Below is a list of former ESPN employees who have confirmed their departures via social media (this list will continue to be updated). He also landed roles in several movies, including Purple Rain (he played Prince's father), The Butler and Reindeer Games. Some might still be under contract at ESPN, while others have likely chosen not to work for one reason or other. Storm was the subject of the 2016 Nimisha Mukerji documentary Tempest Storm: Burlesque Queen. Born on November 18, 1935, in Drew, Mississippi, Pervis and his family soon moved to Chicago, where he grew up and went on to perform alongside his sisters Cleotha, Mavis and Yvonne as the Staple Singers in local churches during the late 1940s, according to The Guardian. He left the network in 1994 and later served as athletic director at Idaho State and Macalester College in Minnesota. Grahame, who opened up about her struggles with anorexia nervosa in her autobiographical books Dying to Be Thin (2009) and Fragile (2012), was recently in treatment for an eating disorder, and friends started a GoFundMe for her the month before her death. He leaves us all better for having known him. Irv Cross, of course, was not alone in misery among his former NFL brethren. The beloved former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher and manager died of a sudden cardiopulmonary arrest at his home on Jan. 7 at 10:09 p.m. local time, the Los Angeles Dodgers confirmed on Twitter. He did not share Dukakis' cause of death. On April 26, 2017, the entire sports media world was rocked by news of about 100 layoffs at ESPN, many of them impacting big-name reporters, columnists, anchors, hosts and analysts. The groundbreaking designer died at age 41 after a private two-year battle with cancer, PEOPLE confirmed on Nov. 28. He then went on to portray WSB agent Sean Donely in General Hospital for 11 years. The longtime television journalist and former CBS and NBC anchor died on March 9 of complications from kidney failure at his home in McLean, Virginia, his son, Jonathan Mudd, told The Washington Post. "His scoring ability was so prolific, and his form so pure, that he earned the simple nickname, 'The Shooter.' He was our everything and his kids biggest believer.. I know a lot of people go through [stuff]. "He passed away today at 1:17am after a long illness.". May 14, 2009 Updated Jan 25, 2015. He famously recreated the photo in 2014 with descendants of Chinese railroad workers. His music has earned him 35 Billboard spots, including six Top 10 hits. Now: Unclear, Then: ESPN.com Pac-12 reporter Hogan died at his home in Maine, his family announced in The New York Times. "I was with him in his final moments. He was 87. The members of this group continue to work in media but have left sports behind, at least for now. The Sunday morning classic featured a mix of cartoons, celebrity guests, magic tricks and more, and was well-known as a particularly engaging show for kids. "It is with very heavy hearts and tear-filled eyes that we share the news that our beloved friend and bandmate, Bryan St. Pere, has passed away." On the big screen, his credits included turns in Mulholland Falls, The Beverly Hillbillies, Passenger 57, The Man in the Moon, Showdown in Little Tokyo, Air America and Shocker. He had been married to Liz for 34 years when he died. The novelist and Oscar-winning screenwriter died on March 25 of heart failure, PEOPLE confirmed. Over the course of his career, the Baltimore, Maryland native released 15 Billboard Hot 100 megahit songs, including "Party Up (Up In Here)" and his collaboration "Money, Power, Respect" with The Lox and Lil' Kim. The actor had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and had contracted COVID-19 and pneumonia, but his cause of death was not specified. Video: WAPT. Looking back, she'd often say, 'I've had a lucky life,' and generations of children count themselves lucky toolucky to have the very real characters Beverly Cleary created, including Henry Huggins, Ramona and Beezus Quimby, and Ralph S. Mouse, as true friends who helped shape their growing-up years," said Suzanne Murphy, president and publisher of HarperCollins Children's Books. In 2012, he received a long-awaited Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Beginners. On April 26, 2017, the entire sports media world was rocked by news of about 100 layoffs at ESPN, many of them impacting big-name reporters, columnists . According to The New York Times, his death was confirmed in a statement by his family, who shared that his death was related to a "recent medical diagnosis" that Stewart had kept private. Feb. 8, 2021, 4:09 AM PST. After graduating in 1948, she returned to her hometown, where she met and then married William (Bill) Carberry Loud. Celebrities who died in 2021. After retiring at the end of the 1959-60 season, he went on to coach for the Rangers, Blues, and Hartford Whalers. "For 63 years and across the platforms of radio, television and digital media, Larry's many thousands of interviews, awards, and global acclaim stand as a testament to his unique and lasting talent as a broadcaster. "My God, how bright heaven must be right now.". According to the website Cartoon Brew, which first reported the news, Creek died following complications from a skydiving incident. He was one of a kind, and will be truly missed., The best insights from the ultimate insiders, 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, Jazz legend dead: Grammy-winning visionary composer was 89, Three-time NFL Pro Bowler, Super Bowl champion dead, Hayden Panettieres brothers cause of death revealed, Waddle said in ESPNs obituary for Dickerson. Sonia Coleman. "It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of my beloved mom Jessica. The New York City native began his career as a part of the critically acclaimed Nuyorican Poetry Slam Team. Following news of his passing, tributes poured into social media highlighting not only his professional excellence, but his kind spirit and glowing personality. 