Lynne Marie Stewart, "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" actor, dies at age 78

The actor who played Charlie's mother in "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" and starred in "Pee-wee's Playhouse" died at age 78 on Friday, a spokesperson for the actress confirmed to CBS News.

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Lynne Marie Stewart, Miss Yvonne on ‘Pee-wee’s Playhouse,’ Dies at 78

She was the “most beautiful woman in Puppetland” in the 1980s children’s show starring Paul Reubens, and more recently had a recurring role in “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.”
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TV presenter Henry Kelly dies aged 78

Irish journalist hosted gameshows including Going for Gold and Game for a Laugh in the 1980s and 90s. Henry Kelly, the Irish journalist and presenter best known for hosting UK TV shows such as ...
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Michelle Trachtenberg, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl actor, dies aged 39

The actor was found at a New York apartment on Wednesday, with the cause of death unknown but not being treated as suspicious. Michelle Trachtenberg’s natural talent shone in everything from ...
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Wowed by a Loft in Philadelphia, and Its Hollywood Pedigree

A couple loved that their apartment was used as a location for the movie ‘Philadelphia.’ But a decade after moving in, they needed to add a new scene.
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Going For Gold presenter Henry Kelly dies at 78

He presented shows including Game For A Laugh and Going For Gold, and fronted several radio programmes.
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Trump’s bullshit blitz has Europe on its knees | Stewart Lee

For the US president’s cheerleaders, the whitewashing of the deaths of ten of thousands of Ukrainians is a small price to pay for sticking it to the wokerati. Was it really only a month ago that ...
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Voletta Wallace, the Notorious B.I.G.’s Mother, Dies at 78

She played the rapper music as a child, stood by his side during his meteoric career and navigated the legal and artistic questions that arose after his killing.
The New York Times - 5d
Michelle Trachtenberg, 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Gossip Girl' actor, dies at 39

Michelle Trachtenberg, who starred in 'Harriet the Spy,' 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Gossip Girl,' was found dead in her home Wednesday at age 39.
Los Angeles Times - 20h
Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer, dies at age 88

Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer of "Killing Me Softly with His Song," "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" and other hits, has died at age 88.
CBS News - 2d
Killing Me Softly singer Roberta Flack dies aged 88

The star's other hits included The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and Feel Like Makin' Love.
BBC News - 2d
Cleveland Guardians owner Larry Dolan dies at age 94, team announces

A lifelong Cleveland resident, Dolan purchased his hometown team in 2000.
Yahoo Sports - 2d
Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer, dies at age 88

Roberta Flack's intimate vocal and musical style on "Killing Me Softly with His Song" and other hits made her one of the top recording artists of the 1970s and an influential performer long after.
CBS News - 2d
Michelle Trachtenberg, Gossip Girl and Buffy actress, dies aged 39

Trachtenberg, 39, found fame in television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and later Gossip Girl.
BBC News - 4h
Voletta Wallace, Notorious B.I.G.’s mother and keeper of his legacy, dies at 78

NEW YORK — Voletta Wallace, the dedicated mother of the late great rapper The Notorious B.I.G., died Friday morning at 78.
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Voletta Wallace, mother of rapper Notorious B.I.G. and steward of his legacy, dies at 78

Voletta Wallace worked to elevate her son's short-lived but influential career to hip-hop greatness. Notorious B.I.G. was gunned down in 1997 in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Times - 5d
Voletta Wallace, Notorious B.I.G.'s mother and keeper of his legacy, dies at 78

Voletta Wallace, the dedicated mother of the late great rapper The Notorious B
ABC News - 5d
Cult folk singer Bill Fay, writer of The Healing Day, dies aged 81

Songs by the reluctant live performer have been covered by the War on Drugs, Wilco, Pavement and Marc Almond. The folk singer Bill Fay, known for songs such as The Healing Day and Thank You Lord, ...
The Guardian - 3d
Roberta Flack, soul and R&B icon behind Killing Me Softly, dies aged 88

Much-loved singer known for Killing Me Softly With His Song, The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and duets with Donny Hathaway and Peabo Bryson, had suffered a stroke in 2016. Roberta Flack – a ...
The Guardian - 2d
Is the Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid era nearing an end?

