ESPN reporter Pedro Gomez has died at 58 | CNN He was 42. The cause of his death is unclear. "We are devastated to announce the passing of our beloved Virgil Abloh, a fiercely devoted father, husband, son, brother, and friend," the Off-White designer's family said Sunday in a statement shared on Abloh's Instagram page. Long's former bandmates Valli, 86, and Bob Gaudio, 78, confirmed the news in a statement they jointly shared on Facebook. JD was the man. We need to educate coaches to keep head trauma out of the game. Stage 4 is the most advanced stage of CTE, showing the kind of damage that often causes cognitive and behavioral issues in those exposed to repetitive head trauma. ESPN reporter Edward Aschoff dies at age 34 - CNN He also took over hosting duties from Berman for the NFL draft. NBA legend Mark Eaton died on May 29, 2021, at age 64. Moore captured the heart of the global public in April 2020, when he set out to walk 100 laps around his garden with the aid of a walker weeks before his 100th birthday to raise funds for the U.K.'s National Health Service. On Monday, longtime anchor Kenny Mayne, who connected with fans and subjects in a novel manner through his Mayne Event, NFL Countdown feature, announced he was leaving the network. The writer died in a hospital in New York City as a result of cancer, her daughter Anne confirmed to The New York Times and The Washington Post. 4 min read. By Wilson Wong. "She was great at defying expectation. Now: Radio host on SiriusXM; play-by-play for Philadelphia Soul, Then: ESPN.com NBA analyst Brazilian soccer legend Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known mononymously as Pel, passed away on December 29, 2022, after a battle with colon cancer.He was 82. He always had a camera around his neck, documenting a community event, capturing a social injustice for the record and even correcting the social injustice of an historical event that took place well over a century ago. "The family of Eric Wayne McClure, former NASCAR driver, announces with great sorrow his passing on Sunday," his family said in a statement, according to the Associated Press. We were all better off for knowing him personally and professionally. The actor additionally landed roles in other prominent shows, including Days of Our Lives, Generations, The Mary Tyler Moore Show and Seinfeld, and appeared in films such as The Hiding Place (1975) and The Return of Superfly (1990). Now: Golf analyst for CBS (where she has been since before ESPN layoffs), Then: ESPN NFL reporter The Oscar-nominated filmmaker passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Dec. 26 at his cabin outside Quebec City, PEOPLE confirmed at the time. Midwin Charles, a prominent defense attorney best known as a legal analyst for CNN and MSNBC, died Tuesday, her family announced. 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. He also served as co-moderator of Meet the Press. He was 58. He later wrote and produced the artist's hit, "I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That).". Notable sports deaths in 2021 - The Detroit News Chris Nowinski, the founder of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, said that, when he met with Cross in 2018, "it was very clear" the former Eagle was suffering. Born in Hammond, Indiana, in 1939, Cross was the eighth of 15 children. 2 on the Billboard charts in 1959. 'The Supremes' will live on in our hearts.". Fox News anchor Leland Vittert, who has been with the network for more than a decade, has mysteriously parted ways with Fox News with no explanation after being off the air for months following . This last year with her has been beautiful and heartbreaking.". Cross suffered from mild cognitive impairment while he was alive, McKee said. Remembering Those Who Died in 2021 - NBC 7 San Diego The acclaimed painter, best known for his decorative pieces that brought commonplace objects and landscapes to life, died at 101. More recently, in 2011, he starred as the aging Lothario, Norman Cousins, in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and its sequel in 2015. Now: Weighing next move, Then: TrueHoop founder, writer, editor NFL star and CBS sports anchor Irv Cross had CTE brain disease : NPR The outlet added that in 2018 alone, he donated some $123 million to Republican PACs and campaigns. She was 64. Now: Seattle Seahawks sideline reporter on 710 ESPN Seattle and KIRO Radio 97.3; radio host on 710 ESPN Seattle, Then: ESPN.com columnist The Texas lawyer, who successfully argued the 1973 landmark abortion case Roe v. Wade, has died. Hogan died at his home in Maine, his family announced in The New York Times. Eric Bolling, a former co-host for the popular Fox News roundtable show "The Five" who was ousted following a report of inappropriate conduct toward former female . Freddie Coleman. His music has earned him 35 Billboard spots, including six Top 10 hits. He was 55. "Our motto was, 'extraordinary people doing ordinary things, and ordinary people doing extraordinary things.' Douglas, best known for her starring role on The Parent 'Hood has died. Solinger joined Skid Row in 1999 and replaced Sebastian Bach as the lead singer. "He was just a wonderful man," she said, "and this disease changed his life. 