Documentary filmmaker Julia Reichert dies at 76
The Academy Award-winner and activist was known as the "godmother of American independent documentaries." She saw herself as a feminist and the curator of Midwestern stories.
Obituaries
Baseball great Gaylord Perry, a two-time Cy Young winner, dies at 84
The Baseball Hall of Famer, a master of the spitball, made history as the first player to win the Cy Young Award in both leagues. Perry pitched for eight major-league teams from 1962 until 1983.
Remembering Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter Christine McVie
Christine McVie died Wednesday at age 79. She wrote some of the band's most popular songs including: "Don't Stop" and "You Make Loving Fun."
Catskills comedian Freddie Roman died Saturday at age 85
Catskills comedian Freddie Roman, former dean of The Friars Club, died Saturday at age 85.
Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter Christine McVie dies at 79
The British-born vocalist, songwriter and keyboard player whose cool, soulful contralto helped define such classics as "You Make Loving Fun," "Everywhere" and "Don't Stop," died Wednesday.
China's ex-leader Jiang Zemin, an influential reformer, has died at 96
Jiang Zemin rose to power in the aftermath of the Tiananmen Square protests and leaves a legacy of economic reforms — but also tight political control.
Pablo Eisenberg, a fierce critic of nonprofits and philanthropy, died at age 90
Pablo Eisenberg, a loud and influential voice in the nonprofit sector who spoke widely and bluntly about his belief that philanthropy often benefits the wealthy more than the needy, died at age 90.
'Fame' and 'Flashdance' singer Irene Cara has died at 63
The Oscar-winning singer-actress died at her home in Florida, according to her publicist. Cara was behind some of the most era-defining pop anthems of the early '80s.
Cuban singer-songwriter Pablo Milanés has died at age 79
The revered Latin Grammy winner was known for such hits as "Yolanda" and "Amo Esta Isla."
Jason David Frank, who played Tommy Oliver in the '90s Power Rangers show, has died
The 49-year-old actor's manager asked for privacy for his family and friends. His character was first seen as a villain before becoming inducted as the Green Ranger.