Georgia O'Connor British Boxer Dead At 25 Months After Cancer Reveal
Georgia O'Connor -- an undefeated British boxer -- has died at the age of 25 ... months after revealing her cancer diagnosis and just three weeks after getting married.
O'Connor's promoter -- Boxxer -- announced her passing in a statement on Thursday ... calling her a "True warrior inside and outside the ring."
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"The boxing community has lost a talented, courageous and determined young woman far too soon."
Peyton Manning, Pat McAfee Mourn Jim Irsay's Death
Tributes have been pouring in following the shocking death of Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay ... with plenty of former players, coaches and loved ones taking time to remember the 65-year-old -- including the team's Super Bowl-winning quarterback, Peyton Manning.
The 49-year-old took to his Instagram to speak on Irsay's passing ... calling him an "incredibly generous and passionate owner, and I will always be indebted to him for giving me my start in the NFL."
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"His love for the Colts and the city of Indy was unmatched. His impact on the players who played for him will not be forgotten."
Jewish Museum Murders Suspected Shooter Screams 'Free Palestine' ... As Police Arrest Him
Two Israeli Embassy workers were shot to death Wednesday by a gunman at the Jewish Museum in Washington D.C. — and the arrest of the suspect was caught on dramatic video.
Check it out ... The alleged shooter — identified as Elias Rodriguez from Chicago, Illinois — is grabbed by a couple of cops inside a building on Wednesday night.
One of the officers slaps the cuffs on Elias, who starts screaming, "Free free Palestine." Both officers then escort him through an exit door as witnesses stare in shock, with one horrified woman seen covering her mouth.
'Cheers' Star George Wendt Dead at 76
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George Wendt, famous for his starring role in the long-running NBC sitcom "Cheers," is dead.
Family sources tell TMZ ... he died early Tuesday morning, passing peacefully in his sleep at his home.
The official cause of death is unclear.
George's family is remembering him as "a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him" ... and they say he will be missed forever.
Sarah Silverman My Grandfather Rage-Killed My Baby Brother!!!
Comedian Sarah Silverman is making no joke about how her brother died when he was a baby ... claiming in a new interview he was killed by their grandfather in a rage.
The "Don't Look Up" actress shared the head-turning story in her new interview with Rolling Stone, revealing she learned the truth behind how her brother died at just 3 months old ... after being lied to her entire life.
She tells RS her father, Donald Silverman, finally came clean after watching a Manhattan production of her memoir-turned-musical five nights in a row in 2022. Notably ... there's a joke in the musical about her brother Jeffrey’s death.
'NYPD Blue' Actor My Daughter Died Suspiciously Points Finger at Ex-Boyfriend
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A Hollywood actor -- who scored roles in 'NYPD Blue' and 'CSI Miami' -- believes his daughter did not commit suicide and died under suspicious circumstances ... and now he's suing her estranged boyfriend for wrongful death.
Dwayne Adway filed his lawsuit Monday in L.A. County Superior Court against Makar Kirikov, accusing him of being involved in the death of his daughter, Daelena Mackay.
In the suit, Adway says Daelena and Kirikov lived together for about a year in an L.A. apartment and, during that time, Daelena "experienced multiple incidents of domestic violence" at the hands of Kirikov.
'90 Day Fiance' Ben Rathbun Dead at 55
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"90 Day Fiance" star Ben Rathbun is dead ... TMZ has confirmed.
Ben died Monday morning at his home in Greencastle, Indiana, where he was surrounded by his family ... according to a family source.
We're told Ben had stage 4 stomach cancer and he had been battling the disease since the end of last year, when he was diagnosed.
'600-Lb Life' Star Latonya Pottain Dies In The Hospital ... Cause of Death Revealed
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11:20 AM PT -- TMZ obtained the coroner's report from the Parish of Natchitoches ... Latonya Pottain died from "acute on chronic congestive heart failure." No autopsy will be performed, since the death is considered due to natural causes. Pottain was taken from an inpatient medial rehab facility at the time of her death.
Latonya Pottain -- best known for being featured on the reality TV show "My 600-lb Life" -- has died of natural causes in Louisiana, TMZ has learned.
Pottain passed away Saturday night at CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center in Shreveport, LA, according to the Natchitoches Parish Coroner’s Office. The coroner tells us the preliminary investigation found Pottain died from congestive heart failure.
