, is the latest utterly miserable departure from the performing arts of 2016.
RIP
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 06 December, 2016, 02:42:08 PM
Awe feck it! Peter Vaughn, Grouty of Porridge and Maister Aemon of GoT, is the latest utterly miserable departure from the performing arts of 2016.
RIP
More dreadful news. RIP.
Porridge! That's where I'd seen him before! His face was familiar when I watched GoT, but I couldn't quite place him.
He fitted the role of Maister Aemon so well. A good age, but sad nonetheless.
I remember Peter Vaughn played a great role in my favourite '90s drama Our Friends In The North. A fine actor RIP.
I also fondly remember him as Wolfie Smith's girlfriend's dad. I had no idea that he was married to Billie Whitelaw though.
A real shame that, but at 93, it's not a shabby innings at all.
Never watched Game of Thrones, but Porridge is, of course, the best sitcom ever, so he'll always be Grouty to me.
RIP, Mr Vaughn
was suitably/sensibly scared of Grouty as a Juve! he was so nice in GOT, though!
Quote from: auxlen on 06 December, 2016, 06:24:57 PM
was suitably/sensibly scared of Grouty as a Juve! he was so nice in GOT, though!
Wasn't he? He pretty much fit my mental image of maister Aemon.
I'll always remember him from 'A warning to the curious' one of MR James stories adapted by the BBC during the 70's. I re watched it with Family who weren't that impressed with it but I enjoy ghost stories at Christmas and Peter Vaughn's performance as the down on his luck clerk searching for the lost Crowns is excellent. I'm very sad to hear he's left the stage so to speak.
I couldn't believe he was only in 3 episodes of Porridge.
Quote from: Robin Low on 30 November, 2016, 08:40:56 PM
Joe Dever, author of the Lone Wolf gamebooks. Only 60.
Dammit,
Robin
I missed this. That's pretty sad :(
Greg Lake of King Crimson and Emerson Lake & Palmer - aged 69
QuoteI couldn't believe he was only in 3 episodes of Porridge.
Wow, really...I wonder how many episodes he was mentioned, though.
John Glenn, 95.
Food critic A A Gill aged 62 of cancer
Quote from: rogue69 on 10 December, 2016, 10:55:55 PM
Food critic A A Gill aged 62 of cancer
I never liked him. Completley disagreed wih everything that man ever wrote. Not just his opinions on food, but everything he turned his critical eye upon. He was just consistently wrong.
I shall miss him, the bastard.
AA Gill slagged off my hometown. But I lost no sleep over it.
Didn't he once shoot a Baboon?
And former Weatherman Ian McCaskill leaves us.
Ian McCaskill :(
Walter Swinburn jockey who rode Shergar aged 55
Not sure if this has already been posted but I'm sure many people on the forum will remember John Gillat's art if not his name which was new to me.
Found this on Steve Holland's website which is worth a read if you haven't seen it. He also reprints some old British comics from time to time. He is like a DC Thomson variant of David McDonald.
https://bearalley.blogspot.co.uk/
Quote from: Spikes on 12 December, 2016, 07:58:40 PM
AA Gill slagged off my hometown. But I lost no sleep over it.
Didn't he once shoot a Baboon?
He did, purely to see 'what it feels like to kill someone'. I won't miss him too much
The inventor of a life-saving technique to stop people dying of choking, Henry Heimlich, has died at the age of 96.
I wonder just how many lives he saved? It must be tens, if not hundreds of thousands. Nowadays if someone is choking, there's always someone who knows the Heimnlich manoevre, but in the past people would just panic or slap them on the back and watch them die before an ambulance could arrive.
A true hero
Zsa Zsa Gabor aged99
Quote from: Dandontdare on 17 December, 2016, 11:44:09 PM
I wonder just how many lives he saved? It must be tens, if not hundreds of thousands. Nowadays if someone is choking, there's always someone who knows the Heimnlich manoevre, but in the past people would just panic or slap them on the back and watch them die before an ambulance could arrive.
A true hero
My teacher did it to a boy choking on a sweet when I was about 12. Problem solved immediately
rick parfitt of the quo...c'mon god gives us a break!!!
Me mum is proper devastated on the Rick from the Quo... about the same if this year takes my princess from me!
For fuck's sake, 2016, let us keep Princess Leia, please.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 24 December, 2016, 07:07:22 PM
For fuck's sake, 2016, let us keep Princess Leia, please.
30 minutes cpr just to get a pulse does not fill me with much optimism.
I suppose if she was on a plane at the time they would have been able to get the cpr started almost straight away and that will have given her a chance.
No mention of a defibrillator. I wonder do they carry them on planes?
All this Carrie speculation is a bit ghoulish fellas, eh what? I know we're concerned but until we learn anything more all this fretting is just getting us in a tizz and feels needlessly morbid. We hope for the best, she's a great egg and has been a shining star this year pootling around being fantastically frank with her lovely dog.
(https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/f976c68b58879ebf0031c3ae5bdb41a117b1359c/0_0_2187_3179/master/2187.jpg?w=700&q=55&auto=format&usm=12&fit=max&s=9821d7147fade88ad100c3b92e364e49)
Although I knew Parfitt was gravely ill this caught me off-guard. Status Quo were cheap and cheerful but nicely unpretentious and when I saw them just a few years ago at Glastonbury (and you can even see me in the BBC footage :O ) they played a few songs and went "that was a medley, not that you'd notice!" :lol:
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 24 December, 2016, 10:49:28 PM
All this Carrie speculation is a bit ghoulish fellas, eh what? I know we're concerned but until we learn anything more all this fretting is just getting us in a tizz and feels needlessly morbid. We hope for the best, she's a great egg and has been a shining star this year pootling around being fantastically frank with her lovely dog.
Fair point. It truly is brilliant to see her back on the scene these days and I hope she's having the best Christmas she can.
George Michael? No f'ing way
Just heard that - only 53 - I imagine the celebrity community shitting themselves for the next week. What a fucking year it's been
Geez.
2016 is now fucking with us.
George Michael dies of heart faliure on Christmas day?
Bloody hell that ones a surprise in many ways. George Michael certinly left his mark on mondern pop.
BBC commenting on the way people are perceiving 2016...
Have more famous people died in 2016 than normal? (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-38329740)
More awful bloody news.
The world needed a few more George Michaels. Fantastic artist, compassionate and brace.
Liza Smith, Nana from the Royal family aged 95
Carrie Fisher :(
filippo
:-(
She's gone!
(https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/2315701416/qy7u8enf4aexlkb1uxuq.jpeg)
Oh crap. :'( :'( :'(
God dammit.
shit.
crap....2016 we hate you.
Fuck sake...
What to say, eh?
But such sad news.
RIP, Carrie Fisher.
So very sad, such a great undefeatable character, and such a huge part of pop culture, and our particular corner of it.
Goodbye Princess :(
Richard Adams author of Watership Down aged 96
The drinks reception in heaven is going to be some party this year. The music alone.
RIP Carrie.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 27 December, 2016, 06:36:19 PM
Richard Adams author of Watership Down aged 96
I think Watership Down is one of my favourite books. That's sad, but a good age at least.
Carrie Fisher though... I had such hope she would pull through on learning she was stabilised. Well I guess we all did...
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 27 December, 2016, 06:36:19 PM
Richard Adams author of Watership Down aged 96
Read Watership Down and I'm sure I have a copy of Shardik somewhere...
Quote from: Grugz on 27 December, 2016, 06:23:42 PM
crap....2016 we hate you.
Ditto. What a terrible end to a terrible year. :(
I'm truly saddened by the loss of Carrie Fisher, but my wife is distraught. Princess Leia was a strong female role model at a time when most women characters were only there to be saved. RIP :'(
And the news of Richard Adams is also sad. Watership Down is truly a marvellous book. RIP.
So sad to hear about the passing of Carrie Fisher. Thoughts with her family. This one really sucks and my 7 year old daughter is really sad that she too has lost her favourite Princess.
Milady is a huge Watership fan so the double-whammy of loss of both he and the wonderful Carrie being announced within half an hour or so of eachother reduced her to utter sorrow.
We'll drink to them tonight. The downside of our pervasive celebrity culture is that mentors we've never met, friends we've never laughed with, crushes we get a chance to speak to can die and break our hearts without having ever known us as people and just how much we cared. Doesn't mean we shouldn't. Doesn't mean we won't continue to do so for the rest of our lives.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 27 December, 2016, 09:01:08 PM
The downside of our pervasive celebrity culture is that mentors we've never met, friends we've never laughed with, crushes we get a chance to speak to can die and break our hearts without having ever known us as people and just how much we cared. Doesn't mean we shouldn't. Doesn't mean we won't continue to do so for the rest of our lives.
Well put, fella.
I've seen a few posts on social media from folks who don't seem to get this - that regular folks are affected by the passing of celebrities for a very good reason. Are these people worthy of adulation? Do they deserve to be idolized? Is there a chance that maybe they're NOT wonderful, shining examples of humanity? To be honest, that's an entirely different discussion.
I reckon we ony naturally tend to pay attention to folks whose words and example resonate with us. So of course it's going to have an impact on us when they pass. And in Carrie Fisher's case, she was one helluva straight talker. A survivor in the truest sense, who had overcome much and learned the true 'value' of fame and the rubbish that comes with it. She never asked to be pitied. She did a lot to raise awareness of the issues she herself faced.
I'm sad we've lost her, but not because she was a smokin' hot space princess in the '70s. It's more because she seemed alright. And I've found the sheer number of folks posting pictures they had taken with her at conventions and other events so overhwelming that I've had to call it a night on social media. Lots of folks evidently feel like they lost somebody who was indirectly a part of their lives. And they're quite right to feel that way.
Such a bloody shame.
Quote from: HdE on 27 December, 2016, 11:19:27 PM
I'm sad we've lost her, but not because she was a smokin' hot space princess in the '70s. It's more because she seemed alright. And I've found the sheer number of folks posting pictures they had taken with her at conventions and other events so overhwelming that I've had to call it a night on social media. Lots of folks evidently feel like they lost somebody who was indirectly a part of their lives. And they're quite right to feel that way.
Such a bloody shame.
Amen to all of that.
Sad about Carrie Fisher. She clearly put her body under considerable stress over the years but her vibrant personality and zest for life were all her.
Corrie actor Geoffrey Hughes, 68, dies after two year cancer battle
Geoffrey Hughes died in 2012.
Carrie FIsher's mother, Debbie Reynold (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-38455777) has died, the day after her daughter.
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Quote from: sheridan on 29 December, 2016, 01:54:30 AM
Carrie FIsher's mother, Debbie Reynold (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-38455777) has died, the day after her daughter.
Such a terrible thing to happen to their family.
Truly heartbreaking.
It's desperately sad. Poor Billie Lourd, what a handful of days can do to your life.
William Christopher, best known for his role as Father John Mulcahy from 'MASH,' has died aged 84
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 01 January, 2017, 12:57:25 AM
William Christopher, best known for his role as Father John Mulcahy from 'MASH,' has died aged 84
A year, to the day, after Wayne Rogers (Trapper John).
Man. I'm currently on another rerun of Mash. Just watched Father Mulcahy's War. One of his solo(fish) episodes. From a background character to one of the main cast and always great to watch. Keep forgetting it's over thirty years old now.
My best mate Colin is gone. It's been an extremely difficult month or so, watching him slide further and further (especially given that I have a terminally ill baby niece to worry about too) but he finally went last night, at home in his bed with his wife holding his hand and saying goodbye.
My condolences to your friend and his family Jayzus. Very sad news.
What IATS said sir. Just glad for the way of his passing. With the person you love.
Can offer nothing but pale words for you, his wife and family / friends. As always though folks will be here for you to vent in whatever manner you need to. I guess all we can do is honour their memory through the quality of our lives.
Thoughts and prayers with you all at this sad time sir.
Nothing but my deepest condolences, Jayzus. Seriously, thoughts are with you and Colin's family.
My thoughts are with you and Colin's family.
filippo
My heartfelt condolences to everyone affected by this horrid tragedy.
Anything I can do, JBC, just ask.
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Deepest condolences to Jayzus and his mate Colin's family. You showed your true quality in supporting your friend.
Terrible news Jaysus - what a horrible time for you and for Colin's family. Thinking of you here in Bristol.
Sorry to hear that JayzusB.Christ
Sorry to hear that Jayzus
Condolences brother to you and your friend's family.
So sorry to hear your news, Jayzus. My sympathies to all.
Ah Jayzus mate, so sorry for your loss and my sincerest sympathies to all Colin's family and friends. You were quite clearly a friend in the very truest sense, and no-one could ask for anything more.
Thank you very much, everyone, your support means a lot to me. You're the best people I've never met. I spent the day with my friend and his family and I'll do the same tomorrow. Because of his wife and despite the cancer, his last few years were his happiest.
Condolences JayzusB
My thoughts are with you Colin. It is often underestimated how rare true friends are in life and how much they mean.
Glad to hear he enjoyed his final years, the best any of us can hope for in many ways.
God bless.
very sorry to hear it Jayzus. My condolences.
So sorry to read this J.
Very sorry to hear about your loss, JBC.
Thoughts are with you and Colin's family and friends.
Graham Taylor Football manager aged 72
He always came across as an honest and decent guy and was one of the few pundits worth listening to.
I always liked Taylor. Even if his England team was one of the worst I ever witnessed he did not have much choice about the quality, barring Lineker, who was coming to the end of his career.
Did some fantastic work at Watford and Villa especially and was always good to listen to.
Being a villa fan of a certain age he was a great manager and always seemed like a nice person
Larry Steinbachek, keyboardist from Bronski Beat aged54 from Cancer
&
William Peter Blatty, aged 89, author of the exorcist
Astronaut Gene Cernan (http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-38641121). The last man to walk on the moon.
Here he is saying something nice before he left the moon (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZyLwfrDyjc&feature=youtu.be&t=2159).
Cernan is a hero of mine, not least for his often-expressed wish that his epitath should not read 'the last man to walk on the moon'. Another loss as we stare into a future where selflessness, hope and truth are subjects of derision.
Terrible news about Cernan. RIP.
Dag nabbit. Another familiar face from movies and TV has gone. Miguel Ferrer - who I knew best from his role in Twin Peaks - has passed away at the age of 61 from cancer.
Bloody cancer. If we could spend half as much effort trying to cure that as we do trying to find new ways to blow people up... >:(
Sad news indeed
He was one of my favourite characters in twin peaks
Good solid actor, very sad
Quote from: Pegasus P Artichoke on 19 January, 2017, 09:58:51 PM
Sad news indeed
He was one of my favourite characters in twin peaks
Good solid actor, very sad
I knew him from Robocop.
John Watkiss, aged 55. Originally slated as artist on 'Harry 20 on the High Rock', I believe, before he dropped-out. http://www.tripwiremagazine.co.uk/headlines/film-comic-artist-john-watkiss-dies/
Ah, no. That's terrible news- his line work was masterful and always made me just 'stop' to admire the talent.
Really sad to hear the news about John Watkiss; a fantastic artist whose work I always wanted to see in the Prog. I first read his 'Kiss of Death' in the late '80s and those two issues remain firmly among my very favourite comics.
(http://i.imgur.com/RIyYB7N.jpg)
Can drummer Jaki Liebezeit, aged 78.
Au Revoir Au Revoir to Gordon Kaye who has passed on aged 75
Listen very carefully, I shall say this only once.
RIP Monsieur. :(
Always remember in an exam at school, the chief invigilator started to read out the instructions and foolishly said: "now listen very carefully ..."
... you can guess what the whole hall erupted with in response!
Damnit - I know what we'll be watching tonight.
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-38718282)
Mary Tyler Moore aged 80
Other than her acting she also produced a lot of quality TV shows that I remember watching as a teen. Hill Street Blues and St. Elsewhere to name just two. I think her company logo was a spoof of MGM. She had MTM and a little cat in a circle which meowed (if that's the right way of spelling that word).
Quote from: Tony Angelino on 26 January, 2017, 01:32:10 PM
Other than her acting she also produced a lot of quality TV shows that I remember watching as a teen. Hill Street Blues and St. Elsewhere to name just two. I think her company logo was a spoof of MGM. She had MTM and a little cat in a circle which meowed (if that's the right way of spelling that word).
So cool!
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Excellent. I'm pretty sure the cat would sometimes have a surgeon's mask at the end of St Elsewhere.
Quote from: Tony Angelino on 26 January, 2017, 10:20:15 PM
Excellent. I'm pretty sure the cat would sometimes have a surgeon's mask at the end of St Elsewhere.
You're right:
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John Hurt has left this mortal coil aged 77.
That one is very sad.
Very sad news, terrific actor
Obituary of John Hurt (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-29343784)
Will watch Alien again in his memory. What a career though. He was the perfect Winston Smith in 1984.
RIP John Hurt, what a great actor. Would have loved to have seen more of his War Doctor, he was great at putting the other two in their place. So many memorable performances.
Hurt played so many remarkable and memorable roles, it's almost impossible to pick out a favourite - Merrick and Caligula would have to be up there, but in the end, it's Quentin Crisp in 'The Naked Civil Servant' which probably edges it. One of the greatest actors ever - I'm not sure we'll see his likes again.
RIP Mr. Hurt. A remarkable actor no doubt.
The image of Hurt bloodstained mouth as Caligula was seared onto my 9 year old brain (I was allowed to stay up and watch I Claudius because I convinced my mum it was educational, but really I was only in it for the blood and boobs).
Elephant man, 1984, Alien, Dr Who - he excelled in all of them. RIP
Much on his more iconic roles has already been said, but if anyone wants to see John Hurt at his best should dig up Little Malcolm and His Struggle Against the Eunuchs. An utterly riveting perfomrance with Hurt at his must compelling. A tragic loss to the cinematic community.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 28 January, 2017, 12:24:18 PM
Much on his more iconic roles has already been said, but if anyone wants to see John Hurt at his best should dig up Little Malcolm and His Struggle Against the Eunuchs. An utterly riveting perfomrance with Hurt at his must compelling. A tragic loss to the cinematic community.
No idea what that film is about, but the phrase 'in the land of the eunuchs, the little man is king' comes to mind.
John Hurt was a great actor and a man of wit and humour. Respect due and he will be sadly missed.
Unquestionably one of my all-time favourite actors, even if I did once accidentally annoy him with his family in Dublin Zoo. Every performance was good, even when struggling with nonsensical underwritten bit-characters like Harold Oxley or Olivander, but for today I'm mainly remembering Winston Smith, John Merrick, Caligula and Prof Bruttenholm: now there is range.
He was outstanding in The Elephant Man and in so many other roles.
We'd seen Watership Down and Spaceballs relatively recently (and I'm not sure where my Alien box-set is right now) so we went for the Black Cauldron. May turn to the two Doctor Who stories he was in later.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 28 January, 2017, 09:38:21 AM
Will watch Alien again in his memory. What a career though. He was the perfect Winston Smith in 1984.
Hmm. Good idea. I actually bought the blu-ray set of those films a year or two ago, but haven't gotten around to watching them in that format yet*. Maybe now should be the time to watch Alien...
So Theatrical or Ridley's Director's Cut, I wonder?
And yes, a very sad loss.
*I'd had a couple of DVD box sets before then. Alien franchise is one of the only one's I've triple dipped! In my defence, I sold the old ones.
He was brilliant playing Jockey Bob Champion.
Quote from: TordelBack on 28 January, 2017, 03:34:08 PM
Unquestionably one of my all-time favourite actors, even if I did once accidentally annoy him with his family in Dublin Zoo.
Ok, I'll bite. Explain yourself, sir.
Also: Shit. He was one of the best.
Tords re-enacted the chest-burster scene with a ferret and scared the children.
Such sad news. Hurt was brilliant. RIP.
John Hurt had a great range as an actor. He went from the marginalised; to the deformed; to the oppressed; to the funny; to the sad. There were ever so many seminal moments in his career but his marked impact as Winston Smith in 1984 rescued that movie. His portrayal of the utterly amoral Scottish Noble in Rob Roy was also in my opinion one of his finest performances, of which there were ever so many. A sad passing. Z
Founder of Namco & the creator of Pac- Man (http://news.sky.com/story/father-of-pac-man-video-game-masaya-nakamura-dies-at-the-age-of-91-10748534/)
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 30 January, 2017, 08:47:51 PM
Founder of Namco & the creator of Pac- Man (http://news.sky.com/story/father-of-pac-man-video-game-masaya-nakamura-dies-at-the-age-of-91-10748534/)
(http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/pacman/images/2/2b/Clydeeghost.png/revision/latest?cb=20090919170054)
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 30 January, 2017, 08:47:51 PM
Founder of Namco & the creator of Pac- Man (http://news.sky.com/story/father-of-pac-man-video-game-masaya-nakamura-dies-at-the-age-of-91-10748534/)
God bless him. Just automatically assumed your link would take me here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji1k9hZkN2I).
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 30 January, 2017, 08:47:51 PM
Founder of Namco & the creator of Pac- Man (http://news.sky.com/story/father-of-pac-man-video-game-masaya-nakamura-dies-at-the-age-of-91-10748534/)
Didn't create Pac-man! This guy did...
http://time.com/3892662/pac-mans-35-years/
John Wetton. Lead singer of Asia who were best known for 'Heat of the Moment' and their Roger Dean painted album covers.
Quote from: Tony Angelino on 01 February, 2017, 09:40:38 PM
John Wetton. Lead singer of Asia who were best known for 'Heat of the Moment' and their Roger Dean painted album covers.
Not to mention bassist and singer in the stunning 73/74 line-up of King Crimson wot delivered one of my favourite albums of all time, the monumental and haunting
Red.
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/6/6c/Red%2C_King_Crimson.jpg/220px-Red%2C_King_Crimson.jpg)
Yeah - I generally don't like Prog but I've absolutely loved Red for years and loved John Wetton as a player in that era of King Crimson. He was preternaturally good and very musical; so good it eventually knackered his fingers. The best sounding bass in the universe.
Quote from: Satanist on 01 February, 2017, 11:31:55 AM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 30 January, 2017, 08:47:51 PM
Founder of Namco & the creator of Pac- Man (http://news.sky.com/story/father-of-pac-man-video-game-masaya-nakamura-dies-at-the-age-of-91-10748534/)
Didn't create Pac-man! This guy did...
http://time.com/3892662/pac-mans-35-years/
Don't blame me, blame the news outlets reporting it!!!
Joost van der Westhuizen the excellent South African Rugby player has passed away aged 45.
He had motor neurone disease and was an amazing ambassador fighting this terrible disease and a true inspiration. R.I.P.
Very sad indeed. He was superb. It was very sad to see his decline. RIP.
Hans Rosling (http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-38900572) at 68. One of the more recent additions to my list of all-time heroes, but one of the most important. His work was inspirational and terrifying in equal measure, but ultimately full of hope and purpose. The world should be focusing its finite energies on his crisply defined projections and suggestions, instead of short-sighted sectarian hatreds and the cruel greedy narcissists they empower. RIP.
Quote from: TordelBack on 07 February, 2017, 10:02:03 PM
Hans Rosling (http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-38900572) ... The world should be focusing its finite energies on his crisply defined projections and suggestions, instead of short-sighted sectarian hatreds and the cruel greedy narcissists they empower.
There's no greater tribute than to say he was entirely out of step with the times in which we find ourselves. What a legacy (https://www.gapminder.org/tools/#_chart-type=bubbles)
[1].
[1] If you can't be bothered engaging with the data directly, he gave one of the most famous TED talks ever (https://www.ted.com/talks/hans_rosling_shows_the_best_stats_you_ve_ever_seen)
Richard Hatch (https://www.bleedingcool.com/2017/02/07/richard-hatch-star-battlestar-galactica-dies-71/) of Battlestar Galactica - both old and new.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 07 February, 2017, 10:46:06 PM
Richard Hatch (https://www.bleedingcool.com/2017/02/07/richard-hatch-star-battlestar-galactica-dies-71/) of Battlestar Galactica - both old and new.
Just seen this on CBR too. Currently rewatching the original series. A quality slice of nostalgia.
Quote from: Tjm86 on 08 February, 2017, 05:11:10 AM
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 07 February, 2017, 10:46:06 PM
Richard Hatch (https://www.bleedingcool.com/2017/02/07/richard-hatch-star-battlestar-galactica-dies-71/) of Battlestar Galactica - both old and new.
Just seen this on CBR too. Currently rewatching the original series. A quality slice of nostalgia.
Very sad news, Apollo and Starbuck were two of my heroes as a kid and I was so happy when he appeared in the reboot in such a great role. I think he was quite instrumental in that even happening actually, he was apparently tirelessly campaigning for a reboot for years before it happened. Sad news indeed.
Yeah, there's a trailer on youtube for the 'Second Coming'
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battlestar_Galactica:_The_Second_Coming (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battlestar_Galactica:_The_Second_Coming)
Alan Simpson of Steptoe and Son fame dies according to the Beeb.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-38906672
Tara Palmer-Tomkinson has been found dead.
She was always a figure of fun in the media and obviously had her problems with drugs and alcohol. Apparently she'd been diagnosed with a brain tumour.
All a bit tragic really.
Yes. She was only 45, apparently.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 08 February, 2017, 02:42:15 PM
Alan Simpson of Steptoe and Son fame dies according to the Beeb.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-38906672
Legend. I love Hancock and Steptoe :(
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 08 February, 2017, 07:43:36 PM
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 08 February, 2017, 02:42:15 PM
Alan Simpson of Steptoe and Son fame dies according to the Beeb.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-38906672
Legend. I love Hancock and Steptoe :(
Best of the best.
Love listening to Hhhhhancock's Half Hour on BBC Radio 4 Extra, still funny. Steptoe & Son too. Both funny but in completely different ways - S&S is full of pathos and drama as well as humour - the desperation of the two characters, one to escape and the other to stay put, is as tragic as it is funny. Genius writing scribes of today just can't match.
Galton and Simpson - two of the very best comedy writers ever.
I believe Steptoe was considered the first Sitcom....IIRC.
Jiro Taniguchi, author of A Distant Neighbourhood, The Summit of the Gods and A Zoo in Winter amongst many others. The only mangaka to receive a french knighthood.
RIP
I'm an avid Radio 4 listener BECAUSE I HAVE THE BRAIN AN OLD MAN and I was saddened to learn this evening of the death of Steve Hewlett whose weekly discussions of his struggles to get his terminal esophageal cancer treated had been featured on the frequently astounding PM with Eddie Mair. It's rather alarming and inspiring to have heard a man so candidly speak of his potential death, having his sons on to speak about it, the prospect of a final Christmas etc etc...
Mair frequently read letters allowed from listeners who gained a new understanding cancer treatment and attitudes from the extensive coverage - who'd gained new ways of relating to their own fathers or friends suffering through it. Hewlett would tear up at these quite frequently - clearly never believing he was doing much more than speaking about his own struggles. I'll certainly never forget him, and I never even knew him.
Hewlett was the model of what the BBC should be; scrupulously balanced, well informed, and able to communicate complex issues in a way that made them comprehensible and interesting to a general audience. He'll be greatly missed.
I don't think I've ever listened to better radio than the Mair/Hewlett chats over these past months. It has been compelling, moving and incredibly informtive and the acme of what public service broadcasting can be. Here's to you Steve, I know I'll never forget you or what I've learnt about death and life listening to you.
It is impossible to convey the true impact of what this man did. As a journalist he took his responsibility to the utmost and took what is probably our most challenging taboo (death) to its limits. It was profoundly humbling to listen to this man explore what it meant to him as a person and to those closest to him as he dealt with his impending death. The courage with which he faced it, focusing on what it meant, makes his passing so much more powerful and effective. How do we live our lives in the face of this?
Quote from: Tjm86 on 20 February, 2017, 08:29:17 PM
How do we live our lives in the face of this?
To the utmost.
Heartening to see others on here followed it as well - and of course TordelBack who is basically the board's Eddie Mair. I mean that.
I listen to radio a month behind for various reasons (there's no actual reason) which is usually not an issue (although the late January heavy festive tone was jarring) today saw me commuting with Hewlett and Eddie from 31 days ago. Optimistic he was and determinedly inquiring about future treatments. He seemed jaunty and made Eddie laugh and I found myself staring harrowed at the other other passengers on the bus as if peering at them through the other side of death. It was... quite the experience. Certainly not one I ever thought radio 4 could generate.
"We'll see you next week" said Eddie at the end.
"You will." Steve replied resolutely.
And I broke down
Bill Paxton, only man to be killed by the Alien, the Predator and the Terminator
:(
That's it, man. Game over.
Oh, no. No. words fail me...
RIP Private Hudson.
I guess he finally secured that shit.
Shocking and sad news about Bill Paxton. :(
Gutted.
Dang.
Farewell, Mr Paxton.
Beyond gutted to hear about Private Hudson.
That one hurts.
Quote from: Goaty on 26 February, 2017, 03:49:30 PM
Bill Paxton, only man to be killed by the Alien, the Predator and the Terminator
:(
Blimey. Most stories are saying he shares this honour with Lance Henriksen.
But, blimey.
Bloody hell, that's sad. One of my favourite actors, there was a time I'd go see anything he was in: from his scene-stealing vileness in Weird Science to his horrific hat-and-jacket in Predator 2, to understated and completely convincing roles in One False Move and Apollo 13, and scenery-chewing in Twister and the awful Thunderbirds, he was a genuine hard-working unshowy actor and I always smiled when he appeared in something unexpected. I'll miss his work greatly.
Recently great in edge of tomorrow too, and very funny in true lies. Always Hudson to me though, a childhood favourite of mine, really gutted about it.
Quote from: Goaty on 26 February, 2017, 03:49:30 PM
Bill Paxton, only man to be killed by the Alien, the Predator and the Terminator
:(
Apart from Lance Henriksen, of course.
Very sad. RIP.
Gutted about poor old Bill Paxton - quite a shocker for him to go at such a young age.
As well as turns in all the great films mentioned, I'd highly recommend checking out Frailty in which he both directs and stars. A really underrated gem in my opinion and it's a shame he didn't direct more.
Quote from: JamesC on 26 February, 2017, 08:16:33 PM
I'd highly recommend checking out Frailty in which he both directs and stars. A really underrated gem in my opinion and it's a shame he didn't direct more.
I agree, it is in Netflix
Damn. You'd think he'd go amongst the last of that group Biehn, Henrikson etc. Awful news for Oscar night.
Really sad news about Bill Paxton he appeared in so many great films that I love. Very sad loss and sympathies to his friends and family and colleagues. :( :( :(
Gerald Kaufman, 86 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-39099489)
Hideo Ikeezumi (http://www.factmag.com/2017/02/27/psf-records-founder-japanese-psych-pioneer-hideo-ikeezumi-dead/), founder of the legendary Japanese experimental label P.S.F. Records whose roster included Keiji Haino, Ghost & Acid Mothers Temple, amongst others.
Quote from: O Lucky Stevie! on 28 February, 2017, 05:54:42 AM
Hideo Ikeezumi (http://www.factmag.com/2017/02/27/psf-records-founder-japanese-psych-pioneer-hideo-ikeezumi-dead/), founder of the legendary Japanese experimental label P.S.F. Records whose roster included Keiji Haino, Ghost & Acid Mothers Temple, amongst others.
Oh SHIT NO! :'(
Clyde Stubblefield, the James Brown's Funky drummer, one of the most widely sampled drum breaks ever, passed away aged 73 of kidney failure.
found this short list of who has passed away so far this year
http://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/music/in-memoriam-2017-stars-weve-lost-this-year/ss-BBy5907?li=BBoPWjQ&ocid=U220DHP&parent-title=tommy-page-singer-and-former-billboard-publisher-dies-at-46&parent-ns=ar&parent-content-id=AAnO50x&fullscreen=true#image=BBy5907|8
Former Formula 1 and motorcycling world champion John Surtees has died at the age of 83.
Murray Ball - creator of Footrot Flats. A big loss to the NZ community.
(https://m.popkey.co/2b6a5a/A6EgJ.gif)
That plagiarist stole his whole act from Calvin Klein.
Bernie Wrightson :(
One of the most talented artists to ever raise a pencil. I didn't have much access to comic books as a youngster, but I was blessed to have parents who bought me a reprint magazine that featured his Swamp Thing run. Loved it.
He pretty much added atmosphere and weight to anything he drew, and some of his Frankenstein art has to be seen to be believed.
RIP, fella.
The passing of both Bernie Wrightson and Chuck Berry see the passign of two incredible talents who've helped shape the mediums they've worked in.
That's pretty sad news in both cases.
I remember seeing his Frankenstein pages for the first time and being blown away.
Bernie Wrightson and Chuck Berry both gone. More giants dead. What a world... :( :( :( :(
Quote from: Steve Green on 19 March, 2017, 09:23:40 AM
I remember seeing his Frankenstein pages for the first time and being blown away.
Really amazing work.
His illustrations for Stephen King's The Stand are also worth searching out.
He designed the monsters for the Film the 'Mist' based on Stephen Kings great Novella. His comic work is second to none and those cross-hatching lines are just immaculate. So long Bernie. Damn.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 18 March, 2017, 10:32:54 PM
(https://m.popkey.co/2b6a5a/A6EgJ.gif)
Aye, a rum bugger - by all accounts - but he could certainly write a tune, and his recordings from way back still sound absolutely brilliant today. And he was most probably THE most influential guitarist ever. A true one-off.
RIP, Mr B.
Great Old One and Chief Newt – David Rockefeller – died suddenly aged 10,000.
(http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/652*367/david+rockefeller.jpg)
Martin McGuinness, the former deputy first minister of Northern Ireland aged 66
Colin Dexter, the creator of Inspector Morse
Gong Sow host Chuck Barris, 87 (http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/chuck-barris-dead-gong-show-929310)
I am ok, was in London today. Thoughts with people for sad day.
Glad to hear it Goaty. A very sad day.
Police officer Keith Palmer.
Despite hearing the news yesterday and working in London (not that vicinity),and noticing the increased amount of police officers at Victoria station on my way home, it was reading the Metro this morning, and seeing the pictures that really brought it home to me emotionally.
In particular, a woman kneeling down helping a literally broken man in the street.
Shocking news. My heart goes out to the victims and their loved ones.
Quote from: Mardroid on 23 March, 2017, 08:16:42 AM
Despite hearing the news yesterday and working in London (not that vicinity),and noticing the increased amount of police officers at Victoria station on my way home, it was reading the Metro this morning, and seeing the pictures that really brought it home to me emotionally.
In particular, a woman kneeling down helping a literally broken man in the street.
Yes - I work in the area and noticed sirens every minute or two just before going in to a meeting at three. The sirens continued until hometime (five o'clock yesterday). There's still lots of roads closed off in the area, though some are for ongoing roadworks.
I'm glad you were okay Sheridan.
On Thursday and Friday, Westminster station was still closed off. Not completely, (you can get off there and swap lines) but there was not entry/exits. (I sometimes travel from Embankment on the District line, and the train passes by there*.) Understandable I guess.
*I only just noticed that on Friday. My knowledge of tube stations and lines isn't that great. Not that it's a big deal as nothing happened at the station itself.
Don Rickles.
He was better known in the US than the UK but was one of the stars of Kelly's Heroes. A top 5 film for me with one of the greatest theme songs ever.
Actor Tim Pigott-Smith passed away Aged 70 his most memorable television and film roles have included Merrick, the racist police superintendent in the ITV mini-series The Jewel In The Crown, and parts in the movies The Remains Of The Day and Martin Scorsese's Gangs Of New York, as well as more recent appearances in Bond film Quantum Of Solace and Alice In Wonderland.
http://downthetubes.net/?p=37398
Artist Steve Marchant recalls the life and work of Nik Pollard, who along with others strove to give the comics form rightful study in the UK – and was a generous benefactor to London's Cartoon Museum...
some 2000AD pieces in that montage
Minoru Takahashi (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2017-04-12/macross-escaflowne-producer-minoru-takanashi-passes-away/.114698), producer and writer for many of anime's most beloved titles from Macross to Vision of Escaflowne, Cowboy Bebop to Wolf Brigade, Gunbuster and many a Gundam.
RIP
Clifton James has died at 96 years.
"What are you? Some kind of doomsday machine boy?"
Erin Moran (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-39683097), 56 (Joanie Cunningham from Happy Days).
Leo Baxendale. Artist of my childhood. RiP :(
Director Jonathan Demme
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 26 April, 2017, 10:45:42 PM
Leo Baxendale. Artist of my childhood. RiP :(
Ah feck that. I heard the news this morning, and nearly passed it on to the kids, until I noticed both of them were absorbed in my old Beano annuals and I couldn't face saying it. I was a Beano fan long before (and after) I discovered 2000AD, and before I even knew that actual people drew comics, and it was only years later I discovered whose work I loved so much. RIP.
Quote from: TordelBack on 27 April, 2017, 12:34:24 PM
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 26 April, 2017, 10:45:42 PM
Leo Baxendale. Artist of my childhood. RiP :(
Ah feck that. I heard the news this morning, and nearly passed it on to the kids, until I noticed both of them were absorbed in my old Beano annuals and I couldn't face saying it. I was a Beano fan long before (and after) I discovered 2000AD, and before I even knew that actual people drew comics, and it was only years later I discovered whose work I loved so much. RIP.
Not good. And probably not long before The Treasury of British Comics will see some of his work republished for the first time in decades :-(
Ah, that's a sad loss there (although I must admit, I wasn't aware Leo Baxendale was still alive until he died, if that makes sense)
A real shame. He created strips we all grew up reading before moving on to comics like 2000ad.
Quote from: sheridan on 27 April, 2017, 01:15:57 PM
Not good. And probably not long before The Treasury of British Comics will see some of his work republished for the first time in decades :-(
(by which I mean we've got that Ken Reid book coming out soonish from Rebellion, and assuming they have any Baxendale stuff in their now extensive archives I'm guessing his work will be the hitlist of children's comics to put out).
Veteran TV and film actor Geoffrey Bayldon best know for the character "Catweazel" has died, aged 93.
Quote from: rogue69 on 11 May, 2017, 06:13:14 PM
Veteran TV and film actor Geoffrey Bayldon best know for the character "Catweazel" has died, aged 93.
I'm actually impressed he was still alive until just now, as he seemed ancient when I watched Catweazel as a kid (haven't seen it since, more's the pity).
Quote from: sheridan on 11 May, 2017, 06:31:30 PM
Quote from: rogue69 on 11 May, 2017, 06:13:14 PM
Veteran TV and film actor Geoffrey Bayldon best know for the character "Catweazel" has died, aged 93.
I'm actually impressed he was still alive until just now, as he seemed ancient when I watched Catweazel as a kid (haven't seen it since, more's the pity).
Members of his fan club have done a lot to help him in recent years, I believe. As I recall, his mobility was decreasing so they funded/helped with improving his garden and getting a special chair for him.
They also contributed to a bust in memory of the series and Richard Carpenter:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHPuarCt3RQ
Regards,
Robin
Quote from: Robin Low on 11 May, 2017, 06:56:58 PM
Quote from: sheridan on 11 May, 2017, 06:31:30 PM
Quote from: rogue69 on 11 May, 2017, 06:13:14 PM
Veteran TV and film actor Geoffrey Bayldon best know for the character "Catweazel" has died, aged 93.
I'm actually impressed he was still alive until just now, as he seemed ancient when I watched Catweazel as a kid (haven't seen it since, more's the pity).
Members of his fan club have done a lot to help him in recent years, I believe. As I recall, his mobility was decreasing so they funded/helped with improving his garden and getting a special chair for him.
They also contributed to a bust in memory of the series and Richard Carpenter:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHPuarCt3RQ
Regards,
Robin
That's pretty heart-warming - I'm glad that he made such an impression on however-many-people in his fan club that they could do that.
Powers Boothe
Won't see him in Deadwood movie :( Glad he was featured and really great in Agents of SHIELD last year.
He was in Southern Comfort by Walter Hill. Always remember him in that movie and the recently departed Bill Paxton's Frailty. So sorry he's gone.
Powers Boothe kicked so much arse - he did enigmatic malevolence so enthrallingly well. As the increasingly-unhinged Cy Tolliver in Deadwood he was utterly perfect - even among such a talented cast.
(http://31.media.tumblr.com/c8220eeb51263ada82c0c99b99ac1f31/tumblr_mx8s7lEx9D1qe8c79o1_500.gif)
(http://33.media.tumblr.com/44b895384fb1f659c6b23daf604aa24e/tumblr_mx8s7lEx9D1qe8c79o2_500.gif)
Moors murderer Ian Brady has died at the age of 79.
Quote from: rogue69 on 16 May, 2017, 09:24:12 AM
Moors murderer Ian Brady has died at the age of 79.
Just another human after all.
Quote from: rogue69 on 16 May, 2017, 09:24:12 AM
Moors murderer Ian Brady has died at the age of 79.
Usually I feel sad when I see this thread back on the top of the page...
Usually...
Physically tortured the Kids for hours; mentally tortured their loved ones for the rest of their lives.
Don't know if RIP is applicable to Brady. Z
Rot In Purgatory?
Hopefully they bury Brady face down.
Give him a chance to see where he's going.
Art droid Edmund Bagwell age 50 :(
filippo
Huge loss.
Oh my. Utterly devastated, his Indigo Orime run was a huge draw factor for me staying with the prog in my formative oeriod in 2011/12. This is what it must have felt like to lose Ron Smith, i'm at a complete loss.
:'(
What?!
WHAT?!
This utterly horrible news he was one of my absolute favourite of the 21st century droids - his art was always so rammed with detail and so extraordinarily intricate. Incredible artist, this is devastating.
It's apt 2000 AD's twitter shared this spread of his as it's one I genuinely remember looking at and thinking "now this is classic 2000 AD art"
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C_8--jwVoAAJvoM.jpg)
Horrible, horrible news thoughts are with those he's left.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 16 May, 2017, 03:07:06 PM
Oh my. Utterly devastated, his Indigo Orime run was a huge draw factor for me staying with the prog in my formative oeriod in 2011/12. This is what it must have felt like to lose Ron Smith, i'm at a complete loss.
:'(
Yes shocking news about Edmund Bagwell. 50 is no age at all.
Not sure what you mean about Ron Smith. Last I checked he was very much still alive. (?)
I adored his work on Indigo Prime, my condolences to his friends and family.
Obviously totally inconsequential compared to the reality of losing your life at such a young age, and the impact on family and friends, but what a terrible, terrible loss to comics. Bagwell was an extraordinary artist, one of the very brightest lights of recent years, and I could never understand why he wasn't instantly snapped up by Vertigo etc. the moment his first page appeared in print.
Feck, what an awful shame. My sincerest sympathies to his loved ones and those who knew him.
Quote from: Magnetica on 16 May, 2017, 03:16:21 PM
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 16 May, 2017, 03:07:06 PM
Oh my. Utterly devastated, his Indigo Orime run was a huge draw factor for me staying with the prog in my formative oeriod in 2011/12. This is what it must have felt like to lose Ron Smith, i'm at a complete loss.
:'(
Yes shocking news about Edmund Bagwell. 50 is no age at all.
Not sure what you mean about Ron Smith. Last I checked he was very much still alive. (?)
Not Ron Smith! I meant Belardinli! Brain fart from the sadness of it all. Sorry.
Aw no! One of artists with so beautiful details. Thought he was 30s but surprise not.
Thank you for great Cradlegrave .
Devastating news.
My thoughts go out to his family, friends, former colleagues.
A truly phenomenal artist.
Jeez, terribly sad news and the loss of a real talent. My condolences to family and friends.
One of the very best of all time. I'm going to hug D'Israeli, Flint, and Willsher a little more tightly tonight.
Quote from: SIP on 16 May, 2017, 03:55:33 PM
Jeez, terribly sad news and the loss of a real talent. My condolences to family and friends.
And I imagine a lot of us here are in the ballpark of 50 (give or take 5-10 years) - too damned young!
Unbelievably sad news about Edmund Bagwell. Such a tragedy for his friends and family. My heartfelt condolences to them.
Awful news about Edmund Bagwell. RIP.
:'(
https://pancreaticcanceraction.org/support-us/donate/
Tomorrow's coffee money, everybody?
Terrible news.
A comic artist who's art had it all. Fantastic draftsmanship, great storytelling, wonderful design, dynamic energy and loads of imagination. Such a same there won't be more of it.
Aw no :(
A real tragedy. Z :'(
His earliest Judge Dredd art is a stand-out. Signalled a great talent.
(http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff248/burlearth/JOOVZ16.jpg~original)
I was just talking with my friendly local comic shop about how Cradlegrave was a brilliantly sickening Brit-Horror that is an untapped, track-marked filled vein. Was firmly hoping to see more in the Tooth in the future.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 16 May, 2017, 05:31:00 PM
His earliest Judge Dredd art is a stand-out. Signalled a great talent.
(http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff248/burlearth/JOOVZ16.jpg~original)
I didn't realise it was the same artist, I liked it back then and wondered why he never returned - but he did under a different surname.
This is fucking awful news. Love his art. Gutted.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 16 May, 2017, 05:31:00 PM
His earliest Judge Dredd art is a stand-out. Signalled a great talent.
(http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff248/burlearth/JOOVZ16.jpg~original)
I loved that story. Funnily enough, I finally twigged it was the same artist when I saw his work on Indigo Prime, specifically the way he drew tubes - whether poking from a juve's head or the side of an interdimensional HQ. His work for Marvel UK was stellar, especially Black Axe.
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 16 May, 2017, 02:52:37 PM
Art droid Edmund Bagwell age 50 :(
filippo
Just heard about this, and it is as shocking and unexpected as it is desperately sad.
I came across his work relatively late, but loved it from the get go. I consider myself very lucky - thanks in no small part to fellow forumite Simeon Brewer - to own some of his original art. Pages I treasure.
RIP Edmund Bagwell.
Aw no.
At a loss for words, my heart goes out to his family and friends. Such an incredible talent, lost way too soon.
How sad. Another great 2000ad artist gone. Respect and RIP.
Just seen this very sad news. His work in Indigo Prime was quite something but for me it was his Cradlegrave art that just sang so perfectly. Such a great talent and my thoughts are with his family and friends.
Dreadful news. A remarkable talent. His work on Cradlegrave in particular was about as evocative as it gets. Like others, I also loved his earlier work on the 'Joovs 'n' the Hood' story - it stood out a mile in the early 90s.
This is on a par with the loss of Dillon. As so many have said, a tragic loss of a phenomenal talent. Any further Indigo Prime is going to have massive shoes to fill. Everything said about Cradlegrave is spot on too. Not sure if it would have worked as well with any other artist. There was something suitably sickly and malevolent yet suitably ordinary about the visuals. Made it all the more effective as it progressed.
Just terrible news. As others have rightly said, he was a tremendously good artist and far, far too young to go.
Sorrowful news about Edmund Bagwell. Another great talent who has left us well before his time. :o His Indigo Prime stuff, in particular, was some of the most original looking art in Toothy. Beautiful line work and colours.What sad news.
When I came back to 2000Ad his work on 10 Seconders enthralled me.
RIP fella.
The news of Edmund Bagwell's passing is truly saddening and so out of the blue as to seem unreal. A very talented artist and, by all accounts, a thoroughly nice guy. I had a few emails go back and forth with him a few years back when I approached him about the sketchbook project I'd recently started off and he was enthusiastic and generous from the get go. He didn't want to risk taking a book by post but sent a picture for inclusion from Korea; it's a gem and something I'll treasure all the more now.
Quote from: ming on 21 December, 2013, 04:47:33 PM
This just in from Edmund Bagwell... I can first remember seeing Edmund's work in BLAAAM! (as E.C. Perriman) back in the late 80's and his style immediately made a big impression on me. We've not seen nearly enough of him in the Prog but I'm sure his Indigo Prime work alone won him a lot of new admirers. I'd love to see him take on Nemesis in strip form but as that's unfortunately unlikely, I'll settle for this beauty:
(http://i.imgur.com/OQ6BU6N.jpg)
Quote from: ming on 21 December, 2013, 04:47:33 PM
I can first remember seeing Edmund's work in BLAAAM! (as E.C. Perriman)...
I had no idea Edmund was E.C. Perriman! :o 'A Single English Rose' was the best thing in
BLAMM! and I was sorry that it didn't continue (or, if it did, I never saw where it carried on). As others have said, Edmund's work on 'Indigo Prime' - especially his use of colour, I think - was exceptional and we have lost another great talent.
On my way here to say something about Edmund Bagwell and discovered that Chris Cornell's just died at 52! :(
Horrible news. Chris Cornell. I'm absolutely gutted. Just... NO.
I know the purists hated it (or so I heard) but for me Chris Cornell's "You Know My Name" for Casino Royale is the Best.Bond.Theme.Ever. Too many talented people dying far too young. RIP
This is a very sad news. He was a very talented singer and songwriter so misery and again so young.
Aw man, not Chris Cornell? That's just not right. I love Soundgarden. Feel I should be able to articulate something more profound, but his passing is a hard one to process. One hell of a voice, one hell of a songwriter.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 16 May, 2017, 05:31:00 PM
His earliest Judge Dredd art is a stand-out. Signalled a great talent.
(http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff248/burlearth/JOOVZ16.jpg~original)
I never copped that was Edmund Bagwell. Was just thinking about that story yesterday, and how amazing it was (John and Edmund somehow wringing real comedy out of young teenagers dying in their droves).
And Cradlegrave was simply one of the best stories ever to appear in the prog. Goodbye Edmund.
Sorry to hear about Chris Cornell - I was never hugely into Soundgarden but their music was a massive part of my youth.
R.I.P Chris Cornell
I didn't ever actively listen to Soundgarden, being born too late for the grunge thing...however they did feature a bit on my favorite PS1 game growing up, Road Rash. Thanks for the memories, no matter how violent they may have been.
I am profoundly saddened by the 22 murdered children, kids, and parents in Manchester. RIP. :'(
Aye, it's tragedy beyond imagining. I'm at that stage of my life where my every minute seems to involve dropping off or collecting children from one thing or another, and the thought of those parents waiting outside, or those still waiting, breaks my heart. RIP.
My heart goes out to all those caught up in Manchester last night.
James Bond actor Roger Moore has died age 89.
filippo
Horrific. I can't begin to imagine what many families are going through following the attack in Manchester.
Just heard about Roger Moore passing away. My favourite Bond. The Spy Who Loved Me was, I think, the first film I saw in the cinema without my parents (a quick check confirms it wasn't The Incredible Melting Man or Star Wars). Spy Who Loved Me featured some state of the art gadgets such as: an LCD digital watch.
Also US comic artist Rich Buckler, whose work I first became aware of in Fantastic Four. He followed in the footsteps of Kirby, Romita and Buscema. No pressure there, I bet.
The Manchester Arena attack has hit me closer to my core than any other incident of this nature, I lived in the arenas shadow in my formative years, have attend countless concerts there and is, as ugly as it may be, very much a part of the cities image. Children and adults alike went there yesterday to have fun, to celebrate life and make memories. They didn't deserve this, I am utterly devastated.
RIP
Sir Roger Moore (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40018422), 89
(http://www.2000ad.org/covers/2000ad/hires/119.jpg)
Manchester and Roger Moore are two of my favourite things. Hope everyone impacted gets through it.
Events such as this should not make you want to turn to violence, but I really want to stove Kayie Hopkins' head in with a shovel.
Did this for Sir Roger Moore tonight :(
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Good one. Love the eyebrow.
As a child of the 70's I grew up with Sir Roger as my favourite James Bond and had many fond memories of him. I know most people prefer Sean (and I have nothing against him) but the Moore Bonds edged it for me.
Quote from: Tony Angelino on 23 May, 2017, 10:20:36 PM
Good one. Love the eyebrow.
As a child of the 70's I grew up with Sir Roger as my favourite James Bond and had many fond memories of him. I know most people prefer Sean (and I have nothing against him) but the Moore Bonds edged it for me.
Yeah - I think people of our age regard Roger Moore as James Bond in the same way we'll regard Tom Baker as Doctor Who, even if we can appreciate other actors who have taken those roles.
I have always thought Connery is the quintessential Bond, but I loved Moore. His bond films are so much fun!!!!! Arguably the best of any Bond actors run. He was great too in films such as 'The Wild Geese', 'Gold', 'Shout at the devil' and 'North Sea Highjack'. Great boys own adventure films which sadly you don't get too see much of now. Our heroes nowadays sadly seem to have to be portrayed as 'broken' etc etc. Rest in Peace Roger!
I decided to flick through the 2017 deaths list on Wikipeida to remind myself who we have lost this year so far and found some surprises that I had completely missed!
Shigeru Kōyama - Japanese actor who I was most familiar as Fuse in Beyond Outrage
Hiroki Matsukata - Japanese actor played Tetsuya from Battles Without Honor And Humanity series
Tsunehiko Watase - Also from the Battles... series
George The Animal Steele - Wrestler
Ivan Koloff, A.K.A The Russian Bear - Wrestler
Rosey - Wrestler, former tag team partner with The Hurricane
And most shockingly to me Nicky Hayden, Moto GP rider and championship winner. Which happened the same day as the Manchester Arena bombing which is probably why I found out about it via Wikipedia.
R.I.P Kentucky Kid. Taken way too soon.
Statesboro blues... RIP Gregg Allman
Blue Peter legend John Noakes. :(
I always remember him leaping out of an aeroplane and parachuting to the ground. They seemed to take some risks with presenters in those days. Since the presenters weren't paid too well the Beeb decided it could afford to lose a few. Sad news to hear he's gone.
If you listen carefully you could hear him shout "Shiiiiiiiiii..." on the way down
Taliesin Myrddin Namkai-Meche and Ricky John Best (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-40073974), killed after defending two teenage girls from a white supremacist.
Quote from: sheridan on 29 May, 2017, 04:38:15 PM
Taliesin Myrddin Namkai-Meche and Ricky John Best (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-40073974), killed after defending two teenage girls from a white supremacist.
Disgusting that these two gentleman lost their lives doing what was right.
The police caught the perpetrator.
Quote from: The Doctor Alt 8 on 31 May, 2017, 03:21:14 PM
Quote from: sheridan on 29 May, 2017, 04:38:15 PM
Taliesin Myrddin Namkai-Meche and Ricky John Best (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-40073974), killed after defending two teenage girls from a white supremacist.
Disgusting that these two gentleman lost their lives doing what was right.
The police caught the perpetrator.
Particularly hit me as I had a friend a few decades ago who was killed trying to break up a fight in a nightclub.
Jack O'Neil - Wetsuit creator and all round badass
(http://i.cdn-surfline.com/surfnews/images/2012/11_november/jack/full/777.jpg)
R.I.P
Another shocking and heart breaking attack in London. RIP to the seven killed by these cowards. :'(
Peter Sallis.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40165443
Regards,
Robin
Quote from: Robin Low on 05 June, 2017, 05:31:15 PM
Peter Sallis.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40165443
Regards,
Robin
R.I.P Peter.
As sad as it is, he did have a good run.
I think Wallace And Gromit with some Wensleydale cheese is on the cards for this evening.
Quote from: Robin Low on 05 June, 2017, 05:31:15 PM
Peter Sallis.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40165443
Regards,
Robin
Sad news. RIP Peter. :(
Foggy and Compo will be waiting.
Quote from: Robin Low on 05 June, 2017, 05:31:15 PM
Peter Sallis.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40165443
Regards,
Robin
Oh blimey, this has hit me in a particularly unexpected way.
I think like most folk my age the Wallace and Gromit animations always filled this brilliant little niche of quaint humor and startlingly good characters (Feathers!) and Sallis turn as the one man comedy voice actor team was brilliant, and the world of Yorkshire's finest just lost a patron saint. A rewatch of all 5 serials is in order, their charm and appeal will out live all of us.
RIP
Adam West
:'(
(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LWXZhgj7v6k/hqdefault.jpg)
Nobody messes with Adam We
R.I.P Adam West.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJdXMrFRDGk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJdXMrFRDGk)
Best. Batman. Ever.
Quote from: Supreme Pizza Of The DPRK on 10 June, 2017, 11:16:32 PM
R.I.P Adam West.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJdXMrFRDGk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJdXMrFRDGk)
Best. Batman. Ever.
There were others?
He's off climbing that great wall in the sky now. RIP
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RIP Adam West. :(
Stephen Furst
Sic Transit Vir (http://www.slate.com/blogs/browbeat/2017/06/17/stephen_furst_flounder_from_animal_house_has_died.html)
Quote from: Eric Plumrose on 18 June, 2017, 06:47:15 AM
Stephen Furst
I bet I'm not the only person who just did Vir's little wave as a goodbye. Far too many of the Babylon 5 cast have died far too young.
QuoteI'd like to live just long enough to be there when they cut off your head and stick it on a pike as a warning to the next ten generations that some favors come with too high a price. I would look up into your lifeless eyes and wave, like this.
Never a truer word spoken. As good as the writing was on B5, the acting quality brought it out. Furst was no exception. Too many now beyond the rim.
RIP Flounder
(https://media.giphy.com/media/eMCo79EjHEgxO/giphy.gif)
Brian Cant from Parkinson's at age 83
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 19 June, 2017, 06:56:34 PM
Brian Cant from Parkinson's at age 83
My very first TV hero, and punchline of my very first joke. I was a big fan of Play School, and I was entranced to find Brian had 'graduated' with me to the far more grown-up Playaway. And how I lived through long hours of the test-card to be rewarded by his voice on Camberwick Green. He hove back into my awareness with the unmissable Great Egg Race, and finally (for me) working with Lee and Herring. Just a huge part of my personal cultural landscape. RIP.
WHAT? Are you sure? :o
bloody hell that show has had a run of bad luck with it's stars dieing off...
Quote from: The Doctor Alt 8 on 21 June, 2017, 12:38:27 AM
WHAT? Are you sure? :o
bloody hell that show has had a run of bad luck with it's stars dieing off...
Yup. Cant. Paul Danquah. Wally Whyton. Johnny Silvo. Sarah Long. Not to mention Buffy, Mopsy, Peter, Benjamin, and Becky. All gone.
Michael Nyqvist, 56.
Star of the original Girl with the dragon Tattoo and more recently mission impossible 4 and John Wick.
Paddington Bear writer Michael Bond aged 91
Quote from: rogue69 on 28 June, 2017, 01:27:56 PM
Paddington Bear writer Michael Bond aged 91
Called back to deepest, darkest Peru I'm sure. I'm very sad about this news. RIP sir. :(
Quote from: rogue69 on 28 June, 2017, 01:27:56 PM
Paddington Bear writer Michael Bond aged 91
Utterly devastating, some of the most gentke, charming, engrossing and just plain wholesome childrens books ever written.
He was, by all accounts, as decent and kindly as his most famous creation. The Paddington books were some of the first ones I was able to find for myself and check out of the children's section of our local library. I loved them, and the line drawings by Peggy Fortnum, and the wonderful tv cartoons that followed. When I think of Paddington's voice it is Michael Horden I hear.
Possibly it is reading to much into simple books for children but the themes of evacuees, refugees, acceptance, kindness and decency contained within still speak to me of the country we used to be, and one we can still become.
World book day tweeted Paddington's famous label yesterday: "Please look after this Bear" with the simple comment "We will"
Quote from: Eamonn Clarke on 29 June, 2017, 09:05:25 AM
He was, by all accounts, as decent and kindly as his most famous creation. The Paddington books were some of the first ones I was able to find for myself and check out of the children's section of our local library. I loved them, and the line drawings by Peggy Fortnum, and the wonderful tv cartoons that followed. When I think of Paddington's voice it is Michael Horden I hear.
Possibly it is reading to much into simple books for children but the themes of evacuees, refugees, acceptance, kindness and decency contained within still speak to me of the country we used to be, and one we can still become.
World book day tweeted Paddington's famous label yesterday: "Please look after this Bear" with the simple comment "We will"
(guiltily) I didn't realise he was still alive. Glad he got to see his greatest creation get the Hollywood treatment (it's a good film too).
Quote from: sheridan on 29 June, 2017, 12:45:20 PM
(guiltily) I didn't realise he was still alive. Glad he got to see his greatest creation get the Hollywood treatment (it's a good film too).
And by Hollywood, I mean Paddington was co-produced by "French company StudioCanal and the British company Heyday Films"
A childhood favourite:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k80uOImviFc
The best Easter egg I ever got was a Paddington one. It had jelly marmalade sandwiches inside.
film critic Barry Norman aged 83
My memories of Barry Norman will always be as a kid sneaking out of bed to creep to the top of the stairs to listen to Film coming up from the living room TV. I would choose the moment to ask for a glass of water when I thought a film clip was imminent. My parents were none the wiser. I still remember that one such ruse led to me watching a farm boy and a princess swing across a chasm away from the white-suited bad guys.
Quote from: Heath C Ackley on 01 July, 2017, 04:24:03 PM
My memories of Barry Norman will always be as a kid sneaking out of bed to creep to the top of the stairs to listen to Film coming up from the living room TV. I would choose the moment to ask for a glass of water when I thought a film clip was imminent. My parents were none the wiser. I still remember that one such ruse led to me watching a farm boy and a princess swing across a chasm away from the white-suited bad guys.
That film rings a bell - not this one is it?
(https://s3.drafthouse.com/images/made/382341_full_240_350_81_s_c1.jpg)
A film that somehow manages to have a main spaceship which looks phallic and yonic at the same time...
My Barry Norman memory is watching him comment on the royal premiere of Labyrinth, having just come home from the cinema to see it (premiers don't seem to occur on the same day as general releases these days).
Er...no I was thinking of something more popular than that particular epic. (All that I recall of Battle was Sybil Danning - strange that).
Back to the late Barry Norman. With his father a director back in the 40s/50s/60s he was born in the film industry. His reviews were filled with honesty and wit. I can recall his interviews with directors and actors - especially with Spielberg and Tarantino - as being particularly good.
Not all appreciated his talents though, John Wayne once ended a interview by calling him a 'pinko'!
Quote from: Heath C Ackley on 01 July, 2017, 08:38:53 PM
Er...no I was thinking of something more popular than that particular epic. (All that I recall of Battle was Sybil Danning - strange that).
Back to the late Barry Norman. With his father a director back in the 40s/50s/60s he was born in the film industry. His reviews were filled with honesty and wit. I can recall his interviews with directors and actors - especially with Spielberg and Tarantino - as being particularly good.
Not all appreciated his talents though, John Wayne once ended a interview by calling him a 'pinko'!
Well, I don't hear much good about John Wayne, so that must be a vote of confidence.
Carol Lee Scott, actress and singer, 74. Most famous as Grotbags from various Rod Hull and Emu series (plus a few stand-alone series).
Joan Lee, wife of Stan Lee, at the age of 93:
http://www.cbr.com/joan-lee-dead-at-93/
The story of they met all those years ago sounds like something out of those old romance comics Lee and Kirby used to create back in the 60s and 70s.
Father of the modern zombie genre George A Romero age 77.
filippo
That's sad news. Romero's impact on my favourite genre of cinema is absolutely incalculable. A great loss.
Not to worry, he'll most likely be back in a day or two.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 16 July, 2017, 11:30:58 PM
Not to worry, he'll most likely be back in a day or two.
It writes itself, I tell you!
Martin Landau, best known as Commander Koenig in Space 1999, and Bela Lugosi in Ed Wood.
NOOOOOOOOOO .....
the Rulers of Luton have finally been victorious.
That is unfortunate news about both George Romero and Martin Landau. :'( A zombie Space 1999 might have been fun though most critics believe the series was a reanimated Star Trek anyway. Pah, what do they know?
Sam Glanzman
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 17 July, 2017, 09:30:05 AM
That is unfortunate news about both George Romero and Martin Landau. :'( A zombie Space 1999 might have been fun though most critics believe the series was a reanimated Star Trek anyway. Pah, what do they know?
Exactly, you don't get women's hair inexplicable going purple when they go to the moon in Trek!
I thought the purple hair was a Gabrielle Drake U.F.O. thing?
Ah, 'tis true. Moonbase Alpha was more of a Flare zone whereas Trek went for the kinky boots. No wonder Trek won.
Moonbase Alpha also had Maya, with whom I was hopelessly in love.
Love to see a remake.
There was work on it a few years ago, Space 2099. A website set up and artwork. Unfortunately it looks like it died a death.
Trever Baxter, aka Proffeser Litefoot of Doctor Who and Jago and Litefoot fame. A scarily tragic loss, the recent run on audio has been one of the best things ever, its just brilliant sci-fi.
Landis was absolutely brilliant as Lugosi.
Romero will also be a great loss. Without him there would be no The Walking Dead or World War Z or Judgement Day or the seminal art house classic that is Zombie Strippers.
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 16 July, 2017, 10:29:48 PM
Father of the modern zombie genre George A Romero age 77.
filippo
This is super sad news. Romero is/was an absolute legend, and seemed a genuinely decent chap to boot. RIP.
Chester Bennigton, on his late best buddy's birthday (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-40676530)
Really sad news, he had an amazing voice, and so damn young. They made a heap of brilliant music, that seemed to get overlooked a lot because of the 'nu-metal' tag they got lumped with early on (A Thousand Suns is one of my all-time favourite albums). Sad times.
All the more shocking that Bennington took his own life.
It's hard to overstate Linkin Park's importance in the early 2000s - I recall me and a few mates at the time decided to take a pass on one of their concerts purely because we didn't fancy being stuck in a crowd of 12 year olds. LP were as big a part of metal's transition to a mainstream genre as having Ozzy Ozbourne in Hello, and it's a shame they don't often get the credit for that.
Farewell to the lovely Deborah Watling.
Another member of the TARDIS family has left us - I hope she's reunited with her dad who she adored.
Actor John Heard.
Quote from: Goaty on 22 July, 2017, 02:36:36 PM
Actor John Heard.
Better known as dad from Home Alone. :(
Quote from: Andy Lambert on 21 July, 2017, 06:39:00 PM
Farewell to the lovely Deborah Watling.
Another member of the TARDIS family has left us - I hope she's reunited with her dad who she adored.
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40684318).
Joh Beard was magnificent in The Sopranos. Sorry to hear this.
The sad demise of Buttonman's participation in the art competitions (https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2017/jul/24/microsoft-paint-kill-off-after-32-years-graphics-editing-program?CMP=twt_gu).
In even sadder news Pete 'Chopper' Wells weapon if choice is still at large...
RIP RIP
"This is phrase is unbiblical, un-Protestant, and a form of superstition connected to Catholicism"
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-40705687 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-40705687)
Let's just ignore the fact that that attitude is also unbiblical. The first episode of Ballykissangel gave a perfect example of how wrong this attitude is. The priest busts a gasket to get to a dying parishioner to give him the last rights. He is berated for it, being told that it was too late for the man in question. He angrily responds that it matters to the wife. That's the whole thing. It is about the needs and feelings of those affected by the loss.
Muppets!
Quote from: Steve Green on 25 July, 2017, 01:27:26 PM
RIP RIP
"This is phrase is unbiblical, un-Protestant, and a form of superstition connected to Catholicism"
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-40705687 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-40705687)
To be expected from a vile organisation that has too many times been allowed to stoke sectarianism, and promote division.
For a supposed Christian organisation, and as has been pointed out, they have very little Christian spirit or decency.
Quote from: I, Cosh on 25 July, 2017, 07:40:47 AM
The sad demise of Buttonman's participation in the art competitions (https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2017/jul/24/microsoft-paint-kill-off-after-32-years-graphics-editing-program?CMP=twt_gu).
Quick doctor, this patient's not dead!
Paint has been given a reprieve!
Robert Hardy and Hywel Bennett.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40818839?ocid=socialflow_facebook&ns_mchannel=social&ns_campaign=bbcnews&ns_source=facebook
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40814843
I am absolutely gutted at the passing of Robert Hardy. I enjoyed so many of his roles, but his Siegfried Farnon is one I am continuously envious of and I wish almost daily I could live with that sort of joie de vivre. A truly sad loss. RIP Mr. Hardy and thank you. :'(
actor Haruo Nakajima - best known for being the man inside the suit of Godzilla - passed away at the age of 88 years old.
Country and folk singer genius Glen Campbell has died aged 81, after finally succumbing to Alzheimer's disease.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uX1aB_SdE6E
Bruce Forsyth.
Didn't he do well...
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 18 August, 2017, 04:56:08 PM
Bruce Forsyth.
Didn't he do well...
89 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40978576)
Quote from: sheridan on 18 August, 2017, 04:56:38 PM
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 18 August, 2017, 04:56:08 PM
Bruce Forsyth.
Didn't he do well...
89 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40978576)
Good game! Good game!
Aw. :(
It was nice to see you Bruce. To see you.... :lol:
What a great bunch of mourners you are. So much better than the ones we had last week...
The 14 innocent people in Catalonia murdered by pathetic twisted scum
All my sympathies to the people of Spain at this terrible time.oblivion awaits the trash that did it.
Alas another star has gone out.
Sonny Landham he of Predator fame.
http://www.tmz.com/2017/08/18/predator-fighter-sonny-landham-dies-at-76/
Artist Alfonso Azpiri has died.
RIP Sonny Landham, i was in a film with him, nice guy.
You used to act tank? Cool!
Quote from: Steve Green on 19 August, 2017, 09:34:44 AM
Artist Alfonso Azpiri has died.
Sad news - as well as his mainland European work he illustrated all but the first three Tornado Blackhawk episodes.
Ah no - Jerry Lewis (http://www.latimes.com/local/obituaries/la-me-jerry-lewis-20170820-story.html).
Damn, sorry to hear Jerry Lewis has gone to the Comedy circuit in the sky.
Sci Fi author Brian Aldiss (http://www.thebookseller.com/news/brian-aldiss-dies-aged-92-614886) has died at 92. RIP. :(
Nooo! Rotten weekend and a rotten Monday.
Quote from: von Boom on 21 August, 2017, 04:49:57 PM
Sci Fi author Brian Aldiss (http://www.thebookseller.com/news/brian-aldiss-dies-aged-92-614886) has died at 92. RIP. :(
His Great Year has finally ended. Now there's a writer who completely changed my view of SF, practically introduced teenage me to the importance of historical context in art and literature, and to the notion of Gaian systems. I've bored more people with Aldiss insights passed off as my own than almost any other author (well, maybe he's tied with Pinker there). May his spirit return to the Original Beholder.