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. Elliot, who has been a CBS daytime anchor for about a year, had first shocked . Michael Johnson, son of TNT sportscaster Ernie "E.J." Johnson, has died, his father said . Wilson, a founding member of The Supremes, died on Feb. 8 at her home in Las Vegas, her publicist Jay Schwartz confirmed to PEOPLE. He also suffered multiple concussions throughout his professional career. Corea was a 23-time Grammy winner and 67-time nominee. The musician earned a Grammy nomination for best dance/electronic album for her critically-acclaimed 2018 debut album, Oil of Every Pearl's Un-Insides. Henry's daughter, Erin Ellwood, confirmed the death to The Hollywood Reporter and Variety. He struggled physically with his balance and was paranoid. He was 99. The Julliard alum was perhaps best known for her roles on Broadway in Neil Simon's Rumors, High Society, Accent on Youth and Present Laughter. "He slipped away peacefully on Thursday, April 29, 2021, with Charlotte, his wife, by his side.". In a written statement to CNN, Mudd's family shared a sweet tribute to him. "She's flying now, free of her body," Ellwood announced on Instagram, sharing a photo of Henry standing in front of a mural featuring outspread angel wings in Los Angeles. The burlesque legend, who was known for appearing in several Russ Meyer films, died on April 20 at age 93. He loved his family with all of his heart and we cherish the times we spent with him. Parker Meadows, Andre Lipcius homer for Tigers in speedy 4-2 win over Phillies . ESPN anchor Sage Steele is off the air after her comments on - NPR Now: MLB columnist for The Athletic; interview-show host for Stadium; MLB Network contributor, Then: ESPN.com columnist Local news outlets in the island country reported in August that Wailer was recovering from a stroke. Now: Freelance sports writer, Then: ESPN Radio host He sang on four Skid Row albums during his tenure with the group. According to ESPN, Schmitz was first diagnosed with cancer in 2017 but continued racing until 2019 despite her ongoing health issues. Big in Live and Let Die. Carle's son Rolf told The New York Times that his father died at his summer studio in Northampton, Massachusetts, of kidney failure. Creek, the lead character designer on the popular animated comedy series Bob's Burgers, died Jan. 7. Cross joined CBS in 1971, becoming the first Black network sports show anchor. Now: Floor reporter on Food Networks Iron Chef, food blogger, Then: SportsCenter correspondent He was 59. ESPNU anchor . Aaker earned a number of other acting credits before his big break in 1954, both on television and the big screen. The actor had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and had contracted COVID-19 and pneumonia, but his cause of death was not specified. She was 96. Now: Host of Get Up DC! 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. Now: Writer and editor for Purdues College of Liberal Arts; Forbes contributing writer, Then: ESPN.com columnist "They made him a stronger helmet.". She hosts her own prime time political franchise called Town Hall America with Harris Faulkner and also a daily daytime show The Faulkner Focus.A much-respected figure in the TV industry, she is the recipient of six Emmy Awards and the Amelia Earhart Pioneering Lifetime Achievement Award. He was 79. He was 42. Now: St. Louis Cardinals beat reporter for The Athletic, Then: ESPN.com NHL reporter, columnist Could the Cowboys look at a running back in first round again? He then went on to produce series like Inside American Jail, Las Vegas Jailhouse, Street Patrol and Undercover Stings. God is with you. Celebrity Deaths in 2021: Actors, Authors, Athletes, Stars Who Died in He was 91. She was 65. "My beloved sister, Olympia Dukakis, passed away this morning in New York City. A cause of death has not been released for the Christchurch native. In addition to his music, DMX also appeared in 15 films and several TV appearances. With a single look she had the ability to break your heart or make you laugh till the tears ran down your face. Paul Petersen, another former child actor, announced the news of Aaker's passing on Facebook. Now: Contributor on 103.7 The Buzz in Central Arkansas, Re-Signed with @1037TheBuzz ESPN Radio.