Celebrity deaths in 2017 were not limited to the usual suspects. Obituaries of young musicians and beloved '70s actors kept showing up. Many admired '80s actors were also sadly laid to rest. 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. Here are 10 unanticipated deaths that shaped the entertainment industry in 2011.
Roy Dotrice passed away on October 16th, at the age of just 94.
Roy Dotrice was a well-known character actor who died Oct. 16 at the ripe old age of 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." His impeccable pronunciation and sharp intelligence were also his strengths.
Tom Petty died on Oct. 2
Tom Petty is a singer and songwriter best known for his distinctive voice. A member of the 1980s supergroup The Traveling Wilburys, Petty wrote songs with Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, and Jeff Lynne, and was also involved with the Beatles and Grateful Dead. Tweets by Sir Paul McCartney, Carole King are among the many tributes. Additional tributes have been paid by longtime colleagues and friends of the singer.
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 starred in the 1972 comedy Big Wednesday with Raymond Burr and in the 1978 film Big Wednesday, she starred alongside William Katt. The show was also featured in Hale's biography, "Affectionate Secrets of a Woman," written by the actress.
Sam Shepard's death occurred on July 30,
American actor Sam Shepard was 66 years old when he died in July 2017. He was born on a farm in Illinois. He was the child of a violent drunk and dropped out from college. After spending several months with a traveling theatre group, he finally settled in New York at 19. He started working at the Village Gate busboy as a 19-year-old busboy. Sam Shepard was the author of more than 40 plays in his entire career.
Nelsan Ellis passed away on September 28th
Nelsan Ellis, actor, has died. He was 39. His death was caused by heart failure due to alcohol withdrawal. He died in a New York hospital. He was Lafayette, the gay cook/medium on HBO's "True Blood". People loved Ellis' charismatic performances. Ellis leaves behind his son, daughter and grandson.
Anne Jeffreys, who died Sept. 28th, was taken from us.
Anne Jeffreys is an American actress. She 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 died at age 84
Barbara Rickles, Don Rickles' wife, has died at the age of 85. They had been married 56 years. She was fighting non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and other health problems. Despite his sage advice, Barbara Rickles took a few steps back when talking about her late husband. The anniversary of their wedding is March 14, so the funeral for the couple is scheduled for March 14.
Miguel Ferrer died from heart failure
The actor who played Owen Granger was killed on Thursday at the age 61. He was also an actor in RoboCop, Twin Peaks and other shows. His real-life health problems were discussed on the show after his death. He had been battling throat carcinoma. After a brief absence, he became a series regular. His performance in recent episodes, however, was limited.
FAQ
How much do actors get paid?
Actor pay ranges from $1 million per movie to less than $100,000 for independent films. Most actors get between $10,000-$20,000 per film. Many actors aren't paid. It all depends on their success. Actors can make millions, while others have trouble finding work.
Is Hollywood bigger than Bollywood?
Film producers face the greatest challenge: how to get their movie noticed by the audience.
There are so many movies out there competing for your time and money. If you don't stand out, your chances of being seen are slim.
What makes a movie a success? What makes an actor famous or a director? Or a director? Talent is not enough. It also requires luck. The best actors may be the best, but they will not succeed if they are writing bad scripts.
Two main types exist when it comes down to film: large-budget blockbusters or small independent productions. Blockbuster films can cost hundreds and millions of dollars to make and distribute. They are made by huge studios, who want to make sure their movies reach as many people possible. But these big-budget films tend to appeal mainly to older audiences.
Independent films are generally smaller-scale productions that may be financed by individuals or groups of investors. These films are often targeted at niche markets and appeal to particular tastes. These films are often less expensive to produce or market. However, this does not mean they are always less expensive to watch. It is actually very difficult to find most indie movies.
The question is: Do we really need both types of movies? Do we need blockbuster movies, or smaller independent films? Hollywood is much bigger than Bollywood. Hollywood produces nearly twice as many movies annually as India.
Why is Hollywood so famous?
The first film industry was founded in California in 1887 by D.W. Griffith. It was named after its location in Los Angeles, which at the time was known as "Hollywood."
It was an exciting place to visit and the name stuck. People would come from all over just to see what was happening there.
Hollywood is still a part of our culture today. We have movies, television shows, music videos, commercials, etc. All of them are called "Hollywood."
Statistics
- 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)
- 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)
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How To
How to get an honor star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Walk of Fame (HWOF) was established in 1960 by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. The HWOF can be found at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. It is made up of 2,711 stars that are embedded in the Hollywood Boulevard sidewalk. Each star represents an individual who contributed to popular culture, such as television, radio or theater. The HWOF currently lists 1,922 people.
To become a HWOF member, you need to submit a name to Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. They then submit your details to the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Once you are approved, you will receive a certificate of eligibility that includes your name, date, residence, occupation, category, and other information. A bronze plaque with the name of your choice is included. This plaque is attached on a concrete base at the star.
You may apply to be a star if you are nominated by a HWOF member or if you make significant contributions to television, radio, TV, theatre, music or other forms of "popular culture". A committee evaluates all nominations and then decides whether to approve them. If they do, they send a letter to the applicant's home address explaining their decision. The person who accepts the nomination will receive a second confirmation letter. The Hollywood Chamber of commerce then sends $25 to the City of Los Angles Department of Cultural Affairs.
The department issues a check payable to the Hollywood Chamber of commerce, which sends the check to the Hollywood Walk of Fame Foundation. The foundation pays the applicant or organization. The fee is then paid to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce at $12.50. The City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs pays the remainder.
Once an artist has received their star, he/she is eligible to be listed in the HWOF. To be included in the HWOF, your balance must be paid to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. The amount due depends upon how many years ago your first nomination was. For example, $15,000. Suppose you were first nominated as a nominee in 1990. If you were nominated for the first time in 1990, you would owe $15,000.
If you want to remove yourself from the HWOF, you need to contact the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and pay off the remainder of your debt. They will remove your name permanently from the HWOF list.
How old must one be to get a HWOF star
One needs to be at least 18 years old when being nominated. To receive a star, one must be alive at that time. One can still be nominated after receiving a star after ten years.
What happens if I die before my star gets put up?
Family members may nominate you to be a star. If no relatives are living, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce may place a memorial stone in front of your star.
Why don't people just use a different street instead of having stars all over the place?
The HWOF is not meant to be a historical monument. It's meant to be a tribute to those who have contributed to film history.
What happened the star thefts? The thieves stole around 1,200 stars. Each star weighs approximately 250-300 pounds, which equates to 4 tons of stars.