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Bo Hopkins of ‘Dynasty’ Dies @ 80

Bo Hopkins of ‘Dynasty’ Dies @ 80
Bo Hopkins, who played country bad boys in several classic films — and was fondly remembered for TV's Dynasty in the '80s — has died. The actor's career lasted well over 50 years. (Image via head shot) A message on his official site announced: "It is with great sadness that we announce that Bo has passed away.…
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Fred Ward, ‘Remo Williams,’ ‘Tremors’ Star, Dies @ 79

Fred Ward, ‘Remo Williams,’ ‘Tremors’ Star, Dies @ 79
Fred Ward's publicist Ron Hofmann has confirmed that the popular actor died at 79 on May 8. No cause was given. The virile 'n' versatile star of action flicks and quality drama was born onDecember 30, 1942, in San Diego. Working as a janitor, boxer and lumberjack, he served in the Air Force before heading…
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James Olson of ‘The Andromeda Strain’ Dies @ 91

James Olson of ‘The Andromeda Strain’ Dies @ 91
I was just marveling at the long lives lived of the cast of the telekinesis TV movie The Spell (1977), and now the repressive dad in that, James Olson, has died at 91. The actor in his early years (Image via headshot) Olson died April 17, and his death was just reported. Born October 8,…
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