4, as a host on WEEI, or as a horse racing expert for NBC, died Saturday at age 70. Cain was never afraid to mix it up with discussion about politics a no-no in the Pitaro regime. Her breakout role came in 1971, with The Last Picture Show earning her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. The family added that Gomez died at home. "Imagine the best person in the world. Mom, per her Twitter bio, Then: SportsCenter, NFL Live anchor The actor and writer, best known for his role as Arnold "Poet" Jackson on HBO's Oz, died on March 24, his rep confirmed to PEOPLE. It's stage 4 [now], late-stage cancer. The pair wed the following year. Peter Mark Richman and I understood the music from the very first time we appeared together on Three's Company. Now: College football commentator for FS1; host on SiriusXM; CBS Sports digital contributor; host of Offthe Bench with Kanell and Bell podcast, Pumped up for some big things aheadget ready on Monday. Sekou Smith, a longtime NBA reporter and analyst, died Tuesday of complications from covid-19, devastating the community of coaches, players and reporters who had known him for years. The company and nearly every sports media entity has seen more layoffs since then, but the departures from the Worldwide Leader In Sports over the last year or so have involved some of the companys high-profile, front-facing talent. March 14, 2022. #deezerd," Emmery captioned a series of photos, which featured family snaps and pictures of the late actor and musical performer's career highlights. Richard Deitsch (@richarddeitsch) April 30, 2018, Then: ESPN college basketball reporter, host, anchor He was 87. Starting out with a number of notable Shakespearian productions, he went on to catch his big break with The Sound of Music in 1965. Now: IncomingGolden State Warriors reporter for The Athletic, Thrilled to announce that I'll be joining The Athletic on May 15th. Now: Columnist for The Athletic, Then: ESPN.com Big Ten reporter He was also the owner of Booked Up, a bookstore that he opened in Washington D.C. in 1971 and later opened two more locations before he consolidated them in his hometown of Archer City, Texas. She was one of the first black actresses, paving the way for many others. In the Name of Love," among others. He was 78 years old. We all just lost a phenomenal man.". The outlet reported that she fell down the last two steps of a staircase the week prior. He had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's back in 2013. Cross, who was 81 when he died Feb. 28, 2021, suffered from stage 4 chronic traumatic encephalopathy, Boston University researchers said Tuesday. Freddie Coleman. Solinger stayed with the group until 2015 when he was replaced by the former TNT singer Tony Harnell. Long's former bandmates Valli, 86, and Bob Gaudio, 78, confirmed the news in a statement they jointly shared on Facebook. "He was the nicest, kindest, most helpful, wonderful man I ever met," Liz Cross said. He was 85.<BR><BR> In his decade coaching the Raiders, the team went to seven AFC title games and won the Super Bowl in 1977. He was beloved as an artist, professor, mentor, father, grandfather, philanthropist and community leader," UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May said in the news release. Feb 7, 2021. Joey Jordison. Will Cain: The former daytime national radio host now works for Fox News. December 29, 2021 9:13am. Banes obtained "a traumatic brain injury and was unable to recover," Williams said. He covered the game for more than two decades, including the past 11 years with Turner Sports, where he showed his full range of skills as an engaging television analyst, podcast host and writer. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Anchor/Reporter. Today she placed the last ornament, a Star, on top of the tree.". His friend, Shanna Moakler, said Freeman died in his sleep on Nov. 13, 2021, at his home in Austin. She joined ESPN in 2016 to work as an anchor for SportsCenter and was recently chosen to replace Jemele Hill as anchor on the 6 p.m. edition of the flagship show. In 2009, he received the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award. "They made him a stronger helmet.". Discovery Company. We are holding Jeffs family, and especially his son, Parker, in our prayers.. A handful have not given any public indication of what theyre up to at the moment. "Abbelen and all relatives and friends are deeply saddened by the immeasurable loss," the racing team said on Twitter. Aaker earned a number of other acting credits before his big break in 1954, both on television and the big screen. The Philadelphia Eagles cornerback, who became the first Black man to work full-time as a sports analyst on national