We take a short look back at those we lost over the past year. Some old friends, some memorable shows, entertainers, musicians, playwrights, authors, actors, and stars.
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A list of those we lost in 2007.
Veronica Mars (2004 – 2007) – This spunky Nancy Drew of the new Millenium was knocked off well before her time to make room for more Slut Wars, I mean America’s Next Top Model.
Tom Poston (1921 – 2007) – We may finally get Newhart on DVD, but good ol’ George didn’t live to see it.
Deborah Kerr (1921-2007) – Scottish actress famous for roles in The King and I, An Affair to Remember, and From Here to Eternity.
Denny Doherty (1940 – 2007) – Original member of The Mamas & the Papas.
Marcel Marceau (1923-2007) – French mime (read more).
Kurt Vonnegut (1922-2007) – American author (Slaughterhouse-Five, Cat’s Cradle, The Sirens of Titan) and a voice of his generation.
Adrienne Shelley – Indie film writer/director of films like Waitress and Sudden Manhattan (Keri Russell discusses her director and co-star)
Merv Griffin (1925-2007) – Actor, singer, and game and talk show host who later became the creator and producers of popular game shows Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune.
Robert Goulet (1933-2007) – Singer, actor and entertainer (read more).
Joel Siegel (1943-2007) – Notoriously upbeat film critic.
Rome (2005-2007) – Though quite successful this HBO property went away quietly after only two years.
Lois Maxwell (1927-2007) – Actress most remembered for her recurring role as Miss Moneypenny in the early James Bond films.
Norman Mailer (1923-2007) – Pulitzer Prize winning author.
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (2006-2007) – Aaron Sorkin’s behind-the-scenes dramedy of a sketch-comedy show was smothered to death in its crib by the NBC hatchet men after one year.
Luciano Pavoratti (1935-2007) – World reknown Italian tenor.
Alice Ghostley (1926-2007) – Actress most remembered for her role as Esmerelda on Bewitched.
Tom Snyder (1936-2007) – Radio personality and late night television host.
Evil Knievel (1938-2007) – World famous stunt man and daredevil.