The New York Times – Film:
As Lamont, he was a young man in constant battle with his father and business partner, played by Redd Foxx, on the popular 1970s series.
Author: Anita Gates
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Diane Ladd, Versatile Film Actress, Is Dead at 89
The New York Times – Film:
She was a three-time Oscar contender playing strikingly different characters, in once case starring alongside her daughter and fellow nominee, Laura Dern.
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Diane Keaton, a Star of ‘Annie Hall’ and ‘First Wives Club,’ Dies at 79
The New York Times – Film:
She brought an unconventional personality to scores of roles on television and in movies ranging from zany comedies like “Sleeper” to piercing dramas like “The Godfather.”
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Polly Holliday, a Sassy Waitress on the Sitcom ‘Alice,’ Dies at 88
The New York Times – Film:
“Kiss my grits,” her character, Flo, was known to say. But that high-profile role was just one facet of a long, busy stage and screen career.
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Tony Roberts, Nonchalant Fixture in Woody Allen Films, Dies at 85
The New York Times – Film:
He had an acclaimed Broadway career in musicals and comedies, but moviegoers knew him mostly as the tall, self-assured, easygoing pal to Mr. Allen’s insecure heroes.
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Anita Bryant, Whose Anti-Gay Politics Undid a Singing Career, Is Dead at 84
The New York Times – Music:
The former beauty queen and spokeswoman for Florida orange juice was an all-American entertainer before she began crusading against L.G.B.T.Q. rights.
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Louis Gossett Jr., 87, Dies; ‘An Officer and a Gentleman’ and ‘Roots’ Actor
The New York Times – Film:
His portrayal of a drill instructor earned him the Oscar for best supporting actor. He was the first Black performer to win in that category.