Another great talent worth celebrating.
Tobe Hooper, director of 'Salem's Lot and Poltergeist, amongst others
This year is turning into a rerun of 2016! Tobe Hooper did excellent work in the horror genre. Salem's Lot will live in my memory as one of the scariest television shows I've ever seen.
Salem' s Lot was a brilliant adaptation. I remember how people talked about it for days after that first broadcast.
Hooper was a fine director, unfortunately overlooked by the business due to the furore over his first movie. Yet, watching Chainsaw again years after the whole video nasty debacle, it surprised me how shots and scenes were almost arthouse in style. It was one of the first documentary style horror films but there was an discordant abstraction to it all. And that soundtrack! It made my skin crawl and my brain itch!
Yeah it only really hit me today while I was listening to Mick Garris' Post Mortem podcast (the latest episode is a Wes Craven tribute) that we lost Craven, Romero and Hooper in a really short period. Very sad, and knowing how tight that masters of horror community is you know it'll have hit a lot of those guys incredibly hard.
Quote from: Keef Monkey on 31 August, 2017, 01:42:26 PM
Yeah it only really hit me today while I was listening to Mick Garris' Post Mortem podcast (the latest episode is a Wes Craven tribute) that we lost Craven, Romero and Hooper in a really short period. Very sad, and knowing how tight that masters of horror community is you know it'll have hit a lot of those guys incredibly hard.
We urgently need to find a way to protect John Carpenter whilst we've still got him! I'd suggest placing him in a tube of liquid underneath an abandoned church, infecting ourselves with his invasive DNA, or finding him a girl with green eyes to marry.
Quote from: Greg M. on 31 August, 2017, 03:06:50 PM
Quote from: Keef Monkey on 31 August, 2017, 01:42:26 PM
Yeah it only really hit me today while I was listening to Mick Garris' Post Mortem podcast (the latest episode is a Wes Craven tribute) that we lost Craven, Romero and Hooper in a really short period. Very sad, and knowing how tight that masters of horror community is you know it'll have hit a lot of those guys incredibly hard.
We urgently need to find a way to protect John Carpenter whilst we've still got him! I'd suggest placing him in a tube of liquid underneath an abandoned church, infecting ourselves with his invasive DNA, or finding him a girl with green eyes to marry.
Ha! :D
Quote from: Greg M. on 31 August, 2017, 03:06:50 PM
Quote from: Keef Monkey on 31 August, 2017, 01:42:26 PM
Yeah it only really hit me today while I was listening to Mick Garris' Post Mortem podcast (the latest episode is a Wes Craven tribute) that we lost Craven, Romero and Hooper in a really short period. Very sad, and knowing how tight that masters of horror community is you know it'll have hit a lot of those guys incredibly hard.
We urgently need to find a way to protect John Carpenter whilst we've still got him! I'd suggest placing him in a tube of liquid underneath an abandoned church, infecting ourselves with his invasive DNA, or finding him a girl with green eyes to marry.
Or appearing in Body Bags...?
Richard Anderson (http://www.denofgeek.com/us/tv/richard-anderson/267345/six-million-dollar-man-star-richard-anderson-dead-at-91), 91.
Richard Anderson was in Kubrick's Paths of Glory as an Officer, who despite his seeming indifference, realised the enormity of the crime the Generals were committing in executing the three soldiers. His acting made the scene where he reads out the charge of death by firing squad to the condemned men memorable and humane.
Steely Dan guitarist and co-founder Walter Becker died aged of 67.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 01 September, 2017, 01:25:31 PM
Richard Anderson was in Kubrick's Paths of Glory as an Officer, who despite his seeming indifference, realised the enormity of the crime the Generals were committing in executing the three soldiers. His acting made the scene where he reads out the charge of death by firing squad to the condemned men memorable and humane.
It's a superbly understated piece of acting, possibly the best scene in an extraordinary film. RIP.
Quote from: sheridan on 01 September, 2017, 01:12:18 PM
Richard Anderson (http://www.denofgeek.com/us/tv/richard-anderson/267345/six-million-dollar-man-star-richard-anderson-dead-at-91), 91.
I didn't recognise the name until I clicked the link. Oscar Goldman. A legend.
Quote from: SuperSurfer on 04 September, 2017, 12:52:01 PM
Quote from: sheridan on 01 September, 2017, 01:12:18 PM
Richard Anderson (http://www.denofgeek.com/us/tv/richard-anderson/267345/six-million-dollar-man-star-richard-anderson-dead-at-91), 91.
I didn't recognise the name until I clicked the link. Oscar Goldman. A legend.
When Lee Majors goes a part of me will too. I can't remember if I bought 2000AD for the Space Spinner, but I know I bought it for the Biotronic stickers.
Regards,
Robin
He's still alive, kicking and working for now at least, including playing Ash's Dad in Ash Vs Evil Dead. In series 2, and apparently 3 too. A brilliant match, I reckon. Probably even better than Campbell's original idea: William Shatner, in looks at least.
Quote from: O Lucky Stevie! on 23 January, 2017, 03:13:31 AM
Can drummer Jaki Liebezeit, aged 78.
Now sadly followed by Holger Czukay (https://pitchfork.com/news/cans-holger-czukay-dead-at-79/) at 79.
Science fiction author Jerry Pournelle (http://www.sfwa.org/2017/09/memoriam-jerry-pournelle/) passed away on the 8th. RIP.
Sheesh! I remember picking through a number of his pieces back in the day. Aside from his collaborations with Larry Niven, work such as 'Jannisaries' were a tidy piece of writing.
I guess we shouldn't be too surprised that the heroes of our younger days are now passing on considering how long in the tooth some of us are getting.
Len Wein. Writer/creator of Wolverine, Swamp Thing, editor of Claremont/Cockrum/Byrne revival of Uncanny X-Men, editor of Watchmen... it's a long list. A sad loss.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 10 September, 2017, 10:26:51 PM
Len Wein. Writer/creator of Wolverine, Swamp Thing, editor of Claremont/Cockrum/Byrne revival of Uncanny X-Men, editor of Watchmen... it's a long list. A sad loss.
:(
filippo
That is a shame. One of the earliest American comics I can remember making an impact on me was his surprisingly vicious Werewolf By Night mini in Marvel Comics Presents.
What a roll call of excellence! Swamp Thing with Bernie Wrightson and Co creator of Wolverine, D.C and Marvel should pay for his funeral. Damn fine talent.
Wein and Wrightson will forever be immortalised within the industry for creating Swamp Thing, undoubtedly one of the corner stone characters of the entire medium.
RIP
Sad to hear about Len Wein passing away. One of those creators who was a constant throughout my youth. Fond memories of the first appearance of Wolverine in the pages of Mighty World of Marvel.
(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/9c/0b/81/9c0b818347cac99a29a67449dca7563d.jpg)
Just read about the passing of Len Wein. Very sad news, a man whose characters have had such a massive influence on mainstream comics that few can match.
Very sad news indeed.
Grant Hart drummer with Husker Du. Damn, 'It makes no sense at all.'
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-41274059
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 14 September, 2017, 10:20:24 PM
Grant Hart drummer with Husker Du. Damn, 'It makes no sense at all.'
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-41274059
Disappointed in the beeb's reporting there, an entire article about Hüsker Dü and not one umlaut.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 14 September, 2017, 10:20:24 PM
Grant Hart drummer with Husker Du. Damn, 'It makes no sense at all.'
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-41274059
Very sad. I did have hopes of a reunion since they were getting along enough to get some early material remastered and reissued.
Gutted. Grant Hart was a formative influence on my life. RIP South Saint Paul's finest son. Z
The Cassini Space Probe (https://www.theguardian.com/science/live/2017/sep/15/cassinis-final-moments-nasa-spacecraft-to-begin-saturn-death-plunge-live). Thanks for all the great work.
Sad to hear about the passing of Grant Hart. Husker Du produced some damned fine music.
His solo stuff is worth listening to as well. Run Run Run to the Centre Pompidou is absurdly catchy.
Quote from: CalHab on 15 September, 2017, 01:53:37 PM
His solo stuff is worth listening to as well. Run Run Run to the Centre Pompidou is absurdly catchy.
Aye. His first solo album, Intolerance, is a gem and completely not what you'd expect from a member of Husker Du.
This would have been sad at any time but it seems a little bit more touching simply because I've been really enjoying listening to this new Savage Young Du (http://www.npr.org/2017/09/05/547856047/first-listen-husker-du-savage-young-du-disc-two) compilation all week.
RIP Harry Dean Stanton, always great in his roles.
Quote from: Goaty on 16 September, 2017, 12:11:21 AM
RIP Harry Dean Stanton, always great in his roles.
That is sad. Made a good age and had what sounds like a good life and man was he great in some great films.
Quote from: Colin YNWA on 16 September, 2017, 08:25:32 AM
Quote from: Goaty on 16 September, 2017, 12:11:21 AM
RIP Harry Dean Stanton, always great in his roles.
That is sad. Made a good age and had what sounds like a good life and man was he great in some great films.
"Right." His demise in the jaws of the Alien will always be one of my fave film moments.
Sad news. He was great in Repo Man as well, not mention Paris, Texas and various Lynch films.
Quote from: Goaty on 16 September, 2017, 12:11:21 AM
RIP Harry Dean Stanton, always great in his roles.
Agree with what everyone has said - perfect in every role I've seen him in. Travis in
Paris Texas and Brett in
Alien are the standouts of course, but I have particularly fond memories of the ubiquity of his face in pretty much every Wild-West TV series I watched as a kid (and there were a lot). I also found his test-run character in
The Green Mile very affecting, in a movie full of larger-than-life characters he made a grotesque part believable. RIP.
Just watching Repo Man now...
Stanton was brilliant in every role he took on. I was amazed and confused by his little cameo in The Avengers!
Sad news about Stanton. Always a memorable performer. RIP.
Aye, RIP Mr Stanton. Brett in Alien, of course, but wonderful in so many other films.
Quote from: Spikes on 16 September, 2017, 04:16:43 PM
Aye, RIP Mr Stanton. Brett in Alien, of course, but wonderful in so many other films.
We followed up Repo Man with Pretty in Pink and Inland Empire (I thought I had a copy of Wild At Heart, but can't find it atm).
WWE wrestling legend, manager and commentator Bobby "The Brain" Heenan died has aged 73.
Jake LaMotta, which Raging Bull film based on, has died aged 96.
William G Stewart (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-41353273), 84, host of 15 to 1.
Really loved 15 to 1 (in original form) and William G Stewarts straight edge but cheeky presenting style had a lot to do with that.
Rentaquote MP Teddy Taylor (supported capital punishment and apartheid, opposed to Sunday trading, abortion and legalisation of homosexuality)
Quote from: Colin YNWA on 21 September, 2017, 08:43:18 PM
Really loved 15 to 1 (in original form) and William G Stewarts straight edge but cheeky presenting style had a lot to do with that.
I love quiz shows (as opposed to game shows) - 15 to 1, University Challenge, and anything else where they stick to challenging questions that aren't fixated on sports, 'celeb' culture and soap operas.
Super horrified to hear the news of the loss of the great Charles Bradley. We saw him at Glastonbury three years ago - I knew we'd enjoy the Daptone Records Super Soul Revue but seeing Bradley in the flesh blew us away. The rain was getting more and more intense during his set and during an extended instrumental he leapt from the stage to the front of the crowd where he stood and got soaked with us. The band were becoming increasingly strained as they wanted to pick up the song where it had left off but Bradley wouldn't clamber back until the gloriously named Daptone compere Mr Binky Griptite changed places with him. A pleasure and an honour to see him live. What a performer.
(https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/images/ic/960x540/p01br4sd.jpg)
I am, unfortunately almost completely ignorant of Charles Bradley, apart from his performance in Luke Cage- which was instrumental in my purchase of the soundtrack.
A superb vocal performance.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 24 September, 2017, 08:38:25 AM
Super horrified to hear the news of the loss of the great Charles Bradley.... A pleasure and an honour to see him live. What a performer.
I didn't know any of the back story but I saw him supporting Afghan Whigs a couple of years ago and he was, indeed, a terrific live act. RIP.
Randy Scouse Git and father in law of Tony Blair, Anthony Booth aged 85.
filippo
Between Anthony Booth, Liz Dawn, and former Newcastle Utd. Chairman Freddy Shepherd, 'tis truly is a shocking day today!!! :'( :(
Dirty old bugger Hugh Hefner.
I bet the wake will be interesting!
In before: "Thanks for the mammaries".
Yep. Will Hugh be the only stiff there?
As comedian Jamie Dalgleish noted; "His current wife must feel like she's won the shagging version of THE HUNGER GAMES".
Sheffield comedian Bobby Knutt. Star of Benidorm, and husband of the late Donna Hartley-Wass (the blonde lass from Conan The Destroyer). :(
*sigh* Tom Petty. (https://www.unilad.co.uk/articles/tom-petty-has-died-aged-66/)
So sad to hear of Tom Petty's passing. Such a great musician and songwriter. :'( :'( :'(
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 02 October, 2017, 09:10:28 PM
*sigh* Tom Petty. (https://www.unilad.co.uk/articles/tom-petty-has-died-aged-66/)
Now reportedly still alive, just (http://www.tmz.com/2017/10/02/tom-petty-found-unconscious-full-cardiac-arrest/) but sadly not expected to recover.
His family has now said he has passed away.
Very sad about Tom Petty. At his best a fantastic musician.
Gutted to hear about Tom Petty. The legends are going now, and there's no-one breaking through to replace 'em.
Quote from: DrRocka on 03 October, 2017, 07:57:51 AM
Gutted to hear about Tom Petty. The legends are going now, and there's no-one breaking through to replace 'em.
What about Harry Styles?
Quote from: JamesC on 03 October, 2017, 09:55:58 AM
Quote from: DrRocka on 03 October, 2017, 07:57:51 AM
Gutted to hear about Tom Petty. The legends are going now, and there's no-one breaking through to replace 'em.
What about Harry Styles?
Harry Styles isn't going to keep the cable cars running in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Zayne, maybe.
It's probably a grave sin that I prefer his Traveling Wilburys contributions to almost everything else, but no doubt that he was the real deal. RIP, Tom.
Also desperately sad to hear about Tom Petty. Got me through many a dismal accountancy exam. Rip.
Very sad indeed. I loved his stuff back during my college days. I'm another who loved the Wilbury stuff in particular but loads of it was great.
Love me a bit of Tom Petty. I thought he was a lot older, but maybe that's because I am.
Comedian Sean Hughes (51) ...
Yeah very sad to hear about the passing of Sean Hughes at only 51. Very funny and from all reports I've heard, pleasent man.
Was he ill? It seems so sudden and he was so young.
Shocking and sad about Sean Hughes.
Roy Dotrice who appeared in Space 1999 and various other stuff.
https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2017/oct/16/roy-dotrice-obituary
Quote from: Rara Avis on 16 October, 2017, 01:26:46 PM
Was he ill? It seems so sudden and he was so young.
His last tweet, sent on 8 October, simply reads:
In hospital.
:'(
The comedian was believed to have been suffering from cirrhosis of the liver and died in London's Whittington Hospital. (http://www.independent.ie/entertainment/hugelypopular-irish-comedian-and-actor-sean-hughes-dies-aged-51-36231384.html)
A great comedian. I loved his Ch4 show. Sadly missed.
Terrible about Sean Hughes, he was a major hit in our house back in the early 90s, and a nice guy by all accounts. Ridiculously young.
Also sorry to see Roy Dotrice's passing, his unique ASoIaF readings have given me countless hours of pleasure over the years.
Loved Sean's Show (and is it possible to read or write those two words without the tune Seanie's Show entering the head?) and saddened that the coverage didn't mention it more, as it's what he would have have liked his legacy to be, rather than 'team captain, nmtb'. Sobering that he'd have been in a hospital I passed on my way home from work (and that I've also spent a few weeks in).
Shame about Sean. Loved Sean's Show - obviously influenced by Garry Shandling's Show... another we lost too early.
Just found out that John Dunsworth has died.
R.I.P Mr Lahey
https://youtu.be/oo9Ip9FHODo
the great music legend Fats Domino has passed away aged 89
Celebrity Italian chef Antonio Carluccio, has died aged 80
Shame about Carluccio. I enjoyed some his antics with Gennaro Contaldo. RIP.
Higgins from Magnum P.I. John Hillerman has died at the age of 84
Chuck Mosley original vocalist for Faith No More, died at the age of 57
Malcolm Young founding member of AC/DC has passed away
Rock legend
Just saw the news about Malcolm Young. The man had mighty riffs. RIP.
Manson - good riddance. Glad to see the back of him
Rodney Bewes.
Loved him as Bob Ferris in Likely Lads :( :(
That's sad, they were just getting ready to celebrate his 80th birthday on BBC Radio 4 Extra.
aw, really was part of my youth... was allowed up late to see Whatever happened to...
A common experience, it seems! I never found Likely Lads as utterly hilarious as my Dad did, but I definitely appreciated him thinking I would. Bewes was one of those actors who appeared effortlessly comfortable in everything, but still managed to inject an edge into otherwise cosy characters. RIP.
Gutted at this. I am a huge Likely Lads fan as in fanatic. Lovely reflective comedy with a melancholic edge.
Bye Rodney/Bob.
Google Richard Herring's post about meeting Bewes and his subsequent anecdote about Jimi Hendrix.
Marvellous!
WHTTLLads is possibly the best sitcom this country ever produced.
Shame he and Bolam never made it up.
Rest in peace, kidda.
singer & teen heartthrob David Cassidy has died aged 67 after suffering acute liver and kidney failure.
Quote from: karlos on 22 November, 2017, 10:29:14 AM
Google Richard Herring's post about meeting Bewes and his subsequent anecdote about Jimi Hendrix.
Marvellous!
WHTTLLads is possibly the best sitcom this country ever produced.
Shame he and Bolam never made it up.
Rest in peace, kidda.
Love the Hendrix anecdote - I suspect someone has been mucking about with Bewes' Wiki page however - surely this can't be true:
QuoteIn 1984, he successfully toured art centres in the UK with his one-man stage version of the dystopian sci-fi movie, Rollerball.
Quote from: TordelBack on 21 November, 2017, 08:16:40 PM
A common experience, it seems! I never found Likely Lads as utterly hilarious as my Dad did, but I definitely appreciated him thinking I would.
Same!
Still I thought Thelma would be capable of all kinds of things... ahem... in the right hands :-[ ;) :D
and I've used the classic 'I'd offer you a drink but I've only got the four' a few times...
Ulli Lommel
Boogeyman Down (https://rue-morgue.com/rip-the-boogey-man-director-ulli-lommel-comments-from-a-collaborator/)
Christine Keeler.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/amp/uk-politics-42245839 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/amp/uk-politics-42245839)
Max Clifford. (http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/max-clifford-dead-disgraced-pr-11670394)
Leaves the world no poorer.
I would like to see Louis Theroux's thoughts on his passing.
Keith Chegwin, at 60.
Cheggers Plays Pop Yer Clogs.
That's genius! I'm nicking that one for Facebook!
Heh, be my guest.
Poor old Cheggers! I was a big fan of Swop Shop (The awesome [if largely unrealised] concept! Valley of the Dinosaurs cartoon! The stuffed T-Rex! Maggie Philbin!), so Keith was a big figure in my Saturday morning TV landscape. Not so much his later work. Sorry to hear of his passing.
Quote from: TordelBack on 11 December, 2017, 03:13:55 PMI was a big fan of Swop Shop
Wow, I don't think I've ever met any else who was a fan. Thought I was the only one.
Regards,
Robin
Quote from: Robin Low on 11 December, 2017, 06:19:50 PM
Quote from: TordelBack on 11 December, 2017, 03:13:55 PMI was a big fan of Swop Shop
Wow, I don't think I've ever met any else who was a fan. Thought I was the only one.
Finally! I'm offering an arthritic right knee and periodic black moods, and I'm looking to swap them both for a beachside house somewhere in the Small Cyclades (not picky).
Quote from: TordelBack on 11 December, 2017, 06:53:07 PM
Quote from: Robin Low on 11 December, 2017, 06:19:50 PM
Quote from: TordelBack on 11 December, 2017, 03:13:55 PMI was a big fan of Swop Shop
Wow, I don't think I've ever met any else who was a fan. Thought I was the only one.
Finally! I'm offering an arthritic right knee and periodic black moods, and I'm looking to swap them both for a beachside house somewhere in the Small Cyclades (not picky).
Sorry, but my mum would never let me.
Regards,
Robin
Pat DiNizio of the great band the Smithereens. https://www.yahoo.com/music/pat-dinizio-lead-singer-smithereens-dead-62-142956737.html
Fuck. :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(
Professor Heinz Wolff, a bioengineering pioneer and TV presenter, has died aged 89.
http://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/professor-heinz-wolff-bioengineering-pioneer-and-tv-presenter-dies-aged-89/ar-BBGNOVs?li=BBoPWjQ&ocid=U220DHP
Heather North, the voice of Scooby-Doo's Daphne, dies at 71
Heather Menzies-Urich, who played Louisa Von Trapp in The Sound of Music, has died aged 68.
More pertinent to our tastes, she played Jessica in the Logan's Run tv series, which was a fun bit of 1970s camp. She also played the female lead in Joe Dante's Piranha.
Skizz artist Jim Baikie :(
filippo
Ah crap, I'm sorry to hear that. Skizz was my first 2000AD love, and the reason I started buying the comic regularly. I can never thank Jim enough for that, and for almost every strip he drew thereafter. His grimy realism, pin-sharp story-telling and strong distinctive characters were unique. RIP to a true master, and every sympathy to his family, friends and colleagues.
Very sad news indeed.
RIP Jim Baikie. Skizz was a brilliant work, and will now have extra poignancy when it appears in the 2000AD collection. His work on Dredd was also great - at the start and end of Oz, and its follow-up Hitman. I recently re-read Little Spuggy's Xmas and Strangers on a Zoom, great stories both. Thoughts to his loved ones.
(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/1a/ea/61/1aea6150bfa20fd2c4e7fb3431e24c15.jpg)
Sad news. When I was given a handful of progs as a kid, 308 was the earliest of the batch, containing the first episode of Skizz. The first prog I actually bought was 330, containing the last episode. Much of my early back prog gathering involved filling in the gaps in the Skizz tale. About five years later when I visited Birmingham (also while a child) it was like visiting a film set as I hadn't been to any places that had appeared in fiction before.
Well that's just rubbish news. Such a massive talent. I've mentioned here, at length before my absolute love of Jim Baikie's artwork. He did so many classic Dredds and Skizz, which I adore. For me however his absolute masterpiece was New Statemen with John Smith. Just brilliant.
Very sad to hear of his passing and my thoughts are with his family and friends.
Sad, sad news. As my avatar indicates, Baikie's work on the Dredd story 'Hitman' remains a particularly firm favourite of mine - so full of character. A real loss - sympathies to those closest to him.
So sad to hear of Jim's passing - he drew some classic Dredds (and Skizz of course)
"Some of them are stars" seems apt.
:'(
Yes, very sad news indeed. Jim was an absolutely brilliant artist, and I loved all his work. A true 2000ad legend.
RIP, Mr Baikie
Such awful news about Jim Baikie. A great artist, his Dredd in particular was very dynamic. Unhappy New Year story and as always he left us too soon.
Gutted to hear about Jim Baike, to add to the praise his painted New Statesman art, truly some of the best comics art of all time.
Such sad news about Jim Baikie.
Very sad news, a great artist
Sad news. I would add to what others have said about Baike's work and say that even with all of the talent working on 2000ad then and now, no-one else could have drawn Skizz.
Aw, crap. Sorry to hear that. While I can't quite remember Skizz the first time round, for me the devastating end of Oz will always be etched in my memory. I also have very fond memories of Bloodfang from Eagle - my mother got me the collected version when I was sick in bed as a kid.
Another 2000ad legend gone. Very sad news.
The Cam Kennedy twitter feed posted a link over there - C4 programme 'Signals' from the late 1980s covering amongst other things, the launch of Crisis.
Includes a feature on Jim, amongst others.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9yt_OgoNKo&feature=youtu.be (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9yt_OgoNKo&feature=youtu.be)
Sad news indeed.
Heroes of 2000AD (http://heroesof2000ad.blogspot.co.uk/2016/09/no-82-jim-baikie.html)
Without knowing who he he was (at the time), I loved Jim's artwork in LOOK-IN (along with Noble, Ranson, and Burns, among various others). I remember thinking "Oh, wow! It's that bloke who drewed THE FALL GUY ('scarred bloke with a grudge wanting Colt killed') and CHiPS ('highway biker-man wearing a Popeye mask')" when I saw his artwork in the Prog.
Saddened.
Dedicated Jim Baikie thread (http://forums.2000ad.com/index.php?topic=44991).
Cinamon Hadley - the inspiration for the look of Death from The Sandman, has sadly passed away.
https://www.bleedingcool.com/2018/01/07/cinamon-hadley-woman-inspired-look-death-died/
Motorhead's 'Fast' Eddie Clarke.
Goodbye to Fast fingered Eddie Clark. I guess him, Lemmy and Phil are all rockin' together. :'(
RIP Fast Eddie. Motorhead was part of the soundtrack of my angry youth. :(
Saw Fast Eddie (with a reformed version of Fastway) supporting Saxon only last year (or possibly the previous year) - I think his health had been a bit shaky prior to that, but it was great to see him rocking out on stage once more. Sad to hear of his passing.
Yes, the classic line-up is now all gone. As an punker, this period of Motorhead, was always appreciated.
RIP.
Bella Emberg:
The Blunder Stuff (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42671503)
Dolores O'Riordan (https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/jan/15/cranberries-singer-dolores-oriordan-dies-aged-46), 46, singer with the Cranberries, cause unknown.
Bloody shocked at the death of delores loved the cranberries and such a unique voice
The Cranberries and singer Dolores O' Riordan's melodic voice were part of my 1990's music. She seems to have passed away rather young to so that's always saddening. It surely is a Blue Monday.
Cyrille Regis.
59 died of a heart attack.
A monster of a centre forward and put up with loads of racist shit with complete dignity.
RIP.
David Squires made a lovely tribute cartoon to Regis:
https://www.theguardian.com/football/ng-interactive/2018/jan/16/david-squires-cyrille-regis-one-of-british-footballs-most-important-players
Quote from: CalHab on 17 January, 2018, 03:22:04 PM
David Squires made a lovely tribute cartoon to Regis:
https://www.theguardian.com/football/ng-interactive/2018/jan/16/david-squires-cyrille-regis-one-of-british-footballs-most-important-players
I love David Squire's cartoons - as well as the one he does int he UK guardian he does one on Australian sport for the oz edition - I don't know any of the people he talks about but they're stil great
Peter Wyngarde (https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/gallery/2018/jan/18/from-jason-king-to-flash-gordon-peter-wyngarde-a-life-in-pictures), 90
Fekking love Peter Wyngarde. One of the few folk I would have gone to a comic con for an autograph for. Not going to happen now. 😕
Jim Rodford (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-42760180), 76, Kinks and Zombies bassist.
After a long but hard-fought battle with leukemia, Bob Wakelin, promotional and cover artist for so many 8 and 16-bit computer games whose artworks are still seared into my brain, from Where Time Stood Still to Renegade to Operation Wolf to Cabal to Wizball, when people talk of underwhelming 48-128k games whose audience were suckered in by fantastic cover images, there's a good chance they were talking specifically about one of Bob's fantastic renderings.
Even if you weren't into gaming or home computers, if you were reading pop culture and/or sci-fi magazines in the early 1980s to the mid-90s, you'd have seen some of his work on the cover, in an advertisement, or possibly you remember one of his covers for Starlord, or some of his Marvel UK covers/posters.
Just check out what comes up if you Google his name (https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=bob+wakelin&client=firefox-b&dcr=0&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiK4Y3GqunYAhXLFsAKHZq-DEcQ_AUICigB&biw=1280&bih=881#imgrc=_), chances are you'll recognise something.
For those of a certain vintage, and those who came after that with an eye for the art styles of the 1980s or a love of retro gaming, this is a sad loss.
RIP.
(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/britishcomics/images/3/31/Starlord_11.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20140725112651)
A lot of memories for me there Prof, particularly Wolf and the Batman game. It's a shame that artists like Bob Wakelin aren't recognised more for their obvious talents.
Good grud, those were all by one man? I'd sort of quietly assumed this mountain of cheesy joy was the output of a quite specific artistic movement. Amazing.
Quote from: TordelBack on 21 January, 2018, 07:36:34 PM
Good grud, those were all by one man? I'd sort of quietly assumed this mountain of cheesy joy was the output of a quite specific artistic movement. Amazing.
My thoughts exactly. Though I didn't know who he was until today, he had a massive impact on my childhood and helped steer me towards my present career.
Very sad to hear. His work sold a lot of tapes, that is for sure.
Yup that was a big part of what got me into programming myself jayzus.
Quote from: Professor Bear on 21 January, 2018, 03:22:27 PM
After a long but hard-fought battle with leukemia, Bob Wakelin, promotional and cover artist for so many 8 and 16-bit computer games whose artworks are still seared into my brain, from Where Time Stood Still to Renegade to Operation Wolf to Cabal to Wizball, when people talk of underwhelming 48-128k games whose audience were suckered in by fantastic cover images, there's a good chance they were talking specifically about one of Bob's fantastic renderings.
Even if you weren't into gaming or home computers, if you were reading pop culture and/or sci-fi magazines in the early 1980s to the mid-90s, you'd have seen some of his work on the cover, in an advertisement, or possibly you remember one of his covers for Starlord, or some of his Marvel UK covers/posters.
Just check out what comes up if you Google his name (https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=bob+wakelin&client=firefox-b&dcr=0&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiK4Y3GqunYAhXLFsAKHZq-DEcQ_AUICigB&biw=1280&bih=881#imgrc=_), chances are you'll recognise something.
For those of a certain vintage, and those who came after that with an eye for the art styles of the 1980s or a love of retro gaming, this is a sad loss.
RIP.
(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/britishcomics/images/3/31/Starlord_11.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20140725112651)
Wakelin produced some really top-notch art for Ocean, he was certainly the best-known "computer game" artist around in the late 80s early 90s, and arguably the best.
Batman, The Great Escape, Where Time Stood Still....all superb.
I was unaware of his work on Starlord, despite reading it at the time, but his computer game work is indelibly etched on my memory-a huge loss indeed! :'(
Howard Lew Lewis (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-42775406), I knew him as Blag in Chelmsford 123, Elmo in Brush Strokes and Rabies in Maid Marian and her Merry Men.
Quote from: sheridan on 23 January, 2018, 01:00:13 PM
Howard Lew Lewis (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-42775406), I knew him as Blag in Chelmsford 123, Elmo in Brush Strokes and Rabies in Maid Marian and her Merry Men.
Oh, bollocks, that's a shame. I remember quite a few of us at school watched Brush Strokes primarily for Elmo Putney.
Regards,
Robin
Simon Shelton Barnes - best known for playing Tinky Winky in the children's TV show TeleTubbies - has died aged 52
Ursula Le Guin. (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/23/obituaries/ursula-k-le-guin-acclaimed-for-her-fantasy-fiction-is-dead-at-88.html#click=https://t.co/PmvtBVvbIU)
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 23 January, 2018, 10:35:22 PM
Ursula Le Guin. (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/23/obituaries/ursula-k-le-guin-acclaimed-for-her-fantasy-fiction-is-dead-at-88.html#click=https://t.co/PmvtBVvbIU)
Ah, sad news. Tordelback will surely be along with an appreciation but I can't imagine there will ever be a better writer who chooses the genre.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 23 January, 2018, 10:35:22 PM
Ursula Le Guin. (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/23/obituaries/ursula-k-le-guin-acclaimed-for-her-fantasy-fiction-is-dead-at-88.html#click=https://t.co/PmvtBVvbIU)
Such sad news. Such a talent will be greatly missed. :'(
Quote from: Professor Bear on 21 January, 2018, 03:22:27 PM
After a long but hard-fought battle with leukemia, Bob Wakelin, promotional and cover artist for so many 8 and 16-bit computer games whose artworks are still seared into my brain, from Where Time Stood Still to Renegade to Operation Wolf to Cabal to Wizball, when people talk of underwhelming 48-128k games whose audience were suckered in by fantastic cover images, there's a good chance they were talking specifically about one of Bob's fantastic renderings.
Even if you weren't into gaming or home computers, if you were reading pop culture and/or sci-fi magazines in the early 1980s to the mid-90s, you'd have seen some of his work on the cover, in an advertisement, or possibly you remember one of his covers for Starlord, or some of his Marvel UK covers/posters.
A slow response here but wow - I remember that Star Lord cover. Clearly a great talent.
Crossposting from the dedicated thread, hate for anyone to miss my dazzling insight.
So sad to hear this. My all-time favourite author in any genre, and for my money the very best at turning a clever SF concept into a character-driven story that revealed a truth about humanity.
Very sad news. She did more than any other writer I can think of to widen the themes and scope of the genre. Modern sci-fi and fantasy owes her a great deal.
Jeremy Inkel (http://www.post-punk.com/jeremy-inkel-of-frontline-assembly-has-passed-away/), Front Line Assembly, 34, asthma.
The news that Le Guin has finally passed away is indeed gutting, albeit at the ripe old age of 88. So many classics written by her from the Earthsea series through Left Hand of Darkness and on and on. Not to mention my all time favourite book, The Lathe of Heaven.
Celebrate the Life & Writing of Ursula K. Le Guin (R.I.P.) with Classic Radio Dramatizations of Her Stories. (http://www.openculture.com/2018/01/celebrate-the-life-writing-of-ursula-k-le-guin-r-i-p-with-classic-radio-dramatizations-of-her-stories.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+OpenCulture+%28Open+Culture%29)
The Fall's Mark E Smith, at 60.
Just heard on the radio that Mark E Smith has passed away. That's pretty bloomin' sad.
Quote from: manwithnoname on 24 January, 2018, 09:21:17 PM
Quote from: Professor Bear on 24 January, 2018, 07:55:51 PM
The Fall's Mark E Smith, at 60.
He was only 60?
Drinking and smoking as much as he did wouldn't have kept him youthful.
"Live fast, die young, leave a beautiful corpse."
The Fall was bizarro indeed, but Mark E Smith did produce a body of work that was unique. Sorry to hear he's gone and I know he was a rumbustious, confrontational and divisive figure but you never forgot him or his music.
Dennis Edwards, Former Lead Singer of The Temptations, has passed away aged 74
John Mahoney (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/john-mahoney-dead-frasier-actor-was-77-1081939) :(
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 06 February, 2018, 05:39:44 PM
John Mahoney (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/john-mahoney-dead-frasier-actor-was-77-1081939) :(
To quote the great man himself: "Aw jeez..."
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 06 February, 2018, 05:39:44 PM
John Mahoney (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/john-mahoney-dead-frasier-actor-was-77-1081939) :(
More Manc than Moon.
John Gavin the man who was hired to play Bond after Lazenby has died. (He was paid off so that Connery could return)
Emma Chambers - http://www.ladbible.com/news/celebrity-music-the-vicar-of-dibley-actor-emma-chambers-dies-aged-53-20180224?c=1519489947453
Eddy Amoo lead singer of the band The Real Thing best know for the songs You To Me Are Everything & Feel The Force
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-43175743
Stephen Lewis, 'Blakey' from On The Buses - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-33914037
Yes, two-and-a-half years ago.
Quote from: Greg M. on 25 February, 2018, 07:47:58 PM
Yes, two-and-a-half years ago.
Yes, I'm only now well aware of that fact. Sorry!!!
Is he the new Tony Hart? :D :P
The wonderful David Ogden Stiers, best known as Major Charles Emerson Winchester III from M*A*S*H, has left us, aged 75.
Man! Chuck was one of the best things about the latter years of MASH. My favourite has to be the episode in which he spent the entire time sucking up to a British doctor who he thought was aristocracy, only to find out that he had gulled himself.
A close second, IIRC (and we've all seen how bad my memory is lately) was his performance in Doc Hollywood as the mayor. An enjoyable bit of cheese.
Quote from: Tjm86 on 04 March, 2018, 11:34:19 AM
My favourite has to be the episode in which he spent the entire time sucking up to a British doctor who he thought was aristocracy, only to find out that he had gulled himself.
His first episode is great - we really get the sense that Hawkeye and BJ now finally have a worthy adversary - but I'm particularly fond of the one in which he encounters Colonel Flagg. Flagg, expecting a Frank Burns-style potential collaborator, utterly misreads Charles, and pays the price.
Sir Roger Bannister, the first man to run the mile under 4 minutes, has run his last race.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/43273249
Quote from: Greg M. on 04 March, 2018, 11:42:43 AM
Flagg, expecting a Frank Burns-style potential collaborator, utterly misreads Charles, and pays the price.
Ah yes, that one was superb! He played Flagg hook, line and sinker on that one! As you say, he was the perfect foil for Hawkeye and BJ. Frank had become far too one dimensional by that point.
I always admired the complexity of the character and Stiers' portrayal of it. There were a number of times when he revealed an incredible vulnerability and compassion that he always seemed to need to keep hidden.
I can feel a MASH rewatch coming on.
I much preferred his Winchester to the bumbling Burns, it was a cleverly judged part and a consistently great performance. I also enjoyed Stiers in the TNG episode where he was Lwaxana's Carousel-bound squeeze. RIP.
Amen. His performance in TNG was superb. In Stargate Atlantis too. An actor of extraordinary talent that will most assuredly be missed.
The inventor of the wind-up radio, Trevor Baylis, has died aged 80.
the print version of the NME after 66 years
(https://static.comicvine.com/uploads/scale_small/8/85763/2667033-diddymen69.jpg)
That's sad. Only two comedy acts have ever made me literally ache with laughter, Laurel and Hardy, and the King of Knotty Ash. The world has become a markedly less tattifilarious place. :(
RIP Doddy - a true legend.
Just found out, absolutely gutted!!! :(
Stephen Hawking
A Brief History (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-43396008)
Quote from: Eric Plumrose on 14 March, 2018, 06:37:28 AM
Stephen Hawking
A Brief History (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-43396008)
Just last night I was listening to Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy: Hexagonal Phase (http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b09th4hf) (featuring a familiar voice).
Quote from: sheridan on 14 March, 2018, 08:02:46 AM
Quote from: Eric Plumrose on 14 March, 2018, 06:37:28 AM
Stephen Hawking
A Brief History (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-43396008)
Just last night I was listening to Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy: Hexagonal Phase (http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b09th4hf) (featuring a familiar voice).
I was listening to that the other day. In university I read several of his papers. I hope that his works are published much they Feynman's have been. RIP. :'(
Former script droid Michael Fleisher
https://twitter.com/thebeastmustdie/status/973868628868255744?s=21
Also Bulleye's Jim Bowen. Fun to watch on my student nights
OOOOOOne hundred and EEEEEIIIIIIGHTEEEEEE!!!!!!!!
(okay, not quite that old)
Baddiel on Hawking & Bowen: https://twitter.com/i/web/status/973910323160928256 (https://twitter.com/i/web/status/973910323160928256)
Moon Unit (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-england-36906766/missing-london-cat-found-in-paris-after-eight-years), London cat found in Paris after being missing for 8 years. 2005-2018.
Bill Maynard (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-43596854), 89
Winnie Mandela (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-43621112), 81
Darts legend Eric Bristow aged 60
Quote from: rogue69 on 05 April, 2018, 11:52:20 PM
Darts legend Eric Bristow aged 60
I thought he'd be older than that. My mum used to work at his nightclub as a waitress a long, long time ago. Met him and got signed photos of him and his wife (in his private snooker and trophy room).
Quote from: sheridan on 06 April, 2018, 12:29:16 AM
Quote from: rogue69 on 05 April, 2018, 11:52:20 PM
Darts legend Eric Bristow aged 60
I thought he'd be older than that. My mum used to work at his nightclub as a waitress a long, long time ago. Met him and got signed photos of him and his wife (in his private snooker and trophy room).
...and by long, long time ago I mean 2000AD was still published on bog paper and I wasn't at big school yet.
Ironically, the announcement of the death of Eric Bristow appears on a page the first post of which says: "OOOOOOne hundred and EEEEEIIIIIIGHTEEEEEE!!!!!!!!"
Ray Wilkins aged 61
Milos Forman - made some great films, including one of my all-time favourites, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
Full Metal Jacket star R. Lee Ermey the savage drill instructor. He was a real Marine and went to Vietnam.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/r-lee-ermey-dead-at-74-full-metal-jacket-gunny/
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 16 April, 2018, 11:20:00 AM
Full Metal Jacket star R. Lee Ermey the savage drill instructor. He was a real Marine and went to Vietnam.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/r-lee-ermey-dead-at-74-full-metal-jacket-gunny/
Currently climbing over the Pearly Gates quicker than old people f*ck.
RIP R. Lee.
Next time you're at the checkout and you hear the beep, think of Dale Winton and have a little weep.
Quote from: JamesC on 19 April, 2018, 06:01:13 AM
Next time you're at the checkout and you hear the beep, think of Dale Winton and have a little weep.
When I saw the thread had been updated, I wondered if it was going to be due to Barbara Bush or Dale Winton...
Verne Troyer (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-43853755), 49 (mini-me from Austin Powers, Griphook from Harry Potter).
Rick Dickinson.
Ex-industrial designer for Sinclair Research Ltd who, among other things, designed the look of the classic ZX Spectrum.
GUTTED to hear about Rick. He was an absolutely awesome designer. I spent every waking hour I could on my Spectrum as a kid.
Margot Kidder, 69. She's still my ideal Lois Lane.
https://www.rollingstone.com/movies/news/margot-kidder-superman-actress-dead-at-69-w520293 (https://www.rollingstone.com/movies/news/margot-kidder-superman-actress-dead-at-69-w520293)
Ouch. Yes, I grew up with her in the role, and it's her face I see when I think of Lois Lane.
69. She's younger than my Dad. Not meaning to be morbid but it makes one think.
Quote from: Mardroid on 15 May, 2018, 07:53:12 PM
Ouch. Yes, I grew up with her in the role, and it's her face I see when I think of Lois Lane.
69. She's younger than my Dad. Not meaning to be morbid but it makes one think.
The same thought occurred to me (about my dad, not yours!)
If I'm being honest I've always thought Kidder's Lois was a pretty dreadful creature, but she was also a wonderful, memorable screen creation, who I can instantly bring to life in my mind's eye all these years later. As iconic as Reeve's definitive Superman, and now as much missed. Sad to read of Margot's long struggle. RIP.
the author Tom Wolfe aged 88
Composer and general noise enthusiast Glenn Branca (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2018/may/14/glenn-branca-dead-guitarist-composer) has ascended.
Loved his THE RIGHT STUFF. (and film too)
Astronaut Alan Bean. Fourth man to walk on the moon. Aged 86. RIP.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-44268960 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-44268960)
Gardner Dozois (70), modern SF's greatest (human) editor. One name dominates my bookshelves, taking up one entire bookcase and spreading into the ones either side, and it is his. His countless anthologies have introduced me to many of my favourite writers, and allowed to follow the current work of many others. He seldom steered me wrong. RIP.
Quote from: TordelBack on 28 May, 2018, 05:59:29 AM
Gardner Dozois (70), modern SF's greatest (human) editor. One name dominates my bookshelves, taking up one entire bookcase and spreading into the ones either side, and it is his. His countless anthologies have introduced me to many of my favourite writers, and allowed to follow the current work of many others. He seldom steered me wrong. RIP.
A name I've seen over and over again in science fiction magazines and anthologies. I don't think science fiction would have been the same without his guiding hand. RIP.
Aye. A new Year's Best Science Fiction collection always yields a few gems, even if it takes almost the whole year to get through it.
Peter Stringfellow has died after a battle with cancer aged 77.
"Sons of Anarchy"' actor Alan O'Neill has died aged 47.
Chef, author and presenter Anthony Bourdain.
Sad news about Anthony Bourdain, always found his shows very entertaining.
His very recent Dark Horse comic Hungry Ghosts was great too.
Sad news about Bourdain. I enjoyed several of his books and television series'. Most recently the Get Jiro graphic novels. I worked in some kitchens in the 80s and I can say from experience his books were not embellished. RIP.
Former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Danny Kirwan has died at the age of 68.
Eunice Gayson, the first Bond girl has died at the age of 90.
Leslie Grantham goes to the great Theatre in the sky. I'll always remember Dirty Den.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-44494734
Vinnie Paul, drummer & co-founder of Pantera aged 54
Sad news about Vinnie Paul. Pantera was one of my favourite bands, it was a shame they broke up. RIP.
Harlan Ellison who influences upon Sc-Fi is almost immeasurable. Damn shit Thursday.
http://comicbook.com/startrek/2018/06/28/harlan-ellison-star-trek-avengers-batman-writer-dead/
a giant of SF, what a legacy he left
Quote from: Dandontdare on 28 June, 2018, 09:47:09 PM
a giant of SF, what a legacy he left
... And he'll sue anyone who says different.
Very sad news about Ellison. His books certainly left a stamp on my youth. RIP.
The great Peter Firmin – the man behind childhood favourites such as The Clangers, Bagpuss, Basil Brush and Ivor The Engine – has died at the age of 89.
Very sad news about Peter Firmin. Clangers and Bagpuss are some of my earliest television memories. RIP.
Alan Longmuir, bass guitarist for the Bay City Rollers has died following a short illness aged 70.
STEVE DITKO died a week ago, aged 90.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/steve-ditko-dead-spider-man-creator-was-90-1125489
At 90, a good long run. A lasting legacy. What a life.
Even the best Artists, the greats have their own shelf life sadly. Another Legend is gone.
By Adrian Bamforth, late of this parish:
(https://i.imgur.com/jARoCNg.png?1)
Like Jack Kirby, Ditko was a legend not just in comics but in the medium as a whole. Respect due and paid.
RIP Steve Ditko. Alongside Stan Lee and Jack Kirby one key creators of the Marvel Universe as we know it today. I true visionary with a unique creative view.
A legend indeed, and I'm especially sad that I've only heard this news on comics-based outlets - the due came up with Spider-Man and Dr Strange for F's sake! These are characters known literally around the world.
Quote from: AlexF on 11 July, 2018, 09:57:46 AM
A legend indeed, and I'm especially sad that I've only heard this news on comics-based outlets - the due came up with Spider-Man and Dr Strange for F's sake! These are characters known literally around the world.
BBC at least did this:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-44748923
It's possible Radio 4's obituary program Last Word might feature him on Friday 16:00 (repeated Sunday 20:30).
Regards,
Robin
Clive King of Stig of the Dump fame. Must re-read it as I have very fond memories of this book.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-44823636
I had no idea he was still alive! (Well, until today, I suppose.) Stig of the Dump was brilliant, I don't know how many times I read it as a child but I still remember the story in detail.
Filmmaker Jon Schnepp, writer and director for Adult Swim's Metalocalypse & The Death of "Superman Lives": What Happened?, has died from complications following a stroke aged51
Adrian Cronauer, the DJ who was portrayed by Robin Williams in the 1987 film Good Morning, Vietnam, has died aged 79.
Barry Chuckle aged73
Quote from: rogue69 on 05 August, 2018, 09:24:10 AM
Barry Chuckle aged73
That's one I had to double-check before believing, it having been the setup for many a punchline in the past (the punchline involving difficulty in getting the coffin into the ground). There's also been recurring hoaxes (seemingly always about him rather than his brother).
Aretha Franklin, 76. Respect was a song that crossed all barriers. RIP.
The world has lost one of its greatest and sweetest voices.
Quote from: Heath C Ackley on 16 August, 2018, 11:00:00 PM
The world has lost one of its greatest and sweetest voices.
Yep - RIP Barry.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2EdxwzlKPE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2EdxwzlKPE)
Kofi Annan, 80.
Won't get the same kind of attention but Jill Janus, singer from American metal band Huntress, committed suicide same day as Aretha at 43 years of age. Pretty sad. An awesome - in the truest sense of that word, for once - vocalist who could out-Halford prime Rob Halford.
Can you imagine Barry Chuckle singing Respect?
R E S P E C T
Find out what it means to me, to you, to me....
You are all terrible, terrible people... :)
Quote from: Rackle on 18 August, 2018, 07:18:47 PM
Can you imagine Barry Chuckle singing Respect?
R E S P E C T
Find out what it means to me, to you, to me....
Oh my.
Excellent!
Quote from: Fungus on 19 August, 2018, 01:53:45 AM
Quote from: Rackle on 18 August, 2018, 07:18:47 PM
Can you imagine Barry Chuckle singing Respect?
R E S P E C T
Find out what it means to me, to you, to me....
Oh my.
Excellent!
Indeed
Ed King Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist who co-wrote Sweet Home Alabama has died from lung cancer aged 68
Just read that Russ Heath has passed away. A supreme talent possibly best known for some wonderful DC war comics but who did so much more.
Another legacy he leaves is being one of the artists ripped off by 'high art' plagiarist Roy Lichenstein in Blam!
Quote from: Colin YNWA on 24 August, 2018, 06:34:55 PM
Just read that Russ Heath has passed away. A supreme talent possibly best known for some wonderful DC war comics but who did so much more.
Another legacy he leaves is being one of the artists ripped off by 'high art' plagiarist Roy Lichenstein in Blam!
Unfortunate news. I was often amazed by Russ Heath's rendering technique which was genuinely astounding.
Aw, crap. There's Lindsay Kemp away.
Magnificent weirdo, creative savant and, as an actor in The Wicked Man wielder of probably the most bizarre "Scottish" accent in cinema history.
https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2018/aug/25/british-choreographer-and-mime-lindsay-kemp-dies (https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2018/aug/25/british-choreographer-and-mime-lindsay-kemp-dies)
John Armstrong, artist on many classic comic books such as Misty & Tammy, including Bella at the Bar & Moonchild
Quote from: rogue69 on 28 August, 2018, 10:52:30 PM
John Armstrong, artist on many classic comic books such as Misty & Tammy, including Bella at the Bar & Moonchild
My very first thought was "I hope he saw the reprinting* of some of his work for the first time in decades". Yup (https://downthetubes.net/?p=100283):
QuoteThe recent publication of "Moonchild" and "Bella at the Bar" delighted the veteran creator, who had been suffering from Parkinson's for some time.
* well, publication - the vast majority of British comics have never been reprinted, unless in the pages of other comics (IPC, I'm looking at you).
Spider-Woman Co-Creator Marie Severin Dies At Age 89
https://www.cbr.com/marvel-marie-severin-stroke/?utm_source=CBR-TW&utm_medium=Social-Distribution&utm_campaign=CBR-TW&view=list
Marie will be remembered for many things. For me, it was her work on the early 'Kull' comics. Truly brilliant.
Just read that Jacqueline Pearce - AKA Servalan in Blakes 7 - has died aged 74.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 03 September, 2018, 06:54:22 PM
Just read that Jacqueline Pearce - AKA Servalan in Blakes 7 - has died aged 74.
Shit, I think I met her at Newcastle Comic Con last year. She was awfully quiet / shy!!
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 03 September, 2018, 06:54:22 PM
Just read that Jacqueline Pearce - AKA Servalan in Blakes 7 - has died aged 74.
Aw no - that woman was an absolute legend, on and off-screen by all accounts. One of the icons of British sci-fi.
What unfortunate news about Jacqueline Pearce. Her performance as Servalan, the malign head of the Federation was only supposed to be for one episode, but she proved so popular a Villain they brought her back for more and she became the iconic counter to both Blake and Avon.
Sad to hear about the passing of Jacqueline Pearce. A teenage tv crush gone! It's strange that for all of her 'glamorous menace' there has never been a character quite like Servalan in science fiction or elsewhere before or since.
Gutted by the passing of Mrs Pearce, one of the great icons of the space opera and Servalan is one of the best villains in all sci-fi.
Conway Savage, 58 (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2018/sep/03/conway-savage-nick-cave-and-the-bad-seeds-pianist-dies-age-58), pianist for Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds.
Undoubted legend, Mr. Burt Reynolds, age 82.
I'm not that surprised at Burt Reynolds demise, but he sure lived life to the full despite some very poor financial deals made by his Advisors. Sorry to hear he's passed away but at 82 years old and maybe six decades worth of work that's still an impressive Resume'.
Shit, I can't believe Burt Reynolds has gone, or that he was 82. Time flies, I guess. I idolised him when I was younger. I think the outtakes at the end of The Cannonball Run were one of the most joyful things I'd ever experienced when I was about eight.
Quote from: JamesC on 06 September, 2018, 09:46:13 PM
the end of The Cannonball Run were one of the most joyful things I'd ever experienced when I was about eight.
They still crease me today. Wonderful stuff.
Burt will get all the headlines but British comedy actress
Liz Frazer also died today, aged 88.
The Forbidden Planet blog. (http://forbiddenplanet.blog/)
A really, really good blog, and one I'm sad to see the end of.
Liz Fraser of Carry On fame. Rather a miserable week I'm afraid to say. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-45449088
Really has been a shit week.
Small press creator Terry Wiley died today.
I'm sure some of you may know him.
Actor Peter Benson aged 75 best known for Heartbeat & Blackadder
She had a voice like marbled chocolate and the natural charisma to steal a scene without even having to utter a word. More than that, she seemed to belong to that very rare band of people who never really grow old, even as she entered into her nineties. I doubt we'll ever see another Fenella Fielding. R.I.P.
A bad week for Carry On fans.
Fenella had been due to give a reading from her autobiography at Zedel (underground restaurant and bar near Piccadilly) tonight.
(https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7f74c7_f50b99135c704e649fd20aab3c3d6709~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_507,h_507,al_c,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01/7f74c7_f50b99135c704e649fd20aab3c3d6709~mv2.png)
Denis Norden, TV presenter and comedy writer, passed away aged 96
Quote from: rogue69 on 19 September, 2018, 08:19:33 AM
Denis Norden, TV presenter and comedy writer, passed away aged 96
(Irrevocably transformed in my memory into Denis Nodens, host of It'll Be Alright On The Nightgaunt, from the the genuinely funny CoC parody scenario The Shadow Of Frog's Yoghurt.)
Zienia Merton, who played Sandra Benes in Space:1999, died on the 14th of September aged 72.
Chas Hodges
Buck passing (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-45613563)
Zienia Merton
Liz Frazer
Fenella Fielding
Jac Peirce
IN a week!
All faves of mine growing up!
Sorry to hear about Chas, I've seen Chas and Dave play numerous times and they always came across as very warm, likeable men.
I believe Chas still owed my sister 20p which he borrowed for a game of pool.
"American Graffiti" and "The Dark Crystal" producer Gary Kurtz has died of cancer aged 78
he was also the producer of 2 little known films "Star Wars" & "The Empire Strikes Back."
Al Matthews
(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRxYWutY74rWsI7kSmLytVqyTX5yrGaKlgasHedGHfcpTcMAVqryw)
GRANGE HILL SERIES 2 - MR BAXTER IS REPRIMANDED BY BENNY GREEN'S FATHER (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dm7TPZ0e1RU)
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 24 September, 2018, 06:34:52 PM
Al Matthews
(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRxYWutY74rWsI7kSmLytVqyTX5yrGaKlgasHedGHfcpTcMAVqryw)
GRANGE HILL SERIES 2 - MR BAXTER IS REPRIMANDED BY BENNY GREEN'S FATHER (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dm7TPZ0e1RU)
'Al Matthews (https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/7332581/al-matthews-dead-at-74-american-actor-who-starred-in-aliens-superman-and-grange-hill-found-dead-in-his-spanish-retirement-home/) had been a member of the US Marine Corps and moved to London after serving in the Vietnam War - he boasted of holding 13 combat awards and decorations including two Purple Hearts. Al was a chart-topping soul singer back in the 1970s and was also a member of the prog rock band Hawkwind'I've wasted my life.
Quote from: Frank on 24 September, 2018, 07:23:30 PM...and was also a member of the prog rock band Hawkwind'
I used to have this theory that anyone who smokes weed for any length of time, or hangs around with those who do, has a statistical near-certainty of meeting someone who used to play in Hawkwind. Almost everyone I told it to said "yeah, I once met a guy at a gig/party/festival...." (my tally is two)
What's the word for when you think someone has already died, and then you find out they've been alive all this time, but now they've really died?
We re-watched Aliens recently. Apone is a legendary character, and what a performance.
"The sarge is gone!"
I don't remember seeing Matthews in anything else, but Apone is a fantastic character. Think a rewatch of Aliens is in order now...
Absolutely badass. I've started many of my kids' mornings by loudly quoting Apone as I turf them out of their beds. RIP Al Matthews.
Sad to also note the passing of Gary Kurtz - a beard for the ages, and a vital moving part of several of the greatest films of all time. And Slipstream.
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 25 September, 2018, 12:08:14 PM
I don't remember seeing Matthews in anything else ...
(https://i.imgur.com/t6cMvbk.jpg?1)
The third one.
Quote from: Frank on 25 September, 2018, 01:33:50 PM
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 25 September, 2018, 12:08:14 PM
I don't remember seeing Matthews in anything else ...
(https://i.imgur.com/t6cMvbk.jpg?1)
The third one.
He was Benny Green's Dad too. Gave Bullet Baxter what-for and all.
and the first black voice on Radio 1 apparently!
Quote from: Dandontdare on 25 September, 2018, 02:15:47 PM
and the first black voice on Radio 1 apparently!
Hmmm - that statement might need some defining of what 'radio 1' is...
Umm - BBC radio station for groovy young swingers and hep cats? The bit I would like clarification is if they mean as a singer, a presenter or an interviewee.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 25 September, 2018, 05:26:53 PM
Umm - BBC radio station for groovy young swingers and hep cats? The bit I would like clarification is if they mean as a singer, a presenter or an interviewee
Matthews was still burning into hot LZs and wasting VC when The Nation's Favourite hit the airwaves. He didn't move to that London until 1970 and didn't put the Hit into Parade until 1975 (https://youtu.be/06S8K6CRfOg), so that
(questionable) bit of trivia must refer to Matthews' role as presenter of his 1978 disco show:
https://soundcloud.com/al-matthews-collection/sets/bbc-radio-onediscovation-jingles
He was the first black DJ
Quote from: Frank on 25 September, 2018, 05:47:07 PM
Quote from: Dandontdare on 25 September, 2018, 05:26:53 PM
Umm - BBC radio station for groovy young swingers and hep cats? The bit I would like clarification is if they mean as a singer, a presenter or an interviewee
Matthews was still burning into hot LZs and wasting VC when The Nation's Favourite hit the airwaves. He didn't move to that London until 1970 and didn't put the Hit into Parade until 1975 (https://youtu.be/06S8K6CRfOg), so that (questionable) bit of trivia must refer to Matthews' role as presenter of his 1978 disco show:
https://soundcloud.com/al-matthews-collection/sets/bbc-radio-onediscovation-jingles (https://soundcloud.com/al-matthews-collection/sets/bbc-radio-onediscovation-jingles)
BBC Radio 1 was launched in 1967. though was an immediate succesor to the BBC Light Programme, which was launched in 1945. I'd believe that Matthews was the first black presenter on Radio 1 as late as 1978, and even as an interviewee, but not as a singer. For reference, the first black performer to have a UK number one was Winifred Atwell in 1954 (the 26th single to make number one).
Quote from: sheridan on 25 September, 2018, 08:27:53 PM
I'd believe that Matthews was the first black presenter on Radio 1 as late as 1978, and even as an interviewee, but not as a singer. For reference, the first black performer to have a UK number one was Winifred Atwell in 1954 (the 26th single to make number one).
Just for completeness, Winifred was a pianist, and her single that got to number one was an instrumental rag.
Norm Breyfogle
I have no words. A legend of the medium, gone.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 26 September, 2018, 10:02:20 PM
Norm Breyfogle
I have no words. A legend of the medium, gone.
This is terrible, just terrible. Norm Breyfogle was such an enormous talent. My favourite Batman artist but I'm sure so much more too.
The industry has lost a major, major talent.
My thoughts are with his family.
Terrible news about Breyfogle. He was a fantastic artist and had an amazing talent for dynamism and movement in his pages. Definitely my favourite Batman artist.
Ah that's awful. Fantastic artist. RIP.
Really sad to hear of Norm Breyfogle's death. The first artist I remember on Batman, and pretty much my favourite Batman artist.
As someone said, he could draw movement and action like few others.
I'd gone on a splurge on payday, yesterday, and bought all the Knightfall's Volumes, and was looking forward to seeing the one or two issues he drew. Be a strange read now.
RIP.
Quote from: JamesC on 26 September, 2018, 11:57:27 PM
Terrible news about Breyfogle. He was a fantastic artist and had an amazing talent for dynamism and movement in his pages. Definitely my favourite Batman artist.
Yeah, he was great. Always wished we could have seen him in 2000AD. He'd have done a good Dredd, I think.
Regards,
Robin
Quote from: Robin Low on 27 September, 2018, 06:34:56 PM
Yeah, he was great. Always wished we could have seen him in 2000AD. He'd have done a good Dredd, I think.
Sadly, he'd been just about to start a Dredd story for 2000AD's FCBD offering when he had the stroke that left him unable to draw...
John Cunliffe - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-45666642
Norm Breyfogle? Shit.
As folks say, his Batman work really made it. He had such a macabre sensibility at times, matched by Kelley Jones (who's Deadman work is gorgeous). At the same time though it was outright bonkers.
His dropping out of the FCBD prog a few years back was a massive missed opportunity but under the circumstances ...
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 27 September, 2018, 06:47:45 PM
Quote from: Robin Low on 27 September, 2018, 06:34:56 PM
Yeah, he was great. Always wished we could have seen him in 2000AD. He'd have done a good Dredd, I think.
Sadly, he'd been just about to start a Dredd story for 2000AD's FCBD offering when he had the stroke that left him unable to draw...
That is heart-breaking.
Grant and Breyfogle's Batman is still the definitive one for me. The man was a wonderful and very underappreciated artist. He'll be sadly missed.
Geoffrey Hayes (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-45706667), 76.
Paint the whole world with a rainbow.
The legendary Carlos Ezquerra.
filippo :(
Oh, please no...
This is awful.
RIP Carlos.
Goodbye Carlos and thanks for all the great artwork over the years. Truly awful news for all Comic book fans. Condolences to his friends, Colleagues and Family.
Thank you, Carlos. Thank you for all you made in your life. Thank for for Stainless Steel Rat, for Als Baby, for Major Eazy and for Cursed Earth Koburn. Thank you for all the covers, all the splash pages and little panels that made me go 'WOAH'. Thank you for Strontium Dog.
Thank you for Dredd.
You will always be one of the greats, one of the founding legends. RIP, good sir.
RIP Carlos Ezquerra (1947-2018). The artistic genius behind such epic comic creations as Strontium Dog, The Stainless Steel Rat and Judge Dredd.
So distinctive, unique and original.
I think it is fair to say that Carlos Ezquerra was the artist who made the biggest impact on 2000AD and he will be missed by his many fans. It is very sad that there will never again be an Ezquerra Dredd or Strontium Dog.
No. no.
Oh no. No, no, no.
Wonderful, talented and gifted artist. An amazing body of work and more importantly a kind bloke. A legacy for 2000AD that may never be equaled.
The worst news, and probably very difficult for a lot of us to process. He was, and remains, the King.
A gut punch. Awful news. Thanks for everything, Carlos.
RIP Carlos Ezquerra, and thank you.
My mind simply can't process that there'll never be another Judge Dredd or Strontium Dog drawn by Carlos...
Thank you for decades of incredible, much-loved artwork.
Thank you for defending my Dark Judges drawing when John Wagner criticised the proportions.
Thank you for being such a genuinely warm and friendly chap.
You will be missed so very, very much.
Gutted with that news. Hope they've brushes and some ink where he's going or there'll be hell to pay.
Above, someone says a gut punch. That. His Dredd snared me to 2000 AD in the first place (by way of one of the Bo2K monthlies). His body of work remains, to my mind, still one of the most under-appreciated in the wider comics world. It's horrible to think that won't see any more of his work on Dredd, Strontium Dog (is that the end now?), Koburn, and more.
Just desperately sad – doubly so given his last Facebook post about having beaten cancer. Fuck.
I was really lucky to be the host at a 2000AD panel back in May, when Carlos & John were up in Oldham.
I was rapidly running out of things to talk about with the panel, then Carlos started bickering with John over something and that was it- the rest of the panel was a dream.
Carlos was, and indeed always shall be, the artistic standard for 2000AD. The Command Module is a darker place today.
Man this news has really shaken me. The perfect gentleman, a lovely guy and such an influential artist. shocked and saddened. Thoughts are with his family, I hope they can take some solace from the messages speaking so highly of Carlos and the way he has affected so many people with his art.
Is this news confirmed? z
Just totally devastating news......an all time hero of mine. Was standing next to him about 12 months ago and couldnt pluck up the courage to talk to him. My thoughts with his family.
There are no words.
Except Drokk, or Sneck.
Sorry for the gallows humour folks, truly a coping mechanism.
Tragic news indeed - an amazing artist and a lovely gentleman to boot. I was encouraged recently that he seemed to be on the road to recovery, but sadly not to be.
Going through that period of 'must be a mistake' - Carlos was an absolute pleasure to talk with, he helped us out with the short film, offering encouragement and words of advice, as well as being a huge talent that shaped my childhood.
I look in one direction, and I see a commission from him, I look in another and I see the retro helmet that we were making up for Carlos.
My sincere condolences to Sandra and the family, and to his close friends.
:( RIP Carlos!!!
As has been mentioned further up the thread, there is no artist more iconic in the history of 2000AD than Carlos Ezquerra. His legacy shall remain unsurpassed.
R.I.P
Bollocks that's the worst news I've heard in ages. Carlos was a legend; as vital to 2000ad and its history as Kirby and Ditko were to Marvel. A sad loss for us all. Gutted. The greatest of respect due and my thoughts are with his family and friends.
Sad sad news. My condolences to his Family. Unfortunately never met the great man but his artwork will live forever in our hearts, minds and for a lucky few on our walls.
😔 RIP Carlos
Jesus. I'm in shock.
Sorry to pop back up in truly awful circumstances.
I have suggested on Facebook that the Rogue Trooper art comp is postponed,and maybe a Carlos themed one is used instead?
Such sad, sad news. We all have so much to be grateful to Carlos for - a true 2000ad/British comics legend.
And such a nice guy as well. I count myself as being very fortunate to have met him in person on two occasions, as well as receiving a commission from him. Bespoke art from the master - something I treasured then, and more so now.
RIP King Carlos, and thank you.
The world has lost one of the best artist ever. My condolences to his family.
Gutted. Literally just coming on here to write a message about the terrible news about Carlos when I heard that an uncle of mine has just collapsed and died unexpectedly. Feeling very... hollow.
This is just the worst day ever.Never met Carlos but I'm actually empty and numb at his passing.His art has been part of my life for over thirty years and to think I never get to see him draw Dredd or Alpha again breaks my heart.my deepest condolences to his family and friends and all at 2000AD.Rest in peace Carlos.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 01 October, 2018, 04:22:44 PM
Gutted. Literally just coming on here to write a message about the terrible news about Carlos when I heard that an uncle of mine has just collapsed and died unexpectedly. Feeling very... hollow.
Really sorry for your loss, Jimbo.
Unbelievable. Still getting my head around it. What a loss.
So glad to have known him, both face-to-face in the last few years, and since I was a wee lad through his incredible body of work.
Having a whisky in his honour tonight.
I'm too drokkin' speechless at just reading of this sad news. Sincere condolences to Carlos' family and friends and colleagues on their loss. RIP a truly great, inspirational artist. For what it's worth, I'm sending out a virtual hug to all my fellow Squaxx as well. It's a scunner of a day. :'(
I have no words at the loss of Carlos. None. RIP.
Sorry for your loss too, Jimbo.
Quote from: von Boom on 01 October, 2018, 05:13:17 PM
I have no words at the loss of Carlos. None. RIP.
I have words.
Fucking cunting shit sticks. :'(
RIP Carlos. You brought so much to so many.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 01 October, 2018, 04:22:44 PM
Gutted. Literally just coming on here to write a message about the terrible news about Carlos when I heard that an uncle of mine has just collapsed and died unexpectedly. Feeling very... hollow.
Sad to read that Jimbo. That's awful.
All the best to you and yours in this trying time, mate.
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The news concerning Carlos is quite a shock. I know he's had health issues for a while, but just when I though he was on the mend, this happens. I thought he'd be with us for a while yet.
The man left a great wealth of work behind, at least. Not meaning to be trite, but we should all make the most of our lives and hope to leave the world a better place. We're not here that long.
Commiserations to Carlos Esquerra's family.
Quote from: ZenArcade on 01 October, 2018, 02:49:46 PM
Is this news confirmed? z
Unfortunately, yes 2000AD News: Carlos Ezquerra 1947-2018 (https://2000ad.com/post/4322)
Quote from: strontium71 on 01 October, 2018, 04:02:00 PM
Sorry to pop back up in truly awful circumstances.
I have suggested on Facebook that the Rogue Trooper art comp is postponed,and maybe a Carlos themed one is used instead?
I can't imagine that anybody would object to that.
So sad to hear. His work is a massive part of why i grew to love comics and Sci-Fi.
RIP to a legend.
So hard to put to put into words the sheer love and admiration I have for this man and his work... I would not be the man I am today without it.
Know though, that no matter how bad you're feeling about this, there are loads of us out there feeling the same. Sending out some love to you all, we're all in this together.
And my, what a lot of pleasure he brought us.
Goodbye Carlos. We love you.
Quote from: DrRocka on 01 October, 2018, 06:32:24 PM
So hard to put to put into words the sheer love and admiration I have for this man and his work... I would not be the man I am today without it.
Know though, that no matter how bad you're feeling about this, there are loads of us out there feeling the same. Sending out some love to you all, we're all in this together.
And my, what a lot of pleasure he brought us.
Goodbye Carlos. We love you.
That's the important part, I think. What a lot of pleasure indeed. The thought of never seeing more artwork from him is a colossal heartbreak, but thank Grud he was so consistent and so prolific. At the risk of venturing into the melodramatic, Alan Moore was right when he considers artists true alchemists. Turning blank sheets of board into something that truly moves people, that causes them to emote, truly creating something out of nothing. I can't think of a better compliment to pay Carlos.
