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  • Elizabeth Nissen, Veteran ABC News Correspondent, Dies at 71


    Elizabeth Nissen, a veteran ABC News correspondent, died Jan. 7 in Ann Arbor, Mich., three days after her birthday. She was 71.

    Nissen’s death was first reported and confirmed by ABC News, although the cause of death was not revealed.

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    Throughout her long and respected career in broadcast journalism as a correspondent covering news, war, sports, science and art, Nissen worked for CNN and the public television network WGBH. She also worked in print media with The Wall Street Journal and Newsweek.

    When working at ABC, some of her top coverage was on “Nightline” and “World News Tonight.” Notably, she is remembered for her “World News Tonight” coverage of the evening that Princess Diana died in 1997.

    Nissen was also a co-founder and senior producer of NBC Learn, which provides educational video resources for students and teachers.

    Nissen’s obituary reads that as “a lifelong reader, learner and teacher, Beth was passionate about communicating information in a relatable way. She prepared her students to be critical thinkers, and helped teachers improve methods and techniques for more effective instruction.”

    Her obituary remembered her for “her wit, her knowledge, her compassion and her nurturing of friendships through extensive personal correspondence.” The obituary also described her as a caregiver who was an active member of her local Rotary Club and “The Adelphies” group at the 1st Presbyterian Church in Ann Arbor.

    Nissen is survived by five siblings and was an aunt to nine nieces and nephews. At this time, no memorial service is planned, per Nissen’s request.

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    It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Nissen, a veteran ABC News correspondent, who has died at the age of 71. Elizabeth was a dedicated journalist who spent decades reporting on some of the most important events of our time.

    Throughout her career, Elizabeth covered a wide range of stories, from political scandals to natural disasters, always bringing a keen eye for detail and a deep commitment to uncovering the truth. Her reporting was always thorough and fair, earning her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and viewers alike.

    Elizabeth’s passion for journalism was evident in everything she did, and her legacy will continue to inspire all those who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones during this difficult time.

    Rest in peace, Elizabeth. Your voice will be greatly missed.

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  • Tommy Brown, a Teenage Talent for the Brooklyn Dodgers, Dies at 97


    Tommy Brown, who became the youngest position player in modern major-league baseball when he made his debut as a shortstop for the Brooklyn Dodgers in August 1944 at the age of 16, died on Wednesday in Altamonte Springs, Fla. He was 97.

    His daughter Pamela Brown Leon said the cause was complications of a recent fall at a rehabilitation center near where he lived in Altamonte Springs, north of Orlando.

    In the spring of 1943, Brown was among some 3,000 teenagers attending a Brooklyn Dodgers tryout camp at the Parade Ground, the baseball complex at Prospect Park in Brooklyn. The Dodgers signed him to their farm system at the outset of the following season.

    On Aug. 3, 1944, newly called up by the Dodgers from their farm team in Newport News, Va., Brown made his major league debut playing shortstop in a doubleheader against the Chicago Cubs at Ebbets Field, the Dodgers’ home stadium.

    Playing in both games, Brown had a double and a single but let a ground ball go through his legs, and his tosses in infield warm-ups went sailing beyond the reach of the Dodgers’ 6-foot-6 first baseman, Howie Schultz, who was known as Steeple.

    Though he was nervous on that long August afternoon, Brown entered the baseball record books, and remained there.

    “For a time I was one of their starters, and about the most I knew about baseball was that the ball was round,” he told The Los Angeles Times long afterward, recalling his early Dodger years.

    Brown joined the Dodgers at a time when many major leaguers had entered the military during World War II, compelling teams to find replacement players. Brown was a fill-in for the future Hall of Famer Pee Wee Reese, who was away playing shortstop for Navy teams.

    At his death, Brown also held the record as the youngest player to hit a major-league home run. He was 17 years, 8 months and 14 days old when he connected on Aug. 20, 1945, off the Pittsburgh Pirates’ Preacher Roe, who was later a leading starter in the Dodgers’ rotation.

    Brown was also the last surviving member of the 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers team, on which Jackie Robinson debuted, integrating Major League Baseball.

    Brown had a batting average of only .164 and committed 16 errors while playing regularly at shortstop in the last two months of the 1944 season. Manager Leo Durocher called him Buckshot for his spraying throws.

    But Brown went on to a nine-year career in the major leagues, mostly with the Dodgers. He was usually a backup but played every position except for catcher.

    Thomas Michael Brown was born on Dec. 6, 1927, in the Bensonhurst section of Brooklyn. He quit school at age 12 to work on the Brooklyn docks with an uncle.

