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Hayden Panettiere dies aged 36
The American actress has died.
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Sir Sam Neill gave Slow Horses star ‘his blessing’ for My Brilliant Career
Neill played Harry Beecham in the 1979 film adaptation of the classic.
Sir Sam Neill's mystery role in yet-to-be-released Zelda movie
The live-action adaptation is scheduled to be in cinemas next May.
Lionel Messi's father and agent dies aged 68
He secured Lionel's first Barcelona contract and became his agent.
Madonna's hit producer William Orbit dies aged 69
He won multiple Grammys for producing the singer's Ray of Light.
Bono leads tributes as Oscar-winning Glen Hansard farewelled in Dublin
Hansard died last week in a motorcycle crash aged 56.
'I'll see him in a bit': Taika Waititi says Sir Sam Neill's death not 'the end'
The Kiwi director reflected on his friendship with Neill during an event in London.
Amy Winehouse's friends win court battle with her dad over auction claims
A judge said Mitch Winehouse pursued the case aggressively and damaged their reputations.
French DJ found dead in Parisian apartment at age 50
French President Emmanuel Macron said Kavinsky will be 'a source of French pride forever'.
Oscar-winning Irish singer, musician killed in motorbike crash
Irish police appealed for witnesses after a fatal crash.
Parents of late Hollywood child star fight over $693,000 estate
Her death was ruled natural, with Aids the main cause.
Ben Affleck's mother dies aged 82
She was determined to see her grandson’s graduation from high school. She died days later.
How Michael J. Fox turned Parkinson’s disclosure into connection and purpose
Fox was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at age 29 but hid it for seven years.
Godzilla star's cause of death revealed
Hottle gained fame at age 12 for her role as Jia in Godzilla vs Kong.
'He would be delighted': Sir Sam Neill fans clamour to buy his wine after death
The wine has climbed from Liquorland's 423rd best-selling bottle up to fifth place.
'Godzilla' star dead at 18
Police said the car veered off a two-lane highway and hit a culvert.
'I nearly threw up': Singer reacts to fake AI post of her tribute to Sam Neill
The singer said she was 'speechless' when she came across a fake image of herself.
Khloé Kardashian reveals grandmother's final promises in touching tribute
The reality TV star said her children were blessed to know their great-grandmother.
Kim Kardashian explains why she posted holiday snaps after grandma’s death
The 45-year-old can be seen drinking tequila and sunbathing in a bikini.
'Our hearts are broken': Kris Jenner shares sad family news
The 91-year-old, known affectionately as MJ, was the heart of the Jenner family.
Sir Sam Neill's cause of death confirmed
His family said he passed away cancer-free after beating lymphoma.
'The narcissism is insane': Alec Baldwin's tribute video to Sam Neill slammed
The US actor mentioned Sam Neill only in the first 10 and last five seconds of the clip.
Beyond Hollywood: The winery, property and legacy Sir Sam Neill leaves behind
The star actor built an estimated US$18m–$20m fortune from film, property and wine.
From The Piano to Sir Sam Neill's final days: Moments director will treasure
Dame Jane Campion first met Neill in Auckland during pre-production for The Piano.
Taika Waititi farewells 'dear friend' Sir Sam Neill after actor's unexpected death
The Kiwi director even injected a bit of humour into the heartfelt post.
How TV networks are planning to honour Sir Sam Neill's life and legacy
The Kiwi actor died aged 78 in a hospital in Sydney, his family announced yesterday.
Child star left behind $690k estate despite dying homeless
Daveigh Chase, 35, died in a Los Angeles hospital on June 16.
Former child star Blake Garrett dies from accidental fentanyl overdose
The 33-year-old's mother said her son had 'turned things around' after a rocky patch.
Sam Neill’s net worth after sudden death at 78
The actor founded Central Otago winery Two Paddocks in 1993 as a personal passion.
Partner's heartbreaking tribute to World Cup footballer after mysterious death
An inquest has been launched into the South African footballer's death.