Let's take a moment to remember that though Carlos is gone, the impact that he made on all of us is not and that the work that he started continues.
(http://i1040.photobucket.com/albums/b410/danjackota/0B0A0DC4-C743-4FF2-9B3A-029BA480D968_zpsgja7pyuz.jpeg)
Devastated
Good work Dan!
Very sad news.
Very moving image dancornwell. I'm sure Carlos would have enjoyed it!
Just got in from work, been operating inside a dark cloud all day since I heard the terrible news. Now, at last, I let the tears out.
I feel so honoured to have spent so much time with him. They say you should never meet your heroes but meeting Carlos was an absolute joy and the memory of that afternoon with him will be with me forever. A true gentleman.
Utterly gutted.
Dan, that's BEAUTIFUL!
Heart breaking news and my thoughts are with Carlos' friends and family.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 01 October, 2018, 04:22:44 PM
Gutted. Literally just coming on here to write a message about the terrible news about Carlos when I heard that an uncle of mine has just collapsed and died unexpectedly. Feeling very... hollow.
Sorry to hear about your Uncle, Dark Jimbo.
filippo
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 01 October, 2018, 04:22:44 PM
Gutted. Literally just coming on here to write a message about the terrible news about Carlos when I heard that an uncle of mine has just collapsed and died unexpectedly. Feeling very... hollow.
Very sorry for your loss Jimbo.
I'm so sorry, Jimbo.
Thanks chaps. Think I've got my head around it now, but all in all a very strange day. Like most here, I was feeling pretty off-kilter at the Carlos news and more shaken than I would have thought. Then came the double-whammy and it was all a bit much. That's life sometimes, I suppose.
Beyond sad to hear of Carlos Ezquerra's passing. I can remember reading 2000AD as a kid and thinking 'I wish this guy drew ALL the strips.'
As it turns out, he may not have, but with such a titanic output you'd be forgiven for thinking that he might at least be trying.
An absolute legend.
Gutted by the passing of Carlos Ezquerra.
The backbone of 2000ad and the artist on so much magic down the years.
I thank him for the childhood thrills and for being the childhood hero it was a pleasure to meet and interact with.
He leaves a huge gulf here in 2000ad fandom and nothing will fill it.
Respect, Dunk!
Didn't someone coral all of 2000ADs artists page counts and King Carlos was the raining champ by some margin? It almost feels unreal today, a 2000AD without him doesn't feel right.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 02 October, 2018, 01:38:01 PM
Didn't someone coral all of 2000ADs artists page counts and King Carlos was the raining champ by some margin?
3 years ago, board treasure
Alex F reckoned Rey Carlos had contributed a little over 1000 (http://heroesof2000ad.blogspot.com/2015/03/no-6-carlos-ezquerra.html) strips and covers.
That put Ezquerra 6th on the list of
all contributors (including editorial), the only artist amid a sea of typists, with Massimo Belardinelli and Ian Gibson far behind on 490 and 421, respectively, and unlikely to increase their counts (for different reasons).
At that time, current MVP Henry Flint was struggling by on 359. I sincerely hope Flint gets the chance to chase the King's tally, but the title belongs to Carlos forever.
By my latest count, Ezquerra is up to 1075, still well over double any other artist, and even prodigious pensmith Dan Abnett is a way off catching that score. Plus I fully hope/dream/believe that there's more from the King that hasn't seen print yet.
I've put up a hasty tribute, of sorts, to the 42 years of Carlos Ezquerra on 2000AD here:
http://heroesof2000ad.blogspot.com/2018/10/king-carlos-hero-of-heroes.html (http://heroesof2000ad.blogspot.com/2018/10/king-carlos-hero-of-heroes.html)
actor Scott Wilson dies of complications from leukemia at age 76.He's best known as Pa Angel & Hershel Greene in the Walking Dead
Saddened to hear that. Never realised he was Pa Angel too.
Montserrat Caballé, opera singer famous for duetting with Freddie Mercury on the amazing song Barcelona, passed away on 6th October 2018. Hope she's reunited with Freddie up there for the encore of encores. :'(
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 10 October, 2018, 07:11:58 AM
Saddened to hear that. Never realised he was Pa Angel too.
He was uncredited for some reason
Star Trek actress Celeste Yarnall who played Yeoman Martha Landon has died of cancer aged 74.
My Nan, peacefully and surrounded by family.
Sorry to hear that, Jim.
My condolences, DJ.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 11 October, 2018, 06:17:30 PM
My Nan, peacefully and surrounded by family.
Sorry Jimbo.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 11 October, 2018, 06:17:30 PM
My Nan, peacefully and surrounded by family.
Sorry to hear that. I hope you find solace that she was surrounded by loved ones.
So sorry to hear that, Dark Jimbo.
Sorry Jimbo.
Sorry about your loss Dark Jimbo
Condolences on your loss Jimbo.
My condolences Jimbo.
Very sorry to hear that Jim.
Sorry about your nan, Jimbo. Hope she had a good innings.
Ah Jimbo, so sorry for your loss.
Take care.
Dave
Feck Jimbo, that's an awful double blow in such a short time. Thoughts with you and your family.
Sorry to hear that Jimbo.
Thanks so much for your thoughts, chaps. You're good people.
Quote from: TordelBack on 12 October, 2018, 08:19:49 AM
Feck Jimbo, that's an awful double blow in such a short time.
It's been a surreal week. When she fell ill, her biggest worry was being well enough in time for John's funeral... I don't think any of us thought she wouldn't even
be here for it. Going to take us some time to really process this.
Sincerest condolences, Jimbo.
Sorry for you loss Jimbo, awful to have to deal with that dual blow.
Greg Stafford, 70 (https://www.chaosium.com/blogvale-greg-stafford-1948-2018/) - games designer, publisher, shaman. He designed or co-designed RPGs including Runequest (and was responsible for Glorantha, the world its set in), Pendragon, Ghostbusters, HeroQuest and a number of board and computer games.
Very saddened to hear about the passing of Greg Stafford. I spent many, many enjoyable hours with friends playing Runequest. RIP.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 11 October, 2018, 06:17:30 PM
My Nan, peacefully and surrounded by family.
I know that a lot of folks have offered their condolences sir and I also offer mine.
Several thoughts occur to me from this though:
- this was the passing of someone who was both loved and respected, fully connected to family.
- her passing was in the company of those who care for her and she cared for.
- her legacy was in that room. She was surrounded by those she nurtured and who will carry forward a part of her.
- her peace was in the awareness of that truth.
You and your family are in all our thoughts and prayers. Your lives were all clearly enriched by her presence and the loss you feel is completely understandable. Just be aware of the pride and love that she felt for you all. It is clear that her confidence here is well founded.
Quote from: von Boom on 12 October, 2018, 06:31:37 PM
Very saddened to hear about the passing of Greg Stafford. I spent many, many enjoyable hours with friends playing Runequest. RIP.
How very sad - Glorantha is one of the most unique fantasy creations, and at very top of the RPG settings. I'll never forget my adventures there when I was 11 or 12, my first ever RPG experience as a player, and I've enjoyed dipping in and out ever since. RIP Greg.
Very sorry for your loss, DJ
Anthea Bell, who translated Asterix for the English market, has died at 82.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 18 October, 2018, 05:44:46 PM
Anthea Bell, who translated Asterix for the English market, has died at 82.
Oh no just heard this. So sad, she was a true great of the medium and while there is no denying the talent of Goscinny as the writer of Asterix it was Bell and Hockridge and later Anthea Bell on her own that made them sing in English. I know shw did a LOT more than just the Asterix books but man those are the works for which I will always remember her.
Such a talent.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 18 October, 2018, 05:44:46 PM
Anthea Bell, who translated Asterix for the English market, has died at 82.
I received my first Asterix from an aunt when I was a kid. I had no idea they were translated from French in the beginning. Bell clearly had a gift.
GamesMaster (https://www.mcvuk.com/business/this-months-issues-of-gamesmaster-and-games-tm-will-be-their-last), which started out doing cheats and irreverent reviews of SNES and Megadrive games around the time of the demise of Zzap and Your Sinclair, and so is probably the last of the irreverent hobbyist mags of the early '90s. If nothing else, it has outlasted the neo-yob era of men's softcore porn mags like Zoo and Nuts that it arguably helped enable, so at least there's that.
Quote from: Professor Bear on 19 October, 2018, 04:52:48 PM
GamesMaster (https://www.mcvuk.com/business/this-months-issues-of-gamesmaster-and-games-tm-will-be-their-last), which started out doing cheats and irreverent reviews of SNES and Megadrive games around the time of the demise of Zzap and Your Sinclair, and so is probably the last of the irreverent hobbyist mags of the early '90s. If nothing else, it has outlasted the neo-yob era of men's softcore porn mags like Zoo and Nuts that it arguably helped enable, so at least there's that.
Games TM too.
Quote from: von Boom on 18 October, 2018, 06:54:53 PM
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 18 October, 2018, 05:44:46 PM
Anthea Bell, who translated Asterix for the English market, has died at 82.
I received my first Asterix from an aunt when I was a kid. I had no idea they were translated from French in the beginning. Bell clearly had a gift.
Yes, a truly incredible talent. I vividly remember seeing my first French Asterix book as a kid, and being puzzled that almost all the names were different - and suddenly realizing that all the puns (that I was only beginning to appreciate) were delivered by someone other than the wondrous Goscinny. RIP.
Stan Lee aged 95 :(
filippo
Douglas Rain best known as the voice of HAL 9000 in the film 2001 A Space Oddyssy aged 90
Quote from: rogue69 on 12 November, 2018, 11:55:48 PM
Douglas Rain best known as the voice of HAL 9000 in the film 2001 A Space Oddyssy aged 90
Synchronicity - I was just thinking yesterday that I should watch 2001 again soon.
You killed him!!!
Quote from: Richard on 13 November, 2018, 08:59:36 PM
You killed him!!!
You say that, but a week after I made my current 2000AD forum avatar my facebook avatar, Terry Pratchett died :-O
How much to get you to change your avatar to a pic of Nigel Farage?
Quote from: Professor Bear on 14 November, 2018, 01:54:52 AM
How much to get you to change your avatar to a pic of Nigel Farage?
Unfortunately the only pics I have with me and famous people are the one with PTerry and one with Neil Gaiman and me.
Babs Beverley, one third of the Beverley Sisters aged 91
Get him to Miracle Max: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-46238747
As well as his many excellent screenplays (Butch Cassidy, Princess Bride, All the President's Men), Goldman's book Adventures in the Screen Trade is a brilliant read for anyone interested in films and filmmaking. One of the all time greats.
Turning out to be a rather shit week.
Such sad news about William Goldman. The Princess Bride is a nearly perfect film. RIP. :'(
Yeah pretty gutted about William Goldman. Princess Bride is one of my favourite books and quite possibly my very favourite movie.
He was a skills and talented writer both film and prose. We've lost another genuine great... saying that too often these last couple of months.
TV21 comic strip artist Mike Noble has died, aged 88
Damn. I grew up reading his stuff. Loved it.
RiP Mike.
Richard Baker, one of the first news presenters to appear on screen with the BBC & he introduced the first BBC television news bulletin in 1954, has died at the age of 93.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 19 November, 2018, 04:05:15 PM
TV21 comic strip artist Mike Noble has died, aged 88
Damn. I grew up reading his stuff. Loved it.
RiP Mike.
Not an obituary, but this is a nice article about 2000AD alumni Lee Sullivan's friendship with Mike Noble (http://www.leesullivanart.co.uk/www.leesullivan.co.uk/NEW!_Mike_Noble_Lee_Sullivan_Zero_X_print.html).
A nice piece about Mike Noble: http://lewstringer.blogspot.com/2018/11/mike-noble-1930-2018.html (http://lewstringer.blogspot.com/2018/11/mike-noble-1930-2018.html)
Nic Roeg, genius director of Don't Look Now, The Man Who Fell to Earth, Walkabout and others.
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2018/nov/24/nicolas-roeg-dies-aged-90-dont-look-now-walkabout
Unfortunate news but he was an original and unique talent.
Actor George A. Cooper who played no nonsense caretaker Mr Griffiths in Grange Hill died aged 93
'SpongeBob SquarePants' creator Stephen Hillenburg died of ALS aged 57
Absolutely awful to hear of Hillenburg's passing. "Bungebob" was my son's first word, no word of a lie. I don't think a day went by for about 8 years that we didn't have Spongebob on somewhere in the house, there were jellyfish Halloween costumes, long journey trivia contests, Lego pineapples and beloved lunchboxes. It remains the only one of the kids' favourite cartoons that never once bored or irritated me, and putting Sandy Cheeks in Bikini Bottom is still one of the best gags I've ever heard. RIP you magnificent loon.
Awww, man. Really sorry to hear that. I don't have kids but I am one and I love Spongebob.
For those desperate for a Christmas present with a difference and perhaps to lament the passing of one of our great cartoonists this could be the thing you want:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/SpongeBob-SquarePants-Philosophy-Popular-Culture/dp/0812697308/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543395414&sr=8-1&keywords=the+philosophy+of+spongebob
Disproving the adage that you get more right wing as you age, RAF veteran and Labour mainstay Harry Leslie Smith (https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/harry-leslie-smith-death-war-veteran-cause-activist-tributes-age-a8655426.html), AKA the Grandpa Simpson of the UK left, has died, aged 95.
Don't worry if you've never heard of him, he was a huge supporter of the NHS and spoke eloquently in its defence, so he didn't get invited on telly much. A combative bastard to the end, if you check his Twitter feed you can find that where most people would probably get tired of telling Nazis to fuck off sixty years after planting their grandads, Harry made a point of it right up until the day he was hospitalised, most likely never being suspended from Twitter only because they figured they wouldn't have to wait long until he was off the platform permanently.
Harry spoke often of his upcoming death, citing it as being akin to waiting for a sailboat or a train containing his loved ones, but despite this became a political activist in his final years even though his frailty and difficulty in speaking were obvious, both authoring and promoting a book in which he spoke firsthand of the Britain that was and which his political opponents would see return - he titled it Don't Let My Past Be Your Future. I guess we'll see.
George H.W. Bush, the 41st U.S. president and father of the 43rd, has died at age 94
Punk legend Pete Shelley of The Buzzcocks:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-46476369
I saw them a few years ago and they were still great.
British wrestling legend Tommy "Dynamite Kid" Billington one half of the British Bulldogs has died on his 60th birthday
Quote from: rogue69 on 08 December, 2018, 09:11:31 PM
British wrestling legend Tommy "Dynamite Kid" Billington one half of the British Bulldogs has died on his 60th birthday
That's terrible news.
Anyone with the slightest interest in wrestling, particularly the WWF during the 80's should get his book "Pure Dynamite" as its an amazing, if at times far too honest, read.
Cartoonist Terry Bave:
http://lewstringer.blogspot.com/2018/12/terry-bave.html (http://lewstringer.blogspot.com/2018/12/terry-bave.html)
and
https://downthetubes.net/?p=102852 (https://downthetubes.net/?p=102852)
Aw, feck. I used to love his stuff. He was one of the few kids' comics cartoonists from back then whose name I knew, as he popped up at least once in his own strips.
Actor Donald Moffat - maybe best known to us lot as Garry from 'The Thing' - age 87. Easily my favourite cast member of one of the greatest films ever.
Paddy Ashdown (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-46662546), former Royal Marine, ex-leader of the Liberal Democrats, 77.
Poor old Paddy Pantsdown. I always liked him - he seemed like he had his head screwed on.
Indeed, personal indiscretion (the only mistake of his career as far as i'm aware of) he seemed a rarified respectable politician.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 23 December, 2018, 02:49:17 PM
... personal indiscretion (aside)
Ashdown had a history of entering into ill-advised couplings with undesirable partners*
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/212440.stm
* Blair never gave the Lib-Dems the PR referendum they were promised in return for getting him elected. They'd have to wait until 2011, when Dave Cameron wooed the similarly guileless Nick Clegg with another tempting opportunity to prop up a vainglorious idiot obsessed with legacy, who would balls up the only really important decision they had to make during their entire time in office. The UK did not adopt a system of proportional representation (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2011_United_Kingdom_Alternative_Vote_referendum#Pre-election) and now we are where we are.
Film Review axed by Beeb after 47 years.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-46694568
I still call it 'Film 86.'
Very saddened to hear June Whitfield has died. 93 is a good age but still, doesn't seem right that she's no longer with us. What a great career she had.
Recap of the year's deaths (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-46635152) - there's a few I either missed or have forgotten about there. Not a good year for children's TV or punk/post-punk/new wave music, amongst other spheres.
Dr Hook & the Medicine Show singer Ray Sawyer has died aged 81.
Quote from: rogue69 on 01 January, 2019, 01:11:51 PM
Dr Hook & the Medicine Show singer Ray Sawyer has died aged 81.
He was the one with the eye patch who wasn't Dennis Locorriere.
Great tunes though.
Dean Ford, 72 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-46738797), lead singer of Marmalade.
Legendary former WWE backstage interviewer "Mean" Gene Okerlund has died at the age of 76.
British actor and voice actor William Morgan Sheppard has died aged 86. best-known for his work on Star Trek across the years,
The legend that was Ron Smith.
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 10 January, 2019, 10:37:16 AM
The legend that was Ron Smith.
You're sneking with me? Oh no...
Wretched news but all those artists that started with 2000AD's first run are all of a certain age now. 'Lawmaster on the Loose' and 'The Exo-Men' are two of my fave strips.
Very sad news. Random Smith memory: early of exposure to Dredd was the replacement eyes after City Of The Damned - those piles of eyes in jelly utterly grossed me out.
Oh sweet Jovus welcome you Ron.
I never got the chance to meet him but he is 'my' Dredd artist.
RIP Ron Smith, and thank you.
I spoke with him on the 'phone a couple of times, back in the day. An absolute gentleman, this is very sad news.
An absolute legend. Always enjoyed his Dredd.
Sad to hear about Ron, he contributed to create a legend of Dredd :'(
What terrible news RIP Ron
Such sad news about Ron Smith. RIP.
Aw, man. First Carlos and now Ron. Glad I managed to tell him (via Sharky's tribute book) that he made my childhood special. I was going to call him at the time but sadly I bottled it.
RIP Ron Smith.
Has anyone drawn more Dredds than him? Am literally asking. Who has drawn the most?
A major talent.
As more than a few people have said, I didn't appreciate him enough on initial reading but my, when revisiting DREDD a decade or more later, did I come to appreciate how much he brought to the party!
Quote from: McGurk76 on 10 January, 2019, 03:46:01 PM
RIP Ron Smith.
Has anyone drawn more Dredds than him? Am literally asking. Who has drawn the most?
A major talent.
This doesn't quite cover your question, but worth a read anyway: Heroes of 2000AD (http://heroesof2000ad.blogspot.com/2015/07/no-29-ron-smith.html).
My money would be on King Carlos for most Dredds (if I gambled).
Quote from: sheridan on 11 January, 2019, 05:45:48 PM
Quote from: McGurk76 on 10 January, 2019, 03:46:01 PM
RIP Ron Smith.
Has anyone drawn more Dredds than him? Am literally asking. Who has drawn the most?
A major talent.
This doesn't quite cover your question, but worth a read anyway: Heroes of 2000AD (http://heroesof2000ad.blogspot.com/2015/07/no-29-ron-smith.html).
My money would be on King Carlos for most Dredds (if I gambled).
I'll leave it to better nerds than me to tot up the page count, but the 2000d website describes him as "The most prolific Dredd artist in the character's history " and I'm not going to argue with Tharg.
Influence is so much more than page count however - If Wagner & Ezquerra were the parents of Dredd, Ron Smith was the architect of Mega City One
Quote from: Dandontdare on 11 January, 2019, 11:20:20 PM
Quote from: McGurk76 on 10 January, 2019, 03:46:01 PM
RIP Ron Smith.
Has anyone drawn more Dredds than him? Am literally asking. Who has drawn the most?
A major talent.
I'll leave it to better nerds than me to tot up the page count, but the 2000d website describes him as "The most prolific Dredd artist in the character's history " and I'm not going to argue with Tharg.
Influence is so much more than page count however - If Wagner & Ezquerra were the parents of Dredd, Ron Smith was the architect of Mega City One
Carlos has drawn the most single
episodes of Dredd, but Ron (by virtue of the Daily Star) has drawn most Dredd
stories.
Such sad news, if not wholly unexpected. A good age, in his early 90s wasn't he, but still...
I absolutely loved his work on Dredd. So many of the stories he illustrated are forever first in my mind when I think of Dredd. And nobody captured the bizarre and eccentric nature of MC1, and it's denizens like Ron.
I never got to meet him, alas. I missed his last signing appearance at FP back in 2013? I kicked myself not long after that, for not going. To have met him, and to have said thank you, would have been a memory to cherish.
A quiet and a unassuming chap - in regards to his talent, it would seem.
And for a period, not a Dredd artist that had gotten much in the way of the applause he so rightly deserved. Pleased in later years that many folks, on here and elsewhere, shared the love they felt for Ron and his work.
And very pleased, that via Facebook, his daughter and grand-daughter, came to learn of the very high regard we fans held him in.
So, to Ron Smith. The quiet genius, who's work remains a fundamental part of the bedrock of Dredd.
Thank you, and may you rest in piece, sir.
A great shame. I loved his work, especially the way he drew the city. I hope Tharg puts together a collection of his work soon.
Lorna Doom (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2019/jan/17/lorna-doom-germs), bassist with early LA punk band Germs.
Windsor Davies (https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2019/jan/19/windsor-davies-it-aint-half-hot-mum-actor-dies-aged-88), 88.
"YOU ORRIBLE LITTLE SHITE AWK!" was a regular insult where I grew up, a testiment to how dated and terrible Northern Irish television was Davies made an impact on young brains. Still amazing to think that distinctive voice never got to occupy a Disney villain at some point.
He was always one of my favourite actors growing up. I loved his "double act" with Donald Sinden in Never the Twain and, of course, his turn in It Ain't Half Hot, Mum as the frustrated warrior attached to a concert party was sublime.
"Oh dear. How sad. Never mind."
:(
I actually thought he'd died years ago, but in a way I'm happy to hear he reached a nice age.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 19 January, 2019, 10:27:47 PM
I actually thought he'd died years ago, but in a way I'm happy to hear he reached a nice age.
You and me both - definitely in the 'they were still alive?' camp - glad he seems to have had a happy retirement.
David Pugh just posted this on facebook:
Vicente Vano Ibarra (1947–2006) half of the Vanyo brother's team, Wolfie Smith and Dredd.
Quote from: sheridan on 19 January, 2019, 01:18:14 PM
Windsor Davies (https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2019/jan/19/windsor-davies-it-aint-half-hot-mum-actor-dies-aged-88), 88.
Aw. Loved the video in that article. Thanks for posting. First time I encountered it, I think. Mind you... year of my birth, maybe I just don't remember, or hadn't , erm, popped out yet. The other chap has a genuinely lovely voice too.
Quote from: Mardroid on 25 January, 2019, 08:44:43 PM
Quote from: sheridan on 19 January, 2019, 01:18:14 PM
Windsor Davies (https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2019/jan/19/windsor-davies-it-aint-half-hot-mum-actor-dies-aged-88), 88.
Aw. Loved the video in that article. Thanks for posting. First time I encountered it, I think. Mind you... year of my birth, maybe I just don't remember, or hadn't , erm, popped out yet. The other chap has a genuinely lovely voice too.
Whenever I think of those two, it takes me back to my starring role in the primary school Christmas play when I was 8 - for some reason, the play opened with a recording of that song which was in the charts at the time.
Weren't they part of the Wispa Bar whisper ad campaign as well? Or did I dream it?
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 25 January, 2019, 11:05:56 PM
Weren't they part of the Wispa Bar whisper ad campaign as well? Or did I dream it?
Think so. No.
Windsor Davies did another advert a few years later for Wispa Gold with his earlier self, (and that one's on YouTube).
Just watched series 1 of It Ain't Half Hot Mum, after not having seen an episode for decades, and his Sergeant Major Williams is still a wonderful character.
It Aint Half Hot is such a product of its time, which is a shame, as between the trappings of the period where some genuinely brilliant bits of comedy gold.
I've just found out that a man I've known all my life, who was a friend of my Dad's and whom I've worked for on and off for over forty years, an awkward, contradistinctive, opinionated and prickly old bastard much like myself, committed suicide this morning.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 30 January, 2019, 09:39:47 PM
I've just found out that a man I've known all my life, who was a friend of my Dad's and whom I've worked for on and off for over forty years, an awkward, contradistinctive, opinionated and prickly old bastard much like myself, committed suicide this morning.
Sorry to hear that, Shark. I've been through the experience of losing friends to suicide too many times. I can only imagine how much the feelings are amplified when the person has been a friend of the family, workmate and part of your life for so long.
Ah, my sincere condolences Shark.
Sorry to hear about that, Sharky, but please don't read anything into it beyond that this can be a difficult time of year for those with mental health issues.
Very sorry to hear of your friend's passing, Sharkey. Take care and all the best.
Thanks, chaps.
It turns out he'd been diagnosed with terminal cancer and had only weeks to live. He's always been an active man - indeed, he made it into the Guinness Book of Records for achieving the fastest time from Land's End to John O'Groats on a penny farthing and was always cycling about locally, though he gave up riding the penny farthing a few years ago.
When I first learned of his suicide I was shocked, it just didn't seem to fit with his personality, but learning about the cancer makes perfect sense. He always dealt with life on his own terms so it follows that he'd deal with death in the same way. He locked his wife in the house then went out and jumped into the farm's old irrigation pit.
That knowledge doesn't make his loss any less sad but now at least it doesn't feel so tragic.
Great US character actor Dick Miller has passed away;
https://variety.com/2019/film/news/dick-miller-dead-dies-gremlins-terminator-1203124265/
Quote from: Heath C Ackley on 31 January, 2019, 12:35:41 PM
Great US character actor Dick Miller has passed away;
https://variety.com/2019/film/news/dick-miller-dead-dies-gremlins-terminator-1203124265/
Was just watching Gremlins 2 the other day (following up from Gremlins at christmas - one of the two must-see christmas films). Always wonder about the character of Murray Futterman - his overt racism seems like it should be a set-up for something later in the film, but it never happens. Don't remember him appearing in Terminator. The article says he's the pawn shop owner, so I'm guessing that's where Arnie gets his gun?
The 'just what you see, pal' guy when Arnie asks for a plasma rifle in the something* watt range? I think you are right Sheridan, although I didn't think that was a pawn shop.
He's got one of those faces I always recognise, but can rarely remember where I saw him. I don't mean that in a negative way.
*40? I know, I know. Google is my friend.....
Very sorry to hear of your loss, Sharky.
Condolences Sharky.
Never easy to deal with Shark. My sympathies. Z
Sorry to hear that Sharky, my thoughts are with you and his family.
filippo
Quote from: Heath C Ackley on 31 January, 2019, 12:35:41 PM
Great US character actor Dick Miller has passed away;
https://variety.com/2019/film/news/dick-miller-dead-dies-gremlins-terminator-1203124265/
Blimey,
another one of those guys who I thought had already gone.
He was the star of the Roger Corman film A Bucket of Blood. I've always been childishly proud that this was the first film I watched with my other half.
Regards,
Robin
I'm very sorry about the loss of your good friend Shark — deep sympathy to his friends and Family.
Thank you, everyone.
Jeremy Hardy, 57 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-47056671), cancer.
Well, that's a bit of a shocker. 57? That's no age to go. Sorry to hear of his departure. I think he did a version of 'An Accidental Death of an Anarchist' which I listened to on Radio 4 extra excellent as I recall.
Sorry to hear about you friend Sharkie, sounds like our kind of guy...
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 01 February, 2019, 11:18:53 AM
Well, that's a bit of a shocker. 57? That's no age to go. Sorry to hear of his departure. I think he did a version of 'An Accidental Death of an Anarchist' which I listened to on Radio 4 extra excellent as I recall.
I can never hear Roxanne by the Police without thinking of Jeremy's rendition...
Shocked and saddened by Jeremy Hardy's death - I like to think he's having a cup of tea with his old mate Linda Smith and listening to all the great Brexit gags she never got to do.
Awww heck. Hardy's head lice in a private school quip has entered my families popular lexicon. A great comedian and a lovely bloke by all accounts.
Julie Adams, the damsel in distress in classic monster movie Creature from the Black Lagoon, has died, aged 92.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-47115139
Half of the surviving Fopp branches, including my regular stomping ground in Manchesters northern quarter, where I saw many a small private gig and screening, and the jobs of nearly 500 people. A piece of the music, arts and cinema scene is now gone.
They died once before in 2007: https://forums.2000ad.com/index.php?topic=20270.0 (https://forums.2000ad.com/index.php?topic=20270.0)
HMV saved them that time, but I can't see anyone riding to the rescue of a high street CD & DVD retailer today. Game over, dude, game over.
Albert Finney, cinema's original 'angry young man' aged 82
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/albert-finney-cinemas-original-angry-young-man-dies-aged-82/ar-BBTkvfy?ocid=chromentp
Quote from: rogue69 on 08 February, 2019, 03:32:27 PM
Albert Finney, cinema's original 'angry young man' aged 82
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/albert-finney-cinemas-original-angry-young-man-dies-aged-82/ar-BBTkvfy?ocid=chromentp
Aw fuck. Finney was a wonderful actor. His portrayal of Tom Jones is simply one of the best performances ever. The food scene is in a class by itself. RIP Albert. :'(
https://youtu.be/tezjznL9NzM (https://youtu.be/tezjznL9NzM)
Mr Oreo,the real life model for Rocket Racoon.
A clown, a festive miser, and a werewolf hunter. Finney was a patron saint of the Manchester acting scene and a fabulous screen presence. He'll be missed.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 08 February, 2019, 05:28:37 PM
A clown, a festive miser, and a werewolf hunter. Finney was a patron saint of the Manchester acting scene and a fabulous screen presence. He'll be missed.
I find it hard to choose a favourite between Finney's Scrooge and Alastair Sim's.
Regards,
Robin
BBC link: Albert Finney, 82 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-47175304)
Dammit! Finney playing "Danny Boy" on the Thompson is one of my favourite things ever.
Gordon Banks, World Cup winning England goalkeeper at 81. I'd rather we didn't have this excuse to see THAT save over and over on the news but a good innings. Wait, that's the other game, isn't it?
, 77.
Swiss actor, probably best known internationally for his role as Hitler in Downfall (and the following scene parodied thousands of times).
(https://3a09223b3cd53870eeaa-7f75e5eb51943043279413a54aaa858a.ssl.cf3.rackcdn.com/b5c00b9f4a16f8bb707aa9e978a6b2ff56324ede-1550323732-5c681014-620x348.jpg) (https://www.theguardian.com/film/2019/feb/16/bruno-ganz-actor-who-played-hitler-in-downfall-dies-aged-77%3Cbr%20/%3EBruno%20Ganz%5B/url)
Bruno Ganz.
Quote from: sheridan on 16 February, 2019, 08:25:15 PM
Bruno Ganz (https://www.theguardian.com/film/2019/feb/16/bruno-ganz-actor-who-played-hitler-in-downfall-dies-aged-77), 77.
Swiss actor, probably best known internationally for his role as Hitler in Downfall (and the following scene parodied thousands of times).
(https://3a09223b3cd53870eeaa-7f75e5eb51943043279413a54aaa858a.ssl.cf3.rackcdn.com/b5c00b9f4a16f8bb707aa9e978a6b2ff56324ede-1550323732-5c681014-620x348.jpg)
That's how my initial post should have appeared - a ']' went missing.
He was also great as the angel in Wim Wender's fascinating Wings of Desire (Der Himmel über Berlin).
Quote from: CalHab on 18 February, 2019, 07:59:17 AM
He was also great as the angel in Wim Wender's fascinating Wings of Desire (Der Himmel über Berlin).
Yes - I hadn't realised he was in that as well (though it's been ages since I saw it - was the original the one with Peter Falk, or was that the english-language remake?)
He's in the German original and it's semi-sequel. The Hollywood version is a very different thing with Meg Ryan and Nic Cage. I didn't think it was as bad as many critics suggested, but it took nothing other than the idea of angels living among us from the Wenders film.
It also doesn't have the benefit of featuring a performance by Crime & the City Solution, as Wings of Desire does!
Karl Lagerfeld, 85 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-47293612), fashion designer.
Peter York from the monkey's aged 77
Don't you mean Peter Tork?
Blocdy autocorrect Peter Tork has passed away aged 77
Without autocorrect on: Peter Tork of the Monkees (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-47319788).
Brody Stevens actor & comedian best known for the Hangover & Due date aged 48
Quote from: rogue69 on 23 February, 2019, 10:15:43 AM
Brody Stevens actor & comedian best known for the Hangover & Due date aged 48
I confess, I don't know him, but that's no age at all. The age bracket of many here including myself (not meaning to be selfish).
Damn Mark Hollis of Talk Talk fame appears to have died. Very influential Band with a very distinctive sound.
https://consequenceofsound.net/2019/02/talk-talk-mark-hollis-dead/?fbclid=IwAR0A-tTdiSGHLyS_tyiVlPTqcDuRZ0J4J1od4oT4BboWlDNPmJ0EO4Wu_-I
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 25 February, 2019, 10:05:51 PM
Damn Mark Hollis of Talk Talk fame appears to have died.
Ah, that's a shame. Was just listening to this again the other day: https://youtu.be/LuYNidNgQic
André Previn (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-17342940), composer, concert pianist, 89.
Ross Lowell (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/ross-lowell-dead-oscar-recipient-inventor-gaffer-tape-was-92-1190871), inventor of clamp lights (used on film sets) and gaffer tape, 92.
Quote from: sheridan on 28 February, 2019, 10:01:00 PM
André Previn (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-17342940), composer, concert pianist, 89.
Ah, Mr Preview, I wonder if his baton is still in Chicago.
Kieth Flint from the prodigy aged 49
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/keith-flint-dead-prodigy-legend-dies-at-49/ar-BBUlABN?li=BBoPRmx&ocid=chromentp
Another report on BBC (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-47442312).
Utterly shocked and very saddened by this. The Prodigy were a huge part of my younger years - they did the best live concerts I've ever seen and I even styled myself on Keith a bit (purple spiked hair and piercings, basically).
I was absolutely determined to see them next time they played, but even if they do now it won't be the same without Keith. Rest in peace
Shame. I love the Prodigy
Luke Perry - https://www.variety.com/2019/tv/news/luke-perry-dead-dies-90210-riverdale-1203154263/amp/
Absolutely devastated that Keith Flint died, especially as it was depression that led to him ending his life. :'(
RIP my favourite Firestarter.
A bit more about Keith, now that it's sunk in.
I liked rave / techno at the time, but it just looked shit. Dirty hippies in fields, or baggy t-shirted clowns getting mud all over their expensive suede shoes.
The Prodigy were among the best, and Keith made them look it. For those of us who could just about remember the arse-end of punk, we suddenly had a mad frontman who brought its look and attitude to the dance music scene. He was Johnny Rotten for the pillhead generation.
When Firestarter came out, he suddenly proved he had the voice of Johnny Rotten as well as the charisma. I remember one music magazine calling that song, and its iconic video, 'pure, bottled zeitgeist', which was spot on.
He was a John Hicklenton drawing come to life. Goodbye, Keith. You won't be forgotten.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 05 March, 2019, 07:45:50 PM
He was a John Hicklenton drawing come to life. Goodbye, Keith. You won't be forgotten.
I can't think of a better description!
RIP Keith.
I always thought the Breathe video is like Hicklenton come to life.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_PAHbqq-o4
It's horrible that Flint's gone; doubly so when you hear what a lovely bloke he was. (Being 'stage' Keith Flint must have been exhausting.)
Indeed - the press have been full of pictures of him grimacing and snarling, but only a handful, such as this one (https://home.bt.com/news/showbiz-news/music-stars-pay-tribute-to-lovely-and-generous-keith-flint-11364342807044) chose that picture of him just having a nice time at Glasto. Sad loss, one of those bands I had opportunities to see but never did.
Magenta Devine, 61 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-47473388).
Jacques Loussier, 84 (https://www.francemusique.fr/jazz/hommage-a-jacques-loussier-70497).
Who he?
Most famous in the UK for the recording of Air on a G String, as used in adverts like this (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdDe3CXMajA).
Hang on a minute. Firestarter. FLINT. Twenty-odd years on the penny drops...
Juan Arancio aged 87 the Argentinian artist best know in 2000AD for co-creating Shako & drawing the first 4 issues
Quote from: rogue69 on 07 March, 2019, 08:55:40 PM
Juan Arancio aged 87 the Argentinian artist best know in 2000AD for co-creating Shako & drawing the first 4 issues
I always think droids should get their own thread, so hopefully you won't mind if I copy and paste your post (https://forums.2000ad.com/index.php?topic=45706.msg1002534#msg1002534).
Reports of Jan-Michael Vincent's passing were released today, though his death actually happened last month. Best known for Airwolf, he also starred in Damnation Alley, a movie known around these parts for its contributions to Dredd lore (alongside the original novel the film was based upon).
Though he'd had a leg amputated some years ago, 73 still isn't a bad run, especially not when you consider the many films and tv shows he was in and the high profile and earnings he got from Airwolf that admittedly resulted in his infamous/ruinous toot habit. Was just doing an Airwolf binge watch, too.
Quote from: Professor Bear on 08 March, 2019, 07:15:47 PM
Reports of Jan-Michael Vincent's passing were released today, though his death actually happened last month. Best known for Airwolf, he also starred in Damnation Alley, a movie known around these parts for its contributions to Dredd lore (alongside the original novel the film was based upon).
Though he'd had a leg amputated some years ago, 73 still isn't a bad run, especially not when you consider the many films and tv shows he was in and the high profile and earnings he got from Airwolf that admittedly resulted in his infamous/ruinous toot habit. Was just doing an Airwolf binge watch, too.
Sadly, I can never hear his name without thinking of Rick and Morty (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLB4dU3Yc6M)
Hal Blaine, drummer (https://variety.com/2019/music/news/hal-blaine-studio-drummer-dies-at-90-1203160849/), 90.
He's a session musician, so you've probably never heard his name before, but you'd have heard his work on Another Saturday Night, Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In, Barbara Ann, the Batman theme, Bridge Over Troubled Water, California Dreamin', Cecilia, Da Doo Ron Ron, Dizzy, Good Vibrations, I Get Around, I Got You Babe, Monday, Monday, Mr Tambourine Man, Mrs Robinson, The Night Has a Thousand Eyes, Return to Sender, The Rocky Horror Show (Roxy cast), Secret Agent Man, Somethin' Stupid, Strangers in the Night, These Boots Are Made for Walkin', (They Long to Be) Close to You, Top of the World.
Danny Kustow guitarist with the Tom Robison Band passed away in a coma whilst on life support with double pneumonia and a liver infection on the 11th March
guitarist Dick Dale of the Del Tones known as the 'King of Surf Rock' dies aged 81
His music was featured over the opening credits to Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-47606592
Bernie Tormé aged 66 guitarist in Gillian & for Ozzy Osbourne
Scott Walker... Time to put Scott 2 on tonight, methinks (not that I ever need an excuse).
Joseph Pilato.
The Captain from Day of the Dead.
Gone at 70.
"You want me to salute that pile of walking pus? Salute my ass!" - Captain Rhodes
He'll live long in the memory. RIP Joe.
Quote from: Mattofthespurs on 26 March, 2019, 06:29:14 PM
Joseph Pilato.
Sad news. His performance as Rhodes is iconic - he chews scenery like nobody's business, his character's clearly a complete asshole, but by god, he commands the screen.
"Ranking" Roger Charlery of The Beat.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 27 March, 2019, 08:04:31 AM
"Ranking" Roger Charlery of The Beat.
That's a shame. Ranking Full Stop is awesome.
Quote from: JamesC on 27 March, 2019, 08:22:54 AM
Quote from: Dandontdare on 27 March, 2019, 08:04:31 AM
"Ranking" Roger Charlery of The Beat.
That's a shame. Ranking Full Stop is awesome.
This is awful news a sad loss indeed. :(
Ranking Roger, 56 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-47714991).
Shane Rimmer, the actor who voiced Scott Tracy in Thunderbirds, has died aged 89.
Quote from: rogue69 on 29 March, 2019, 08:00:28 PM
Shane Rimmer, the actor who voiced Scott Tracy in Thunderbirds, has died aged 89.
Sad news. RIP. :'(
Goldfinger Bond girl Tania Mallet aged 77.
James Hudnall - https://downthetubes.net/?p=106201 (https://downthetubes.net/?p=106201)
Ian Cognito (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-oxfordshire-47911040), comedian, died on stage on Tuesday.
Crikey- he really did exactly that.
Gobsmacked...
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 12 April, 2019, 02:43:41 PM
Crikey- he really did exactly that.
Gobsmacked...
I'm sure a few others here are old enough to have seen Tommy Cooper go a similar way.
Quote from: broodblik on 12 April, 2019, 10:20:29 AM
James Hudnall - https://downthetubes.net/?p=106201 (https://downthetubes.net/?p=106201)
Probably the greatest shame is that Espers always stayed niche. With Lloyd on art duties it is quite something. Granted it does fall into a number of standard tropes but then again that may be more because in the intervening thirty odd years we have seen it so many times. Well worth a read though.
Didn't realise that he did Harsh Realms too though. Another guilty little pleasure but it is easy to understand why it was so short-lived.
Gene Wolfe.
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2019/apr/16/gene-wolfe-science-fiction-author-dies-aged-87 (https://www.theguardian.com/books/2019/apr/16/gene-wolfe-science-fiction-author-dies-aged-87)
I remember reading the Book of the New Sun as they came out when I was at school at the height of my D&D days, they were hugely influental.
These obituaries always throw up odd facts: "He was instrumental in developing the machine that cooks Pringles crisps"
Edward Kelsey, 88 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-48036700), actor, known as the voices of Joe Grundy (The Archers), Colonel K and Baron Silas Greenback (Danger Mouse), Mr Growbag (Wallace and Gromit's Curse of the Were-Rabbit).
Quote from: sheridan on 24 April, 2019, 04:38:20 PM
Edward Kelsey, 88 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-48036700), actor, known as the voices of Joe Grundy (The Archers), Colonel K and Baron Silas Greenback (Danger Mouse), Mr Growbag (Wallace and Gromit's Curse of the Were-Rabbit).
Damn, this one cut a deep wound. Kelsey uttered a line in that Aardman classic thats since become part of my families popular lexicon.
https://getyarn.io/yarn-clip/cee2ec7a-a2a1-4e6b-9804-309a98ea98bc (https://getyarn.io/yarn-clip/cee2ec7a-a2a1-4e6b-9804-309a98ea98bc)
Rowland "Boon" Gould,guitarist and a founding member of the band Level 42, has died aged 64.
Peter Mayhew
Peter Mayhew, best known as Chewbacca, 74 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-48142765)
So sad to hear about Peter. A gloriously warm giant. 43 years on from first his donning the walking carpet, my daughter will wake up this morning beside her cuddly Chewie, under her two Chewie posters and put on her Chewie dressing gown and then i'll have to tell her the news.
The original actors in the Star Wars lexicon are getting to a ripe old age now so not unexpected but equally unfortunate. Chewbacca must be one of the most recognisable characters in Cinema History, and Peter Mayhew made the role more than 'a walking carpet. Very sorry he's gone.
Quote from: TordelBack on 03 May, 2019, 06:46:33 AM
So sad to hear about Peter. A gloriously warm giant. 43 years on from first his donning the walking carpet, my daughter will wake up this morning beside her cuddly Chewie, under her two Chewie posters and put on her Chewie dressing gown and then i'll have to tell her the news.
Aw, man, that's heartbreaking. Do you really have to tell her?
Quote from: TordelBack on 03 May, 2019, 06:46:33 AM
So sad to hear about Peter. A gloriously warm giant. 43 years on from first his donning the walking carpet, my daughter will wake up this morning beside her cuddly Chewie, under her two Chewie posters and put on her Chewie dressing gown and then i'll have to tell her the news.
I think this is the saddest thing I've ever read on this forum, brought a proper lump to my throat. RIP Chewie, and all the best to your little padawan TB.
Ah, Tordels, that's a heartbreaking situation :(
Quote from: TordelBack on 03 May, 2019, 06:46:33 AM
So sad to hear about Peter. A gloriously warm giant. 43 years on from first his donning the walking carpet, my daughter will wake up this morning beside her cuddly Chewie, under her two Chewie posters and put on her Chewie dressing gown and then i'll have to tell her the news.
:-(
Our girls found out this morning via the radio - we (wife and I) were upstairs when we suddenly heard "No, not Chewie!" from downstairs. Thankfully they were OK with it, no tears, but felt really sorry for them when I heard that.
Such sad news about Peter Mayhew. Chewie was an icon and will always be remembered fondly. RIP.
As sad as Peter Mayhew's death is it has been lovely to see such a huge outpouring of love for him with nary a bad word from anyone. A rare feat these days.
Sad to hear about the passing of Peter Mayhew. His ability to get such life and humanity from Chewie while coated in a wookie suit seems to stand testament to what a giant of a man was was in more than the physical sense.
Freddie Starr aged 76
Peggy Lipton aged 72, best known as Double R Diner owner Norma Jennings on the cult classic series Twin Peaks
Doris Day, 97 (https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-48257670)
Quote from: sheridan on 13 May, 2019, 02:16:46 PM
Doris Day, 97 (https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-48257670)
As noted in a recent Twitter exchange with Colin Smith, Doris was my first crush*, and I think I may have imprinted on her version of Calamity Jane for my future romantic targets, which has turned out to be no bad thing. A glowing talent, and one to whose reputation the many years have been appropriately kind. RIP.
*Won't mention again that it was actually a close tie with Floella Benjamin, that always seems to earn me funny looks around here.
Quote from: TordelBack on 13 May, 2019, 05:32:30 PM
Quote from: sheridan on 13 May, 2019, 02:16:46 PM
Doris Day, 97 (https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-48257670)
As noted in a recent Twitter exchange with Colin Smith, Doris was my first crush*, and I think I may have imprinted on her version of Calamity Jane for my future romantic targets, which has turned out to be no bad thing. A glowing talent, and one to whose reputation the many years have been appropriately kind. RIP.
*Won't mention again that it was actually a close tie with Floella Benjamin, that always seems to earn me funny looks around here.
Don't know if it will still be available, but there was a Radio Four series that featured Floella a month or two back. I
think it was presented by wozzname who does that Only Connect thing.
Victoria Coren? That'd be two crushes for the price of one!
Quote from: sheridan on 13 May, 2019, 05:49:15 PMDon't know if it will still be available, but there was a Radio Four series that featured Floella a month or two back. I think it was presented by wozzname who does that Only Connect thing.
That was the women-and-their-first-car thing, right? I heard quite a few episodes of that series and they were quite fun, even though I have no interest in cars. The Floella episode was particularly good, as I recall.
Regards,
Robin
Quote from: TordelBack on 13 May, 2019, 06:08:47 PM
Victoria Coren? That'd be two crushes for the price of one!
That's the one!
Quote from: Robin Low on 13 May, 2019, 07:03:00 PM
Quote from: sheridan on 13 May, 2019, 05:49:15 PMDon't know if it will still be available, but there was a Radio Four series that featured Floella a month or two back. I think it was presented by wozzname who does that Only Connect thing.
That was the women-and-their-first-car thing, right? I heard quite a few episodes of that series and they were quite fun, even though I have no interest in cars. The Floella episode was particularly good, as I recall.
Regards,
Robin
I have less-than-zero interest in cars. Liked listening to the lives of those interviewed, though shame they kept interrupting it with the boring stuff. Bit like trying to listen to the news and being interrupted by updates on who ran around a field playing games.
Quote from: sheridan on 14 May, 2019, 12:47:45 AM
Bit like trying to listen to the news and being interrupted by updates on who ran around a field playing games.
And not even good games like Carcassonne...
Machiko Kyo, aged 95
She was a recognisable fave in the 1950's Japanese cinema scene, appearing in many classics. Ugetsu, Gates of Hell, Floating Weeds, and most iconic of all, Akira Kurosawa's Rashomon, one of the all time classics of Japanese cinema which I can't recommend highly enough. She was one of the first Japanese actors to receive a Golden Globe.
Grumpy Cat.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 17 May, 2019, 12:38:13 PM
Grumpy Cat.
Awww. He never knew he was world famous.
...or SHE, as I've just discovered.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 17 May, 2019, 12:38:13 PM
Grumpy Cat.
The face of a generation and, maybe, the worlds most famous moggy?
The great Niki Lauda, three-time Formula One world champion, aged 70
Nan Winton, 93 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-dorset-48348661), first female newsreader on the BBC.
Jake Black, aka the Very Reverend D.Wayne Love (https://www.nme.com/news/music/jake-black-alabama-3-died-2490786), Alabama 3.
Sad to hear of the passing of Reverend D Wayne Love of Alabama 3.
Quote from: Colin YNWA on 22 May, 2019, 06:02:59 AM
Sad to hear of the passing of Reverend D Wayne Love of Alabama 3.
Me too. At the risk of sounding like a Garth Ennis character, I met him once, backstage at one of their gigs (mate in the industry, see). He was appropriately off his bin, and so was I - I drank most of his wine and he didn't mind.
sad news - I love Alabama3 but only got to see them once - an amazing gig.
Judith Kerr, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-48381415), writer of The Tiger Who Came to Tea.
Paul Darrow, Avon from Blake's 7.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 03 June, 2019, 05:21:29 PM
Paul Darrow, Avon from Blake's 7.
This really makes me sad. He was a true icon of British tv and a lovely bloke. There'll never be another like him.
Gutting news. After his performance in B7, my enduring memory of him will always be as Sam Vimes in Guards Guards at Blackpool. Standing on stage in a nightshirt, holding a toy dragon under one arm and wearing pink fluffy slippers, reciting those immortal words: "Do you feel lucky?" Whoever approached him to play the part had an inspired moment!
awwww :'(
Damn, his Kerr Avon has to be one of the finest depictions of an Anti-heroes on TV. He was in Doctor Who as well plus lots of other programmes. He had to have both legs amputated after an illness yet still managed to appear on the Gameshow Pointless. A Rebel to the end.
Childhood hero gone. Darrow and Jacqueline Pearce made B7 for me. I remember meeting him at a tv and film memorabilia fair years ago. I recall the gritted-teeth grin he gave as two fanboys stood there and just shouted lines from the show at him!
Ah, no! Really sorry to hear of Paul's passing. I was just recently watching the box set of B7 and he was without a doubt my favourite of all the characters. Sincere condolences to his friends and family. He will be greatly missed. :'(
Gutted to hear Paul Darrow has gone. Avon was always my favorite (after Servelan/Sleer). Z
I grew so fixated on Avon that I remember being angry when Blake finally reappeared in the finale - this isn't your show, scarface - hoppit*! There was something great about someone so cynical, selfish and with such villainous overtones at the heart of a gang of supposed freedom fighters, and I feel I've looked in vain for that dynamic ever since. None of that would have worked without Paul Darrow's perfectly judged performance, in lesser hands you'd ended up with Dr. Smith, Jayne or even Mr. Spock. Instead, we got one of the great creations of small-screen SF, and TV in general. RIP Paul.
*No disrespect to the late great Gareth Thomas.
Well said, Tordels, he was the true star of the show and that Last Scene will live with me forever.
Quote from: TordelBack on 04 June, 2019, 06:17:40 PM
None of that would have worked without Paul Darrow's perfectly judged performance, in lesser hands you'd ended up with Dr. Smith, Jayne or even Mr. Spock. Instead, we got one of the great creations of small-screen SF, and TV in general. RIP Paul.
Yeah, one of the reasons I never took to Firefly was because even the supposed bad apple was just a big puppy dog at heart, whereas Avon really was a complete bastard. I guess there must be shades of Dredd in why so many of us remember the character (and his ambiguous ending) so fondly. RIP
Over the weekend, we also lost Roky Erikson (https://pitchfork.com/thepitch/remembering-roky-erickson-a-forefather-of-outsider-rock/) from out of from out of The Thirteenth Floor Elevators (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwU4iCnWAPU).
Oh Avon. A truly brilliant character and perfectly cast by Darrow. He'll be terribly missed.
I always thought that Paul Darrow would have made a great Sherlock Holmes - he had a similar intensity/quirkiness - much like Jeremy Brett.
Kerr Holmes - now he would be a character!
Roky Erickson died on the 31th last month. Fantastic musician. Love his music with 13th floor elevator and solo songs dearly.
Goodbye Sweet Dreams
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nA6Yiiy14xY
I know the majority of the posters on this site don't like football, and that's cool, but someone I used to watch a lot during the late 80's/early 90's just died.
Justin Edinburgh started his career at Southend before moving to Spurs where he won the FA Cup in 1991 and the League Cup in 1999 with Spurs. He then briefly moved to Portsmouth before going onto a career in management. Starting at the bottom.
He recently won promotion 6 weeks ago with Leyton Orient getting them back into the football league and a week ago was with us Spurs supporters in Madrid for the Champions League final.
On the way home he fell ill with a stroke and then 5 days later died from a cardiac arrest at the age of 49.
Most of this group is much older than 49 and a damn sight less fit than Justin was.
He epitomised healthy living which just shows it can hit any of us without warning.
He leaves behind a wife and 2 children.
Thanks for reading.
RIP Justin.
Gene Wilder's death (from three years ago) (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-37248049) is trending again (just to pre-empt anybody seeing it and not noticing the date).
Sylvia Miles, the actress in Midnight Cowboy and Farewell, My Lovely, aged 94.
Philomena Lynott - Phil Lynott's mum.
Quite a character apparently. A regular at Dublin's Rock Museum, where she donated a ton of Phil's stuff for the final room in an awesome museum.
The actor William Simons, PC Alf Ventress in Heartbeat aged 79
Quote from: rogue69 on 22 June, 2019, 09:55:18 PM
The actor William Simons, PC Alf Ventress in Heartbeat aged 79
I always remember him from that episode of Bergerac 'A Man Of Sorrows' where he played the seemingly corrupt Chief Chater. He was memorable as the working class Chater who resented Jack Galloways more Middle-class Hallowes. Indeed, he'd sent him out as a lure to trap Big Criminals, like George Bakers thuggish Drug and Gangland Chief Higgins. Competent Actor who worked solidly far as I can tell for over six decades.
Actor Rip Torn of MIB fame and The Larry Sanders Show.
https://news.yahoo.com/rip-torn-larry-sanders-show-071928028.html
Freddie Jones, who happens to be my avatar as Thufir Hawat in Dune, died today. Sad loss and a great actor
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 10 July, 2019, 08:33:21 AM
Actor Rip Torn of MIB fame and The Larry Sanders Show.
https://news.yahoo.com/rip-torn-larry-sanders-show-071928028.html
Aw no. "It's a Salty Dog. Drink it, you pussy!".
Denise Nickerson, actress, 62 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-48947783) (Violet Beauregarde from Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory).
A sad day for comedy. R.I.P. Brendan Grace, best known as the obnoxious Fr. Fintan Stack in Father Ted. :(
https://www.thejournal.ie/they-said-they-wanted-an-obnoxious-priest-how-brendan-grace-and-the-father-ted-writers-created-fr-fintan-stack-4720328-Jul2019/
He'll aways be Bottler to me. Tapes of his (and Billy Connolly's) accompanied us as kids on many trips out west, and I can still hear us all singing along to "There was Rasher and Razor and Bottler and me / We borr'eed a car and went down to the sea" (inevitably interspersed with 'Convoy' and 'Patricia the Stripper' - we were edgy, man).
By no means all of his older work comes up to scratch for treatment of race, class and sex (I'm thinking of his Chinese Takeaway routine, to name one...), but find me a comedian from 40 years ago that passes on all counts.
Karl Shiels Peaky Blinders And Batman Begins Actor, Aged 47
Quote from: rogue69 on 16 July, 2019, 10:04:49 AM
Karl Shiels Peaky Blinders And Batman Begins Actor, Aged 47
RIP Karl, and condolences to his family, friends and colleagues - including the forum member who worked with him.
47, ffs.
The 33 (and possibly more) members of Kyoto Animations' staff killed in an arson attack, BBC (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49027178), believed to be the highest death toll by murder in post-war Japans history and around 25% of the studio's key staff.
I was shocked by how much of their output I'd gobbled up during my animuuu phase - FMP, Lucky Star and Haruhi being the most obvious highlights. Terrible news.
Awful, awful way to go and what a horrific loss of a cultural cornerstone.
Quote from: Link Prime on 17 July, 2019, 10:55:31 AM
Quote from: rogue69 on 16 July, 2019, 10:04:49 AM
Karl Shiels Peaky Blinders And Batman Begins Actor, Aged 47
RIP Karl, and condolences to his family, friends and colleagues - including the forum member who worked with him.
47, ffs.
He hadn't been great for a while, the poor sod.
Quote from: sheridan on 23 May, 2019, 11:12:26 AM
Judith Kerr, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-48381415), writer of The Tiger Who Came to Tea.
They just showed the rather lovely IMAGINE documentary about her on BBC 1 so it will probably be available on IPlayer. Well worth a watch. Two lines stand out
Advice to comic creators everywhere: "Never write words saying what they can see in the picture"
and
Looking at plaques commemorating those sent to Auschwitz: "All very good but nobody did anything".
My friend for last nearly 30 years, from school, just killed himself this morning. I was shocked about it, I dont see him for few years, but he looks fine on his Instagram last few weeks. Found out he was in depression.
He is Deaf, and sadly in last 5 weeks, 6 Deaf men killed themselves.
Many problems as lack of communication and long waiting list for mental support.
So angry and sad about it.
So sorry to hear that, Goaty. The death of a friend is always hard but suicide is something else altogether.
My deepest sympathies to you and your friend's family.
So sorry to hear about your friend Goaty.
filippo
Sorry to hear that, Goaty. Hope you're alright mate.
Aw, man. Really sorry to hear that. Thoughts are with you and others close to him.
Shit, Goaty that's so sad. There's very little tougher than losing someone to suicide. My thoughts are with you and yours, and your mate's family and friends.
That very sad news Goaty. Condolences to you and his loved oned.
Sorry to hear that brother. Condolences.
Rutger Hauer, 75 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49098435)
Quote from: sheridan on 24 July, 2019, 06:21:36 PM
Rutger Hauer, 75 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49098435)
Incredibly sad news. Hauer had some incredibly memorable parts and was underrated as an actor in my opinion. The rain can't hide my tears over this.
RIP :cry:
It's regrettable news about Rutger Hauer. 'I've done questionable things...but extraordinary things. Revel in your time.' Ah, Hobo with a shotgun and Split Second must be the 'questionable things' but his Roy Batty in Bladerunner is one of the best Villains/anti-heroes ever.
Quote from: von Boom on 24 July, 2019, 06:46:12 PM
Quote from: sheridan on 24 July, 2019, 06:21:36 PM
Rutger Hauer, 75 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49098435)
Incredibly sad news. Hauer had some incredibly memorable parts and was underrated as an actor in my opinion. The rain can't hide my tears over this.
RIP :cry:
Plus ... the old Guiness adverts ...
I forgot about those!
Sad to learn of Rutger Haur's death. And 75 years isn't so old nowadays.
I guess my favourite role with him was Roy Batty in Blade Runner. I really enjoyed Blind Fury too.
So long, Hitcher - I'll genuinely miss him. An often criminally under-used actor :(
So long Rutger, you hand a grand run and some truly memorable roles.
(https://66.media.tumblr.com/b3f3d02f761b08cade6d6d494eba5d0c/tumblr_ousl2gOZzg1w4o2dko1_400.gif)
If he didn't exist, they'd have to have invented him.
For those interested in Rutgers Guinness commercials here's a list. The one where he's 'having a nightmare' made me guffaw out loud.
https://youtu.be/oIXmHMLPmiM
Quote from: Goaty on 23 July, 2019, 08:17:26 PM
My friend for last nearly 30 years, from school, just killed himself this morning. I was shocked about it, I dont see him for few years, but he looks fine on his Instagram last few weeks. Found out he was in depression.
He is Deaf, and sadly in last 5 weeks, 6 Deaf men killed themselves.
Many problems as lack of communication and long waiting list for mental support.
So angry and sad about it.
So sorry for your loss, Goaty and my sincere condolences to you and the family and friends of your schoolmate.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 25 July, 2019, 09:52:27 AM
For those interested in Rutgers Guinness commercials here's a list. The one where he's 'having a nightmare' made me guffaw out loud.
https://youtu.be/oIXmHMLPmiM
There's one more from 2004... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4EQh-OZrnk
The Canadian actor Gabe Khouth who played Sneezy/ Mr Clark in Once Upon a Time, Vitor Criss in the 1990 version of IT & was the voice of Orko in Masters of the Universe has died after suffering a cardiac arrest aged 46
The Kinks keyboardist Ian Gibbons has died at the age of 67.
Joe Longthorne, impressionist and singer, 64 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-49219270).
Toni Morrison at 88. Picked up Jazz in the library because they didn't have the next Stephen Donaldson I was looking for. Opened my mind and my tastes in a handful of pages, been a devoteday fan ever since. RIP
David Berman, of the Silver Jews and more recently Purple Mountains. He was only 52.
He didn't tour much, but on the one occasion I saw the Silver Jews they were brilliant.
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2019/aug/08/david-berman-acclaimed-us-indie-songwriter-dies-aged-52
Peter Fonda, 79 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49379130) lung cancer.
The Koch brothers aren't dead enough:
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/23/us/david-koch-dead.html
heh, when I saw a new post on this tread, I wondered if it was Koch - we need a "dancing on their graves" thread for the likes of him, Epstein, Thatcher , Maxwell etc.
Whilst it's tempting to do so, I don't want to celebrate the death of any human being. I would much rather celebrate the death of the system which allows and encourages the worst of us to thrive.
Is that virtue signalling? I hope not.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 23 August, 2019, 10:40:02 PM
Whilst it's tempting to do so, I don't want to celebrate the death of any human being. I would much rather celebrate the death of the system which allows and encourages the worst of us to thrive.
Is that virtue signalling? I hope not.
It's not and you are correct. Someone dies and the internet laughs? No thanks.
It was a tongue in cheek suggestion, I don't really want a 'glad they're dead' thread.
I did however fulfill an oath I swore in the 80s and bought a bottle of champagne when Thatch died. I was helping a friend move that weekend and she initially thought it was a housewarming gift, but once I explained what we were celebrating, she was even happier. I had no time for those who said "lay off, she's an old lady with dementia" ... that just means she was allowed to get old without accounting for her evil. I've spotted quite a few "still hate Thatcher T shirts this summer.
I'm sorry, DDD - it wasn't a dig at you.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 23 August, 2019, 09:02:36 PM
heh, when I saw a new post on this tread, I wondered if it was Koch
I was surprised, TBH. I thought Vorlons were essentially immortal.
"Don't speak ill of the dead."
To which I respond.
"Don't be a piece of shit in life."
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 24 August, 2019, 09:03:05 AM
"Don't speak ill of the dead."
To which I respond.
"Don't be a piece of shit in life."
As is being discussed right now this forum needs a like button.
I understand the need to respect relatives of the departed but dying doesn't all of a sudden turn you into a saint!... well I say that I'm sure Peter and Francis might disagree?
This is a cathartic moment for many people who have been the victims of the Koch's poisoning of our discourse, and more broadly, considering we aren't pulling these fuckers from their homes and hanging them from lamp-posts, I think getting ribbed after you're dead and won't be exposed to it is a small - nay, inconsequential - price to pay for getting away with a lifetime of exploitation and hatemongering.
I've got no problem with honest retrospective and analysis, even jokes, but to celebrate seems awful to me. It drags us down to their level.
As far as anyone can tell, Mr Cock died because of the pancreatic cancer that's been killing him for the last quarter of a century. That's not an end I'd wish on my worst enemy.
I am, however, very very glad he's dead.
Even if you only subscribe to the crude biblical doctrine of justice, the Cock brothers owe society another eye, since their verified death count is at least two other human beings (https://www.nytimes.com/1996/08/25/us/butane-blast-kills-2-youths-in-texas.html).
The Cocks are/were the kind of hardcore libertarians Ayn Rand adored, determined to end the evil of tax and destroy the hated State. They're also the worst possible advertisment for self-regulation, racking up record criminal fines (https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/inside-the-koch-brothers-toxic-empire-164403/) for environmental pollution and payments to employees (http://realkochfacts.com/snowzilla-reading-the-devastating-story-of-how-the-kochs-business-practices-hurt-real-people/) they murdered.
The Cocks didn't foul the planet and murder innocent people because they were incompetent, they did so because performing routine maintenance on their pipelines and observing basic health and safety practices would have made a tiny difference to their annual profits, which are counted in their billions (https://www.investopedia.com/articles/investing/122915/koch-brothers-americas-2nd-wealthiest-family.asp).
Even if you agree with their ideology, the Cocks are/were actively working to undermine the credibility of that belief system. They're not entrepreneurs, they're trust fund babies who turned their right to be rich into a religion and work to destroy anyone trying to make them observe the same basic laws as everyone else.
Everyone should be glad the Cocks' evil is 50% nearer its end.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 24 August, 2019, 04:32:29 PM
I've got no problem with honest retrospective and analysis, even jokes, but to celebrate seems awful to me. It drags us down to their level.
You take the depths the Koch's sank to far too lightly in that case. They where, not to put to fine a point on it, absolute monsters.
I dunno lads, I can be very glad, celebratory even, that a Koch has ceased being an evil world-wrecking shit at long last, without being happy that they had to actually die to stop it.
(https://i.imgur.com/DsB0xJA.png?1)
Perhaps, but as with serious criminals I'd *definitely* rather all the evil pricks saw the error of their ways and used their time to work towards redemption. Imagine all that power and wealth being bent to good. But I'll settle for them just stopping.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 24 August, 2019, 05:33:14 PM
You take the depths the Koch's sank to far too lightly in that case. They where, not to put to fine a point on it, absolute monsters.
We should perhaps take this conversation over to the Political Thread but I'm not well known for taking the likes of the Kochs (the type of people who subvert governments, influence the public and generally pull strings from the shadows) lightly. They are far from the only ones, so celebrating such deaths is pointless because there'll be another one along presently. It's the system that amplifies and empowers their evil that's the problem - that's the thing we should be looking at. These members of the "superclass" are just the fungus that grows around the institutions which are supposed to help us all.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 24 August, 2019, 05:33:14 PM
You take the depths the Koch's sank to far too lightly in that case. They where, not to put to fine a point on it, absolute monsters.
We should perhaps take this conversation over to the Political Thread but I'm not well known for taking the likes of the Kochs (the type of people who subvert governments, influence the public and generally pull strings from the shadows) lightly. They are far from the only ones, so celebrating such deaths is pointless because there'll be another one along presently. It's the system that amplifies and empowers their evil that's the problem - that's the thing we should be looking at. These members of the "superclass" are just the fungus that grows around the institutions which are supposed to help us all.
I agree, Sharky: we should kill everyone who comprises "The System".
Heh. Kill the system, not the people.
Englands chances of regaining the Ashes... wait what... they did what now...
WOW!
England never just lose outright, they always dangle a prospect of success before fucking up at the end. To quote John Cleese in clockwork: "'It's not the despair, Laura. I can take the despair. It's the hope I can't stand"
Have you not been listing todat DDD. Ben Stokes has played the inns of a lifetime... just 6 weeks or so after playing the inning of a lifetime.
England won the game today!
In such circumstances, it's traditional to parody the Norwegian (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqZTP8-8wIs) commentator's famous celebration by either listing the defeated nation's greatest heroes or an ironic inventory of affectionately regarded but quite silly and insubstantial figures.
The great thing about Australia is that both lists contain exactly the same names.
WE HAVEN'T WON YET! its 1:1 - We're at the equivalent stage of a World Cup quarter final, doing well, daring to hope, but....
Quote from: Dandontdare on 25 August, 2019, 06:06:44 PM
WE HAVEN'T WON YET! its 1:1 - We're at the equivalent stage of a World Cup quarter final, doing well, daring to hope, but....
Well okay. But about 45 minutes after lunch England had lost it entirely... but good point we need to see what happens at Old Trafford. But the chances at least aren't dead ... yet...
Mythbusters' Jessi Combs dies in crash at 36 while attempting to break speed record
https://ew.com/celebrity/2019/08/28/mythbusters-jessi-combs-dies-in-crash/?utm_medium=browser&utm_source=ew.com&utm_content=20190828&utm_campaign=444423
Benny Harvey RIP
Gone but not forgotten.
Nigel Dobbyn artist on Medivac 318, Trash, Red Razors and Strontium Dogs.
filippo
Nigel was a personal hero of mine and it was always a pleasure to meet up, chat and laugh with him. Stunned doesn't cover how I, and many others, feel right now.
(http://www.futurequake.co.uk/imagebucket/CoverWebbies/CoverZSp2016WebMini.jpg)
https://futurequake.wordpress.com/2019/08/30/in-memoriam-nigel-dobbyn/ (https://futurequake.wordpress.com/2019/08/30/in-memoriam-nigel-dobbyn/)
Dobbyns work on Red Razors was among the earliest material in the prog I was exposed to, through back issues, and I always adored his thick, bold art. What a tragic, sad loss indeed. Cheers for the Thrills, Nigel.
Nigel Dobbyn was a fucking great artist with a beautiful and distinct style. I was always amazed he didn't get more 2000ad work. I once met him at a convention (I believe he was doing Billy the Cat for the Beano at the time) and really liked him. RIP.
Oh no that's terrible news. Such a talented artist. I'm lucky enough to have met and chatted to Nigel a couple of times and share my love of his work with him and he came across as a lovely understated person.
I always hoped his recent work on Specials and the like would lead to us seeing him again in the Prog on a more regular basis, alas that will never now be the case.
My thoughts and love to his friends and family.
Stunned - in recent years he also did some great work on Death Ingloria.
Feckin Hell. RIP Nigel, and thank you.
Really sad to hear about this. I loved his Medivac 318 back in the day. RIP Nigel. Z
What terrible news about Nigel. RIP.
:(
Really sorry about Nigel. He was by far the best thing about Strontium Dogs and I would love to have seen him return as a regular contributor.
