Celebrity deaths in 2017 weren't limited to the usual suspects. Young musicians and beloved '70s stars kept popping up in obituaries. Many of the admired actors from the 1980s were also saddened to death. Sam Shepard (affable secretary of Perry Mason) also died July 30. There were many more deaths than just musicians and actors. These were 10 shocking deaths that shaped entertainment's year.
Roy Dotrice was 94 years old when he died on Oct. 16.
Roy Dotrice, a character actor, died on October 16 at the age 94. He was well-known for his roles in TV and plays. In 2000, he was awarded a Tony Award for his portrayal of Jacob "Father," Wells in the revival production of "A Moon for the Misbegotten." He was also known to be a gifted speaker and a sharp thinker.
Tom Petty, who died on Oct. 2, 2007, was taken to heaven.
Tom Petty is well-known for his unique voice and his influence on musicians and music fans. Petty was a member and songwriter of The Traveling Wilburys from 1980. He also wrote songs for Roy Orbison and Jeff Lynne. Sir Paul McCartney tweeted his respects, as did Carole King. Many of the singer's long-time friends and colleagues paid tribute to his music.
Perry Mason's secretary, Barbara Hale, was played by Barbara Hale
Aside from her role as the affable secretary on Perry Mason, Hale was also an accomplished actress. Hale was also a star in many movies and television shows. She starred in the 1972 comedy Big Wednesday with Raymond Burr and in the 1978 film Big Wednesday, she starred alongside William Katt. Hale also included the show in her biography, "Affectionate Secrets of a Woman", which was written by actress.
Sam Shepard died on July 30
American actor Sam Shepard, 66, died on July 30, 2017. He was born in Illinois and grew up on a farm in the Midwest. He was the son and daughter of a violent alcoholic. After spending several months with a traveling theatre group, he finally settled in New York at 19. At the age of 19, he fell into the off-Broadway scene, working as a busboy at the Village Gate. Sam Shepard authored more than 40 plays over the course of his career.
Nelsan died September 28, 2005
Nelsan Ellis, an actor, has passed away. He was only 39. His death was the result of heart failure resulting from alcohol withdrawal. He was pronounced dead at a New York hospital. His role as Lafayette, the gay cook and medium in HBO's True Blood was his. Ellis' charismatic, intelligent and soulful performances were loved by viewers. Ellis has left behind a son and daughter, a grandson, and a nephew.
Anne Jeffreys, who died Sept. 28th, was taken from us.
Anne Jeffreys is an American actress. She was born in Goldsboro North Carolina. She was originally trained to be an operatic soprano. However, she quickly moved to New York City and became part of the New York Municipal Opera Company. Later, she starred in "I Married an Angel", a 1942 film version, and a number of Dick Tracy films. Jeffreys' last role in the film was that of John Dillinger as the moll.
Don Rickles was 84 years old when he died.
Barbara Rickles (Don Rickles' spouse) has died at the tender age of 84. They had been married 56 years. She was currently battling nonHodgkin’s lymphoma as well other health problems. Barbara Rickles stepped back despite his wisdom when it came to talking about her late husband. The couple's funeral is planned for March 14, which is the anniversary of their wedding.
Miguel Ferrer passed away from heart failure.
Actor Owen Granger, who was 61 years old, has died. He was also an actor in RoboCop, Twin Peaks and other shows. The show also addressed his real-life problems with health following his death. He had also been battling throat cancer. After a brief absence, he became a series regular. His performance in recent episodes, however, was limited.
FAQ
What are the salaries of actors?
An actor's pay can vary from $1,000,000 per movie to below $100,000 for independent films. The average actor receives between $10,000 and $20,000 for a film. Many actors aren't paid. It depends on how successful an actor is. Some actors are successful and make millions. Others struggle to find work.
What is the difference among a producer or distributor?
A producer creates the movie. A distributor distributes the movie. A distributor can distribute the movie to theaters or other companies such as Netflix. Distributors can buy movies from producers. They then make them available for sale to theaters as well cable channels and streaming services.
Distributors will need to negotiate with theatre owners about the location of their movies. This means that some theaters may charge more to see a certain movie than others. If you want your movie to be seen by as many people as possible, you should choose a distributor with many theaters.
How much does Hollywood earn in a single year?
A movie takes around $100 million to create. The average movie costs around $100 million to make. If you made ten movies per month for a ten year, you'd have enough cash to buy a small country.
Your island would be yours, complete with an airport, power plant, bank, post office, police force, fire department, school system, hospital, sports stadium, theater, and cinema.
If that doesn't sound like fun, then you must be insane.
Statistics
- By 1911, approximately 60 to 70 percent of films imported into Great Britain were American. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Women account for 51 percent of moviegoers. (en.wikipedia.org)
- If we translate this to a percentage, we get 28%, so let's be generous and say that ‘Hollywood studios' release about ⅓ of the movies released in the U.S. and Canada each year. (glitteratilobotomy.com)
- In 2019, that percentage increased to 40 percent. (en.wikipedia.org)
- At his encouragement, his sister Sarah Luke, brother-in-law Elisha Luke, with her mother, Azubah, took the Atlantic & Pacific Railroad from Ogden to Los Angeles in November 1885, according to Adrian Weekly Press, November 13, 1885. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How to make Universal Studios Hollywood reservations
Universal Studios Hollywood (USH) is one of the most popular theme parks in the world, located in Los Angeles County, California. MCA Inc. was the original founder of Universal Studios Hollywood (USH) in 1955. MCA Inc. owns the rights for the name "Universal". Since its opening, the park was expanded many times. USH is currently comprised of five main areas: CityWalk; Islands of Adventure; Studio Tour; Seuss Landing; and Volcano Bay. Additional waterparks include Typhoon Lagoon (Wet 'n Wild) and Typhoon Lagoon (Typhoon Lagoon).
E.T. rides are some of the attractions at the park. 's ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter, Revenge of the Mummy, Transformers: The Ride 3D, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, Rock 'N' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, Flight of Fear, Men in Black Alien Attack, The Simpsons Ride, Terminator 2: 3-D, Shrek 4-D, King Kong 360deg, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Escape from Gringotts, Honey I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure, Madagascar Madness!, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Backdraft, The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man, Twister... Rides! Soarin’ Around the World. There are also new Halloween Horror Nights, Monsters University Spooky Stories, JAWS Alive!. The park also includes shops, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and more.
How to Make Reservations at Universal Hollywood
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Day Pass – $99
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Park Hopper Ticket - $199
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VIP Tickets - $299
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