2017 was not only a year of celebrity deaths. Young musicians and beloved '70s stars kept popping up in obituaries. Many beloved '80s actors were also laid to rest. Sam Shepard (affable secretary of Perry Mason) also died July 30. But more unexpected deaths occurred than those of musicians or actors. These are the 10 most unexpected deaths in entertainment this year.
Roy Dotrice passed away on October 16th, at the age of just 94.
Character actor Roy Dotrice passed away on Oct. 16 at the age of 94. The award-winning actor was known for his roles in plays and on TV. He won a Tony Award in 2000 for his role as Jacob “Father” Wells in the revival "A Moon for the Misbegotten." He was also known to be a gifted speaker and a sharp thinker.
Tom Petty was killed in an automobile accident on October 2.
Tom Petty, a musician best known for his unique voice, has had a profound impact on music lovers and artists. Petty was a member and songwriter of The Traveling Wilburys from 1980. He also wrote songs for Roy Orbison and Jeff Lynne. Among the many tributes to the late rock legend are tweets from Sir Paul McCartney and Carole King. In addition, the singer's longtime friends and colleagues have paid tribute to his music.
Perry Mason's secretary, Barbara Hale, was played by Barbara Hale
Hale was an actress and played the role of Perry Mason's friendly secretary. Hale has starred in many TV series and movies. She co-starred as Raymond Burr in 1972's comedy Big Wednesday. In 1978, she was a star alongside William Katt playing the role of Paul Drake Jr. Hale wrote Hale's biography, Affectionate Secrets of a Woman.
Sam Shepard's death occurred on July 30,
American actor Sam Shepard, 66, died on July 30, 2017. He was born in Illinois. He grew up in Illinois on a farm. He was the son and daughter of a violent alcoholic. He spent a few months with a traveling theater group before settling in New York at age 19. He began working at the Village Gate as a busboy when he was 19 years old. Sam Shepard wrote more than 40 plays during his career.
Nelsan Elissa died Sept. 28
Nelsan Ellis, the actor, has been taken from us. He was 39 years old. His death was due in part to heart failure from alcohol withdrawal. He was pronounced dead at a New York hospital. His role was that as Lafayette, a gay cook and medium for HBO's True Blood. The viewers loved Ellis' charismatic and intelligent performances. Ellis leaves behind a niece, nephew, grandchild, and son.
Anne Jeffreys was killed on Sept. 28, 2008.
Anne Jeffreys is an American actress. She was born in Goldsboro North Carolina. She was originally trained to be an operatic soprano. However, she quickly moved to New York City and became part of the New York Municipal Opera Company. She starred in the 1942 film "I Married an Angel" as well as a number Dick Tracy films. Jeffreys' final role was that as John Dillinger, the bank robber.
Don Rickles died in 1984 at the age of84
Barbara Rickles was Don Rickles's wife. She has passed away at the young age of84. The couple were married 56 years. She was suffering from non-Hodgkin lymphoma and other illnesses. Despite his sage advice, Barbara Rickles took a few steps back when talking about her late husband. The anniversary of their wedding day is March 14, and the couple will have their funeral.
Miguel Ferrer succumbed to heart failure.
The actor who played Owen Granger on the hit CBS show NCIS: Los Angeles died on Thursday, aged 61. In addition to his role on NCIS: Los Angeles, he was also a star in RoboCop. The show addressed his real-life issues regarding his health after his passing. He had been battling throat carcinoma. Although he was absent for a while, he returned to the show as a regular. However, his performance in recent episodes has been limited.
FAQ
Who is the most famous actor in Hollywood?
Tom Hanks holds the record for being the highest-paid actor in history. He is paid a minimum $25 million per film. According to Celebrity Net Worth.
Will Smith came in second, earning $65 million over the course of four years for his work on Independence Day.
Tom Cruise took third place for his performance as Ethan Hunt, Mission Impossible. Cruise earned $60M over five year.
Fourth place goes the Daniel Craig, with $50 million in four years of playing James Bond.
Fifth place goes to Leonardo DiCaprio who made $45 million in five years as a Titanic star.
Sixth place goes out to Brad Pitt. He earned $40 million in six years as a result of his portrayal of Steve McQueen's character in 12 Years a Slave.
Robert Downey Jr. is seventh, having earned $35 million over seven decades for his role as Tony Stark/Iron Man/Iron Man in Iron Man.
Johnny Depp, who made $30 million in eight years to play Captain Jack Sparrow's role in Pirates of The Caribbean, takes eighth place.
Ninth spot goes to George Clooney. He earned $25 million over nine year for his portrayal of Matt Damon in Good Night and Good Luck.
