Composer -- via panarmenian.com.
Interesting, overlooked, and significant obituaries from around the world, as they happen, emphasizing the positive achievements of those who have died. Member, Society of Professional Obituary Writers.
Friday, October 19, 2012
Robert Manning
Journalist, editor, and government official -- via the New York Times. A proud member of Nixon's enemies list.
M.S. Shinde
Film editor, notably of the 1975 classic "Sholay" -- via the Times of India. Sadly, he died for lack of attention and assistance.
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Sylvia Kristel
Actress, model, and singer -- via the BBC. An incredibly beautiful performer whose appearance in the
"Emmanuelle" film series did much to legitimize erotic cinema and bring it into the mainstream.
"Emmanuelle" film series did much to legitimize erotic cinema and bring it into the mainstream.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Eddie Yost aka The Walking Man
Former third baseman, primarily for the Senators -- via MLB.com. He earned his nickname by virtue of being a very astute batter, often drawing bases on balls. Had the most games played at his position at the time upon the end of his playing days.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Mat Domber
Jazz record label head -- via Jazz Times. His Arbors Records was a haven for under-recorded practitioners of classic jazz!
John Ingle
Actor -- via the L.A. Times. Best known for his portrayal of "scheming patriarch" Edward Quartermaine on the TV soap opera "General Hospital."
Loose Mohan aka Arumugam Mohanasundaram
Comedic actor -- via The Hindu. (The clip below uses the world's oldest cinema gag -- "L'Arroseur Arrose.")
Monday, October 15, 2012
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Arlen Specter
Former U.S. Senator -- via ABC News. He frequently did what he thought was right -- rare in a politician.
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