television, is the latest football player diagnosed with CTE. "Pedro was an elite journalist at the . ESPN.com national NFL writer; ESPN.com NFC North reporter, 2008-2013; Covered Vikings for Minneapolis Star Tribune, 1999-2008 A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said, "The Queen is sending a private message of condolence to the family of Captain Sir Tom Moore. NBA legend Mark Eaton died on May 29, 2021, at age 64. Hum was founded in 1989 and a year later after the band's original drummer, Jeff Kropp, left the group. The photo in question is one that commemorated the completion of the transcontinental railroad, in which Lee noticed no Chinese workers appeared. They were right and Im better for the experience. He was a Dad, loving husband, loyal friend, coach and mentor, Gomezs family said in a statement published by ESPN Front Row. Linda Torres and Angela "Big Ang" Raiola. Prior to his writing career, Dickey earned a degree in Computer System Technology at the University of Memphis and worked as a software developer in the aerospace industry, according to his website. He was 91. After a handful of roles in various TV shows and plays, Darrow found his breakout role in The High Chaparral, which ran on NBC from 1967 through 1971. The actress' death was announced by Sublime Artist Agency on Instagram on Jan. 25, though Song's cause of death was not released. Grahame came in fifth place during season seven of Big Brother UK in 2006 and went on to star in her own reality series Princess Nikki. She was 92. We will share information about his memorial service once details are finalized.". The Broadway and Police Academy actress died on Jan. 7 at 73. The reality star, known for her appearance on BET's Baldwin Hills, died on April 11. He was 77. She was 89. "He achieved a lot in his 24 years, but we will never get the chance to see how much more Harry could have done.". "The only person he wanted to be with was me. The beloved journalist and radio host died in Los Angeles on Jan. 23. His contributions to the soap opera garnered him a Daytime Emmy Award for lifetime achievement in 2004. The longtime journalist earned a number of accolades throughout his career, including two Peabody Awards and inductions into the National Radio Hall of Fame and Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Tyler, who played Central Perk barista Gunther on the hit show, revealed his diagnosis for the first time in mid-June, about three years after his treatment began in 2018. Looking forward to CFB season MAKING STATEMENTS THAT OTHERS WON'T. The family requests that any donations in her name be made to PETA or Last Chance for Animals," Green added. He loved his family with all of his heart and we cherish the times we spent with him. A new home for Michael Thomas? Dickerson had been a fixture at ESPN for 20 years, and in recent years was co-host of the Dickerson and Hood weekend show on ESPN Radio. Some of Donner's other credits include Scrooged (1988), Maverick (1994), Assassins (1995), Conspiracy Theory (1997), Timeline (2003) and most recently, 2006's 16 Blocks. As Mayne put it on Twitter, he was a salary cap casualty. Those media deals are expensive. Now: Radio host on SiriusXM, Then: ESPN MLB analyst, ESPN.com columnist Among the numerous awards and distinctions he received over the years was the Order of Jamaica. "We are shocked and saddened to learn t He suffered so many head injuries in his rookie season that his Eagles teammates called him "Paper Head. "ESPN and everyone in the sports world have lost a true friend and a uniquely inspirational figure in Stuart Scott," said ESPN president John Skipper in the statement.. Scott had been public about his long fight with the disease . A Chicago native, Reilly started acting in the 1960s with guest-starring roles on Death Valley Days, Apple's Way and Gunsmoke. Born Lawrence Harvey Zeiger on Nov. 19, 1933, in Brooklyn, New York, King changed his birth name in the late 1950s as he was beginning his broadcast career in Miami. He was 54. His other TV credits include appearances on Mystery Woman, American Dragon: Jake Long, Judging Amy, Empire and Everybody Hates Chris. Following the news of his death, the Screen Actors Guild called the late actor "the pride of Puerto Rico.". He was an amazing journalist whose work and magazine craft we still refer to every day at PEOPLE as it's still so relevant," Dan Wakeford, editor in chief for PEOPLE, said in a statement. He was 29. Born Joseph Louis LaBracio in Elizabeth, New Jersey in 1941, Long was trained in classical music but transitioned to the Fender bass guitar after he reportedly suffered a hand injury. Cross, the former NFL defensive back who became the first Black man to work full-time as a sports analyst on national television, is the latest football player diagnosed with the brain disease CTE. Now: College basketball reporter for The Athletic, What a difference a year makes. General. "He was truly our AMC patriarch and filled our studio with warmth and professionalism and his delicious sense of humor there were times during scenes that I couldn't dare make eye contact with him just a look from his eyes with that ever-present gleam would dissolve us into peals of laughter," Lucci continued. In 1959, Henry got her big break playing Alice Mitchell in the CBS sitcom Dennis the Menace. Several more Shakespearean