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according to the Sun.He was pronounced dead 12 minutes later.Liuzzo’s death is being investigated as an “overdose death”, police told the outlet.His body was transported from Miami, Fla., back to his native, Long Island, NY, where a funeral was held on Feb 16.The Italian-native kickstarted a romance with Princess Beatrice in 2005 when she was 17 and he was 24.The pair’s romance was approved by her parents Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson after they invited him to join the family on a skiing vacation in Verbier, Switzerland.At the time, the Duchess of York shared that she supported her daughter’s romance despite their age gap.“We all have our own journeys and have to learn our way but Beatrice is a sensible girl, soon to be 18, with many friends, including Paolo,” she said in a public statement at the time.Before his romance with the Princess, Liuzzo was charged with the manslaughter of Jonathan R. Duchatellier, a fellow student at the College of the Holy Cross, after they got into a drunken fistfight.His charge was later reduced to assault and battery and he served 100 hours of community service.However, when his romance with Beatrice became public fodder, he was sent back to the US for violating his three-year probation, which was extended by six months.Liuzzo, thought to have inherited his fortune from his dad, was employed as an art industry consultant at the time of his death.

told People in a statement on Thursday.“She is so special,” he added. “I turned 27 yesterday, actually.

María Celeste Arrarás recently celebrated her youngest children’s graduation from Florida International University. However, she is now in mourning after announcing the sudden passing of her partner, Raúl. According to the journalist, he suffered a heart attack while exercising.Miss USA Cheslie Kryst publishes first memoir after her death at 30OJ Simpson dead at 76 following cancer battleVanessa Bryant pays heartfelt tribute to late daughter Gianna Bryant on what would be her 18th birthdayMaría Celeste shared the sad news on her social media, stating that this was her most painful post ever made.

Kobe Bryant and his beloved daughter Gianna Bryant in a devastating helicopter crash that killed seven others. Yet, their memories resonate deeply, and they are kept alive through the love and tributes of Vanessa Bryant, Kobe’s widow and Gianna’s mother.On what would have been Gianna’s 18th birthday, Vanessa took to Instagram to share a poignant video montage commemorating her daughter’s life.

NEW YORK — Duane Eddy, a pioneering guitar hero whose reverberating electric sound on instrumentals such as “Rebel Rouser” and “Peter Gunn” helped put the twang in early rock ‘n’ roll and influenced George Harrison, Bruce Springsteen and countless other musicians, has died at age 86.Eddy died of cancer Tuesday at the Williamson Health hospital in Franklin, Tennessee, according to his wife, Deed Abbate.With his raucous rhythms, and backing hollers and hand claps, Eddy sold more than 100 million records worldwide, and mastered a distinctive sound based on the premise that a guitar’s bass strings sounded better on tape than the high ones.“I had a distinctive sound that people could recognize and I stuck pretty much with that. I’m not one of the best technical players by any means; I just sell the best,” he told The Associated Press in a 1986 interview.

U.S. novelist and screenwriter Paul Auster died of complications from lung cancer at his home in Brooklyn on Tuesday evening aged 77, the New York Times reported, citing friend and author Jacki Lyden.The New Jersey-born writer was known for a string of acclaimed works including “The New York Trilogy” and “The Book of Illusions”.“We are very sad to hear of the death of Booker Prize shortlistee Paul Auster, whose work touched readers and influenced writers all over the world, and whose generosity was felt in just as many quarters,” the Booker Prizes posted on social media platform X.The literary body shortlisted his book “4 3 2 1” for its award in 2017.The author of more than 30 books, including poetry and memoirs, told Reuters in 2011 he liked to write by hand in notebooks and then produce the finished copy on a typewriter rather than a computer.“I feel more alive when I’m working,” he said.“I am convinced that writing is a kind of illness.

died at her home in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 18. She was 47.On Monday night’s episode (8 p.m. on ABC), “Idol” alums Colton Dixon, Melinda Doolittle and Danny Gokey performed a cover of “Shackles (Praise You)” by duo Mary Mary as a tribute to Mandisa.

