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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Amanda Blake became known to a larger television audience as "Miss Kitty" on Gunsmoke. It was her signature role, in which she starred for almost 20 years. The actress, who died in 1989, had an eventful life - lots of success, lots of men, but also lots of suffering. Amanda...

Inside The Life Of 'Gunsmoke' Star Amanda Blake

New Jersey State

John Aprea, who played Vito Corleone’s right-hand man Salvatore Tessio in The Godfather Part II, has died at the age of 83. The news was confirmed by the actor’s manager Will Levine, who stated that he passed away from natural causes. Aprea portrayed the younger version of Tessio...

‘The Godfather Part II’ actor John Aprea dies aged 83

It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

Closer Weekly

Whatever happened to those adorable child stars of old-time television? Some managed to make the leap to adult acting careers, some turned their backs on Hollywood — and other crashed and burned. Closer takes a look at how life turned out for the pint-sized thespians.

Child Stars’ Shocking Grown-Up Lives! Danny Bonaduce, Angela Cartwright, More Whose Hollywood Dreams Fizzled

It's been three years since beloved actress Betty Lynn passed away at 95 years old in 2021. As Thelma Lou on TV's 1960s classic sitcom, The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-68), actress Lynn was the ideal girl next door. As girlfriend to series star Don Knotts, who played Deputy Barney Fife to Griffith's lead Sheriff Andy Taylor, Lynn made Barney's heart flutter, and maybe a few home viewers too.

In Memory of 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Betty Lynn ('Thelma Lou'): 3 Years After Her Demise

The series’ executive producers discuss why ‘Bel-Air’ deeply resonates with the Black community and its bold approach to social issues ahead of Season 3. In anticipation of the highly-awaited third season of Bel-Air, we sat down with executive producers Will Smith, Morgan Cooper, and showrunner Carla Banks Waddles to delve into the popular drama. The trio discussed the evolving dynamics within the Banks family, the unique challenges of adapting the beloved ’90s classic for a modern audience, and the importance of staying true to the series’ core themes of identity and belonging. As Banks Waddles returns to steer the show, they teased how the upcoming season will push the characters to new heights, promising a summer in Bel-Air filled with unexpected twists, heartfelt moments, and a celebration of family.

WATCH: Will Smith, Morgan Cooper And Carla Banks Waddles On ‘Bel-Air’s Cultural Impact and L.A.'s Role In The Show’s Success

Ferguson, MO

An international human rights commission is investigating the fatal police shooting of Michael Brown, Jr., the Black teen whose 2014 death became a catalyst for the racial justice movement. Brown’s mother Lezley McSpadden filed a claim against the U.S. with the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights in 2023, alleging that...

10 years later, Michael Brown’s mom asks a global panel to look into her son's death

Kentucky State

Bowling Green, KY

Audio will be available later today. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Bloomberg News' Madison Muller, who reported on a Kentucky city that has one of the highest concentrations of people with weight loss drug prescriptions in the country.

Ozempic takes over the Kentucky city of Bowling Green

Bassett Vance Productions is working on a new drama series for NBC and Universal TV titled Keats , executive produced by Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance. Keats follows Alex Keats, a fourth-generation police officer returning to Philadelphia to bury her mother, a decorated officer who supposedly died by suicide.

Angela Bassett & Courtney B. Vance Are Producing a New Drama for NBC

Alabama State

It's been 21 years since actress/singer Nell Carter, best known for the 1980s NBC sitcom, Gimme a Break!, died of natural causes at only 54. This is her story. Nell Carter was born September 13, 1948, in Birmingham, Alabama. After initially finding fame on and off-Broadway, and via a brief role in 1977 on the TV datime drama, Ryan's Hope, Carter took the lead in Ain't Misbehavin'!, a live stage revue of the works of composer Fats Waller.

The Brief Life & Tragic Death of Nell Carter ('Gimme A Break' & 'Ain't Misbehavin'): 21 Years Later

Georgia State

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Atlanta, GA

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A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

This season will feature unexpected twists, deeper character arcs, and powerful performances from the show’s talented cast. Ahead of the highly anticipated third season of Peacock’s hit series Bel-Air, stars Jordan L. Jones and Simone Joy Jones sat down with ESSENCE to delve into the evolving drama and character arcs that have captivated audiences. As Bel-Air reimagines the beloved ‘90s sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air through a contemporary, dramatic lens, the show explores the complexities of Will’s journey from West Philadelphia to the luxurious world of Bel-Air.

WATCH: Simone Joy Jones And Jordan L. Jones On The Drama and Depth of ‘Bel-Air’ Season 3

Elizabeth Taylor may have had seven husbands, but there were four loves of her life: her children. When it came to Michael Wilding Jr., Christopher Wilding, Liza Todd and Maria Burton Carson, Taylor was “a mother above all else,” once saying that her children make her “the proudest of anything” she’s ever done, according the Elizabeth Taylor website.

Elizabeth Taylor’s kids: Who are they, and where are they now?

FanSided

You may not known George Schenck by name, but you know his work. He contributed to decades worth of memorable television dating back to the 1970s. He worked with various networks, and is partially responsible for keeping NCIS going strong during its first decade and a half on CBS. Schenck...

Mark Harmon pays tribute to late NCIS showrunner George Schenck

Oklahoma State

Tulsa, OK

Eleven additional sets of human remains have been found in connection with the 1921 Tulsa, Oklahoma, race riots, three of which have gunshot wounds, the city said Friday. Two of the victims have gunshot wounds from two different weapons, and one had signs of possible burns. The remains were found...

3 more sets of remains tied to the 1921 Tulsa race riots found with gunshot wounds

Have you ever had a crush on someone, and to show it, you gave them a mix CD, or, you know, depending on your age, maybe it was a mixtape or a playlist. If the answer is yes, then you know how important it is for your crush mix to include at least one song that perfectly captures the depth of your longing. And if you're like me, you may have, on more than one occasion, chosen this man, Jeff Buckley, as your emotional avatar.

Jeff Buckley's 'Grace' at 30

Born to Greek parents, artist Christina and restaurant owner Nick, Aristotelis "Telly" Savalas was the second of five siblings. Due to the difficult financial circumstances the family was facing, Telly and his brother Gus used to polish shoes and sell newspapers during their childhood, to help support their parents. 2...

'Kojak': Inside Telly Savalas' Sad Cause Of Death

New York State

Illegal crossings at the southern border are on the decline, but officials on the northern border say they're seeing a dramatic increase. In Northern New York, migrants make their way through field, swamps and forests into the United States. North Country Public Radio's Cara Chapman takes us to the border communities that are dealing with this new reality.

Northern border communities face a dramatic increase in illegal crossings

Iowa State

Corydon, IA

Iowa researchers say they’ve excavated the state’s first well-preserved mastodon, a roughly 13,600-year-old specimen that was found in the southern part of the state. The University of Iowa’s Office of the State Archaeologist said in a Facebook post that the 12-day excavation involving staff and local community members yielded “several mastodon bones,” primarily from the skull.

A 13,600-year-old mastodon skull is unearthed in an Iowa creek

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Actor Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor On The Complexity & Heartbreak Of Female Friendships

In The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat, Ellis-Taylor plays the outspoken ringleader among three women...

Actor Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor On The Complexity & Heartbreak Of Female Friendships

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