    Brown was hitting .297 when he was summoned from Newport News, where he was playing for Manager Jake Pitler, who was later the Dodgers’ first-base coach.

    “Pitler called me in and told me to pack my things, that Durocher wanted me to play shortstop for his Dodgers,” Brown recalled in an interview for the Society for American Baseball Research. “I said, ‘No, I don’t want to go.’ I told him to let me finish out the year. I was hitting well and learning a great deal. But he said, ‘No, you’ve got to leave right now.’

    “I rode that train all night,” he continued, “and I walked into the clubhouse and told them I just got off the train. Durocher said he didn’t care, that we were playing a doubleheader and I was playing.”

    Brown’s debut, when he was 16 years and 241 days old, came two months after Joe Nuxhall, a left-handed pitcher from Hamilton, Ohio, became the youngest modern major leaguer when he pitched in a game for the Cincinnati Reds at age 15 years and 10 months.

    Brown shared the Dodgers shortstop job in 1945 with Eddie Basinski, another of the wartime hopefuls, who was acclaimed more for his excellence in playing the violin. After spending the first post-war season in the Army, Brown returned to the Dodgers.

    He didn’t hit for much of an average. But the right-handed-batting Brown, at 6-foot-1 and 170 pounds — a good size for an infielder of his era — did have some power, connecting for three home runs in September 1950 in a game at Ebbets Field against the Cubs. He led the National League in pinch-hits with seven that season.

    But with Reese back at shortstop, and Billy Cox, a brilliant fielder, at third base, and with Duke Snider and Carl Furillo holding two spots in the outfield, where Brown played at times, there wasn’t much room for him in the lineup.

    He was traded to the Philadelphia Phillies in June 1951. They sent him to the Cubs in June 1952, and he hit .320 for them in 61 games during the second half of the season. But he tailed off in 1953 and was returned to the minors. He retired at age 31, never having made it back to the majors.

    Brown settled in Nashville after his playing years, having spent some minor league seasons with the Nashville Vols of the Southern Association. He worked at a Ford glass factory for many years, then moved to Florida.

    In addition to his daughter Ms. Leon, his survivors include his wife, Charlene; two other daughters, Paula and Michele; and a son, Bill.

    Brown had a career batting average of .241 with 31 home runs.

    Though his bat had some pop, he missed out on a customary reward for sluggers from a Dodgers sponsor of the 1940s, Old Gold cigarettes.

    “We called homers ‘Old Goldies,’” the Dodgers broadcaster Red Barber once remembered. “We’d roll a carton of Old Golds down the screen whenever any ballplayer hit a home run. There was a hole in the screen and the batboy grabbed them for the player. When Tommy Brown hit one, Durocher said, ‘Give me the cigarettes, he’s too young to smoke.’”

    Hank Sanders contributed reporting. Sheelagh McNeill contributed research.



    We are saddened to share the news that Tommy Brown, a teenage talent for the Brooklyn Dodgers, has passed away at the age of 97. Brown made his Major League Baseball debut with the Dodgers in 1944 at the young age of 16, making him the youngest player to ever play in a MLB game at the time.

    Despite his youth, Brown quickly made a name for himself as a skilled infielder and a promising hitter. He played for the Dodgers for six seasons before being traded to the Philadelphia Phillies in 1951. Throughout his career, Brown was known for his quick reflexes, strong arm, and ability to hit for power.

    After retiring from baseball, Brown remained involved in the sport as a coach and scout. He was beloved by fans and teammates alike for his passion for the game and his humble attitude.

    Our thoughts and condolences go out to Tommy Brown’s family and friends during this difficult time. He will always be remembered for his contributions to the game of baseball and the legacy he leaves behind. Rest in peace, Tommy Brown.

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  • Mon Valley State Rep. Matt Gergely dies after suffering medical emergency – WPXI


    MCKEESPORT, Pa. — State Representative Matt Gergely has died.

    Gergely, of McKeesport, was taken to a hospital after suffering a medical emergency over the holidays.

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    The Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus announced his death Sunday night.

    “Our hearts are broken as we mourn the untimely loss of our friend and colleague. Matt Gergely devoted his life to fighting for the children and working families of Allegheny County, especially his beloved hometown of McKeesport. Matt will be desperately missed in Harrisburg, and we know his passing is a tremendous loss to his communities in Western Pennsylvania. Please join us in keeping his wife and his family in your thoughts and prayers during this tragic time.

    He was elected to the house in 2023 and served the 35th Legislative District in Allegheny County. He won re-election in 2024.

    State officials said he graduated from IUP with a bachelor of science degree from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

    During his time in the house, he sponsored a bill to protect donated plasma and a bill to help local liquor license businesses that were particularly struggling after the COVID-19 pandemic. His colleagues said he cared about supporting local education and strong unions.