Pottain's brother also told TMZ ... family members visited Latonya at her home Saturday morning, and they noticed she was having trouble breathing. Her brother said Pottain told them she was extremely uncomfortable. On top of that, she didn't look well.
TikTok Influencer Emilie Kiser's Toddler Son Dead Days After He's Found Lifeless in Family Pool
The 3-year-old son of influencer Emilie Kiser recently died ... the boy drowned in a swimming pool, and fans are shocked and saddened for the popular TikToker.
Authorities tell TMZ ... Trigg Kiser was found lifeless in the family's Arizona pool on May 12. It's not clear how long the child had been in the pool before he was discovered.
First responders performed CPR on the toddler -- and he was hospitalized in critical condition for six days at Phoenix Children's Hospital, before he was pronounced dead.
John Elway's Agent, Friend JEFF SPERBECK'S SON POSTS TRIBUTE ... After Fatal Golf Cart Incident
John Elway's longtime agent and friend, Jeff Sperbeck, is being remembered for being a great father ... with his son posting a touching tribute to his late dad, who died in a tragic golf cart incident.
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Jeff's son, Jackson Sperbeck, just shared a bunch of photos of Jeff over the years on social media.
Jackson says ... "Your footsteps gave me direction. I'll walk the rest with purpose. I love you dad."
NYC Boat Crash Vessel Plows Into Brooklyn Bridge ... 2 dead, at Least 19 Injured
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12:30 PM PT -- Mexican officials have identified the two crew members who died in the boat crash. Veracruz cadet América Yamilet Sánchez and Adal Jair Marcos.
A Mexican Navy sailboat plowed into the Brooklyn Bridge in NYC last night, injuring at least 19 people and killing 2 crew members — and the wild scene was all caught on video.
Check it out ... the boat — lit up like a Christmas tree -- was on a training cruise in the East River around 8:30 PM Saturday when it did a "sailing maneuver" and crashed into the world-famous bridge, according to officials.
Eyewitnesses captured the horrifying mishap with their cellphone cameras, and you can hear people gasp when the ship makes impact with the span.
Natalia Bryant Mamba Mentality Great For BBall and College ... Graduates From USC!!!
Natalia Bryant's all grown-up and leaving school behind for now ... 'cause she just graduated from USC's prestigious film department.
The daughter of Kobe and Vanessa Bryant walked across the stage in her cap and gown Saturday ... and, dozens of photographers were on-hand for her special moment.
One caught her walking with her entourage back to her car with her mom ... decked out in her all white gown and a bright red stole.
New Orleans Woman Kept Mummified Body in House for Months ... Dead Son Weighed 600 Pounds
A New Orleans woman is under investigation after allegedly living with her 600-pound son's mummified remains for months in a house now deemed a health hazard.
Barbara Hainsworth -- reportedly described by the City of New Orleans as a "mentally disabled elderly woman" -- was visited by municipal code enforcement investigators after neighbors made multiple complaints about the condition of the house.
When New Orleans police officers arrived at the house, they found hoarding conditions -- and the man's body. When asked about the dead body, local reports say Hainsworth explained, "That's my son. He died about nine months ago."
'Survivor: Nicaragua' Jane Bright Dead at 71
'Walking Tall' Actor Joe Don Baker Dead at 89
Prolific movie actor Joe Don Baker has died at age 89 ... TMZ has learned.
The legendary actor, who appeared in a wide variety of films across decades, died on May 7, according to an obituary from his family Wednesday night. His cause of death was not disclosed.
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The character actor grew up in Texas, and after serving in the U.S. Army, he moved to New York City to study acting. He first went into films in the 1960s ... going on to work in more than 50 movies.
'Okay Baby' TikTok Star Shares Details of Tragic Car Accident ... Claims Investigator Found Car Seat Was Secured
"Okay Baby" social media star Preston Ordone's mother is sharing details surrounding the crash that ended her son's life ... and, she's maintaining his car seat was secured in place properly.
Katelynn Ordone shared more details about the accident last month ... starting by thanking everyone who has kept up their support for the family -- before revealing she and her husband, Jaelen, were so severely concussed in the Louisiana crash they remember nothing about it.
To determine exactly what happened, Katelynn says they hired an "independent accident reconstruction expert to thoroughly review the incident."