Celebrity deaths in 2017 weren't limited to the usual suspects. Obituaries kept surfacing with young musicians and beloved stars of the 1970s. Many idolized '80s stars were also mourned. Sam Shepard was also a beloved secretary for Perry Mason. He died on 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.
Character actor Roy Dotrice passed away on Oct. 16 at the age of 94. The award-winning actor was known for his roles in plays and on TV. He was honored with a Tony Award for the role of Jacob "Father," Wells, in the revival and revival of "A Moon for the Misbegotten" in 2000. He was also well-known for his flawless pronunciation and sharp intelligence.
Tom Petty died Oct. 2,
Tom Petty is a singer and songwriter best known for his distinctive voice. Petty, a member the 1980s supergroup The Traveling Wilburys wrote songs along with Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan and Jeff Lynne. He was also involved with The Beatles and the Grateful Dead. Sir Paul McCartney tweeted his respects, as did Carole King. In addition, the singer's longtime friends and colleagues have paid tribute to his music.
Perry Mason's affable secretary was played in part by Barbara Hale
Hale was a talented actress, aside from her role in Perry Mason's affable secretary. In addition to her role on the hit sitcom, Hale starred in numerous movies and television series. She co-starred as Raymond Burr in 1972's comedy Big Wednesday. In 1978, she was a star alongside William Katt playing the role of Paul Drake Jr. Hale's biography, "Affectionate Secrets of a Woman," which she wrote about the show, also featured it.
Sam Shepard's death occurred on July 30,
American actor Sam Shepard, 66, died on July 30, 2017. He was born on a farm in Illinois. He was the son of a violent alcoholic and dropped out of college. 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 produced more than 40 plays throughout his career.
Nelsan died September 28, 2005
Nelsan Ellis, the actor, has been taken from us. He was 39. He died from heart failure caused by alcohol withdrawal. He died at a New York medical center. He was Lafayette, the gay cook/medium on HBO's "True Blood". People loved Ellis' charismatic performances. Ellis leaves behind a niece, nephew, grandchild, and son.
Anne Jeffreys died September 28, 2005
An American actress, Anne Jeffreys was born in Goldsboro, North Carolina. She trained as an operatic soprano and soon moved to New York City to join the New York Municipal Opera Company. She starred in the 1942 film "I Married an Angel" as well as a number Dick Tracy films. Jeffreys last role was that of the moll for John Dillinger, a bank robber.
Don Rickles was 84 years old when he died.
Don Rickles' wife, Barbara, has passed away at the age of 84. The couple were married 56 years. She was fighting non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and other health problems. Barbara Rickles took a few backward steps when speaking about her late husband, despite his wise counsel. The anniversary of their wedding day is March 14, and the couple will have their funeral.
Miguel Ferrer died from heart failure
On Thursday, Owen Granger, an actor on CBS's NCIS: Los Angeles, passed away. 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. He returned to the series after a short absence, but his appearance in recent episodes was very limited.
FAQ
What happens to my film if it doesn't do well in the box office?
Poor box office performance can lead to many complications.
You might want to change the marketing of your film.
The script might be rewritten.
Third, you might decide to add new characters.
Fourth, you might decide to remove some characters.
Fifth, you might decide to cut scenes.
Sixth, you may decide that the film isn't worth making.
What percentage of the box office goes to marketing budgets?
Marketing budgets can account for as much as 20% to 40% of a film’s overall budget. This is because marketing is very important to the success of any film.
No one will know about your film if you don't do good marketing. It is impossible to get people to pay for your film without knowing all about it.
How many theaters will I need to return my investment?
It depends on how many weeks you plan to make your theatrical production.
If you're planning to run your film for less than two weeks, you only need to open one theater.
If your film will run for more that two weeks, at least two theatres are necessary.
Who is Hollywood's most recognizable actor?
Tom Hanks is the most highly-paid actor of all time. He earns a minimum of $25 million per movie. According to Celebrity Net Worth.
Will Smith takes second place, with $65 million earned over four decades for his involvement in Independence Day.
Tom Cruise comes in third. He made $60 million for Mission Impossible's Ethan Hunt role over five years.
Fourth place goes to Daniel Craig, who made $50 million over four years for playing James Bond in Skyfall.
Fifth place goes to Leonardo DiCaprio, who earned $45 million over five years for starring in Titanic.
Sixth place goes out to Brad Pitt. He earned $40 million in six years as a result of his portrayal of Steve McQueen's character in 12 Years a Slave.
Seventh place goes to Robert Downey Jr., who earned $35 million over seven years for playing Tony Stark/Iron Man in Iron Man.
Johnny Depp takes eighth place. He earned $30M over eight years playing Captain Jack Sparrow on the Pirates of The Caribbean series.
Ninth place goes to George Clooney, who earned $25 million over nine years for playing Matt Damon's character in Good Night and Good Luck.
10th place goes to Angelina Jolie, who earned $20 million over 11 years for her roles in Tomb Raider and Mr & Mrs Smith.
What is the difference between an Indie Film and a Foreign Language Film?
A single filmmaker usually makes an independent film. He or she makes all the decisions.
However, foreign language films are typically produced by a larger production group.
They often hire actors, authors, and directors who are from other countries.
Professional translators are also available to ensure that the dialogue sounds natural.
Why is it called Hollywood?
D.W. Griffith established the first film industry in California, 1887. It was named for Los Angeles, which was at the time called "Hollywood."
Because it was an exciting area to visit, the name stuck. It was a place that people would travel from all walks of the globe to experience.
Hollywood is still a part of our culture today. We have movies, television shows, music videos, commercials, etc. We call them all "Hollywood."
How much does it cost for a feature movie to be distributed?
A typical distribution deal costs between $100,000-$150,000.
Theaters typically cost around $10,000.
The average screen price is approximately $5,000
That means that if you have 100 screens, then your distribution fee would be around $500,000.
Distribution fees for ten screens would amount to $50,000
Statistics
- Women account for 51 percent of moviegoers. (en.wikipedia.org)
- "[116]"38% of films employed 0 or 1 woman in the roles considered, 23% employed two women, 28% employed 3 to 5 women, and 10% employed 6 to 9 women. (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)
- The author of the study noted that "The percentage of female speaking roles has not increased much since the 1940s when they hovered around 25 percent to 28 percent." (en.wikipedia.org)
- In 2019, that percentage increased to 40 percent. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How To
How long does Hollywood Walk of Fame tour take?
The average time to visit the Hollywood Walk Of Fame takes around 2 hours.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame began in 1960. It consists of 1,400 stars embedded on the sidewalk at Grauman's Chinese Theater. It commemorates famous people who contributed to film, television, music, theater, sports, art, science, politics, philanthropy, literature, fashion, architecture, education, and other cultural fields. Each star is accompanied on a plaque that has the individual's name as well as their birth year and category.
Hollywood Boulevard is home to 683 stars, ranging from Gower Street to Vine Street. A third of the stars have been given posthumously.
There are many ways you can view the stars. You can either walk along the street or take advantage of the free transportation offered by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
To see the entire list of current inductees, visit the official website at www.walkoffame.com/inductee_listing/.