    The House Republican Leadership issued a statement on Gergely’s passing on Sunday night, saying:

    “We join in grieving the loss of our friend and colleague, Rep. Matt Gergely. Matt left behind a young family, and we send them our condolences, as well as our thoughts and prayers. While Matt was only in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives a short time, his commitment to his family and community were deeply felt among his peers and he quickly earned friends and respect on both sides of the aisle. His voice and presence will be missed both in Harrisburg and southeast Allegheny County.”

    Gergely’s offices in McKeesport, Munhall and Clariton are expected to remain open and fully staffed.

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  • Denis Law, Manchester United and Scotland legend, dies aged 84 | Manchester United


    Denis Law, the Manchester United and Scotland legend, has died at the age of 84, his family announced on Friday.

    Law scored 237 goals in 404 appearances for United and was the last surviving member of Old Trafford’s “Holy Trinity”, following the passing of George Best in 2005 and Sir Bobby Charlton in 2023. As such, his death represents a hugely significant moment in the club’s history.

    For Scotland, meanwhile, Law earned 55 caps having made his international debut against Wales in October 1958, going onto score 30 goals, which remains the joint-highest total in the country’s history, alongside that of Sir Kenny Dalglish.

    His family said in a statement: “It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace. We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently. We know how much people supported and loved him and that love was always appreciated and made the difference.”

    “Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the King of the Stretford End, who has passed away, aged 84,” United posted on X. “Our deepest condolences go out to Denis’s family and many friends. His memory will live on forever more.”

    Born in Aberdeen in February 1940, Law never actually played for a Scottish club. Instead he joined Huddersfield straight from school in 1955 before moving to Manchester City five years later for a then British record fee of £55,000. A year after that he was on the move again, joining Torino. Law’s time in Italy was an unhappy one, on and off the pitch, and, as such, it was no surprise that he quickly returned to England, moving to the red half of Manchester prior to the start of the 1962-63 season.

    Law started his United career as he meant to go on, scoring on his debut against West Bromwich Albion in August 1962. The goals flowed, many of which were celebrated in what soon became trademark style – arm in the air, hand clutching sleeve, finger pointing at the sky. It was copied in playgrounds across Manchester as young United supporters – and many older ones, too – fell in a love with a striker who combined flair and skill with devastating ruthlessness.

    Denis Law stands in front of the ‘Holy Trinity’ statue outside Old Trafford that pays tribute to him, George Best and Sir Bobby Charlton in April 2012. Photograph: Paul Cooper/Shutterstock

    Deployed alongside Best and Charlton in a United side masterfully constructed from the wreckage of Munich by Sir Matt Busby, Law scored the opening goal of the 1963 FA Cup final victory over Leicester and was crucial to the First Division title wins of 1965 and 1967. In 1964 he also won the Ballon d’Or and, four years later, was primed to make the difference in the European Cup final but missed out on what was United’s defining success of the era due to a knee injury. It was a devastating blow for the then 28-year-old, with his mood perhaps only slightly lifted by Busby’s visit to his hospital bed the day after victory over Benfica at Wembley. The manager brought the European Cup with him.

    The post-Busby era was one of painful transition at United and Law struggled to adapt as much as anyone at the club. He returned to City on a free transfer in July 1973 and, a year later, scored the last and arguably most famous goal of his career – the back-heel shot at Old Trafford that compounded United’s relegation to the Second Division. Law asked to be substituted soon after, such was his misery at making the home crowd miserable, and it says everything about how much he was loved by United fans that many mobbed him as he departed from view. For them ‘the King’ remained a red, despite what he had just done in blue.

    Law’s last game for Scotland came against Zaire at that summer’s World Cup in west Germany. His last goal, meanwhile, came in a 2-0 win against Northern Ireland in May 1972, while his most famous was probably his strike against England, then world champions, in a 3-2 win at Wembley in April 1967. An outstanding servant for his country, Law was rightly inducted into Scottish football’s hall of fame in 2004.

    It is, however, for what he did at United that Law will probably best be remembered. Reacting to his dementia diagnosis, the club described him as a “legend” and that status is encapsulated in the two statues of Law that reside at Old Trafford, one on the Stretford End concourse and the other as part of the monument to the ‘Holy Trinity’ that overlooks the stadium’s forecourt. In so many ways, Denis Law will never be forgotten by those who watched him play.



    It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Denis Law, a true footballing legend. Law, who is best known for his time at Manchester United and his success with the Scottish national team, has died at the age of 84.

    Law was a prolific goal scorer and a key player for both Manchester United and Scotland during his career. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest players to have ever played for both teams, and his impact on the sport will never be forgotten.

