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Patrick Stewart, Star Trek Actor, Dies Aged 86

Patrick Stewart died Oct. 28, 2026, at 86 at his Los Angeles home after Alzheimer's and Lewy body dementia, his family said. He was Star Trek's Picard and X-Men's Professor X.

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European Champion, Olympian Ciara Mageean Dies at 34

Irish middle-distance runner Ciara Mageean, a two-time Olympian and 2024 European 1,500-meter champion, has died at 34 after battling cancer. Her family said she died surrounded by loved ones; Mageean also won European silver and bronze and held several Irish records.

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Longtime Ellen Producer Matthew Wright Dies at 52

Longtime Ellen DeGeneres Show EP Matthew Wright died at 52 on Oct. 30 in Los Angeles; colleague Andy Lassner saw him on a Halloween set hours earlier.

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Detroit Techno Pioneer Juan Atkins Dies at 64

Juan Atkins, Detroit techno founder and Belleville Three member, died at 64 on Oct. 31, 2026, after being found unresponsive in a Mexico City hotel room.

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Dolores Huerta dies at 96 after accusing Cesar Chavez of sexual abuse

Dolores Huerta, UFW co-founder who in March 2026 accused Cesar Chavez of sexually abusing her in the 1960s, has died at 96; family announced it Oct. 28.

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Mets World Series Hero Koosman Dies at 83

Jerry Koosman, the two-time All-Star and key pitcher on the Mets’ 1969 World Series championship team, has died at 83. He spent 12 seasons with New York and finished his 19-year career with 222 wins; the Mets retired his No. 36.

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Barbara Barrie, Oscar-Nominated Actress, Dies at 95 After Medical Assistance

Barbara Barrie died Oct. 28 at 95 at her Manhattan home in a medically assisted death after terminal cancer, her daughter told The New York Times.

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Last ‘McHale’s Navy’ Star Bobby Wright Dies

Bobby Wright, last surviving McHale's Navy cast member and singer of the 1971 No. 13 country hit "Here I Go Again," died Oct. 27, 2026, at 84 in Madison, Tennessee.

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Federal Judge Overseeing Maduro Case Dies at 92

U.S. District Judge Alvin Hellerstein died Oct. 28, 2026, at 92 while overseeing the Maduro case, weeks after a frail hearing denying Cilia Flores' release.

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Dallas football coach Freddie James dies at 89

Freddie James, the legendary Carter High School football coach whose career inspired the film “Friday Night Lights,” has died at 89. He led the Dallas program from 1982 to 1995, compiling a 139-27-5 record, helping eight players reach the NFL and earning recognition for building a lasting legacy beyond football.

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Mexican Leftist Leader Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas Dies at 92

Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas, PRD founder and three-time Mexican presidential candidate, died Oct. 28, 2026, at 92; Sheinbaum said the 1988 election day he “should have been recognized as president.”

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Emmy-Winning Actor Susan Saint James Dies at 80

Susan Saint James died at 80 of pancreatic cancer. After son Teddy was killed in a 2004 crash, her family said even in deepest grief she put everyone else first.

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Coach June Jones, four others die

Legendary football coach June Jones, 73, has died; he was known for innovative offenses and a celebrated turnaround at the University of Hawaii. Obituaries also announced the deaths of Betty Yates Hague, 85, remembered for her family and school-district work; Marblehead community member Rachel Schroeder, 71; church and community volunteer Betty York, 79; and Betty P. Moore, 97.

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Pittsburgh Rock Singer Donnie Iris Dies at 83

Donnie Iris died Oct. 26, 2026, at 83, weeks after retiring; his final show was Sept. 28 in Pittsburgh after a 2023 bladder cancer diagnosis.

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All My Children Actor Alan Dysert Dies at 75 After Cancer Revelation

All My Children actor Alan Dysert died at 75; his 2023 book Lights, Camera, Cancer! detailed a rare, aggressive, incurable cancer, four major surgeries and 29 CT scans.

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Star Trek Actor Walter Koenig Dies at 90

Walter Koenig, best known as Pavel Chekov on the original Star Trek series and in seven of its films, has died at 90 of natural causes at his North Hollywood home. His decades-long career also included roles in Babylon 5 and other productions, and he remained a presence in the Star Trek community through fan conventions.

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Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda Dies at 90

Former Japanese PM Yasuo Fukuda died at 90 of heart failure Oct. 22. First son of a PM to hold the office, he said of Yasukuni visits: "Do we need to do something the other side dislikes?"

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Bugs Bunny Voice Actor Eric Bauza Dies at 46

Eric Bauza, the modern voice of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, has died at 46. Family announced it on Instagram October 25; the medical examiner cited hypertensive cardiovascular disease.

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Five-Time Pro Bowler Lawrence McCutcheon Dies at 76

Five-time Pro Bowl Rams running back Lawrence McCutcheon died at 76 on Oct. 23 after a long battle with Parkinson's disease.

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‘Shazam!’ Star Michael Gray Dies at 75

Michael Gray, best known for playing Billy Batson in the 1970s live-action TV series “Shazam!,” has died at 75 of natural causes. He also appeared in shows including “The Brady Bunch” and “The Little People” and became a teen-magazine favorite.

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Oct 22, 2026

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Actor Tom Skerritt, ‘Alien’ and ‘Top Gun’ Star, Dies at 93

Tom Skerritt, of Alien and Top Gun, died at 93 of natural causes on October 21; his family said, "We are heartbroken by his loss."

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Reds World Series Champion Todd Benzinger Dies at 63

Todd Benzinger, the former Cincinnati Reds first baseman who caught the final out of the team’s 1990 World Series sweep, has died at 63. Beyond his three seasons with the Reds, he remained active in the Cincinnati community, supporting the team and mentoring young baseball players.

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Former Rangers Star Ron Duguay Dies at 69

Former Rangers star Ron Duguay died at 69 of stage-four colon cancer after 274 NHL goals; family and team announced it and Sarah Palin paid tribute.

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Country Hall of Famer John Anderson Dies at 71

Country Music Hall of Famer John Anderson, known for hits including “Swingin’,” “Seminole Wind” and “Straight Tequila Night,” has died at 71. His family announced his death on October 21; no cause has been disclosed.

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