Comedian Leslie Jordan, known for "Will & Grace," dies at 67
Comedian Leslie Jordan, best known for his roles in "Will & Grace" and "American Horror Story," died on Monday at age 67, his representatives confirmed.
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Comedian Leslie Jordan, best known for his roles in "Will & Grace" and "American Horror Story," died on Monday at age 67, his representatives confirmed.
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Ben Stevens was a son of former Sen. Ted Stevens, who died in a plane crash in 2010.
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Nikki Finke became one of Hollywood's top journalists as founder of the entertainment trade website Deadline.
"Lee served as an inspiration to many in the sports-entertainment world," the WWE said.
Her heart-shaped face conveyed an impression of sweet innocence that was quickly shattered by her loud, gravelly delivery and acidic humor, expletives included.
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French President Emmanuel Macron said: "We have lost a national treasure, the eye of a genius."
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