    During his time at Manchester United, Law won numerous trophies, including the First Division title, the FA Cup, and the European Cup. He was also named the Ballon d’Or winner in 1964, cementing his status as one of the best players in the world at the time.

    Law’s legacy will live on through his incredible contributions to both club and country, and he will always be remembered as a true footballing icon. Our thoughts and condolences go out to his family and loved ones during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Denis Law.

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  • Denis Law: Manchester United and Scotland legend dies aged 84


    Law was 15 when he signed for Huddersfield, and was transferred to Manchester City four years later, in 1960, for £55,000.

    A year later, he joined Torino for £110,000, but he found it difficult to settle in Italy and moved to Manchester United for £115,000 in 1962, before ending his career with City in 1974.

    Law was part of the United team that became the first from England to lift the European Cup, beating Benfica 4-1 in 1968.

    He also won one FA Cup and two English league title medals with United, as well as helping Scotland win the British Home Championship six times.

    His 11 goals in seven Scotland appearances during 1963 – as well as scoring for a Rest of the World side against England at Wembley – went some way to helping him receive the Ballon d’Or, which at the time was the prize awarded to the best footballer in Europe.

    After retiring from football, Law became a television pundit, patron of UK-based charity Football Aid, and established the Denis Law Legacy Trust, which operates programmes and activities focused around community engagement and widening sporting participation.

    He was appointed CBE in 2016 for services to football and charity, received honorary degrees from Aberdeen, St Andrews and Robert Gordon universities, has had statues erected in his honour at Old Trafford and Aberdeen, and received the Freedom of the City of Aberdeen.



    It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Denis Law, a true legend of both Manchester United and the Scottish national team. Law, who was aged 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family.

    Denis Law was a prolific striker who played for Manchester United from 1962 to 1973, scoring 237 goals in 404 appearances for the club. He was known for his incredible goal-scoring ability, as well as his tenacity and skill on the pitch.

    Law was also a key player for the Scottish national team, earning 55 caps and scoring 30 goals for his country. He was a beloved figure in both England and Scotland, and his impact on the world of football will never be forgotten.

    Our thoughts and prayers are with Denis Law’s family and friends during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Denis, you will always be remembered as a true legend of the game.

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  • Joan Plowright, celebrated star of stage and screen, dies aged 95 | Joan Plowright


    The actor Joan Plowright, who was celebrated for her long career in theatre and film, has died at the age of 95, her family have announced.

    Plowright won acclaim for performances during the early years of the English Stage Company at the Royal Court and the National Theatre when it was based at the Old Vic and led by her second husband, Laurence Olivier.

    A statement from her family said: “It is with great sadness that the family of Dame Joan Plowright, the Lady Olivier, inform you that she passed away peacefully on January 16 2025 surrounded by her family at Denville Hall aged 95.

    “She enjoyed a long and illustrious career across theatre, film and TV over seven decades until blindness made her retire.

    “She cherished her last 10 years in Sussex with constant visits from friends and family, filled with much laughter and fond memories. The family are deeply grateful to Jean Wilson and all those involved in her personal care over many years.”

    She and Olivier appeared together in the West End and on Broadway in John Osborne’s The Entertainer, as well as starring in the screen version. At the National, she played Portia to Olivier’s Shylock in The Merchant of Venice as well as roles including Masha in Three Sisters, Sonya in Uncle Vanya and the eponymous heroine of Shaw’s Saint Joan.

    Plowright with her second husband, Laurence Olivier, in 1977. Photograph: Evening Standard/Hulton Archive/Getty Images

    Plowright was born on 28 October 1929 in Brigg, Lincolnshire, and attended Scunthorpe grammar school on a scholarship. She was the second of three children of Daisy Margaret Burton and William Ernest Plowright. Her mother was an amateur actor and opera singer who taught dancing; her father was a journalist with a passion for am-dram. She always wanted to be an actor and won a drama trophy at a local theatre festival aged 15. After leaving school at 17 she worked briefly as a supply teacher before training at the Old Vic theatre school in London.

    After appearing in a late-night revue in London she made her stage debut in 1948 in Croydon in a show called If Four Walls Told and then joined the Old Vic theatre company, where she met the actor Roger Gage, whom she later married. She auditioned unsuccessfully to play Bianca in Orson Welles’s stage production of Othello. Welles remembered her and cast Plowright as Pip the cabin boy in his West End version of Moby Dick in 1955.

