Actor -- via Variety. Best known for playing Murray the cop on TV's "The Odd Coule"; and Big Al on "Happy Days."
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 30, 2015
Henry Hook
Cruciverbalist, or crossword puzzle constructor -- via the New York Times. Here's a 2002 profile from the New Yorker.
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Charles Rosher Jr.
Cinematographer -- via the Hollywood Reporter. Worked on some greats, including "The Late Show," "3 Women," "A Wedding," and "The Onion Field."
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Bill Keith
Innovative banjoist, steel guitarist, and inventor -- via the New York Times. A melodic player whose turn from the traditional percussive style inspired a new generation of banjo players.
Philip French
Film critic -- via Variety.
AN INTERVIEW WITH FILM CRITIC PHILIP FRENCH from www.carlpendle.com on Vimeo.
AN INTERVIEW WITH FILM CRITIC PHILIP FRENCH from www.carlpendle.com on Vimeo.
Ed Walker
Broadcaster who helped keep vintage radio on the airwaves with his 'Big Broadcast' -- via the Washington Post.
Monday, October 26, 2015
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