Walter Cunningham, , Apollo 7 Astronaut, , Dead at 90.
Walter Cunningham, , Apollo 7 Astronaut, , Dead at 90.
The death of the civilian astronaut was announced by NASA on Jan.
4.
Cunningham was a member of the three-person crew of Apollo 7.
Apollo 7 was also NASA's first crewed mission to space... .
... following the disastrous capsule fire that claimed the lives of three astronauts preparing for the Apollo 1 mission.
In his 1977 memoir, 'The All American Boys,' Cunningham alluded to the importance of the Apollo 7 flight.
We carried the nationâs
hope with us.
, Walter Cunningham, NASA Astronaut,
via 'The All American Boys' .
Twenty-one months before, a fire on the very pad from which we launched had killed three of
our teammates, Walter Cunningham, NASA Astronaut,
via 'The All American Boys' .
One more setback now, and the prospects of landing a man on the moon before 1970 would be
gone forever, Walter Cunningham, NASA Astronaut,
via 'The All American Boys' .
Apollo 7 was Cunningham's sole mission into space.
I consider it a spectacle I took part in.
I came away thinking there wasnât anything I
couldnât handle, Walter Cunningham, NASA Astronaut,
via 'The New York Times' .
When asked if his experience in space changed his outlook, Cunningham offered a grounded response.
I am a physicist, and everything I encountered in the flight can
be explained.
, Walter Cunningham, NASA Astronaut,
via 'The New York Times'.
It did not change my view of religion, life, earth.
It had
no revelations, Walter Cunningham, NASA Astronaut,
via 'The New York Times'
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Eric Carmen, , âHungry Eyesâ Singer, , Dead at 74.
Raspberries frontman Eric Carmen,
who wrote hits such as "All By Myself"
and "Hungry Eyes," died "in his sleep, over
the weekend," his wife, Amy Carmen, said.
It is with tremendous sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Eric Carmen, Amy Carmen, via statement.
It brought him great joy to know, that
for decades, his music touched so many
and will be his lasting legacy, Amy Carmen, via statement.
Please respect the familyâs privacy as we mourn our enormous loss, Amy Carmen, via statement.
Carmen formed the Raspberries
in 1970. They released four albums
with Capitol Records, AP reports. .
Carmen formed the Raspberries
in 1970. They released four albums
with Capitol Records, AP reports. .
The group disbanded in 1975, at which
point Carmen launched his solo career. .
The group disbanded in 1975, at which
point Carmen launched his solo career. .
His self-titled debut album included the massive hit "All By Myself," which sold over 1 million copies.
Other hits include "Make Me Lose Control" and "Almost Paradise.".
Other hits include "Make Me Lose Control" and "Almost Paradise.".
Carmen's other albums include 'Boats Against the Current,' 'Change of Heart,' 'Tonight You're Mine' and a second self-titled album.
In 1987, "Hungry Eyes" was featured
in the movie 'Dirty Dancing,' helping the album to sell over 32 million copies. .
The Raspberries reunited for some
shows in the early 2000s
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Richard Lewis , Dead at 76.
The beloved comic died at his home in
Los Angeles on Feb. 27, Deadline reports. .
He suffered a heart attack.
In April 2023, Lewis revealed that he'd
been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
Lewis gained notoriety as a comic in the 1970s, appearing on shows such as
'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.'.
He made his acting debut in 1979, appearing in
'Diary of a Young Comic,' which aired on NBC.
He secured his first Showtime
special, 'I'm In Pain,' in 1985.
He went on to have three HBO comedy specials between 1988 and 1997.
Lewis co-starred on a few TV shows throughout
the '80s and '90s alongside talent such as
Jamie Lee Curtis, Don Rickles and Kevin Nealon.
Film credits include 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights,' 'Drunks' and 'Leaving Las Vegas.'.
Lewis took on what many view as his signature role on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' in 2000.
We are heartbroken to learn
that Richard Lewis has passed
away. His comedic brilliance,
wit and talent were unmatched. , HBO, via statement.
Richard will always be a cherished member of
the HBO and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' families,
our heartfelt condolences go out to his family,
friends and all the fans who could count on
Richard to brighten their days with laughter, HBO, via statement
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Ewen MacIntosh, , Star of âThe Office,â , Dead at 50.
The British actor, who was best
known for playing "Big Keith" in BBC's
'The Office,' died on Feb. 19, CNN reports.
Just Right Management
confirmed his death on Feb. 21.
It is with a heavy heart I can confirm
the very sad news of our client Ewenâs
passing. Ewen was a wonderful actor
and an even better human being. , Just Right Management, via statement.
He made people laugh and
possessed such a kind heart.
He touched the lives of all who
came into contact with him, Just Right Management, via statement.
Ewen suffered from ill health
these past two years and passed
peacefully on the 19th February
from undisclosed causes, Just Right Management, via statement.
His family are heartened by
and deeply appreciate all the
outpouring of love for Ewen but
would appreciate the privacy for them
to grieve at this very difficult time, Just Right Management, via statement.
Ricky Gervais, creator of 'The Office,' took to social media to pay his respects to MacIntosh.
'The Office' co-writer and co-director
Stephen Merchant also paid his respects
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Many stars paid tribute to Chita Rivera, the showstopping Broadway legend who sadly died at the age of 91. Rivera's daughter announced in a statement obtained by The Hollywood Reporter that Rivera died Tuesday in New York following a brief illness. The two-time Tony Award winner was known as a triple threat and stage icon who originated some of musical theater's most iconic characters.
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Remembering
Aretha Franklin.
Aretha Louise Franklin was born on
March 25, 1942, and died on August 16, 2018.
Here are five facts
to celebrate the
âQueen of Soul.â.
1. She was the first woman inducted
into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
2. Franklin taught
herself how to play
the piano by ear.
3. She performed for
Presidents Jimmy Carter,
Bill Clinton and Barack Obama.
4. Franklin's single, "Respect,"
was a civil rights anthem.
5. NASA named an
asteroid after her.
Happy Birthday,
Aretha Franklin!
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On Saturday, a Russian Soyuz rocket successfully launched three astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS), overcoming a setback that had led to the last-minute abort of its previous launch two days prior. NASA astronaut Tracy Dyson, Russian cosmonaut Oleg Novitsky, and Marina Vasilevskaya of Belarus embarked on their journey from the Russian-leased Baikonur launch facility in Kazakhstan, marking a smooth and triumphant lift-off.
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