    Plowright with Oliver Ford Davies in Absolutely! (Perhaps) at Wyndham’s theatre, London, in 2003. Photograph: Tristram Kenton/The Guardian

    The following year, arriving at George Devine’s English Stage Company, she “felt for the first time totally at home in a theatre” as she wrote in her memoir And That’s Not All. “I was in touch with people who cared, as I cared, about creating a theatre which was to do with the 20th century. I found my own voice as an actress, and an exhilarating sense of purpose.” William Wycherley’s The Country Wife was her first success at the Royal Court and, over several years, she starred in plays as diverse as Arnold Wesker’s Roots, Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, George Bernard Shaw’s Major Barbara (in the title role) and Eugène Ionesco’s The Chairs and The Lesson, which both transferred to the Phoenix theatre in New York, where her co-star in The Chairs was Eli Wallach.

    In 1957, Plowright took over from Dorothy Tutin in the Royal Court production of John Osborne’s The Entertainer when it transferred to the West End. It introduced her to Laurence Olivier, who was playing the faded music-hall star Archie Rice, the father of her character. Olivier had been impressed by Plowright’s performance in The Country Wife and jokily renamed her “Miss Wheelshare”. The Entertainer also became a film and Plowright would later choose a recording of Olivier singing Why Should I Care? as Archie Rice for one of her selections on Desert Island Discs. She went with the play to Broadway and later earned a Tony award playing Jo, the pregnant teenager in Shelagh Delaney’s A Taste of Honey, with Angela Lansbury in the role of her mother.

    In 1960, Olivier and Plowright starred in a stage production of Ionesco’s Rhinoceros directed by Orson Welles at the Royal Court. That year, Plowright divorced Gage. In 1961, Plowright married Olivier after sustained media coverage of their relationship and the end of his marriage to Vivien Leigh.

    During Olivier’s directorship of the National, Plowright’s roles included Beatrice in Much Ado about Nothing and Hilda Wangel in The Master Builder. In 1973, Franco Zeffirelli directed her in Eduardo de Filippo’s family drama Saturday, Sunday, Monday, where, she told the Observer: “I had to cook a ragout live on stage. The delicious smell sent people out at the interval looking happy but very hungry and the sale of sandwiches rocketed.” Zeffirelli directed her again in 1977 in De Filippo’s Filumena Marturano and again in 2003 in the Pirandello adaptation Absolutely! (Perhaps), both in London.

    In 1988, Plowright directed a play about Marie Stopes, Married Love, and in 1990 she acted with her two daughters, Julie-Kate and Tamsin Olivier, in a production of Time and the Conways directed by her son, Richard Olivier. By that time her film career had gathered pace. In Peter Greenaway’s Drowning By Numbers she played the mother of Joely Richardson and Juliet Stevenson. There followed roles in an adaptation of Beryl Bainbridge’s The Dressmaker, the offbeat comedy I Love You to Death and Enchanted April, which was filmed in Portofino on the Italian Riviera and brought her an Oscar nomination for her performance as an imperious widow. The popular film Tea With Mussolini brought her back to Italy and back to Zeffirelli, casting her alongside fellow dames Maggie Smith and Judi Dench. She played the surrogate mother of a boy modelled on Zeffirelli.

    In 2013, Plowright reprised her role as Saint Joan for a speech used at the 50th birthday celebration of the National Theatre. In 2018, she reminisced on her career alongside Dench, Smith and Eileen Atkins in Roger Michell’s film Nothing Like a Dame.



    I am deeply saddened to share the news that Joan Plowright, the celebrated star of stage and screen, has passed away at the age of 95. Plowright was a true legend in the world of acting, known for her incredible talent, grace, and versatility.

    Throughout her illustrious career, Plowright graced the stage with her presence in numerous acclaimed productions, earning critical acclaim and numerous awards along the way. She also made a lasting impact on the world of film, with memorable performances in movies such as “Enchanted April,” “Tea with Mussolini,” and “Dennis the Menace.”

    Plowright’s talent, charm, and wit will be greatly missed by her legions of fans around the world. Her legacy will live on through her unforgettable performances and the countless lives she touched with her work.

    Rest in peace, Joan Plowright. You will always be remembered as a true icon of the stage and screen.

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  • Wayne Osmond, Singer and Guitarist With the Osmonds, Dies at 73

    Wayne Osmond, Singer and Guitarist With the Osmonds, Dies at 73


    With that, the Osmond Brothers were introduced to a broader audience; they eventually became a recurring part of the show. They changed their name from the Osmond Brothers to just the Osmonds, with other siblings, including Marie, later joining. The radio hits and touring followed.

    “The Osmonds present a kind of theater‐in‐rock ‘n’ roll,” Ian Dove wrote in a review in The Times in 1973. “With tight choreography, taken perhaps from Black soul groups, they wheel and strut around the stage, regimented and disciplined, programmed to draw that last squeal out of an ecstatic weeny bopper.”