Angelina Jolie took 10th place. Angelina Jolie earned $20M over 11 years for her roles on Mr. & Mrs Smith.
Is Hollywood more important than Bollywood?
Producers face the greatest challenge of making sure their movie is seen by viewers.
Problem is, there are many films competing for viewers' time and money. You won't be noticed if your movie isn't unique.
But what makes a movie great? What makes an actor a star? Or a director? It's not just talent - it's also luck. You might have all the best actors in the world, but if they're working on a bad script, nothing will come of it.
Films can be divided into two categories: blockbuster films with large budgets or independent productions. Blockbuster movies are expensive to produce and distribute. These blockbuster movies are usually produced by big studios who want their movies to reach as broad an audience as possible. These big-budget movies appeal to older audiences.
Independent films are usually smaller productions that can be funded by investors or individuals. These films tend to target niche markets and are tailored to specific tastes. They are generally less costly to produce and market. They aren't always more affordable to watch, however. In fact, most indie films are very hard to find.
Is it possible to have both types of films? Do we need big blockbuster movies and small independent ones? Well, I think that Hollywood is actually bigger than Bollywood. Hollywood produces more movies than India every year.
What's the difference of an indie movie and a foreign-language film?
Independent films are usually made by one filmmaker who makes all of the decisions.
A foreign language film, on the other hand is usually produced by a larger production crew.
They frequently hire actors, directors, and writers from other countries.
You can also find professional translators to make the dialogue sound natural.
How much does it set you back to distribute a feature length film?
A typical distribution deal costs between $100,000-$150,000.
The average cost per theater is around $10,000.
The average screen cost is about $5,000
It means that, if you have 100 screens your distribution fees would be $500,000.
Distributor fees of $50,000 would apply if there are ten screens.
What is the average salary of actors?
An actor's pay can vary from $1,000,000 per movie to below $100,000 for independent films. The average actor receives between $10,000 and $20,000 for a film. Many actors get no pay. It all depends on their success. There are actors who make millions and others who struggle to find work.
How many movies does Hollywood make a year?
Each year, Hollywood studios produce approximately 3,000 films. Yes, that's correct, three thousand!
Hollywood spends billions on film advertising. They spend millions producing them. They also spend millions marketing them. But how many end up actually getting seen in the theaters, do you think?
It's probably between 200-300. What happens to the 2,700+ other films? The majority of these films are either direct-to video releases or sit in storage.
They are not all destined to be overlooked. Some of them have been selected for distribution via Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu Plus, iTunes, Google Play, etc.
Hence, why aren't there more of them? Why aren’t they being shown in theaters instead? Because they are too expensive to make.
They would be released in theaters if they were less expensive to produce.
This is where I come in. I will help you find the best possible way to release your film in theaters.
You'll learn how to maximize your return and increase the chances of your movie being shown in theaters.
We have to face it...
It can be hard to get your film into the theaters. It is a complex, long-winded and complicated process that requires a lot of legalities.
It can also come at a high cost before you even begin.
It is even more difficult to distribute your film within a limited timeframe.
There isn't enough time in between the time a movie is finished and when its theatrical run starts.
Statistics
- New York Times article stated that only 15% of the top films in 2013 had women in lead acting roles. (en.wikipedia.org)
- "[116]"38% of films employed 0 or 1 woman in the roles considered, 23% employed two women, 28% employed 3 to 5 women, and 10% employed 6 to 9 women. (en.wikipedia.org)
- This reflected no change from 2011 and only a 1% increase from 1998."[116]"9% of all directors. (en.wikipedia.org)
- By 1911, approximately 60 to 70 percent of films imported into Great Britain were American. (en.wikipedia.org)
- At his encouragement, his sister Sarah Luke, brother-in-law Elisha Luke, with her mother, Azubah, took the Atlantic & Pacific Railroad from Ogden to Los Angeles in November 1885, according to Adrian Weekly Press, November 13, 1885. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How To
How long does it take to tour the Hollywood Walk of Fame
It takes approximately 2 hours to visit the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a collection of 1,400 stars that are embedded in the sidewalk just outside Grauman’s Chinese Theater. It was established in 1960. It celebrates the contributions of celebrities to film and television, music and theater, as well as art, science, politics, literature, fashion architecture, education, and other fields. A plaque is attached to each star with the name of the person, their birth year, and their category.
There are currently 683 stars located along Hollywood Boulevard from Gower Street to Vine Street. A third of the stars have been given posthumously.
There are many ways to see the stars. You can walk up and down the street, or you can use the free transportation provided to you by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
To see the entire list of current inductees, visit the official website at www.walkoffame.com/inductee_listing/.