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Judith Jamison, famed dancer, dies at age 81

Judith Jameson, the acclaimed dancer who went on to become the artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, has died. She was 81. Shanelle Kaul takes a look at her legacy.

Judith Jamison Was a Singular Force in Dance

She was always a goddess of dance — even before her triumph in “Cry.” The Ailey star turned artistic director stretched like there was no tomorrow.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 11

Judith Jamison, influential dancer and choreographer, dies at 81

Judith Jamison, an acclaimed dancer and choreographer who for two decades was artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, died on Saturday in New York at the age of 81.

Judith Jamison, Alvin Ailey Dancer of ‘Power and Radiance,’ Dies at 81

She became an international star as a member of the company and later directed it, guiding it out of debt and boosting its popularity.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 10

Transcendent dancer Judith Jamison, Alvin Ailey artistic director, dies at 81

Acclaimed dancer become Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater artistic director.

Entertainment - ABC News - November 10

Judith Jamison, dancer & Alvin Ailey artistic director, dies at 81

Judith Jamison, an internationally acclaimed dancer who later served as artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for two decades, has died at age 81.

Entertainment - CBS News - November 9

Judith Jamison, celebrated Alvin Ailey dance performer and choreographer, dies at 81

Renowned dancer and choreographer Judith Jamison died Saturday after a brief illness, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater announced. She was 81.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 11

Judith Jamison, transcendent dancer and artistic director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, dies at 81

Entertainment - ABC News - November 9

Judith Jamison, a dancer both eloquent and elegant, led Ailey troupe to success over two decades

There are few images more indelible in the history of American dance: Judith Jamison, regal and passionate in white leotard and long ruffled skirt, punching the air in “Cry” — Alvin Ailey’s ...

Entertainment - ABC News - November 11

Curtain call as famed dance hall reduced to rubble

One of Ireland's most famous dance halls is reduced to rubble as locals share their memories.

The Baseball Hall of Fame Has 8 New Candidates

Steve Garvey, Dave Parker and Luis Tiant are among those being considered by the Classic Baseball Era Committee.

Sports - The New York Times - November 6

Pete Rose's posthumous Baseball Hall of Fame argument

MLB legend Pete Rose's exceptionalism, even in death, never shook off the ills of his past.

Sports - ESPN - November 11

See the newest inductees into the National Toy Hall of Fame

The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, New York, is inducting three new toys into The National Toy Hall of Fame. See which three of the 12 finalists made the cut!

Pokemon Gets Denied Entry To Toy Hall Of Fame

Nearly three decades ago, Pokemon debuted in Japan and spawned a best-selling video game franchise that continues to this day. The Pokemania phenomenon has since grown to include multiple anime ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 13

Bela Karolyi, coach of U.S. gymnastics stars, dies

Bela Karolyi, who became a guiding force in American gymnastics, though not without controversy, has died at age 82.

Sports - ESPN - November 17

Ichiro Suzuki Headlines Baseball’s 2025 Hall of Fame Ballot

Ichiro has a chance to join Mariano Rivera as the only players elected to the Hall unanimously.

Sports - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Famed Berlin theatre says cuts will sink it

World - Yahoo News - 3 days ago

The Chess Revolution — flash grandmasters finding fame and followers online

Peter Doggers charts the resurgence of the ancient game thanks to technology and globalisation

Business - Financial Times - October 26

"Mornings Memory": Taylor Swift reflects on her rise to fame

In today's "Mornings Memory," we revisit Taylor Swift's 2014 interview with Gayle King, where she shared insights into her life and career just as her stardom skyrocketed.

Three former 49ers coaches among nine Hall of Fame semifinalists

Three former San Francisco 49ers coaches are among nine semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

Lily Ebert, Holocaust Survivor Who Found Fame on TikTok, Dies at 100

Hungarian-born Jewish woman hesitated to tell her story. Then a great-grandson introduced her to social media.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 1

How Dave Roberts joined an elite -- Hall of Fame-worthy -- club of managers

With a masterful October, Roberts forever quieted his critics and might have sealed his place in the Hall of Fame.

Sports - ESPN - November 3

‘SNL’ Sketch Gives Harvey Epstein His 15 Minutes of Fame

Mr. Epstein, a state assemblyman who is running for New York City Council, had no idea he would be the subject of a skit watched by millions.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 3

Bobby Allison, Hall of Fame NASCAR Driver, Is Dead at 86

A three-time winner of the Daytona 500, he was ranked as one of NASCAR’s greatest drivers, with 84 victories. But his career was darkened by tragedy and injuries.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 10

Why One of Hockey’s Great Players Isn’t in the Hall of Fame

Alexander Mogilny has been deserving of induction for 15 years, and his exclusion isn’t some great mystery, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 11

Overheard at Hockey Hall of Fame weekend: Buzz on Class of 2025, expansion and more

As the hockey world gathered to celebrate a new group of legends, the conversations included other hot topics.

Sports - ESPN - November 12

Eminem, Morissette, Jackson, Crow, N.W.A. and more get Songwriters Hall of Fame nods

Eminem, Boy George, George Clinton, Sheryl Crow, Janet Jackson, the Doobie Brothers, N

Entertainment - ABC News - November 12

My Little Pony, Transformers, Phase 10, inducted into Toy Hall of Fame

The National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, New York, has enshrined a new class of honorees.

Toy Hall of Fame Welcomes My Little Pony, Transformers and Other Icons

Bronies can rejoice after years of failed bids. The list of inductees also includes Apples to Apples, ‘Choose Your Own Adventure’ gamebooks, Hess Toy Trucks, and the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

Business - Inc. - November 13

Emma Chamberlain on YouTube Fame and a New Warby Parker Line

Emma Chamberlain has a coffee company, a podcast and a new eyewear collaboration. One thing she isn’t doing much? Posting to YouTube.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 13

Famed Russian chef and Putin critic found dead in Belgrade

After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Alexei Zimin posted anti-war messages and stopped his cooking show on a pro-Kremlin television station.

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