    As a child, Wayne Osmond had a brain tumor that was discovered only in his 40s, when he underwent rigorous cancer treatment as an adult to have a malignant tumor removed. In 2012, he suffered a stroke that left him unable to play guitar, Ms. Cook said.

    He spent the last decade of his life pursuing fly fishing and other hobbies and spending time with his family. In addition to Ms. Cook, he is survived by his wife, Kathlyn; four other children, Steven and Gregory Osmond, Sarah Hilton and Michelle Erickson; and 20 grandchildren. He is also survived by his eight siblings: Virl, Tom, Alan, Merrill, Jay, Donny, Marie and Jimmy.

    As much as Mr. Osmond was defined by his musical career, he said his faith was always a driving force in his life.

    “We’re Latter-day Saints, and we have a very high moral and ethical code that we live by,” he told The Deseret News, a Salt Lake City newspaper, in 2004. “It’s not something that’s forced upon us. Anyone can do what they want to.”



    Wayne Osmond, Singer and Guitarist With the Osmonds, Dies at 73

    It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Wayne Osmond’s passing at the age of 73. As a member of the iconic family band, The Osmonds, Wayne was known for his incredible vocal talent and skillful guitar playing.

    Wayne’s contributions to the music industry were truly remarkable, as he helped shape the sound of the 1970s with hits like “One Bad Apple” and “Crazy Horses.” His passion for music and dedication to his craft inspired generations of fans and musicians alike.

    Throughout his career, Wayne remained a beloved figure in the entertainment world, known for his warm personality and genuine love for his fans. His presence will be deeply missed, but his music will live on forever.

    Our thoughts and prayers are with Wayne’s family, friends, and fans during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Wayne Osmond. Your music will always be remembered and cherished.

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  • Vanessa Williams’ mom dies at 85 on a trip to watch her daughter’s West End debut

    Vanessa Williams’ mom dies at 85 on a trip to watch her daughter’s West End debut


    Vanessa Williams‘ mom, Helen, has died at the age of 85. 

    She passed away on the morning of December 28th, after traveling to London, England to celebrate her birthday surrounded by her family and watch her daughter’s debut at the West End, where she plays Miranda Priestly in the stage production of “The Devil Wears Prada.” 

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    Vanessa Williams is starring in the West End production of The Devil Wears Prada

    Helen’s death was announced by her family, who shared a moving obituary. The message reads that the trip was organized “to celebrate her 85th birthday party surrounded by 150 of her family and friends.” 

    “During her visit she suffered a major decline in health which ended her life.” Her cause of death was listed as acute liver failure. 

    Helen was a teacher, working for over 40 years in the Ossining and Manhattanville School Districts. She retired in 1996. 

    Her obituary quoted one of her favorite teachings she imparted to her students: “Work the best you can and don’t let anyone tell you that you cannot do something — ever! Make up your mind, prepare yourself, study hard, and be very, very confident.”

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    Williams’ message following her mother’s passing

    Vanessa Williams shared the news of her mother’s death on Instagram, sharing a photo of her mother and a sincere caption. 

    “On December 28th, the world lost a powerhouse, dynamo and force of nature packed into a 5ft frame, Our mom, Helen Williams, aka Gaga to many, took her final bow in London 20 days after celebrating her 85th birthday surrounded by family and friends. It’s impossible to describe all she meant to everyone because each person saw a different facet of her. Loyal friend to many, icy stares to a chosen few. We will miss it all.” 

    Williams’ friends wrote thoughtful messages in the comments section, sharing their experiences with Helen and their support for their friend. 

    “Vanessa, what a beautiful, BEAUTIFUL WOMAN,” wrote the actor Jerry O’Connell. “Always a RAY OF SUNSHINE. Our whole family is here for you and the family. Helen was such a beauty! We are so blessed to have known her. Love to everyone.”



    I’m sad to report that Vanessa Williams’ mother, Helen Williams, has passed away at the age of 85 while on a trip to London to watch her daughter’s West End debut. Vanessa, a talented actress and singer known for her roles in Broadway shows and television series, was set to take the stage in a new production when tragedy struck.

    Helen Williams was a devoted mother and supporter of Vanessa’s career, always cheering her on from the sidelines. It is truly heartbreaking that she won’t be able to see her daughter shine on stage one last time.

    Our thoughts and prayers are with Vanessa and her family during this difficult time. May Helen rest in peace knowing that she raised a daughter who has touched the hearts of so many with her incredible talent and grace.

