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Chadwick Boseman, Best Known For BLACK PANTHER, Has Died at 43
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor Chadwick Boseman, best known for his performance in Black Panther, has died at age 43.

Musician Justin Townes Earle Dies at 38
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that musician Justin Townes Earle has died at age 38. No cause of death has been revealed.

Playwright Kenneth Bernard Has Passed Away at 90
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2020

The New York Times has reported that playwright Kenneth Bernard, a key figure in the experimental theater movement, passed away on August 9th at age 90.

TV's Mary Hartline Dies at 92
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2020

One of the first superstars of television, Mary Hartline, died in her hometown of Hillsboro, IL on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2020 at the age of 92.

British Stage Designer Sally Jacobs Dies at 87
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that British stage designer Sally Jacobs has died at age 87.

Portuguese Actress and Cultural Leader Fernanda Lapa Dies at 77
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2020

Portuguese actress and cultural leader Fernanda Lapa has died at age 77 on August 6.


The Theatre Community Pays Tribute to Howell Binkley on Social Media
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2020

Yesterday, BroadwayWorld was saddened to report the passing of lighting designer Howell Binkley after a battle with lung cancer. Members of the theatre community have been paying tribute to Binkley on social media.

Actress Linda Manz, Best Known For DAYS OF HEAVEN, Dies at 58
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actress Linda Manz has died at age 58.

Filmmaker Ash Christian Dies at 35
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2020

Dallas native, Ash Christian, an Emmy Award winning producer, actor filmmaker and LGBTQ+ activist passed away in his sleep on Thursday, August 14, 2020 while vacationing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. He was 35 years old.

Tony Award-Winning Lighting Designer Howell Binkley Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2020

Tony Award-winning lighting designer, Howell Binkley, has passed away after a battle with lung cancer. Binkley is currently represented on Broadway by his work on Hamilton, Ain't Too Proud, and Come From Away.

Singer and Obie-Winning Actress Salome Bey Dies at 86
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that singer and actress Salome Bey has died at age 86.

Award-Winning Director and Choreographer Tony Charmoli Dies at Age 99
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2020

Tony Charmoli died peacefully on the evening of August 7th at his home in the Hollywood Hills. He was 99. Tony had a decades long, award-winning career as a director, a producer, and as a choreographer for television, film, and theater. 

Ben Vereen's Son, Ben Vereen Jr., Has Died
by BWW News Desk - August 9, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to hear of the passing of Benjamin Vereen Jr., the son of Tony-winning actor Ben Vereen.

Swiss Theatre Director Werner Düggelin Dies at Age 90
by BWW News Desk - August 9, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Swiss theatre director Werner Düggelin has died at age 90.

Jason Robert Brown, Carolee Carmello, Chita Rivera & More Pay Tribute to Brent Carver
by BWW News Desk - August 7, 2020

As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday, Tony Award winning actor Brent Carver has passed away at age 68. This evening, Carver's Broadway colleagues took to social media to celebrate his life and legacy.

Tony Award Winner Brent Carver Has Passed Away At Age 68
by Alan Henry - August 6, 2020

BroadwayWorld has learned that Tony Award winning actor Brent Carver has passed away at age 68. Born in 1951, the Canadian actor Brent Carver was a star of both stage and screen.

Theatre Critic, Playwright, and Educator Eric Bentley Passes Away at 103
by BWW News Desk - August 5, 2020

Eric Bentley, revered drama critic, translator, playwright, poet, educator and stage director, has passed away at age 103.

Classical Pianist and Conductor Leon Fleisher Dies at 92
by BWW News Desk - August 4, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Leon Fleisher, classical pianist and conductor, has died at age 92.

Stage and Screen Actor Patti Karr Dies at 88
by BWW News Desk - August 2, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Patti Karr has died at 88.

Actor and Singer Wilford Brimley Dies at Age 85
by BWW News Desk - August 2, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor Wilford Brimley has died at age 85.

Andre Ptaszynski, Producer of British Theatre and Television, Dies at 66
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that André Ptaszynski, British theatre producer and board member at the National Theatre, has died at age 66.

Stage and Screen Actor Michael Mandell Has Died
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Michael Mandell has died. His cause of death has not been confirmed.

Oscar Winning Actress Olivia De Havilland Dies at Age 104
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2020

Two-time Academy Award-winning actress, Dame Olivia de Havilland has died peacefully from natural causes on July 26 at her residence in Paris, France.  She was 104.

Singer Joanne Beretta Dies At 86
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Joanne Beretta died July 24, 2020 at New York City's Beth Israel-Mt. Sinai Hospital at age 86. Her death was due to complications from a recent fall. Her dear friend Kathleen Chalfant was at her side when she passed away.

Television Host Regis Philbin Dies at 88
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Regis Philbin, legendary television host, has died at age 88.


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