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.
Author: Anita Gates
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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.
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Frances Sternhagen, Actress Who Thrived in Mature Roles, Dies at 93
The New York Times – Film:
Her Tony-winning Broadway career included “Driving Miss Daisy,” “On Golden Pond” and “The Heiress.” On TV she had maternal roles in “Cheers” and “Sex and the City.”
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Richard Roundtree, Star of ‘Shaft,’ Dies at 81
The New York Times – Film:
While indelibly tied to the role that made him famous in 1971, he remained active for more than four decades afterward.
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Richard Roundtree, Star of ‘Shaft,’ Dies at 81
The New York Times – Film:
While indelibly tied to the role that made him famous in 1971, the actor remained active for more than four decades afterward.
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Piper Laurie, Reluctant Starlet Turned Respected Actress, Dies at 91
The New York Times – Film:
She began as just another product of the studio system, but she went on to receive three Oscar nominations, win an Emmy and appear on Broadway.