Halfway through the year, we’ve already lost a number of stars across Hollywood. Here’s a list of some of the notable celebrities and industry professionals in film, TV, music and sports who have passed away so far in 2018.
Jon Paul Steuer
Jon Paul Steuer, a former child actor who starred in “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” and most recently under the stage name Jonny Jewels for the rock band P.R.O.B.L.E.M.S., died on January 1. He was 33.
Mark Tenser
Mark Tenser, president and CEO of B-Movie studio Crown International Pictures, died on January 1. At his request, his age was not disclosed.
Frank Buxton
Frank Buxton, a writer and director best known for his work on “The Odd Couple” and “Happy Days,” died on January 2. He was 87.
Donnelly Rhodes
Donnelly Rhodes, a Canadian actor who played chief medical officer Dr. Sherman Cottle on the “Battlestar Galactica” reboot,...
Jon Paul Steuer
Jon Paul Steuer, a former child actor who starred in “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” and most recently under the stage name Jonny Jewels for the rock band P.R.O.B.L.E.M.S., died on January 1. He was 33.
Mark Tenser
Mark Tenser, president and CEO of B-Movie studio Crown International Pictures, died on January 1. At his request, his age was not disclosed.
Frank Buxton
Frank Buxton, a writer and director best known for his work on “The Odd Couple” and “Happy Days,” died on January 2. He was 87.
Donnelly Rhodes
Donnelly Rhodes, a Canadian actor who played chief medical officer Dr. Sherman Cottle on the “Battlestar Galactica” reboot,...
- 1/1/2019
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Check out the week’s most emotionally reacted-to TV personalities and characters
The Boston Celtics coach, the Kentucky Derby winner and Childish Gambino had viewers talking passionately on social media over the past seven days.
The Wrap has partnered with Canvs, the emotion measurement company, for a weekly look at some of the characters and personalities that have TV viewers the most worked up on social media. The data below covers May 2-8 and is drawn from the most emotionally reacted-to television programs, including broadcast, cable, streaming and PPV.
Also Read: Jo Jo White, Boston Celtics Legend, Dies at 71
Although we most often see players as the biggest conversation drivers during NBA games, this time it was a coach who made waves. During game 3 of the Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers, which was broadcast on ESPN and generated 80,746 Emotional Reactions (ERs), Celtics coach Brad Stevens caught viewers’ attention with several smart time-out calls that helped his team triumph over Philly. Fans showered him with praise and didn’t hesitate to call him a genius.
Smart ass timeout by Brad Stevens
— Finesse.Foreva (@DaRealestForeva) May 5, 2018
Brad Stevens is an amazing coach fr
— Dakushman (@BRM_KushMan) May 5, 2018
Brad Stevens is on another level.
— My Name's Jeff (@perfectday333) May 5, 2018
Brad Stevens is a basketball genius
— Enrique Palomera (@__enriqueee) May 6, 2018
Also Read: Justify Wins the 2018 Kentucky Derby
NBC’s broadcast of the 144th Kentucky Derby resulted in 40,835 ERs and, unsurprisingly, its champion Justify was the most-mentioned horse of the day. Before Saturday, he had only competed in three races and some had wondered if he had what it takes. In a word: yes. They tapped out congratulatory messages as he emerged victorious, with some viewers also tipping their fancy hats to his Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert and jockey Mike Smith.
Congrats Justify #KentuckyDerby2018
— Maureen Cecilia (@FosterNeegreen) May 5, 2018
Bob Baffert is a Beast. And Justify is unblemished.
— Dion L Moffett (@Da901Kid) May 5, 2018
Justify!!! Lets Go Win A Crown
— Mitch Vinokur (@MidnightMitch_) May 5, 2018
Bob Baffert is one hell of a horse trainer #KentuckyDerby
— Reid (@Reidsox24) May 5, 2018
Also Read: Donald Glover Drops New Childish Gambino Video During 'SNL' Broadcast
The most recent episode of “Saturday Night Live” on NBC (36,159 ERs) had Donald Glover as the host and musical guest (performing as Childish Gambino), and predictably he drove a ton of conversation. Viewers expressed undying love for the actor/musician, commenting on everything from his creative genius to his (attractive) looks. It’s worth noting that while Glover performed his new song “This Is America” on “SNL,” the explosive music video for that track was also posted on YouTube — as has since prompted an avalanche of discussion.
Donald Glover is beautiful btw
— ????ɟɐʎpɹoɾ???? (@JordyAF_) May 6, 2018
Donald Glover can do no wrong.
— Juan???? (@SuuCristo) May 6, 2018
donald glover is a creative genius
— christopher (@champaggnne) May 6, 2018
I’m in love with Donald Glover #SNL
— Danger Kitty (@parigi88) May 6, 2018
Read original story Why Brad Stevens, Justify and Donald Glover Are TV’s Social Media MVPs of the Week At TheWrap...