paid tribute to her father in a Facebook post.“Wherever you drifted off to, I know everything just got livelier,” she wrote. “You were the most enigmatic person wherever you went.

said in a statement Saturday on the show’s official Instagram page.“She would always greet you with a smile on her face and joy in her heart. I’m honored that our paths got to cross,” he added.Born on Jan.

on Facebook. “Michael Thomas Pinder died on Wednesday, April 24th, 2024 at his home in Northern California, surrounded by his devoted family. Michael’s family would like to share with his trusted friends and caring fans that he passed peacefully.

Kyle Marisa Roth’s family is planning a celebration of life for the late TikToker, who died at age 36 earlier this month.“Thank you all again for showing so much love for my sister,” Lindsay Roth, Kyle’s sister, wrote in an Instagram post on Monday. “It’s been so touching grieving my sister with thousands, if not millions, of people all over the world.”The tribute “will be recorded and shared during an online event that will happen at a date TBD,” she went on.“We are working to make sure everyone can pay their respects, while respecting my family’s need for intimacy and privacy during this tough time.”Kyle’s death was confirmed on April 15. Her cause of death is still unknown.“My sister Kyle Marisa passed away last week.

300,000 followers, who directed and starred in the Prime Video series “Club Rat.” Law enforcement sources told TMZ on Tuesday that a friend found Evans, 29 hanging in her NYC apartment on Saturday night, after having seen her on Friday. “Yesterday my family received news that our sweet, fabulous, creative, caring, hilarious Eva, my beautiful sister, has died,” Evans sister Lila Joy Baumgardner wrote on Instagram Sunday. “After 24 hours, i still find myself in a constant cycle of denial and acceptance, so i know how unbelievable and hard to process this news will be.”Per TMZ, the friend who called the police told them that they weren’t aware of Evans being depressed or otherwise emotionally disturbed.Sources said there was no sign of a struggle, no unusual injuries, and that Evans left a note behind.

died by suicide in February 2023, the country star performed for the first time since his death on Monday night.The occasion for her triumphant comeback was the “Walkin’ After Midnight” tribute to Patsy Cline at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium.“How we doin’ tonight, y’all? I’d be lying if I didn’t say I’m incredibly nervous right now,” she said in a video shared via TikTok while addressing the crowd. “It’s been the first time I’ve been up on stage in a while.”To make it even more of an emotional moment, the 2006 “American Idol” alum even sang a song that she co-wrote with her late husband: “The Woman I Am.”“My husband and I actually wrote this song together, gosh, over a decade ago,” she said.

Miss USA Cheslie Kryst has published her first memoir with the help of her mother. The beauty queen died two years ago at the age of 30. Her mother, April Simpkins, is the co-author of the memoir, titled “By The Time You Read This,” which explores Kryst’s battle with depression and mental illness.

death of “American Idol” alum Mandisa, authorities said in a statement on Monday.The California native, whose full name was Mandisa Hundley, died at her home in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 18.Her cause of death is still unknown. She was 47.Police do not believe that her death was the result of foul play.“The Franklin Police Department is continuing to investigate the death of a woman found inside a Beamon Dr.

a press release.“The (surviving) 29-year-old victim reported the group was hanging out cordially for some time before the three suspects attempted to rob his group of friends,” police said. “It was then that he heard gunfire and realized he was struck.”The surviving victim has not been publicly identified by police.

