Lance Kerwin, ‘Salem’s Lot’ actor, dead at 62

CNN — Lance Kerwin, an actor best known for his role on the TV miniseries “Salem’s Lot” and other notable series throughout the ’70s, has died, his talent agent John Boitano tells CNN. He was 62. No information on his cause of death was provided. Kerwin began his career appearing in a variety of television … Read more

Barbara Walters, legendary news anchor, has died at 93

CNN — Barbara Walters, the pioneering TV journalist whose interviewing skills made her one of the most prominent figures in broadcasting, has died, her spokesperson confirmed to CNN. She was 93. “Barbara Walters passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones. She lived her life with no regrets. She was a trailblazer not … Read more

Kirstie Alley, star of ‘Cheers’ and films including ‘Look Who’s Talking,’ dead at 71

CNN — Actress Kirstie Alley, star of the big and small screens known for her Emmy-winning role on “Cheers” and films like “Look Who’s Talking,” has died after a brief battle with cancer, her children True and Lillie Parker announced on her social media. She was 71. “We are sad to inform you that our … Read more

Bob McGrath, original ‘Sesame Street’ cast member, dead at 90

CNN — Bob McGrath, an original cast member of the beloved children’s program “Sesame Street,” has died, according to a statements from his family and Sesame Workshop shared on social media. He was 90. “The McGrath family has some sad news to share. Our father Bob McGrath, passed away today. He died peacefully at home, … Read more

Irene Cara, ’80s pop star behind ‘Fame’ and ‘Flashdance’ theme songs, dies at 63

CNN — Actress and singer Irene Cara, an Oscar and Grammy winner best known for the theme songs of “Fame” and “Flashdance” in the early ’80s, has died, her publicist said. She was 63. “Please share your thoughts and memories of Irene,” Judith Moose said in a tweet announcing the singer’s death. “I’ll be reading … Read more

Thailand massacre: Children among at least 36 people killed at child care center

Bangkok, Thailand CNN — At least 23 children were among 36 people killed in a massacre at a child care center in northeastern Thailand on Thursday. Authorities immediately launched a manhunt for the suspected attacker, later identified by Thailand’s Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) as Panya Kamrab, a 34-year-old former policeman involved in an ongoing court … Read more