Jennifer Finch, founding bassist of L7, has passed away at the age of 59. Her passing comes just five days after she publicly revealed she had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer.
L7 shared the news in a statement:
"With a very heavy heart we announce that ou...
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Rest in peace, Hal Williams. 🕊️
Hal Williams, beloved for his memorable roles in 227, Sanford and Son, and Private Benjamin, has passed away at the age of 91. Throughout a remarkable career spanning decades, he brought warmth, humor, and authenticity to every performance, earning the admiration of audiences across generations. His contributions to television and film helped shape countless memorable moments and left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. Though he is gone, his work and legacy will continue to live on through the characters he brought to life. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Marla Gibbs, Regina King and Jackée Harry are remembering Hal Williams not just as a beloved actor, but as a mentor, friend and the kind of TV father who helped redefine Black fatherhood on screen.
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Marla Gibbs shares an emotional farewell to the late Hal Williams, who played her on-screen husband, Lester on "227" (1985)
"Even after the show ended, Hal never stopped checking on me. We talked just a couple of weeks ago, laughing and carrying on like we always did…we still call each other Mary and Lester after all the years. I never imagined it would be our last conversation."