TikTok star Eva Evans, who amassed more than 300,000 followers for her tips about New York, has died aged 29.On Sunday Eva’s sister, Iila, said that she was in shock over the social media star’s death.“Yesterday my family received news that our sweet, fabulous, creative, caring, hilarious Eva, my beautiful sister, has died,” Iila captioned her Instagram post.“After 24 hours, i still find myself in a constant cycle of denial and acceptance, so i know how unbelievable and hard to process this news will be.”Eva’s cause of death has not been released.Last year Eva launched a comedy series on Amazon Prime Video called Club Rat, about an influencer who tries to re-enter the dating scene after a video of her break-up goes viral.Eva starred alongside Noa Fisher and Marcela Avelina.Iila said that a celebration of Eva will be held on Tuesday in Lower Manhattan.The sisters are New York natives.Iila went on to say that she wished her sister was still here because she “would have better words and know how to say what I don’t.”“I am keeping this brief, so we can plan for the next few days, but you’ll be hearing a lot more from me on how much Eva means to me and just how different the world will be be without her.”Eva’s sister posted a photo of Eva smiling while wearing a purple and orange dress at what looked like a wedding.The social media star’s last post was three days ago, about Jojo Siwa’s new style.Eva would also post tips like how to see a Broadway show for $30 or what to do in New York besides drink.

“American Idol” alum Mandisa has died. She was 47.Christian rock radio station K-Love announced her passing on Friday.

In an Instagram post, his family said, “It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the Betts family announce the peaceful passing of Forrest Richard ‘Dickey’ Betts (December 12, 1943 – April 18, 2024) at the age of 80 years old. “The legendary performer, songwriter, bandleader and family patriarch passed away earlier today at his home in Osprey, FL., surrounded by his family.

the BBC, revealing that his wife, whom he referred to as his “favorite person,” had died on March 24. He did not disclose the cause of death.“Her passing has left a huge hole in our lives as a family,” the actor, 54, told the outlet.

announced the news Monday on Instagram, claiming the content creator passed away last week.“I know she touched so many people with her humor, intelligence, beauty, gossip activism, athleticism and more – she had so many gifts,” she wrote. “If anyone wants to connect about Kyle, I’m here to talk and share memories.”Here’s everything to know about her.

Instagram, claiming the content creator died last week.“We don’t know happened yet,” Lindsay wrote. “I know she touched so many people with her humor, intelligence, beauty, gossip activism, athleticism and more – she had so many gifts. if anyone wants to connect about Kyle, I’m here to talk and share memories.”Her mom, Jacquie Cohen Roth, also reacted to the news on LinkedIn, writing, “My daughter Kyle has passed away.

died at age 76 after a battle with cancer. He’s remembered for his past in the NFL and his stint in Hollywood – but, he’s most infamous for his 1994 televised police chase in his white Bronco, his 1995 murder trial and subsequent acquittal for killing his ex wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ron Goldman, and his relationship to the Kardashian family. Before the Kardashians became the most famous family in the world with a reality TV empire, they already had deep ties to the athlete and his late wife.In this 1994 snap, the Kardashian family can be seen with OJ and Nicole during their Easter vacation to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.Kim, Kourtney, and Khloe are all shown smiling.

who died Wednesday at 76, had a varied career in Hollywood as an actor and a pitchman before his trial for double murder in the 1994 deaths of ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman.The former Buffalo Bills star with marquee good looks, nicknamed “The Juice,” was at the epicenter of pop culture for his movie, TV and commercial roles throughout the ’70s, ’80s and early ’90s. It seemed, during those days, that you couldn’t turn on your TV without seeing one of Simpson’s Hertz commercials where — as a spokesman for the rental car company — he ran and careened through airports, nor ignore his big-screen work, most notably in the “Naked Gun” movies starring Leslie Nielsen.Simpson was a big enough star, in fact, that he was pitched to the “Terminator” director James Cameron to star in the 1984 action movie — a suggestion that Cameron said later, in an interview with Chris Wallace, he immediately dismissed.