It's only a small point I know; but RIP my parents' cat Alistair. He was a beautiful grey long-haired fat fella, full of affection and fun; rescued from a shelter early last year. He was hit by a car and it's broken my folks' heart. Goodbye Ali. I will get my own cat some day and call it Crowley in his honour.
Nigel was a talented draughtsman who brought a solid base to the late 80s, scrappy 90s 2000ad
He unfortunately came of artistic age with DEADLINE & Hewlett and Bisley clones dominating the prog and don't think he got the recognition he deserved.
Extremely sad to hear of his passing. RIP.
Doctor Who writer Terrance Dicks age 84.
filippo
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 02 September, 2019, 03:58:21 PM
Doctor Who writer Terrance Dicks age 84.
filippo
Oh no, oh no. The Target books where instrumental in my growing tastes in science fiction as a lad. A truly tragic loss and jo mistake.
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 02 September, 2019, 03:58:21 PM
Doctor Who writer Terrance Dicks age 84.
filippo
Oh no. I think I read every one of his Doctor Who novels growing up. Sad, sad news. RIP.
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 02 September, 2019, 03:58:21 PM
Doctor Who writer Terrance Dicks age 84.
filippo
Bugger. :(
Sorry to hear about Terrance Dicks. As a nipper I used to devour Dr Who novels all the time. I would read one in a night!
The good die young: Robert Mugabe, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49604152) (well, Thatcher was on this thread, so why not Mugabe?)
Aron Eisenberg (https://intl.startrek.com/news/aron-eisenberg-obituary-star-trek), Nog from ST:DS9, 50.
Ah that's very sad, I knew he'd struggled with his health but only 50, the poor man. He portrayed one of the best ST characters from the very start of DS9, probably helped by not being a child actor.
Robert Hunter, Grateful Dead lyricist aged 78
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49823769
Peter Sissons, newsreader, 77 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49908660).
Ginger Baker. Always loved his drumming.
Yes - an 'orrible curmudgeon, but one of the greatest drummers of all time, and probably my favourite.
Cosmonaut Alexei Leonov The first person to walk in space aged 85
https://www.space.com/cosmonaut-alexei-leonov-first-spacewalker-dies-at-85.html
That's a shame. I still believe the Soviet space program doesn't get the credit it deserves. RIP.
Stephen Moore, the actor famed for voicing Marvin the Paranoid Android in The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy, has died at the age of 81.
https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/news/5515/stephen_moore_rip/
I always greatly enjoyed Moore's reading of the Life, the Universe, and Everything audio book - it was my favourite Hitchhikers tome as a callow youth. His mellifluous tones have imprinted the phrase "its long legs unlocking in a smooth ballet of technology" into my mind forever.
Robert Forster has passed away. Played Max Cherry in Jackie Brown, Sheriff Frank Truman in Twin Peaks and Ed the vacuum cleaner repairman in Breaking Bad among other roles. Brilliant actor.
Quote from: rogue69 on 13 October, 2019, 10:17:50 AM
Stephen Moore, the actor famed for voicing Marvin the Paranoid Android in The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy, has died at the age of 81.
https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/news/5515/stephen_moore_rip/
I think you ought to know I'm feeling very depressed. He was perfect as Marvin. RIP.
Yep, his Marvin was splendid, definitive even, and a major part of the success of the series for me. Also one of the voices I 'do' when trying to get my kids out of a grump: 'School. Don't talk to me about school. 20 years of formal education and all I do now is sit in traffic with you two'. RIP.
Yes, he will always be Marvin to me - and, I suspect, most of you lot, too.
The TV HGttG was my first exposure to sc-fi as a young 'un and I'll always hold a soft spot in my tired old heart for every single cast member.
Robert Evans, aged 89 - poducer of (among many others) Chinatown, Rosemary's Baby, Marathon Man and The Cotton Club.
His autobiography "The Kid Stays in the Picture" is a terrific read - an honest glimpse at the last days of the old hollywood studio system, with plenty of coke-fulled parties and A-list anecdotes.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 28 October, 2019, 06:07:37 PM
Robert Evans, aged 89 - poducer of (among many others) Chinatown, Rosemary's Baby, Marathon Man and The Cotton Club.
His autobiography "The Kid Stays in the Picture" is a terrific read - an honest glimpse at the last days of the old hollywood studio system, with plenty of coke-fulled parties and A-list anecdotes.
A fantastic book and a very interesting character.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 28 October, 2019, 06:07:37 PM
Robert Evans, aged 89 - poducer of (among many others) Chinatown, Rosemary's Baby, Marathon Man and The Cotton Club.
His autobiography "The Kid Stays in the Picture" is a terrific read - an honest glimpse at the last days of the old hollywood studio system, with plenty of coke-fulled parties and A-list anecdotes.
i think that was made into a documentary
Gay Byrne the legendary Irish presenter of The Late Late Show aged 85
https://inews.co.uk/news/world/gay-byrne-dead-age-85-irish-broadcaster-late-late-show-826716
I heard a (possibly apocryphal) anecdote about Gay Byrne many years ago: Apparently he was in talks with some American network bods about taking his talk show across the pond, but one of the execs thought there may be issues with a presenter called 'Gay' - they asked if he'd consider maybe using his middle name - until they found out it was Mary! :lol:
His shows didn't air in the UK, with a few exceptions, but he was still fairly well known - possibly for the number of times that excruciating Boyzone (or was it Westlife?) clip was shown.
Channel 4 broadcast an edited version of The Late Late Show in the UK for quite a few years, (came on about teatime, if I remember correctly).
Quote from: M.I.K. on 05 November, 2019, 04:05:34 AM
Channel 4 broadcast an edited version of The Late Late Show in the UK for quite a few years, (came on about teatime, if I remember correctly).
I was going to say I watched it a few times as well (on UK TV).
Unfortunate news. I, like others, watched it on Channel 4 and enjoyed it very much. Gay Byrne appeared to be a natural interviewer, charming, witty, and he didn't just have celebrities. I remember one poignant interview with the only survivor of a massacre in Northern Ireland. Genuinely sobering stuff. He occasionally upset the Church and the Authorities, which can only be a good thing in my book.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 05 November, 2019, 01:54:17 PM
Unfortunate news. I, like others, watched it on Channel 4 and enjoyed it very much. Gay Byrne appeared to be a natural interviewer, charming, witty, and he didn't just have celebrities. I remember one poignant interview with the only survivor of a massacre in Northern Ireland. Genuinely sobering stuff. He occasionally upset the Church and the Authorities, which can only be a good thing in my book.
Yes, he wasn't afraid to ask questions that made those in authority uncomfortable.
The interview with Annie Murphy alone would have been unthinkable with anybody other than Gaybo!
Quote from: Rately on 05 November, 2019, 02:30:59 PM
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 05 November, 2019, 01:54:17 PM
Unfortunate news. I, like others, watched it on Channel 4 and enjoyed it very much. Gay Byrne appeared to be a natural interviewer, charming, witty, and he didn't just have celebrities. I remember one poignant interview with the only survivor of a massacre in Northern Ireland. Genuinely sobering stuff. He occasionally upset the Church and the Authorities, which can only be a good thing in my book.
Yes, he wasn't afraid to ask questions that made those in authority uncomfortable.
The interview with Annie Murphy alone would have been unthinkable with anybody other than Gaybo!
He was an absolute professional to the core. Losing him must be like what losing Terry Wogan was like for you UK folks (also Irish, I know, but Gay stayed here).
It was only when Pat 'good at serious shit, terrible at lighthearted shit' Kenny took over the Late Late that I realised that the show would never be half as good again.
There is a terrific documentary made from the book too, well worth a watch.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 28 October, 2019, 06:07:37 PM
Robert Evans, aged 89 - poducer of (among many others) Chinatown, Rosemary's Baby, Marathon Man and The Cotton Club.
His autobiography "The Kid Stays in the Picture" is a terrific read - an honest glimpse at the last days of the old hollywood studio system, with plenty of coke-fulled parties and A-list anecdotes.
Quote from: Rara Avis on 09 November, 2019, 01:39:24 PM
There is a terrific documentary made from the book too, well worth a watch.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 28 October, 2019, 06:07:37 PM
Robert Evans, aged 89 - poducer of (among many others) Chinatown, Rosemary's Baby, Marathon Man and The Cotton Club.
His autobiography "The Kid Stays in the Picture" is a terrific read - an honest glimpse at the last days of the old hollywood studio system, with plenty of coke-fulled parties and A-list anecdotes.
I wholeheartedly agree, the documentary is well worth hunting down! :thumbsup:
Frank Dobson, MP, 79 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-50391439)
This thread is depressing and I'm thinking of livening it up by responding to every post by saying why I'm glad the person above is dead.
I wish you were dead.
I'm glad Richard was bummed to death by a gang of elephants.
Quote from: Professor Bear on 12 November, 2019, 11:49:55 PM
I'm glad Richard was bummed to death by a gang of elephants.
Definitely worse ways to go.
Shirley that's not the correct collective noun for elephants?
Quote from: Proudhuff on 13 November, 2019, 10:32:01 AM
Shirley that's not the correct collective noun for elephants?
The elephants were all wearing blue bandanas and throwing hand signs
* as they bummed
Richard* Baby Boomer alternative: the elephants were all doing ballet and singing about being Jets
Quote from: Proudhuff on 13 November, 2019, 10:32:01 AM
Shirley that's not the correct collective noun for elephants?
I think it's acting as a verb there.
Quote from: TordelBack on 13 November, 2019, 11:34:29 AM
Quote from: Proudhuff on 13 November, 2019, 10:32:01 AM
Shirley that's not the correct collective noun for elephants?
I think it's acting as a verb there.
ARF! You're the man who put the Gerund in Bang
Have some respect, guys, Richard is dead.
That Richard fucks! This whole fucking thing... I did not watch my buddies die face down in the mud so that this fucking strumpet...
Richard abides.
Is it wrong that I wish this was true? Asking for a friend.
AHHH - A GHOST!
'One of them? No, there was a whole pachyderm.'
Ivory much doubt that...
Eye-tank-ewe! :lol:
Colin Skipp, who played Tony Archer in BBC Radio 4 soap The Archers for 47 years, has died at the age of 80.
MICHAEL J. POLLARD
The Oscar-nominated actor, best known for portraying the role of C.W. Ross in "Bonnie and Clyde" (1967),
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/michael-j-pollard-scene-stealing-actor-in-bonnie-and-clyde-dies-at-80/ar-BBXcbDc?li=BBoPWjQ&ocid=U452DHP
Tragically busy day today - Gary Rhodes, Jonathan Miller and Clive James have all left us.
Jonathan Miller (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50574472), 85
Clive James (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50578512), 80
Gary Rhodes (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50570852), 59
Don't like to speak ill, but I never got the whole Clive James thing...
Quote from: Proudhuff on 28 November, 2019, 12:49:39 PM
Don't like to speak ill, but I never got the whole Clive James thing...
His series of autobiographies are a joy to read. Think I've read them at least three times each.
(https://i.imgur.com/B5MzuNT.jpg)
D C Fontana best known for writing Star Trek
https://intl.startrek.com/news/dc-fontana-1939-2019
Mental As Anything singer Andrew 'Greedy' Smith aged 63 best known for the song Live It Up
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50642135
Quote from: rogue69 on 03 December, 2019, 07:22:53 PM
D C Fontana best known for writing Star Trek
https://intl.startrek.com/news/dc-fontana-1939-2019
Very sad news. I enjoyed her contributions to Star Trek very much. RIP.
2000ad's very own Kevin Cullen. Artist on Judge Hershey, Creep and Calhab Justice.
Aw, no. I liked his dark and textured art a lot, and it was the perfect fit for Creep.
Caroll Spinney, Oscar the Grouch and Big Bird Muppeteer for Nearly 50 Years, Dies at 85
Saddened to hear of Kevin Cullen's passing. Condolences to his family and friends. As regards the loss of some of Tooth's greatest creators, it really has been a scunner of a year.
Also sorry to hear of the passing of one of Sesame Street's greatest. Another childhood memory is lost. :'(
Ahhh, man... Rene Auberjonois. (https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-12-08/-benson-star-trek-actor-ren-auberjonois-has-died-at-79)
So saddened that the prolific Auberjonois, aka Odo of Deep Space Nine among many other things, has left us at the not-unimpressive age of 79. Just watched him in an episode of Night Gallery, too, playing a jerk as usual, which he always did very well - though I remember being so surprised when he turned up in Uncharted 2 as an immortal Nazi-turned Buddhist priest guarding the ruins of Shamballa, which in retrospect must have been the easiest casting decision in history, because if you wanted an actor who could pack a lot of backstory into even a straightforward vocal performance, Rene was your man.
As can easily be discerned from his social media activity, he was still very active on the convention circuit, thanks to his Trek work and long career in animation guaranteeing him a constant string of younger fans to whom he always seemed to be very kind.
An instantly recogisable actor who seemed to be on telly my entire life, but made such an impact on me in DS9. Far from being another Spock wannabe, his wonderfully nuanced performance as Odo somehow sold all the complexities that the character was at the heart of: law and order during occupation, small town Sheriff when the Federales arrive, lost child of a malevolent empire, lover, peacekeeper, scion. Rene always comes across in interviews and memoirs as a down-to-earth gent. RIP.
That is sad. I loved him in Boston Legal too - nobody could do restrained rage and incredulity wrapped around love and respect like he did. And that voice!
Gutted. For me his performance in MASH will always be the standout of a long and distinguished career.
Great actor and, by all accounts, a top bloke.
Yes, unfortunate news about Rene Auberjonois, he seems to have been one of those actors who made any character he played a memorable one. :'(
Very sad news about Rene Auberjonis. I remember at the beginning of DS9 I wasn't thrilled with Odo but by the end he was one of my favourites. He always brought an unexpected depth to any character he played. RIP.
Roxette singer Marie Fredriksson has died. The Grim Reaper has it in for the entertainment world it seems.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50730052
Ah, bloody hell. They had some really nice pop songs and I really fancied her when I was a young lad.
The Long Good Friday Writer dies. This is getting spooky.
https://variety.com/2019/film/news/barrie-keeffe-dead-dies-screenwriter-the-long-good-friday-1203431141/
David Bellamy, 86 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-50752089)
This is another of those pieces of my childhood :(
To the best of my knowledge the only famous graduate from my university. I think that now makes me the most famous of their alumni.* I absolutely did not do in David Bellamy for that reason.
I had other reasons.
* Which tells you more or less everything you need to know about how shit my university was.
I was lucky enough to meet David Bellamy briefly back in the early '80s, when peatland conservation was becoming a thing over here and he was lending his huge profile to the cause. He was extremely patient with an over-serious pre-teen badgering him, and helped cement a nascent love of wetlands which kept me busy and sometimes employed in all sorts of strange jobs through to the mid-90s. He was alright, he was.
Chewing over his passing this evening, we were debating his age. "Anyone who Lenny Henry impersonated on Tiswas is by definition pretty old", I opined. The missus replied: "And as for people who watched Lenny Henry impersonate people on Tiswas..."
RIP David.
Ah, man. See you, David. Didn't he appear in The Cursed Earth? Also I think he'd always wanted to be buried in an Irish peat bog, so either he'll be very well preserved in a couple of thousand year's time, or he'll be inside my stove warming my boat.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 11 December, 2019, 10:59:38 PMDidn't he appear in The Cursed Earth?
Close, it was 'Bob & Carol & Ted & Ringo'. Presumably some bit of him did re-appear in the Cursed Earth slightly later.
Quote from: TordelBack on 11 December, 2019, 11:15:45 PM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 11 December, 2019, 10:59:38 PMDidn't he appear in The Cursed Earth?
Close, it was 'Bob & Carol & Ted & Ringo'. Presumably some bit of him did re-appear in the Cursed Earth slightly later.
Baloney!
The United Kingdom as we know it, I guess.
Quote from: radiator on 12 December, 2019, 11:38:01 PM
The United Kingdom as we know it, I guess.
Maybe a good thing to escape the Tories.
Quote from: Rately on 13 December, 2019, 10:07:34 AM
Quote from: radiator on 12 December, 2019, 11:38:01 PM
The United Kingdom as we know it, I guess.
Maybe a good thing to escape the Tories.
If only London would break away from England - maybe join forces with Scotland, which is more aligned than the media might have you believe with Londoners. p.s. half the bankers that London is known for live in Surrey*
*though admittedly they probably have second homes in the city...
Ah, all things must end, and the UK has fulfilled its purpose. The Anglosphere is a pretty successful enterprise despite its shortcomings, so you have to learn to let things go. The break up looks increasingly likely since the ties that once bound us, hold no more. Scotland, Ireland, England and Wales will have separate fates as National identity becomes more prevalent and virulent. That's just history; the Balkans collapsed after the end of the cold war, and with the post, cold war consensus shot to shit it's our turn now.
Quote from: TordelBack on 11 December, 2019, 11:15:45 PM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 11 December, 2019, 10:59:38 PMDidn't he appear in The Cursed Earth?
Close, it was 'Bob & Carol & Ted & Ringo'. Presumably some bit of him did re-appear in the Cursed Earth slightly later.
Finally I get the joke...
Danny Aiello, star of one of my most favourite of movies: "Do the Right Thing".
https://www.thejournal.ie/danny-aiello-do-the-right-thing-4932638-Dec2019/
Quote from: paddykafka on 13 December, 2019, 06:35:55 PM
Danny Aiello, star of one of my most favourite of movies: "Do the Right Thing".
For me it is always going to be Hudson Hawk. A bizarre yet tragically underrated movie.
"Honey, ball ball ..."
Quote from: radiator on 12 December, 2019, 11:38:01 PM
The United Kingdom as we know it, I guess.
One of the greatest days of my life!!
I'll always remember Danny Aiello for his role in Leon.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 13 December, 2019, 09:52:30 PM
Quote from: radiator on 12 December, 2019, 11:38:01 PM
The United Kingdom as we know it, I guess.
One of the greatest days of my life!!
The Political Thread is that way (https://forums.2000ad.com/index.php?topic=28209.0) - this one is to remember people who have died (unless you mean the tens of thousands of disabled people (https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/tory-austerity-deaths-study-report-people-die-social-care-government-policy-a8057306.html) who have died due to austerity (https://www.disabilitynewsservice.com/tory-conference-disabled-activists-shame-tories-on-cost-of-heartless-austerity/)?)
Not sure if this has already been posted but the actor Sid Haig pasted away on the 21st September
He is best known as Captain Spaulding in the Rob Zombie films
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sid_Haig
Quote from: sheridan on 14 December, 2019, 11:48:25 AM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 13 December, 2019, 09:52:30 PM
Quote from: radiator on 12 December, 2019, 11:38:01 PM
The United Kingdom as we know it, I guess.
One of the greatest days of my life!!
The Political Thread is that way (https://forums.2000ad.com/index.php?topic=28209.0) - this one is to remember people who have died (unless you mean the tens of thousands of disabled people (https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/tory-austerity-deaths-study-report-people-die-social-care-government-policy-a8057306.html) who have died due to austerity (https://www.disabilitynewsservice.com/tory-conference-disabled-activists-shame-tories-on-cost-of-heartless-austerity/)?)
Completely correct - then you ruined your point with fucking politics. Please keep politics in that shitty thread. Thanks.
Nicky Henson (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50807031), 74
(most famous for a Fawlty Towers role, but had a long career before and after).
Kenny Lynch, 81 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50836579), singer.
Martin Peters, World Cup winner with England in 1966, dies aged 76
Just found out Lee John Clements recently died. He was a very talented Welsh tattooist, family man, and all round nice bloke. 😞
We didn't know each other amazingly well, but he was a Dredd fan, so we always stopped for a chinwag and a pint at tattoo conventions. Such a nice bloke - he even gave me one of his Dredd flashes.
Here's us at the Cardiff Halloween Tattoo Bash Afterparty, in 2012.
Will raise a glass to you tonight.
(https://i.imgur.com/925M1Uz.jpg)
Alasdair Gray (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-50938892).
Neil Innes, 75.
:(
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 30 December, 2019, 12:43:42 PM
Neil Innes, 75.
:(
BBC (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50948921)
The Urban Spaceman (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w05YIk0Hu2Y)
Vaughan Oliver, 62 (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2019/dec/30/vaughan-oliver-album-sleeve-design-4ad-label-pixies-cocteau-twins) album sleeve designer for 4AD records (I had no idea they were all designed by the same person).
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 30 December, 2019, 12:43:42 PM
Neil Innes, 75.
:(
Oh no! A very funny and talented man.
I liked the way he'd always introduce Urban Spaceman as "a medley of my hit"
Innes was a phenomenal talent and, i understand, a bloody lovely man, as well.
One last kick in the bollocks from 2019.
Thank you for the tunes and the laughs, Mr Innes.
Innes was truly hilarious, there was a time when he was my favourite funnyman in any genre. RIP.
Saw him play with the Ruttles back in July he was full of life and put on a great show. Funny clever and always a great performer such a loss
I for one preferred the Rutles to the Beatles, RIP indeed.
Syd Mead. Goddamn it.
Quote from: blackmocco on 30 December, 2019, 08:58:15 PM
Syd Mead. Goddamn it.
Rutger Hauer and Syd Mead, both in 2019. That's irony.
I had the great pleasure of meeting Alasdair Gray at Grogan's pub in in Dublin some years ago. I think he was here for a literary festival or something along those lines. A really pleasant and interesting man. It was only after he gave me his autograph as requested that he mentioned his arthritis. To this day, I still feel a tad guilty for asking. Gutted to read of his loss. R.I.P.
Quote from: blackmocco on 30 December, 2019, 08:58:15 PM
Syd Mead. Goddamn it.
What a shitty way to close 2019. RIP.
Apparently Derek Acorah has 'passed over'. Enquiries are proceeding as to how his journey went and whether he arrived okay .... (oh, and where Aunt Nel put her reading glasses ....)
Author Mike Resnick.
https://twitter.com/LaResnick/status/1215214564914143232?s=20 (https://twitter.com/LaResnick/status/1215214564914143232?s=20)
Buck Henry, he of the Graduate fame and others.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/buck-henry-dead-graduate-get-smart-screenwriter-was-89-752310?fbclid=IwAR25ygg52PkcWVASLc3A9rO3iNuam-vR7QPVGcqp6Vfe0NEojcv3sokaK5Y
Actor Edd Byrnes aged 87 best known for playing Vince Fontaine, in Grease
https://metro.co.uk/2020/01/09/grease-actor-edd-byrnes-dies-aged-87-12033648/
Oh... bollocks. Neil Peart, age 67. Glad I got to see him on Rush's final tour. :'(
Holy Grud! What shocking and terrible news. He was a legend. RIP. :'(
Rocky Johnson, WWE Hall of Famer and Father of Dwayne"the Rock" Johnson, aged 75
Christopher Tolkien aged 95
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-oxfordshire-51143879#
Derek Fowlds of yes Minister fame has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51147182
That's sad. I think a re-watch of Yes, Minister is in order. One of the best television shows ever, due in no small part to this terrific actor.
I think he was the last of the cast remaining to us, no? Proper end of an era.
My girlfriend's grandad was the Producer for Yes Minister/Prime Minister, among many other things (think he directed an episode or two as well?) We have the 1982 BAFTA sitting on our sideboard at home. I never met him, to my regret; I'd have had so many questions...!
Basil Brush's Tweet genuinely set me off.
Yes, much as I loved Eddington and Hawthorne, it was the third more understated performance of that trio that made it all work so brilliantly. RIP Mr. Fowlds.
Great keepsake to have, Jimbo!
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 17 January, 2020, 01:09:03 PM
I think he was the last of the cast remaining to us, no? Proper end of an era.
My girlfriend's grandad was the Producer for Yes Minister/Prime Minister, among many other things (think he directed an episode or two as well?) We have the 1982 BAFTA sitting on our sideboard at home. I never met him, to my regret; I'd have had so many questions...!
Amazing.
I'm not sure of the Actor, but I seem to remember a Journalist conducting an interview with them discovering that they used their Oscar as a door stop for their downstairs bathroom!
Gutted to hear about Fowlds. RIP.
Quote from: Rately on 17 January, 2020, 02:00:16 PM
I'm not sure of the Actor, but I seem to remember a Journalist conducting an interview with them discovering that they used their Oscar as a door stop for their downstairs bathroom!
Can't speak for an Oscar, but the BAFTA is a ludicrously heavy thing!
Derek Fowlds used to stay at a hotel I used to work at in Leeds in the 90's when he was shooting Heartbeat he was always such a genuinely nice man to all the staff and any customer who recognised him. A true gent a great lose
Ellie De Ville, lettering droid for three decades. (I know it's on another thread and in the prog, but I wanted to record it here.)
The wonderful Terry Jones. :(
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 22 January, 2020, 12:44:24 PM
The wonderful Terry Jones. :(
An utterly tragic end for a brilliant man. As well as his Python work and films, his medieval history shows were fascinating and hilarious.
We'd known it would be coming for a while, but still a shock when it happens.
BBC (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51209197)
Was only thinking about him today and now this...
Utterly dreadful news.
Heartbreaking.
Crushingly sad news about Terry Jones. RIP.
Poor Terry Jones I'm afraid his dementia became very advanced. A magnificent artistic talent, a great Writer, Comedian and Director. :(
Indisputably one of the greats of modern culture. HIs warm humour was first enthusiastically pressed on me by my Dad, subsequently permeated my whole life, has been successfully passed on to my kids, and I doubt it will stop there. RIP Terry, the world would have been a far duller place without him.
(https://i.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/masonry/000/219/355/terry_jones_portrait.jpg)
Quote from: Funt Solo on 22 January, 2020, 03:42:45 PM
(https://i.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/masonry/000/219/355/terry_jones_portrait.jpg)
That's how he'd want us to remember him :D
Aw, man. Even without Python, his Medieval Lives is one of my favourite books ever; and was the first time I learned that the medieval flat-earth theory is a modern myth. I also learned that a priest very nearly invented a glider plane in the Middle Ages before the local bishop put a stop to it.
Terry in The Young Ones. (https://youtu.be/6qtEo-8fTaE)
(At 2:55, just after the classic "Do you dig graves?")
Really sad to hear that Terry Jones has passed on. Really one of the greats of British comedy.
"He's not the Messiah - He's a very naughty boy!"
Bah. A majority of extant Pythons are now awful. Also, horrible for anyone to get dementia. (My gran had it.) But especially nasty for it to happen to someone of words.
He made me laugh a LOT and for that I am very grateful.
Rest in peace Terry Jones you funny man.
Seamus Mallon. Irish nationalist and man of peace during the Troubles. He helped to bring about the peace process, and never failed to condemn the violence of all involved. Honest, decent and principled.
We could do with a few more like him.
RIP.
NBA legend Kobe Bryant aged 41 along with his 13 year old daughter and 7 other people in a helicopter crash
Nicholas Parson (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51278023) at the not-inconsiderable age of 96.
Very sad news, Nicholas Parsons must have been one of the longest-serving Radio Presenters and was an excellent entertainer.
It had to happen - I have to admit that every time I've listened to Just a Minute lately I've been wondering just how much longer it can continue.
Quote from: sheridan on 28 January, 2020, 11:47:03 AM
It had to happen - I have to admit that every time I've listened to Just a Minute lately I've been wondering just how much longer it can continue.
Me too. Very sad news, Parsons' stewardship of JAM has been one of the great long-lasting pleasures of my life; I have a zillion episodes crammed on my MP3 player and regularly run through them. Having watched him as a young kid bored stupid by Sale of the Century, I had mentally parcelled him off as an old fogey by the mid-70s, so it was a wonderful revelation to encounter his magnificently deadpan straight-man routine as a teenager, and for decades after. The joy of his faux-irritation with Kenneth Williams or Julian Clary and his obviously genuine appreciation of a flawless minute... really, was there ever anyone who was so perfect for a role.
One less reason for me to mourn the inevitable passing of the BBC, I suppose. RIP, Nicholas, and thanks for so much laughter.
Well said, Tordels. I'll miss him.
Loved him, as is reflected in the motto under my avatar. I can only hope to be as on the ball when I'm that age.
Just a Minute is one of lifes great pleasures and Nicolas Parsons is a very big part of that. His consistent time on the show just defies belief. Rest in peace sir.
Actor Alan Harris Bossk in Empire Strikes Back aged 81
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0364402/
Quote from: rogue69 on 01 February, 2020, 07:01:12 AM
Actor Alan Harris Bossk in Empire Strikes Back aged 81
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0364402/
Reading between the lines it looks like he stood in for both Anthony Daniels and Dave Prowse* - including the most famous scene in Empire (can't think of any other 'bridge scene's?
*somehow - they're not exactly the same body type!
Alan Hutchison Pattillo British writer and director on several Gerry Anderson television series. He won an Emmy for his film editing on All Quiet on the Western Front at the age of 90 from complications of Parkinson's disease.
Andy Gill, the guitarist with Gang of Four, aged 64.
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/feb/01/andy-gill-influential-guitarist-with-gang-of-four-dies-aged-64
Kirk Douglas, 103.
Quote from: Richard on 05 February, 2020, 11:38:33 PM
Kirk Douglas, 103.
BBC (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51394855) (as breaking news, it'll probably be expanded).
Quote from: BBCOscar-winning actor Kirk Douglas has died aged 103.The stage and screen actor was well-known for a range of roles, including the 1960 classic Spartacus, in which he played the titular character.
He was also the father of actor Michael Douglas, who would also go on to be an Oscar winner.
I've enjoyed many of Kirk Douglas' films. One of my favourites was Tough Guys (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYBbsxNMCiI) from 1986. RIP.
Tommy Smith, co-owner and barman of Grogan's Pub on South William Street, Dublin. He personally showed me much kindness, support and empathy over the 35 plus years that I was a visitor to the best pub in Dublin, bar none. I am so deeply saddened to hear of his passing and will raise a glass to his memory tonight. Rest in Peace, Tommy Smith.
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/grogans-bar-5001118-Feb2020/
Quote from: paddykafka on 10 February, 2020, 07:11:05 PM
Tommy Smith, co-owner and barman of Grogan's Pub on South William Street, Dublin. He personally showed me much kindness, support and empathy over the 35 plus years that I was a visitor to the best pub in Dublin, bar none. I am so deeply saddened to hear of his passing and will raise a glass to his memory tonight. Rest in Peace, Tommy Smith.
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/grogans-bar-5001118-Feb2020/
Sorry to hear that - I never knew his name till now but I've bought many pints off him. I dont like Grogans*, but all my friends do so I'm there quite a bit. He, and all the staff, have never been anything short of exemplary ambassadors to their trade.
*the only real problem being that it's so popular - you can't move in there.
Love Island host Caroline Flack aged just 40
Quote from: rogue69 on 15 February, 2020, 06:06:23 PM
Love Island host Caroline Flack aged just 40
BBC (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51517973).
Can't say I'd heard of her before today but I've since heard phrases such as "committed suicide after being hounded by tabloid journalists". I'm sure the truth will come out (though if that phrase is true then it might be difficult to get the whole story without digging).
Quote from: sheridan on 15 February, 2020, 06:48:46 PM
Quote from: rogue69 on 15 February, 2020, 06:06:23 PM
Love Island host Caroline Flack aged just 40
BBC (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51517973).
Can't say I'd heard of her before today but I've since heard phrases such as "committed suicide after being hounded by tabloid journalists". I'm sure the truth will come out (though if that phrase is true then it might be difficult to get the whole story without digging).
(see "Diana killed during high-speed chase by paparazzi" versus islamophobic conspiracy theories about muslims and the royal family).
Andy Weatherall. If you liked jumping about in dark rooms to repetitive beats as a youth, he was important. Sabres of Paradise were incredible too, and The Happy Mondays and Primal Scream wouldn't have got where they did without Andy. He'll be missed.
Smokebelch II (https://youtu.be/aGQ3iZZXaJM): lifting my spirit and making me wonder.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 17 February, 2020, 04:18:22 PM
Andy Weatherall. If you liked jumping about in dark rooms to repetitive beats as a youth, he was important. Sabres of Paradise were incredible too, and The Happy Mondays and Primal Scream wouldn't have got where they did without Andy. He'll be missed.
I still do. Shame.
I think the death of Caroline Flack has been really upsetting.
Suicide is always horrible and this one seems like such an indictment on our shitty society.
There have been lots of people sharing the #bekind hashtag as if it's okay to talk about people and obsess about their private lives as long as you aren't nasty about it. I can't help thinking #mindyourownfuckingbusiness might be more useful.
Quote from: Tiplodocus on 18 February, 2020, 11:11:11 AM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 17 February, 2020, 04:18:22 PM
Andy Weatherall. If you liked jumping about in dark rooms to repetitive beats as a youth, he was important. Sabres of Paradise were incredible too, and The Happy Mondays and Primal Scream wouldn't have got where they did without Andy. He'll be missed.
I still do. Shame.
Yeah, me too. This is a sad one. Read an interview with him a few months ago and it was great to see someone obviously so happy to be finding and playing music of all kinds.
Quote from: JamesC on 18 February, 2020, 11:30:41 AM
I can't help thinking #mindyourownfuckingbusiness might be more useful.
QFT. I confess I'd never consciously seen or heard of Caroline Flack before this, but what a miserable world we live in where the intimate details of people's lives and deaths are the speculative currency of profiteering media and online gossips alike. Horrible to see anyone brought to such an end.
As no kind of a clubber, Andy Weatherall was someone who I enjoyed at secondhand through my DJ brother and his vast debris field of illegbly-marker-scrawled burnt CDs. I liked his My Bloody Valentine, Primal Scream and Saint Etienne remixes, and what I generally understand to have been his work on something labelled 'From the Bunker'. A clear talent, and again, ridiculously young.
Quote from: TordelBack on 18 February, 2020, 01:50:43 PM
I confess I'd never consciously seen or heard of Caroline Flack before this, but what a miserable world we live in where the intimate details of people's lives and deaths are the speculative currency of profiteering media and online gossips alike. Horrible to see anyone brought to such an end.
Not exactly that new mind, remember all the 'grief' over Diana? Channel 4 was the only one that didn't spend an entire day on her ...
actress Kellye Nakahara best known as Lieutenant Nurse Kellye in all 11 years of M.A.S.H
https://metro.co.uk/2020/02/17/mash-star-kellye-nakahara-dies-aged-72-12257579/
Dance DJ Bhaskar Dandona. Hands in the air, water at the ready, nasal decongestant to hand: for the mad-heads only (https://www.mixcloud.com/peterneeson1/burst-volume-3-side-1-dj-bhaskar-dandona/).
Larry Tesler (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51567695), computer scientist, 74. Invented cut, copy and paste.
Quote from: sheridan on 20 February, 2020, 12:59:56 PM
Larry Tesler (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51567695), computer scientist, 74. Invented cut, copy and paste.
Someone posted this on Imgur and the comments section is just people copying and pasting the headline over and over again. Fitting tribute.
Ahhh ... copypasta.
Copy & paste (& cut) are, of course, wonderful. They also result in this sort of common coding error:
for(int r=0; r<rows; r++)
{
for(int c=0; r<cols; c++)
{
a[r][c] = 0;
}
}
Which I call copypasta. Or copyghetti.
Simon Warr of "That'll Teach Them" and St George's (Whacko School). (https://www.theguardian.com/media/2020/feb/22/bbc-broadcaster-simon-warr-dies-aged-65)
On one level I feel for him as some of the things he was accused of were unfounded. He was no Singer or Slade. That said, he didn't have to do much in the way of acting for the reality show he 'starred' in. Quite possibly others will be feeling quite ambivalent about the news.
'Mad' Mike Hughes dies after crash-landing homemade rocket (https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-51602655).
The oddly named "Science Channel" were apparently promoting this successful suicide effort. Perhaps they should rename themselves the "Shithead Channel".
Quote from: Funt Solo on 23 February, 2020, 09:02:11 PM
'Mad' Mike Hughes dies after crash-landing homemade rocket (https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-51602655).
While it is tragic for his family, and extremely cynical of the Science Channel to have boasting rights in
any of this event, there really aren't enough people on the planet willing to do things that are scary. Good on him for following a dream, however badly it actually ended up...
And before anyone says anything: no - I'm not allowed to play with rockets.
Quotethere really aren't enough people on the planet willing to do things that are scary.
But there are plenty who are willing to do things that are stupid.
Quote from: Richard on 23 February, 2020, 11:18:25 PM
Quotethere really aren't enough people on the planet willing to do things that are scary.
But there are plenty who are willing to do things that are stupid.
There's a very thin line. ;) Those willing to chase their dreams - however misguided - should be applauded.
I'll grant you, the whole flat Earth thing is just... mind-boggling. I'm not sure why I'm impressed with him having the nerve to do that, but I am.
Quote from: Gary James on 23 February, 2020, 11:45:29 PM
Those willing to chase their dreams - however misguided - should be applauded.
So we should applaud Hitler? *
* Invoking Godwin's law (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Godwin%27s_law)
Quote from: Funt Solo on 24 February, 2020, 03:15:32 AM
So we should applaud Hitler? *
Eww. My first thought was Franky Zapata, but things like Elon Musk putting a car into space also counts - there are no logical reasons for either of their activities, but the fact they they have fulfilled a dream, and pushed what people
can do a little farther on, is proof that there's still room for big ideas to thrive. 'Mad' Mike Hughes belongs, arguably, in the same category as Larry Walters and his balloon-powered flight on a chair, if not right up alongside people who free-run around the roofs of skyscrapers filming themselves.
For the past thirty years it seemed as if health and safety legislation
1 had curbed people's ability to think in these terms, but the refusal of a few to bend to this over-protective sensibility is refreshing. I'm also impressed by chainsaw juggling at the Jim Rose Circus, so take my wide-eyed awe and envy in that context
2.
1. It's really Legislation Against Innovation, curbing any impulse the populace of afflicted countries might have at doing things which, while dangerous, might also change the way we - as a culture - might think. Free-running went from underground to mainstream (with Casino Royale) in almost no time at all due to, I would argue, a dissatisfaction with the nannying trend around.2. I'm not allowed to touch chainsaws. The last time I held an axe (I think I was 14), I ended up with a gash along my right arm, so a chanisaw in my hands is a very bad idea.
Quote from: Gary James on 24 February, 2020, 09:08:23 AM
For the past thirty years it seemed as if health and safety legislation1 had curbed people's ability to think in these terms, but the refusal of a few to bend to this over-protective sensibility is refreshing.
1. It's really Legislation Against Innovation, curbing any impulse the populace of afflicted countries might have at doing things which, while dangerous, might also change the way we - as a culture - might think.
No it isn't. It's legislation against employers exploiting their employees with no thoughts for their health and well-being - or do you think it's fine that people die of asbestosis (https://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/jul/07/britains-death-toll-from-asbestos-at-crisis-level-figures-reveal) because their employers couldn't be bothered to give them adequate equipment?
Quote from: sheridan on 24 February, 2020, 11:37:46 AM
...do you think it's fine that people die of asbestosis (https://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/jul/07/britains-death-toll-from-asbestos-at-crisis-level-figures-reveal) because their employers couldn't be bothered to give them adequate equipment?
That is slightly different from all the warnings plastered everywhere about not going certain places, or doing certain things, that were - until astonishingly recently - not only considered perfectly safe, but pose very little actual danger. I'm all for things that keep people from actual harm, but there's a complete overreaction by authorities and organizations to even the remotest and unlikeliest occurence of a hazard.
People seem to overlook how utterly nerfed what they purchase now actually is - we are paying more, in real terms, for equipment which is less robust, less powerful, and less effective, than we were as little as ten or fifteen years ago. Humanity's most technologically advanced plane is now mothballed (with nothing to compare to Concorde being considered), and even our roads - something which can easily, if expensively, be made magnitudes safer - are being maintained at a state which has decades-old technology at its core.
I'm not arguing that there isn't a need for people to be protected, but the government(s, as this is a thing which goes back years) isn't actually doing us any favors by stifling what can be done.
I think there are some good reasons that Concorde is mothballed, and none of them are 'health and safety gorn mad".
I work in construction environments most days - my experience of witnessing ghastly and preventable accidents ocer 30 years means im happy to say that HS&W legislation and policing doesn't go nearly far enough. Heath & Safety Theatre, ie obsessive documentation and random constraints that exist only to enforce the employer/contractor's whim or enhance their score on public tenders, that's another thing entirely. A H&S authority with resources, personnel and legal teeth, bring it on.
And *none* of it stops you doing stupid things to yourself if you so desire, rather it kicks in when that stupidity puts others at risk.
Quote from: Gary James on 24 February, 2020, 12:02:08 PM
That is slightly different from all the warnings plastered everywhere about not going certain places, or doing certain things, that were - until astonishingly recently - not only considered perfectly safe, but pose very little actual danger.
I think it's worth noting that a great many things that you'll see prohibited by signage and the like as a "health and safety" issue are nothing to do with Health & Safety legislation — often it's just because some overly-twitchy middle manager of a publicly accessible space has identified a potential scenario where someone could take legal action against them, so they slap a notice up and claim it's "health and safety" because people just shrug and accept that it's another example of "health and safety gone mad" when it's nothing of the sort.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 24 February, 2020, 12:47:12 PM
Quote from: Gary James on 24 February, 2020, 12:02:08 PM
That is slightly different from all the warnings plastered everywhere about not going certain places, or doing certain things, that were - until astonishingly recently - not only considered perfectly safe, but pose very little actual danger.
I think it's worth noting that a great many things that you'll see prohibited by signage and the like as a "health and safety" issue are nothing to do with Health & Safety legislation — often it's just because some overly-twitchy middle manager of a publicly accessible space has identified a potential scenario where someone could take legal action against them, so they slap a notice up and claim it's "health and safety" because people just shrug and accept that it's another example of "health and safety gone mad" when it's nothing of the sort.
This ^^^ so true.
Stewart Lee hasn't died, but he did do a bit (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_JCBmY9NGM) that drives political correctness into health and safety.
I'll happily admit to utter frustration at the middle managers and safety-conscious killjoys being my main bugbear, but there's a lot of things intrinsically tied to the notion which makes it impossible to simply dismiss as being factors instituted at a lower level. Now, I don't want to seem dismissive - at all, in any way - of the good which has arisen from protective measures for employees (which is a
slightly different thing to what I'm getting at), but I've had a growing feeling that the reams of paperwork (waivers and consent forms), plus awful safety literature
1 has gotten out of hand.
It took six hours of reading, signing paperwork, and then having what I had just read repeated to me, merely to go look-see inside an old mill. From merely a visual inspection, the building appeared to be remarkably well-maintained, nothing moved a jot while I was inside, and there was no equipment which I could possibly catch myself on (despite this being a big part of the
propaganda warning leaflets).
Now, I know I'm not
meant to admire urban explorers, and I completely understand why what they do is illegal (aside from the trespassing, there's the possibility of vandalism), but I can't help but feel that the reason such activity exists in the first place is due to the over-protective nature of going through the correct channels. The sense of being horrifically mollycoddled has meant that I haven't bothered with invitations, to go see places which require all the fuss, in a long time.
And it isn't merely "stupid stuff" (which, admittedly, a great many things can be considered to be), as things like swimming in streams is now deemed irresponsible and dangerous - despite the fact that an experienced swimmer ought not to have any trouble doing so. There are now what seems to be
dozens of signs peppering the side of a stream I like forbidding the practise.
And I really didn't mean to turn this into a debate, as interesting as it has been. Rockets are cool. I like rockets. People strapping themselves to rockets are - likely thanks to seeing too many old film serials - somehow far more intriguing to me than should rightfully be the case.
1. I've offered, for free, to rewrite some of these to make them less difficult to get through, and even offered to include illustrations to highlight points which are better made that way - nobody seems interested in making the literature less dull or uninvolving, and the take-away is that it is merely the ticking of boxes that people seem interested in.Quote from: Funt Solo on 24 February, 2020, 03:54:13 PM
Stewart Lee hasn't died, but he did do a bit (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_JCBmY9NGM) that drives political correctness into health and safety.
"The kind of person who's awake at five in the morning..."
He can see me through the television camera? :o
I'll always love him for his spin on Lear's Owl and the Pussycat, even if he is watching me somehow...
Quote from: Funt Solo on 24 February, 2020, 03:54:13 PM
Stewart Lee hasn't died, but he did do a bit (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_JCBmY9NGM) that drives political correctness into health and safety.
I went to see him in Leicester a couple of weeks ago. Christ, he was magnificent. He also resurrected that old health and safety / political correctness routine for the new show.
Pioneering African-American Nasa mathematician Katherine Johnson has died at the age of 101.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51619848
Diana Serra Cary (Baby Peggy) has died aged 101. (https://variety.com/2020/film/news/baby-peggy-diana-serra-cary-dies-dead-1203514069/) There are now no surviving performers from the silent era... I'm not sure why that depresses me so, given the distance from those events, but somehow it does. Hopefully whoever has The Law Forbids or Our Pet will make the films available now.
Jens Nygaard Knudsen (https://www.cbr.com/lego-minifig-inventor-jens-knudsen-dead/), 78. Inventor of the Lego minifigure. I can barely imagine Lego without minifigures!
.Clive Cussler ... (https://www.theguardian.com/books/2020/feb/26/clive-cussler-novelist-dies-88)
Not going to raise the titanic now.
Kazuhisa Hashimoto, Creator of the Konami Code,
https://nerdist.com/article/kazuhisa-hashimoto-died-konami-code/?fbclid=IwAR2eP-yxmjbdWwW_q-tn5pKss0SVupKc1z1iGPV3Ll8f71Znou_rPbvuL_A
Folly Farm: Zoo's founder Glyndŵr Williams dies
This is sad. For anyone in Wales with kids you'll have been to Folly Farm at least once.
I once got drunk with Glyndŵr and his wife about a decade ago, when I randomly sat next to them at a bar in Cardiff one balmy summer afternoon. It was a fun day, and they were a lovely couple.
I asked them which of their animals were their favourite, and they said they tried not to have 'favourites', because they were farmers after all - the animals were all 'livestock' to them.
However, I knew they were dodging the question, so I pushed a bit. It was the zebras. Glyndŵr absolutely loved the zebras.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-51661104
Freeman Dyson, 96 (https://www.mainepublic.org/post/renowned-mathematician-and-physicist-freeman-dyson-has-died-age-96), scientist, mathematician and scholar.
Quote from: sheridan on 28 February, 2020, 06:46:07 PM
Freeman Dyson, 96 (https://www.mainepublic.org/post/renowned-mathematician-and-physicist-freeman-dyson-has-died-age-96), scientist, mathematician and scholar.
just read his wiki page and did not understand 98% of the amazing things that he thunk up, but thank the creator that we have brains like those occasionally.
...but astrochicken?
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 28 November, 2019, 01:00:31 PM
His series of autobiographies are a joy to read. Think I've read them at least three times each.
I'm full of it, me. There were three more Clive James autobographies i didn't know about till now. I'm one-and-a-half of them down already.
Not quite as hilarious to read as the first two - a self-assured upwardly-mobile intellectual doesn't have quite the same entertainment value as a precociously inventive kid or a youthful fish-out-of-water trying to discover himself abroad - but still unmissable, if only to learn of how much of an insufferable diva Peter Sellers was, and how Germaine Greer used to dress as a nun and do a striptease onstage.
Chief Judge Fargo. (https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/mar/09/max-von-sydow-star-of-the-exorcist-and-the-seventh-seal-dies-aged-90)
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 09 March, 2020, 12:31:38 PM
Chief Judge Fargo. (https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/mar/09/max-von-sydow-star-of-the-exorcist-and-the-seventh-seal-dies-aged-90)
Looking at his body of work is a real eye-opener! He played chess with Death!!!
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001884/
His Ming was merciless
That Guardian item has a mistake:
"Sydow's most iconic role was in Bergman's The Seventh Seal (1957), in which he plays chess with Death. "
Should be:
"Sydow's most iconic role was in Dino De Laurentiis' Flash Gordon (1980), in which he plays Ming the Merciless. "
'M-E-R-R-I-N!' A fantastic talent who's portrayals seemed almost natural as if the actor was that person. A sad loss to the world of Cinema, indeed. Goodbye to Judge Fargo, he took the long walk after such devoted service to the art of celluloid.
"I think the point is to make us despair. To see ourselves as... animal and ugly. To make us reject the possibility that God could love us."
An devastating loss of a terrific talent who filled so many films with so many iconic roles.
The loss of yet another piece of my childhood. Von Sydow was regular feature in many of my favourite films. We'll not see the like of him again. RIP.
Ah, that's a tough one.
RIP Max, you brightened many of my favourite films and elevated many more that were beneath you.
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 09 March, 2020, 02:17:45 PM
Ah, that's a tough one.
RIP Max, you brightened many of my favourite films and elevated many more that were beneath you.
Couldn't have said it better.
(https://www.toyorigin.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/big-chief-studios-ming-the-merciless-emperor-of-mongo-sixth-scale-figure-max-von-sydow-img15-600x400.jpg)
(https://www.propbay.com/attachments/original/5969d1343063572-max-von-sydow-fargo-concept-dermot-power-fargo3.jpg)
Michel Roux, chef (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-berkshire-51856312), 79
Malcolm Young (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-42037566), guitarist of AC/DC, 64.
Quote from: sheridan on 13 March, 2020, 12:10:08 AM
Malcolm Young (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-42037566), guitarist of AC/DC, 64.
... in 2017, mate.
Quote from: Greg M. on 13 March, 2020, 06:55:11 AM
Quote from: sheridan on 13 March, 2020, 12:10:08 AM
Malcolm Young (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-42037566), guitarist of AC/DC, 64.
... in 2017, mate.
Damn - caught out by a trending algorithm!
BBC Radio 2 and 6Music presenter Pete Mitchell aged 61.
Genesis P-Orridge (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51893184), artist, musician, 70, cancer.
Member of bands Throbbing Gristle and Psychic TV, arguably co-creator of industrial and EBM music genres.
Quote from: sheridan on 15 March, 2020, 03:55:00 AM
Genesis P-Orridge (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51893184), artist, musician, 70, cancer.
Member of bands Throbbing Gristle and Psychic TV, arguably co-creator of industrial and EBM music genres.
Aw, sorry to hear that. Surely a huge influence on Grant Morrison too.
Not sure I'd credit h/er with co-creating EBM (or acid house as s/he was known to claim back in the day) but a hugely significant figure in industrial music and 80s/90s counter culture. Undoubtably an influence on Morrison I'd have thought - they have a similar anarchic approach to the universe and magick.
Gonna spend my day listening to my old TG records - well as much of the day as the rest of the household will tolerate anyway.
Roy Hudd, 83 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51906543), comedian and actor.
Ten years to the day since John Hicklenton left us. Still miss the unique style he brought to Nemesis and Dredd.
Quote from: abelardsnazz on 19 March, 2020, 10:11:33 PM
Ten years to the day since John Hicklenton left us. Still miss the unique style he brought to Nemesis and Dredd.
Farewell, Johnny.
(http://www.2000ad.org/covers/2000ad/hires/1677.jpg)
Gravel-voiced Stuart Whitman has died.
https://variety.com/2020/film/news/stuart-whitman-dead-dies-cimarron-strip-mark-1203537099/
Retired NASA astronaut and engineer Al Worden died on March 18, 2020 at the age of 88. Worden served as the command module pilot on Apollo 15, the first lunar mission to carry scientific instruments in the command module. While orbiting the Moon alone, farther from other people than anyone has ever been, Worden mapped a quarter of the lunar surface, measured the composition of lunar rocks from space, picked out a landing site for the final Apollo mission, and launched a miniature satellite into lunar orbit to study the Moon's gravity and magnetic field. (https://www.forbes.com/sites/kionasmith/2020/03/20/apollo-15-astronaut-al-worden-has-died/)
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 20 March, 2020, 09:27:01 PM
Retired NASA astronaut and engineer Al Worden died on March 18, 2020 at the age of 88. Worden served as the command module pilot on Apollo 15, the first lunar mission to carry scientific instruments in the command module. While orbiting the Moon alone, farther from other people than anyone has ever been, Worden mapped a quarter of the lunar surface, measured the composition of lunar rocks from space, picked out a landing site for the final Apollo mission, and launched a miniature satellite into lunar orbit to study the Moon's gravity and magnetic field. (https://www.forbes.com/sites/kionasmith/2020/03/20/apollo-15-astronaut-al-worden-has-died/)
That's very sad news. I always find it hard to hear when one of the Apollo astronauts has passed. They were all an inspiration to me. RIP.
Country music star Kenny Rogers age 81.
filippo
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 21 March, 2020, 07:31:29 AM
Country music star Kenny Rogers age 81.
filippo
report here (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51986611).
He saw how 2020 was going and knew when to fold 'em.
LYLE WAGGONER aged 84, Steve Trevor from the TV series Wonder Woman
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/17/arts/television/lyle-waggoner-dead.html
Quote from: Dandontdare on 21 March, 2020, 02:41:26 PM
He saw how 2020 was going and knew when to fold 'em.
He broke even.
Asterix co-creator and illustrator Albert Uderzo age 92.
filippo
🙁 a big part of my childhood going down to the local library every week to trawl through their substantial Asterix collection.
Uderzo was a bit of a genius - and Asterix will always, always be one of my (and possibly your) favourites.
(Stood next to Lyle Waggoner 2 years ago.
That's the end of my Lyle Waggoner anecdote.)
Uderzo was a complete genius, and a terrible loss to the global comic book community.
I've just started a re-read of the Asterix books from the beginning. They feel as fresh and amusing today as all those years ago. In fact more so with an eye more attuned to the subtle jokes that layer the work.
Albert Uderzo one of the all time greatest comic artist and that's not hyperbole at all, just an artistic genius.
Asterix was a major part of my childhood and I still have all of them. The humour of those books is still priceless. Albert Uderzo gave us all a great gift. RIP.
Sad news :'(
Asterix was one of my favorites growing up.
So sad.
When I was very young, about 8 or 9, I came across two Asterix books in a tourist shop in Southport. I could only afford one, which I bought, and then (I'm ashamed to admit) I stole the other. It's the only book I ever pinched - and got a good hiding for it when I got home. It didn't dampen my love for Asterix, though, a love which has only grown over the years. Goscinny and Uderzo were the first comic creators whose names I learned and Asterix was the first comic I fell in love with.
R.I.P.
Wow. Another part of my childhood gone. On the plus side, I just bought an omnibus of the first three Asterix books for my son's 10th birthday on Monday.
.... which you will may well remember to give him in 10 years time? ::)
Quote from: Tjm86 on 24 March, 2020, 08:32:25 PM
.... which you will may well remember to give him in 10 years time? ::)
Don't be daft.
Of course I will give it to him. Just like the 13th Floor Collected edition he got from Santa. The fact that he has a bedroom bookcase circa 90cm from the bathroom door is pure coincidence.
Asterix was brilliant!
Maybe as a tribute Rebellion could reprint in the floppy the spoof Asterix strip that appeared in one of the Crisis specials.
Stuart Gordon of various Horror movies fame has died. Rotten news about Uderzo's passing as well.
https://variety.com/2020/film/news/stuart-gordon-dead-dies-1203544356/?fbclid=IwAR2AwQzFFLJ5_c51K8OdFmWzT9L7QrHX3qoX8Byei2Nx6hHMR19vPh0tVf8
Quote from: Colin YNWA on 24 March, 2020, 01:18:39 PM
Albert Uderzo one of the all time greatest comic artist and that's not hyperbole at all, just an artistic genius.
A rather timely and fitting tribute to the great Albert Uderzo, I believe.
https://www.irishtimes.com/opinion/martyn-turner-1.4211198
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 25 March, 2020, 09:49:17 AM
Stuart Gordon of various Horror movies fame has died.
That's sad news - he was the ultimate Lovecraftian director. Dagon, From Beyond, and, of course, Re-animator are all classics.
He was also the director of Robot Jox, which I watched once and thought was alright.
Quote from: Professor Bear on 25 March, 2020, 11:19:48 AM
He was also the director of Robot Jox, which I watched once and thought was alright.
Not seen it but I have heard it's very 2000AD in tone (from the late seventies, early eighties.
RIP Bill Rieflin drummer with Ministry, NIN, and KMFDM (amongst so many other great bands). Fuck this year.
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/bill-rieflin-king-crimson-r-e-m-ministry-dummer-dead-obituary-972751/
A good tribute to Albert Uderzo:
https://downthetubes.net/?p=116451 (https://downthetubes.net/?p=116451)
Mark Blum, actor (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52063371), 69, COVID-19.
(you may know him from Desperately Seeking Susan and Crocodile Dundee)
Quote from: sheridan on 27 March, 2020, 10:57:15 AM
Mark Blum, actor (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52063371), 69, COVID-19.
(you may know him from Desperately Seeking Susan and Crocodile Dundee)
For those who don't know who he played in Crocodile Dundee and want to know, he was the rich boyfriend.
Odin, the Northern Inuit Dog who played the direwolf "Summer" on Game of Thrones (https://www.cbr.com/game-of-thrones-direwolf-cancer/) and Harriet Glickman, the Los Angeles teacher who inspired Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz to introduce Franklin, the strip's first African-American character (https://www.cbr.com/harriet-glickman-obituary-peanuts-franklin/).
Alan Merrill, 69 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52089768), songwriter, COVID-19.
(best known for the song I Love Rock 'n' Roll (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AT_Pbtyid0)).
Quote from: sheridan on 30 March, 2020, 02:25:48 PM
Alan Merrill, 69 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52089768), songwriter, COVID-19.
(best known for the song I Love Rock 'n' Roll (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AT_Pbtyid0)).
My sister and mother were friends with him on facebook, and by that I mean friends enough to frequently have proper conversations with him. My mum last spoke to him just a few days ago.
Andrew Jack a.k.a. Major Caluan Ematt In the Star Wars sequel trilogy (https://www.fanthatracks.com/news/conventions-events/rest-in-peace-andrew-jack-major-caluan-ematt/)
That's shit news. I was only noticing yesterday just how well he fitted in as a Rebel commander in TFA and TLJ as I was streaming them while I worked. RIP Major Ematt.
Fountains Of Wayne's Adam Schlesinger. Coronavirus complications (https://news.sky.com/story/coronavirus-stacys-mom-songwriter-adam-schlesinger-dies-after-testing-positive-for-covid-19-11967210).
EDDIE LARGE will likely be a familiar name to those squaxx of a certain vintage. Coronavirus complications. (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52136768)
A tribute to the great Juan Giménez:
https://downthetubes.net/?p=116853 (https://downthetubes.net/?p=116853)
Bill Withers, singer, 81 (http://bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52155227), heart complications.
Dr William Frankland, pioneering research scientist, 108 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52150361), cause of death not given, presumably old age.
Quote from: sheridan on 03 April, 2020, 04:05:21 PM
Bill Withers, singer, 81 (http://bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52155227), heart complications.
Dr William Frankland, pioneering research scientist, 108 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52150361), cause of death not given, presumably old age.
Dr Frankland managed to celebrate his 108th birthday with a couple of family members a few days before he died.
Julie Bennet, Yogi Bear voice actor - COVID-19
https://www.cbr.com/yogi-bear-julie-bennet-dies-covid-19/
Anne T. Murphy-Goodwin, the widow of comic book writer/artist/editor Archie Goodwin - Unknown causes, presumably old age
https://www.cbr.com/anne-murphy-goodwin-archie-goodwin-wife-passes-away/
Logan Williams, who played the young version of Grant Gustin's Barry Allen on The CW's The Flash, aged 16 - Unknown causes
https://www.cbr.com/flash-logan-williams-obituary/
Friend of a friend.
Lord Bath, 89 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-52173794)
Honor Blackman, 94 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52189803), natural causes.
Avengers, Game of Thrones, James Bond.
Also a dispatch rider in the second world war!
Jay Benedict, 68, actor (https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2020/apr/06/emmerdale-and-aliens-actor-jay-benedict-dies-of-coronavirus), Covid-19
Played Newt's father in Aliens (not in theatrical cut but reinstated for special edition), The Dark Knight Rises, Foyle's War and Emmerdale.
John Prine (https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/john-prine-obit-253684/), Covid 19.
I became a fan via osmosis, as he was a firm favorite of my dad and older blokes who I worked with as well as - for some reason - various primary school teachers and no I don't understand that last one either but it's a sizeable demographic going by my own anecdotal experiences, but if you are a hipster jerk, Prine's work is likely seen as a perfect parody of a certain vintage of country music, while if you are Bob Dylan or Johnny Cash and/or consider American folk music to be serious business, his work was a peerless influence, a blunt cudgel battering you with tales of racist murder (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzCjQwt2rgI) and addiction (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sl9ZkYViEIs).
Fuckin Covid-19.
Tim Robinson (https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/books/acclaimed-connemara-writer-tim-robinson-dies-at-85-from-coronavirus-1.4220154?mode=amp), polymath author, cartographer, poet of landcape, died last week at 85 from Covid-19. He was my true idol, the person whose work I have most wanted to emulate for over three decades years now, despite realising long ago that I never would. I only met him once, briefly, 25 years ago, but his maps and his writing make me feel like I lived inside his head all these years, and the things he inspired me to do were many of the best things I've ever done. RIP.
Artists Tim White, renowned known for his Science Fiction Cover Art has died. His Covers for HP Lovecraft's books were amongst the most astounding I 'd ever seen, and his superb realistic art style will be a pleasure to view even knowing Tim is no longer with us. The link seems a bit iffy but clicks on the bit about Tim White artists.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_White_(artist)
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 08 April, 2020, 09:03:46 AM
His Covers for HP Lovecraft's books were amongst the most astounding I 'd ever seen...
Yep, his amazing covers for the three 1980s Grafton Omnibus editions were my way into - and still my vision of - Lovecraft, especially Volume 3 (big fat demon eating naked people in a cave and looking pleased with itself). Also factors in my adolescent appreciation of his work: boobs and bums. RIP.
That's the Lovecraft editions I have too :-(
Hadn't realised it was Tim White on all the Asimov Foundation editions I had, as well as the early Practchett SFs, including the excellent robo-locust on Dark Side of the Sun.
I would however advise not to Google Image whether he did the Asimov Robot books too, or at least not 'The Naked Sun'. It could be that Google knows me better than I know myself, but it seems to have my orientation all wrong there.
The first COVID-19 death announced in our company today. Can't say which company, or who. 40+ yr old woman. Most of my team knew her well, me only in passing. Have spent a good part of the morning consoling colleagues.
Peter Viggers, MP (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-52219896), 82
Famous for claiming £1,645 for a duck island and £30,000 for other gardening costs. Also famous for claiming an investigation into drug overdoses in a hospital were a waste of time and money (the investigation found that 656 people had died due to the overdoses). Coincidentally the death was announced on the same day as a new MP expenses scandal (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52231592)... Timing, BBC.
Not all bad news then.
Quote from: Richard on 09 April, 2020, 03:52:22 PM
Not all bad news then.
You might think that but I couldn't possibly comment.
Mort Drucker of MAD Fame is no more.
https://twitter.com/NatCartoonSoc/status/1248275254453166080?fbclid=IwAR0TinMe2obWFpPOa6L31PahSzE_rT5kPyFYuiNj1LA2n4clLDKXgVHInFc
What a legend. Those TV & movie parodies were wonderful.
Human Centipede actor Dieter Laser, aged 78,
Stirling Moss, 90 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/52261216), sportsperson.
Tim Brooke Taylor. One-Third of the Goodies and numerous Radio shows has died of Coronavirus.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/comedy/news/tim-brooke-taylor-death-coronavirus-comedian-actor-age-news-the-goodies-a9461451.html?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwAR1mLQBe83iCXIV91nKSe5bDjBlyOSN06ShtwfqUDsB6E1vdZhGk3kB3aHk#Echobox=1586693500
My favourite Goodie. :'(
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 12 April, 2020, 01:15:16 PM
Tim Brooke Taylor. One-Third of the Goodies and numerous Radio shows has died of Coronavirus.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/comedy/news/tim-brooke-taylor-death-coronavirus-comedian-actor-age-news-the-goodies-a9461451.html
That's one that hits me - The Goodies, Bananaman and I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue...
Oh no. I was a Bill Odie man as a young Goodies fan, but as I got older Tim became my firm favourite. His radio work was just fantastic. How fucking awful.
Tim Brooke Taylor was a disarmingly funny man. Sorry to hear about his passing but grateful for all the laughs he gave me.
Was sorry to hear of Tim's passing as well. I was a huge Goodie's fan back in the day.
Also below, news of the recent death of one of my favourite composers, Krzysztof Penderecki. Some of you might have recognised his music, as it was used in films like "The Exorcist" and "The Shining".
R.I.P. to both Krzysztof and Tim Brooke-Taylor.
https://www.classicfm.com/music-news/krzysztof-penderecki-obituary/
If anyone is on Audible there is a new Goodies audio show that shows how great they still were and stands as a tribute to Tim
Peter "The Cat' Bonetti former Chelsea and England goalkeeper aged 78
Disney animator Ann Sullivan
https://www.cbr.com/disney-animator-ann-sullivan-dies-coronavirus/
The Smurfs voice actor Danny Goldman
https://www.cbr.com/smurfs-actor-danny-goldman-die-80/
Also, Classic Doctor Who writer Pip Baker sadly died on the 14th from complications sustained from a fall
http://m.doctorwhonews.net/2020/04/pip-baker-died-2020.html
Actor Brian Dennehy of various film and theatre roles leaves the stage for the final time.
https://variety.com/2020/film/news/brian-dennehy-dead-dies-tommy-boy-first-blood-1234582309/?fbclid=IwAR2DOBFJaaKxJRVIgWYukx0GageSVyJUTRdP5skalhSnMgGd9BDFEJPBnu4
Both Kingdom Hearts & Final Fantasy voice actor Kenji Fujiwara and WWE Hall of Fame ring announcer Howard Finkel tragically passed away, as well
https://www.cbr.com/keiji-fujiwara-kingdom-hearts-final-fantasy-actor-dies-at-55/
https://www.cbr.com/wwe-howard-finkel-passes-away/
Sir John Houghton - COVID-19
a leading light of atmospheric and climate science, who collected a Nobel on behalf of the IPCC. You might recall him as the person the Sun wanted sacked from the BBC alongside Michael Fish when they failed to predict those storms.
Regardless, a life well lived, and enormous contributions to the climate change movement.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_T._Houghton
A more personal history from his granddaughter here:
https://twitter.com/hannahmmalcolm/status/1250778555505655808?s=21
Oh no, just found out we lost David Collings a few weeks back. Did I miss it being posted here? Apologies if so.
Besides doing regular work on Doctor Who and Blake's Seven, he was also the voice of Sun WuKong for the U.K. dubbing of 'Monkey'!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Collings
I am seriously beginning to loath this year....
Original Resident Evil 2 "Leon Kennedy" voice actor Paul Haddad
https://www.cbr.com/paul-haddad-obituary-resident-evil/
Classic GI Joe Blister Pack Artist Hector Garrido
https://www.cbr.com/hector-garrido-gi-joe-artist-dies/
Michael Mantlo, brother & caregiver of Rocket Raccoon Creator Bill Mantlo
https://www.cbr.com/michael-mantlo-brother-rocket-raccoon-bill-mantlo-dies/
The Actor Irrfan Khan, known for being in the film Life of Pi has died.
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/apr/29/bollywood-star-irrfan-khan-dies-aged-53
Jill Gasgoine of The Gentle Touch and other TV shows has sadly died.
https://metro.co.uk/2020/04/29/gentle-touch-star-jill-gascoine-dies-aged-83-alzheimers-battle-12628120/
Actor BJ Hogg aged 65
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-52495141
One of musical heroes, absolutely gutted.
https://metro.co.uk/2020/05/04/stranglers-keyboardist-dave-greenfield-dies-aged-71-contracting-coronavirus-12653667/
Quote from: esoteric ed on 04 May, 2020, 05:39:15 PM
One of musical heroes, absolutely gutted.
https://metro.co.uk/2020/05/04/stranglers-keyboardist-dave-greenfield-dies-aged-71-contracting-coronavirus-12653667/
No, awful news. No more Heroes indeed.
One of my all-time favourite bands. Had the great pleasure of seeing them play 'live many years ago. RIP Dave. :'(
The Stranglers' music really was a soundtrack to my youth, and after hearing them for the first time in 1979 I was hooked. I've been lucky to have seen them a fair few times over the years, and thanks to singer Ian Prowse I was able to go backstage in Liverpool to sit and chat with them several times, memories I'll always treasure.
RIP Mr Greenfield.
Have always loved.The Stranglers, currently a big part of my running-music rotation. RIP Dave Greenfield.
Had seen The Stranglers playing a blinding set in support to Alice Cooper last year, and was looking forward to seeing them this November at their own gig - that probably wouldn't have happened anyway, given the circumstances. I gather it was Dave's habit to sit at his instrument with a cup of tea during live performances - now that's rock 'n roll. RIP Dave.
Another music legend gone https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52564281?SThisFB&fbclid=IwAR0AXsFoymgDXpg8Ymul3rWejoL9aHj9F7XKFepFdZTsGDtK7ZraNrMcrw0
Such a huge influence on modern electronic music - a true pioneer.
Florian Schneider, 73 (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/may/06/florian-schneider-kraftwerk-co-founder-dies-aged-73), co-founder of Kraftwerk
That's an awful shame. I've seen them a few times, and they were never anything less than brilliant. They were kind of the Beatles of electronic music.
Little Richard, 87 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52601228), singer.
One of the builders of modern music and from what you hear life lived with adventure and inspiration from Judge Dredd plague.What a life - thanks Little Richard.
Jerry Stiller, 92 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52616060), actor (and father of Ben Stiller).
That's a shame about Jerry Stiller. I found him quite funny in a few things. RIP.
