Johnny Cash dies at 71 in Ashville Tennessee
The Man in Black Johnny Cash dies at 71 from complications of diabetes and respiratory failure. He had just left hospital after a two week stay for a stomach ailment and his career spanned decades with hits such as Folsom Prison Blues and I Walk the Line. He influenced generations, earned 11 Grammys, and is in both the Country Music and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame.
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Johnny Cash remembered by Eastern Iowans as a kind presence
Residents recall meeting Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash backstage in 1981 at the Five Seasons Center in Cedar Rapids and earlier shows dating to 1950s. People describe Cash as humble, friendly, and generous, sharing autographs and warmth with fans and a strong stage presence.
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John Ritter Dies at 54 After Aorta Tear
Hollywood actor John Ritter, famed for Three’s Company and Emmy winning Jack Tripper, died at 54 from a torn aorta while working on ABC’s 8 Simple Rules. He starred in Clifford the Big Red Dog voice work and hailed from a show business family led by Tex Ritter and Dorothy Fay.
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Fate of Ritter's show uncertain
New York AP reports John Ritter's sudden death leaves ABC uncertain on the fate of his comedy 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter as three filmed episodes await decisions. Co star Jason Ritter linked to Joan of Arcadia, while colleagues describe Ritter as a beloved, very kind star.
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John Ritter featured in TV Land marathon and Nite tribute
TV Land teams with Nick at Nite for a John Ritter tribute marathon starting 8 a.m. Sunday Iowa time. The schedule includes Three's Company reruns 7 p.m. Monday to 5 a.m. Tuesday Iowa time. Ritter, famed for Three's Company, earned a Golden Globe and awards, with earlier dramatic roles such as The Waltons minister. He was married to Nancy Morgan (1977–1996) and Amy Yasbeck (since 1999) and is survived by Jason and three other children Carly Tyler Stella.
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