Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
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Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
Henry Kissinger, known for his practice of "realpolitik," was credited with helping thaw relations between the U.S. and China. But he was also accused of alleged war crimes.
Knight, one of the winningest coaches in NCAA history, coached at Indiana for three decades.
Matthew Perry rose to fame with his iconic role as Chandler Bing on "Friends," beloved for his eccentric mannerisms and quirky personality.
Somers was most famous for her role as Chrissy Snow on the beloved 1970s sitcom "Three's Company."
Rudolph Isley was an original member of the family musical group that consisted of him and his brothers O'Kelly "Kelly" Isley Jr. and Ronald Isley.
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Tony Bennett's joyful and stirring renditions of classic songs made him one of the most popular interpreters of jazz, pop and Broadway standards.
Pat Robertson turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network.
Robert Hanssen, one of the most damaging spies in American history, was found dead in his prison cell.
Springer's publicist confirmed his death to CBS News on Thursday.
The Baltimore-born actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
The German-born pontiff never wanted to lead the Catholic Church, and he may be best remembered for the way he departed the role.
The father of the former Maryland governor Bob Ehrlich passed away.
Shirley Brown, a professional storyteller and the former host of "Let's Tell a Story" on WJZ-TV, died peacefully at home on Dec. 16, 2020. She was 97 years old.
Jimmy Orr, a sure-handed wide receiver who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Colts after starring at the University of Georgia, has died. He was 85.
The 88-year-old Baltimore restauranteur Leonard Smith died last week.
Well known community leader and activist Pastor St. George I.B. Crosse passed away at 79 years old.
A mother's obituary in a Minnesota newspaper took an ugly turn when the writer chose to air the woman's dirty laundry after her death.
Reg E. Cathey, known for his roles on "The Wire," "House of Cards" and "Oz," died Friday at the age of 59.
Dennis Edwards, a Grammy-winning former member of the famed Motown group The Temptations, has died. He was 74.
A rock and roll fan with a penchant for harmony and obtuse references, Walter Becker, the guitarist, bassist and co-founder of the 1970s rock group Steely Dan
Powers Boothe, the character actor known for his villain roles in TV's "Deadwood," and in the movies "Tombstone," ''Sin City" and "The Avengers," has died. He was 68.
Three members of a family murdered in their Washington home are being remembered "for their devotion to family and charitable efforts for the less fortunate."