Martin Pasko. Very underrated writer and the chap who did a really nice run on Swamp Thing, before that run on Swamp Thing. He wrote much more besides but this excellent run is the one I will remember him for.
https://bleedingcool.com/comics/marty-pasko-writer-on-superman-doctor-fate-and-roseanne-dies-at-65/ (https://bleedingcool.com/comics/marty-pasko-writer-on-superman-doctor-fate-and-roseanne-dies-at-65/)
Phil May,aged 75. the lead singer with The Pretty Things,
www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/phil-may-pretty-things-frontman-death-cause-tributes-a9518071.html
Astrid Kirchherr aged 81 best known for her photographs of the Beatles
www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/music/beatles-photographer-astrid-kirchherr-dies-aged-81/ar-BB1495va?li=BBoPJKU&ocid=U452DHP
Fred Willard aged 86, best known for Anchorman, This is Spinal Tap and Best in Show
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/may/16/fred-willard-best-in-show-this-is-spinal-tap-dies-aged-86
Quote from: rogue69 on 16 May, 2020, 10:41:16 PM
Fred Willard aged 86, best known for Anchorman, This is Spinal Tap and Best in Show
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/may/16/fred-willard-best-in-show-this-is-spinal-tap-dies-aged-86
Oh man he is so brilliant in those Christopher Guest films - such a great comedian.
Charles Lippincott.
Some of us will have had the pleasure of sharing the last few years of Charles's life with him on Facebook.
He is the man behind the first Judge Dredd film, so deserves the highest accolade we can bestow upon him.
He was tormented for years by the lack of the film's success, and by how it veered so far from his vision of bringing our beloved comic character to the big screen. However, in the last few years he put that to rest, thanks to our warmth and consideration towards him and his film, and poring over the many photos, pieces of art, and other Judge Dredd related goodies he showed us.
Then, of course, was the realisation that ever single original Star Wars toy we ever owned in the 70's was probably signed off by him. He was also behind the iconic design of the Star Wars soundtrack album. Charles was the marketing man that changed how films were marketed forever, thanks to his incredible work on Star Wars.
I could go on - Flash Gordon, Alien etc etc.
But I think some of us were lucky enough to get past being a fan, and see the human who was Charles. He cared for people, for the society he lived in, and was clearly of a liberal persuasion. He watched with horror at the rise of Trump and what was happening to his country. He was absolutely aghast as he recently watched the death toll in his country rise, due to its mismanagement by the current administration. He shared that with those of us in the U.K. He felt these things so keenly, and it came across in his writing.
What also came across to us was his warmth. The more he shared his life's work, the more we engaged, and the more he enjoyed it and engaged back. Discussing life, the universe, and everything with him was great, and he shared his projects with us. Some of us were lucky enough to play a part in his projects, and receive stills from Alien for our help. Charles shared, and shared, and shared.
Many of us shared individual interactions with him. I certainly did. I considered him a friend. I am so very sad he has gone, and I will miss him very much.
Raising a glass to you tonight Charles. Goodbye my friend.
His last moments and Cause of Death here (https://www.fanthatracks.com/news/film-music-tv/rip-charles-lippincott/).
So sorry to hear of your friend's passing, Shaolin. RIP Charles. I shall raise a glass in your honour also.
And below, a link to the passing of another inspirational figure, Annie Glenn. RIP Annie.
https://www.space.com/annie-glenn-dies-of-covid-19-at-100-obituary.html?utm_source=notification
Beautifully put, Shaolin.
It was a punch in the gut to read of his death this morning.
He was involved in some of the biggest hitters and my favourite sci-fi movies and I'll miss his posts and interactions.
RiP Charley.
Beautifully put and dreadfully saddening. RIP indeed.
Lovely words, Shaolin, thanks. Many of us owe Charles Lippincott a great deal. RIP.
Sadly following on from Lippincott, come the news of the passing of Ken 'Pink Shorts Boom Guy' Nightingall, the boom operator who worked on the set of A New Hope.
https://www.cbr.com/star-wars-pink-shorts-boom-guy-ken-nightingall-dies/
The mighty Mory Kante (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-52774331)
Kiss Guitarist Bob Kulick Has Died, Aged 70
Actor Michael Angelis aged 68 best known for Auf Wiedersehen, Pet, Boys from the Blackstuff and Thomas and Friends
Christo, 84 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52872186), artist.
The Sweet founder and bassist Steve Priest aged 72.
Quote from: rogue69 on 04 June, 2020, 10:14:13 PM
The Sweet founder and bassist Steve Priest aged 72.
biography (https://deadline.com/2020/06/steve-priest-dies-sweet-bassist-ballroom-blitz-fox-on-the-run-1202951571/)
Joey Image, 63 (https://www.brooklynvegan.com/misfits-drummer-joey-image-reportedly-dead-at-63/), drummer of the Misfits.
Bruce Jay Freidman, 90 (https://variety.com/2020/film/news/bruce-jay-freidman-dead-90-splash-woody-allen-1234624764/), oscar-nominated writer of Splash.
Michael Angelis (https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-michael-angelis-dead-thomas-22114357), actor.
Quote from: sheridan on 05 June, 2020, 08:52:20 AM
Michael Angelis (https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-michael-angelis-dead-thomas-22114357), actor.
What a shame. If you ever get the chance,
do watch the 1985 Alan-Bleasdale-penned film
No Surrender* in which Angelis stars and is as wonderful as you'd expect (also bonus Bernard Hill points). The humour is very, very black but also hilarious.
*It appears there are several movies by this title. You don't want the 2019 Scott Adkins action movie. Well, maybe you do, but it hasn't got Michael Angelis in it.
Was gutted to read about Angelis, and today I'm equally sad to read Steve Priest has left us.
I bloody love The Sweet and the realisation that there's only Andy Scott left is very sobering indeed.
Sleep well, chaps.
Kind of a reverse RIP today. I've developed a habit of putting on Radio 2 while I do the washing up on a Sunday evening, and Paul O'Grady is usually on. I was taken aback when his guest was Barry Manilow, who I thought had died a few years ago. I'm guessing my brain had somehow wired up his coming out with all the other celebrity deaths.
I'm not a fan of his music, but I feel mildly cheerier this evening for knowing he's still around.
Regards,
Robin
Quote from: Robin Low on 07 June, 2020, 06:42:03 PM
his guest was Barry Manilow, who I thought had died a few years ago
I actually saw him in concert a couple of years ago and when his face appeared on the big arena screens I'm pretty sure he's been embalmed.
Quote from: sheridan on 05 June, 2020, 08:49:29 AM
Joey Image, 63 (https://www.brooklynvegan.com/misfits-drummer-joey-image-reportedly-dead-at-63/), drummer of the Misfits.
Joey was a good personal friend of mine. We spent a lot of time raising money for his treatment the last couple of years, but, he was on a steep slope.
Quote from: DeadBeat on 08 June, 2020, 10:55:43 PM
Quote from: sheridan on 05 June, 2020, 08:49:29 AM
Joey Image, 63 (https://www.brooklynvegan.com/misfits-drummer-joey-image-reportedly-dead-at-63/), drummer of the Misfits.
Joey was a good personal friend of mine. We spent a lot of time raising money for his treatment the last couple of years, but, he was on a steep slope.
I don't know how I missed this. I was a big fan of the Misfits. Condolences on your loss.
Singer Bonnie Pointer of the Pointer Sisters, aged 69.
Quote from: von Boom on 08 June, 2020, 11:59:23 PM
Quote from: DeadBeat on 08 June, 2020, 10:55:43 PM
Quote from: sheridan on 05 June, 2020, 08:49:29 AM
Joey Image, 63 (https://www.brooklynvegan.com/misfits-drummer-joey-image-reportedly-dead-at-63/), drummer of the Misfits.
Joey was a good personal friend of mine. We spent a lot of time raising money for his treatment the last couple of years, but, he was on a steep slope.
I don't know how I missed this. I was a big fan of the Misfits. Condolences on your loss.
I missed that too. Really sorry to hear it.
The deservedly legendary Denny O'Neil, aged 81. That we still have a comics industry is likely the best example of his influence as a writer and editor in the 1970s and 1980s.
Just seen reports that Denny O'Neil has passed away as Professor Bear has said. One of the true legends of US comics.
His Green Lantern/Green Arrow comics were revolutionary for the time. Sad news.
Sad to hear about Denny O'Neil - an absolute giant of the industry. His Batman was the best Batman. (If I'm honest, his Bruce is about the only take on the character I've ever enjoyed.)
Wretched news about Denny O'Neil, who's work on Batman will entertain generations to come. His sad passing at this grim time seems to sum up the dire straits the Comic book industry is in at the moment.
Quote from: Professor Bear on 12 June, 2020, 05:36:18 PM
The deservedly legendary Denny O'Neil, aged 81. That we still have a comics industry is likely the best example of his influence as a writer and editor in the 1970s and 1980s.
The sadly also departed Len Wein and Denny O'Neil exert such a huge influence over modern comics to this day. O'Neil revitalised Batman and then as editor oversaw Year One and DKR, Wein ushered in the classic era of Uncanny X-Men and then as editor of Moore's Swamp Thing run (which also saw the rise of Karen Berger's star) and Watchmen. Comics would look very different without their contributions.
I'm not too well-versed on the American comics scene, but Denny O'Neil is a name that I've heard time and time again in terms of revitalising DC. Sorry to hear of his passing.
Singer Ricky Valance aged 84 best known for the song Tell Laura I Love Her
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-53026822#
I wasn't sure where to put this, but it seems kind of relevant here...
Obviously, Eric Morecambe sadly died too many years ago, but I've just had this come up on my YouTube feed. I've never to my recollection seen it before. It's an extraordinarily good interview, both from the interviewer (John Stapleton) and interviewee (Wise), on the morning of Eric's death.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIymKijxO6s
Regards,
Robin
Willie Thorne: Snooker legend aged 66
Dame Vera Lynn aged 103
Not the obituary, but there's a link to it BBC News (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53091856).
Seem to recall there's a plaque to her around the corner from where I live, so presumable she used to live there...
I know that in much later life she irritated some here by rowing in against IndyRef and generally getting wrapped up in visions of Empire, but I always remember that she sued the BNP for using her songs, songs originally intended to sustain resistance to the ugliest fascism.
And yet before the day is out I fully expect to see her passing co-opted by Johnson and his coterie of rapacious f*cks into some twisted Brexit narrative. RIP.
Quote from: TordelBack on 18 June, 2020, 12:28:57 PMgenerally getting wrapped up in visions of Empire,
We've had one or two board members like that, and they didn't have the excuse of actually remembering the Empire.
Ian Holm, 88 (https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/jun/19/ian-holm-dies-alien-chariots-of-fire-bilbo-baggins), actor from all our favourite films.
Damn.... he was good.
Miserable news about Ian Holm, his final speech to the surviving crew of the Nostromo in Alien, is one of my favourite scenes from Cinema. His Bilbo Baggins in LOTR was brilliant casting and superb performance as well.
I'm genuinely upset about Ian Holm. Alien is without doubt my favourite film and he is just wonderful in it.
Shite news about Ian Holm. He's been memorable in many of his roles.
Alien, Time Bandits, Brazil, Fifth Element, the good Tolkien trilogy (plus the other trilogy which had some good bits, but y'know). And that's just the sci-fi fantasy geeky stuff - he's left quite a legacy behind.
For me, it's Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and the problematic adaptation of From Hell for which I will most remember Ian Holm. I know neither of those films have the best of reputations, but I very much love them. Especially Frankenstein. That'll be my "tribute watch".
SBT
Holm was pure class in every role. Even when he was actually Derek Jacobi. RIP.
Aw, he was brilliant. See you, Holmie, you'll be missed.
Joel Schumacher. Made some cracking films. And Batman & Robin (which Bear will be along to defend shortly).
No need. History has vindicated him already.
Longtime Marvel Comics artist Joe Sinnott, who inked for the likes of Jack Kirby and John Romita Sr., has passed away at 93 years old.
https://www.cbr.com/joe-sinnott-dies-at-93
Renowned artist and creator of the iconic DC Comics bullet logo, Milton Glaser has died on his 91st birthday.
https://www.cbr.com/milton-glaser-designer-of-dc-bullet-logo-dies/
Earl Cameron: British film and TV star actor dies aged 102
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-coventry-warwickshire-53290142
Ennio Morricone Composer of many film scores heads for the big orchestra in the sky.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-53305397
Well Ennio Morricone was an absolute genius simple as that. His scores still standout as very possibly the greatest ever written for film. Just this weekend we've been showing the kids edited highlights of 'The Good The Bad and The Ugly' as they were so intrigued by the music when we had it on in the car the other day.
Farewell Maestro.
Ennio would be one I'd assumed had already departed...
Going to have to listen to the Nephilim now!
Ron Graham, as in Graham's Number, it's kind of a big deal. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HX8bihEe3nA)
Jack Charlton: 1966 England World Cup winner dies aged 85
Kelly Preston, 57 (https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/jul/13/kelly-preston-actor-and-wife-of-john-travolta-dies-aged-57-from-breast-cancer), actor.
Grant Imahara, Robotics specialist & co presenter on one of my very favorite shows Mythbusters 49 No cause known.
Brain aneurysm is what I read. Was very sorry to hear it too, I loved his frequent appearances on Will Wheaton's Tabletop show and of course Mythbusters, always so sharp, positive and cheery. Same age as me, although he'd have passed for my son. You never know the hour. RIP.
Quote from: TordelBack on 14 July, 2020, 03:20:01 PM
.... his frequent appearances on Will Wheaton's Tabletop show ...
Aha - not an avid watcher of Will Wheatons thing, but wondered why he was familiar to me when I haaven't seen any of the shows reported in his obituary. Yeah - seemed like a really nice guy and what an age to go
Scottish Actor Maurice Roeves familiar as Warden Millar in Stallone's Judge Dredd sadly passes away.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-53415740
Maurice Roëves as Warden Miller (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2xACKAR1_k) - it doesn't actually look like that bad a film from that clip (until the last second or two).
I remember him from Danger UXB.
Tony Elliott, 73 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53452554), found of Time Out.
(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/bc/c8/22/bcc822cd22b4e7f7f489c98bb9ed5f64.jpg)
John Lewis, the civil rights icon and one of the Big Six civil rights activists led by the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr has died of cancer. aged 80
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/john-lewis-civil-rights-a9625871.html
Tim Smith of the Cardiacs has sadly passed - guess I know what I'll be listening to this afternoon https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/jul/22/tim-smith-frontman-cult-band-the-cardiacs-dies-aged-59
Peter Green Fleetwood Mac co-founder 73
John Saxon of 'Enter The Dragon' fame has died.
https://deadline.com/2020/07/john-saxon-a-nightmare-on-elm-street-star-dies-at-83-1202995296/
Ah man, John Saxon is one of those great character actors whom, if you where to pop in any Italian genre fare from the early 60's to late 80's, you could depend upon to give a top notch performance.
He never seemed to become the A list leading man you would have expected him to be, but he remained humble all through his career and left behind one hell of a filmography.
Sad news - always think he's kind of like a cross between Jack Nicholson and Michael Ironside (I'm not the only person to draw the latter parallel, by a long margin).
I think I probably first encountered Saxon in 'Battle Beyond the Stars' as degenerating space-warlord Sador - a proper, scenery-chewing arch-baddie. Whatever the virtues (or otherwise) of any given film he appeared in, Saxon could anchor it and, if need be, single-handedly make it watchable - he was the go-to man for steely, charismatic characters. His presence was a guarantee of a quality performance.
Hollywood legend Olvia De Havilland has 'Gone With The Wind.' Pretty awful Sunday.
https://variety.com/2020/film/obituaries-people-news/olivia-de-havilland-dead-died-gone-with-the-wind-1234716790/
Quote from: sheridan on 26 July, 2020, 02:47:54 PM
Sad news - always think he's kind of like a cross between Jack Nicholson and Michael Ironside (I'm not the only person to draw the latter parallel, by a long margin).
Nailed it!
Didn't he also do a CSI episode which was Written / directed by Tarantino? Which I vaguely remember, and was the only episode of CSI I ever watched!
Loved him in almost anything he was in, but his sheer lazy arsery in NOES 3 was hilarious.
Saxon was a cool dude, for sure.
Like Hawkmumbkler said, he always seemed pretty much ego-free and down to earth (his interview on the Cannibal Apocalypse DVD is a true eye opener), and any actor who who could hold his own next to Bruce Lee...
RIP, Mr Roper, you beautiful cat.
Sir Alan Parker of Midnight Express fame, and many others, meets a higher Director.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-53614490?fbclid=IwAR2pw2Qg87tvut5g3A0pUFGFz-FIQpfZP4Jom8riJY8vZHbpY3YvjKUcAt8
oh no .. Pink Floyd The Wall is an incredible movie, and Bugsy Malone too. A great loss
Parker was a great director and a top bloke, by all accounts.
Wilford Brimley has gone:
https://variety.com/2020/film/news/wilford-brimley-dead-dies-the-natural-cocoon-1234723135/
He'll always be Uncle Douvee to me, personally.
Quote from: karlos on 02 August, 2020, 10:41:11 AM
Wilford Brimley has gone:
https://variety.com/2020/film/news/wilford-brimley-dead-dies-the-natural-cocoon-1234723135/
He'll always be Uncle Douvee to me, personally.
I'll always see him as Blair in The Thing. Another great character Actor has gone.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 02 August, 2020, 11:47:12 AM
Quote from: karlos on 02 August, 2020, 10:41:11 AM
Wilford Brimley has gone:
https://variety.com/2020/film/news/wilford-brimley-dead-dies-the-natural-cocoon-1234723135/
He'll always be Uncle Douvee to me, personally.
I'll always see him as Blair in The Thing. Another great character Actor has gone.
Same for me. He's one of those actors that you saw often and pulled more than his share of the weight of any film.
John Hume, an architect of the Northern Ireland Peace process, has died. A somber day for Ireland, the UK and America.
https://www.rte.ie/news/2020/0803/1157065-john-hume-dies/
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 03 August, 2020, 09:48:00 AM
John Hume, an architect of the Northern Ireland Peace process, has died. A somber day for Ireland, the UK and America.
https://www.rte.ie/news/2020/0803/1157065-john-hume-dies/
He will be much missed.
A fair few from that time could have learned much from a man as principled and decent as John Hume.
A fair few running about now could do the same.
Despite decades-long attempts to smear and discredit him Hume has been perhaps the most universally respected politician in the long sad history of this island. His achievements were legion (bringing credit unions to Ireland alone would be enough for most), but if the reality-shattering impact of his unswerving morality and relentlessly-espoused philosophy is ever doubted, reflect on the completely inconceivable image below.
"I will talk to anyone". Never forget.
Ní bheidh a leithéid arís ann.
(https://m.independent.ie/incoming/6ea3d/35381800.ece/AUTOCROP/w1000/ULSTER%20Mc%2029.jpg)
He was the best of us.
Reni Santoni, of Dirty Harry fame, has passed away at the age of 82.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/reni-santoni-dead-actor-enter-laughing-dirty-harry-was-82-1305149
Mexican-American singer Trini Lopez, who had a hit in 1963 with his version of If I Had A Hammer and played one of The Dirty Dozen, has died at 83.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-53749488
Ben Cross stage and film actor best known for his roles in Chariots of Fire and Star Trek, has died at the age of 72.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/ben-cross-death-films-age-cause-movies-star-trek-chariots-of-fire-first-knight-a9676691.html
Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Jack Sherman dies aged 64
https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-53873198
Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman dies at 43 following battle with colon cancer:
https://www.gamesradar.com/black-panther-star-chadwick-boseman-dies-at-42-following-battle-with-colon-cancer/ (https://www.gamesradar.com/black-panther-star-chadwick-boseman-dies-at-42-following-battle-with-colon-cancer/)
That's a shocker. Too young.
Desperately sad.Has spent 4 years fighting his illness while taking on such challenging roles and never once revealed his diagnosis is testament to him.May he rest in peace.
Well that's utterly crap news. Some man to keep going through all that. RIP.
RIP Chadwick. Shocking news, and another kick in the balls from a shitty year.
There's no right age to die, but Chadwick appears to have left us far to young. What might have been, but he did star in some of the most successful films of recent times, immortalised in celluloid forever. Regrettable news.
That's absolutely shocking. I watched Da 5 Bloods recently and it's hard not to apply some retrospective significance to his role in that this morning.
Always a shock when someone younger than you passes.
That's a real shame.
That is why we must savoir each moment we have in life.
Just horrible, horrible news.
Resi in peace, King.
Caesar Cordova, 'Scarface' and 'Carlito's Way' Actor, aged 84
https://popculture.com/movies/news/caesar-cordova-scarface-carlitos-way-actor-dead-84/
Ian Mitchell, former member of Bay City Rollers aged 62
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54001874
https://www.cbr.com/disney-animation-artist-sue-nichols-maciorowski-died/
Jim Janes
https://www.cbr.com/jim-janes-obituary/
Ronald Bell Co-founder of Kool & The Gang aged 68
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54098501
Dame Diana Rigg - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54106509?fbclid=IwAR0JjxEzPKpeNJOTdg0Vsw4PuEKCIQC6YFqEIQJV5qC7-rjwomjB7yKTZKY
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 10 September, 2020, 02:32:49 PM
Dame Diana Rigg - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54106509?fbclid=IwAR0JjxEzPKpeNJOTdg0Vsw4PuEKCIQC6YFqEIQJV5qC7-rjwomjB7yKTZKY
Oh, how sad. Diane was brilliant in just about any role. Damn, a significant loss to the performing arts.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 10 September, 2020, 02:32:49 PM
Dame Diana Rigg - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54106509?fbclid=IwAR0JjxEzPKpeNJOTdg0Vsw4PuEKCIQC6YFqEIQJV5qC7-rjwomjB7yKTZKY
That's crushing news. She was always a treat to watch. RIP.
Heartbreaking about Dame Diana.
Loved her to bits.
We shared the same birthday, which blew my tiny mind as a kid.
Sleep well. You will be missed.
Indisputably one of the all-time greats, never less than splendid in every role, and beautiful to the end of her days. She really will be missed, RIP.
:'(
Aw, no.
So sad to hear the news of her passing. People often say that Twiggy and Jean Shrimpton were the faces of the Sixties but for me it will always be Dame Diana Rigg. She was smart, talented and beautiful.
God - just remembered that Dame Diana Rigg was also in one of my favourite horror films of the 70s; The Theatre Of Blood.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lGcT8gFzH14
Very sad news about Diana Rigg.
She's closely followed by Toots (https://www.google.com/amp/s/variety.com/2020/music/news/toots-hibbert-maytals-reggae-dies-1234767701/amp/) from out of the Maytals. Saw them once about ten years ago and we both had a great time.
'Toots' Hibbert, RIP
Pressure Drop (https://youtu.be/uw66FA6OTqA)
Terrence Conran, 88 (https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2020/sep/12/sir-terence-conran-obituary), designer, restauranter.
Bill Gates Sr., attorney, philanthropist, civic leader and father of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/15/business/bill-gates-sr-dead.html
Terry Goodkind, author of The Sword of Truth fantasy series and the contemporary suspense novel, The Law of Nines
https://winteriscoming.net/2020/09/18/reflecting-terry-goodkind-legacy/
Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, advocate for women's rights and legal, cultural and feminist icon
https://www.npr.org/2020/09/18/100306972/justice-ruth-bader-ginsburg-champion-of-gender-equality-dies-at-87?t=1600635821107
Lee Kerslade, Ozzy Osbourne and Uriah Heep drummer
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54225774
Robert Gore, Inventor of waterproof fabric Gore-Tex technology and CEO of WL Gore & Associates
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54224405
Actor Michael Lonsdale who played a Bond villain but was known for his French films has died.
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/sep/21/michael-lonsdale-bond-villain-hugo-drax-in-moonraker-dies-aged-89?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other&fbclid=IwAR3MzGkVYj2Z19S54w0qL2eWuDHAPK1_xFC4ezjFJHsxtnf-gLm1uaF--7M
Ron Cobb, an influential film designer of many movies, including Alien and Back To The Future, has died.
https://www.cbr.com/ron-cobb-back-to-the-future-delorean-dies/
Shiro Kishibe, (Sandy in Monkey), last month...
https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2020091500722/ (https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2020091500722/)
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 21 September, 2020, 08:53:18 PM
Ron Cobb, an influential film designer of many movies, including Alien and Back To The Future, has died.
https://www.cbr.com/ron-cobb-back-to-the-future-delorean-dies/
Ron's concept art for Arnold Ernst Toht (depicted as Christopher Lee) as a Nazi-Cyborg in
Raiders of the Lost Ark. Lucas told Spielberg he was mixing genres so it was dropped.
(https://64.media.tumblr.com/35b6b8871ec19f248bfe70747faa8807/tumblr_ntjvb1nvlu1stgwvso1_1280.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D0lCzkIWsAAzrG-.jpg)
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 21 September, 2020, 11:03:51 PM
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 21 September, 2020, 08:53:18 PM
Ron Cobb, an influential film designer of many movies, including Alien and Back To The Future, has died.
https://www.cbr.com/ron-cobb-back-to-the-future-delorean-dies/
Ron's concept art for Arnold Ernst Toht (depicted as Christopher Lee) as a Nazi-Cyborg in Raiders of the Lost Ark. Lucas told Spielberg he was mixing genres so it was dropped.
I'd have thought the biggest danger would have been comparisons to Doctor Strangelove (etc).
Quote from: sheridan on 22 September, 2020, 08:11:59 AMI'd have thought the biggest danger would have been comparisons to Doctor Strangelove (etc).
Lucas or Spielberg were never shy about putting
homages in their films. They're the generation that wore their cine influences on their sleeve.
Raiders is all ready a nostalgic mash-up of things they loved.
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 21 September, 2020, 11:03:51 PM
Lucas told Spielberg he was mixing genres so it was dropped.
Fascinating! Lucas was right of course, keeping both pulp heroes and villains as regular humans dealing with an external supernatural was the way to go, but it is amusingly ironic from the man that would add interdimensional aliens and flying saucers to the Indyverse.
Quote from: TordelBack on 22 September, 2020, 12:11:03 PM
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 21 September, 2020, 11:03:51 PM
Lucas told Spielberg he was mixing genres so it was dropped.
Fascinating! Lucas was right of course, keeping both pulp heroes and villains as regular humans dealing with an external supernatural was the way to go, but it is amusingly ironic from the man that would add interdimensional aliens and flying saucers to the Indyverse.
And well before the indulgences of the Prequel era — Lucas's outline for
Indiana Jones and the Saucermen from Mars was put down in 1993. Double twist: it was Spielberg who had a problem with aliens.
wrestling legend Joe Laurinaitis (aka Road Warrior Animal) has passed away at age 60
Kurt Grünewald Hansen of Leæther Strip.
Guitar legend Eddie van Halen, 65. Such a talent to go so soon. RIP :'(
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/oct/06/eddie-van-halen-dead-age-65 (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/oct/06/eddie-van-halen-dead-age-65)
And yet Trump still lives. Fuck.
Quote from: von Boom on 06 October, 2020, 11:05:55 PM
Guitar legend Eddie van Halen, 65. Such a talent to go so soon. RIP :'(
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/oct/06/eddie-van-halen-dead-age-65 (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/oct/06/eddie-van-halen-dead-age-65)
Aw, man. 65 is no age. Goodbye, Eddie.
Kudos for giving his son (also a Van Halen band member) the most hair-metal name imaginable - Wolfgang Van Halen.
Van Halen were both first album (5150) and first single (Why can't this be love) for this Squaxx.
Still have loads on my Ipod, too.
RIP Eddie.
Johnny Nash, 80 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54444297), singer (I Can See Clearly Now).
Quote from: von Boom on 06 October, 2020, 11:05:55 PM
Guitar legend Eddie van Halen, 65. Such a talent to go so soon. RIP :'(
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/oct/06/eddie-van-halen-dead-age-65 (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/oct/06/eddie-van-halen-dead-age-65)
My best mate at school was a brilliant guitarist who spent a year studying at the Guitar Institute in Los Angeles, where Eddie Van Halen would drop in to give guest classes, and he never had anything but praise for the guy, despite the fact we had always been dismissive of "hair metal" rockers.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 07 October, 2020, 03:49:59 PM
Quote from: von Boom on 06 October, 2020, 11:05:55 PM
Guitar legend Eddie van Halen, 65. Such a talent to go so soon. RIP :'(
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/oct/06/eddie-van-halen-dead-age-65 (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/oct/06/eddie-van-halen-dead-age-65)
My best mate at school was a brilliant guitarist who spent a year studying at the Guitar Institute in Los Angeles, where Eddie Van Halen would drop in to give guest classes, and he never had anything but praise for the guy, despite the fact we had always been dismissive of "hair metal" rockers.
Such sad news.
It speaks well of him that the majority of people the media have spoken to since is passing have struggled to hold their tears back, and been full of nothing but praise for a man who made such great noise!
As a punk kid in the '80s I never had much time for Van Halen as a band but I play guitar and recently looked into EVH as a guitarist and what he did. He was every bit as visionary and talented as any other guitarist. Probably as influential as Jimi Hendrix in his own way. An absolute genius and virtuoso. A really sad loss.
Bob Fujitani aged 98, comic artist and ghost writer on many early comics such as Flash Gordon, Prince Valiant and Lassie in the 1940's co created and artist on Doctor Solar Man of the Atom in the 1960's
http://www.dailycartoonist.com/index.php/2020/09/08/bob-fujitani-rip/
Gordon Haskell former member of King Crimson aged 74
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54600505
"The Amazing" James Randi (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54642107), aged 92. He offered a million quid to anyone who could prove they had any real psychic/paranormal powers under laboratory conditions. No one ever claimed it.
He also made a tit out of Uri Geller.
I feel the need to ensure people that a certain story in the upcoming issue of Hallowscream was written by me a few months ago and that the bearded, bespectacled, celebrity sceptic named "James Rawkins" encountering something from 'the other side' in a haunted house is nothing more than an unfortunately timed coincidence. (Probably.)
RIP Mr. Randi.
*assure
Spencer Davis (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iv6Q-v-94Lo). I am in awe of that 60's British blues scene - a couple of dozen guys who changed the face of rock'n'roll, sadly disappearing one by one.
Quote from: Mister Pops on 22 October, 2020, 03:22:23 PM
"The Amazing" James Randi (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54642107), aged 92. He offered a million quid to anyone who could prove they had any real psychic/paranormal powers under laboratory conditions. No one ever claimed it.
He also made a tit out of Uri Geller.
Aw, man. Sorry to hear that. I've seen him on YouTube exposing quite a few con artists who claim to be psychic, and also doing some fairly impressive tricks himself.
Frank Bough aged 87
This really saddens me. Regardless of the scandal that ended his career, I've always remembered hin fondly.
He seemed to emit a cosy, beige, 70s warmth. To me, at least!
Comedian Bobby Ball aged 76
that's a damn shame - he got the Covids I understand. I adored Cannon & Ball as a kid, and saw 'em on Blackpool Pier back in the early 80s.
Aye, I saw him there too. He did the face-pulling, "he's lookin' at me funny, Tommy," routine to the guy sat right next to me.
All seems like another life, now.
James Bond actor Sir Sean Connery dies aged 90 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54761824
Oh, how tragic. What a legacy and not just the Bond films but some others like The Untouchables and even bizarre near experimental movies like Zardoz. We won't see his like again, one of the last amongst the working-class actors who made a career in the movies.
Not many will leave such a fine acting legacy. RIP Sean Connery.
RIP Sean Connery. Sad news
Terribly sad news about Sean Connery. He had many fine roles and will be greatly missed. RIP.
I read in Empire years ago that the reason Connery got the part of Bond was to do with how he walked away from the first audition - they were watching him out of the window, and he walked like a jaguar, apparently. They wanted that predatory cool.
Martin McKenna, illustrator of Warhammer, Dagon and other titles too numerous to mention has died.
https://johnnyalucard.com/2020/11/01/martin-mckenna-1969-2020/
That's a real shame. I loved his work on the Fighting Fantasy books, he was fantastic.
Quote from: Richard on 01 November, 2020, 03:43:15 PM
That's a real shame. I loved his work on the Fighting Fantasy books, he was fantastic.
Hear, hear. Played through his Legend of the Shadow Warriors for the first time during Lockdown 1.0, very atmospheric. He originally made an impression on me with his portrait stuff for Call of Cthulhu, though. RIP.
Legendary Foreign Correspondent of The Independent Rober Fisk has died. A committed pacifist he was renown for his investigations of Middle Eastern politics and conflicts but had done a stint in Northern Ireland with the Times.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-54774539
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54797823
John Sessions. Died yesterday at him home.
I'm personally gutted. A brilliant, brilliant man.
Yes, he was a brilliant comedian and a great actor. I'm a bit shocked at his departure. At the age of 67, that seems far too young to leave this world behind.
Although I wasn't a huge fan of his work, his part in The New Statesman was absolutely fantastic.
https://youtu.be/qNlb3IG_GJk
He auditioned for The Doctor?!
Great stuff.
Geoffrey Palmer of Butterflies and Reginald Perrin fame has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54838209?
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 06 November, 2020, 01:45:52 PM
Geoffrey Palmer of Butterflies and Reginald Perrin fame has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54838209?
That's a shame. I really enjoyed his work and thought he was very good. RIP.
Bit of a cock-up on the mortality front.
50% man, 50% bloodhound, 100% talent
Alex Trebek, Canadian host of US game show 'Jeopardy' from cancer at the age of 80.
RiP isn't quite the right word for it, but Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper has died, aged 74 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-54874713).
Who? A fucking nobody whose name should be forgotten.
Definitely not an RIP in his case. Some people are better removed from this earth.
A minute's silence for the dearly departed COVID-19 specks that sacrificed themselves for the greater good.
I hadn't realised it was the virus that finished him off. Some Coronavirus deaths are less tragic than others.
Maybe RiP for his victims (in lieu of a 'Rot in Hell' thread for him and others like him).
As has been said, remember and publicise the victims and their families, relegate him to a nothing, a phantom mention at end of every article written from here till eternity.
Des O'connor, aged 88.
Quote from: JamesC on 15 November, 2020, 10:24:33 AM
Des O'Connor, aged 88.
Blimey, poor old Des O'Connor. After a fall at his home apparently. His interview with comedian Stan Boardman contains the infamous Fokker Wolf joke, and of course, he was forever ridiculed by Eric Morecombe and Ernie Wise in their shows. Des must be one of the best-known performers the British entertainment scene ever produced an all-round entertainer.
https://news.sky.com/story/des-oconnor-dies-aged-88-12132988?fbclid=IwAR2QogGMOH7A8aZtPDP-7sJ8vTEeA5QlXYcUkOd5TCtvw0tGOqMngPO20vY
Liverpool Goalkeeping legend Ray Clemence has died.
https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/ray-clemence-death-liverpool-england-b1723252.html?utm_content=Echobox&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwAR1DXlpYml69yR2K2ayTvj91Bx55iNGv0jrX7-vsUvrSmJlNSN2R7zqospE#Echobox=1605454071
Oh no very sad about Ray Clemence - my LFC keeper. Much like Tom Baker is the best Doctor, ray Clemence leads a long line of very good (and a few dodgy) keepers. I used to love the way England managers could never decide between him and Peter Shilton and decided in the end just to alternate them - or so it seemed to youthful YNWA.
From what I've heard a very, very nice man as well.
YNWA Ray.
'Scottish' and Agentinian football legend Maradona aged 60.
filippo
Maradonna, like Pele, Croyfe and Ronaldo, for all his faults, made the beautiful game beautiful to watch. He was one of those sports personality who transcended into a world star, which takes that almost improbable odds of talent, personality and luck. Maradonna had serious drug and health problems, but he'll always be remembered as that wizard on the pitch outpacing everyone around him despite 'The Hand of God' moment.
Daria Nicolodi, star of various Dario Argento films has died.
https://variety.com/2020/film/obituaries-people-news/daria-nicolodi-dead-dario-asia-argento-1234840842/
Darth Vader/The Green Cross Code Man - Dave Prowse dies aged 85.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55117704
Quote from: NapalmKev on 29 November, 2020, 06:36:31 AM
Darth Vader/The Green Cross Code Man - Dave Prowse dies aged 85.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55117704
Oh that is a shame. Sounds like a good life he squeezed the most out of from the little I know.
Crap news.
2020 just keeps on trucking, don't it? :'(
I think David Prowse helped create one of the most memorable characters in cinema history and was a stalwart of many TV and film productions including several Hammer Horror movies. A tragedy he's gone of course, but the Force was with him when he donned the famous Vader suit, and mask.
Ah Dave. One of the first who made me realise that the people who profit from my favourite fantasies need to do better by the people who make them. A giant of a man, and an icon.
Ah feck. I didn't know much about the guy, but he was Darth freaking Vader. May the force be with you, Dave.
RIP Dave Prowse.
Dead?
No.
He's become more powerful than you can possibly imagine...
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 29 November, 2020, 02:52:38 PM
Dead?
No.
He's become more powerful than you can possibly imagine...
Bravo, my good Sir!!
Also...
RIP to one of the actors behind one of the most iconic villains in cinematic history. You will be heartbreakingly missed by millions of fans, the world over!!
RIP, David Prowse. Thank you for making my childhood more interesting than it had a right to be.
I'm putting a somewhat personal one in here: Adam Banks. Most of you wouldn't have known him, but this editor and designer was the creative driver behind two eras of MacUser magazine, including its final (and superb) incarnation. He was a gentle, brilliant man, eager to find new ways to be creative and to help organisations and individuals thrive, most notably in his beloved north east. He was my favourite editor and a friend. Taken from us far too soon, given that he was only in his 50s.
RIP, Adam.
Sorry to hear that, IndigoPrime.
Jesus, that's no age at all!! You have my deepest condolences IndigoPrime
Actor David Prowse, who played Darth Vader in the first Star Wars trilogy, died of complications from Covid-19, his daughter has told UK newspapers. Prowse died Saturday at the age of 85, though a cause of death was not specified by his manager at that time.
In an interview with UK's The Sun, Prowse daughter Rachel confirmed that her father, who suffered from Alzheimer's, had been hospitalized for the last two weeks with Covid. Confirming the cause of death, Rachel Prowse said, "It's horrible that Covid restrictions meant we did not get to see him and say goodbye. But when we went to collect his stuff from the hospital the nurse said what a cool guy he was. He was such a larger-than-life character. He would have loved to see himself trending on Twitter."
https://deadline.com/2020/11/david-prowse-darth-vader-covid-coronavirus-cause-of-death-star-wars-1234623134/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 29 November, 2020, 08:48:29 PM
Jesus, that's no age at all!! You have my deepest condolences IndigoPrime
I found out today he'd have been 52 next week. That's just far too young.
Sorry to hear it, IP.
My condolences, I.P.
That's terrible, Indigo Prime, my condolences. No age at all.
SBT
My condolences IP.
Legenday science fiction author, Ben Bova from complications due to covid-19.
https://www.tor.com/2020/11/30/legendary-science-fiction-author-ben-bova-has-passed-at-the-age-of-88/comment-page-1/ (https://www.tor.com/2020/11/30/legendary-science-fiction-author-ben-bova-has-passed-at-the-age-of-88/comment-page-1/)
Also, condolences IP.
Oh hell no... :'(
Really sorry about your friend, IP, that's horribly young. I was a devotee of MacUser in happier times, although don't know if this coincided with his tenure. I can see an unstable little tower of early 2000/2010s MacUser (and Mac Format, I suspect) cover disks from where I sit, the end result of successive culls in which I could never quite convince myself that I wouldn't need some font or PowerPC applet again.
Hugh Keays-Byrne, who portrayed Toecutter, the central antagonist of 1979's MAD MAX *and* Immortan Joe, the central antagonist 2015's MAD MAX: FURY ROAD, has passed away at age 73.
Ah that's sad. He gave us two of the most memorable bad guys in cinema, in the same franchise.
Ah man. I only rewatched Fury Road last week. That's sad.
Quote from: TordelBack on 02 December, 2020, 08:18:04 PM
Ah that's sad. He gave us two of the most memorable bad guys in cinema, in the same franchise.
Yes, he played them both as monsters with little if any redeeming features. Very sad news I'll watch Mad Max again with a heavy heart.
hell, I never knew it was the same guy
Oh that is sad. First we lose David Prowse, now Hugh Keays-Byrne. The great movie villains depart.
Sad news about Keays-Byrne.
Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, 'modernist' French president 1974 to 1981, died aged 94
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/valery-giscard-destaing-death-former-french-president-dies-aged-94/ar-BB1bzEXF?ocid=U452DHP&li=BBoPWjQ
Star of Contact and Goldeneye, The Arecibo Observatory has collapsed and effectively been destroyed (https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/2020/12/arecibo-radio-telescope-in-puerto-rico-collapses/?cmpid=org=ngp::mc=social::src=twitter::cmp=editorial::add=tw20201201env-arecibocollapses::rid=&sf240603584=1), scuppering any lingering hopes that it might have escaped being decommissioned.
I saw some vid from a boffin who thought it had to be shut down anyway, as it wasn't actually that great for stargazing and seemed to have been designed more to monitor activity in Earth's atmosphere - and before anyone goes thinking "for aliens!", the scuttlebutt was that it was simply better-suited to tracking ICBMs (which over time have became less of a security concern) and the observatory stuff was more of a side-hustle. If nothing else, it's nice that it leaves behind this conspiracy theory so we can continue to speculate. And sure the billionaires own space now anyway.
Footage of the collapse. (https://twitter.com/DavidBegnaud/status/1334550223486652417)
Collapsed my ass! It was one of the few receivers that could show how 5G was distributing coronavirus.
I'm amazed it took Soros and Clinton so long to destroy it. Wake up sheeple! Do your own research!
Look, no Arecibo increases the chances that we'll have no notice of the One That Finally Gets Us, so that's fine by me. The only thing worse than being wiped out in a cosmic collision would be the preceding months of reading the Fake-Meteor truthers on Twitter while Elon Musk is on every channel boasting about his (doomed) Self-drive Intercept mission, even as he secretly fills his Mars Getaway Dragon with supermodels.
If the series finale has to be fiery death, at least now there'll be No Spoilers.
We know from a few stories that have run in 2000AD that if something is heading towards us which will cause our certain destruction (be it a sov-cit missile or a meteor) then humanity will have no other choice than to form a conga line and do a song and dance (witness the Apocalypso (https://sheridanwilde.wordpress.com/2020/04/06/2000ad-prog-249-your-gateway-to-the-future-menace-of-the-dream-weavers-thrill-power-peaks-in-rogue-trooper/) and that bit from the Strontium Dog time travel story (https://sheridanwilde.wordpress.com/2020/02/03/2000ad-prog-188-aaaaaaaahhh-the-tide-of-terror-that-swept-the-galaxy-continues-in-return-to-armageddon/)).
Well they were debating whether to fund a refurbishment or close it ... sounds like all those listed buildings bought by developers that mysteriously go on fire when people start campaigning to restore them. Has anyone checked their insurance?
Quote from: Professor Bear on 03 December, 2020, 06:14:05 PMthe scuttlebutt was that it was simply better-suited to tracking ICBMs (which over time have became less of a security concern) and the observatory stuff was more of a side-hustle. [/url]
Saw a talk about history of Jodrell Bank at Blue Dot festival last year - apparently radio astronomy was sneered at by 'proper' astronomers, while the military/engineering types thought using the tech to look at distant galaxies was frivolous, and Lovell just couldn't get the funding. Then the Russians launched Sputnik and he casually mentioned to a govt minister "oh yes we'd be able to track that. Or anything else someone puts in orbit" ... wallets opened and Jodrell Bank was built.
Actor Hugh Keays-Byrne aged 73 Toe Cutter in the original Mad Max film and Immortan Joe in Mad Max Fury Road
Quote from: Dandontdare on 04 December, 2020, 06:40:52 PMSaw a talk about history of Jodrell Bank at Blue Dot festival last year - apparently radio astronomy was sneered at by 'proper' astronomers, while the military/engineering types thought using the tech to look at distant galaxies was frivolous, and Lovell just couldn't get the funding. Then the Russians launched Sputnik and he casually mentioned to a govt minister "oh yes we'd be able to track that. Or anything else someone puts in orbit" ... wallets opened and Jodrell Bank was built.
Professor Simon Holland seems to know his science onions pretty good, but his more detailed explanation for the Arecibo Observatory's primary cold war-era function (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-UWLfGw268)* sounds like bampottery of the first order. Of course, given what we know about the daft shit that the superpowers were bankrolling back then,
this doesn't actually mean he's wrong.* TLDR version: an attempt to create a radioactive belt above the Earth, on the offchance it disrupted vehicle and/or missile traffic.
The first supersonic man Chuck Yeager has passed away at 97. He certainly had the right stuff.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/dec/08/chuck-yeager-dead-pilot-first-to-break-sound-barrier-dies-death-aged-97 (https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/dec/08/chuck-yeager-dead-pilot-first-to-break-sound-barrier-dies-death-aged-97)
Dang. Right Stuff is a heckuva good book and movie.
Not sure how many (if any) others this will mean anything to, but founder of the world's longest-running Goth (and dark alternative) club died last night.
RiP Mak.
Richard Corben, 80. Best known for Meatloaf's Bat out of Hell record cover, and a long comics career. If only he'd managed to sneak in a little work for Tharg!
Corben - absolute legend.
Yes, he would've been an interesting addition to the 2000ad creator roster!
Tragic news as Richard Corben is one of the geniuses of modern painted comic art, particularly in Heavy Metal Magazine. Awful news, just more conformation how shite the year 2020 is.
Barbara Winsdor
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55269649
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 11 December, 2020, 12:47:20 AM
Barbara Winsdor
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55269649
Ah, that's an awful shame. A proper British icon.
Tiny Lister, aged just 62.
Terrified me as a kid in his short awful run in WWF, and used to love spotting him in fims throughout the years. I'll be watching underrated Dolph classic Men of War later (also featuring the late great Trevor Goddard) and raising a glass.
Quote from: sheridan on 10 December, 2020, 03:38:21 PM
Not sure how many (if any) others this will mean anything to, but founder of the world's longest-running Goth (and dark alternative) club died last night.
RiP Mak.
I'm absolutely gutted. Trips down to Slimelight were such a huge part of my 20s. Discovered so much awesome music and met so many brilliant people in that scummy warehouse. I didn't know Mak personally but like so many on "the scene" he had a huge impact on my life. He will be sorely missed. I'm sure he's kicking up a storm at the afterparty. :'(
Quote from: sintec on 11 December, 2020, 09:21:48 AM
Quote from: sheridan on 10 December, 2020, 03:38:21 PM
Not sure how many (if any) others this will mean anything to, but founder of the world's longest-running Goth (and dark alternative) club died last night.
RiP Mak.
I'm absolutely gutted. Trips down to Slimelight were such a huge part of my 20s. Discovered so much awesome music and met so many brilliant people in that scummy warehouse. I didn't know Mak personally but like so many on "the scene" he had a huge impact on my life. He will be sorely missed. I'm sure he's kicking up a storm at the afterparty. :'(
Oh, just realised I didn't actually mention the name of the nightclub - it is indeed Slimelight.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 11 December, 2020, 12:47:20 AM
Barbara Winsdor
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55269649
My better half was quite upset about this news this morning, which I took to be related to a long period of Eastenders-watching in the late 90s/early 2000s. Turns out, it actually dates to the Carry On movies, of which she then revealed a hitherto-unsuspected near-encyclopedic knowledge. Now I'd have been a casual fan myself as a kid, especially of Hattie Jacques, Kenneth Williams, and the saucier Babs elements (or at least the bits that made it to Irish telly) but I had no idea of the level of her interest.
33 years I've known this woman, and it takes the sad passing of Barbara Windsor to bring this to light. Funny things, people. RIP, Babs.
Quote from: Barrington Boots on 11 December, 2020, 09:08:19 AM
Tiny Lister, aged just 62.
Terrified me as a kid in his short awful run in WWF, and used to love spotting him in fims throughout the years. I'll be watching underrated Dolph classic Men of War later (also featuring the late great Trevor Goddard) and raising a glass.
Men of War is a total classic.
RIP, Tiny.
Quote from: TordelBack on 11 December, 2020, 10:41:05 AM
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 11 December, 2020, 12:47:20 AM
Barbara Winsdor
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55269649
My better half was quite upset about this news this morning, which I took to be related to a long period of Eastenders-watching in the late 90s/early 2000s. Turns out, it actually dates to the Carry On movies, of which she then revealed a hitherto-unsuspected near-encyclopedic knowledge. Now I'd have been a casual fan myself as a kid, especially of Hattie Jacques, Kenneth Williams, and the saucier Babs elements (or at least the bits that made it to Irish telly) but I had no idea of the level of her interest.
33 years I've known this woman, and it takes the sad passing of Barbara Windsor to bring this to light. Funny things, people. RIP, Babs.
That's mad, that is. Anyone remember Judge Bristol and her antics? Definitely one for the 'how did they get away with that' file.
Quote from: karlos on 10 December, 2020, 06:30:36 PM
Corben - absolute legend.
Yes, he would've been an interesting addition to the 2000ad creator roster!
A nice tribute to Corben: https://downthetubes.net/?p=123668 (https://downthetubes.net/?p=123668)
RIP Richard Corben.
I have always been a huge fan of his singular work.
No idea he was 80 years old. He was still producing high quality stuff up to this year.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 11 December, 2020, 12:47:20 AM
Barbara Winsdor
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55269649
That's sad news. I recently saw the episode of Dad's Army she was in and I remembered she was having trouble. RIP.
John le Carré (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55297558), writer, 89.
Quote from: sheridan on 14 December, 2020, 09:07:14 AM
John le Carré (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55297558), writer, 89.
Graham Greene said he believed Le Carre's
The Spy Who Came In From The Cold was the best spy stories he'd ever read and I'd probably agree with him there. Le Carre was a spy himself, of course, and knew the in's and out's of fieldcraft which led to such seeming authenticity in his works. A great lost to Literature.
Gerard Houllier, former Liverpool manager.
I know a lot of people on here aren't into football, but others are.
A true gent.
Quote from: Magnetica on 14 December, 2020, 11:09:38 AM
Gerard Houllier, former Liverpool manager.
I know a lot of people on here aren't into football, but others are.
A true gent.
Oh no...
Really sad to hear about the passing of Gerard Houllier. By all reports an absolute gentlemen and scholar of the game. While he achieved much an Anfield possibly the the greatest thing he did was make the club realise it had to move into the future, it could no longer live on its past, glorious though that was. Such a change was never going to be easy and he had the gentle courage to see it through as best he could.
Everyone who met him seems to reflect on what an utterly pleasent chap he was.
You'll Never Walk Alone Mr Houllier
Jeremy Bulloch, the actor behind the iconic Boba Fett character, has died.
https://www.starwarsnewsnet.com/2020/12/boba-fett-actor-jeremy-bulloch-passes-away.html
Sad news about Jeremy Bulloch. Had a pleasant chat with him about Robin of Sherwood and Chocky at a con many years ago, he seemed like a very decent gent. I was pleased to see him get a helmetless role in Revenge of the Sith - I have the rather good-likeness action figure right here. RIP.
Sad to hear about Jeremy Bulloch. I obtained his autograph some years ago - and he wrote a very nice note about Ashes Cricket (I'm in Australia).
Here's the status of my autograph collection - most of which are personalised. Very sad to think how many legends have passed in recent times.
(https://i.imgur.com/tpkQizsl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Z3NTsRSl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/iyzVxYyl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/LN0H9Uzl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/onN6LYpl.jpg)
I was thinking along similar lines. Other than Visual FX guy Brian Johnson, I believe Jeremy was the last survivor of the Star Wars people that I've met. A sad thought.
Tim Severin - Adventurer and Explorer, RIP.
https://www.thejournal.ie/tim-severin-dies-aged-80-5305972-Dec2020/
I've only ever met one Star Wars actor. Dave Prowse (whose autograph looks strangely dissimilar to the Darth Vader autograph I have from meeting the Dark Lord of the Sith in a toyshop one time - despite their names both beginning 'Da').
Technically I know somebody who had a non-speaking cameo, but he works in special effects and (from what I can tell) got roped in as an extra in the Canto Casino. He's the guy with sharp sideburns next to the women in white on the Star Wars website page (https://www.starwars.com/databank/canto-casino#:~:text=At%20the%20heart%20of%20Canto%20Bight%20sits%20the%20Canto%20Casino%20and%20Racetrack.&text=Fortunes%20in%20Cantocoins%20are%20won,soaring%20dreams%20and%20crashing%20disappointments.).
Quote from: sheridan on 19 December, 2020, 05:39:53 PM
I've only ever met one Star Wars actor. Dave Prowse (whose autograph looks strangely dissimilar to the Darth Vader autograph I have from meeting the Dark Lord of the Sith in a toyshop one time - despite their names both beginning 'Da').
Technically I know somebody who had a non-speaking cameo, but he works in special effects and (from what I can tell) got roped in as an extra in the Canto Casino. He's the guy with sharp sideburns next to the women in white on the Star Wars website page (https://www.starwars.com/databank/canto-casino#:~:text=At%20the%20heart%20of%20Canto%20Bight%20sits%20the%20Canto%20Casino%20and%20Racetrack.&text=Fortunes%20in%20Cantocoins%20are%20won,soaring%20dreams%20and%20crashing%20disappointments.).
Oh, and a friend of mine has an aunt who appeared in the first Star Wars film (he hasn't seen any of the films and gets them mixed up with Star Trek). She's one of the two women in the Mos Eisley Cantina (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Tonnika_sisters/Legends?file=Tonnika1.jpg).
Quote from: sheridan on 19 December, 2020, 05:47:20 PMOh, and a friend of mine has an aunt who appeared in the first Star Wars film (he hasn't seen any of the films and gets them mixed up with Star Trek). She's one of the two women in the Mos Eisley Cantina (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Tonnika_sisters/Legends?file=Tonnika1.jpg).
Class
Pierre Cardin pioneering French designer aged 98,
My dad
Didn't quite make it out of this shitty year.
Sorry for your loss, DDD. I know from your previous posts that it's been a long illness. Best wishes for you and your family.
Oh no. Condolences DDD, how bloody awful. Hope you and your family are doing as well as can be expected in the circumstances.
SBT
Aw no. I'm so sorry, DDD.
So sorry to hear that DDD, my sincerest sympathies to you and your family.
You have my deepest condolences Dandontdare, RIP!!
My sincerest condolences on your loss, DDD.
Sorry for your lost, DDD
Sorry to hear that Dandontdare. Hope you and you family are doing okay.
So sorry for your loss DDD. Sending love x
Sincere condolences for a deeply trying time DanDon'tDare.
So sorry for your loss, DDD.
Sorry to hear that DDD. It's been a shit year for this sort of thing.
MF Doom also died although oddly it might have been in October but no-one knew. For the uninitiated, he was a rapper but one of the greatest ever. Even people who don't like rap would be able to appreciate how clever his rhyming was.
Sorry for your loss, DDD.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 31 December, 2020, 10:03:05 PM
My dad
Didn't quite make it out of this shitty year.
Never the news you want to hear at anytime. Sympathy to you and yours, Dan.
Very sorry to hear of your loss mate.
Thank you everyone. Threre are plenty more horrible ways to go, and my mum's doing OK. The good wishes from my forum friends have been greatly appreciated
Really sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences.
Ah DDD I'm so sorry my dude. Thoughts with you and your family right now.
Ah Phil, that's awful.
So sorry to read of this.
All the best to you and the rest of your family.
Take care mate
Dave
My condolences. Sorry to hear that.
Mark Eden, aka Alan Bradley in Coronation Street, last Friday (https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/18981552.mark-eden-dead-coronation-street-actor-dies-aged-92/) and today, Gerry Marsden of Gerry And The Pacemakers (https://www.nme.com/news/music/gerry-marsden-of-gerry-and-the-pacemakers-has-died-2847557).
Bond Girl and That '70s Show star Tanya Roberts, 65
Quote from: Dandontdare on 31 December, 2020, 10:03:05 PM
My dad
Didn't quite make it out of this shitty year.
Just seeing this now - so sorry to hear that mate. Best wishes to you and your family.
Guy N Smith, the pulpiest of pulp writers and alleged inspiration for Garth Marenghi passed away on Christmas Eve.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 31 December, 2020, 10:03:05 PM
My dad
Didn't quite make it out of this shitty year.
So sorry to hear this dude.
Likewise—only just spotted your post, DDD. My condolences. I hope you and your family are holding up OK.
Quote from: broodblik on 04 January, 2021, 06:26:21 AM
Bond Girl and That '70s Show star Tanya Roberts, 65
Tanya Roberts, 65, mistakenly announced dead on Sunday.
Quote from: broodblik on 05 January, 2021, 06:01:14 AM
Quote from: broodblik on 04 January, 2021, 06:26:21 AM
Bond Girl and That '70s Show star Tanya Roberts, 65
Tanya Roberts, 65, mistakenly announced dead on Sunday.
And now, unfortunately, reported dead again!!
Albert Roux, 85 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55559343), chef and restaurant owner.
Eric Jerome Dickey, 59 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55556801), novellist and comic writer.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 05 January, 2021, 03:49:33 PM
And now, unfortunately, reported dead again!!
I'm sure that's the name of a film ....
Want to say an Alan Rickman film????
Just reading on Facebook that Steve Lightle has passed away. An absolutely fantastic artist with one heck of a distinctive inking style.
Good Grud, no.
As a fan of 80's LSH he is a massive part of my early reading.
COVID has claimed actor John Richardson, star of Black Sunday and Hammer's She and One Million Years BC
Marion Ramsey of Police Academy and Broadway fame - https://variety.com/2021/film/obituaries-people-news/marion-ramsey-dead-police-academy-1234880853/
Alan Igbon of Scum, The Professionals, The Front Line, GBH, Moving Story, Auf Wiedersehen Pet, Brookside, Coronation Street and Boys From the Blackstuff - https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-alan-igbon-dead-coronation-23270230
Barbara Shelley of Hammer horror and Doctor Who fame - https://news.sky.com/story/barbara-shelley-hammer-horrors-number-one-leading-lady-dies-after-contracting-covid-12179284
Michael Apted, who directed The Coal Miner's Daughter, Gorky Park, Gorillas in the Mist, Bond movie The World is Not Enough, some early episodes of Coronation Street and a TV documentary pioneer - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55597263
Mark Keds (https://www.loudersound.com/news/senseless-things-frontman-mark-keds-dead-at-50) from out of Senseless Things has died at the age of fifty. The band are probably most notable around here for having most of their early record covers done by Jamie Hewlett but they were a lot of fun.
Oh wow I was into the Senseless Things - one of the first bands I was drawn to when I started to raid my brothers record collection because of the Jamie Hewlett covers. Fun band and Mark Keds has passed far too young.
Aw, I'm sorry to hear that. Funny, that grebo scene, of which Deadline was a champion, barely gets a mention these days compared to things like Britpop and obviously grunge. But the Senseless Things, Neds Atomic Dustbin and PWEI were a massive influence on youth culture at the time. R, indeed, IP.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 11 January, 2021, 10:37:53 PM
Aw, I'm sorry to hear that. Funny, that grebo scene, of which Deadline was a champion, barely gets a mention these days compared to things like Britpop and obviously grunge. But the Senseless Things, Neds Atomic Dustbin and PWEI were a massive influence on youth culture at the time. R, indeed, IP.
On a tangent, but to me PWEI were the biggest of the quoted bands (they certainly had enough T-shirts in the town I lived in) but Clint Mansell (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clint_Mansell)'s post-Poppies career certainly takes the limelight.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 11 January, 2021, 10:37:53 PM
But the Senseless Things, Neds Atomic Dustbin and PWEI were a massive influence on youth culture at the time. R, indeed, IP.
Definitely far more a thing for me than Bitpop or grunge ever were. Sad news.
Me too!
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 11 January, 2021, 10:37:53 PM
Aw, I'm sorry to hear that. Funny, that grebo scene, of which Deadline was a champion, barely gets a mention these days compared to things like Britpop and obviously grunge. But the Senseless Things, Neds Atomic Dustbin and PWEI were a massive influence on youth culture at the time. R, indeed, IP.
One of those things that fell between the fashionable cracks of Madchester and grunge I guess. Mega City Four were probably my favourite from that sort of scene. It must be more than ten years since their singer died too.
I'm still bitter about having my Neds T-shirt stolen at the Reading festival.
Quote from: sheridan on 11 January, 2021, 10:59:23 PM
On a tangent, but to me PWEI were the biggest of the quoted bands (they certainly had enough T-shirts in the town I lived in) but Clint Mansell (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clint_Mansell)'s post-Poppies career certainly takes the limelight.
Thats mad, I was a huge fan of PWEI at the time, but completely forgot Clint Mansell was one and the same. His Moon soundtrack is on my go to playlist for work.
Julie Strain, "Queen of the B movies" and ex-wife of Kevin Eastman aged 58
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julie_Strain
Quote from: rogue69 on 13 January, 2021, 10:35:48 AM
Julie Strain, "Queen of the B movies" and ex-wife of Kevin Eastman aged 58
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julie_Strain
So here is another article that says that she is still alive:
https://deadline.com/2020/01/julie-strain-not-dead-prolific-b-movie-actress-and-former-penthouse-pet-1202829829/ (https://deadline.com/2020/01/julie-strain-not-dead-prolific-b-movie-actress-and-former-penthouse-pet-1202829829/)
Quote from: broodblik on 13 January, 2021, 10:49:44 AM
Quote from: rogue69 on 13 January, 2021, 10:35:48 AM
Julie Strain, "Queen of the B movies" and ex-wife of Kevin Eastman aged 58
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julie_Strain
So here is another article that says that she is still alive:
https://deadline.com/2020/01/julie-strain-not-dead-prolific-b-movie-actress-and-former-penthouse-pet-1202829829/ (https://deadline.com/2020/01/julie-strain-not-dead-prolific-b-movie-actress-and-former-penthouse-pet-1202829829/)
...from January 2020.
I only really know her as a walking Bisley painting and the poster girl of Heavy Metal, but it sounds like she had a rough time, and 58 is far too young.
Miserable news about Julia Strain. She had dementia towards the end of her life. https://www.joblo.com/horror-movies/news/rip-julie-strain-b-movie-legend-and-penthouse-pet-has-died-at-58
Magician Siegfried Fischbacher, one half of Siegfried & Roy, aged 81
ALISON BROWN the Retail & Front of House Manager for the comic museum only 37, due to covid
Not a good start to the year, Sylvain Sylvain New York Dolls guitarist aged 69
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2021/jan/15/sylvain-sylvain-guitarist-of-new-york-dolls-dies
Storm Constantine, 64 (https://www.facebook.com/Immanionpress/posts/3507267985987939), author.
Not sure how facebook displays to non-users, so here's the copy and paste:
Quote from: Immation PressIt is with great sorrow that we bring the sad news of the death of our dear friend and founder, the writer and publisher, Storm Constantine. Storm died peacefully on 14th January, after a long illness, with her husband Jim by her side. She was sixty-four years old. Storm was fiercely private in life, so her passing may be a shock to many. She is survived by her husband, her brother and her four beloved cats.
Really sad to hear of Storm's passing. Her work was decades before their time with their gender fluid characters. I remember watching an interview with her back in the 80's. She was from Staffordshire like me and to know, back then, that a local writer could make it was a big confidence boost for me.
Quote from: Heath C Ackley on 16 January, 2021, 02:37:18 PM
Really sad to hear of Storm's passing. Her work was decades before their time with their gender fluid characters. I remember watching an interview with her back in the 80's. She was from Staffordshire like me and to know, back then, that a local writer could make it was a big confidence boost for me.
The Wraethu apparently inspired by the androgyny of the Brum goth scene. Sadly reading up on the publishing house that Storm founded, one of the last new items was a previously unpublished Tanith Lee work.
Which bit of Staffs are you from? I used to live in SoT and have family still in Leek.
Quote from: sheridan on 16 January, 2021, 10:44:57 PM
The Wraethu apparently inspired by the androgyny of the Brum goth scene.
To be fair, both goth and glam rock* have been scenes that blurred the gender boundaries since the 80s. There's been a standing joke at Whitby Gothic Weekend since forever that there are two kinds of toilet at the Spa, female and unisex.
* For values of glam that encompass Hanoi Rocks rather than T-Rex. No disrespect on the 70s glammies, I just don't have any direct experience of that.
Vera Ivers MBE, 89. Or as I knew her, nan. Died yesterday. I held off saying anything here until family members in other timezones had been told - not that I'm expecting any of my family to be reading the 2000ad forum, but, y'know.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 17 January, 2021, 12:09:50 AM
Quote from: sheridan on 16 January, 2021, 10:44:57 PM
The Wraethu apparently inspired by the androgyny of the Brum goth scene.
To be fair, both goth and glam rock* have been scenes that blurred the gender boundaries since the 80s. There's been a standing joke at Whitby Gothic Weekend since forever that there are two kinds of toilet at the Spa, female and unisex.
Slimelight has certainly never enforced any sort of distinction - and the main venues at Wave Gotik Treffen didn't appear to hold much story with gender restrictions last time I went there.
Quote from: sheridan on 17 January, 2021, 12:17:15 AM
Vera Ivers MBE, 89. Or as I knew her, nan. Died yesterday. I held off saying anything here until family members in other timezones had been told - not that I'm expecting any of my family to be reading the 2000ad forum, but, y'know.
Aw, man, really sorry to hear it. A nice old age, 89, but still, I hope you're all coping ok.
Hi Sheridan - big hugs (or socially distanced elbow taps) from me.
Sorry to read of your loss.
Sorry to hear about your loss Sheridan.
I'm in SoT by the way
I just read a little bit on line about your nan and her work for Age Concern, Sheridan. It seems she was quite a lady and someone to admire.
My condolences on your sad loss.
My condolences Sheridan - from the little bit I can read online it seems hers was a life lived well and doing good. Some to be clebrated in these sad times.
My sympathies, Sheridan. Clearly a valued lady.
My condolences on your loss, Sheridan
Deepest condolences, sheridan. Your Nan clearly led a remarkable life to receive such a distinction as an MBE.
Condolences, Sheridan. I hope you and your family are coping with this loss.
You have my deepest condolences Sheridan.
Also, in other news, troubled music producer and convicted murderer, Phil Spector (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-55697979) has just died.
my deepest condolences Sheridan.
Sorry to hear about your loss Sheridan
I'm sorry to hear that Sheridan.
Here is a tribute to Steve Lightle whom died earlier this year:
https://benjaminherman.wordpress.com/2021/01/09/steve-lightle-1959-to-2021/ (https://benjaminherman.wordpress.com/2021/01/09/steve-lightle-1959-to-2021/)
https://benjaminherman.wordpress.com/2021/01/10/the-art-of-steve-lightle/ (https://benjaminherman.wordpress.com/2021/01/10/the-art-of-steve-lightle/)
Actor Mira Furlan of Babylon 5 fame has 'gone down the road where we cannot reach her.' J Michael Straczynski.
https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/mira-furlan-dead-babylon-5-lost-1234890117/?fbclid=IwAR39zCepFGwy3QP1qxqGr_ZfPruDBvrMkGDivwj6hGC2r3vYa2UOPupRtNk
Oh, that's horrible news.
Rest in Peace.
Such awful news. The tragic losses of the B5 cast seem endless.
:(
Terrible news about Mira Furlan. RIP.
Quote from: TordelBack on 22 January, 2021, 12:55:47 PM
Such awful news. The tragic losses of the B5 cast seem endless.
Well, fuck.
Larry King, an Interviewer, has died.
https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2021/jan/23/larry-king-dies-87-hospital-coronavirus
Dan Dare and Thunderbirds comic artist Donald "Don" Harley
https://downthetubes.net/?p=124443&fbclid=IwAR2weBrZxUyw0a2z1nK7E79DCJ4iGkkBzRwsLxlCJ8-G9UuKsXLrALJvqNk
Quote from: sheridan on 17 January, 2021, 12:17:15 AM
Vera Ivers MBE, 89. Or as I knew her, nan. Died yesterday. I held off saying anything here until family members in other timezones had been told - not that I'm expecting any of my family to be reading the 2000ad forum, but, y'know.
Thanks for the condolences, everybody.
As a follow-up, my nan has a few obituaries now.
La Voz del Resident / Age Concern (http://www.lavozdelresident.com/in-memory-of-vera-ivers-1931-2021/)
Guardian (https://www.theguardian.com/society/2021/jan/29/vera-ivers-obituary)
Dustin Diamond (Screech in Saved By the Bell):
https://www.tmz.com/2021/02/01/dustin-diamond-saved-by-the-bell-star-dead-44-stage-4-cancer-screech/?__twitter_impression=true
Hal Holbrook, who often played dubious authority figures in such films as Magnum Force, All The Presidents Men and Capricorn One, has died. Many TV roles as well.
https://variety.com/2021/film/news/hal-holbrook-dead-dies-emmy-tony-winning-actor-mark-twain-1234898102/
Captain Sr Tom Moore:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-55881753
I'm sure Johnson will be along shortly to express how sorry he is about this man dying, forgetting about his previous suggestions the UK should "take it on the chin" and his government's every decision that led to this moment.
Mike Henry of Tarzan fame has swung his last jungle creeper.
https://variety.com/2021/film/news/mike-henry-tarzan-actor-dies-1234900132/?fbclid=IwAR2ja44CHV7Ep-JELRhgnN5qOEbe-kEjM8-nkdBF6-O06Pe5AdVmsPk0lz8
Christopher Plummer.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55954950
Christoper Plumber was one of those actors that elevated any film or play he was in. RIP.
To be... or not to be?
Mary Wilson, co-founder of the Supremes, dies aged 76
Irish Actor Rynagh O'Grady. May she RIP.
https://www.thejournal.ie/rynagh-ogrady-rip-5349631-Feb2021/
Didn't recognise the name, then saw from the photo that she was Mary from the shop. RIP
Science Fiction Author James Gunn (97) Passed Away on 23 December
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/11/books/james-gunn-dead.html (https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/11/books/james-gunn-dead.html)
Oh no - seeing reports that Si Spencer has passed away at only 56 - this is horrible news if correct.
https://bleedingcool.com/comics/comic-book-and-tv-writer-si-spencer-has-died-aged-56/ (https://bleedingcool.com/comics/comic-book-and-tv-writer-si-spencer-has-died-aged-56/)
Sad news about Si Spencer :(
From 2000AD news section on Si Spencer:
https://2000ad.com/news/si-spencer-1961-2021/ (https://2000ad.com/news/si-spencer-1961-2021/)
Quote from: broodblik on 17 February, 2021, 06:28:42 PM
From 2000AD news section on Si Spencer:
https://2000ad.com/news/si-spencer-1961-2021/ (https://2000ad.com/news/si-spencer-1961-2021/)
Thats a wonderful write-up for a great writer. Reading The Returners tonight is going to be a very strange experience.
