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Film icons Gena Rowlands and John Cassavetes were one of Hollywood’s original power couples. Their relationship, which spanned over three decades, was also a successful work partnership. The Cassavetes-Rowlands partnership became a cornerstone of independent film in the 1960s and 1970s. Often hailed as the father of independent cinema, John directed a series of movies that pushed the boundaries of storytelling and emotion. Gena was his muse and leading lady in many of these productions.And while Gena became the visible star in their romance, she has always applauded John’s work. “It’s mostly due to John’s wonderful talent. And he saw...

Gena Rowlands and John Cassavetes: A Timeline of Their Iconic Hollywood Romance

Hollywood is paying tribute to one of its greats: actress Gena Rowlands. Rowlands is perhaps best known for her role in son Nick Cassavetes' 2004 film "The Notebook," but she is lauded for starring roles in films directed by her husband, the late John Cassavetes, such as 1974's "A Woman Under the Influence" and 1980's "Gloria."

Hollywood remembers Gena Rowlands: Jamie Lee Curtis and more pay tribute

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Business Times

Gena Rowlands, the celebrated actress whose luminous performances in a string of groundbreaking independent films made her one of the most revered figures in American cinema, has died at the age of 94. Rowlands, known for her powerful collaborations with her husband, director John Cassavetes, passed away surrounded by family at her California home. The news was confirmed by the office of her son, filmmaker Nick Cassavetes.

Gena Rowlands, Iconic Leading Lady of Independent Film, Dies at 94

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actress Gena Rowlands has passed away. Rowlands had a prolific career across the screen and stage with starring roles in films such as A Woman Under the Influence and Gloria, both directed by her husband John Cassavetes. She was nominated for an Academy Award for both films as well.

Actress Gena Rowlands Passes Away at 94

Los Angeles County, CA

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It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

Los Angeles, CA

ABC News

Matthew Perry died on Oct. 28, 2023, at the age of 54. An autopsy revealed he died from the acute effects of ketamine.

5 charged in Matthew Perry's ketamine death as new details emerge

It's been five years since the tragic death of acclaimed actor René Auberjonois at 79 from metastatic lung cancer in 2009. René Auberjonois was known for several heralded television performances on shows such as Benson, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and Boston Legal.

The Tragic Death of TV's Beloved 'Star Trek' and 'Benson' Actor René Auberjonois: Five Years Later

New Jersey State

Grant Ellis is the newest Bachelor looking for love. The day trader and former pro basketball player from New Jersey was announced as the new star of "The Bachelor" Monday night and he shared a video message with "Good Morning America" Tuesday. "Good morning, America! My name is Grant Ellis,...

New 'Bachelor' star Grant Ellis reveals what he's looking for in a partner

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

The US Sun

A MUM-of-two "who was never ill" died suddenly in her sleep after a night on the sofa watching Netflix. Lucy Wilk had put her nine-month-old son Theo to bed before spending a quiet evening with her long-term partner Michal Harabin. During the night on July 28, the "healthy" 38-year-old suffered...

Mum, 38, ‘who was never ill’ dies suddenly in her sleep after night on the sofa watching Netflix

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Former federal prosecutor and NBC legal analyst Glenn Kirschner said that if Donald Trump loses the 2024 election, he will “spend the rest of his miserable life in court” or in prison. During a conversation on SiriusXM’s The Dean Obeidallah Show, host Dean Obeidallah asked about how and...

Former Federal Prosecutor: If Trump Loses Election He Spends ‘Rest of His Miserable Life’ in Court or Prison

Four people have been arrested in connection with the murder of "General Hospital" actor Johnny Wactor, the Los Angeles Police Department said Thursday.

4 arrested in connection with fatal shooting of actor Johnny Wactor: LAPD

“The Union,” an action comedy with Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry, should have been more fun. Or more exciting. It certainly had a lot working in its favor, including big stars and a budget for globetrotting. But it’s lacking a certain charm that could help it be something more than the Netflix movie playing in the background.

Movie Review: Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry lead a middling spy comedy in ‘The Union’

South Pasadena, CA

A 1986 cold case murder of a teen has been solved after a DNA match led investigators to a convicted serial killer on death row.

Cold case murder from 1986 linked to serial killer with 13 other victims

"GMA3" anchor DeMarco Morgan gets an exclusive tour of the new Intuit Dome ahead of its grand opening.

Intuit Dome grand opening, inside look at the entire arena

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those mentioned.]. In the 1970s, McMillan & Wife was a dramedy-mystery TV series that alternated with Columbo, McCloud and other popular mysetry shows on the NBC Sunday Night Mystery Movie.

'McMillan & Wife' TV Stars Susan Saint James and John Schuck Share Happy Memories of Rock Hudson

BERLIN -- The Berlin Zoo's newest baby pygmy hippo made her public debut on Thursday, a day after her name — Toni, inspired by German soccer star Antonio Rüdiger — was chosen from more than 20,000 suggestions. Toni was born on June 3. She's still not much...

Berlin's newest pygmy hippo makes her debut, with a name inspired by a soccer star

LOS ANGELES -- Peter Marshall, the actor and singer turned game show host who played straight man to the stars for 16 years on “The Hollywood Squares,” has died. He was 98. He died Thursday of kidney failure at his home in the Encino neighborhood of Los Angeles,...

‘Hollywood Squares’ host and Broadway star Peter Marshall dies at 98

Beloved actress Nichelle Nichols, who died at 89 in 2022, found fame with her pioneering role as Communications Officer Lt. Nyota Uhura on TV's original Star Trek series (NBC, 1966-1969). She went on to play a groundbreaking role in several feature films and, as an African-American actress, became a beacon of dignity and diversity in Hollywood.

'Star Trek's' Nichelle Nichols Was Not Allowed To Play Secretary 'Peggy Fair' on TV's 'Mannix'

Gena Rowlands, the veteran actress who played the older version of Rachel McAdams’ character in 2004’s The Notebook, has passed away. Rowlands was 94. Rowlands’ death was confirmed to Variety by a representative of her son, filmmaker Nick Cassavetes, who directed her in The Notebook. Cassavetes recently...

‘The Notebook’ Star Gena Rowlands Dead at 94

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Gena Rowlands, Oscar-nominated 'A Woman Under the Influence' and 'The Notebook' actress, dies at 94

Gena Rowlands, the award-winning actress known for her acclaimed roles in \"A Woman Under the Influence,\" \"Gloria,\" and \"The Notebook,\" has died at 94. Rowlands' son,...

Gena Rowlands, the award-winning actress known for her acclaimed roles in "A Woman Under the Influence," "Gloria," and "The Notebook," has died at 94. Rowlands' son,...

Gena Rowlands, Oscar-nominated 'A Woman Under the Influence' and 'The Notebook' actress, dies at 94

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