Steve Lawrence, the singer who teamed with his wife Eydie Gormé to form one of the most popular nightclub and concert duos of their generation, died of complications from Alzheimer’s disease today. He was 88.
His son, the composer and performer David Lawrence, said in a press statement, “My Dad was an inspiration to so many people. But, to me, he was just this charming, handsome, hysterically funny guy who sang a lot. Sometimes alone and sometimes with his insanely talented wife. I am so lucky to have had him as a father and so proud to be his son. My hope is that his contributions to the entertainment industry will be remembered for many years to come.”
Popularly know as Steve and Eydie, the couple achieved nationwide recognition in the mid-1950s after appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Steve Allen. They continued performing together until Gormé’s retirement...
His son, the composer and performer David Lawrence, said in a press statement, “My Dad was an inspiration to so many people. But, to me, he was just this charming, handsome, hysterically funny guy who sang a lot. Sometimes alone and sometimes with his insanely talented wife. I am so lucky to have had him as a father and so proud to be his son. My hope is that his contributions to the entertainment industry will be remembered for many years to come.”
Popularly know as Steve and Eydie, the couple achieved nationwide recognition in the mid-1950s after appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Steve Allen. They continued performing together until Gormé’s retirement...
- 3/7/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
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It's been nearly 60 years since Julie Andrews first sang about how the hills of Austria were alive with the sound of music, but "The Sound of Music" remains a beloved cinematic treasure. Vividly colorful, unabashedly musical, and anchored by Andrews' performance, the story of Maria the would-be nun, and her small army of new wards — the Von Trapp children — is still rewatched and referenced often across the world.
With more than half a century of retrospect, "The Sound of Music" has also become a bit of a historical document: much of the film's cast and crew has since passed away, with the exception of Andrews herself and five of the seven actors who embodied the Von Trapp kids. Heather Menzies (Louisa) and Charmian Carr (Liesl) have both passed away in recent years, as has Christopher Plummer, who embodied family patriarch...
It's been nearly 60 years since Julie Andrews first sang about how the hills of Austria were alive with the sound of music, but "The Sound of Music" remains a beloved cinematic treasure. Vividly colorful, unabashedly musical, and anchored by Andrews' performance, the story of Maria the would-be nun, and her small army of new wards — the Von Trapp children — is still rewatched and referenced often across the world.
With more than half a century of retrospect, "The Sound of Music" has also become a bit of a historical document: much of the film's cast and crew has since passed away, with the exception of Andrews herself and five of the seven actors who embodied the Von Trapp kids. Heather Menzies (Louisa) and Charmian Carr (Liesl) have both passed away in recent years, as has Christopher Plummer, who embodied family patriarch...
- 1/13/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
Since 1992, the TV academy has honored the work of voice actors almost annually, beginning with half a dozen cast members from “The Simpsons.” From 2014 onward, the Best Voice-Over Performance award has been bestowed separately from the Best Narrator one, with the inaugural recipient of the former prize having been Harry Shearer of “The Simpsons.” This year’s lineup features seven nominees, including one former winner and two posthumous contenders.
Maya Rudolph, who took this award in 2020 and 2021 for “Big Mouth,” is now seeking her third win for the same show. She is involved in her second consecutive rematches with Julie Andrews (“Bridgerton”), Stanley Tucci (“Central Park”) and Jessica Walter (“Archer”), the last of whom is on her second post-death bid in a row. The remaining three slots are filled by category newcomers F. Murray Abraham (“Moon Knight”) and “What If…?” duo Chadwick Boseman (who died in August 2020) and Jeffrey Wright.
Maya Rudolph, who took this award in 2020 and 2021 for “Big Mouth,” is now seeking her third win for the same show. She is involved in her second consecutive rematches with Julie Andrews (“Bridgerton”), Stanley Tucci (“Central Park”) and Jessica Walter (“Archer”), the last of whom is on her second post-death bid in a row. The remaining three slots are filled by category newcomers F. Murray Abraham (“Moon Knight”) and “What If…?” duo Chadwick Boseman (who died in August 2020) and Jeffrey Wright.
- 8/31/2022
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
How do you solve a problem like Maria? For the producers of The Sound of Music, which hit theaters fifty years ago this week, the solution turned out to be Julie Andrews. Other actresses were considered for the part of the free-spirited nanny whose effervescence overcomes not only the grumpiness of Captain von Trapp but also the tyranny of the Nazis. Among those rumored to have been in the running for the role were Grace Kelly, Doris Day, Audrey Hepburn and Anne Bancroft. But in the end, even the producers who wanted a bigger, more marquee-friendly name agreed that Maria should be played by Andrews.
- 3/6/2015
- by Drew Mackie, @drewgmackie
- PEOPLE.com
Los Angeles — The set decorator who earned Oscar nominations for his work on "Beaches," "Glory," "Hook" and "Bram Stoker's Dracula" has died.
A longtime friend of Garrett Lewis says he died Jan. 29 of natural causes. He was 77.
Wendy Weaver says Lewis worked as an actor on Broadway and in films and television before becoming a set decorator in the late 1970s. He appeared in "Hello, Dolly" on stage, "Funny Lady" on film and "The Julie Andrews Hour" on TV.
He became a set decorator after designing private homes for his celebrity friends and went on to work on 39 films, including "Pretty Woman," "Mrs. Doubtfire" and "Steel Magnolias."