roles, Broadway plays and Hollywood movies followed, including acclaimed turns in 1999's The Insider, in which he portrayed 60 Minutes reporter Mike Wallace, and 2001's A Beautiful Mind. TV's perennial Golden Girl died on Dec. 31, just two weeks before she would have celebrated her 100th birthday. While we grieve his loss, we know that he is finally at peace and out of pain.". She later became the first runner-up on Ultimate Big Brother in 2010. (for which he landed an Oscar nomination) landed roles on the big and small screen over the course of his decades-long career, beginning in the 1960s. Jeff Dickerson ESPN Images. Now:Analyst and editor for FloHoops.com; executive director of Pro Training Center, Then: ESPN soccer reporter I will have more to say about him later. Stage 4 is the most advanced stage of CTE, showing . I'm so grateful I made it in time to hold him and say goodbye. "Brain tissue analysis is the quickest path to discover ways to . So eventually, you know, it's gonna probably get me," Tyler shared on Today in June, noting at the time that he was undergoing chemotherapy. She was 98. Throughout his career, the "500 Miles High" composer who also played in Miles Davis' band released more than 80 studio albums. Jason Guerrasio. I'm so grateful he was mine. Now: Betting analyst for VSiN, Then: ESPN.com college football recruiting reporter However, he told the Philadelphia Inquirer in 2018 that he had been diagnosed with mild cognitive dementia, and intended to donate his brain to Boston University after his death so they could test it for chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). He was 69. Before that, he had also written for the Sacramento Bee, the San Jose Mercury News, the Miami Herald, the San Diego Union, and the Miami News. We've received your submission. Richman died of natural causes at his home in Woodland Hills, California, his rep confirms to PEOPLE. Now: NHL columnist for The Athletic; TSN contributor, Then: ESPN.com NHL reporter "We need to educate young athletes that this is a risk that they are undertaking. "As most of you know, Sylvain battled cancer for the past two and 1/2 years," Mizrahi wrote. The German race car driver has died after a years-long battle with cancer. Wilson's cause of death was not immediately clear but Schwartz said in a statement that she "passed away suddenly. Her debut work was 1981's Psychoanalysis: The Impossible Profession. He also financed the Broad Museum in downtown L.A., which opened in 2015 and includes 2,000 artworks from the Broads' collection, worth $1.6 billion, according to NBC News. In 2014, three films Greenspan produced were released: The Best of Me, a Sparks book adaptation starring James Marsden and Michelle Monaghan; You're Not You, based on the novel by Michelle Wildgen and starring Hilary Swank, Emmy Rossum and Josh Duhamel; and the Chlo Grace Moretz film If I Stay, based on the book by Gayle Forman. He was 93. The author died from corticobasal degeneration, a rare and untreatable disease that affects the brain and causes cells to degenerate over time, according to his publisher Scribner. In addition to voicing Sebastian, the South Carolina native starred as Mufasa in the original Broadway cast of The Lion King. Skid Row announced the rocker's death in a social media statement on June 26. His passing comes weeks after he was hospitalized with COVID-19 on Jan. 2. Scolari died of cancer the morning of Oct. 22, following a two-year illness, his manager Ellen Lubin Sanitsky at Wright Entertainment told Variety and Deadline. Alex is a writer and editor for The Comeback and Awful Announcing. The star, who was born on Jan. 29, 1947, died of cardiac complications in Los Angeles, his rep confirmed to PEOPLE. This site is for informational and entertainment purposes only. "Cicely thought of her new memoir as a Christmas tree decorated with all the ornaments of her personal and professional life. "The Jones family is in our thoughts as we mourn his loss and fondly remember the life and career of one of the greatest champions in American sports," it concluded. She also scored Emmy nods for the miniseries Roots and King. He was also known as 'Mr. The award-winning author of the Red Sparrow series died on April 28 at the age of 69. She was 86. A cause of death has yet to be announced. At just 58 years old, the award-winning Canadian director of acclaimed projects, such as Dallas Buyers Club, Big Little Lies and Sharp Objects, has died. The Bears released a statement remembering Dickerson and expressing the organizations sympathies to his young son and family. Two years later, she was selected for the Peabody Career Achievement Award for her work on the stage, in film and on television. Segal opened his first store in West Hollywood in 1961, with the Beatles, Diana Ross, Elvis Presley and Farrah Fawcett among its earliest fans, the company website said. 973,382,825,282 more to go ? Bruce had several hit songs over the course of his decades-long career, including the all-time classic "Mammas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys," which he co-wrote with his then-wife Patsy Bruce before the pair split in 1987. The Just Our Luck actor died in March at the age of 71. Is the Pac-12 close to a new deal, or are they in trouble as more bidders back away from negotiations? 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