O.J. Simpson, known for his football career and one of the most infamous murder trials in the United States in the 90s following the tragic murder of Nicole Brown Simpson, has died at the age of 76 following a cancer battle. The former football player had been open about his health issues, revealing in May 2023 that he was undergoing chemotherapy.Lauren Graham reveals the last gift Matthew Perry gave herPatrick Swayze’s widow shares heartbreaking moment before his death; ‘I want to live’How Jennifer Aniston and Sandra Bullock built a strong friendshipHis family has confirmed his death with a recent statement, asking the public to “respect their wishes for privacy.” Simpson died Wednesday, April 10, in Las Vegas.

during one of his last outings before his death.Simpson died Wednesday at the age of 76 following a battle with cancer. On Thursday, the ex-Buffalo Bills player’s family shared a statement regarding the news.“On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer,” they began. “He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.

view. On Thursday, news broke that OJ Simpson died at age 76 after a battle with prostate cancer. He’s remembered for his past in the NFL and his stint in Hollywood – but, he’s most famous for his 1994 televised police chase in his white Bronco, and his 1995 murder trial.

announced via Facebook on Wednesday that there was “no indication of foul play” after the body of actor Cole Brings Plenty was found in a wooded area in Kansas. “This is a tragic case for everyone involved,” Lawrence Police Chief Rich Lockhart said in a statement.

died of alcohol poisoning at her London townhouse in July 2011. She was 27.Now musician Dale Davis, 57, is opening up about meeting the late musician in 2003 when she was just 19 when he joined her live band.The bass player, who later became the musical director of The Amy Winehouse Band, said the pair chatted about the six-time Grammy winner’s singing. “I talked to her at 11.30 p.m., three hours before she went to bed for the last time, and she was on good form,” he told The Sun.

Adan Canto’s character has made its final appearance on “The Cleaning Lady.” The actor died in January of this year, after receiving treatment for appendiceal cancer. Canto decided to keep his diagnosis private, with his wife sharing the news of his passing on social media. He was 42 years old.

Patrick Swayze’s widow is opening up about some of the toughest months of her life. Lisa Niemi Swayze was featured on the “Amy and T.J. Podcast,” discussing her life with Swayze, including the difficult months after they learned of his pancreatic cancer diagnosis.Jennifer Grey reveals why Patrick Swayze cried and apologized on ‘Dirty Dancing’ set in 1987Michael J.

Amy and T.J.” podcast to reflect on her relationship with the late actor, who died of pancreatic cancer in 2009 at age 57. The couple met when Lisa was 15 and Patrick was 19, at his mother’s ballet school in Houston, Texas. They were married from 1975 until his death.

Matthew Perry shared a special bond. The two have a friendship and relationship that lasted years, with her calling him an “almost” in her life.

late “Friends” actor Matthew Perry. Graham, who is currently on a second book tour for her 2022 memoir “Have I Told You This Already?,” told fans during a Q&A session that “it’s still really hard to believe” that Perry died in October 2023.

on Facebook Sunday.“It is with great sorrow we are letting the world know we have lost our brother: CJ Snare, the rock and roll warrior, lead vocalist, and a founding member of Firehouse,” FireHouse posted. “CJ Snare passed unexpectedly at home Friday night, April 5, 2024. He was a young 64 years old.”“As you are all aware, CJ was expected to be back on stage with the band this summer after recovering from surgery,” said FireHouse in the statement, adding that everyone in the group was “in complete shock with CJ’s untimely passing.” “CJ was arguably one of the best vocal talents of a generation, touring the world with Firehouse nonstop the past 34 years,” the statement continued.

who died in February at age 62, was honored during Sunday night’s broadcast as singers Brooks & Dunn, Sammy Hagar, and Lainey Wilson each paid their respects with renditions of his songs.The musicians performed hits like “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” “I Love This Bar” and “How Do You Like Me Now?!” at the ceremony, which took place at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas.Keith, who died following a battle with stomach cancer, was also honored with a series of poignant speeches made by his longtime friends and fellow singers.In the audience, the late performer’s three children Krystal Keith, Shelley Covel Rowland, and Stelen Keith Covel watched the loving tributes. The “Red Solo Cup” hitmaker’s wife, Tricia Lucus, was not in attendance.At one point during the broadcast, the cameras cut to the late singer’s three children who were visibly overcome with emotion and moved to tears.Following the performance, former MLB player Roger Clemens — who was a longtime friend of the late performer — read out a loving memorial in honor of Keith.“Thank you for sharing your dad with all of us.