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Modest Mouse Drummer Jeremiah Green Dead At 45

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Modest Mouse drummer Jeremiah Green has passed away at the age of 45, the band confirmed on Sunday. His death comes just days after the group announced he had been diagnosed with cancer.

Modest Mouse frontman Isaac Brock confirmed that Green had passed in a post on Instagram.

“I don’t know a way to ease into this: Today we lost our dear friend Jeremiah,” Brock wrote. “He laid down to rest and simply faded out. I’d like to say a bunch of pretty words right now, but it just isn’t the time. These will come later, and from many people.”

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 22: Musician Jeremiah Green of Modest Mouse performs on stage at Cal Coast Credit Union Amphitheater on September 22, 2021 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Daniel Knighton/Getty Images)

“Please appreciate all the love you give, get, have given, and will get,” he further said. “Above all, Jeremiah was about love. We love you.”

Modest Mouse guitarist Simon O’Connor added in a post of his own: “Jeremiah, You are the reason I joined Modest Mouse. You are selfless, hilarious, brave, and exceptionally kind. I would look at you from across the stage and you knew when I was feeling lost and needed assurance.”

Green was a founding member of Modest Mouse back in 1993. He stayed with the group through 2003, before taking a year-long break. Green then returned in 2004 and remained with the group until his passing.

Modest Mouse released their debut album, This Is a Long Drive for Someone with Nothing to Think About, in 1996. Their biggest singles include “Float On,” “Ocean Breathes Salty,” “Dashboard,” “Missed the Boat,” and more.

He was married to Lauren Green, with whom he shares one son.

Check out the posts for Green below.

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UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar Dead At 45

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UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar has passed away at the age of 45. Bonnar reportedly died of presumed heart complications while at work. UFC president Dana White confirmed his death in a statement on Saturday.

“Stephan Bonnar was one of the most important fighters to ever compete in the Octagon,” White told UFC.com after his passing. “His fight with Forrest Griffin changed the sport forever, and he will never be forgotten. The fans loved him, related to him and he always gave them his best. He will be missed.”

LAS VEGAS, NV – JULY 06: (L-R) Forrest Griffin and Stephan Bonnar pose for photos with their UFC Hall of Fame plaques during the UFC Fan Expo Las Vegas 2013 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center on July 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Al Powers/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

Bonnar made a name for himself during the first season of The Ultimate Fighter. He took on Forrest Griffin in the final fight. It is widely considered one of the most important bouts in the sport’s history. Both fighters were inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2013.

“The UFC family is saddened by the passing of UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar. We send our sincerest condolences to his family and friends,” a post from the UFC’s social media accounts reads.

All-in-all, Bonnar competed in mixed martial arts for 13 years from 2001-14. He finished his career 15-9 in 24 bouts. During his career, he fought numerous future and former UFC champions, including Griffin, Tito Ortiz, Anderson Silva, Rashad Evans, Jon Jones, Lyoto Machida, and Mark Coleman.

Outside of fighting, Bonnar has also worked as an MMA analyst for both ESPN and Fox Sports. Additionally, he made multiple appearances with Impact Wrestling in 2019.

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Sonya Eddy, General Hospital Star, Dead At 55

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Sonya Eddy, who starred in the ABC soap opera, General Hospital, has passed away at the age of 55. The show’s executive producer, Frank Valentini, confirmed her passing in a statement on Tuesday.

“I am heartbroken about the loss of the incredible Sonya Eddy,” Valentini wrote. “I truly loved her not only as an actress but as a friend. The lights in the hub of the nurses’ station will now be a bit dimmer, but her spirit and light will live on in both the show and our set. On behalf of the entire GH cast and crew, we send our deepest sympathy to her family, friends, and fans. She will be very missed.”

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 07: Sonya Eddy attends the Premiere of Apple TV+’s “The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey” at Regency Bruin Theatre on March 07, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/FilmMagic)

ABC also confirmed Eddy’s passing in an email to Page Six: “‘General Hospital’ is sad to confirm the passing of actress Sonya Eddy, who embodied her character … the tough but compassionate, head nurse, Epiphany Johnson … and immediately became a fan favorite and beloved member of our ‘GH’ family when she joined the show in 2006.”

No details regarding her death were provided as of Tuesday afternoon. Octavia Spencer reflected on her passing in a statement on Instagram.

“My friend @sonyaeddy passed away last night. The world lost another creative angel. Her legions of @generalhospitalabc fans will miss her,” Spencer wrote. “My thoughts and prayers are with her loved ones, friends, and fans!”

In addition to her work on General Hospital, Eddy also appeared in episodes of Seinfeld, Fresh Off the Boat, Glee, and more. She also was included as a regular cast member in the spin-off, General Hospital: Night Shift.

Check out Octavia Spencer’s Instagram post below.

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Tom Browning, World Series Winner, Dead At 62

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Tom Browning, who won the 1990 World Series with the Cincinnati Reds, has died at the age of 62. The Boone County Sheriff’s Office confirmed his passing on Monday.