Lewis is survived by his sister, Jane Peiker, and five nieces and nephews.
A longtime friend of Garrett Lewis says he died Jan. 29 of natural causes. He was 77.
Wendy Weaver says Lewis worked as an actor on Broadway and in films and television before becoming a set decorator in the late 1970s. He appeared in "Hello, Dolly" on stage, "Funny Lady" on film and "The Julie Andrews Hour" on TV.
He became a set decorator after designing private homes for his celebrity friends and went on to work on 39 films, including "Pretty Woman," "Mrs. Doubtfire" and "Steel Magnolias."
Lewis is survived by his sister, Jane Peiker, and five nieces and nephews.
- 2/6/2013
- by AP
- Huffington Post
Dick Tufeld, announcer and voice actor perhaps most well known as the vocal cords behind the Robot in Lost In Space, has passed away. Tufeld was a survivor of cancer, and suffered from Parkinson’s disease. He was 85 years old.
Tufeld’s notable contributions include: The Amazing Mr. Malone, Falstaff’S Fables, Space Patrol, Three Star Final, Zorro, Walt Disney’S Wonderful World Of Color, Surfside 6, The Hollywood Palace, The Julie Andrews Hour, Time Tunnel, and Voyage To The Bottom Of The Sea.
Tufeld’s notable contributions include: The Amazing Mr. Malone, Falstaff’S Fables, Space Patrol, Three Star Final, Zorro, Walt Disney’S Wonderful World Of Color, Surfside 6, The Hollywood Palace, The Julie Andrews Hour, Time Tunnel, and Voyage To The Bottom Of The Sea.
- 1/24/2012
- by Justin
- FamousMonsters of Filmland
The sixties have come and gone, and seemingly left The Sound of Music without a place in time. The most successful film ever made on its initial release in 1965, Music now seems as antiquated as many subsequent musicals looking to capitalize on its success were already beginning to when they hit cinemas. But that’s not to say that no enjoyment could be derived from Music, even if you’re watching it for the first time. Going back to it, the film seems like the rough cinematic equivalent of the giving tree. Even as you get older and more sophisticated and wizened, it’s hard not to be touched by just how much it wants to make you happy, even if its tough to go back to it in the way that you might want to.
Maria (Jule Andrews) simply doesn’t fit in with all of the nuns at Nonnberg Abbey; she sings,...
Maria (Jule Andrews) simply doesn’t fit in with all of the nuns at Nonnberg Abbey; she sings,...
- 12/3/2010
- by Anders Nelson
- JustPressPlay.net
Canadian television writer, producer and actor John Aylesworth has died of pneumonia, aged 81.
Aylesworth passed away in Rancho Mirage, California on 28 July.
He performed on radio in his native Toronto as a child, and went on to find success on U.S. television.
Aylesworth was perhaps best known for co-creating 1970s American country music television variety show Hee Haw with Frank Peppiatt and Bernie Brillstein. The programme featured famous guests in country, gospel and bluegrass music, including Johnny Cash and Conway Twitty.
In addition, he served as a writer or producer on TV shows such as Your Hit Parade, The Kraft Music Hall, The Judy Garland Show and The Jonathan Winters Show.
He was also among the writers who shared an Emmy nomination for The Julie Andrews Hour in 1973 and The Sonny and Cher Show in 1976.
Aylesworth is survived by his fourth wife, Anita, two children from his first marriage, three from his second marriage, and one grandson.
Aylesworth passed away in Rancho Mirage, California on 28 July.
He performed on radio in his native Toronto as a child, and went on to find success on U.S. television.
Aylesworth was perhaps best known for co-creating 1970s American country music television variety show Hee Haw with Frank Peppiatt and Bernie Brillstein. The programme featured famous guests in country, gospel and bluegrass music, including Johnny Cash and Conway Twitty.
In addition, he served as a writer or producer on TV shows such as Your Hit Parade, The Kraft Music Hall, The Judy Garland Show and The Jonathan Winters Show.
He was also among the writers who shared an Emmy nomination for The Julie Andrews Hour in 1973 and The Sonny and Cher Show in 1976.
Aylesworth is survived by his fourth wife, Anita, two children from his first marriage, three from his second marriage, and one grandson.
- 8/5/2010
- WENN
Arthur Schneider, an Emmy-winning editor, died Oct. 1 in Port Hueneme, Calif. He was 79.
Schneider's career spanned more than 35 years, working on such shows as "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In," "The Sonny and Cher Show," "The Julie Andrews Hour" and numerous Bob Hope comedy specials. Hope gave Schneider the nickname "Jumpcut."
Schneider earned four Emmy Awards and seven nominations.
After he retired, Schneider published a number of books about both the technical side of postproduction and editing as well as his personal experiences in the early days of television.
Schneider is survived by his wife, Dee; two children, Robert and Lori; and three grandchildren.
Schneider's career spanned more than 35 years, working on such shows as "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In," "The Sonny and Cher Show," "The Julie Andrews Hour" and numerous Bob Hope comedy specials. Hope gave Schneider the nickname "Jumpcut."
Schneider earned four Emmy Awards and seven nominations.
After he retired, Schneider published a number of books about both the technical side of postproduction and editing as well as his personal experiences in the early days of television.
Schneider is survived by his wife, Dee; two children, Robert and Lori; and three grandchildren.
- 10/12/2009
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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