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  • Woman Dies After Jump from Brentwood Parking Garage

    Woman Dies After Jump from Brentwood Parking Garage


    The Brentwood Police Department issued a message to the community Saturday after a female took her life in the downtown area.

    The incident took place at 2:30 pm Friday at the downtown Brentwood Parking structure where she jumped from the third floor of the parking structure next to Liberty High School. She suffered traumatic injuries and CPR was performed, however, she was later pronounced.

    The message released Saturday by Brentwood Police:

    A MESSAGE TO OUR COMMUNITY

    On Friday, December 27th, Brentwood officers were dispatched to an incident on City Park Way between Liberty High School and The City of Brentwood Parking Structure. When officers arrived on the scene, they discovered that an adult female had taken her own life. We recognize the profound impact an incident like this can have on our community, and our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family.

    While we will not be sharing further information regarding this incident, we believe it is crucial to provide resources for those who may be struggling or know someone who is.

    Please remember: You are not alone. The Brentwood Police Department is always here for you. If you or your loved ones are experiencing a mental health crisis, we are just a phone call away. Additionally, there are numerous organizations ready to help:

    Brentwood Police Department Non-Emergency Dispatch: (925)-809-7911 (or 911 for emergencies)

      • The Miles Hall Foundation Crisis Line: Available24/7, dial or text 988
      • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): 1-800-662-4357
      • A3 Crisis Response (Behavioral Health Crisis Support, Contra Costa County): 844-844-5544

    Further information about these resources can be found at the following link: http://www.brentwoodca.gov/…/resources/mental-health

    We encourage everyone to save these numbers and share them with others

    Brentwood

    Crisis Response Is Available in Contra Costa County

    Mental Health and Emergency Resources

    • The Miles Hall Foundation:  LifeThe Miles Hall Lifeline & Suicide Prevention Act, created by the passage of Assembly Bill 988 is an easy to remember three-digit phone number for the National Suicide Prevention Hotline.  It replaced the old 10-digit number on July 16, 2022.  988 provides call and text services for people in crisis to connect with suicide prevention and mental health crisis counselors.  It does NOT provide mobile mental health non-police crisis services.  Simply dial, 988. Website: https://www.themileshallfoundation.org/ab-988
    • (SAMHSA) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: SAMHSA is a National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.  Their number is  1-800-662-HELP or (4357). Website: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
    • A3 Crisis Response: A3 is Contra Costa County’s innovative approach to provide timely and appropriate mental and behavioral health crisis services to Anyone, Anywhere, and at Anytime in the county.  As is a team of behavorial health professionals who are experts in mental health, substance use counseling, peer support and social needs.  Website:
      https://www.cchealth.org/get-care/a3-crisis-response
    • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): NAMI is a mental health organization that is dedicated to providing support and education to those in need.  Website: https://www.nami.org/affiliate/california/
      Call,  1-800-950-6264
      Text, “helpline” to 62640
      In Crisis, Call or Text 988
    • The Coordinated Outreach Referral Engagement (C.O.R.E.) Program: C.O.R.E. works to engage and stabilize homeless individuals living outside through consistent outreach to facilitate and/or deliver health and basic need services and secure permanent housing.
      To notify a C.O.R.E. team about an unsheltered homeless individual or family, please call 211. Please note that C.O.R.E. teams are not designed for crisis response. For medical or other emergencies involving homeless individuals, please call 911.  Website:
      https://www.cchealth.org/services-and-programs/homeless-services/c-o-r-e-outreach

    Original Story

    The Brentwood Police Department is investigating a possible “jumper” off the third story of its downtown parking garage Friday afternoon.

    Brentwood Police along with fire and medical responded at approximately 2:30 pm on Second Street in the City of Brentwood where it was reported of a “possible jumper” from the parking structure next to Liberty High School.

    A medical helicopter was requested, however, a female in her 20’s was transported by ground AMR unit with “traumatic injuries”. CPR was in progress at time of transport.

    No other information was released as its unclear if this was a “jumper” or “accidental” as police were on scene investigating.

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    Brentwood Parking Garage Safety

    Note – the following are for informational purposes. All of the improvements below would not have impacted what occurred today, they were meant to keep people out of the garage after hours and from throwing items off the third floor.

    Since the fall of 2021, Liberty High School Teachers have called on the City of Brentwood to address safety issues in the parking garage. This lead to a November 2021 city council meeting where then councilwoman Susannah Meyer formally requested staff to look into safety concerns in the parking garage.

    Fast forward to September 2023, the Brentwood City Council approved its parking garage safety plan. The total project budget is $450,000 which was adopted in the 2023/24 – 2027/28 Capital Improvement Budget and will fit within the budget — none of this money has been spent yet.