Thoughts with his friends and family.
Incredibly sad news about Si Spencer. Too young to go. RIP.
Awful news about Si Spencer. A true original, his Masque of the Judge, Death with John McCrea made a big impression on me all that long way back, and it was great to see him make his return to the Meg over the past few years. And of course both halves of the Creep team have now left us far too young. My sincerest sympathies to his family and friends.
So shocked to hear about the passing of So Spencer. He was a great writer. Respects to his family and friends.
Horrible, horrible news.
Rest well, Si.
A great lose, Si Spencer was always a charming person to speak to and always seemed to have time for others
His work on the Dreaming and Hellblazer was some of the best things to come out of DC for a while
Rush Limbaugh, the controversial US radio personality and political commentator, has died aged 70 after suffering from lung cancer.
Quote from: rogue69 on 17 February, 2021, 10:50:20 PM
Rush Limbaugh, the controversial US radio personality and political commentator, has died aged 70 after suffering from lung cancer.
Well that's just typical of the hypocrisy of American Conservatives. He claimed he was pro-life.
Just catching up here. Very sad news about Si Spencer.
Limbaugh - well, it sucks for his family, but I can't say I'll miss him.
that is terrible news about si spencer
I recently reread creep and I enjoyed it a lot more as an older man than i did as a teen sucks that the entire creative team of that strip are gone now
Quote from: rogue69 on 17 February, 2021, 10:50:20 PM
Rush Limbaugh, the controversial US radio personality and political commentator, has died aged 70 after suffering from lung cancer.
Good.
Awful news about Si Spencer. RIP and thank you.
Victor Ambrus, illustrator, at 85. You might not know the name but you'll recognise his work.
Victor Ambrus. I do remember. Dracula and Blackbeard.
RIP him and Si Spencer too.
Saddened to hear of Si Spencer's passing. My condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
Quote from: Dark Jimbo on 18 February, 2021, 01:59:22 PM
Victor Ambrus, illustrator, at 85. You might not know the name but you'll recognise his work.
The best in his field for so long, a master of letting the viewer's imagination fill in the gaps so that what you looked at appeared whole and convincing. (Briefly taught my missus in a past century, although it didn't take). RIP.
Sad news about Si Spencer. I had no idea he was a scriptwriter for TV, but you forget script bots have another life outside 2000AD and The Megezine.
Very sad news about Si Spencer. I don't know anything of his work beyond Tharg's boundaries but that piece on Down the Tubes painted a vivid picture.
Not as unexpected, perhaps, but Lawrence Ferlinghetti (https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/23/obituaries/lawrence-ferlinghetti-dead.html?fbclid=IwAR1g6-meqYLTs5j6y3ovj-eY0eKrBJZJu4TTzlaXEo_OKduqro-ZvQJJm2k) - poet, publisher and enthusiastic promoter of the Beat poets - has died at the ripe old age of 101.
I don't see it mentioned earlier, but the electronic musician/producer/etc SOPHIE (https://thequietus.com/articles/29496-musician-sophie-has-died) died a few weeks ago in an accident. Shockingly young.
One that sneaked past me last month was the death of Remy Julienne, stunt driver and co-ordinator on the Italian Job and various Bond movies, aged 90 from Covid.
Johnny Briggs, Coronation Street legend who played Mike Baldwin aged 85
Footballer and Commentator Iain St John has left the field for the final dressing room.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/56250355
The great Bunny Wailer has gone to Jah
LG Petrov, frontman of Entombed.
Knew this was likely after his cancer diagnosis, but still horrible news.
Farewell and thank you!
https://www.dutchnews.nl/news/2021/03/dutch-inventor-of-the-audio-cassette-tape-dies-aged-94/
Cliff Simon, Ba'al in Stargate SG-1, dead at 58 (https://deadline.com/2021/03/cliff-simon-dies-actor-who-played-baal-on-stargate-sg-1-1234712953/)
The great Murray Walker motor sport legend aged 97
Yaphet Kotto, who starred in Alien and was a memorable James Bond Villain, has exited stage left.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/yaphet-kotto-death-alien-live-and-let-die-b1817701.html
Aw man.
RIP Yaphet.
Oh that sucks.
Sad news about Yaphet Kotto. I just watched Alien on the weekend again. RIP.
He was also in Homicide: Life on the Street. Loved that show.
Quote from: Richard on 16 March, 2021, 10:49:27 PM
He was also in Homicide: Life on the Street. Loved that show.
That was the first thing I thought of too, great show, like Hill St Blues with balls. I'd forgotten he was Parker, and Mr Big too.
Henry Darrow, who played Manolito in the High Chapperal and appeared in Star Trek, died.
https://www.latimes.com/obituaries/story/2021-03-19/henry-darrow-high-chaparral-actor-zorro-latinos-dies
George Segal, a wonderful actor who starred in many Movie and TV roles, has taken his final curtain.
https://variety.com/2021/film/news/george-segal-dead-goldbergs-whos-afraid-of-virginia-woolf-1234936852/
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 24 March, 2021, 08:54:45 AM
George Segal, a wonderful actor who starred in many Movie and TV roles, has taken his final curtain.
https://variety.com/2021/film/news/george-segal-dead-goldbergs-whos-afraid-of-virginia-woolf-1234936852/
🙁 love his bit parts in the Goldberg's
The great Jessica Walter. Archer's mum, also from Arrested Development.
cartoonist and illustrator Rod McKie aged 46 best known for his work for Punch and Buster
https://downthetubes.net/?p=125806&fbclid=IwAR3cE8ZrGnaMzqV80RTBsmyo6OBbkSrZsGwsVYJDuU2ysx67I7Nb9Vc2eXc
Quote from: rogue69 on 30 March, 2021, 03:42:54 PM
cartoonist and illustrator Rod McKie aged 46 best known for his work for Punch and Buster
https://downthetubes.net/?p=125806&fbclid=IwAR3cE8ZrGnaMzqV80RTBsmyo6OBbkSrZsGwsVYJDuU2ysx67I7Nb9Vc2eXc
His partner of 46 years announced the death, it doesn't say how old Rod was.
Doreen Lofthouse, 91 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-56587841) - person behind the growth of Fisherman's Friend from something used by fishermen (for a century) to something the rest of us have heard of.
Prince Philip, husband to the Queen of England
Well, there'll be sod all on telly this weekend now ...
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 09 April, 2021, 12:09:35 PM
Prince Philip, husband to the Queen of England
Would be wonderful to believe this was one step closer to the final death of the British monarchy as an institution and an idea but that seems unlikely.
Well, Newsthump is reporting in their characteristic style:
https://newsthump.com/2021/04/09/prince-charles-in-foul-mood-after-wrong-parent-dies/
TBH I'm watching myself really carefully when I visit that sight. Dropping in after a brief perusal of the Mail and the Express, it actually took me a few minutes to realise that the article about pre-reporting Yodel assignments as 'undelivered' was a spoof. My satire detector is now well and truly shot! :-\
Someone must have found his phylactery.
Apparently Fox News already linking it to Harry and Meghan...
... funny you should mention that ...
https://newsthump.com/2021/04/09/frantic-daily-mail-desperately-searching-for-way-to-blame-prince-philips-death-on-meghan-markle/
Quote from: Tjm86 on 09 April, 2021, 12:26:50 PM
Well, there'll be sod all on telly this weekend now ...
Radio 6 Music even stopped playing music... I mean come on the clue is in your name!
Oh man, I rather liked him as Davros in the revived era.
... and of course there's this one from the Rochdale Herald. Few years back but still ....
https://rochdaleherald.co.uk/2017/05/04/prince-philip-deemed-fit-to-work-after-atos-work-capability-assessment/
... or if you want a real chuckle, the Express is frothing at the bit over Corbyn's tweet about elections in South America and the fact that Channel 4 is doing exactly the same as they did when Diana carked it .... absolutely adamus cum flabello dulci ...
I've heard Channel 4 has a policy of not including celeb tabloid fodder and gossip in their news coverage, and unofficially, the royals fall into that category.
Not trying to be morbid, but Liz may not last much longer now. It'll be weird not having her around.
Now, if I was trying to be morbid I would suggest Aul' Phil kicked it a while ago, they just put off announcing it until new evidence about his sweatless creep of a son needed to be buried.
Assuming you all in alternate universe:
(https://i.imgur.com/X0e2lpC.png)
Quote from: Mister Pops on 09 April, 2021, 05:21:39 PM
Now, if I was trying to be morbid I would suggest Aul' Phil kicked it a while ago, they just put off announcing it until new evidence about his sweatless creep of a son needed to be buried.
Don't forget that George V was euthanized to make sure his death made the morning papers, as opposed to the evening press...
Whilst I admit I'm not going to miss him, him and Liz were married for over 70 years - this must be horrible for her. I genuinely hope she's ok.
Quote from: Woolly on 10 April, 2021, 03:54:12 PM
Whilst I admit I'm not going to miss him, him and Liz were married for over 70 years - this must be horrible for her. I genuinely hope she's ok.
That's basically how I feel about it. I personally would like to see the concept of monarchy consigned to the dustbin of history, she seems quite a decent sort, that queen of yours, and it's sad to see someone lose a spouse.
Yeah, stuff the monarchy and all that. She's still human, and right now my heart goes out to her.
It feels at times like she and Philip did try to make an effort to bring some humility to what is so anachronistic. At the end of the day you're absolutely right about a degree of respect.
Quote from: Woolly on 10 April, 2021, 05:05:36 PM
She's still human...
Unless David Icke is right.
But Yeah, no idea how I would cope with loss of someone who I've loved for 70 years.
Richard Rush, Film Director, goes to meet the Big Producer upstairs.
https://variety.com/2021/film/news/richard-rush-dead-stunt-man-1234949534/?fbclid=IwAR1GIhr5Yr2Qs5jOR4vompWOGvHXSnOrLiJGcgTvH-iSyP1KtwYsZV5LZ6E
Helen McCrory, 52 (https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/helen-mccrory-movies-shows-roles-b1832819.html), actor (Skyfall, Peaky Blinders, Harry Potter)
Jim Steinman, 73 (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2021/apr/20/jim-steinman-dies-hitmaker-meat-loaf-celine-dion), songwriter and record producer.
Bat Out of Hell, Footloose, This Corrosion/Mother Russia, etc.
Blimey, what an evergreen record he made with Bat Out Of Hell. Sorry to hear of his end; Jim Steinman's legacy in song [and sonic] history is assured ever after.
Quote from: sheridan on 21 April, 2021, 12:07:42 AM
Jim Steinman, 73 (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2021/apr/20/jim-steinman-dies-hitmaker-meat-loaf-celine-dion), songwriter and record producer.
Bat Out of Hell, Footloose, This Corrosion/Mother Russia, etc.
Blinking heck, I'd never have guessed there was such a close connection between the Sisters of Mercy and Bonnie Tyler. While my goth credentials don't come close to the likes of the boy Campbell there, I love This Corrosion and how it bleeds gracefully into Mother Russia.
Apparently he pitched a Joker story to DC/Vertigo, according to Twitter, but no details
There was also a Batman : The Musical idea being floated (some demos here):
https://jimsteinman.com/dreampol.htm
Bay City Rollers singer Les McKeown, aged 65
Michael Collins, 90 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-56921562), astronaut.
Olympia Dukakis. The obits will focus on Moonstruck and Steel Magnolias, but she'll always be Mrs Madrigal to me
Immensely talented comic book artist Tommy Paul Leon after a long battle with cancer.
A GoFund Me has been set up for those who want to contribute towards a trust fund for his 17 year old daughter.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/john-paul-leon-family-memorial?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet&fbclid=IwAR14A4V-b2gcrCIGPlTUBHKjhpuhmMcmevgg57Wwym154YloSCpNuWjGrbM (https://www.gofundme.com/f/john-paul-leon-family-memorial?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet&fbclid=IwAR14A4V-b2gcrCIGPlTUBHKjhpuhmMcmevgg57Wwym154YloSCpNuWjGrbM)
RIP John Paul Leon, far too young.
Enjoyed his work over the years, in particular The Further Adventures of Cyclops and Phoenix.
Damn, that's terrible news. Another amazing talent is gone.
Jesus I can't believe I got the name wrong there - so sorry as others have said John Paul Leon. So disrespectful of me and I'm very sorry.
My only excuse was Tommy Lee Edwards started that GoFund me - but still.
Quote from: Colin YNWA on 03 May, 2021, 01:06:28 PM
Jesus I can't believe I got the name wrong there - so sorry as others have said John Paul Leon. So disrespectful of me and I'm very sorry.
My only excuse was Tommy Lee Edwards started that GoFund me - but still.
Hardly disrespectful - just a minor mistake.
Hearing Richard Halliwell, the designer of Warhamer, Space Hulk, Dark Future and of course Block Mania, among others, has passed away.
A big chunk of my formative years was influenced by his work. Sad times.
tweet from fellow gaming luminary Graeme Davis (https://twitter.com/GraemeJDavis/status/1389257283918434306)
Quote from: Graeme-DavisRichard Halliwell is no longer with us. One of #Warhammer's creators, plus #SpaceHulk, #DarkFuture, and more.
To say Hal was a personality is an understatement. I think of him as the British games industry's very own Crazy Diamond. Shine on, Hal.
Behind the times, but Anita Lane (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2021/apr/28/anita-lane-singer-songwriter-who-collaborated-with-nick-cave-dies) died last week. Best known for colloborations with Nick Cave and assorted Bad Seeds, you can also give her own records a listen.
Billy Hayes 'Witchiepoo' in the Pufnstuf TV series has met her Waterloo. It was the most bonkers TV series ever made and only lasted a season.
https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/billie-hayes-dead-dies-witchiepoo-hr-pufnstuf-1234965739/?fbclid=IwAR2UzEwFlu4d18C-88P5eKoYeO-I7mZuzLoB91ZtvJRgezTq2HUgMa7ygQk
Nick (https://www.essexlive.news/news/essex-news/essex-levis-model-nick-kamen-5377604) Kamen (https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/music/nick-kamens-partner-reveals-his-cause-of-death-in-touching-tribute-to-inspiring-former-singer/ar-BB1gsz3Q), 59 - jeans advert actor and singer. Cancer.
I saw this post in FB group 2000ad tat and chat.
David Evans, aka Bolt-01 of Future Quake fame passed away.
RIP
Thread for Dave here: https://forums.2000ad.com/index.php?topic=47560.0;topicseen
Really sad news.
Charles Grodin, a fantastic laconic actor, will be droll no more.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/charles-grodin-deliciously-droll-actor-dies-at-86-1234955192/
Stunt Performer Roy Scammel, one of three performers in the original Alien movie, has died.
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/2021/05/20/roy-scammell-alien-stuntman-and-suit-performer-dies-age-88/?fbclid=IwAR0W4fq17eUOTWE2eU-r86qYMxHTznS16s-D7_4cp-gRf9JU_E9d8Dw4Dbg
Kentaro Miura, writer and artist of Berserk (amongst other things) has passed away. I guess that's one saga that will never be completed.
https://twitter.com/DarkHorseComics/status/1395245332234002432?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Quote from: sintec on 20 May, 2021, 10:41:12 AM
Kentaro Miura, writer and artist of Berserk (amongst other things) has passed away. I guess that's one saga that will never be completed.
https://twitter.com/DarkHorseComics/status/1395245332234002432?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Absolutely devastating. Berserk has been one of the best comics of any genre, of any corner of the globe, for decades now. An absolute giant of the medium gone way, way too soon. RIP king.
My daughter's parakeet, Elvie, who liked landing on heads, pooping on heads, playing the "catch the finger-snake" game, burbling along to television shows, nibbling our teeth, chatting to her mirror friends and rattling her disco ball.
Barney Curley, an Irish professional gambler, philanthropist behind a charity for impoverished children in Zambia, former trainer, former Jesuit seminarian, failed pub owner, former pop group manager, entrepreneur and the man behind the Yellow Sam betting coup.
Wikipedia has a decent summary of it HERE, (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yellow_Sam_betting_coup) but doesn't get into how almost impossible it would have been to even coordinate such a thing in Ireland in the 70s without mobile phones or the internet. At the same time it would be completely impossible to pull off now because of mobile phones and the internet.
QuoteSince nothing about the coup had been illegal, the bookmakers were forced to pay out the full IR£300,000 (>€1.7m adjusted for inflation). They did, however, pay out the winnings in single notes, filling 108 bags
Max Mosley aged 81 ex-Formula One boss.
QuoteFrom the Eric Carle Team: It is with heavy hearts that we share that Eric Carle, author & illustrator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and many other beloved classics, passed away on 23rd at the age of 91.
Thank you for sharing your talent with generations of young readers.
Staple of my childhood and then my children's childhood.
Freddy Marks aged 71 part of Rainbow's Rod, Jane & Freddy .
Ah, that's a shame. Jeffrey gone and now Freddy. 71 isn't much of an age these days. (My grandad, who I never met, always maintained that 'three score and ten' is a person's lot, and duly died at 70.)
An old saying goes - a good fence lasts for three years, a good dog lasts for three fences, a good horse lasts for three dogs and a good man lasts for three horses.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 28 May, 2021, 06:44:32 PM
An old saying goes - a good fence lasts for three years, a good dog lasts for three fences, a good horse lasts for three dogs and a good man lasts for three horses.
New to me, and quite excellent.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 28 May, 2021, 06:44:32 PM
An old saying goes - a good fence lasts for three years, a good dog lasts for three fences, a good horse lasts for three dogs and a good man lasts for three horses.
My mind truly is in the gutter...
Heh. You dirtbird, you.
Purple Rain actor Clarence Williams III. He was part of The 'Mod Squad', a counterculture Police Show that I must admit I'd never heard of till today.
https://variety.com/2021/film/news/clarence-williams-iii-dead-dies-mod-squad-purple-rain-1234989765/
I dunno about anyone else, but I'd be pissed off if I bought a new fence and it needed replacing after only three years.
Our wee dog turned 15 last month. So on the basis of that saying, he must be a VERY good dog!
Bill actor Ben Roberts dies at 70.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-57417179
Ned Beatty, who starred in many movies but is probably most famous for Deliverance, has died.
https://variety.com/2021/film/news/ned-beatty-dead-dies-deliverance-network-actor-1234995509/
Am I uncultured if I only know Ned from the role as Otis in the Superman films?
I got the say, the only time I watched Deliverance was when I had to stop it with "that" scene with him.
RIP nevertheless.
John McAfee producer of the first commercial anti-virus software, aged 75
Jackie Lane, who played Dodo Chaplet in Doctor Who, at 79.
Quote from: rogue69 on 24 June, 2021, 12:48:58 PM
John McAfee producer of the first commercial anti-virus software, aged 75
Probably more remembered nowadays for his career as a serial rapist and gangland wannabe.
He will not be missed.
Quote from: sheridan on 14 June, 2021, 10:37:56 PM
Am I uncultured if I only know Ned from the role as Otis in the Superman films?
First movie I saw him in.
Tony Selby, Sabalom Glitz in Doctor Who during the eighties:
https://newdeaths.com/2021/06/24/tony-selby-death-obituary-tony-selby-has-died/
Two Who alumni in one week. A mighty shame.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 25 June, 2021, 11:18:15 AM
Two Who alumni in one week. A mighty shame.
Minor Correction - This is Tony Shelby, a BBC Producer and not the notable actor & Dr Who alumni
Gogglebox 'star' Pete McGarry
https://news.sky.com/story/gogglebox-star-pete-mcgarry-has-died-aged-71-12344031
Robert Keppel, a law enforcement officer, detective and associate professor at both the University of New Haven and Sam Houston State University, who was better known for his contributions to the investigations of Ted Bundy and Gary Ridgway, and also assisted in the creation of HITS, the Homicide Investigation Tracking System.
https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/obituaries/bob-keppel-the-cop-who-spent-his-life-chasing-serial-killers-including-ted-bundy-dies-at-76/
Stuart Damon, best known here in the UK for The Champions, has died. He was better known in the US for General Hospital.
https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/stuart-damon-dead-general-hospital-1235007953/
'Merciless War Criminal' and Ex-Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld Dead at 88.
Richard Donner, a brilliant Director responsible for Superman and many other movies, has died.
https://comicbook.com/dc/news/richard-donner-superman-lethal-weapon-goonies-dead-91/?fbclid=IwAR2zPcF1gLtDKshciIwXGFRk6y3s1CZwaGvrxZPJmHdpVKji_rrL1CdHsug
Damned fine age to get to and what a legacy to leave behind!
Donner's films used to be must sees for me. He gave us many hours of great entertainment. RIP.
Huge fan here too, his work left an indelible mark.
Of all his superb films I return to Scrooged most often - I think I have watched it every Christmas for at least 20 years in a row, and a few more sporadically before that.
RIP Dick.
Looking over his filmography was a surprise. He was a far more versatile director than I thought. I had him down as a action/adventure specialist, but he was incredibly successful in a wide range of genres.
DC Comics Artist Robson Rocha aged 41
https://downthetubes.net/?p=128799&fbclid=IwAR3C67L0Pb7c3s8_d1Qd0CVxT5FE-OvjS-0QVXwDUsd-tJkXFgizeayWGm8
That's awful news about Robson Rocha. I hope scientists continue to stick it to COVID-19.
Tom O'Connor, 81 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-57879765) - comedian, game show host.
Bleeding hell, I just found the sad, tragic news about Uncle Dick. May he RIP. And what a filmography! The Omen, Superman, Lethal Weapon, Maverick, Scrooged, Goonies... If only he did LW5.
William F. Nolan, author of Logan's Run died. RIP as well.
https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/william-f-nolan-obituary-dead-1198907/
Mike Mitchell, best known for Gladiator and Braveheart, has died.
https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-mike-mitchell-dead-gladiator-24609111
Jackie Mason, possibly one of the greatest comedians ever, has found the jokes on him.
https://edition.cnn.com/2021/07/24/entertainment/jackie-mason-dead/index.html
Actor John Saxon (Enter the Dragon, Battle Beyond the Stars, Nightmare on Elm Street and more) has died, aged 83.
(File that one under Thought He'd Long Gone)
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 25 July, 2021, 02:21:46 PM
Actor John Saxon (Enter the Dragon, Battle Beyond the Stars, Nightmare on Elm Street and more) has died, aged 83.
(File that one under Thought He'd Long Gone)
Not
long gone, but you are a year late with the news.
Quote from: M.I.K. on 25 July, 2021, 03:20:57 PM
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 25 July, 2021, 02:21:46 PM
Actor John Saxon (Enter the Dragon, Battle Beyond the Stars, Nightmare on Elm Street and more) has died, aged 83.
(File that one under Thought He'd Long Gone)
Not long gone, but you are a year late with the news.
:lol: :lol: :-[
That's what I get for not checking the dates properly when they show on my social media!
Dieter Brummer, an Australian actor known for appearing in the Soap Home And Away, has died.
https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2021/jul/26/dieter-brummer-home-and-away-star-found-dead-at-45
Joey Jordison, drummer and Co-Founder of the band Slipnot, has metalled out his last concert.
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/joey-jordison-slipknot-co-founder-205817349.html
ZZTop bassist Dusty Hill has rocked off this mortal coil on a bad day for Rock N' Roll.
https://variety.com/2021/music/news/zz-top-bassist-dusty-hill-dead-dies-1235029656/
Just saw the news about Dusty Hill. I always enjoyed the music of ZZ Top and his basslines were essential to their sound. RIP.
Aw man that's terrible. ZZ Top we're one of my favourite bands back in the 80s and I recently got back into them, buying all the albums they made since then that I had missed and so they have pretty much been my go to band for the last three months.
Sad news about Dusty. Great bassist, and pretty good occasional vocalist; particularly great duetting on Heard it on the X.
Also 1/3rd of the longest lasting band in the world with the same line up.
http://rockandrollgarage.com/5-old-rock-bands-line-ups-that-are-still-playing-together/ (http://rockandrollgarage.com/5-old-rock-bands-line-ups-that-are-still-playing-together/)
Dennis Thomas, 70 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-58135730), co-founder of Kool & the Gang.
Markie Post, known for Night Court and The Fall Guy, has died from Cancer.
https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/markie-post-dead-70-night-court-actor-1235037007/
Actress Una Stubbs, Aunt Sally in Worzel Gummidge, aged 84
Quote from: rogue69 on 12 August, 2021, 03:59:36 PM
Actress Una Stubbs, Aunt Sally in Worzel Gummidge, aged 84
She had over fifty years in the Entertainment Industry. The last time I saw her was in Sherlock as Mrs Hudson. Very sorry to hear she's taken her final bow.
Pat Hitchcock, an actor in Strangers On A Train and Alfred Hitchcocks, daughter, has died.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/pat-hitchcock-dead-alfred-daughter-1234995917/?fbclid=IwAR1wBI3DOP8khTRCKTUFoDGHtbbS7NTMmXNmq54k4Lm8J_MfGkTmqEkhttM
Comedian Sean Lock, at 58.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-58254859?at_custom3=BBC+News&at_custom2=facebook_page&at_campaign=64&at_custom1=%5Bpost+type%5D&at_custom4=5CC4EB1C-000C-11EC-8E2B-BA023A982C1E&at_medium=custom7&fbclid=IwAR0A0bei-b3Rf6ar7aC7de7z8ESa3lYW1Z_Whh29gwfOgvbG_HI3gaG8iZ0
The former Labour MP Austin Mitchell has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-humber-58257189
Sonny Chiba, famous for his roles in the Street Fighter series of movies, and Kill Bill. Vol. 1 among much, much more. Passed away due to COVID.
RIP.
Sad news about Sonny Chiba. I spent many hours watching his and other films of the genre as a kid. RIP.
Gutted to hear about Sonny Chiba. I also grew up on his films, many happy hours were spent watching him kick guys in the head or give badass looks to the camera.
Jill Murphy, 72 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-58283965), author of The Worst Witch.
Don Everly of the Everly Brothers dies at 84
link here (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-58297621)
Oli Wisdom, 63 (https://www.latestnewssouthafrica.com/2021/08/23/british-goa-and-psy-trance-musician-olli-wisdom-die-at-63/) - vocalist of Specimen, co-founder of The Batcave, also a DJ in Goa.
UB40 sax player and songwriter Brian Travers has died at the age of 62
Charlie Watts, 80 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-58316842), drummer, Rolling Stones
Charlie Watts of the Rolling Stones has drummed his final concert.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-58316842
Character actor Ed Asner of many TV roles, though most famous for Lou Grant, has died.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/ed-asner-dead-lou-gran-1235004802/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR3-
aexONyF5xGqQKkTUrOxUK11vfV_AM2o2YFy8BRXr_hmefMfz2KNzXCc
The Upsetter himself. The great Lee "Scratch" Perry (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2021/aug/29/lee-scratch-perry-obituary). A truly original and innovative artist.
Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding has tragically died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-58456170
Aw man, that's terrible. GIRLS ALOUD were a fantastic pop band (a much maligned genre) and she seemed a good laugh.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 05 September, 2021, 02:26:31 PM
Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding has tragically died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-58456170
Blimey, that's a bit harsh. Only 39 years old.
French New Wave actor Jean-Paul Belmondo has died.
https://variety.com/2021/film/news/jean-paul-belmondo-dead-breathless-1235057198/
Wire actor Michael K Williams.
https://nypost.com/2021/09/06/actor-michael-k-williams-found-dead-in-nyc-apartment/
Maria Mendiola, singer of Yes Sir, I can Boogie.
Norm MacDonald (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAMgT8LuZaw)
:lol:
Quote from: Funt Solo on 15 September, 2021, 03:00:07 AM
Norm MacDonald (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAMgT8LuZaw)
Aw no. Who's going to diss OJ now?
Sir Clive Sinclair, inventor of (among other things) the ZX Spectrum and the concept of the home computer. Comics and computing were my two big things as a kid and really shaped my world.
I feel like Sir Clive needs his own RIP thread.
A huge part of my childhood and I'm sure plenty of yours on here too.
football legend Jimmy Greeves aged 81
John Challis, Boycie in Only Fools and Horses, has died of Cancer, aged 79
That's sad news. He's done a few memorable roles. RIP.
Ah shoot! I loved him In Only Fools and Horses.
RIP man!
Just heard Richard H Kirk one of the founders of Cabaret Voltaire has passed away. Gonna spend my afternoon spinning old Cabs vinyls. Electronic music wouldn't have been the same without him.
https://louderthanwar.com/richard-h-kirk-cabaret-voltaire-rip/
Singer Sarah Dash aged 76, co-founder of Ladelle best known for for the hit Lady Marmalade
Founder and Bass player of Status Quo has rocked off this mortal coil.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/alan-lancaster-death-status-quo-b1927132.html?fbclid=IwAR0TrnRnTlv1e7xWOfsDo0Rj_fT7axgs-DHVxd1sgEaePCWP8LgaqaLYo1g
Roger Hunt: Former Liverpool and England striker aged 83
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/58717157
Just found out that The Men They Couldn't Hang's lead singer Stefan Cush died on 5 February 2021, after suffering a heart attack.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkinSZRV4BU
Cartoonist Lars Vilks has died in a road accident.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-58783998
Fingerbobs Presenter and Musician Rick Jones has died.
https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2021/oct/09/fingerbobs-and-play-school-presenter-rick-jones-dies-aged-84
Was his hippy name yaffey?
Re the theme song, cos as a kid I thought that was his name ?!
Fingerbobs Presenter and Musician Rick Jones has died.
https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2021/oct/09/fingerbobs-and-play-school-presenter-rick-jones-dies-aged-84
Yoffy was his mime artist name
brill, thanks
Actor Granville Adams, of HBO's Oz fame, has died.
https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/granville-adams-dead-oz-1235085856/?fbclid=IwAR25QOznknWJJi-iJ683Jn-_MckpVSm9l7tIbBx6xtTsvvKmNkmmsCKucdc
Conservative MP David Amess stabbed to death in his constituency office.
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politics/tory-mp-david-amess-stabbed-25223692
:-(
David Amess was the MP from my parents neck of the woods. I didn't see eye to eye with him on many subjects but he was passionate about his views and the work he did for the community. Whatever your political views, this is awful.
Shame about David. He was one of the better assets of Conservative party and great animal lover. May his assailant rot in jail.
The composer of Grange Hill, and other works, Alan Hawkshaw, has died.
https://www.itv.com/news/2021-10-17/alan-hawkshaw-composer-of-countdown-and-grange-hill-theme-tunes-dies-aged-84?fbclid=IwAR1dstsIUpR5hsOV-8FfRvMJL7sKIuGk4KJ9XViMvwYRCbBaqrRBYeY5B9w
Brendan Kennelly, Poet.
A lovely, kind, funny and genial man. I had the great pleasure of meeting and chatting with Brendan a good number of times over the years. He will be missed. Rest in Peace, Brendan.
https://poetryarchive.org/poem/poem-from-three-year-old/
https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/books/brendan-kennelly-one-of-country-s-most-popular-poets-dies-aged-85-1.4703009
Former US Secretary Of State Colin Powell has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-33957894
As with David Amess, someone may disagree with his personal politics, but when it comes to the military issues, Colin at least wasn't that bloodthirsty unlike many of his military compatriots. "war should be the last resort".
Quote from: milstar on 18 October, 2021, 01:57:56 PM
As with David Amess, someone may disagree with his personal politics, but when it comes to the military issues, Colin at least wasn't that bloodthirsty unlike many of his military compatriots. "war should be the last resort".
Maybe when he gets to Hell he'll find those weapons of mass destruction that, as part of the Bush administration, he spent years lying about.
Might be worth taking a gander at this first mind ...
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/16/magazine/colin-powell-iraq-war.html
I always remember General De Billiere responding to a question after Op Granby about why the allies didn't follow the Iraqi forces into Iraq after they'd kicked them out of Kuwait. He basically turned around and said that if they had done that then they would have spent the next decade sorting out the mess. Bush and Blair seriously proved him right!
Quote from: GordonR on 18 October, 2021, 04:35:46 PM
Quote from: milstar on 18 October, 2021, 01:57:56 PM
As with David Amess, someone may disagree with his personal politics, but when it comes to the military issues, Colin at least wasn't that bloodthirsty unlike many of his military compatriots. "war should be the last resort".
Maybe when he gets to Hell he'll find those weapons of mass destruction that, as part of the Bush administration, he spent years lying about.
I don't blame him entirely, and it's likely his only mistake in his career. He even acknowledged it afterwards.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2011/9/11/colin-powell-regrets-iraq-war-intelligence
The words 'entirely' and 'likely' are doing a lot of leg work there, huh.
I once said we should have a 'Burn in Hell' thread but honestly it's not worth the energy, let the rats scream on their way down to the River Styx for the long swim ahead.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 18 October, 2021, 05:30:53 PM
The words 'entirely' and 'likely' are doing a lot of leg work there, huh.
I think they are fairly fair.
I remember thinking he wasn't the worst of them back in the Bush years, but let's face it, it was a low bar. They were a bloodthirsty shower of psychopaths, Powell included, and my sympathy is with the thousands whose lives they destroyed over a lie.
QuoteHe even acknowledged it afterwards.
Wow, that's amazing.
Tell me, what actual repercussions did he - or any of the rest of them - suffer for admitting they started an illegal war on knowingly fraudulent grounds?
Does it not bother you in the slightest how fast you come running to defend the powerful?
Plus he pronounced his own name wrong.
Ronnie Tutt Elvis Presley's drummer from 1969 until 1977 has died aged 83.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-58951519
Quote from: GordonR on 18 October, 2021, 10:18:40 PM
QuoteHe even acknowledged it afterwards.
Wow, that's amazing.
Tell me, what actual repercussions did he - or any of the rest of them - suffer for admitting they started an illegal war on knowingly fraudulent grounds?
Does it not bother you in the slightest how fast you come running to defend the powerful?
So what?
A man, including him, can repent and see the error of his ways. I don't see Bush doing the same. Or Clinton. Or Blair for that matter. Powell even endorsed Obama, evidently slashing ties with Republicans.
"American GIs are not toy soldiers to be moved around on some global game board,"
Re. Colin Powell - the piece on Channel 4 News presents the WMD moment as a serious gaffe, where he was set up as the stooge. His defense: he was just following orders*, and regretted his lack of due diligence in fact checking what he was saying.
I'm not saying that makes him a great guy, but it does throw a different light on things. Used by hawks, rather than being a hawk, you might say.
For repercussions, he resigned his position with that government and accepted that his legacy would include being (effectively) a liar whose lies made the case for war.
Still - we should never forget or forgive his mispronunciation of his own name.
*I know.
Quote from: GordonR on 18 October, 2021, 10:18:40 PM
Tell me, what actual repercussions did he - or any of the rest of them - suffer for admitting they started an illegal war on knowingly fraudulent grounds?
Does it not bother you in the slightest how fast you come running to defend the powerful?
Fair point with regard to the consequences. This is perhaps the largest problem with politics now. What are the odds that Johnson, Hancock et al are actually properly held to account over the impact of Covid for instance?
That said, is it completely wrong to want to point out the full picture?
"He admitted he made a mistake."
Same energy:
(https://i.imgur.com/rF1kDl8.jpg)
So minor criticism here is that he helped start a terrible war and should "burn in hell". What does major criticism look like?
Quote from: milstar on 18 October, 2021, 05:02:57 PM
Quote from: GordonR on 18 October, 2021, 04:35:46 PM
Quote from: milstar on 18 October, 2021, 01:57:56 PM
As with David Amess, someone may disagree with his personal politics, but when it comes to the military issues, Colin at least wasn't that bloodthirsty unlike many of his military compatriots. "war should be the last resort".
Maybe when he gets to Hell he'll find those weapons of mass destruction that, as part of the Bush administration, he spent years lying about.
I don't blame him entirely, and it's likely his only mistake in his career. He even acknowledged it afterwards.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2011/9/11/colin-powell-regrets-iraq-war-intelligence
It's worth also pointing out that he participated in the original
cover up investigation into the My Lai massacre.
Quote from: CalHab on 19 October, 2021, 03:26:34 PM
It's worth also pointing out that he participated in the original cover up investigation into the My Lai massacre.
You mean when he was accused for whitewashing?
Quote from: CalHab on 19 October, 2021, 03:26:34 PM
It's worth also pointing out that he participated in the original cover up investigation into the My Lai massacre.
And he was against gay folk serving in the military. On the plus-side: he rescued three comrades from a burning helicopter.
This is now reminding me of a Norm MacDonald joke: "You know, with Hitler: the more I learn about that guy, the more I don't care for him".
Brian Delaney, artist on various DC Thomson and IPC magazines and comics:
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/obituaries/2687229/obituary-brian-delaney-artist-who-illustrated-jackie-magazine/
The Press & Journal obituary (which I can't find a link for) says that he worked for Jackie, Grange Hill, Romeo, Mandy, Diana, Misty, Patches and Buddy,
The Misty story that Brian Delaney did was The Four Faces of Eve:
https://britishcomics.fandom.com/wiki/The_Four_Faces_of_Eve
Camille Saviola: 'Star Trek: Deep Space Nine' and Broadway Actress (https://deadline.com/2021/10/camille-saviola-dead-obituary-star-trek-deep-space-nine-broadway-actor-was-71-1234864824/)
Quote from: CalHab on 28 October, 2021, 01:28:46 PM
The Misty story that Brian Delaney did was The Four Faces of Eve:
https://britishcomics.fandom.com/wiki/The_Four_Faces_of_Eve
Available in one of the Misty collections from The Treasury of British Comics (https://shop.2000ad.com/catalogue/XB553)
Malcolm Dome, 66 (https://www.loudersound.com/news/music-journalist-malcolm-dome-dead-at-66), music journalist, rock author and coiner of the term 'thrash metal'.
Quote from: sheridan on 01 November, 2021, 10:10:32 PM
Malcolm Dome, 66 (https://www.loudersound.com/news/music-journalist-malcolm-dome-dead-at-66), music journalist, rock author and coiner of the term 'thrash metal'.
oh no! I liked him.
Dancer, Choreographer and occasional actor Lionel Blair has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59171576
Veteran Actor William Lucking of many a TV and film has died.
https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/william-lucking-dead-sons-of-anarchy-1235105206/
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 04 November, 2021, 08:42:02 PM
Dancer, Choreographer and occasional actor Lionel Blair has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59171576
Not to mention, "Giver of clues".
British vocalist and founding member of UB40 Terence "Astro" Wilson
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59195024
Actor Clifford Rose who starred in Secret Army as belligerent Nazi Kessler, has died.
https://usdaynews.com/celebrities/celebrity-death/clifford-rose-death-cause/
Dean Stockwell, best known for Quantum Leap but had a formidable acting career, has died.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/dean-stockwell-death-quantum-leap-b1954096.html
He had a fantastically memorable role in Blue Velvet as well.
I literally just watched him in 1984 Dune. Sad news, that.
Goodbye, Mr. Cain.
He was one koji the few actors who practically their whole life were in cinema business. Tragic news.
Sad news about Stockwell. He had a number of memorable roles. RIP.
Andrew Barker 808 State bassist and keyboardist aged 53
https://metro.co.uk/2021/11/07/andrew-barker-dead-808-state-bassist-and-keyboardist-dies-aged-53-15559470/?ico=more_text_links
Quote from: milstar on 09 November, 2021, 01:28:46 PM
Goodbye, Mr. Cain.
He was one koji the few actors who practically their whole life were in cinema business. Tragic news.
Are you sure you've got the right Dean there...?
But yeah, very sad news.
Quote from: rogue69 on 10 November, 2021, 04:52:04 AM
Andrew Barker 808 State bassist and keyboardist aged 53
https://metro.co.uk/2021/11/07/andrew-barker-dead-808-state-bassist-and-keyboardist-dies-aged-53-15559470/?ico=more_text_links
That's a shame. Younger than I imagined too.
I always liked 808 State (my mates call them Bob State because a kid in school made that mistake once and it stuck). Even though I was a goth/punk/metal kid, they were the 'dance' band that had the most edge to them.
808 state are one of those bands that immediately take me back to my post-graduation move to Manchester in '90, they were everywhere that Summer. Can't believe he was younger than me.
Northern Ireland Civil Rights Leader, Austin Currie, dies.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-59228546
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 10 November, 2021, 08:03:55 AM
Quote from: milstar on 09 November, 2021, 01:28:46 PM
Goodbye, Mr. Cain.
He was one koji the few actors who practically their whole life were in cinema business. Tragic news.
Are you sure you've got the right Dean there...?
But yeah, very sad news.
It was perhaps poorly chosen references. Beverly Hills Cop 2 was not one of better Dean's roles.
Dean Stockwell did a really brilliant performance as the villain in the re-boot of Battlestar Galactica.
Quote from: milstar on 10 November, 2021, 12:37:55 PM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 10 November, 2021, 08:03:55 AM
Quote from: milstar on 09 November, 2021, 01:28:46 PM
Goodbye, Mr. Cain.
He was one koji the few actors who practically their whole life were in cinema business. Tragic news.
Are you sure you've got the right Dean there...?
But yeah, very sad news.
It was perhaps poorly chosen references. Beverly Hills Cop 2 was not one of better Dean's roles.
Ah, I see. Thought you'd mixed Dean Stockwell up with Dean Cain - apologies!
Quote from: Richard on 10 November, 2021, 12:55:11 PM
Dean Stockwell did a really brilliant performance as the villain in the re-boot of Battlestar Galactica.
Sad news. In weird timing I finished my re-watch of the noughties BSG last night. It says a lot for him, that amongst a great cast he stood out, despite not having loads of screen time compared to some. He pretty much stole every scene in was in.
FW De Klerk, 85 (https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/nov/11/fw-de-klerk-obituary), former president of South Africa, oversaw end of apartheid, joint 1993 Nobel Prize winner (with Nelson Mandela).
Author Wlibur Smith aged 88
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/celebrity/bestselling-author-wilbur-smith-dies-aged-88/ar-AAQG8qJ?ocid=msedgdhp
Moody Blues drummer Graeme Edge dies age 80
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-59253694
Quote from: rogue69 on 14 November, 2021, 05:08:51 AM
Author Wlibur Smith aged 88
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/celebrity/bestselling-author-wilbur-smith-dies-aged-88/ar-AAQG8qJ?ocid=msedgdhp
I loved the film The Mercenaries, based on his novel. A sort of grittier Dirty Dozen. I may revisit it soon.
Quote from: milstar on 16 November, 2021, 11:38:09 AM
Quote from: rogue69 on 14 November, 2021, 05:08:51 AM
Author Wlibur Smith aged 88
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/celebrity/bestselling-author-wilbur-smith-dies-aged-88/ar-AAQG8qJ?ocid=msedgdhp
I loved the film The Mercenaries, based on his novel. A sort of grittier Dirty Dozen. I may revisit it soon.
Was that criticised at the time for its extreme violence? Rod Taylor was the lead, I believe and I think it was called 'Dark Of The Sun' at one point.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 17 November, 2021, 10:03:40 AM
Was that criticised at the time for its extreme violence? Rod Taylor was the lead, I believe and I think it was called 'Dark Of The Sun' at one point.
I am clueless about that title. I know it as The Mercenaries. I also do not know about violence, but I think I read somewhere that same fate awaited Dirty Dozen. Having watched both films, I can say it is a bit risque, but nowhere bad as today's cinema.
Stephen Sondheim, legendary Theatre and Musical Icon, has passed away.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/stephen-sondheim-death-tributes-barbra-streisand-b1965174.html?utm_content=Echobox&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwAR3CsQxgp3eeGOayjUchEjr_mGT1v7LpDvnWtBkfHD-r8RnhZMlRuRCbGVU#Echobox=1638001759
Sir Frank Williams, founder and former team principal of the Williams Racing Formula 1 team, has died aged 79.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/59453378
Footballer Ray Kennedy has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59480532
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 30 November, 2021, 09:08:17 PM
Footballer Ray Kennedy has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59480532
Ray Kennedy was an under-rated genius on the field. He's sadly been fighting dementure for years now and will be remembered for his bravely both on and off the pitch.
Actor Sir Anthony Sher.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59520117
Robbie Shakespeare, bassist and one half the of the world's greatest reggae rhythm section Sly & Robbie. They were the backbone of Black Uhuru and have played with just about everybody.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 09 December, 2021, 09:17:16 AM
Robbie Shakespeare, bassist and one half the of the world's greatest reggae rhythm section Sly & Robbie. They were the backbone of Black Uhuru and have played with just about everybody.
Robbie Shakespeare, 68 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59588953)
Quote from: sheridan on 09 December, 2021, 09:40:46 AM
Quote from: Dandontdare on 09 December, 2021, 09:17:16 AM
Robbie Shakespeare, bassist and one half the of the world's greatest reggae rhythm section Sly & Robbie. They were the backbone of Black Uhuru and have played with just about everybody.
Robbie Shakespeare, 68 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59588953)
One of the greats
Steve Bronski, 61 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59592187), co-founder of Bronski Beat.
Ah, crap. Just read that Chris Achilleos has died.
Artist on the Doctor Who books published by Target back in the 70's. Loved his style.
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiN4NtGY3dBTUILYJu9kr2p_RD6nJPe_uC5eG5tJR8Fdb_FZHG-C-Y3oK07SL9W3hRClyZ84wqeMS127DGq-5APLK9Nk0Z_-1XJVK6AMe7nuBVDfEaTqFGwaSSNra2J986MC0vdnuTfpe_asa0T-f9Sg76LBY25J9psBYXMMHN98yNDxRCJ-s4pqW_2=s320)
He did some Fighting Fantasy covers too. I have the cover to Titan framed on my wall. A brilliant artist.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 09 December, 2021, 06:50:06 PM
Ah, crap. Just read that Chris Achilleos has died.
Ah, really? To be honest, Dr Who is definitely not what springs to mind when I think of Achilleos...
(https://cf.geekdo-images.com/EgLIbjuOIxXrR-P4UWPCbw__imagepagezoom/img/welIpuOpkTOjEQ0mucfcUJDywwA=/fit-in/1200x900/filters:no_upscale():strip_icc()/pic547390.jpg)
Chris Achilleos magnificent and detailed Dr Who's book Cover work must have helped Target sell more of those novels than almost any other artist. A tragic loss to the Industry.
http://chrisachilleos.co.uk/artwork/book-covers/fighting-fantasy/ (http://chrisachilleos.co.uk/artwork/book-covers/fighting-fantasy/)
Sad news about Achilleos. I loved his Doctor Who covers and would stare at them for ages. RIP.
http://chrisachilleos.co.uk/artwork/dr-who/original-artworks/ (http://chrisachilleos.co.uk/artwork/dr-who/original-artworks/)
Really sad to hear about Chris Achilleos. His cover to the original MERP for Games Workshop was what drew me into what ended up being near all consuming geekdom. His 80s work for GW is just one iconic image after another for me: Ravening hordes, Talisman, Blood Royale... then you've got his Fighting Fantasy stuff, that iconic Heavy Metal image.. and even Whitesnake's infamous Lovehunter cover. So many fantastic works.
Damnit - as well as being familiar with his work from White Dwarf and Fighting Fantasy covers, he also went to some of the same nightclubs I did, so I got to told him in person (without being too fanboyish) how much I loved his work.
Mike Nesmith of The Monkees has sung his last song. Damn.
https://edition.cnn.com/2021/12/10/entertainment/michael-nesmith-monkees-dead/index.html?utm_content=2021-12-10T21%3A03%3A12&utm_medium=social&utm_source=fbCNN&utm_term=link&fbclid=IwAR14m
Anne Rice of Interview With The Vampire fame has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59627125
Jethro, 73 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-59666409), comedian. COVID.
Wurzels drummer John Morgan dies of Covid aged 80
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/music/wurzels-drummer-john-morgan-dies-of-covid-aged-80/ar-AARWTOI?ocid=U452DHP&li=BBoPWjQ
Il Divo singer Carlos Marin aged 53
The architect Richard Rogers, who designed the Millennium Dome and the Pompidou in Paris aged 88.
My wife and partner of 31 years, Ria. Suddenly and tragically.
Jesus, vB. I'm so sorry.
My condolescences. May she RIP.
My deepest condolences and sympathises von Broom!!
Von Boom that's terrible, I'm so sorry. Take care
I'm so sorry to bear that, von Boom. Such awful news. My heart and thoughts are with you.
Jeez von Boom, I'm so sorry. Deepest condolences to you.
SBT
Deepest condolences take care Von Boom
Really sorry to read this. Thinking of you.
This is horrible news, so sorry vB.
Awful news man, so sorry for your loss
Thanks, for the good thoughts guys. I probably won't be around for a while but this is such a great place and my wife would often look at me funny while I would be laughing at something said here.
Take call all.
Quote from: von Boom on 22 December, 2021, 10:33:59 AM
Thanks, for the good thoughts guys. I probably won't be around for a while but this is such a great place and my wife would often look at me funny while I would be laughing at something said here.
Take call all.
We'll be here when you return! Best wishes to you and your family vB.
So sorry for your loss von Boom
Aw, that's just so awful, VB. My sincere condolences to you on such a sad loss.
thinking of you. i am sorry.
My thoughts are with you and your family, von Boom.
filippo
Jesus. Sorry for your loss, man.
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang star Sally Ann Howes dies aged 91 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59753882
Sorry, missed Von Boom's post. I'm very sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear that VB, its one of the toughest things to go through, stay strong, even if its just for others.
Ah, that's terrible Von Boom, so sorry to hear that.
I will add condolences VB. If there is anything any of us can do you have but to ask.
Quote from: von Boom on 21 December, 2021, 10:42:03 PM
My wife and partner of 31 years, Ria. Suddenly and tragically.
Awful news, von Boom; our hearts go out to you at this sad time.
Sorry for your loss, Von Bom
Thank you all again. And thanks for the PMs. It's tough to keep away from here.
I'm sorry for your loss, VB.
So sorry to hear of your loss, Von Boom.
Please take care of yourself.
Can't imagine how you're feeling right now, take care of yourself and accept any others of support.
Robin Le Mesurier Rod Stewart's guitarist and former Womble aged 68
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/music/rod-stewarts-guitarist-robin-le-mesurier-dies-aged-68/ar-AAS5TQL?ocid=U452DHP
joan didion.
'the year of magical thinking', one of my favourite ever books, is an incredible, smart, fearless, hugely empathic meditation on pain, loss, consciousness and love.
Very sorry to hear that Von Boom.
Look after yourself.
South Africa's Archbishop Desmond Tutu dies at 90 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-59793726
So how did you do in your final Uni exams?
Not bad, I got a Desmond.
Radio DJ Janice Long aged 66
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59795298?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
Quote from: rogue69 on 26 December, 2021, 01:38:24 PM
Radio DJ Janice Long aged 66
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59795298?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
Damn! I used to listen to her show a lot. This rotten year keeps on giving—a very tragic loss to the Broadcast community.
Dallas Buyers Club & Big Little Lies director Jean-Marc Vallée, aged 58.
https://nypost.com/2021/12/27/jean-marc-vallee-death-celebrities-mourn-late-director-58/
Keri Hulme - New Zealand author of the 1985 Man Booker prize-winning novel The Bone People.
https://www.independent.ie/news/booker-prize-winning-novelist-keri-hulme-dies-aged-74-41188691.html
Betty White, best known for The Golden Girls. An actress with an incredibly long career.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-59843627
aww.. that's a shame, we've all been hoping she made her 100
(https://i.imgur.com/10bZBU4m.png)
Sick humour aside, she was an absolute legend:
(https://i.imgur.com/vxY5IRB.png)
The deluge of memes has begun ...
(https://i.imgur.com/JehgYEO.png)
Peter Bogdanovich, Film Director, has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59897962
Legendary Hollywood actor and first black man to win an acting Oscar, Sir Sidney Poitier, has died at the age of 94
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27198480
Quote from: rogue69 on 07 January, 2022, 04:55:11 PM
Legendary Hollywood actor and first black man to win an acting Oscar, Sir Sidney Poitier, has died at the age of 94
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27198480
How tragic his contribution to Cinema is legendary. In The Heat Of The Night, The Blackboard Jungle, and Guess Who's Coming To Dinner? all film classics. I always remember him in The Bedford Incident, which perhaps is not Sidney Poitier's most remarkable moment. Still, he was excellent as the Reporter who realises that Richard Widmark's obsessive harrying of a Russian Submarine can only end in tragedy.
The Labour MP Jack Dromey (Harriet Harman's husband) aged 73
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/labour-mp-jack-dromey-dies-aged-73/ar-AASxJuA?ocid=msedgntp
Actor and comedian Bob Saget, best known for the sitcom Full House, Aged 65
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59932429?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
Convicted murderer and 'star' of the 2015 documentary film, The Jinx, Robert Durst has died of cardiac arrest today aged 78.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-59945850
Vicar Of Dibley and Theatre actor Gary Waldhorn has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59950298
Leading EU figures have paid tributes to European Parliament President David Sassoli, who has died at the age of 65. (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-59947211)
Dave Wolverton (auhor of The Courtship of Princess Leia) has sadly passed away (https://www.fanthatracks.com/news/literature-art/rest-in-peace-dave-wolverton/)
Tuskegee Airman, Charles McGee, has flown his final mission.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-60019483
Yvette Mimieux, who starred in The Time Machine and The Black Hole, has died.
https://variety.com/2022/film/news/yvette-mimieux-dead-time-machine-1235156675/?fbclid=IwAR0Zsy0uJj0ssB8KbSAsBYRFGRWxJ8hzav9R_fAHFWkwTFIoR4m9aatJzTU
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 19 January, 2022, 09:42:22 AM
Yvette Mimieux, who starred in The Time Machine and The Black Hole, has died.
https://variety.com/2022/film/news/yvette-mimieux-dead-time-machine-1235156675/?fbclid=IwAR0Zsy0uJj0ssB8KbSAsBYRFGRWxJ8hzav9R_fAHFWkwTFIoR4m9aatJzTU
I rewatched The Black Hole during a wee bout of lurgy last year. It was one of those films I managed to tape onto VHS when I was a kid and rewatched endlessly. A glorious mess, ripe for a remake.
i didn't understand why the black hole in the black hole contradicted everything that we were being told in blackhawk.
i still don't understand.
someone somewhere had to be lying.
Beano and Topper artist, John Forsyth Dallas, who died peacefully at home earlier this month, aged 83.
French actor Gaspard Ulliel, best known for Hannibal Rising and new Marvel series Moon Knight aged 37
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10418859/Actor-Gaspard-Ulliel-stars-new-Marvel-series-Moon-Knight-dies-aged-37-ski-accident.html
Peter Robinson one of the behind the scenes giants that helped shape arguably the greatest ever British football teams Liverpool of the 70s and 80s.
Thank you Peter RIP.
Meat Loaf :(
Quote from: Dandontdare on 21 January, 2022, 08:13:45 AM
Meat Loaf :(
Oh no. Always enjoy singing along to a bit of Meat Loaf with my mum.
Meat Loaf at first recieved no royalties from Bat Out Of Hell, so missed out on a fortune. He was a very mercurial figure, his talent seemed to burst out of him, and he became an actor, appearing in Fight Club. Sad news about one of the most charismatic figures Rock music ever produced-'Gone when the morning comes' how appropriate.
His name was Robert Paulson
Quote from: Mister Pops on 21 January, 2022, 10:37:15 AM
His name was Robert Paulson
The penny finally drops - I see what you did there!
Seems like Meat Loaf has been around forever. My first regular comic was
Nutty, where one of the School Belles expressed a liking for Meat Loaf, to which her mate responds 'You would like him, 'cos he's fat, like you.' Different times.
I was always very fond of Meat Loaf. RIP.
Meat Loaf was one of those few artists who managed to be so good and memorable in their works that they became known to everyone, regardless of musical taste or age. Even my Mum mentioned him passing, and she's 79 and exclusively listens to Richard Clayderman and Pan-Pipes!
RIP Meat Loaf, you utter legend x
I have never really been into music of any kind, but even I had a copy of Bat out of Hell. My old mate Bill used to blast it out of his narrowboat while chugging along the canal at 4mph.
:-(
A name that might get missed in all the news about Meatloaf; actor Hardy Kruger has died aged 93.
Helluva career with some major films on his CV;
The One That Got Away, Barry Lyndon and The Wild Geese.
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 21 January, 2022, 09:10:31 PM
A name that might get missed in all the news about Meatloaf; actor Hardy Kruger has died aged 93.
Helluva career with some major films on his CV;
The One That Got Away, Barry Lyndon and The Wild Geese.
He was also in Flight of the Phoenix and in one of the greatest ww2 films ever - A Bridge Too Far. I didn't know he was alive...until moments ago.
RIP
French artist Jean-Claude Mézières, co-creator of the hugely influential SF BD series 'Valerian and Laureline', has passed away, aged 83
Quote from: rogue69 on 23 January, 2022, 08:16:30 PM
French artist Jean-Claude Mézières, co-creator of the hugely influential SF BD series 'Valerian and Laureline', has passed away, aged 83
He was a fantastic talent and the designer for Luc Besson's Fifth Element. A significant loss to the Comic book Industry.
One of the all-time great script writer's and Panelists, Barry Cryer, has died. Comedy just lost a legend.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-60154371
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 27 January, 2022, 10:46:52 AM
One of the all-time great script writer's and Panelists, Barry Cryer, has died. Comedy just lost a legend.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-60154371
That is a fecking shame. (Was going to say crying shame then spotted the completely inappropriate and lame pun.) He'll truly be missed.
Leonard Fenton, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-60197349), actor (best known for playing Dr Legg in the original line-up on Eastenders).
Brian Augustyn aged 67. Comicbook writer and editor. He worked on so many things and apparently brought though so many talents as well. I know him best for a magnificent run on the Wally West Flash series alongside Mark Waid. One of my favourite runs and just plain good comics.
By all accounts a decent human being as well. Rest in peace.
Quote from: Colin YNWA on 02 February, 2022, 06:47:11 AM
Brian Augustyn aged 67.
Sad to hear that, I enjoyed some of his work.
RIP
Sad news. I also enjoyed his work on The Flash.
Gotham by Gaslight is a great classic and a very influential book as well.
Wrong Twitter thread
Truly terrible news. One of the all-time great artists to grace many covers, Ian Kennedy has died.
http://www.multiversitycomics.com/news/ian-kennedy-obit/
Bamber Gascoigne, 87 (https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2022/feb/08/bamber-gascoigne-former-university-challenge-quizmaster-dies-at-87).
Douglas Trumbull, Special effects guru, has died.
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2022/feb/08/douglas-trumbull-2001-space-odyssey-dies-79
After Harryhausen and Willis O'Brien, he's the first SFX person I, and possibly many others in my generation, had heard of.
Betty Davis, Singer-Songwriter Who Paved the Way for Boldly Sensual Funk in 1970s, Dies at 76
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/betty-davis-singer-songwriter-paved-210322145.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYmluZy5jb20v&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAB3
Quote from: Tiplodocus on 09 February, 2022, 02:28:19 PM
After Harryhausen and Willis O'Brien, he's the first SFX person I, and possibly many others in my generation, had heard of.
I think Dr Who's Mat Irvine (still with us, as far as I know) has that distinction for me...
How could I forget Mat and his constant Saturday morning tv appearances.
Ian McDonald, co-founder of King Crimson and Foreigner aged 75.
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/music/king-crimson-and-foreigner-co-founder-ian-mcdonald-dies-aged-75/ar-AATKq7m?ocid=uxbndlbing
Influential TV producer Beryl Vertue aged 90
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/news/influential-tv-producer-beryl-vertue-dies-aged-90/ar-AATNMgT?ocid=U452DHP&li=BBoPWjQ
Ivan Reitman, director of the first Ghostbusters movie, RIP:
https://apnews.com/article/ivan-reitman-dead-d67947aa895371cd9f5840e6e9339440
Comic book writer Tom Veitch has passed away:
https://www.comicon.com/2022/02/18/writer-poet-spiritualist-tom-veitch-passes-1941-2022/ (https://www.comicon.com/2022/02/18/writer-poet-spiritualist-tom-veitch-passes-1941-2022/)
Didn't realise how much I had by Tom - also didn't realise Tom and Rick were brothers. A sad loss.
tom veitch. thoroughly interesting and inimitable writer. my name is chaos with the great john ridgway has been returned to many times - because there's always something new.
RIP Tom Veitch.
Quote from: The Mind of Wolfie Smith on 18 February, 2022, 09:11:16 PM
my name is chaos
Never heard of it - will keep an eye out.
Jan Pieńkowski, 85 (https://www.theguardian.com/books/2022/feb/20/jan-pienkowski-illustrator-of-meg-and-mog-books-dies-at-85), illustrator of Meg and Mog books.
Procol Harum frontman Gary Brooker aged 76
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/music/gary-brooker-lead-singer-of-english-band-procol-harum-dies-aged-76/ar-AAUaz6T?li=BBoPJKU&ocid=U452DHP
Actor Jack Smethurst aged 89 best known for playing Eddie Booth in Love Thy Neighbour
Two more notable musical deaths in the last week.
Dallas Good, a stalwart of the Canadian music scene who played with groups such as The Sadies and Shadowy Men On A Shadowy Planet (probably best known over here for performing the theme music for Kids In The Hall)
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/dallas-good-sadies-dead-obit-1302430/
Then just it was announced just yesterday that Mark Lanegan, of Screaming Trees, Queens Of The Stone Age and many more very sadly passed.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-60487917
Very sad to hear about Mark Lanegan. I was wondering why 6 Music were playing his stuff today.
I read an interview with him late last year (I think he had a book out) and he sounded like he'd been through the wringer.
He was a great musician in his own right, but also one of those people who seem to thrive in collaborations. He's left a great catalogue behind.
Quote from: rogue69 on 23 February, 2022, 09:13:13 AM
Actor Jack Smethurst aged 89 best known for playing Eddie Booth in Love Thy Neighbour
I'm taking a wild guess here but I don't think they'll be showing any episodes of this in memoriam.
Actress Anna Karen aged 85 best known as Olive in "On the Buses" and Aunt Sal in EastEnders
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/newslondon/anna-karen-on-the-buses-and-eastenders-actress-dies-aged-85-in-house-fire-in-east-london/ar-AAUd0tp?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531
Awful way to go.
Sally Kellerman, who appeared in the first Star Trek Where No Man Has Gone before, has died.
https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/19951571.sally-kellerman-tributes-pour-mash-actress-dies-aged-84/
Oh my word. Knew her from MASH but never really put 2 and 2 together on ST:TOS.
Quote from: CalHab on 23 February, 2022, 11:58:52 AM
Very sad to hear about Mark Lanegan. I was wondering why 6 Music were playing his stuff today.
I read an interview with him late last year (I think he had a book out) and he sounded like he'd been through the wringer.
He was a great musician in his own right, but also one of those people who seem to thrive in collaborations. He's left a great catalogue behind.
Agreed. Such a loss, a real talent. I'd heartily recommend checking out his work.
Producer Alan Ladd Jr has died. He brought Star Wars, Braveheart, and other well-known movies to a Cinema near you.
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2022/mar/02/alan-ladd-jr-dies-film-producer
Quite an interesting piece. He sounds like a real rarity, an honourable Hollywood producer.
Blimey. Shane Warne, unarguably one of the greatest bowlers ever to have played cricket and arguably the greatest spinner ever, dead of a (suspected) heart attack at 52.
Younger than me. Jeez...
I'm shocked.
Absolute legend.
First pick bowler in my all time eleven.
At one point it was almost the sound track of cricket:
"Bowling Warney..." - Ian Healy after every delivery.
That's a genuine shock.
This (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muc25lM_Y3I) is going to be stuck in my head now.
He is a legend of the game RIP Shane
Quote from: Mister Pops on 04 March, 2022, 02:36:44 PM
That's a genuine shock.
This (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muc25lM_Y3I) is going to be stuck in my head now.
I thought it was going to be THIS (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cd23HcVqHr0), which is now stuck in my head!
At work here in Oz (1:25am). Have just yelled out to my work colleagues..."Holy f$&k! Warney's gone!" And only a day after Rod Marsh died.
Always considered that I grew up watching Warney bowl - but he was only a year older than me.
Sad day.
Priscilla Tolkien, 92 (https://www.legacy.com/news/celebrity-deaths/priscilla-tolkien-1929-2022-daughter-of-j-r-r-tolkien/). Daughter of J.R.R. and (along with the late Christopher Tolkien) inspiration for the writing of The Hobbit. She also had a bear called Bingo who made it into Lord of the Rings (except the character Bingo Baggins got renamed to Frodo).
Actor John Stahl aged 68, best known for playing Rickard Karstark in Game of Thrones and Inveradarroch in the long-running soap opera Take The High Road.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-60624212
Actor Mitchell Ryan, who Rico assassinated in Stallone's Dredd movie, has died. He played the reporter Vartis Hammond.
https://variety.com/2022/tv/news/mitchell-ryan-dead-dark-shadows-1235196949/?fbclid=IwAR06FL7ZED9jiag4VZ_YTbTAw1O4CqWP0oxq42lKaIZEcZcZqUFE3Qc4WFg
The actress Lynda Baron, known as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in Open All Hours and Aunt Mable in the children's TV show Come Outside, has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-60647760
Ukrainian actor and TV host Pasha Lee aged 33 has been killed by shelling in Irpen, while defending his home country.
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/pasha-lee-dead-ukrainian-actor-26402892?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=mirror_
The last surviving actor of the Original Star Trek The Cage, Laura Goodwin, has died.
https://nypost.com/2022/03/07/laurel-goodwin-girls-girls-girls-actress-dead-at-79/
Sesame Street star Emilio Delgado has died at 81 after cancer battle
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/news/sesame-street-star-emilio-delgado-has-died-at-81-after-cancer-battle/ar-AAUTYnY?ocid=U452DHP
William Hurt, the Oscar-Winning actor, has died.
https://comicbook.com/movies/news/william-hurt-oscar-winner-and-thunderbolt-ross-actor-dies-at-71/?fbclid=IwAR02FKIqrGa_KHWmZV1czNSxH1t1Vs-jcDfuiksQWcqFB9EAB_yEOm2L0Fw
Wrestling legend Scott Hall aged 63
https://metro.co.uk/2022/03/15/scott-hall-dead-wwe-stars-triple-h-and-mick-foley-lead-tributes-16276124/?ico=related-posts
Eugene Parker (https://astronomy.com/news/2022/03/groundbreaking-heliophysicist-eugene-parker-has-died) the pioneering Solar Physicists who predicted the existence of Solar wind. 94 is a good innings.
Actor Peter Bowles aged 85 best known as Richard DeVere in To the Manor Born
https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2022/mar/17/peter-bowles-a-commanding-talent-who-was-so-much-more-than-a-sitcom-star
Stealing Cosmic Ray's discoveries? He's lucky to ahve made it to 94!
Quote from: Mister Pops on 17 March, 2022, 02:20:10 PM
Eugene Parker (https://astronomy.com/news/2022/03/groundbreaking-heliophysicist-eugene-parker-has-died) the pioneering Solar Physicists who predicted the existence of Solar wind. 94 is a good innings.
Tammy and Battle Picture Weekly Art Editor Peter Downer, aged 82,
Taylor Hawkins of the Foo Fighters, aged 50.
BBC News (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-60884259.amp)
Quote from: NapalmKev on 26 March, 2022, 06:08:32 AM
Taylor Hawkins of the Foo Fighters, aged 50.
BBC News (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-60884259.amp)
Reeling from this news. Seemed like a really lovely guy and was an incredible drummer. And he was younger than me... Geez.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 26 March, 2022, 09:36:51 AM
And he was younger than me... Geez.
I'd really like people younger than me to stop dropping dead this year, thankyouverymuch.
Warp records artist Mira Calix has passed - just 52 ffs.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/mira-calix-death-b2045858.html
Just read on Twitter that art droid, and Marvel/Miracleman artist, Garry Leach has passed away.
Damn - that's awful news.
Leach was a fantastic artist.
Quote from: CalHab on 29 March, 2022, 02:01:26 PM
Just read on Twitter that art droid, and Marvel/Miracleman artist, Garry Leach has passed away.
Oh man. What a loss. I met him once at a con - Birmingham, I think. He came up to our table and was looking at our books. I spotted the portfolio he was carrying and saw the art and said, "Fuck me, you're Garry Leach!"
He smiled and said, "Yes I am."
He stayed for a good old chat. Lovely guy.
Tribute to Garry Leach from 2000AD:
https://2000ad.com/news/garry-leach-1954-2022/ (https://2000ad.com/news/garry-leach-1954-2022/)
That's very sad a great talent. Love and best wishes to his family.
Quote from: broodblik on 29 March, 2022, 02:59:15 PM
Tribute to Garry Leach from 2000AD:
https://2000ad.com/news/garry-leach-1954-2022/ (https://2000ad.com/news/garry-leach-1954-2022/)
That's a lovely piece.
Always loved Garry Leach's work.
He was great. Sadly missed
:(
The Wanted star Tom Parker has died at the age of 33 after a battle with a brain tumour.
Quote from: CalHab on 29 March, 2022, 02:01:26 PM
Just read on Twitter that art droid, and Marvel/Miracleman artist, Garry Leach has passed away.
Sad about Garry. His art was instantly recognisable and he had interesting, innovative ideas with layout.
RIP the Political Thread. One of my favourite threads for a long time but I think today's mod action was something of a mercy killing.
:(
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 03 April, 2022, 01:00:43 PM
RIP the Political Thread. One of my favourite threads for a long time but I think today's mod action was something of a mercy killing.
It was a thread I nearly always kept away from as it seemed to get very ... passionate... at times and isn't something I every felt the need to discuss here as I have lots of 'real world' folks to discuss politics with.
That said it was always so active and seemed to serve a real purpose here. While I utterly respect Molch-R's decision and christ why should he need to deal with nonsense on a Sunday - I just hope it doesn't dampen life on the board. Heaven's above we need to keep this place active.
There's nothing to stop someone starting another thread, but the end of the original thread should serve as a warning of what will happen if things get out of hand again (not that that is the only reason to be civil).
Cancel cultural claims it's latest victim.