Joel Embiid's durability has always been a point of concern, but his current struggles highlight a disturbing decline.
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Sources: Patriots exec Stewart to be Huskers' GM

Patrick Stewart, the Patriots' director of pro personnel for the past two seasons, will be hired as general manager of Nebraska's football program, sources told ESPN.
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'Champions are made when nobody's watching' - Mary Earps on life at PSG

Mary Earps tells BBC Sport about her journey from switching Manchester United for life in the French capital with Paris St-Germain.
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Lewis scores 18 as Saint Mary's defeats Gonzaga 74-67

Mikey Lewis scored 18 points off of the bench to help lead the Saint Mary's Gaels over the Gonzaga Bulldogs 74-67
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California Bill Seeks Age Minimum on Anti-Aging Skin Care Products

Revamped legislation would require anyone purchasing the products to provide proof that they are 18 or older.
The New York Times - Feb. 19
Trump’s Golden Age could usher In Gilded Age corruption

The Gilded Age did not work out well for the American people or economy.
The Hill - 32m
Atlanta Truck results: Kyle Busch nips Stewart Friesen at finish line

Kyle Busch scores his 67th career Truck win, beating Stewart Friesen by .017 seconds.
Yahoo Sports - 4d
Jon Stewart takes on DOGE and makes some 'cuts' of his own

Jon Stewart may have gotten himself more than just a wee bit too worked up while hosting “The Daily Show” on Monday.
NBC News - 2d
Jon Stewart cuts hand during fiery monologue on DOGE, prescription drugs

Jon Stewart railed against sweeping cuts by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) — and suffered one of his own in the process — during an impassioned monologue on "The Daily Show." ...
The Hill - 1d
Nvidia revenues hit $39.3B, up 78% in FYQ4 — with no sign of slowdown (updated)

Nvidia reported that its revenue for the third fiscal quarter ended October 27 was $35.1 billion, up 17% from the previous quarter and up 94% from a year ago.
VentureBeat - 17h
Nvidia sales grow 78% on AI demand, company gives strong guidance

Nvidia reported fourth-quarter earnings that beat Wall Street expectations. The company also provided strong guidance for the current quarter.
CNBC - 15h
Watch: EastEnders actors share their most iconic scenes

The actors who play Ian, Cindy, Tracey and Alfie glance back through 40 years of TV history.
BBC News - Feb. 20
Actor jailed for raping schoolgirl he was tutoring

Alexander Westwood, who appeared in Netflix series Sex Education, is described as predatory.
BBC News - 1d
'Pain left by actor who abused us is there forever'

One woman's daughter has nightmares the actor is at the bottom of her bed.
BBC News - 1d
Behind the scenes with the best actor nominees for the 2025 Oscars

Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best actor at the 97th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees. The 2025 Oscars will be presented on Sunday, March 2.
CBS News - 23h
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman dead at 95

Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman died at the age of 95 at his Santa Fe, New Mexico, home. Hackman was found dead along with his wife and dog, but officials say they do not suspect foul play.
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Can the Philadelphia 76ers overcome their injuries and make a playoff run? | The Kevin O'Connor Show

Joel Embiid's injury history reads like a medical encyclopedia. Yet, he still believes if he can get healthy for the playoffs, the Sixers can challenge anyone.
Yahoo Sports - 6d
Philadelphia Eagles 2025 NFL offseason, NFLPA report card: With a strong core in place, they'll be a perpetual contender

There probably isn't an NFL roster in better shape for the long haul than the Eagles. They have relatively young stars at just about every major position, and most of them are locked into long-term ...
Yahoo Sports - 17h
LeBron 'defies' age with another historic 40 in win

LeBron James became the first player in NBA history with multiple 40-point games at age 40 or older, reaching his latest milestone in Thursday's win over the Blazers.
ESPN - 5d
Mitch McConnell’s legacy: The architect of Trump's Golden Age

Sen. Mitch McConnell's refusal to consider Merrick Garland's nomination to the Supreme Court in 2016 led to the appointment of Neil Gorsuch, setting in motion a chain reaction that ultimately ...
The Hill - 1d
'Hoosiers' star Hackman found dead at age 95

Gene Hackman, the prolific Oscar-winning actor whose films included what is considered one of the greatest sports movies of all time in "Hoosiers," has died at the age of 95.
ESPN - 1h

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