The New York Times – Film:
With a film career spanning three decades, Miss Wong, who rose to stardom with “The Thief of Baghdad,” was acclaimed as a versatile and talented performer.
Author: The Associated Press
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Henry Fambrough, Last of the Original Spinners, Dies at 85
The New York Times – Music:
He was a mainstay of the group that was known for hits like “Could It Be I’m Falling Love,” from its inception in 1954 until his retirement last year.
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Pat Corrales, Manager of Three Major League Teams, Dies at 82
The New York Times – Sports:
The first big league manager of Mexican descent and a former catcher, he led teams in Texas, Cleveland and Philadelphia.
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Josef Newgarden Wins Indianapolis 500
The New York Times – Sports:
Newgarden, the two-time IndyCar series champion, won his first career Indy 500 after a late sprint. He passed last year’s winner, Marcus Ericsson, who disagreed with the restart procedure.
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Josef Newgarden Wins Indy 500
The New York Times – Sports:
Newgarden, the two-time IndyCar series champion, won his first career Indy 500 after a late sprint. He passed last year’s winner, Marcus Ericsson, who disagreed with the restart procedure.
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Denny Crum, Who Made Louisville a Basketball Power, Dies at 86
The New York Times – Sports:
He led the Cardinals to two national championships in the 1980s and amassed 675 victories over a career that led to his induction into two halls of fame.
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Dave Wilcox, Hall of Fame Linebacker for the 49ers, Dies at 80
The New York Times – Sports:
A seven-time Pro Bowl selection known for his physical style, he was one of the game’s best and most durable linebackers
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Otis Redding III, Who Followed His Father Into Music, Dies at 59
The New York Times – Music:
He was grateful for Otis Redding’s enduring legacy, he said,d even if it overshadowed his efforts to make music of his own.
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John Brockington, Rushing Star for Green Bay, Is Dead at 74
The New York Times – Sports:
When he rushed for 1,144 yards in 1973, he became the first N.F.L. running back to gain more than 1,000 yards in each of his first three seasons.