Singer-songwriter Adam Schlesinger (Fountains of Wayne and Ivy), who was reported to be in a medically-induced coma yesterday after having contracted COVID-19, has died. Rolling Stone reports: … [Read more...] about Fountains of Wayne’s Adam Schlesinger Dies from Coronavirus Complications
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South Florida Gay Men’s Chorus Member Dies from Coronavirus
South Florida's LGBTQ community is mourning another loss from coronavirus. George “Skip” Panse, described as a "beloved" member of the South Florida Gay Men's Chorus, died on Wednesday. Said Mark … [Read more...] about South Florida Gay Men’s Chorus Member Dies from Coronavirus
Playwright Terrence McNally Dies of Complications from Coronavirus at 81
Tony Award-winning Playwright Terrence McNally (Love! Valour! Compassion!, Master Class, Kiss of the Spider Woman and many more) has died of complications from coronavirus. He was 81. Broadway.com … [Read more...] about Playwright Terrence McNally Dies of Complications from Coronavirus at 81
Nashom Wooden, aka NYC Drag Queen Mona Foot, Dies from COVID-19
Nashom Wooden, also known as their alter ego NYC drag queen Mona Foot, has died from COVID-19, according to their close friend, fashion designer Geoffrey Mac, who made a tearful announcement on social … [Read more...] about Nashom Wooden, aka NYC Drag Queen Mona Foot, Dies from COVID-19
Kathy Griffin’s Mother Maggie Dead at 99
Maggie Griffin, the mother of comic Kathy Griffin who became a well-known regular with a penchant for wine and witty repartee on her daughter's reality TV show My Life on the D-List, has died at … [Read more...] about Kathy Griffin’s Mother Maggie Dead at 99
Danny Tidwell’s Husband Shares Touching Tribute After ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Finalist’s Tragic Death
David Benaym, the journalist and husband of So You Think You Can Dance finalist Danny Tidwell, who died tragically in a car accident over the weekend at the age of 35, penned a touching tribute to the … [Read more...] about Danny Tidwell’s Husband Shares Touching Tribute After ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Finalist’s Tragic Death
‘Boys in the Band’ Playwright Mart Crowley Dead at 84
Mart Crowley, author of the 1968 landmark play The Boys in the Band, has died at the age of 84. Crowley's death was first reported by Michael Musto on Facebook. Wrote Musto: "RIP, Mart Crowley, … [Read more...] about ‘Boys in the Band’ Playwright Mart Crowley Dead at 84
‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Finalist Danny Tidwell Dead at 35
Dancer Danny Tidwell, who became well-known as a finalist on the reality dance competition So You Think You Can Dance, has died in a car accident at the age of 35. Tidwell's death was reported by … [Read more...] about ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Finalist Danny Tidwell Dead at 35
Michel Mizrahi, Beloved DJ/Producer on Global Gay Party Circuit, Has Died
Michel Mizrahi / Facebook Michel Mizrahi, a popular DJ/producer on the international gay party circuit died unexpectedly this week. The cause of death is unclear, but Angels Events, the promoter of … [Read more...] about Michel Mizrahi, Beloved DJ/Producer on Global Gay Party Circuit, Has Died
Wilton Manors, Florida Mayor Justin Flippen Dies at 41
The city of Wilton Manors, Florida is mourning the loss of Mayor Justin Flippen, who died on Tuesday of a brain aneurysm on his way to a city commission meeting. Said Commissioner Gary Resnick to … [Read more...] about Wilton Manors, Florida Mayor Justin Flippen Dies at 41
