Tag Archives: 2016 Losses

Sunday Open Thread |Remembering Those Lost in 2016: Glenn Frey

Posted on January 24, 2016 by rikyrah

In the middle of this week, we got the word that Glenn Frey, too, had passed away. It’s been a rough January. Glenn Frey and That Peaceful, Queasy Feeling BY SARAH LARSON JANUARY 19, 2016 If you’re American and have … Continue reading →

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Saturday Open Thread | Remembering Those Lost in 2016: Alan Rickman

Posted on January 23, 2016 by rikyrah

Alan Rickman, Watchable Villain in ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Die Hard,’ Dies at 69 By DAVE ITZKOFF and KATIE ROGERS JAN. 14, 2016 Alan Rickman, the accomplished British stage actor who brought an erudite dignity to film roles like Hans Gruber, … Continue reading →

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Friday Open Thread | Remembering Those Lost in 2016: Robert Stigwood

Posted on January 22, 2016 by rikyrah

Not everyone involved in the Arts is in front of the camera. There are those behind the scenes that work to bring that talent to the world. Robert Stigwood, Bee Gees Manager and Film Producer, Dead at 81 Impresario also … Continue reading →

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Thursday Open Thread | Remembering Those Lost in 2016: David Bowie

Posted on January 21, 2016 by rikyrah

How David Bowie Inspired—and Was Inspired by—Black Artists The iconic singer, who died of cancer Sunday, embraced the work of black artists and was an advocate for diversity in the entertainment industry. BY: MIKOL L. CLARKE AND ADRIAN LOVING Posted: … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Open Thread |Remembering Those Lost in 2016: Otis Clay

Posted on January 20, 2016 by rikyrah

Otis Clay, R&B Singer, Dies at 73 By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS JAN. 11, 2016 Otis Clay, a rhythm-and-blues singer who was also known for his charitable work in Chicago, died there on Jan. 8. He was 73. The cause was … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread | Remembering Those Lost in 2016: Natalie Cole

Posted on January 19, 2016 by rikyrah

2016 isn’t three weeks old, and it’s been rough. There have been major losses in the Arts Community. They have come so close together, that in a way, it’s sort of overwhelming. But, I don’t want us to dwell on … Continue reading →

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