Jokes aside, the thread was long overdue a detox for all who frequented it (including myself among that number) and though I certainly don't condemn starting another one mayhaps give it sometime to simmer first.
Another, less toxic thread to discuss politics in the news?
We could call it This is the News!
Meanwhile, back on-topic:
William Dale Fries Jr. aka C. W. McCall, 93 (https://www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2022/04/01/country-music-performer-cw-mccall-dies/), singer (most famous song Convoy)
Estelle Harris, 93 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-60974597), actress (best known for Seinfeld and Toy Story).
surely, after 45 years of a comic that would be absolutely nothing without its brilliantly written, thought-provoking (and hugely prescient) politics and satire ... it is a sad day to learn that contemporary politics on a forum devoted to said journal has to be shut down ... on the grounds, presumably, of repeated and targeted hate speech, extreme ableism, and the very worst kind of nudgenudgewinkwink conspiracy tropes. many of us repeatedly urged the offensive nonsense away. but here we are. just one person.
but elsewhere, just one deranged sociopath is holding the whole world to ransom.
rest in pieces indeed.
meanwhile, maksim levin, brilliant reuters ukraine war photographer, has been murdered near kyiv. he was 40. he is survived by 4 children. he was wearing full recognised press-identifying markers when he was shot.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 03 April, 2022, 08:55:58 PM
Cancel cultural claims it's latest victim.
Glad you clarified that this was meant as a joke. It is regrettable that the thread was closed down and that milstar had to be barred.
Given the news this weekend coming out of Ukraine it does seem more than a little petty. The atrocities being reported are disturbing to say the least. It does beg the question of what the hell is going on in the world, especially when you consider that this is just one of a number of sites of extreme violence against civilians.
8-§
Yes, perhaps I was being a little too subtle in my last post. In a thread that has commemorated the death of former art droid Garry Leach, please can this thread be reserved for actual deaths of actual people - there are other threads more suitable for the other topics that have cropped up in the last few days.
Quote from: sheridan on 04 April, 2022, 09:17:28 AM
Yes, perhaps I was being a little too subtle in my last post. In a thread that has commemorated the death of former art droid Garry Leach, please can this thread be reserved for actual deaths of actual people - there are other threads more suitable for the other topics that have cropped up in the last few days.
Apologies, my fault.
June Brown, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-60984231), actress, best known as Dot Cotton (though her career went back to the 1950s).
Punk legend Jordan. L
"She defied convention, bras, common sense and the stuffy morals of the tutting classes."
https://louderthanwar.com/jordan-rip-a-tribute-to-the-punk-icon/
Quote from: sintec on 04 April, 2022, 05:25:24 PM
Punk legend Jordan. L
"She defied convention, bras, common sense and the stuffy morals of the tutting classes."
https://louderthanwar.com/jordan-rip-a-tribute-to-the-punk-icon/
Damn. Only 66, too.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 04 April, 2022, 06:04:45 PM
Quote from: sintec on 04 April, 2022, 05:25:24 PM
Punk legend Jordan. L
"She defied convention, bras, common sense and the stuffy morals of the tutting classes."
https://louderthanwar.com/jordan-rip-a-tribute-to-the-punk-icon/
Damn. Only 66, too.
Feck. Truly an icon.
Quote from: sheridan on 04 April, 2022, 03:34:07 PM
June Brown, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-60984231), actress, best known as Dot Cotton (though her career went back to the 1950s).
35 years she spent as Dot Cotton. Even at 95 that's a third of her life!
What a fantastic legacy to leave behind x
35 years on Eastenders? Sounds more like cruel and unusual punishment to me! ;-)
Harry Billinge, 96 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-60998335), D-Day veteran.
David McKee, 87 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-61024415), author of Mr Benn
author Henry Patterson aka Jack Higgins aged 92 best known for the novel The Eagle Has Landed
https://inews.co.uk/news/jack-higgins-the-eagle-has-landed-author-dies-aged-92-1567156?ITO=msn
Gilbert Gottfried, aged 67:
https://variety.com/2022/film/news/gilbert-gottfried-dead-dies-comedian-aladdin-1235231387/
Sylvia Lancaster (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-61088278).
Mother of Sarah Lancaster, murdered in 2007 for 'dressing Goth'. I'm sure not coincidentally Sylvia's death comes less than a month after the announcement that one of one of Sarah's murderers was due to be released from prison.
Former Eastenders actor Melanie Clark Pullen aged 46
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/news/eastenders-star-dies-aged-46-two-years-after-being-given-all-clear-from-cancer/ar-AAW8kop?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=fd385518184c475199200095bb43bf20
Actor Rio Del Valle Hackford aged 52, most recently known as IG-11 in The Mandalorian and the manager in Tommy & Pammy
TV comedy writer Eric Chappell - creator of Rising Damp and Only When I Laugh - has died aged 88.
File him under 'Thought he went long ago'.
Absolute Legendary Comic Artist Neal Adams has died. Damn! He was such a brilliant draughtsman; he revolutionised the medium and produced what was probably then unequalled photorealistic art.
https://www.gamesradar.com/uk/neal-adams-died/
Neal Adams was such an influence on so much and his work in the late 60s and 70s was better than almost anything else out there and shaped the work of so many. Look at early work by Bill Sienkiewicz. Just a leader who drove what comics could look like forward.
Love and respect to his family and friends.
A sketch he did for Dredd although he never had any published prog work:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FRiYc_2WUAEABD_?format=jpg&name=small)
Quote from: broodblik on 30 April, 2022, 09:17:30 AM
A sketch he did for Dredd although he never had any published prog work:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FRiYc_2WUAEABD_?format=jpg&name=small)
wow what could have been...
A good tribute to Neal Adams:
https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-comic-artist-neal-adams/ (https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-comic-artist-neal-adams/)
Another comics legend has passed. George Perez after his long battle with cancer.
https://bleedingcool.com/comics/comics-legend-george-perez-died-yesterday-aged-67/ (https://bleedingcool.com/comics/comics-legend-george-perez-died-yesterday-aged-67/)
The term legend is often over used but in the case of Perez (as will Neil Adams) its well deserved. He has left so many beautiful stories behind, his legacy is quite something to behold.
Oh, dreadful news. Another Master artist is gone.
Kenneth Welsh, who played Windom Earle in Twin Peaks, at the age of 80 (https://deadline.com/2022/05/kenneth-welsh-dead-twin-peaks-windom-earle-was-80-obituary-1235018623/).
Dennis Waterman, who starred in Minder, The Sweeney & New Tricks, amongst many others, at the age of 74 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-61372712).
model & Actor Jethro Lazenby aged 31, son of singer Nick Cave & model Beau Lazenby
leonid kravchuk, the first president of a democratic, independent ukraine (and who made his country a member of a very select club - just two strong - in giving up the entirety of their nuclear arsenal in return for future security guarantees from russia), has died aged 88.
Actor Robin Parkinson aged 92 best known asthe narrator of Button Moon and played Monsieur Ernest Leclerc in Ailo Allo!
Fred Ward, a great character actor most notable in films like The Right Stuff, Southern Comfort and Tremors, has died. It is Friday the 13th, of course.
https://edition.cnn.com/2022/05/13/entertainment/fred-ward-obit/index.html
Misty and Tammy comic artist and illustrator Maria Barrera Castell (Gesalí), aged 85
https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-comic-artist-maria-barrera-castell/
Ricky Gardiner, guitarist on Bowie's Low album and Iggy Pop's Lust for Life.
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/may/17/ricky-gardiner-guitarist-for-david-bowie-and-iggy-pop-dies-aged-73
That's an incredible couple of years he had: Sound+Vision, The Passenger, Lust for Life, Speed of Life and many others.
A belated RIP for both Neal Adams and George Perez.
Two masters of this thing we love.
Actress, screenwriter and director Kay Mellor, known for Fat Friends, The Syndicate, Girlfriends and Band of Gold, has died aged 71.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-61478428
Ricky Gardiner, guitarist for David Bowie and Iggy Pop, aged 73
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/may/17/ricky-gardiner-guitarist-for-david-bowie-and-iggy-pop-dies-aged-73?
Vangelis Papathanassiou, renowned for his film scores of Bladerunner, Chariots Of Fire and others, has died. A brilliant composer, I feel his Bladerunner score is nigh unsurpassable. Unfortunate news, indeed.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-61514850
:( :( :(
He was one of my favourites... I was introduced to his work as he did the title music for Carl Sagan's Cosmos series...
Colin Cantwell, 90 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-61547986) Star Wars spacecraft designer (Death Star, X-Wing, TIE fighter and Imperial Star Destroyer - also the Millennium Falcon). Before Star Wars, Cantwell created the opening space scene from 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Cathal Coughlan, frontman of Microdisney, The Fatima Mansions, Bubonique and Telefis has passed away aged 61.
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/may/23/cathal-coughlan-frontman-with-irish-indie-bands-microdisney-and-fatima-mansions-dies-aged-61
Just read that Ray Liotta has died. Only 67.
Damn, I liked him.
How Am I Funny? (https://youtu.be/Pfcy15ZUE2c)
Ray Liotta was superb in Goodfellas and Killing Them Softly, and it's regrettable news to hear he's left us unexpectedly. Andy Fletcher, the Keyboardist from Depeche Mode, has also gone.
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/may/26/depeche-modes-andrew-fletcher-dies-aged-60?CMP=twt_gu#Echobox=1653593702-1
Also Yes drummer Alan White (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-61600583)
Andy Fletcher, Depeche Mode keyboardist aged 60
Dragons' Den star Hilary Devey dies aged 65
Phil Bennett, Wales and Lions rugby legend, dies aged 73
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/sport/news/phil-bennett-wales-and-lions-legend-dies-aged-73/ar-AAYnGMg?ocid=U452DHP&li=BBoPWjQ
Barry Kitson's father
Philip Baker Hall
https://www.snopes.com/ap/2022/06/13/philip-baker-hall-of-hard-eight-seinfeld-dies-at-90/ (https://www.snopes.com/ap/2022/06/13/philip-baker-hall-of-hard-eight-seinfeld-dies-at-90/)
Tim Sale, the artist on the Batman story The Long Halloween, has passed away. Damn this year.
https://www.cbr.com/iconic-batman-artist-tim-sale-obituary/
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 16 June, 2022, 08:42:06 PM
Tim Sale, the artist on the Batman story The Long Halloween, has passed away. Damn this year.
https://www.cbr.com/iconic-batman-artist-tim-sale-obituary/
Damn 66 is no age. He was a very talented artist.
Voice over actor & game show announcer Graham Slidmore aged 90, best known for voice overs for Blind Date & Shooting Stars
Joe Turkel, a brilliant actor in two Kubrick films, Paths of Glory and The Shining, has died. His Eldon Tyrell in Bladerunner was a magnificent vision of an indifferent Corporate CEO.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/joe-turkel-dead-shining-blade-runner-1235174986/
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 02 July, 2022, 11:27:31 AM
Joe Turkel, a brilliant actor in two Kubrick films, Paths of Glory and The Shining, has died. His Eldon Tyrell in Bladerunner was a magnificent vision of an indifferent Corporate CEO.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/joe-turkel-dead-shining-blade-runner-1235174986/
Ah, I'm sorry to hear that. A marvellous actor, indeed. May he RIP.
"The Light that burns twice as bright burns half as long, and you have burned so very brightly, Roy."
Sad to report the passing of actor James Cann, star of The Godfather, Misery, The Way of the Gun and so many other great films. :( May he R.I.P.
https://www.thejournal.ie/james-caan-dies-aged-82-5811017-Jul2022/
Quote from: paddykafka on 07 July, 2022, 06:53:20 PM
Sad to report the passing of actor James Cann, star of The Godfather, Misery, The Way of the Gun and so many other great films. :( May he R.I.P.
https://www.thejournal.ie/james-caan-dies-aged-82-5811017-Jul2022/
I'm fucking bemused by how my emotions work - so many people die and (emotionally, at least) my brain-chemicals couldn't give a rat's arse. But Jimmy Caan - this has me welling up. I was a weeping wreck over Iain Banks.
I'm not sure Rollerball could even work as a movie without his stalking presence.
James Caan was a fantastic actor, and I'll never forget him in A Bridge Too Far as the angry soldier driving his critically wounded buddy through enemy lines. The Godfather was probably his best-known role, but Misery and plenty of others showed what talent he had. Another tragic loss to the Film Industry.
Yeah James Caan was a wonderful actor. I always think his role in Way of the Gun perfectly capture his cold, calm menance, touched by a real humanity. He's left a wonderful body of work behind as his legacy.
Kazuki Takahashi: Yu-Gi-Oh! manga comic creator aged 60
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-62076080
Tony Sirico, best known as Paulie of The Sopranos, passed away yesterday at 79.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 09 July, 2022, 07:58:48 AM
Tony Sirico, best known as Paulie of The Sopranos, passed away yesterday at 79.
who also made an 'appearance' in
Wolves (progs 1820-22)
(https://i.imgur.com/jvNyfNL.jpg)
Such a great performance in such a great show.
shinzo abe, former (and longest serving) prime minister of japan, assassinated (apparently with a homemade gun).
there are usually fewer than ten gun deaths every year in japan.
Twin Peaks and Electric Dreams actor, Lenny von Dohlen, at aged 63:
https://deadline.com/2022/07/lenny-von-dohlen-dead-twin-peaks-electric-dreams-actor-1235060380/
Gregory Itzin, Character Actor Who Played Villainous President on '24,' Dies at 74
https://variety.com/2022/tv/news/gregory-itzin-dead-dies-24-president-logan-1235311835/
Ivana Trump, née Zelníčková, the controversial former US President and businessman's first wife and mother of his three eldest kids, the Czech-American businesswoman, media personality, fashion designer, author, and model has sadly passed away today, aged just 73, after being found unconscious and unresponsive at her New York.
Paul Ryder, Happy Mondays bassist & brother of Shaun, aged 58
Aw, bugger. That's no age. Remember when the Mondays appeared in a Judge Death one-off?
Alan Grant :(
filippo
Alan Grant was one of his generation's finest writers, making everything he wrote seem special. His work for 2000AD has become a legend, and outside Tharg's House, I'll never forget his Batman's with Norm Breyfogle on art duties. Some truly outstanding work there. What a tragic day, so condolences to his colleagues and family.
This is awful to hear.
Alan Grant? Oh, that's sad news. He was brilliant. And I'd say embodied the prog's early 'rebellious' attitude as much as anybody. Loved his Batman stuff with Norm Breyfogle too.
One of the last things I heard of him was organizing some kind of local community comics project during Covid, though I forget the details. Seemed like a great guy. Condolences to those who knew him.
Oh crumbs.
Horrid news.
Dreadful news and very sad to hear of Alan's passing. Condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. May he R.I.P.
Bloody hell, just spotted the tribute on the homepage. Terrible news. He was one of the greats.
One of the pillars of 2000ad.
Christ like Carlos it's one of those that really hits.
Thank you for all the great thrills Alan.
A terrible loss to all concerned.
I've covered various of his writing projects on my blog - the most obscure of which (to me anyway) was for a strip he did for a 'Frank Frazetta' magazine
https://boysadventurecomics.blogspot.com/search/label/Alan%20Grant
... and now David Warner of Tron, Omen, and too many other to name ...
"we know too many of these kids ..."
Quote from: Tjm86 on 25 July, 2022, 01:04:33 PM
... and now David Warner of Tron, Omen, and too many other to name ...
"we know too many of these kids ..."
Damn shame, he was such a fine actor. He was a very tall man who tended to play the bad guy, but with such panache, you'd remember his character. David Warner's famous Four lights scene with Patrick Stewart in Star Trek TNG, where he tortures his subject to believe there are five lights, not four, is fantastic.
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2022/jul/25/veteran-british-actor-david-warner-star-of-the-omen-and-tron-dies-aged-80
David Warner will always be Evil* for me.
* Time Bandits
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 25 July, 2022, 02:17:40 PM
Quote from: Tjm86 on 25 July, 2022, 01:04:33 PM
... and now David Warner of Tron, Omen, and too many other to name ...
"we know too many of these kids ..."
Damn shame, he was such a fine actor. He was a very tall man who tended to play the bad guy, but with such panache, you'd remember his character. David Warner's famous Four lights scene with Patrick Stewart in Star Trek TNG, where he tortures his subject to believe there are five lights, not four, is fantastic.
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2022/jul/25/veteran-british-actor-david-warner-star-of-the-omen-and-tron-dies-aged-80
He was one of Star Trek's best villains. Him and Paddy Stewart butting heads was some of the best acted scenes I'd ever seen.
A man who has appeared in a disproportionate number of movies I love. So brilliantly Sinister. And yes his turn as Evil is one for the ages.
Warner's work in ST was definitely something special. As folks say, his portrayal of Gul Madred was outstanding. I'd forgotten about his role in Star Trek 5, mainly because I've forgotten so much of that film full stop. Sorry. As Gorkon in Star Trek 6 though he brought the same gravitas to the role that he did for so much of his acting career.
For me though he will always be Dillinger / Sark in Tron. One of Disney's undervalued greats for my money, alongside The Black Hole (a film with admittedly a terrifying number of plot problems but who cares, it was fun!). Don't care that it is basically a rehash of Wizard of Oz. It was part of an age of SF greats on the big screen.
"You're getting brutal, Sark. Brutal and needlessly sadistic."
I don't think David Warner ever put in a bad performance, regardless of the quality of the production.
My personal favourite is the first film I saw him in, 'My Best Friend is a Vampire' (or 'I Was a Teenage Vampire' in the states).
He was the best bad guy ever, and will be truly missed.
Further bad news for the Entertainment Industry, Paul Sorvino of Goodfellas fame has died.
https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Culture/goodfellas-actor-paul-sorvino-dies-83/story?id=87381542&fbclid=IwAR17X2fDPMIbClE93E6EfHBn7IXaSH9aOECT-gM8vRiRwI4UqWpQCrXrBMc
Bernard Cribbins: Doctor Who and Wombles star dies aged 93 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-62330478
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 28 July, 2022, 09:33:55 AM
Bernard Cribbins: Doctor Who and Wombles star dies aged 93 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-62330478
A seven-decade stint in the acting profession. Lamentable news, but everything Bernard Cribbens did you remember well, like The Railway Children, for instance. That's a talent for you.
James Lovelock, a pioneer of the Gaia theory, has passed on.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-62322575
Nichelle Nichols of Star Trek fame has boldly gone. Wretched news.
https://comicbook.com/startrek/news/nichelle-nichols-dead-star-trek-uhura/
Hailing frequencies closed, Captain.
:-(
BBC reporting here (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-62373143)
The news of Nichol's passing is sad but at the same time I can't help feeling a small amount of relief. Her health has been dwindling for some time by all accounts. What is more depressing though has been the controversy around her conservatorship at this time. That being the case then, as was so elegantly put up-thread ... "hailing frequencies closed ..."
:-(
Olivia Newton-John, Singer and Actress most famous for Grease, has died.
https://edition.cnn.com/2022/08/08/entertainment/olivia-newton-john-obit/index.html
Lamont Dozier, a Motown songwriter responsible for many hits, is no more.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-62474956
Raymond Briggs (https://www.theguardian.com/books/2022/aug/10/snowman-author-raymond-briggs-dies-aged-88), comic artist, 88. Creator of Fungus the Bogeyman, When the Wind Blows but probably most famously, The Snowman.
Devastating for British arts. A true master of the every day ordinary and the extraordinary.
Raymond Briggs did some politically charged stuff like When The Wind Blows and The Tin Pot Foreign General And The Old Iron Woman that allegorised the Falklands conflict. It was the Snowman that will live forever, a deceptively simple tale of the joy and loss of Christmas. Very sorry to hear of his passing.
As a teen I appreciated his whimsical* children's work, but When the Wind Blows had a huge impact on me.
Our very own Crazyfoxmachine adds his thoughts in the Grauniad https://www.theguardian.com/books/2022/aug/10/raymond-briggs-remembered-he-made-what-he-did-look-easy-which-is-of-course-what-geniuses-do (https://www.theguardian.com/books/2022/aug/10/raymond-briggs-remembered-he-made-what-he-did-look-easy-which-is-of-course-what-geniuses-do)
*which on reflection was in no way whimsical - he freaking melts man!
Our wonderful dog, Sam the miniature schnauzer, aged 16¼.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FZ9bgvqXoAAzChH?format=jpg&name=large)
Sorry to hear that Indigo Prime. A good age for a dog and hope and expect you all made the best of them. My condolances to you all.
Man's best friend RIP. Always sad when the family dog goes to dog heaven.
Condolences IP. It's heartbreaking to lose a devoted friend.
Ah spug, sorry to hear about that, IP.
Heartfelt condolences, I.P.
He looks lovely! Sorry for your loss.
Just read that Anne Heche has died following a car accident (which apparently happened a little while ago, but this was the first I'd heard about it.)
Quote from: nxylas on 12 August, 2022, 09:19:15 PM
Just read that Anne Heche has died following a car accident (which apparently happened a little while ago, but this was the first I'd heard about it.)
Yes, been on life support for about a week I think, after having driven a car in to a house.
Quote from: IndigoPrime on 12 August, 2022, 01:25:38 PM
Our wonderful dog, Sam the miniature schnauzer, aged 16¼.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FZ9bgvqXoAAzChH?format=jpg&name=large)
Aw, man, sorry to hear it. A ripe old age for a doggie, and I would imagine he had a happier life than most of us human types could dream of, but still, never easy.
Very sorry to hear about the loss of your Sam. Wonderful photo of him contemplating the ocean.
Darius Campbell Danesh: Pop Idol and West End star dies aged 41
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-62564721?fbclid=IwAR0i0lJQs7qD3upJUOssJA5BeP-ppUpR3hjxokdJrqoK2O1lyx9it6N4FDA
Filmmaker Wolfgang Petersen, who made Das Boot and In The Line Of Fire, plus many other films, has passed on.
https://deadline.com/2022/08/wolfgang-petersen-dead-director-perfect-storm-das-boot-air-force-one-1235093543/
Das Boot, particularly the extended TV version was simply epic, glorious tension. And that ending was brutal. Such an amazing piece of work.
wonderful film. talk about immersive.
Quote from: Colin YNWA on 16 August, 2022, 07:51:52 PM
Das Boot, particularly the extended TV version was simply epic, glorious tension. And that ending was brutal. Such an amazing piece of work.
Amazing. Quite the formative experience when I saw it as a young'un.
Sad to hear of the passing of artistic genius Tom Palmer. Possibly the biggest complement I can pay him us I rank him alongside Klaus Janson as an inker who has positive impact on the work of anyone he inked. He makes absolutely apparent that inking is so much more than just 'tracing'.
One if the true greats has gone, but has of legacy matched by few others.
https://bleedingcool.com/comics/tom-palmer-sr-inker-extraordinaire-dies-at-the-age-of-81/ (https://bleedingcool.com/comics/tom-palmer-sr-inker-extraordinaire-dies-at-the-age-of-81/)
More sad news from the Comic Book Industry as Tom Palmer was an outstanding inker of pencils. Very unfortunate to hear of his passing.
Oliver "Oli" Frey, best known as the cover artist for Crash & Zzap 64 magazine, has died aged 74. One of those artists you'd swear must've been a regular in 2000AD at some point, but his only contribution was a single Rogue Trooper splash page (or Rogue Tropper as this website (https://www.oliverfreyart.com/shop/rogue-tropper-2000ad) has it). He did do a couple of episodes of Dan Dare for the eighties Eagle, however.
https://www.timeextension.com/news/2022/08/zzap64-and-crash-illustrator-oliver-frey-has-passed-away
Never knew about his side career in erotic gay art, or the fact he worked on the 1978 Superman film!
Quote from: Goosegash on 21 August, 2022, 07:17:49 PM
Oliver "Oli" Frey, best known as the cover artist for Crash & Zzap 64 magazine, has died aged 74. One of those artists you'd swear must've been a regular in 2000AD at some point, but his only contribution was a single Rogue Trooper splash page (or Rogue Tropper as this website (https://www.oliverfreyart.com/shop/rogue-tropper-2000ad) has it). He did do a couple of episodes of Dan Dare for the eighties Eagle, however.
He also did those back covers of Scream! that connected up into posters.
Oliver Frey's distinctive style graced many Magazine covers. I used to buy the old Crash: ZX Spectrum, and I think Oliver produced comic book interiors for that publication. More terrible news then, and this year is proving a nemesis for many of my favourite artists and creators. None of us is getting any younger, of course.
Nichelle Nichols finds a final resting place among the stars... (https://spaceref.com/space-commerce/nichelle-nichols-finds-a-final-resting-place-among-the-stars/)
Gerald Potterton, an animater responsible for Heavy Metal and the Beatle Yellow Submarine, has died.
https://www.nme.com/news/music/yellow-submarine-animator-and-heavy-metal-director-gerald-potterton-has-died-3298716
The so-called "Man of the Hole" and the last member of a tribe indigenous to Brazil, was found dead on the 23rd August in a hammock outside his straw hut
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-62712318
Gorbachev.
Charlbi Dean, aka Syonide in Black Lightning, has sadly died suddenly and tragically of a 'sudden illness'.
https://variety.com/2022/film/news/charlbi-dean-dead-triangle-of-sadness-black-lightning-1235354577/
former BBC presenter Bill Turnbull aged 66
This probably belongs more in a political thread, but Ravil Maganov, 67 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-62750584), chairman of oil giant, Lukoil, Russia's largest private company. Cause of death reported as "following a long illness", "falling from a sixth floor window" and "taking his own life". Maganov is the fourth oil company oligarch to die in unusual circumstances since April.
Hmm.
Reading that obit/news story about Maganov I'm reminded of the (grim) joke that made the rounds in 1948 after Czech Foreign Minister Jan Masaryk died:
"Masaryk was a very tidy man. So tidy that, when he jumped out the window, he remembered to close it behind him."
Drummie Zeb, the lead singer of Aswad aged 62.
Queen Elizabeth II (https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/ng-interactive/2022/sep/08/queen-elizabeth-ii-life-timeline-death)
I'm neither British nor a monarchist but I'm very sorry for Britain's loss - as monarchs go they didn't get much better than her.
Fair point JBC. Although if I'm completely honest I'm at a loss to explain what exactly she has done. Perhaps that's the point. She's been fairly off-handed in her work. Not sure how Charley boy is going to go down considering all the controversy around his behaviour over the years.
As a human being I feel for the kids, the grandkids and the great-grandkids. I'm sure we can agree that simple compassion is not being unreasonable here. These are human beings we are talking about here. We can at least extend our sympathies on that ground.
[of course the more cynically minded part of me does wonder if, like many in the country, the news of Mary Truss's elevation to Prime Minister and the cabinet she has just announced wasn't the final nail in the coffin (so to speak). I know it has done wonders for my depression this week. 8-(]
BTW: news update ... she's still dead.
Whilst statistically I was always likely to outlive the Queen, actually doing so feels weird. She's been a background permanancy in my life - being on coins, stamps, postboxes etc - that the thought of all that changing feels rather unsettling.
Odd feelings on this otherwise. On a human level, horrible news. I feel horribly very familiar with grief this year and what it does to people. Wouldn't wish it on her family.
On the flipside I've seen a lot of overblown reactions in the media and from people I know whom thought better of, affording her some near divine status: David Roach beautifully summed things up last night when he said "it's ludicrous to say 'Britain is the great country it is today because of her', No- We made it; The artists, writers, Scientists, Politicians, workers and thinkers". There's an air of semi-insincereness about some of it, of not wishing to be labelled a betrayer because one's tie wasn't black enough or insufficient grief was shown when announcing the news. I hate all this.
As to the new king: hopefully we'll see some progressive changes to the Commonwealth and to the monarchy in general!
Quote from: Tjm86 on 09 September, 2022, 05:00:10 AM
Fair point JBC. Although if I'm completely honest I'm at a loss to explain what exactly she has done. Perhaps that's the point.
I think that's definitely the point for me - she could have tried to meddle in politics or mouthed off with the outdated views of a privileged, out-of-touch egomaniac from a different era, but she chose not to, even as she waded through family scandal after family scandal and shared her life with a daft old bigot.
There are some super-rich businessmen I could mention who would do well to follow her example in taking a back seat to things that don't concern them.
Like I say, I'm no monarchist - I'm an anti-monarchist in fact - but I had to have one (which I don't) they'd be something like Liz Windsor.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 09 September, 2022, 10:04:20 AM
she could have tried to meddle in politics or mouthed off with the outdated views of a privileged, out-of-touch egomaniac from a different era, but she chose not to, even as she waded through family scandal after family scandal and shared her life with a daft old bigot.
Interestingly, the only
reported instance of the Queen taking a political position (and this via Palace 'sources' many years ago) was that she butted heads with Thatcher over sanctions against South Africa, the Conservatives being opposed and the Queen choosing to side with the rest of the Commonwealth, who were overwhelmingly in favour.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 09 September, 2022, 10:19:04 AM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 09 September, 2022, 10:04:20 AM
she could have tried to meddle in politics or mouthed off with the outdated views of a privileged, out-of-touch egomaniac from a different era, but she chose not to, even as she waded through family scandal after family scandal and shared her life with a daft old bigot.
Interestingly, the only reported instance of the Queen taking a political position (and this via Palace 'sources' many years ago) was that she butted heads with Thatcher over sanctions against South Africa, the Conservatives being opposed and the Queen choosing to side with the rest of the Commonwealth, who were overwhelmingly in favour.
I won't comment too much on the royal family, other than to point out that they have a bit more power than is generally admitted to, and that the extent of that power itself is a secret (covered by the official secrets act) - which is a bit anachronistic when our tax goes towards them.
Reading her obit last night, it felt like I was reading The Crown's wikipedia page. It's interesting that I know much more about the monarchy now than I did before the dramatisation mined her life (with due acknowledgement of the over-dramatised or fictional bits, obv.).
Quote from: sheridan on 08 September, 2022, 06:52:36 PM
Queen Elizabeth II (https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/ng-interactive/2022/sep/08/queen-elizabeth-ii-life-timeline-death)
Strange, nobody has mentioned this in the media...
I can only imagine the clattering wails engulfing the media right now. Glad I'm out of it. I heard about it here after dropping in for a minute between classic episodes of Rab C. Nesbitt - which is still great, by the way.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 09 September, 2022, 01:48:38 PM
I can only imagine the clattering wails engulfing the media right now. Glad I'm out of it. I heard about it here after dropping in for a minute between classic episodes of Rab C. Nesbitt - which is still great, by the way.
I'll paint a picture for you. On my commute to work I go past a few electronic billboards, the size of a house. They were black, with Liz's name and year or birth - death on. A bit closer to the city centre and there's a similar story on the bus shelter boards (except the background was white, and these ones had a portrait of Liz). Getting closer to work and loads of roads were closed off, police cordons stopping traffic and only allowing those on 'party business' through.
At work, on the corporate intranet there is, of course, a message taking up the whole screen so you have to scroll down to get anything else. TV in the canteen - rolling news coverage. Put on radio four (any time of day) - you guessed it. Check work email, mulitple emails about what's going to be happening, including that one about the traffic being stopped except on party business (the police will call the address for any deliveries to check whether they're expecting visitors).
Sounds like a right pain in the plumbs.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 09 September, 2022, 03:25:20 PM
Sounds like a right pain in the plumbs.
Not entirely looking forward to the journey home - it's difficult enough when there's NYE celebrations and terrorist attacks - I'm imagining that the next
fourteen days of traffic disruption is going to make getting to work an experience.
Also, you'll need to get used to the revisions to the national anthem. (I only know a few lines of our own, I have to admit - it's in irish.)
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 08 September, 2022, 07:39:52 PM
I'm neither British nor a monarchist but I'm very sorry for Britain's loss - as monarchs go they didn't get much better than her.
Got to be honest here Jayzus, it's absolutely hilarious reading your forum signature straight after this post.
I can just about summon up some sympathy for her and the family as people but it's long past time this while toxic, regressive system was torn down and consigned to the dustbin of history.
If a country has to have royalty, please could they be like the wearers of the Raven Crown (Bhutan)? Their monarch is responsible for tourism, Gross National Happiness and democratisation - including instituting a retirement age for the monarch. Wangchuck Dynasty (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wangchuck_dynasty).
I've just been checking my facts - not only do they have a Raven Crown, they also have a Dragon Queen! And we get Princes of Wales, Dukes of $wherever. Wales has a dragon - they should be the Prince of Dragons at least!
I found out about Bhutan in this TED Talk about the country being the only one in the world to be carbon neutral (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Lc_dlVrg5M) - entertaining speaker - when they first mentioned their king it gave me pause for thought, but then revisited the topic later (and said what I mentioned above). Less than twenty minutes long and worth watching.
Quote from: I, Cosh on 09 September, 2022, 05:09:34 PM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 08 September, 2022, 07:39:52 PM
I'm neither British nor a monarchist but I'm very sorry for Britain's loss - as monarchs go they didn't get much better than her.
Got to be honest here Jayzus, it's absolutely hilarious reading your forum signature straight after this post.
I can just about summon up some sympathy for her and the family as people but it's long past time this while toxic, regressive system was torn down and consigned to the dustbin of history.
You'll also notice I said I'm anti-monarchy, and personally I don't feel that expressing sympathy about the passing of an iconic and apparently quite good-natured public figure is at odds with that.
I don't understand the need for a royal family and am glad that I'm a citizen rather than a subject. It might have been believable centuries ago that the right to be a monarch is ordained by God, but I don't believe in him either and the notion that people are born to rule, symbolically or otherwise, is absurd to me. Hence my tagine (though wishing death on them is just a bit of self-indulgent hyoerbole).
Maybe I wasn't clear enough: I said that if I HAD to have a monarch it would be something like the late Elizabeth, but I'm happy that I don't have to have one.
Perhaps this discussion would be better moved to The Political Thread This is the News! thread?
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 09 September, 2022, 07:51:47 PM
Perhaps this discussion would be better moved to The Political Thread This is the News! thread?
Fair point. I've made my views on monarchy known on one or the other of those threads already so I'll say no more about it here, other than to reiterate that my human response to the queen's death and my political stance against her job are two different things.
That wasn't a dig at you (or anyone else), JBC, I share much the same views.
I know it wasn't, cheers Sharky. I totally agree that this isn't the thread for political rants.
For what it's worth, my comment wasn't intended to be a dig at or criticism of you Jayzus. Just genuine amusement.
Quote from: I, Cosh on 10 September, 2022, 10:41:16 AM
For what it's worth, my comment wasn't intended to be a dig at or criticism of you Jayzus. Just genuine amusement.
Sorry. Took it too seriously and got way too defensive.
Anyway, back on topic (sadly) and (unfortunately) somewhat overshadowed by HM Queen Elizabeth II's death; Marsha Hunt (https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/10/marsha-hunt-dead-actress-blacklisted-in-hollywood-dies-aged-104-17345294/), one of the last major Hollywood stars of it's Golden Era has sadly passed away on Tuesday.
Gwyneth Powell, best known as the Grange Hill headteacher Mrs McClusky aged 76
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/gwyneth-powell-dead-grange-hill-headteacher-b2165761.html?src=rss
Quote from: rogue69 on 12 September, 2022, 09:10:16 PM
Gwyneth Powell, best known as the Grange Hill headteacher Mrs McClusky aged 76
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/gwyneth-powell-dead-grange-hill-headteacher-b2165761.html?src=rss
If she was only 76, she must still have been in her thirties when she was in Grange Hill. Blimey.
Charlotte Dingle, 38. Journalist, writer, editor, but to me, friend.
I'm sorry for your loss.
My condolences, Sheridan. 38 is no age, that's tragic.
Very sorry to hear this Sheridan. Much love to you.
Sorry to hear this, Sheridan. That's a very young age. My thoughts are with you.
My condolences for your loss sheridan!!
Thanks all.
Condolences, to you & her friends & family
Jean Luc Godard, a radical French New Wave Filmmaker, has died.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/jean-luc-godard-dead-french-director-1235219353/
I was never Godards greatest acolyte, dare I say I consider his films often dire, but his influence and passion for the medium is irrefutable. A genuine loss. RIP
Sorry to hear of your friend's passing, Sheridan.
I'd known Lottie since they were a teenager, going out to pubs and clubs for the first time. We hadn't seen each other in real life for years until last month when we met at a local museum, art gallery and aquarium. Rackle, Lottie and me were supposed to meet up again later this month to look at the bits we didn't get a chance to see last month. Seems so unreal.
Sorry to hear, Sheridan. My condolences.
Quote from: sheridan on 12 September, 2022, 10:48:29 PM
Charlotte Dingle, 38. Journalist, writer, editor, but to me, friend.
Very sorry for your loss, Sheridan. It's a brutal experience, losing a friend like that.
Sorry for your loss Sheridan.
Actor Jack Ging aged 90 best known for the A-Team & Hawaii Five-0
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/celebrity/the-a-team-and-hawaii-five-o-actor-jack-ging-dies-of-natural-causes-aged-90/ar-AA11KKis?ocid=U452DHP&cvid=d5a269
Claudio Gaetani, 46 (https://pledgetimes.com/farewell-to-claudio-gaetani-the-actor-died-of-an-illness-curler/), actor, film-maker, lecturer, director.
Ken Starr, former Solicitor General under US President George HW Bush and President Bill Clinton impeachment investigator, has passed at 76 due to complications from surgery. (https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kenneth-w-starr-former-federal-judge-and-us-solicitor-general-dies-at-76-301623638.html)
javier marias. extraordinary novelist. from pneumonia due to covid.
tomorrow in the battle think on me is just a soaring novel. his spy trilogy - your face tomorrow - truly haunts. basically all his novels (all in fab english) transport and enrich.
he was also the king of redonda. check it out!
i'm genuinely mourning this particular monarch, after his lifetime of service to culture and imagination. he did a good job.
Eddie Butler (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/62919134), the voice of BBC rugby.
For years I couldn't stand his pretentious bombast. It won't be the same without him. 65 is no age.
i loved him - what an amazing actual voice.
The writer, Dame Hilary Mantel, of Wolf Hall fame, has died unexpectedly.
https://www.itv.com/news/2022-09-23/dame-hilary-mantel-dies-at-the-age-of-70
what a great writer hilary mantel was. readers in this parish may enjoy my favourite novel of hers, fludd - which is a bit like a literary demon nic. i also enjoyed the assassination of margaret thatcher. wonderful writer, gone, from a stroke, far too soon.
years ago, my sister in law sent me a copy of "A Place of Greater Safety" after I told her I'd studied the french revolution, and it was amazing.
I haven't read the Wolf Hall books to my shame because they don't have pictures. For someone with an honours degree in English Lit, I've read shamefully few 'word' books in the last decade or two.
Actress Louise Fletcher, best known as Kai Winn on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine & Nurse Ratched in 1975's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest aged 88.
https://deadline.com/2022/09/louise-fletcher-dead-obituary-one-flew-over-the-cuckoos-nest-oscar-best-actress-1235126266/
Actor Robert Cormier know for American Gods & Slasher aged 33
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/robert-cormier-death-heartland-star-dies-aged-33-after-fall/ar-AA12kKOX
What remained of the economy, it would seem.
Coolio (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/sep/28/coolio-dead-59-gangstas-paradise-rap) is off to the Gangsta's Paradise in the sky.
Genius artist Kim Jung Gi has died at only 47 years old.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/art/news/kim-jung-gi-death-age-artist-animator-b2195936.html
I was just watching videos by Gi the other day :-(
Angela Lansbury, another actor with over seven decades in the business, has died just short of her 97th Birthday.
https://variety.com/2022/tv/news/angela-lansbury-dead-murder-she-wrote-beauty-and-the-beast-1235399636/
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 11 October, 2022, 10:04:11 PM
Angela Lansbury, another actor with over seven decades in the business, has died just short of her 97th Birthday.
https://variety.com/2022/tv/news/angela-lansbury-dead-murder-she-wrote-beauty-and-the-beast-1235399636/
I misread that headline as:
Angela Lansbury Dead: Murder.
She Wrote Beauty and the Beast.
Murder, She Wrote has long been hungover TV of choice for my wife and I. One of the channels has marathons of it on Saturdays/Sundays. We always amuse ourselves by reading her nice old lady act as deeply sarcastic passive aggression.
Always liked this photo (and comment) of her with her longtime friend Bea Arthur:
(https://i.imgur.com/j1vkDPw.png)
Austin Stoker, best known for starring as the black Police Officer in John Carpenter's Assault On Precinct 13, has died.
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/austin-stoker-death-assault-precinct-075136408.html
RIP Pat Mills' career, credibility, and rapidly-dwindling fanbase. (https://comicscene.org/2022/10/11/pat-mills-faces-fan-backlash-over-ai-art-and-nfts/)
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 12 October, 2022, 07:47:05 PM
RIP Pat Mills' career, credibility, and rapidly-dwindling fanbase. (https://comicscene.org/2022/10/11/pat-mills-faces-fan-backlash-over-ai-art-and-nfts/)
It's the credibility bit that disappoints me the most.
After everything he's said for creator's rights, to then jump on this bandwagon is just baffling.
But then, I've read some post about how he's treated his artists recently, and they're pretty bloody shocking too.
I hate to say it, but I think it's for the best that Pat has left the prog.
Quote from: Woolly on 12 October, 2022, 08:05:10 PM
After everything he's said for creator's rights, to then jump on this bandwagon is just baffling.
TBH, Mills has never been about "creators" rights, he's only ever been about
his rights.
Presumably, his position has been that it's up to other creators to stand up for themselves and
maybe it's his supporters who've cast him as a champion of creator rights in general, but his willingness to replace artists at will on his strips (and the shameful exclusion of Martin Emond from the Accident Man credits) seems to indicate that he regards the artist as very much secondary in the creator hierarchy. In that light, his willingness to embrace AI 'art' is unsurprising.
However, we should probably break this out into another thread rather than completely derail this one...
Argentinian comic artist Mario Adalberto Morhain, aka "Morhain", best known for his work on the Comando comics aged 77
https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-commando-comic-artist-mario-adalberto-morhain/
Robbie Coltrane.
Quote from: Richard on 14 October, 2022, 06:11:38 PM
Robbie Coltrane.
RIP Hagrid (for millions), but I think I first saw him in sketch shows like Kick up the 80s, then Tutti Frutti, then Cracker.
The regrettable news about Robbie Coltrane means another one of those featured in the Young Ones has gone.
He was superb in almost everything he performed, whether comic relief as Hagrid or serious acting in Cracker.
Trussnomics
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 14 October, 2022, 10:35:31 PM
The regrettable news about Robbie Coltrane means another one of those featured in the Young Ones has gone.
He was superb in almost everything he performed, whether comic relief as Hagrid or serious acting in Cracker.
He was in the Young Ones?! Time to crack open the video archives...
Quote from: Angry Vince on 21 October, 2022, 10:26:37 PM
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 14 October, 2022, 10:35:31 PM
The regrettable news about Robbie Coltrane means another one of those featured in the Young Ones has gone.
He was superb in almost everything he performed, whether comic relief as Hagrid or serious acting in Cracker.
He was in the Young Ones?! Time to crack open the video archives...
Everyone was in the Young Ones (albeit in blink and you miss them cameos sometimes).
I remember Motorhead playing a gig in their house, for no apparent reason
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 22 October, 2022, 01:39:09 PM
I remember Motorhead playing a gig in their house, for no apparent reason
Apologies if everybody already knows this, but the reason is that by including a musical number, it would be classed as light entertainment rather than comedy, and get a bigger budget.
Quote from: nxylas on 22 October, 2022, 03:01:55 PM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 22 October, 2022, 01:39:09 PM
I remember Motorhead playing a gig in their house, for no apparent reason
Apologies if everybody already knows this, but the reason is that by including a musical number, it would be classed as light entertainment rather than comedy, and get a bigger budget.
Ace of Spades IIRC?
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 22 October, 2022, 01:39:09 PM
I remember Motorhead playing a gig in their house, for no apparent reason
And The Damned playing 'Grimly Fiendish' if we're looking for a comics connection, if I recall correctly...
Ahem, ahem 'Nasty' ahem, ahem.
filippo
Dietrich Mateschitz: Red Bull co-owner & energy drink giant dies aged 78
Quote from: nxylas on 22 October, 2022, 03:01:55 PM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 22 October, 2022, 01:39:09 PM
I remember Motorhead playing a gig in their house, for no apparent reason
Apologies if everybody already knows this, but the reason is that by including a musical number, it would be classed as light entertainment rather than comedy, and get a bigger budget.
Well, I didn't know that - thanks! I remember Ricky Gervais parodying this kind of thing brilliantly by having Coldplay play a gig in Extras' sitcom-within-a-sitcom, then awkwardly shoehorning some self-promotion into the dialogue. Not that I have any time for Coldplay, mind you, or Ricky Gervais much these days too for that matter.
Yeah, it was
Ace of Spades Lemmy and Co were belting out in that student house. It worked well with the general chaos that was going on with the characters simultaneously.
Quote from: rogue69 on 23 October, 2022, 09:51:00 AM
Dietrich Mateschitz: Red Bull co-owner & energy drink giant dies aged 78
Wonder if Dietrich has got wings now?
Quote from: nxylas on 22 October, 2022, 03:01:55 PM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 22 October, 2022, 01:39:09 PM
I remember Motorhead playing a gig in their house, for no apparent reason
Apologies if everybody already knows this, but the reason is that by including a musical number, it would be classed as light entertainment rather than comedy, and get a bigger budget.
News to me! This is the magic of the Board
Quote from: The Enigmatic Dr X on 25 October, 2022, 09:32:33 AM
Quote from: nxylas on 22 October, 2022, 03:01:55 PM
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 22 October, 2022, 01:39:09 PM
I remember Motorhead playing a gig in their house, for no apparent reason
Apologies if everybody already knows this, but the reason is that by including a musical number, it would be classed as light entertainment rather than comedy, and get a bigger budget.
News to me! This is the magic of the Board
Me too!
Roger Waters was sadly found alive in his London flat
Music legend Jerry Lee Lewis aged 87
Dead Kennedys drummer D H Peligro dies after he hits his head in a fall. Damn, one of the finest US punk bands ever, they endured various legal battles, with lead singer Jello Biafra financially settling in the end with the other band members.
https://www.tmz.com/2022/10/29/dead-kennedys-drumer-dh-peligro-dead-dies-falls-head-bathroom/
Quote from: rogue69 on 29 October, 2022, 09:45:12 PM
Music legend Jerry Lee Lewis aged 87
False claim still alive
Quote from: rogue69 on 01 November, 2022, 11:50:14 AM
Quote from: rogue69 on 29 October, 2022, 09:45:12 PM
Music legend Jerry Lee Lewis aged 87
False claim still alive
Absolutely, definitely, dead as a doornail.
SBT
Quote from: rogue69 on 01 November, 2022, 11:50:14 AM
Quote from: rogue69 on 29 October, 2022, 09:45:12 PM
Music legend Jerry Lee Lewis aged 87
False claim still alive
We're not doing conspiracy theories now, are we? 🤦♂️
Goodneess Gracious!
I actually thought he was long dead, but reading about him, he was a pretty nasty bit of work wasn't he?
Quote from: Barrington Boots on 01 November, 2022, 02:11:13 PM
Goodneess Gracious!
I actually thought he was long dead, but reading about him, he was a pretty nasty bit of work wasn't he?
I did wonder if those activities were going to get a mention...
Interesting article on the 13-year-old child bride in the LA Times this week (https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/music/story/2022-10-29/jerry-lee-lewis-myra-brown-williams-marriage-13-cousin) (who despite the photo from the time where she literally is a child, seems to have been the more mature of the two).
Russian MMA fighter Alexander Pisarev aged 33, with reports claiming his death was the result of food poisoning after he ate a poisoned watermelon.
Mimi Parker (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/nov/06/low-drummer-and-vocalist-mimi-parker-has-died) from the band Low. A beautiful voice and one half of a truly unique musical partnership: Just Make it Stop (https://youtu.be/S4viv0utG60)
Damn. Kevin O'Neill.
https://goshlondon.com/the-gosh-blog/rip-kevin-oneill-1953-2022/ (https://goshlondon.com/the-gosh-blog/rip-kevin-oneill-1953-2022/)
Fuck.
Fuck, indeed.
Awful, awful news.
Another legend gone.
Oh no that's terrible news. Damn.
Thanks so much for all the wonderful work.
Thoughts with friends and family.
I can't yet quite process this news. Condolences to all who knew him.
SBT
I'm here to endorse "fuck".
RIP Brother O'Neill.
Quote from: I, Cosh on 07 November, 2022, 02:35:50 PM
Fuck.
succinct ... and totally apposite ...
So much of his work has been absolutely amazing. Words fail ...
RIP to Kevin, but also to FP co-founder Mike Luckman who died last week too.
Ah goddamn man. Genuinely gutting that is, one of the very best.
rip
An authentic original, Kevin O'Neill's artwork was always striking and incredible. Awful news to hear he'll pen no more, and condolences to his friends and family. I don't think there was any more intriguing an artist, stylistically speaking; his work seemed almost abstract yet compelling in detail. With Alan Grant's unfortunate demise earlier this year, 2022 is another year to forget.
That's a total shock.
One of the all the all time 2000AD greats.
Away from the world of 2000AD, Leslie Phillips, 98 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63557414), actor.
Bill Treacher, 92 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63558420), actor (Arthur Fowler from Eastenders).
not a good week
Mike Luckman, one of the three founders of Forbidden Planet passed away on Friday 4th November.
Carlos Pacheco has gone:
https://comic-watch.com/news/comic-book-news/rest-in-power-legendary-artist-carlos-pacheco-1961-2022-passes-away-after-battle-with-als
Quote from: karlos on 09 November, 2022, 07:11:50 PM
Carlos Pacheco has gone:
https://comic-watch.com/news/comic-book-news/rest-in-power-legendary-artist-carlos-pacheco-1961-2022-passes-away-after-battle-with-als
Another really sad one. I love his work on the original Avengers Forever. Really great superhero artist.
Garry Roberts, the founding member and guitarist of the Boomtown Rats, has died.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63577744
Quote from: karlos on 09 November, 2022, 07:11:50 PM
Carlos Pacheco has gone:
https://comic-watch.com/news/comic-book-news/rest-in-power-legendary-artist-carlos-pacheco-1961-2022-passes-away-after-battle-with-als
RIP Carlos Pacheco, a damn fine comic artist.
Personal favourite runs include his brief collaboration with Warren Ellis on Excalibur and his Liquid! coloured brilliance on X-Men with Joe Kelly.
https://nypost.com/2022/11/11/kevin-conroy-iconic-voice-of-batman-dead-at-66/
This has been a scunner of a week. He was my batman
Apparently Elizabeth Windsor is still dead ...
Quote from: The Monarch on 11 November, 2022, 04:34:45 PM
https://nypost.com/2022/11/11/kevin-conroy-iconic-voice-of-batman-dead-at-66/
This has been a scunner of a week. He was my batman
Seconded. THE definitive Batman, in any iteration. Absolute shame.
Henry Kissinger is still not dead.
Kevin Conroy - what a voice. A truly awesome Batman.
Kevin Conroy was the voice of Batman; his rasping vocals made the character. Awful news that he's gone. Now, comic-related media seems to be in the firing line of 2022. An awful year.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 11 November, 2022, 07:38:15 PM
Kevin Conroy was the voice of Batman; his rasping vocals made the character. Awful news that he's gone. Now, comic-related media seems to be in the firing line of 2022. An awful year.
2022 is shaping up to be for comics what 2016 was for music, with the loss of two titans, Bowie and Prince.
Nik Turner, Hawkwind's Saxophone/Flutist aged 82
https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/news/nik-turner-dies-hawkwind-saxophoneflutist-was-82/ar-AA141m4b
Mehran Karimi Nasseri (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-63612017), subject of the film The Terminal and resident of Charles de Gaulle airport, Paris, for eighteen years.
Keith Levene, 65 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63611757), founding member of The Clash (also played guitars in Public Image Ltd).
Actor Tom Owen, best known for the Bill & Last of the Summer Wine aged 73
https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-63560947.amp
Quote from: karlos on 11 November, 2022, 07:25:31 PM
Kevin Conroy - what a voice. A truly awesome Batman.
Very sad to hear that.
He will be forever immortalized by the Arkham game series for me.
Former Playboy Playmate and Ghostbusters actor Kymberly Herrin aged 65.
https://www.standard.co.uk/showbiz/kymberly-herrin-dead-ghostbusters-playboy-actress-model-b1040563.html
I didn't know any of this gentlemen's work, but he wrote an E-Book for Doctor Who and was the author of over 40 other books.
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2022/nov/17/marcus-sedgwick-celebrated-childrens-author-dies-aged-54
Power Rangers actor Jason Frank, aged 49, who initially played Green Ranger, has died. I believe he and most of the cast were treated dreadfully by the show's creators and paid only minimum wage for their first and subsequent seasons. The entertainment industry is notorious for such shabby treatment of actors; I'm sure many writers could also reel off on that subject.
https://gizmodo.com/obituary-jason-david-frank-power-rangers-1849806348?rev=1668963774089
Greg Bear, a writer of Sci-Fi best known for Blood Music and who often penned franchise novels for Star Trek and Halo, has died.
https://comicbook.com/irl/news/greg-bear-sci-fi-author-sdcc-co-founder-dead-71/
James Winburn the original Michael Myers stuntman in Halloween aged 85
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/james-winburn-death-age-halloween-b2230294.html
Wilko Johnson guitarist with Dr FeelGood and Ian Dury and the Blockheads, also Ser Ilyn Payne in the first two seasons of Game of Thrones, 75 years old.
filippo
Quote from: flip-r mk2 on 23 November, 2022, 10:28:10 AM
Wilko Johnson guitarist with Dr FeelGood and Ian Dury and the Blockheads, also Ser Ilyn Payne in the first two seasons of Game of Thrones, 75 years old.
filippo
This is proper gutting. What an amazing talent he was.
Irene Cara, best known for Fame & Flashdance aged 63
Clarence Gilyard, who played Computer tech terrorist thief Theo in Die Hard, has -died.
https://edition.cnn.com/2022/11/29/entertainment/clarence-gilyard-jr-die-hard-dead-intl-scli/index.html
Albert Pyun, director of many a mid-budget action masterpiece and the greatest Marvel movie there ever was.
Terrible loss to cinema.
Christine McVie singer songwriter with Fleetwood Mac aged 79
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63812952
Underground comix artist Aline Kominsky–Crumb - https://www.comicsbeat.com/rip-aline-kominsky-crumb/
Jay Faulkner, who'd been involved in various fandoms, died on the 1st of December https://www.funeraltimes.com/james-jaymesfaulkner307158959
I didn't know Jay well, but I knew him for a long long time and he was always a decent guy I'm sure others here knew him better.
If this is the same guy, then yikes at his last message on Twitter
https://twitter.com/thejayfaulkner/status/1598127274980970497?s=46&t=2H5SIMji2Zbb1JCAqaBq4g (https://twitter.com/thejayfaulkner/status/1598127274980970497?s=46&t=2H5SIMji2Zbb1JCAqaBq4g)
Kirstey Alley, 71 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-63868992).
Ah Hell. Kirstie was one of my first and most enduring screen crushes.
Brian 'Jet Black' Duffy, original drummer of The Stranglers, 84 years old.
filippo
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 30 November, 2022, 11:17:43 AM
Albert Pyun, director of many a mid-budget action masterpiece and the greatest Marvel movie there ever was.
Terrible loss to cinema.
I'm knew he'd been suffering from MS but that's still a shame. I'm not going to pretend he was a great director but a few years back my favourite online film reviewer was doing a Kickboxer retrospective and Pyun turned up in the comments. He was really nice, shared a few stories about the chaotic nature of his productions, answerers summer random questions and just seemed genuinely happy to find people talking about his work. Even the ones who were giving it a kicking.
Ruth Madoc best known for playing Gladys Pugh in Hi-de-Hi! aged 79
Chris Boucher, writer of Doctor Who but best remembered for Blake's 7, probably his finest hour. Tragic news.
https://www.gallifreyannewsroom.com/chris-boucher-1943-2022/
Terry Hall of The Specials dies aged 63 (https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-64029430)
Fun Boy Three - The Lunatics Have Taken Over the Asylum (https://youtu.be/7aItpjF5vXc)
Oh no Terry Hall passing is terrible. Thoughts with friends and family.
Martin Duffy, 55 (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/dec/20/martin-duffy-primal-scream-and-felt-keyboardist-dies-aged-55), keyboardist with Primal Scream and the Charlatans.
Sad news about Terry Hall and Martin Duffy; a bad day for music.
Quote from: Funt Solo on 20 December, 2022, 03:31:05 AM
Terry Hall of The Specials dies aged 63 (https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-64029430)
Ah poo.
RIP Rude Boy.
Director Mike Hodges, aged 90. The man behind the utterly brilliant Get Carter and my favourite movie, the gloriously camp Flash Gordon
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 21 December, 2022, 08:02:43 AM
Director Mike Hodges, aged 90. The man behind the utterly brilliant Get Carter and my favourite movie, the gloriously camp Flash Gordon
Those two films alone are a wonderful legacy. RIP.
I generally like my sci-fi 'lived in', but Flash Gordon is the exception.
Faithless singer Maxi Jazz aged 65
Stephen Grief, a veteran of stage and TV and perhaps best known to Sci-Fi fans as the sadistic Federation Officer Space Commander Travis in Blake's 7, has died.
https://vnexplorer.net/stephen-greif-dead-bbc-blakes-7-and-casanova-actor-dies-aged-78-we-will-miss-him-s6768216.html
John Bird, 86 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64108691), comedian, actor.
I loved everything Bird did - especially the radio series Absolute Power with Stephen Fry.
One of the greatest footballers of all time, Pele.
https://www.the42.ie/pele-3-5957709-Dec2022/
Godmother of Punk
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64122181 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64122181)
Barbara Walters
https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/trailblazing-us-television-news-broadcaster-barbara-walters-dies-aged-93/SR4BBFU4SZDTLLIDEWGKLBBLUQ/ (https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/trailblazing-us-television-news-broadcaster-barbara-walters-dies-aged-93/SR4BBFU4SZDTLLIDEWGKLBBLUQ/)
Benedict XVI.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-64107731.amp
Anita Pointer, a member of the Pointer Sisters aged 74.
Designer. Tom Karen aged 96, Creator of the Raleigh Chopper the Bond bug car & Marble Run game
Alan Rankine co founder of the Associates & music producer aged 64
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Rankine
Kelly Monteith, comedian, aged 80.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64152056
Ah I quite liked his show when I was younger. Fourth wall breaking was newish to me.
Went to see him when I was a kid. It was the first time I heard the word "f**king" on stage.
I used to find his show funny when I was younger too. RIP Kelly.
Earl Boen, aka Dr. Peter Silberman in the first three Terminator films has passed away of lung cancer, aged just 81.
https://variety.com/2023/film/news/earl-boen-the-terminator-actor-dies-1235480866/
Jeff Beck aged 78
That one really hurts. One of my favourite guitarists. And he always came across as a really decent fella.
Lisa Marie Presley, 54 (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/jan/13/lisa-marie-presley-singer-and-daughter-of-elvis-dies-aged-54), singer.
Robbie Bachman Bachman–Turner Overdrive drummer aged 69
Fred White, original drummer with Earth, Wind & Fire aged 67
Jason Pearson, aged only 52.
Absolutely fantastic artist. RIP
Beano's Bash Street Kids artist David Sutherland dies https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-64339747
There was an episode from the late seventies in which a uniform budget was approved for Class 2B because they were looking so scruffy. The next day the kids came goose-stepping into school wearing impeccable Wehrmacht uniforms.
It was all bonkers and I loved it.
Thank you, Mr Sutherland, and rest in peace.
Oh man... David Crosby, 81
I've continually took the other side of whatever band fall out the Cros was on, but this one hit harder than I expected.
Everyone likes David Crosby.
(Now that he's dead).
And it had somehow escaped my attention that Kelly Monteith had passed. Sad news, used to like his shows and gentle style. RIP, Mr M
Quote from: JWare on 19 January, 2023, 09:12:45 PM
There was an episode from the late seventies in which a uniform budget was approved for Class 2B because they were looking so scruffy. The next day the kids came goose-stepping into school wearing impeccable Wehrmacht uniforms.
It was all bonkers and I loved it.
Thank you, Mr Sutherland, and rest in peace.
I really, really wish I could have read that.
I couldn't date it exactly, but it was reprinted in the 1980 annual.
Forty-odd years and I remember it clear as day. (Smiffy, the thick one, was the odd man out in Imperial Japanese kit.)
Nice! Danny's skull-adorned black garb was pointing in that direction anyway.
God bless the internet!
(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i/jsware2002/bash_street_kids_German.jpg)
You're a fecking legend, JWare.
Actor Sylvia Syms aged 89 Ice Cold in Alex and The Queen
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2023/jan/27/sylvia-syms-prolific-british-actor-dies-aged-89
Annie Wersching, Star Trek: Picard's Borg Queen and The Last of Us' Tess, Dies at 45 (https://comicbook.com/irl/news/annie-wersching-death-star-trek-picard-the-last-of-us-rookie-24-timeless-vampire-diaries/)
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 29 January, 2023, 08:46:16 PM
Annie Wersching, Star Trek: Picard's Borg Queen and The Last of Us' Tess, Dies at 45 (https://comicbook.com/irl/news/annie-wersching-death-star-trek-picard-the-last-of-us-rookie-24-timeless-vampire-diaries/)
Well that's just horrible news. Recently started a Bosch rewatch. Fuck you cancer.
Lisa Loring, 64 (https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/jan/30/lisa-loring-the-original-wednesday-addams-dies-at-age-64), actor, the original TV Wednesday Addams.
Tom Verliaine frontman of the band Television aged 73
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/music/television-band-star-tom-verlaine-dies-aged-73/ar-AA16QNRP?ocid=U452DHP&li=AAnZ9Ug
Cindy Williams of Laverne And Shirley fame has died. After appearing in George Lucas's American Graffiti, she auditioned for Princess Leia in Star Wars.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/cindy-williams-dead-laverne-and-shirley-1235313231/
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 31 January, 2023, 10:40:46 AM
Cindy Williams of Laverne And Shirley fame has died. After appearing in George Lucas's American Graffiti, she auditioned for Princess Leia in Star Wars.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/cindy-williams-dead-laverne-and-shirley-1235313231/
I was introduced to Laverne And Shirley during the 80s TVAM strike so I would end up skipping to school (when no one was watching 😳) 😂😂😂😂
Paco Rabanne, 88 (https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2023/feb/03/paco-rabanne-spanish-fashion-designer-dies), fashion designer.
Charlie Thomas singer with The Drifters aged 85
Quote from: sheridan on 03 February, 2023, 03:44:59 PMPaco Rabanne, 88 (https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2023/feb/03/paco-rabanne-spanish-fashion-designer-dies), fashion designer.
No disrespect to the memory of Paco Rabanne, but I would be genuinely surprised if he touched the lives of anyone on this forum. I like to think that I am more stylish than the average middle-aged comics fan, but matching socks would often be the limit of my sartorial sophistication.
Burt Bacharach, one of pop's greatest songwriters aged 94
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64587070
Film director Hugh Hudson, best known for Chariots of Fire & Greystoke, the legend of Tarzan aged 86
Quote from: JWare on 07 February, 2023, 10:23:28 AMQuote from: sheridan on 03 February, 2023, 03:44:59 PMPaco Rabanne, 88 (https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2023/feb/03/paco-rabanne-spanish-fashion-designer-dies), fashion designer.
No disrespect to the memory of Paco Rabanne, but I would be genuinely surprised if he touched the lives of anyone on this forum. I like to think that I am more stylish than the average middle-aged comics fan, but matching socks would often be the limit of my sartorial sophistication.
Didn't he create a classic men's fragrance? You might not wear his clothes but you have probably smelled (smelt?) him at some stage?
Now that you mention it, I have heard of the fragrance, but unless it's identical to Lynx deodorant, with top notes of cheese and onion, and a hint of John Player King Size, then I can't say I've recognised the smell.
Chris Browne,cartoonist of Hägar the Horrible and son of the creator Dik Browne, aged 70 just days after the strip celebrated it's 50 anniversary
https://www.comicsbeat.com/chris-browne-long-time-cartoonist-of-hagar-the-horrible-has-died/?fbclid=IwAR0BFXrM6zR2dTQvBH_ES8GqGkXpiILydpHBYa1r73ryI7X2RTTJBGHTbys
David "TRUGOY The Dove" Jolicoeur AKA Plug Two, one-third of the iconic De La Soul, aged 54
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/de-la-soul-trugoy-the-dove-dead-obit-1234678463/
The drink LILT after 50 years is now being rebranded as Fanta Pineapple & Grapefruit
Totally topical taste :(
Raquel Welch was a much-admired 1960s-sixties movie icon, and sadly she has passed away. Her fur bikini was so memorable that the Shawshank Redemption used it in its escape scene.
https://www.lbc.co.uk/news/raquel-welch-dies-age-82/
Stella Stevens, another sixties bombshell actress, dies aged 84.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/stella-stevens-dead-nutty-professor-1235328909/
Richard Belzaer, Det. john Munch in the Law and Order / Homicide: Life on the Beat franchise and cousin of Henry "The Fonz" Winkler, has sadly dird today at his home in France at the age of 78.
https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2023/02/richard-belzer-comedian-and-star-of-law-and-order-has-died-at-78/amp
Legendary sports presenter Dickie Davies aged 94
https://metro.co.uk/2023/02/19/dickie-davies-legendary-sports-presenter-dies-aged-94-18311044/
Quote from: rogue69 on 19 February, 2023, 09:32:46 PMLegendary sports presenter Dickie Davies aged 94
https://metro.co.uk/2023/02/19/dickie-davies-legendary-sports-presenter-dies-aged-94-18311044/
"Mention the Lord of the Rings just once more, and I'll more than likely kill you..."
</niche reference>
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 19 February, 2023, 11:11:32 PMQuote from: rogue69 on 19 February, 2023, 09:32:46 PMLegendary sports presenter Dickie Davies aged 94
https://metro.co.uk/2023/02/19/dickie-davies-legendary-sports-presenter-dies-aged-94-18311044/
"Mention the Lord of the Rings just once more, and I'll more than likely kill you..."
</niche reference>
Is this a wok that you've shoved down my throat..?
Richard Belzer, a cousin of Henry Winkler, was most noted for Homicide: Life On The Streets.
https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/feb/19/richard-belzer-detective-john-munch-tv-dies
Quote from: Fate Amenable to Change on 20 February, 2023, 12:36:51 AMQuote from: Jim_Campbell on 19 February, 2023, 11:11:32 PMQuote from: rogue69 on 19 February, 2023, 09:32:46 PMLegendary sports presenter Dickie Davies aged 94
https://metro.co.uk/2023/02/19/dickie-davies-legendary-sports-presenter-dies-aged-94-18311044/
"Mention the Lord of the Rings just once more, and I'll more than likely kill you..."
</niche reference>
Is this a wok that you've shoved down my throat..?
I like to still romantically believe he's aiive.
Quote from: nxylas on 20 February, 2023, 02:16:16 PMI like to still romantically believe he's aiive.
I'd just like to apologise to the forum for this outbreak of Half-Man Half-Biscuit which, TBH, I should really have seen coming. :)
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 20 February, 2023, 02:25:20 PMQuote from: nxylas on 20 February, 2023, 02:16:16 PMI romantically like to still believe he's aiive.
I'd just like to apologise to the forum for this outbreak of Half-Man Half-Biscuit which, TBH, I should really have seen coming. :)
Dude, have you seen my sig line?
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 20 February, 2023, 11:15:42 AMRichard Belzer, a cousin of Henry Winkler, was most noted for Homicide: Life On The Streets.
https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/feb/19/richard-belzer-detective-john-munch-tv-dies
See post #8681 please
Quote from: nxylas on 20 February, 2023, 02:27:32 PMQuote from: Jim_Campbell on 20 February, 2023, 02:25:20 PMQuote from: nxylas on 20 February, 2023, 02:16:16 PMI romantically like to still believe he's aiive.
I'd just like to apologise to the forum for this outbreak of Half-Man Half-Biscuit which, TBH, I should really have seen coming. :)
Dude, have you seen my sig line?
I can stay on topic even with the HMHB minor derailment we're engaged in:
Those No Longer In Need Of Season Tickets (https://halfmanhalfbiscuit.uk/because-i-aint-got-a-job/those-no-longer-in-need-of-season-tickets/)
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 20 February, 2023, 03:11:40 PMQuote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 20 February, 2023, 11:15:42 AMRichard Belzer, a cousin of Henry Winkler, was most noted for Homicide: Life On The Streets.
https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/feb/19/richard-belzer-detective-john-munch-tv-dies
See post #8681 please
Obviously not.
John Motson, the voice of BBC football commentary aged 77
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/02/23/john-motson-dead-bbc-football-commentator-dies-aged-77/
So there's this potato and he has three daughters. He's very protective of them, and insists on screening their boyfriends before they get married. Potato society can be a bit backward like that, but that's a debate for another time.
Anyway, one day the oldest daughter brings her boyfriend home to introduce him to the folks.
"Papa," says she "meet my boyfriend, King Edward"
"My my my" says the father "A king! It would be an honour to join our families!"
A few months later, the middle daughter shows up with her suitor.
"Papa," says she "meet my beau, Jersey Royal."
"Well well well!" Says the father " More royalty! This will make a fine match!"
It's about another year before the youngest shows up with a fella.
"Papa," says she "I would like you to meet John Motson, my fiance."
"No no no" says the father " This will not stand! I forbid you to marry him!"
"Whyever not!?" Pleads the daughter.
"Why? He's just a common-tater!"
...
I'm not sorry and I'd do it again.
RIP in peace Motty
Leiji Matsumoto, legendary manga creator known for his epic science fiction sagas, including Galaxy Express 999, Queen Emeraldas and Space Battleship Yamato, aged 85
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-64703518
Betty Boothroyd, 93 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-64786680), House of Commons Speaker.
Quote from: rogue69 on 23 February, 2023, 10:38:52 PMLeiji Matsumoto, legendary manga creator known for his epic science fiction sagas, including Galaxy Express 999, Queen Emeraldas and Space Battleship Yamato, aged 85
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-64703518
This one escaped me and now i'm feeling such a cavalcade of emotions.
