Kelly Curtis, Actress, Documentarian, and Daughter of Hollywood Icons Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh, Dies at 69. May 31, 2026 Kelly Lee Curtis, an actress, documentarian, and a cherished member of one of Hollywood’s most storied families, passed away on Saturday morning at the… Continue Reading
Marcia Lucas, Oscar-Winning Editor of ‘Star Wars’ and ‘American Graffiti,’ Dies at 80 May 30, 2026 Marcia Lucas, the revered Oscar-winning film editor whose masterful touch helped define the cinematic landscape of the 1970s, most notably through her work on… Continue Reading
Renowned Japanese Cult Filmmaker Yoshihiro Nishimura Dies at 59, Leaving Behind a Legacy of Visionary Genre Cinema May 29, 2026 The world of genre cinema is mourning the untimely passing of acclaimed Japanese filmmaker Yoshihiro Nishimura, who died at the age of 59. Nishimura,… Continue Reading
Charles Cioffi, Prolific Character Actor Known for Roles in ‘Klute,’ ‘Shaft,’ and ‘The X-Files,’ Dies at 90 May 28, 2026 Charles Cioffi, the esteemed veteran character actor whose commanding presence brought gravitas to a multitude of roles, from hardened cops to cunning criminals in… Continue Reading
Yoshihiro Nishimura, Visionary Special Effects Artist and Director, Dies at 59 May 27, 2026 Japanese film director and special effects artist Yoshihiro Nishimura died on Monday, May 25, 2026, at the age of 59. The acclaimed craftsman, renowned… Continue Reading
Peter Helm, Versatile Actor Known for ‘The Longest Day,’ ‘The Andromeda Strain,’ and Classic TV, Dies at 84 May 24, 2026 Peter Helm, the distinguished Toronto-born actor whose career spanned pivotal roles in iconic 1960s television series such as Naked City, Wagon Train, and Ironside,… Continue Reading
Ann Robinson, Iconic Star of "The War of the Worlds," Dies at 96 May 17, 2026 Ann Robinson, the vibrant red-haired actress whose portrayal of Sylvia Van Buren indelibly etched her into the annals of cinematic history, particularly for her… Continue Reading
Detective Conan Ran Mōri Voice Actress Wakana Yamazaki Dies at 61 May 17, 2026 The anime community was plunged into mourning on May 15, 2026, with the somber announcement of the passing of Wakana Yamazaki, a celebrated voice… Continue Reading
Renowned Composer Yuji Ohno, Architect of the Iconic Lupin III Theme, Dies at 84 May 13, 2026 Renowned Japanese musician and composer Yuji Ohno, celebrated globally for crafting the unforgettable jazz-infused soundtrack to the beloved Lupin III anime franchise, passed away… Continue Reading
Barry Blaustein, Visionary Writer Behind Eddie Murphy’s Iconic Characters and Acclaimed Documentary Filmmaker, Dies at 72 May 12, 2026 The world of comedy, film, and documentary filmmaking mourns the loss of Barry Blaustein, a prolific writer, director, and educator whose creative brilliance shaped… Continue Reading
