Grady Demond Wilson, ‘Lamont’ of Sanford and Son, dies at 79
Grady Demond Wilson, the actor who played Lamont on ‘Sanford and Son,’ has died at 79 from cancer. He starred opposite Redd Foxx from 1972–1977.
Grady Demond Wilson, the actor who played Lamont on ‘Sanford and Son,’ has died at 79 from cancer. He starred opposite Redd Foxx from 1972–1977.
Kim Wood, 80, the NFL’s first full-time strength coach and longtime Cincinnati Bengals trainer, has died after a short illness. Tributes have poured in from players and staff.
Pedro Torres, 72, legendary Mexican television producer, died Jan. 30, 2026, his family announced via Instagram. He had been diagnosed with ALS.
Shirley Raines, 58, founder of Beauty 2 The Streetz, died Jan. 27 in Las Vegas. Her nonprofit confirmed the loss and mourners including Lizzo paid tribute.
Leonard Kornberg, 75, died Jan. 3. The Universal executive helped bring Paddington, The Mummy and King Kong to screen; colleagues have paid tribute.
Leah King, one of the newborn twins who played Sarah Platt on Coronation Street, died of cot death in May 1987 aged six months. Cast members paid respects.
Salvatore Basile, 85, Colombian-Italian actor known for roles opposite Bud Spencer and Terence Hill, died Monday at his Cartagena home, the mayor said.
Charity Pierce, the TLC My 600-lb Life star, has died at 50 after a month in hospice care, her daughter said. She passed surrounded by loved ones.
Peter Napolitano, known as “Produce Pete,” has died at 80. Fans paid tribute on his Instagram as the beloved TV personality is remembered.
Vanessa Bryant honored Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna with an emotional post six years after their helicopter deaths; fans and family mourn his legacy.
A viral two‑year‑old TikTok star was killed in a crash. His mother released the chilling 911 call; fans and followers are mourning the loss online.
Celebrity hairstylist Kim Vo has died at 55. Details are limited; colleagues and clients will remember his influence on celebrity style and beauty trends.