Arcadia of our Youth was such a formative work for me.
Ricou Browning, better known as The Creature From The Black Lagoon.
https://deadline.com/2023/02/ricou-browning-dead-creature-from-the-black-lagoon-gil-man-actor-was-93-1235274927/amp/
Steve Mackey Pulp bassist aged 56
https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-64827409.amp
Quote from: rogue69 on 02 March, 2023, 05:44:13 PMSteve Mackey Pulp bassist aged 56
https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-64827409.amp
So sad.
Tom Sizemore: Saving Private Ryan actor dies at 61 after brain aneurysm https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64721187
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 04 March, 2023, 07:42:19 AMTom Sizemore: Saving Private Ryan actor dies at 61 after brain aneurysm https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64721187
Tom Sizemore was a charismatic actor, but his battles with addictions are well-documented, which meant he perhaps didn't achieve what he might have done. He was excellent in The Relic, now considered a poor 90s horror movie, and that moment in Saving Private Ryan, where he hurls his helmet at a German soldier, is one of those badass moments from Cinema I'll never forget.
His performance in Strange Days always comes to mind for me. Great actor although by most accounts a bit of a scumbag IRL. A shame all round.
absolutely excellent tribute in Vulture. Some wonderful prose, not least this paragraph
"part of his power came from the cognitive dissonance of seeing one of cinema's scariest sleazebags cast as a soft-spoken guardian of civilization. There would be a period where you'd wait for the other shoe to drop, revealing Sizemore's character as a secret monster — and when it became clear that he wasn't one, his character's allies seemed more formidable, because they'd somehow persuaded a wolf to guard the farm."
https://www.vulture.com/article/tom-sizemore-obituary-remembrance.html
Gary Rossington the last surviving founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd aged 71
https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/news/lynyrd-skynyrd-founding-guitarist-gary-rossington-dies-aged-71/ar-AA18gvbP
I've been seeing a lot of fake death news stories on Facebook again recently. It used to be Morgan Freeman and Rowan Atkinson, now it's Sylvester Stallone and Justin Bieber.
Cartoonist Trog drew Flook and had a very original style in caricatures lampooning politicians. A very influential talent, indeed.
https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-cartoonist-and-jazz-musician-wally-fawkes-aka-trog/
Mystic Meg, a Tv personality and astrologer.
https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-mystic-meg-astrologer-margaret-29411558
Chaim Topol aged 87,actor, singer and illustrator, best known for the films Fiddler on the Roof, Flash Gordon & For Your Eyes Only.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64898895
Quote from: rogue69 on 09 March, 2023, 01:20:35 PMChaim Topol aged 87,actor, singer and illustrator, best known for the films Fiddler on the Roof, Flash Gordon & For Your Eyes Only.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64898895
Topol's Dr. Hans Zarkov among the best things about the Flash Gordon film (tough competition from Brian Blessed and Max von Sydow).
Robert Blake, a considerable performer forever mired in the controversy surrounding the murder of his then-wife, Boony Lee Bakely.
https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/robert-blake-dead-baretta-actor-murder-trial-1235548839/
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 09 March, 2023, 10:28:26 AMMystic Meg, a Tv personality and astrologer.
https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-mystic-meg-astrologer-margaret-29411558
I wonder if she saw that coming ....
Quote from: Tjm86 on 10 March, 2023, 05:52:34 PMQuote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 09 March, 2023, 10:28:26 AMMystic Meg, a Tv personality and astrologer.
https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-mystic-meg-astrologer-margaret-29411558
I wonder if she saw that coming ....
Someone had to say it.
Quote from: Rara Avis on 10 March, 2023, 07:05:57 PMQuote from: Tjm86 on 10 March, 2023, 05:52:34 PMQuote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 09 March, 2023, 10:28:26 AMMystic Meg, a Tv personality and astrologer.
https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-mystic-meg-astrologer-margaret-29411558
I wonder if she saw that coming ....
Someone had to say it.
I knew you'd say that.
The cartoonist and wit, Bill Tidy, will pen no more.
https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-the-worlds-greatest-cartoonist-bill-tidy-mbe/
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 12 March, 2023, 10:49:32 AMThe cartoonist and wit, Bill Tidy, will pen no more.
https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-the-worlds-greatest-cartoonist-bill-tidy-mbe/
Very sad. I still have a yellowing clipping somewhere from a free North-West arts newspaper from 1985 of a Bill Tidy two-panel cartoon that still makes me chuckle just thinking about it:
p.1: stage door - young man and older couple. "Thanks for coming to my opening night, Mum & Dad, I'll try to give you a wave"
p.2: on stage - a pantomime horse with a hand sticking out the arse.
Went to a party at Chorlton Irish Club a few years ago and they had a 'cartoon confession' booth - you confessed some misdeed to a cartoonist who drew it. My friend came back with one and I was scornful - it was such an obvious rip-off of Bill Tidy's style. "Oh yeah, that was his name" said my friend - sadly, by this time he'd packed up and gone, so I missed meeting one of my all time favourite cartoonists (a position currently held by Bill Squires, FYI)
ffs, DAVID Squires (not dead, btw, just typed name wrong above)
Lance Reddick of the Wire, John Wick, Fringe ...
:(
Crossposting my response from another forum.
QuoteThis news has me feeling absolutely socked and heartbroken. He was quite a talented actor who in the past few years was starting to get more recognition on both TV and the Silver Screen, due in no small part, to his natural charisma and acting abilities.
My condolences to his family, friends and colleagues!!
Hawkwind guitarist and founder Mick Slattery aged 77
Lance Reddick died there at the weekend - damn fine actor.
Too young at 60 years of age - aside from the fact he looked about 50 and was apparently fit as a fiddle.
Ask not for whom the bell tolls.
Paul O'Grady: TV presenter and comedian dies aged 67 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65108130
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 29 March, 2023, 05:54:19 AMPaul O'Grady: TV presenter and comedian dies aged 67 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65108130
I read a rather wonderful story on Twitter. Back in his Lily Savage days, at the height of the AIDS panic, he was playing a gay club which was raided by the Met. The officers were all wearing rubber gloves, to protect themselves from the "gay plague". Quick as a flash, Savage ad-libbed from the stage "Hello, looks like we've got some help with the washing-up."
I think I may have seen him once, long ago, in the final decades of the last century, at Henry Africa's in Parbold.
Quote from: nxylas on 29 March, 2023, 03:47:26 PMQuote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 29 March, 2023, 05:54:19 AMPaul O'Grady: TV presenter and comedian dies aged 67 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65108130
I read a rather wonderful story on Twitter. Back in his Lily Savage days, at the height of the AIDS panic, he was playing a gay club which was raided by the Met. The officers were all wearing rubber gloves, to protect themselves from the "gay plague". Quick as a flash, Savage ad-libbed from the stage "Hello, looks like we've got some help with the washing-up."
Paul O'Grady: How Lily Savage defied police who raided a pub with rubber gloves https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65115059
Keith Reid lyricist for Procol Harum aged 76
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/mar/30/keith-reid-lyricist-for-procol-harum-dies-aged-76
Falcon off of Gladiators:
https://www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/23425943.basingstokes-gladiator-bernadette-hunt-aka-falcon-dies-aged-59/?ref=rss
This whole thread is usually depressing reading, but that feels especially bitter to read.
Klaus Teuber, 70 (https://www.dicebreaker.com/games/catan-1/news/catan-creator-passes-away), game designer. Specifically designer of Settlers of Catan, probably the most influential single game to be released in recorded memory (practically gave birth to the genre of German* Board** Games).
* the genre isn't limited to German games
** the genre isn't limited to board games
Norman Reynolds an unfamiliar name but the Production Designer responsible for bringing Star Wars and others to life.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-65200513
Crikey, was also the production designer for The Return to Oz, so I have Norman Reynolds to thank for years of trauma (and subsequent inspiration).
The wonders of the unsung vital cogs who make the movie industry machine run, not a bad legacy mind.
Quote from: sheridan on 05 April, 2023, 07:35:25 PMKlaus Teuber, 70 (https://www.dicebreaker.com/games/catan-1/news/catan-creator-passes-away), game designer. Specifically designer of Settlers of Catan, probably the most influential single game to be released in recorded memory (practically gave birth to the genre of German* Board** Games).
* the genre isn't limited to German games
** the genre isn't limited to board games
Catan is such a lovely simple game concept, no wonder it was influential. Anyone played Dorfromantik? a similar gentle online game
S Club 7 singer Paul Cattermole aged 46
I just want to pass my personal condolences to Michael Carroll for his lost of his dad on the 3rd of April. Always sad news to loose someone close to you.
Quote from: broodblik on 08 April, 2023, 03:55:17 PMI just want to pass my personal condolences to Michael Carroll for his lost of his dad on the 3rd of April. Always sad news to loose someone close to you.
Ah no, deepest condolences to Michael and his. By no means an easy time to go through, hope he is holding together all right.
Sympathies and all good wishes to Mike.
Rachel Pollack, best known as a writer on the comic books Doom Patrol and New Gods, aged 77
https://comicbook.com/comics/news/doom-patrol-writer-rachel-pollack-dead/
Sorry for your loss Michael.
Aw, man, really sorry, Mike. If you see this, I hope you're all coping.
My deepest condolences Mike and hope you & all your family are coping alright doing the Easter hols.
My condolences to you and yours, Michael.
Al Jaffee aged 102, Mad magazine artist and creator of the Mad Fold-In
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/10/arts/al-jaffee-dead.html
Fashion designer Dame Mary Quant aged 93
https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2023/apr/13/fashion-designer-dame-mary-quant-dies
Hill Sixteen - another horse dies for our sporting entertainment! 😡
Barry Humphries at 89
https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-65328507 (https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-65328507)
Mark Stewart from The Pop Group: https://www.nme.com/en_au/news/music/the-pop-groups-mark-stewart-dies-aged-62-3434114
Len Goodman: Ex-Strictly head judge dies at 78 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65373373
Harry Belafonte, aged 96.
As a boy, he was simply the voice of Christmas in my parents house on a crackly old vinyl. As an adult I realised what a great force he was as an activist. I'm a heavy metal guy and people are always surprised to find Belafonte records in my collection. I'll be spinning some tonight!
Quote from: Barrington Boots on 25 April, 2023, 03:23:51 PMHarry Belafonte, aged 96.
As a boy, he was simply the voice of Christmas in my parents house on a crackly old vinyl. As an adult I realised what a great force he was as an activist. I'm a heavy metal guy and people are always surprised to find Belafonte records in my collection. I'll be spinning some tonight!
Island in The Sun was one of the songs we played at my Dad's funeral around this time last year.
Regards,
Robin
That was a sad one alright- while he didn't write the Banana Boat Song, I'm guessing it's because of him everyone knows it.
Actor Ron Faber aged 90 best known for his small role of Chuck in The Exorcist.
https://deadline.com/2023/04/ron-faber-dead-the-exorcist-actor-obituary-1235338703/
Jerry Springer, former mayor of Cincinnati & chat show host, aged 79
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-us-canada-65416401
https://news.sky.com/story/amp/jerry-springer-dies-at-the-age-of-79-12867660
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Zippy
2006-2023
My deepest condolences, Legendary Shark. :'(
Always sad when you lose your "best" friend, Sharky. You have my condolences
Thanks, chaps.
Aw no. Really sorry for your loss, Sharky.
Sorry to read about the loss of your furry friend, Sharky. Take care, mate.
Ah now, i'm sorry Shark. :(
He's had a good, long life and it was time for him to go - but, as all animal lovers know, it still hurts. Your messages help a lot, so thank you everyone.
Sorry for your lose Shark. Sounds like a wonderful companion and friend. But also they they enjoyed life. Keep on keepin' on.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 27 April, 2023, 04:31:17 PMJerry Springer, former mayor of Cincinnati & chat show host, aged 79
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-us-canada-65416401
https://news.sky.com/story/amp/jerry-springer-dies-at-the-age-of-79-12867660
Used to live around the corner from Jerry's birthplace (Highgate tube station, during the Blitz).
aww, sorry to hear about Zippy. He looks like a grand old fella
Actor Terrence Hardiman best known for The Demon Headmaster aged 86
Very sorry to hear about your loss Sharky. It's awful to lose a beloved companion.
Quote from: rogue69 on 09 May, 2023, 10:28:59 AMActor Terrence Hardiman best known for The Demon Headmaster aged 86
R.I.P. to the Demon Headmaster and Maj. Hans-Dietrich Reinhardt amongst many, many other memorable roles both in film and on television.
Coincidently, I briefly glanced at his Wikipedia page last night in relation to his role in Secret Army.
Thank you, friends.
Just learned that the prolific voice and television actor, Brendan O'Brian, who is best known for his role as the original voice of Crash Bandicoot had suddenly & unexpectedly passed away in March. No cause of death was given by his family.
https://www.playstationlifestyle.net/2023/05/15/crash-bandicoot-voice-actor-brendan-obrien-passed-away/
Russ Nicholson, fantasy artist - probably best known in these parts as the artist for the original interiors of Fighting Fantasy - The Warlock of Firetop Mountain, but also a Dungeons & Dragons and White Dwarf artist.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65644596
Andy Rourke, bassist with The Smiths, has left us at the far too young age of 59.
Awful news to wake up to.
Rest well, Andy.
Andy Rourke, 59 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65644596), bassist with the Smiths.
Jim Brown, the noted American football player, sports analyst, social activist and actor, best known for winning the NFL Championship with the Cleveland Browns in 1964 and for portraying diverse characters such as Robert Jefferson in The Dirty Dozen, Captain Leslie Anders in Ice Station Zebra, Fireball in The Running Man, Byron Williams in Mars Attacks! & Butch Meathook in Small Soldiers, amongst many, many others, has sadly passed away.
https://variety.com/2023/film/news/jim-brown-dead-dirty-dozen-1235619369/
Martin Amis is gone. Feck it anyway
https://www.cbr.com/ray-stevenson-ahoska-thor-punisher-war-zone-obituary/
Absolutely shit news.
Aw, for feck's sake. I remember the Megazine's old film reviewer saying Ray Stevenson would make a good Dredd - no arguments here. And Rome was one of the best series ever.
I never knew he was Irish till now either.
His Titus was superb in Rome and I thought made the series- sad news 🙁
13!
Vorenus & Pullo: Laurel and Hardy with edged weapons.
Rolf Harris, convicted sex offender and entertainer aged 93
Quote from: rogue69 on 23 May, 2023, 02:14:17 PMRolf Harris, convicted sex offender and entertainer aged 93
I was more saddened by the awful revelations about him than I am by this news. Jimmy Savile was always a bit creepy, but I used to love Rolf when I was a kid.
Rome was a GREAT show and Ray Stevenson as Pullo the best thing in a thing of great things.
Quote from: nxylas on 23 May, 2023, 02:52:31 PMQuote from: rogue69 on 23 May, 2023, 02:14:17 PMRolf Harris, convicted sex offender and entertainer aged 93
I was more saddened by the awful revelations about him than I am by this news. Jimmy Savile was always a bit creepy, but I used to love Rolf when I was a kid.
With you all the way. I was very disturbed when his true self was made public.
It did come as a bit of a surprise - unlike with Saville and Glitter. I remember on a college trip to London two of the women on my course went to a bar (Glitter Bar?) and encountered him - they found him creepy, back in the early nineties.
Tina Turner, Queen of Rock N Roll, power soul and Pop Music.
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/may/24/tina-turner-legendary-rocknroll-singer-dies-aged-83
Aw, now that's a sad loss.
Also Aunty in Mad Max 3: Beyond Thunderdome :-(
Quote from: sheridan on 25 May, 2023, 08:54:03 AMAlso Aunty in Mad Max 3: Beyond Thunderdome :-(
That's how I remember her best. She was perfect for the role.
Quote from: sheridan on 25 May, 2023, 08:54:03 AMAlso Aunty in Mad Max 3: Beyond Thunderdome :-(
The woman wore a 55kg chainmail dress for the role.
That is dedication to showbusiness.
Rest in peace, Ms. Turner.
Quote from: JWare on 25 May, 2023, 02:08:53 PMQuote from: sheridan on 25 May, 2023, 08:54:03 AMAlso Aunty in Mad Max 3: Beyond Thunderdome :-(
The woman wore a 55kg chainmail dress for the role.
That is dedication to showbusiness.
Rest in peace, Ms. Turner.
Nice piece in the Grauniad by George Miller about working with her on Thunderdome https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/may/25/tina-turner-remembered-by-mad-max-director-george-miller-she-was-the-opposite-of-a-diva (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/may/25/tina-turner-remembered-by-mad-max-director-george-miller-she-was-the-opposite-of-a-diva)
I only found out today that she sang on Frank Zappa's Overnite Sensation. That horrible, despicable cock wart Ike Turner basically rented her out for $25 a day and forbid her from having a credit on the album so she couldn't earn any royalties (read: financial independence).
KENNETH ANGER (https://www.theguardian.com/film/2023/may/24/kenneth-anger-dark-magus-occult-desire-hollywood-babylon) director of a tent pole entry of the cinematic queer avant-garde and literary occult, The Magick Lantern Cycle of films as well as the whole cloth fictitious but highly entertaining scandal rag Hollywood Babylon.
This is a few days old, but I don't think it's been posted here yet, and I've only just heard - George Logan, best known as Dr Evadne Hinge, half of Hinge & Bracket: https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2023/may/24/george-logan-hinge-and-bracket-obituary
Wrestling legend The Iron Sheik aged 81
Quote from: rogue69 on 07 June, 2023, 07:38:18 PMWrestling legend The Iron Sheik aged 81
FUCK THE DEATH, I BREAK HIS JABRONI NECK
Loved the Sheik, sad loss.
Treat Williams, an actor in many movies and TV shows, died in a road accident. Excellent in Lovecraftian-inspired horror Deep Rising.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-65886521
Deep Rising is a dire film despite featuring Trevor Goddard and Wes Studi.
My favourite Treat Williams role is definitely as Critical Bill in Things to do in Denver when you're Dead. Sad to hear he's passed.
Cormac McCarthy, the author of many books, including No Country For Old Men and the cannibal apocalypse The Road. Both were turned into Movies.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65898867
John Romita Sr., Legendary Marvel Artist,aged 93
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/john-romita-sr-dead-marvel-artist-1235515094/?
A truly classic artist - best wishes to this family and loved ones.
Unfortunate news about John Romita. His golden age work is priceless.
Glenda Jackson, an actor and Labour MP.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-65916692
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 13 June, 2023, 09:35:50 PMCormac McCarthy, the author of many books, including No Country For Old Men and the cannibal apocalypse The Road. Both were turned into Movies.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65898867
The Sunset Limited, though oft considered a minor entry in his canon, is inevitably destined to become one of the defining stage plays of the 21st century.
RIP to a real titan of the literary world.
Now, i suppose I should probably read Blood Meridian, huh...
Actress Angela Thorne, best known for starring as Marjory Frobisher in the sitcom To The Manor Born, aged 84.
Quote from: rogue69 on 14 June, 2023, 06:55:12 AMJohn Romita Sr., Legendary Marvel Artist,aged 93
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/john-romita-sr-dead-marvel-artist-1235515094/?
Very sad to hear about JR Sr.
Legendary comic artist.
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 15 June, 2023, 01:29:17 PMQuote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 13 June, 2023, 09:35:50 PMCormac McCarthy, the author of many books, including No Country For Old Men and the cannibal apocalypse The Road. Both were turned into Movies.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65898867
The Sunset Limited, though oft considered a minor entry in his canon, is inevitably destined to become one of the defining stage plays of the 21st century.
RIP to a real titan of the literary world.
Now, i suppose I should probably read Blood Meridian, huh...
You really should. I re-read it recently and it's an absolute masterpiece.
John Waddington, guitarist for post-punk band the Pop Group aged 63
https://pitchfork.com/news/the-pop-group-john-waddington-dies-at-63/
https://www.cbr.com/alan-arkin-academy-award-emmy-award-winner-obituary/
Alan Arkin. Legend
Quote from: karlos on 30 June, 2023, 05:22:14 PMhttps://www.cbr.com/alan-arkin-academy-award-emmy-award-winner-obituary/
Alan Arkin. Legend
It takes quite a lot for me to give a fuck about people dying - but Alan Arkin!
I don't know what it was about that guy - he just had incredibly likeable bones, I guess. Big love for all his work, but it was Catch-22 that introduced me to him. He's like a far less annoying Alan Alda - and I like Alan Alda.
Yeah, he was summat special.
A bit of a renaissance man, by all accounts, as well.
Need to catch Freebie and the Bean again!
Ex-WWE wrestler & American Football player Darren "Droz" Drozov aged 54
https://www.wrestlinginc.com/1328213/darren-drozdov-dead-wwe-ecw-star-age-54/
Milan Kundera, 94 (https://www.theguardian.com/books/2023/jul/12/milan-kundera-the-unbearable-lightness-of-being-author-dies-aged-94), author, exile from Communist Czechoslovakia.
Sad to hear writer/producer Manny Coto died on July 9th.
He created the fantastic Odyssey 5, plus showran later seasons of Star Trek: Enterprise and 24.
Quote from: sheridan on 12 July, 2023, 12:48:56 PMMilan Kundera, 94 (https://www.theguardian.com/books/2023/jul/12/milan-kundera-the-unbearable-lightness-of-being-author-dies-aged-94), author, exile from Communist Czechoslovakia.
Fantastic writer.
George Armstrong, best known as Alan Humphries in Grange Hill and PC Driscoll in The Bill aged 60
https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-grange-hill-bill-star-30455457
Quote from: rogue69 on 13 July, 2023, 04:08:14 PMGeorge Armstrong, best known as Alan Humphries in Grange Hill and PC Driscoll in The Bill aged 60
https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-grange-hill-bill-star-30455457
Funny, I just remembered
Tucker's Luck out of the blue for no reason yesterday. Maybe it was a premonition?
Actress and singer Jane Birkin, aged only 76: https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2023/jul/16/jane-birkin-actor-and-singer-dies-aged-76
Music icon Tony Bennett aged 96
One for the "didn't know they were still alive until they weren't" list.
Not part of the rat pack but only because Tony was too busy with other things to raise hell (Tony and Frank were friends) beeb bio (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-66271090)
George Alagiah, 67 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65949435), journalist, newsreader.
Julian Sands: British actor confirmed dead after remains identified. (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64328590?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA%27)
(https://3ec-tv.com/julian-sands-photo.jpg)
Sinead O'Conner aged 56 just 18 months after losing her son
https://metro.co.uk/2023/07/26/sinead-o-connor-dead-aged-56-teenage-son-shane-died-at-17-19198418/
Aw no :(
Screenwriter Bo Goldman, who wrote the script for One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/bo-goldman-dead-cuckoos-nest-melvin-howard-screenwriter-1235546036/
Quote from: rogue69 on 26 July, 2023, 08:27:35 PMSinead O'Conner aged 56 just 18 months after losing her son
https://metro.co.uk/2023/07/26/sinead-o-connor-dead-aged-56-teenage-son-shane-died-at-17-19198418/
I've seen her round Dublin over the years - she had an amazing voice and wasn't afraid to speak out. And when she ripped up that photo of the pope she could see what took years for the rest of us to understand- I remember a mural in the heart of the city with words along the lines of 'Sorry, Sinéad - you were right.
Nothing compares.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 27 July, 2023, 01:11:44 PMQuote from: rogue69 on 26 July, 2023, 08:27:35 PMSinead O'Conner aged 56 just 18 months after losing her son
https://metro.co.uk/2023/07/26/sinead-o-connor-dead-aged-56-teenage-son-shane-died-at-17-19198418/
I've seen her round Dublin over the years - she had an amazing voice and wasn't afraid to speak out. And when she ripped up that photo of the pope she could see what took years for the rest of us to understand- I remember a mural in the heart of the city with words along the lines of 'Sorry, Sinéad - you were right.
I think most people didn't know about the abuse scandal at the time, and just took the message as "Catholicism bad". It's like when John Lydon tried to warn people about Jimmy Savile and people just thought he was being outrageous for the sake of it.
Yep - I remember listening to the radio the next morning and the presenter said something like: 'Grow up, Sinéad'. And I agreed with him, because even though I was starting to see the cracks in the cabal of bone-rattlers that were running our country, I was still fucking clueless.
At the very least, Sinéad lived to see the rest of us eat our words.
'Through their own words
They will be exposed
They've got a severe case of
The emperor's new clothes.'
Inga Swenson, the two-time Tony-nominated singer and actress best known as the German cook Gretchen Kraus in the TV series Benson, aged 90
https://www.msn.com/en-us/tv/news/inga-swenson-actress-on-broadway-and-gretchen-the-cook-on-benson-dies-at-90/ar-AA1evtPF
Paul Ruben's - Pee Wee Herman himself:
https://deadline.com/2023/07/paul-reubens-dead-pee-wee-herman-obituary-actor-was-70-1235451477/
Amazing talent.
The world is a little left daft today.
Actor Angus Cloud, who played Fezco O'Neill in Euphoria, aged 25.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/angus-cloud-dead-cause-euphoria-b2385247.html
Mark Margolis, best known as Hector Salamanca in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, has passed away at 83.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-12374029/amp/Mark-Margolis-dead-83-Scarface-Breaking-Bad-star-passes-away-New-York-City-following-short-illness.html
Ah feck. He was great. I kind of think of him as having died years ago, Hector being the only character I've seen him play.
John Gosling, keyboard player with the Kinks, aged 75
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/music/the-kinks-star-john-gosling-dies-aged-75/ar-AA1ePtxp
The influential William Friedkin, Director of The Exorcist and The French Connection. Terrific legacy of work.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/william-friedkin-remembered-exorcist-ellen-burstyn-1235558010/
Johnny Hardwick, best known as the voice of Dale Gribble Rusty Shacklford from off of King of the Hill.
(https://media.tenor.com/2N7Iq-fGaqAAAAAC/dang-dang-ol.gif)
Doreen Mantle, best known as Mrs Warboys in One Foot In The Grave.
Patricia Bredin, U.K.'s first Eurovision entrant, aged 88
Michael Parkinson, 88 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-66411604), broadcaster
Of note to (I imagine) pretty much no one on here but me, but...
After a "short illness", Peter 'West' Haag, bassist with ludicrously entertaining German metal act Hämatom (https://youtu.be/zSZWwgNSK5s), as well as several other bands (including the excellent goth rockers Ewighiem (https://youtu.be/PI3x5ekOI8c).)
Quote from: sheridan on 17 August, 2023, 10:14:57 AMMichael Parkinson, 88 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-66411604), broadcaster
I guess the wounds inflicted by Emu finally caught up with him.
Parkinson passed away decades ago, there has been only Pipes since that night in 1992...
Quote from: Hawkmumbler on 17 August, 2023, 11:44:21 AMParkinson passed away decades ago, there has been only Pipes since that night in 1992...
You didn't believe that story about Mother Seddons, did you?
Quote from: Barrington Boots on 17 August, 2023, 11:54:20 AMQuote from: Hawkmumbler on 17 August, 2023, 11:44:21 AMParkinson passed away decades ago, there has been only Pipes since that night in 1992...
You didn't believe that story about Mother Seddons, did you?
It's an incredibly interesting instance of fiction becoming a sort of twisted reality by way of how many people where bought into the charade, which I do have to give absolute credit to Parkinson and co. for playing nearly the whole thing with a straight face.
Actual 'event' TV which genuine legacy impact, one night that fooled a nation even if for just a moment, or had them double guessing.
Agree with all of that. Even in retrospect the whole thing is really, really interesting in how it fooled everyone and Parkinson and Sarah Greene are so good in it. Landmark television history imo.
Not sure I've ever heard anything bad about Parky, RIP.
Ghostwatch was so memorable.
Parky was marvelous. RIP.
Peter Vaughan-Clarke, who played Stephen in the 70's Tomorrow People died this month and it seems to have sneaked under everybody's radar. He was 66.
I feel a re-watch coming on.
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 08 August, 2023, 09:02:07 AMThe influential William Friedkin, Director of The Exorcist and The French Connection. Terrific legacy of work.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/william-friedkin-remembered-exorcist-ellen-burstyn-1235558010/
William Friedkin's 'To Live and Die in L.A' is on Film4 tonight. Will have a watch - not seen it before. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090180/
Gary Young, the original drummer for the band Pavement, aged 70.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/gary-young-pavement-death-age-cause-b2395194.html
Read on at the weekend about the passing of Eduardo Vaño Ibarra who was one half of the comic artist known as Vanyo.
I'd forgotten he'd drawn for the Prog until I read the article below because I associate him so much with Battle where he drew Action Force and later Storm Force, which I'd literally been reading an hour or so before I heard he'd passed away. As a kid I was mesmerised by his Action Force work - somehow grittier and more kinetic than John Cooper, who I also adored. Where Cooper's figures were often square jawed and tough looking, Vanyo's Cobra villains often looked half-crazed and on the edge of violence or mania. I'll be reading some later today - School for Snakes is a personal favourite, and maybe a bit of Wolfie Smith if I can dig it out!
https://downthetubes.net/comic-creator-spotlight-2000ads-vanyo-two-artists-for-the-price-of-one/
Dan Green best known for work as a penciller & inker on Spider-Man, Doctor Strange, Uncanny X-Men, Wolverine and Hulk for Marvel Comics
Wagner boss Prigozhin killed in plane crash in Russia https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66599733
Should've kept going on his thunder-run to Moscow. Once he gave that up he only had two chances: Buckley's or none.
the Wrestling legend Terry Funk aged79
Terry Funk's final retirement :(
Who is Dmitry Utkin and who else was reportedly on the plane? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66602757
Utkin was the guy that led the late June thunder run to Moscow; Progozhin choosing to remain in Rostov.
A grim character, his tattoos single-handedly giving the lie to Putin's justifying claims of de-nazifying Ukraine.
https://yvettebridges800info.blogspot.com/2023/03/dmitri-walerjewitsch-utkin.html (https://yvettebridges800info.blogspot.com/2023/03/dmitri-walerjewitsch-utkin.html)
WWE wrestler Bray Wyatt real name Windham Rotunda aged just 36
Quote from: GoGilesGo on 24 August, 2023, 05:52:16 PMUtkin was the guy that led the late June thunder run to Moscow; Progozhin choosing to remain in Rostov.
A grim character, his tattoos single-handedly giving the lie to Putin's justifying claims of de-nazifying Ukraine.
https://yvettebridges800info.blogspot.com/2023/03/dmitri-walerjewitsch-utkin.html (https://yvettebridges800info.blogspot.com/2023/03/dmitri-walerjewitsch-utkin.html)
Rest in Piss, bozo.
Actress Arleen Sorkin, best known for two roles, Calliope Jones on the American soap opera "Days Of Our Lives" & being the inspiration for and original voice of the character of Harley Quinn on "Batman: The Animated Series", has died at the age of 67.
https://twitter.com/brookstweetz/status/1695535479251153177?s=46&t=ujiYouoAdweFb0c3KkSmTg
Brian McBride, half of Texan post-rock / ambient duo Stars of the Lid
https://pitchfork.com/news/stars-of-the-lids-brian-mcbride-dies-at-53/ (https://pitchfork.com/news/stars-of-the-lids-brian-mcbride-dies-at-53/)
RIP inker extraordinaire Dan Green.
https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/54918/r-i-p-dan-green
I must have read hundreds of comics that he worked on over the years.
Memorably, his work with Marc Silvestri on Uncanny X-Men / Wolverine and Adam Kubert on Wolverine.
Talented fellow.
Dire Straits guitarist Jack Sonni aged 68.
Mohamed Al Fayed: Former Harrods owner dies at 94 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66690623
Smash Mouth frontman Steve Harwell aged 56
Impressionist Mike Yarwood dies aged 82 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-66758400
Jean Boht, 91 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-66797606), best known as Nellie Bosworth in Bread.
Folk singer Roger Whittaker aged 87
https://metro.co.uk/2023/09/19/roger-whittaker-dead-durham-town-folk-singer-dies-87-19519722/?ico=trending-module_category_showbiz_item-1
My Dad was a big fan.
Actor David McCallum aged 90, best known for the shows The Man from U.N.C.L.E & Sapphire & Steel
https://www.msn.com/en-au/entertainment/other/ncis-star-david-mccallum-dies-aged-90/ar-AA1hfupo
Sir Michael Gambon, best known for The Singing Detective and Harry Potter, aged 82
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-39408742
Quote from: rogue69 on 28 September, 2023, 01:24:07 PMSir Michael Gambon, best known for The Singing Detective and Harry Potter, aged 82
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-39408742
This one breaks my heart a bit...I saw The Singing Detective as a kid and never forgot it.
Beautiful performance.
Rest well, Sir Michael.
Quote from: karlos on 28 September, 2023, 02:55:29 PMQuote from: rogue69 on 28 September, 2023, 01:24:07 PMSir Michael Gambon, best known for The Singing Detective and Harry Potter, aged 82
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-39408742
This one breaks my heart a bit...I saw The Singing Detective as a kid and never forgot it.
Beautiful performance.
Rest well, Sir Michael.
Another great actor, along with Richard Harris, who I didn't realise was one of us tatty-munchers till he died. I think the Singing Detective is due a rewatch.
Aye, he's one of us, Jayzus.
Give The Singing Detective another go, if you get the chance.
Best British telly ever? It's certainly up there.
Quote from: karlos on 01 October, 2023, 08:27:15 PMAye, he's one of us, Jayzus.
Give The Singing Detective another go, if you get the chance.
Best British telly ever? It's certainly up there.
I definitely will
Cradle of Filth bassist Jon Kennedy has died in a car crash aged 46.
https://metro.co.uk/2023/10/04/jon-kennedy-dead-cradle-of-filth-guitarist-car-crash-19602741/?ico=newsfeed_home
Keith Giffem:
https://www.cbr.com/keith-giffen-justice-league-and-legion-of-super-heroes-icon-obituary/
Oh no. Amazing creator. I just finished a podcast interviw with him from a while ago this week and he's wonderfully abrasive, honest and clearly very creative. He produced an incredible body of work and his fantastic art had one of the most unique, effective style.
Terrible lose and thoughts with his family and loved ones.
Completely agree, Colin.
Actor Piper Laurie best known for playing the mother in Carrie as well as roles in the Hustler & Twin Peaks aged 91
https://www.msn.com/en-ca/movies/other/carrie-and-twin-peaks-actress-piper-laurie-dies-aged-91/ar-AA1idtt2
Rudolph Isley, the founding member of The Isley Brothers, aged 84.
https://www.msn.com/en-au/entertainment/music/the-isley-brothers-rudolph-isley-dies-aged-84/ar-AA1i7krO
Mark Goddard, best known for the Lost In Space TV series.
https://www.avclub.com/r-i-p-original-lost-in-space-star-mark-goddard-1850926805
Phyllis Coates aged 96 best known as the first Lois Lane actor
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/tv/tv-s-original-lois-lane-actor-phyllis-coates-dies-aged-96/ar-AA1i6ZoL
Suzanne Somers, best known for the TV show Three's Company and, unbelievably, Thighmaster.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67119171
Quote from: karlos on 12 October, 2023, 07:19:57 AMKeith Giffem:
https://www.cbr.com/keith-giffen-justice-league-and-legion-of-super-heroes-icon-obituary/
Just read about Giffen this morning, damn shame.
Big fan of his Justice League and Lobo work.
A rare Giffen gem was his contribution to Penthouse Max*.
Very funny stuff, including his self depreciating humour.
RIP Keith.
*It was 1996, gimme a break ffs
Tony Husband, 73 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-67159241), political cartoonist. But if you haven't heard of them then you might recognise their work from co-founding and co-editing Oink!
Haydn Gwyn, 66 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67172672), actor - I know them from Drop the Dead Donkey, but apparently there's been quite a few roles after that.
Quote from: sheridan on 20 October, 2023, 02:06:32 PMTony Husband, 73 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-67159241), political cartoonist. But if you haven't heard of them then you might recognise their work from co-founding and co-editing Oink!
Aw, man. I loved
Oink, and how my parents didn't ban it from my house I'll never know. I remember Horace 'Ugly Face' Watkins being offered some kind of class A drug or other; not a common sight in kids' comics in the 80s.
(Also, Issue 2 had a joke about Prince Charles having a little willy. On the front cover.) RIP Tony, you'll be missed.
Sir Bobby Charlton: https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/manchester-united-deeply-saddened-as-club-legend-sir-bobby-charlton-passes-away-aged-86 (https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/manchester-united-deeply-saddened-as-club-legend-sir-bobby-charlton-passes-away-aged-86)
An 86 year old man dies of natural causes and Sky News has reported nothing else for 30 minutes. It's not as if nothing else is happening.
Angelo Bruschini (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-67205202), guitars for Strangelove, Massive Attack.
Shaft actor Richard Roundtree. He was 81 years old.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67191245
Comic writer John Lawrence.
https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-space-ace-publisher-and-comics-writer-john-lawrence/?fbclid=IwAR1ovAlleO9XqcLhFopw2WmTJZ3HaPX0Va2Q94_-BA4EARDZtrst4En3OgM
Chandler Bing, best known for his recurring role as transatlantic jobbing actor Matthew Perry.
Quote from: Funt Solo [R] on 29 October, 2023, 02:47:14 AMChandler Bing, best known for his recurring role as transatlantic jobbing actor Matthew Perry.
Matthew Perry was only 54 years old. He stated he'd possibly spent around 9 million dollars trying to get sober. It is an unhappy end to a career defined mainly through one role, Chandler in Friends, but Friends is one of the most successful TV programmes ever broadcast. Not many actors can claim they were in the zeitgeist show of their times.
(https://i.imgur.com/7dRxFJl.jpg)
Too soon?
Pete Garner the original bassist in The Stone Roses aged 61
Actor Tim Woodward (son of Edward Woodward) aged 70
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Woodward
Joss Ackland, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67469247), actor.
Quote from: sheridan on 20 November, 2023, 09:38:47 AMJoss Ackland, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67469247), actor.
Best-remembered for his spunky backpack, of course.
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 20 November, 2023, 11:20:13 AMQuote from: sheridan on 20 November, 2023, 09:38:47 AMJoss Ackland, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67469247), actor.
Best-remembered for his spunky backpack, of course.
I have to admit that was where I heard his name first. Felt a bit bad at the time that they were making a fool of a nice guy like Rolf Harris, but... well, use your cheesebox.
11 posts to go before 10000. (These reminders are for me, not you.)
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 20 November, 2023, 01:20:05 PMQuote from: Jim_Campbell on 20 November, 2023, 11:20:13 AMQuote from: sheridan on 20 November, 2023, 09:38:47 AMJoss Ackland, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67469247), actor.
Best-remembered for his spunky backpack, of course.
I have to admit that was where I heard his name first. Felt a bit bad at the time that they were making a fool of a nice guy like Rolf Harris, but... well, use your cheesebox.
11 posts to go before 10000. (These reminders are for me, not you.)
Classic symptom of an under-stimulated Shatner's Bassoon. I'd recommend asking your pharmacist for some Triple Sod Yellow Bentines, washed down with half a glass of noncewater - that should make you go really blutey. Just make sure you don't end up on a quackhandle.
I remember him having a small but memorable part in The Hunt for Red October as the Soviet Ambassador who had to bullshit the US defence secretary played by Richard Jordan as to the reason why most of the Soviet surface fleet was in panic mode.
Then he played a Soviet marshal in a blink and you miss it moment in K-19 the Widowmaker.
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 20 November, 2023, 04:38:30 PMQuote from: JayzusB.Christ on 20 November, 2023, 01:20:05 PMQuote from: Jim_Campbell on 20 November, 2023, 11:20:13 AMQuote from: sheridan on 20 November, 2023, 09:38:47 AMJoss Ackland, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67469247), actor.
Best-remembered for his spunky backpack, of course.
I have to admit that was where I heard his name first. Felt a bit bad at the time that they were making a fool of a nice guy like Rolf Harris, but... well, use your cheesebox.
11 posts to go before 10000. (These reminders are for me, not you.)
Classic symptom of an under-stimulated Shatner's Bassoon. I'd recommend asking your pharmacist for some Triple Sod Yellow Bentines, washed down with half a glass of noncewater - that should make you go really blutey. Just make sure you don't end up on a quackhandle.
I seem to remember Tharg himself borrowing 'mad as a lorry' from the Frankie Fraser interview.
Quote from: sheridan on 20 November, 2023, 09:38:47 AMJoss Ackland, 95 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67469247), actor.
Two indelible 80's Ackland performances for me:
1) The mad oul lad in the video for Pet Shop Boys classic 'Always on my Mind'.
2) "Top 10 shocking on-screen deaths" entrant in marvelous
Tales of the Unexpected episode 'The Stinker'.
RIP, Sir.
Quote from: Link Prime on 21 November, 2023, 10:14:47 AM2) "Top 10 shocking on-screen deaths" entrant in marvelous Tales of the Unexpected episode 'The Stinker'.
Which, in a totally inappropriate bit of scheduling, was on telly yesterday at about 2 o'clock in the afternoon.
Annabel Giles, 64 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67492037), presenter, model, actor
Mars Williams (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mars_Williams), rock and jazz saxophonist possibly best known (to me, at least) for his long-time membership of The Psychedelic Furs (with whom I saw him play in 2019, at the very last gig I went to pre-Covid).
Terry Venables dies: Former England manager passes away aged 80
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/67536465
Killing Joke guitarist Geordie Walker aged 64
https://www.nme.com/news/music/killing-joke-guitarist-geordie-walker-has-died-aged-64-3549275
Spanish dancer and illusionist, "Sticky Vicky", (aka Vicky Leyton / Victoria María Aragüés Gadea), has sadly died today, at the young age of 80.
https://www.joe.co.uk/news/sticky-vicky-has-died-aged-80-414377
Henry Kissinger (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-19872410?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA), aged 100.
Lead singer of The Pogues, Shane MacGowan. :'(
https://www.thejournal.ie/shane-macgowan-4362337-Nov2023/
Quote from: The Legendary Shark on 30 November, 2023, 12:36:28 PMHenry Kissinger (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-19872410?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA), aged 100.
Rest in piss, Bozo.
Quote from: paddykafka on 30 November, 2023, 12:41:28 PMLead singer of The Pogues, Shane MacGowan. :'(
https://www.thejournal.ie/shane-macgowan-4362337-Nov2023/
Now there's a sad loss. I remember sitting outside a cafe near a huge photo of him on the wall of the Temple Bar Music Centre, when the man himself shambled past, in all his Prionsias-Cassidy-inspiring glory.
Odd to think he's no more (or less) Irish than Johnny Rotten or Morrissey, but is listed on Wikipedia as an Irish musician while the first two are labelled English. Fair enough, though, it's how they'd all want it. And he never became a far-right loving gimp in his old age like the other two, to the best of my knowledge.
There'll be a lot more poignancy the first time I hear Fairytale of New York this Christmas.
Actor Dean Sullivan, best known as Jimmy Corkhill in Brookside, aged 68
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/dean-sullivan-death-brookside-jimmy-corkhill-b2455998.html
Artist and Tutti Frutti writer John Byrne aged 83
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-67589431?fbclid=IwAR3jv1JK5Bsvr6pheGeEFtC1uJhcq-JnTFQfeM0vOgmRM-JFCd6hjL6bjIk
Quote from: rogue69 on 01 December, 2023, 09:54:23 PMArtist and Tutti Frutti writer John Byrne aged 83
Aw, fuck!
There's a really great video about a mural he did (https://movingimage.nls.uk/film/T2287/74958362) in 1975, in Partick, where he had to come to terms with the locals and their spray cans.
I saw his exhibition in Glasgow last year, where I got to see this full size and with the missing half:
(https://d3d00swyhr67nd.cloudfront.net/w800h800/collection/GL/GM/GL_GM_PP_1977_26-001.jpg)
Benjamin Zephaniah (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67646607), 65 - writer, poet.
We could have done to have kept Benjamin Zephaniah around much, much longer.
A real loss.
The great Ian Gibson aged 77
Sad news RIP. We will miss your unique style and great story telling. Thank You for all the great moments.
So long, Ian, it's been a blast. :'(
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Oh no. Only just got my copy of Lifeboat - reading that will be a lot more poignant now
British underground comix publishing legend Lee Harris,aged 86
https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-lee-harris-british-underground-comix-pioneer/
Quote from: Dandontdare on 12 December, 2023, 08:26:34 PMOh no. Only just got my copy of Lifeboat - reading that will be a lot more poignant now
Same here - ordered the day before Ian died, received the day after. Not read it yet, but I had a quick look through and the saddest page is the one that says "To be continued..."
Andre Braugher: Brooklyn Nine-Nine's Captain Raymond Holt dies aged 61
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-67700088
Shirley Anne Field, star of The Entertainer and Alfie, among others: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2023/dec/11/actor-shirley-anne-field-dies
Laura Lynch, one of the founding members of the Dixie Chicks, has died in a car crash aged 65.
Actor Richard Franklin – best known for his role as Captain Mike Yates in Doctor Who – aged 87
https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/doctor-who-richard-franklin-dies-newsupdate/
Antiques Roadshow's Henry Sandon dies aged 95
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hereford-worcester-67822747
Tom Wilkinson of The Full Monty fame and Batman Begins.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65823240
Campaigning Australian journalist John Pilger has died
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-67853392
A rotten indication of the coming year is the departure of the much admired John M Burns of Judge Dredd, The Order and various other publications. Another 2000AD Alumni treads the boards no more—condolences to his friends, family and work colleagues at 2000AD.
https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-comic-artist-john-m-burns/
There was no 2000AD artist quite like John Burns. He leaves a fantastic body of work behind him including Judge Dredd, the Bendatti Vendetta, The Order and especially Nikolai Dante, which will be long remembered.
A real legend, a word that's over used but entirely fitting for a talent like John M Burns.
Thoughts and love to his family and friends.
Super sad news, a legend. My first time I saw his work was in The Eagle, The Fists of Danny Pike.
My condolences to his family and friends.
Kids Company founder Camila Batmanghelidjh dies
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67868843
Actress Glynis Johns, Winifred Banks in Mary Poppins, has sadly passed away at 100.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2024/01/04/glynis-johns-actress-dead-obituary/
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 04 January, 2024, 08:22:41 PMActress Glynis Johns, Winifred Banks in Mary Poppins, has sadly passed away at 100.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2024/01/04/glynis-johns-actress-dead-obituary/
Good grief the
Mary Poppins cast is getting a good innings. Did they cast some kind of magical spell on set? Perhaps Alan Moore was on to something in the final League of Ex Gentlemen.
looking good with it too: this is Dick Van Dyke from a few years back (at a sprightly 94)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oL3AijekRYw (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oL3AijekRYw)
Derek Draper: Kate Garraway says husband has died, aged 56
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67742004
David Soul: Starsky & Hutch actor dies aged 80
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67895679
Mario Zagallo: Brazil's four-time World Cup winner dies aged 92
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/67900776
Al Jazeera bureau chief's son Hamza al-Dahdouh among journalists killed in Gaza
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-67905566
Also learnt today that Major Mike Sadler, MC, MM, a British WW2-era Army officer, namesake of Sadler's Passage in Stonington Island, Antarctica and the last of the original Special Air Service (SAS) & Long Range Desert Group (LRDG), has died this past Thursday.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5876891/Last-surviving-original-SAS-hero-awarded-Frances-highest-honour-bravery.html
James Morrison's partner Gill Catchpole found dead at their home
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-67910325
Franz Beckenbauer: German football legend dies aged 78
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/67917047
JPR Williams: Wales and British and Irish Lions legend dies aged 74 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/67912287
Trailblazer & first woman presenter on Radio 1 Annie Nightingale aged 83
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/annie-nightingale-death-bbc-radio-1-b2477652.html
Emmerdale and Hollyoaks actress Georgina Hale has sadly passed away.
https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/tv/emmerdale-actress-georgina-hale-dies-28425724
Mary Weiss Shangri-Las lead singer dies aged 75
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68040491
record producer and founder of the bands Boney M, No Mercy and Milli Vanilli, Frank Farian aged 82
https://metro.co.uk/2024/01/23/boney-m-founder-frank-farian-dead-aged-82-20159307/?ico=just-in_article_must-read
Are they sure it was him?
Carl Weathers has sadly passed away.
https://deadline.com/2024/02/carl-weathers-dead-1235812684/
Jonnie Irwin: Escape to the Country and A Place in the Sun host dies aged 50
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63760036
Wayne Kramer (MC5) - Kick Out the Jams, motherf*ckers
I read his autobiography a few years ago, he led an incredible life - he was the subject of the Clash's song 'The Prisoner'
Ian Lavender: Dad's Army star dies aged 77
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68204488
Michael Jayston is familiar to those who followed Only Fools And Horses but forever Peter Guillam in the BBC's Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy.
https://www.itv.com/news/2024-02-05/only-fools-and-horses-actor-michael-jayston-dies-aged-88
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 05 February, 2024, 02:29:27 PMMichael Jayston is familiar to those who followed Only Fools And Horses but forever Peter Guillam in the BBC's Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy.
https://www.itv.com/news/2024-02-05/only-fools-and-horses-actor-michael-jayston-dies-aged-88
And that of the Valeyard in Doctor Who
Former Irish PM John Bruton dies after long illness
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd18yqnke9no
Sebastián Piñera: Former president of Chile dies in helicopter crash
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-68223520
I'm going to be honest here - I'm thinking of avoiding this thread in future. Not that I want to avoid the subject of death, but because I think the thread has strayed a bit from I thought it was set up for, i.e. to discuss the passing of people whose lives meant something to whoever is posting, for better or for worse, and whose death has had some kind of impact on them
Some sections of this thread seem, at least to me, like a list of all the famous deaths of the day after a trawl through the headlines and feel at best unnecessary - I can look at the headlines myself if I need to - and at worst uncomfortably morbid. This is purely subjective of course, and it's possible I may be misreading some posts.
I suppose, again on a purely personal basis, I'm at an age when a lot of people, famous or otherwise, that i've grown up with are dying far more regularly than I'd like, so maybe I'm being too sensitive and too harsh. It's just something that's been on my mind for a while as I've visited this thread.
I missed this at the time, but Bryan Charles Ansell (https://warlord-community.warlordgames.com/in-memoriam-bryan-charles-ansell/), former MD of Games Workshop, founder of Citadel Miniatures and Wargames Foundry. Being creator/co-creator of Warhammer, that takes the spotlight, but I'm pretty sure Bryan had something to do with the first Judge Dredd roleplaying game (it coming out at the same time Bryan was head of Games Workshop) and there was a pretty extensive though unfocused range of 2000AD minis from Wargames Foundry (https://sheridanwilde.wordpress.com/2019/11/30/wargames-foundry-2000ad-miniatures/).
Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright aged 69
https://inews.co.uk/news/steve-wright-radio-2-death-2904413
Quote from: rogue69 on 13 February, 2024, 05:41:38 PMRadio 2 DJ Steve Wright aged 69
https://inews.co.uk/news/steve-wright-radio-2-death-2904413
Please tell me the time of death was listed as "in the afternoon". It's what he would have wanted.
Yeah, have to agree with Jayzus - this thread just seems to be a celeb death list.
I know it's meant entirely respecftully, but I do wonder what the point of it is, really?
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 07 February, 2024, 06:21:35 PMI'm going to be honest here - I'm thinking of avoiding this thread in future. Not that I want to avoid the subject of death, but because I think the thread has strayed a bit from I thought it was set up for, i.e. to discuss the passing of people whose lives meant something to whoever is posting, for better or for worse, and whose death has had some kind of impact on them
Some sections of this thread seem, at least to me, like a list of all the famous deaths of the day after a trawl through the headlines and feel at best unnecessary - I can look at the headlines myself if I need to - and at worst uncomfortably morbid. This is purely subjective of course, and it's possible I may be misreading some posts.
I suppose, again on a purely personal basis, I'm at an age when a lot of people, famous or otherwise, that i've grown up with are dying far more regularly than I'd like, so maybe I'm being too sensitive and too harsh. It's just something that's been on my mind for a while as I've visited this thread.
Quote from: karlos on 14 February, 2024, 10:07:44 AMYeah, have to agree with Jayzus - this thread just seems to be a celeb death list.
I know it's meant entirely respecftully, but I do wonder what the point of it is, really?
I don't know about you two, but I realised that I post in here far too often and have now decided to no longer post in this topic.
I personally don't see the point of this topic, should it be used for personal deaths in the family? Noteworthy celebrity deaths? Or a combination of the two...?
It was, I think, as Jayzus said, a place to mention a passing and then that would prompt a discussion on them, their work, etc.
But it seems to no longer function as anything beyond an endless list of who's just left us.
No-one seems to be using it to talk about the person, just the announcement.
I won't be posting in this thread anymore, either.
I don't dislike it. This thread is a bit like Marcus Aurelius's slave, whispering in our ears to remind us that we're all only human, and mortal. It reminds me that all life, even my own, is finite and to be relished as much as possible by kings and paupers alike.
I didn't mean to suggest that nobody should ever post here any more - I have absolutely no problem with anyone paying their respects here to a person who had a genuine impact of one kind or another on their lives, and I'm happy to read these tributary posts.
I just don't think it was ever meant to be an exhaustive list of today's deaths, which I think is a pointless and somewhat morbid use of the forum.
The trouble is, that hardily anyone ever seems to post in some of the threads anymore.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 14 February, 2024, 02:24:55 PMI didn't mean to suggest that nobody should ever post here any more - I have absolutely no problem with anyone paying their respects here to a person who had a genuine impact of one kind or another on their lives, and I'm happy to read these tributary posts.
I just don't think it was ever meant to be an exhaustive list of today's deaths, which I think is a pointless and somewhat morbid use of the forum.
On other forums that I (in)frequently visit, this seems to be the exact point of similar celebrity / famous individuals condolences thread(s).
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 14 February, 2024, 03:25:02 PMThe trouble is, that hardily anyone ever seems to post in some of the threads anymore.
On that particular point I'm with you - yeah, it's a pisser. This place used to be thriving but it's a ghost town nowadays compared to its heyday.
I still love the forum though, more than anywhere else on the internet. Way off topic, sorry, just thought I'd respond to that specific point.
Artist/writer Paul Neary aged 74, best known for his work for 2000AD on Tharg's Future Shocks and Abelard Snazz with Alan Moore, Doctor Who weekly/magazine, Captain America, Excalibur & Nick Fury Vs S.H.E.I.L.D for Marvel Comics
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Neary
The passing of Paul Neary is said news. I'll always first think of him as one of Alan Davis' best inkers, but he was so much more throughout his career. A real polymath and did a little lovely work for Tharg too.
Thoughts with his family and friends.
Quote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 14 February, 2024, 03:25:02 PMThe trouble is, that hardily anyone ever seems to post in some of the threads anymore.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 14 February, 2024, 02:24:55 PMI didn't mean to suggest that nobody should ever post here any more - I have absolutely no problem with anyone paying their respects here to a person who had a genuine impact of one kind or another on their lives, and I'm happy to read these tributary posts.
I just don't think it was ever meant to be an exhaustive list of today's deaths, which I think is a pointless and somewhat morbid use of the forum.
On other forums that I (in)frequently visit, this seems to be the exact point of similar celebrity / famous individuals condolences thread(s).
Well, the first post on this thread didn't specify what the intent was - and contained the deaths of two unrelated people.
To keep it separate from that discussion, my thoughts on the passing of Steve Wright - back when I was a teenager and had a roughly hour-long journey home from school I bought myself a personal. stereo (it wasn't a branded Sony Walkman, but you get the idea). As well as playing Pop Art by Transvision Vamp I also listened to radio, and that meant Steve Wright in the Afternoon. So yes, this particularly death is another part of my childhood gone.
Quote from: sheridan on 15 February, 2024, 08:38:50 AMQuote from: Batman's Superior Cousin on 14 February, 2024, 03:25:02 PMThe trouble is, that hardily anyone ever seems to post in some of the threads anymore.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 14 February, 2024, 02:24:55 PMI didn't mean to suggest that nobody should ever post here any more - I have absolutely no problem with anyone paying their respects here to a person who had a genuine impact of one kind or another on their lives, and I'm happy to read these tributary posts.
I just don't think it was ever meant to be an exhaustive list of today's deaths, which I think is a pointless and somewhat morbid use of the forum.
On other forums that I (in)frequently visit, this seems to be the exact point of similar celebrity / famous individuals condolences thread(s).
Well, the first post on this thread didn't specify what the intent was - and contained the deaths of two unrelated people.
Fair enough - my memory is playing tricks on me. It's just a personal thing I suppose - if it is just a list of famous people who have just died maybe it's not the thread for me.
Quote from: Colin YNWA on 15 February, 2024, 05:59:50 AMone of Alan Davis' best inkers,
Just heard the sad news about Paul Neary a few minutes ago.
As mentioned, a multi-talented gentleman, but his inking was all-time top 10 for me.
We've recently lost inking masters, Tom Palmer and Dan Green, not to mention Hall of Famers like Al Williamson a decade or so ago.
Seems to be a genuine dying art, sadly.
It amuses me how that post just completely ignores the previous dozen posts.
Alexei Navalny - effectively murdered by the Russian State / Putin.
Quote from: Funt Solo [R] on 16 February, 2024, 05:15:46 PMAlexei Navalny - effectively murdered by the Russian State / Putin.
Not even a surprise. I was expecting him to have "fallen out of a window" eventually.
The comic book artist Enric Badia Romero, known for drawing Modesty Blaise. I always remember seeing his Modesty Blaise in the London Evening Standard when comic strips were almost integral to Newspapers.
https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-modesty-blaise-and-axa-artist-enric-badia-romero/
Really sad to hear about Enrique Romero. 94 years old but what a talent! I'm mainly familiar with stuff like Modesty Blaise and Axa and they're fantastic - so detailed and often very beautiful artwork.
I'm sorry but I just wanted to get this off my chest.
Former Labour MP Ronnie Campbell dies aged 80
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crg90qq737qo
Aaron Bushnell.
Quote"Many of us like to ask ourselves, 'What would I do if I was alive during slavery? Or the Jim Crow South? Or apartheid? What would I do if my country was committing genocide?' The answer is, you're doing it. Right now."
(https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExYnN5bTFmdmxxb2V0eTRyMG85ZWhiODJnMHZ4ZTR2b2s5NGZtM3pvOSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/CqZJFJ8UGtfSaUFsaw/giphy.gif)
Turns out it's today unfortunately.
Hairy Biker Dave Myers aged 66
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68433675
Wrestler Michael Jones better known as Virgil in the WWE aged 61
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68429767
No age for either of those guys.
I know a few who met Virgil, he was a blagger of the highest order. He'd been very ill for some time, someone recently had a fundraiser for him to buy clothes and toiletries. Imagine needing a fundraiser to buy toiletries. Awful.
Tony Green, Darts commentator & Bullseye co-host,aged 85
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/darts/68474175?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
Akira Toriyama (https://twitter.com/DB_official_en/status/1765935471971213816?s=20), creator of Dragon Ball and Dr. Slump, passed away due to surgical complications at 68 years of age.
We can go back and forth between who is 'the' most influential comics creative. Is it Kirby, Moore? maybe Miller or Eisner? Salient arguments can be made for all of these and more, but has anyone else in the industry had world leaders (https://comicbook.com/anime/news/dragon-ball-el-salvador-nationwide-mourning-akira-toriyama/) acknowledging their contributions to culture and the arts?
We lost one of the greats this week, a real generation defining figure.
Totally agree - and it doesn't even matter that Dragon Ball is not even that great of a comic. The first chunk (before they added the 'Z') is pretty great, though, and so easy to read. Comics that are easy to read despirte having mad ideas need more praise.
Karl Wallinger lead singer with World Party & former member of The Waterboys aged 66.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/karl-wallinger-death-the-waterboys-world-party-b2511132.html
Star Wars actor Michael Culver dies aged 85
https://metro.co.uk/2024/03/13/star-wars-actor-michael-culver-dies-aged-85-20456710/amp/
Steve Harley, the frontman of Cockney Rebel aged 73.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68590846
James M. Ward, Dungeons & Dragons designer and co-author of Deities & Demigods. I have so many fond memories of my early years playing D&D. RIP James.
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=808958757916236&set=a.414097234069059
Ex-Poundland boss Markus Jooste dies of gunshot wound in South Africa
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-68636325
Vernor Vinge, father of the tech singularity, has died at age 79
https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2024/03/vernor-vinge-father-of-the-tech-singularity-has-died-at-age-79/
Richard Taylor death: Campaigner and father of Damilola Taylor dies
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-68646602
Ron Harper aged 91 best known for the tv series Land of the Lost & Planet of the Apes
https://metro.co.uk/2024/03/25/planet-apes-actor-ron-harper-dies-aged-91-20528288/
Gogglebox star, George Gilbey, dies after fall from height
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd18ld5233wo
Louis Gossett Jr.
Oscar & Emmy winner for An Officer & A Gentleman and Roots.
Also in Enemy Mine which this young Sci-fi fan thought was underated. And the Watchmen series which was bloody good.
https://edition.cnn.com/2024/03/29/entertainment/louis-gossett-jr-death/index.html (https://edition.cnn.com/2024/03/29/entertainment/louis-gossett-jr-death/index.html)
Lou Gossett Jr is one of those criminally under-rated actors who appeared in so much back in the day. Totally agree with Angry Vince on Enemy Mine. That was a cracking film.
The other series I remember him for is the Iron Eagle films. An absolutely bonkers idea, that a teen could effectively steel a fighter jet to go after his dad after he'd been shot down in the Middle East. Back in the day when pretty much everyone was making "America is the greatest military nation in the world" films with whatever bat-shit crazy idea they could angle in to it. Crazy as it sounds, it worked. Largely because a) LGJ and b) nobody took it too seriously.
Barbera Rush starred in It Came From Outer Space and When Worlds Collide.
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2024/apr/01/it-came-from-outer-space-star-barbara-rush-dies-aged-97
RIP to Ed Piskor, American comics guy and 1/2 of the YouTube channel, Cartoonist Kayfabe, deleted himself today. I'll keep my opinions about the issue to myself, as I don't want to get sucked into a discussion of the politics and issues around him. He left a goodbye note online, should you choose to read it.
RIP Ed Piskor, an excellent comic creator.
A friend forwarded the suicide note to me this morning. I regret reading it.
Heartbreaking on a human level.
It really is.
The whole thing is just awful.
Marvel Comics illustrator, M. D. Bright, died last week, aged 68 (https://bleedingcool.com/comics/md-bright-of-armor-wars-quantum-woody-and-icon-dies-aged-68/).
Louis Conter: Last survivor of attack on Pearl Harbor ship dies aged 102 (https://www-bbc-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68711781.amp).
Lynne Reid Banks (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54117688), 94 - author of children's books (including one I did at school - The Writing on the Wall).
Quote from: Link Prime on 02 April, 2024, 08:39:21 AMRIP Ed Piskor, an excellent comic creator.
A friend forwarded the suicide note to me this morning. I regret reading it.
Heartbreaking on a human level.
Issue being is Alex DeCampi, a 2000AD contributor is actually named in his letter as one of those who drove him to kill himself but no one seems to be saying anything about it, nothing from Rebellion or 2000AD themselves, guess they are hoping it will just go away.
I think ECBT2000AD covered it on one of their podcasts but thats about it.
I am guessing more will come out about it if all alligations are taken up and investigated, just a sad state of affairs that the internet police jumped on it and led to someone taking their lives.
Too many keyboard warriors and they have no idea what they say can actually affect someone on the other side of the screen.
So try and recognize the irony of your own post, in all love.
O. J. Simpson has died folks.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/11/oj-simpson-dies-cancer
Pickoff named people pretty much at random, and then an entirely predictable parade of opportunistic creeps picked that up as a banner to harass those people online. I'm not entirely sure what kind of statement 2000ad would make other than "we are aware of the parade of opportunistic creeps" or what benefit to them there would be in doing so.
Quote from: Art on 11 April, 2024, 05:43:48 PMPickoff
The guys only been in the ground a couple of days there, Fart.
Fuck me.
RIP this shite.
Autocorrect was not helpful there, apologies for missing that.
Quote from: Grey M@a on 11 April, 2024, 10:16:19 AMI think ECBT2000AD covered it on one of their podcasts but thats about it.
God, but they're just poisonous.
Quote from: Funt Solo on 11 April, 2024, 11:12:01 PMGod, but they're just poisonous.
(Forum needs a 'like' button.)
Feel a little that this thread might stray into some rather disturbing territory if we're not careful. If nothing else is does highlight that the currently blended social and legacy media spheres are reacting in dangerous ways.
Trial by (social) media is becoming too commonplace. It is leading to tragic consequences too often. Ultimately only a handful of people know what really happened.
Perhaps something best left alone other than acknowledging the passing?
Quote from: Tjm86 on 12 April, 2024, 12:57:11 PMPerhaps something best left alone other than acknowledging the passing?
(Forum needs a 'like' button.)
Right on, chaps.
Let's all be nice to each other.
(Not that people on here aren't, already)
I'm with Tjm86 Block.
Samantha Davis actress and campaigner aged 53
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2024/apr/18/samantha-davis-campaigner-wife-warwick-davis-dies-aged-53
Mike Pinder Moody Blues founding member & keyboardist aged 82
https://metro.co.uk/2024/04/26/mike-pinder-moody-blues-founding-band-member-dead-82-20722424/
Oh no Paul Auster has passed. Such a brilliant author whose life had been tough over the last few years. He leaves behind a quite brilliant literary legacy.
Sorry to hear that. New York Trilogy is one of those books that left me a bit puzzled but under no doubt that I'd just read a masterpiece.
Another is an autobiographical work that will stay lodged in my brain forever - the only thing I forget is the name but I think it was Hand to Mouth.
Zenith owes Paul Auater a debt, and so, now I think about it, does Grant's Animal Man.
Quote from: JayzusB.Christ on 01 May, 2024, 04:08:19 PMZenith owes Paul Auater a debt, and so, now I think about it, does Grant's Animal Man.
Yeah I can see that. The 2000ad writer I most associate his work with is Pete Milligan both having such a direct focus on identity.
I adored his novels. Timbuktu, Mr Vertigo and Music of Chance being particular favourites.
Artist Jon Haward, who drew some Judge Dredds and Tales of Telguuth back in the '90s and '00s (news comes via Sue Grant's Facebook page).
Quote from: nxylas on 02 May, 2024, 08:07:36 PMArtist Jon Haward, who drew some Judge Dredds and Tales of Telguuth back in the '90s and '00s (news comes via Sue Grant's Facebook page).
For those needing a memory jog, here's the bibliography (2000AD-related, from wikipedia):
Judge Dredd:
"Barfur" (with Garth Ennis, in 2000 AD No. 827, March 1993, collected in Judge Dredd: The Complete Case Files 18, Rebellion Developments, 2011, ISBN 978-1-907992-25-4)
"Tour of Duty: Lust in the Dust" (with Robbie Morrison, in 2000 AD #1672–1673, February 2010)
"Fat Fathers" (with John Wagner, in 2000 AD #1694, July 2010)[4]
Tharg's Future Shocks (with Peter Hogan):
"A Kind of Hush" (in 2000 AD No. 862, 1993)
"Brighter Later" (in (2000AD Winter Special 1993, December 1993)
Sinister Dexter: "Sumo Chanted Evening" (with writer Dan Abnett and inks by John Stokes, in 2000 AD #1270, 2001)
Tales of Telguuth (with writer Steve Moore:
"The Wheels of Fortune" (with inks by John Stokes, in 2000 AD #1285–1286, 2002)
"The Rousing of Rezik" (in 2000 AD #1287–1288, 2002)
"The Black Arts of Skrixlan Nort" (in 2000 AD #1329, 2003)
"Pagrok the Infallible" (in 2000 AD #1330–31, 2003)
"One Cold Winter Night..." (in 2000 AD #1332, 2003)
"The Iniquities of Snedron" (in 2000 AD #1333–1334, 2003)
"Holding the Fort" (with inks by John Stokes, in 2000 AD #1369, 2003)
Rock'n'Roll pioneer guitarist Duane Eddy has died aged 86
Jon Haward tribute from Downthetubes (https://downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-comic-artist-jon-haward/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR14BNq2nXhckb6MBE5P4Hc0l6YC8lA3vrm3hRH14iFe50-LRF_z2qIYHvg_aem_AWqfd4KQpP98P1RiITN6Zco3bzp9cLE3ZcYsq5CQV3Wwvt096SvCwpv5h9r1FdKa0W0LqjTMyMCtyiawrRfQJ9Kh).
Bernard Hill was a brilliant actor whose roles included unemployed Yosser Hughes in The Boys From The Black Stuff to King Theodore of Rohan in The Lord Of The Rings. Damn.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68962192?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0KkLwxel07Ap4CYiAmYEGPEQ9aK7vBbnnmDIrp5ElCOP2My4CY2GPUeoY_aem_AQTXuRmIZbuyjn6r3mRL9XJkhrl9_dJmabSyMBoYso_WLnv3QORXwtatbaW5hilFm7q6Ce8imGPkyI92q2bv1aRA
Quote from: IAMTHESYSTEM on 05 May, 2024, 03:04:39 PMBernard Hill was a brilliant actor whose roles included unemployed Yosser Hughes in The Boys From The Black Stuff to King Theoden of Rohan in The Lord Of The Rings. Damn.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68962192?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0KkLwxel07Ap4CYiAmYEGPEQ9aK7vBbnnmDIrp5ElCOP2My4CY2GPUeoY_aem_AQTXuRmIZbuyjn6r3mRL9XJkhrl9_dJmabSyMBoYso_WLnv3QORXwtatbaW5hilFm7q6Ce8imGPkyI92q2bv1aRA
If Yosser Hughes was indeed the inspiration for Cornelius Cardew, then we have a genuine 2000ad connection here.
LOTR The Two Towers - Simbelmynë on the Burial Mounds (https://youtu.be/d0Mtlklmna0?si=bDV6rJXnLXZeaSpq)
He also portrayed Captain Edward Smith in Titanic, and was the ending narration of the Chernobyl Surviving Disaster documentary which also starred Adrian Edmondson
https://youtu.be/Vvc7s98Gdxw?t=3370
Timestamped at the relevant section