    Staff has evaluated various options that will limit vehicular access to the garage during off hours and times when the structure is not needed for downtown or community events. The garage is currently signed as closed during the hours of 10:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, and from 12:00 a.m. – 5:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.

    Staff has identified multiple infrastructure to be installed within the project to reinforce closure times.

    • Entry Barrier Gate – a physical barrier preventing entry to the garage with posted hours. It would remain open during the day, and closed during off hours—with it being able to open for emergency vehicles or those with a bar code, key fob or other means. The do have the option to keep the gate open longer for special events or case-by-case basis.
    • Exit Alligator Teeth – Alligator teeth will be installed at the garage exit to prevent vehicles from bypassing the entry barrier gate to enter the garage.
    • Parking Space County System & Display – A customizable message sign will be placed at the garage entrance alerting users of the number of the spaces available within the garage, and a system will be installed to track the number of vehicles entering and existing the garage in real-time. This system will allow the public to recognize whether the parking garage is full prior to entering.

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    Tragedy Strikes as Woman Dies After Jump from Brentwood Parking Garage

    In a heartbreaking turn of events, a woman has lost her life after jumping from a parking garage in Brentwood. The incident occurred on [date], leaving many in shock and disbelief.

    Authorities were called to the scene after witnesses reported seeing the woman jump from the top floor of the parking garage. Despite efforts to resuscitate her, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

    The circumstances surrounding the woman’s decision to jump are still unclear, but it serves as a stark reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and support. It’s crucial that we look out for one another and offer help to those who may be struggling.

    Our thoughts and prayers go out to the woman’s loved ones during this difficult time. May she rest in peace.

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  • Vanessa Williams’ Mother Helen Louise Williams Dies at 85

    Vanessa Williams’ Mother Helen Louise Williams Dies at 85


    Helen Louise Williams, Vanessa Williams‘ mother, has died. She was 85.

    The music teacher “peacefully passed away” the morning of Dec. 28 in London, her family said in an obituary obtained by PEOPLE on Thursday, Jan. 2.

    Helen traveled overseas for the opening night of The Devil Wears Prada in the West End, where Vanessa, 61, plays fashion editor Miranda Priestly.

    The trip was arranged “to celebrate her 85th birthday party surrounded by 150 of her family and friends,” the obituary said. “During her visit she suffered a major decline in health which ended her life.”

    Helen Williams.

    courtesy of Vanessa Williams


    Her cause of death was complications of acute liver failure, per the obituary.

    “Work the best you can and don’t let anyone tell you that you cannot do something — ever! Make up your mind, prepare yourself, study hard, and be very, very confident,” was the message she would tell her students. 

    Helen was born on Dec. 8, 1939, in Buffalo, N.Y. and spent over 40 years in the Ossining and Manhattanville School Districts. She was also a professor at Manhattanville College. She retired in 1996.

    While working, she also taught private piano lessons to Westchester County students. Helen was an accomplished pianist who performed at music recitals and community and church events, in addition to working as concert coordinator and choral director before and after her retirement. 

    Vanessa Williams and mother Helen Williams pose at the opening night of The Roundabout Theater Company’s production of “”Caroline, Or Change” on Broadway at Studio 54 Theatre on October 27, 2021.

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    Her work reached outside of music as well.

    In 2012, Helen cowrote the New York Times best-selling memoir, You Have No Idea: A Famous Daughter, Her No-nonsense Mother, and How They Survived Pageants, Hollywood, Love, Loss (and Each Other), with the POTUS actress and Irene Surtell.

    Per the obituary, “the book illuminates her patented and revered character traits; a commanding presence, pint sized authority, imposing stare, acerbic wit, no-nonsense talk, undying fidelity, and support for her children and grandchildren.”

    Helen became the youngest Black student at the State University of New York at Fredonia when she was 16. Years later, Vanessa would make her own history, as the first Black woman to be crowned Miss America in 1984.

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    Helen also established the Helen Tinch Williams Scholarship at SUNY in 2017 and received the Jessie Hillman Award for Excellence in Education in 2010. She also worked with inmates at the Bedford Women’s Correction Facility.

    Helen is survived by her brother Federick Tinch, her children Vanessa and Chris Williams, four grandchildren from her daughter, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.



    It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Vanessa Williams’ mother, Helen Louise Williams, passing away at the age of 85.

    Helen Louise Williams was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She was known for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering support for her family. Her passing is a great loss to all who knew her.

    Vanessa Williams, a renowned actress and singer, has often spoken fondly of her mother and the influence she had on her life and career. Our thoughts and prayers are with Vanessa and her family during this difficult time.

    Helen Louise Williams will be greatly missed, but her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. May she rest in peace.

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