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Jeff Gillen was a versatile actor and director who appeared in several films and TV shows, most notably as the cynical Santa Claus in the holiday classic A Christmas Story (1983). He also co-directed the horror film Deranged (1974) and starred in the cult zombie comedy Children Shouldn’t Play with Dead Things (1972). But how … Read more
Jeff Erlanger was an American advocate and activist for disability rights, who became famous for appearing on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood when he was 10 years old. He talked to Fred Rogers about his electric wheelchair and why he needed it, and sang a song with him. Erlanger’s philosophy was summarized in a 2002 Wisconsin Public … Read more
Jeff Donnell was a popular American actress who appeared in many films and television shows from the 1940s to the 1980s. She was best known for her roles as Alice Gobel in The George Gobel Show, Dorothy Lawrence in the Gidget movies, and Stella Fields in General Hospital. She was also the daughter-in-law of former … Read more
Jean Hagen was a talented actress who rose to fame in the 1950s with her memorable roles in films such as Singin’ in the Rain, The Asphalt Jungle, and Adam’s Rib. She was also a popular TV star, appearing in the sitcom Make Room for Daddy and several episodes of Alfred Hitchcock Presents. However, behind … Read more
A Life Cut Short Jason ‘Rowdy’ Cope, the renowned guitarist for the Steel Woods and a collaborator with artists like Jamey Johnson and Brent Cobb, passed away at the age of 42. His death was confirmed by the group’s publicist. Cope was an in-demand session guitarist, playing on albums by Lindi Ortega and the Secret … Read more
Jean Hagen was a talented actress who rose to fame in the 1950s with her memorable roles in films such as Singin’ in the Rain, The Asphalt Jungle, and Adam’s Rib. She was also a popular TV star, appearing in the sitcom Make Room for Daddy and several episodes of Alfred Hitchcock Presents. However, behind … Read more
Jay Youngblood was a professional wrestler who rose to fame in the 1980s as part of a tag team with Ricky Steamboat. He was known for his Native American gimmick and his feuds with the likes of Sgt. Slaughter, Buddy Rose, and the Brisco brothers. He won several championships, including the NWA World Tag Team … Read more
Jason Wood was a talented and versatile performer who entertained audiences with his musical impersonations, his flamboyant style, and his warm-hearted personality. He was also one of the contestants on the first series of Strictly Come Dancing in 2004. Sadly, he passed away in his sleep at the age of 38 on February 20, 2010. … Read more