The Boston Celtics coach, the Kentucky Derby winner and Childish Gambino had viewers talking passionately on social media over the past seven days.
The Wrap has partnered with Canvs, the emotion measurement company, for a weekly look at some of the characters and personalities that have TV viewers the most worked up on social media. The data below covers May 2-8 and is drawn from the most emotionally reacted-to television programs, including broadcast, cable, streaming and PPV.
Also Read: Jo Jo White, Boston Celtics Legend, Dies at 71
Although we most often see players as the biggest conversation drivers during NBA games, this time it was a coach who made waves. During game 3 of the Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers, which was broadcast on ESPN and generated 80,746 Emotional Reactions (ERs), Celtics coach Brad Stevens caught viewers’ attention with several smart time-out calls that helped his team triumph over Philly. Fans showered him with praise and didn’t hesitate to call him a genius.
Smart ass timeout by Brad Stevens
— Finesse.Foreva (@DaRealestForeva) May 5, 2018
Brad Stevens is an amazing coach fr
— Dakushman (@BRM_KushMan) May 5, 2018
Brad Stevens is on another level.
— My Name's Jeff (@perfectday333) May 5, 2018
Brad Stevens is a basketball genius
— Enrique Palomera (@__enriqueee) May 6, 2018
Also Read: Justify Wins the 2018 Kentucky Derby
NBC’s broadcast of the 144th Kentucky Derby resulted in 40,835 ERs and, unsurprisingly, its champion Justify was the most-mentioned horse of the day. Before Saturday, he had only competed in three races and some had wondered if he had what it takes. In a word: yes. They tapped out congratulatory messages as he emerged victorious, with some viewers also tipping their fancy hats to his Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert and jockey Mike Smith.
Congrats Justify #KentuckyDerby2018
— Maureen Cecilia (@FosterNeegreen) May 5, 2018
Bob Baffert is a Beast. And Justify is unblemished.
— Dion L Moffett (@Da901Kid) May 5, 2018
Justify!!! Lets Go Win A Crown
— Mitch Vinokur (@MidnightMitch_) May 5, 2018
Bob Baffert is one hell of a horse trainer #KentuckyDerby
— Reid (@Reidsox24) May 5, 2018
Also Read: Donald Glover Drops New Childish Gambino Video During 'SNL' Broadcast
The most recent episode of “Saturday Night Live” on NBC (36,159 ERs) had Donald Glover as the host and musical guest (performing as Childish Gambino), and predictably he drove a ton of conversation. Viewers expressed undying love for the actor/musician, commenting on everything from his creative genius to his (attractive) looks. It’s worth noting that while Glover performed his new song “This Is America” on “SNL,” the explosive music video for that track was also posted on YouTube — as has since prompted an avalanche of discussion.
Donald Glover is beautiful btw
— ????ɟɐʎpɹoɾ???? (@JordyAF_) May 6, 2018
Donald Glover can do no wrong.
— Juan???? (@SuuCristo) May 6, 2018
donald glover is a creative genius
— christopher (@champaggnne) May 6, 2018
I’m in love with Donald Glover #SNL
— Danger Kitty (@parigi88) May 6, 2018
Read original story Why Brad Stevens, Justify and Donald Glover Are TV’s Social Media MVPs of the Week At TheWrap...
- 5/9/2018
- by Fabric Media
- The Wrap
British actor Simon Shelton, best known for playing Tinky Winky in the “Teletubbies,” has died. He was 52. Shelton — who also went by the name Simon Barnes — starred in the cult BBC children’s show from 1997, taking over the role of the purple character from Dave Thompson. He played the purple character in 1999 when former Moral Majority leader Jerry Falwell drew ridicule for his contention that Tinky Winky was a gay Teletubby. According to the actor’s son Henry, Shelton died on Jan. 17, BBC News reported. Also Read: Jo Jo White, Boston Celtics Legend, Dies at 71 Shelton also played Dark Knight...
- 1/24/2018
- by Debbie Emery
- The Wrap
Jo Jo White, a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame and a 10-year veteran of the Boston Celtics, has died. He was 71. The seven-time NBA All-Star, whose full name was Joseph Henry White, had been battling cancer. “We are terribly saddened by the passing of the great Jo Jo White,” the Celtics said in a statement. “He was a champion and a gentleman; supremely talented and brilliant on the court, and endlessly gracious off of it. Jo Jo was a key member of two championship teams, an NBA Finals Mvp, a gold medal-winning Olympian, and a Hall of Famer. Also Read: Is...
- 1/17/2018
- by Debbie Emery
- The Wrap
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