Officers responded to a call to Browning’s home which reported that a man was not breathing. On the scene, they discovered the retired pitcher was unresponsive on his couch. Officer and E.M.S. personnel attempted life-saving measures, but they were unsuccessful. Authorities do not suspect foul play.

1989: CINCINNATI REDS PITCHER TOM BROWNING DELIVERS A PITCH AGAINST THE DODGERS AT DODGER STADIUM IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA. MANDATORY CREDIT: STEPHEN DUNN/ALLSPORT

The Cincinnati Reds released a statement afterward mourning the loss on Tuesday.

“The entire Reds family is stunned and deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Tom Browning,” the team said. “Affectionately referred to as ‘Mr. Perfect,’ Tom was a true Red who after his playing made the Cincinnati area his home and remained heavily involved within the organization.”

They further continued: “A fan favorite, the Reds Hall of Famer touched fans’ hearts at team events, Reds Hall of Fame festivities and Reds Community Fun activities. We join Reds Country in mourning the loss of one of our all-time greats, who created so many memories and magical moments for us all. Our deepest condolences to Tom’s family during this difficult time.”

Browning joined the Reds as a ninth-round draft pick in 1982. He made his debut with the team two years later as a 24-year-old.

In addition to winning the World Series, Browning notably threw the 12th perfect game in MLB history in 1988. He was also an All-Star in 1991. He retired with the Kansas City Royals in 1995.

Following his playing career, Browning released a book titled Tom Browning’s Tales from the Reds Dugout in 2006.

Check out the Reds’ statement below.

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Master P Fires Back At Romeo Miller On IG

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Master P and his son, Romeo Miller, traded shots on Instagram over the weekend. Miller seems to have blamed the loss of his sister, Tytyana Miller, on Master P neglecting her mental health struggles.

The dispute became public when Romeo called out his father on Friday. He also shared a poem titled “The Tree of Trauma” on Saturday.

“Today was a boiling point,” Romeo wrote at the time. “I seen a man avoid his own children struggle with suicide and depression but post another man whom passed today that he doesn’t even know. Yall idols be lost. Better stop following the blind. Watch when it’s revealed.”

NEW ORLEANS, LA – JUNE 29: Rapper Master P at 2017 Essence Festival – Celebrity Charity Basketball Game at Xavier University Convocation Center on June 29, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

On Sunday, Master P fired back, revealing that he hasn’t spoken to his son in months.

“This new generation of kids need to stop blaming their parents for everything. How do they think they got to where they are without their parents making sacrifices for them?” Master P wrote. “Mental illness is real and so many families are tragically affected by it especially when there is added trauma like death of a loved on.”

“Son, I love you. Stop trying to get people to feel sorry for you. And let’s come up with a solution,” he added. “You can come talk to your father and your family, like a man, you have kids too. No family is perfect but together with God, we can heal and get through this.”

Romeo responded to the posts in the comments sections, admitting that they are the “last straw.”

“I loved you so much that I followed you blindly for 30+yrs,” he continued, “You know we’ve talked behind closed doors. You aren’t the man who you paint to be and why is it war because I refuse to follow ur lead. You only want to protect your image, but the image isn’t even real.”

Check out Master P’s post on Instagram below as well as Romeo’s poem.

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Stephen “tWitch” Boss, DJ For Ellen DeGeneres, Dead At 40

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Stephen “tWitch” Boss, who is the DJ for The Ellen DeGeneres Show, has died at the age of 40. His wife, Allison Holker Boss, confirmed the news in a statement provided to People on Wednesday.

Holker Boss wrote: “Stephen lit up every room he stepped into. He valued family, friends and community above all else and leading with love and light was everything to him. He was the backbone of our family, the best husband and father, and an inspiration to his fans.”

LOS ANGELES, CA – AUGUST 04: Stephen “tWitch” Boss attends the 4moms Car Seat launch event at Petersen Automotive Museum on August 4, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for 4moms)

She continued: “He was the backbone of our family, the best husband and father, and an inspiration to his fans. To say he left a legacy would be an understatement, and his positive impact will continue to be felt. I am certain there won’t be a day that goes by that we won’t honor his memory.”

“Stephen, we love you, we miss you, and I will always save the last dance for you,” Holker concluded.

TMZ reports that Boss’ death appears to be a suicide. Holker had reportedly been worried about his whereabouts after noting he left home without his car. Paramedics later found him dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at a hotel in L.A.

In addition to his work on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Boss rose to fame on the show, So You Think You Can Dance. He was also a semifinalist on MTV’s The Wade Robson Project, back in 2003. Later in his career, he appeared in both the Step Up movie franchise as well as Magic Mike XXL.

Boss and Holker celebrated their ninth wedding anniversary just days ago.

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Grand Daddy I.U. Dies At 54

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Grand Daddy I.U. has passed away at the age of 54. LL Cool J, Busta Rhymes, Method Man, and more all mourned the veteran rapper afterward on social media, Tuesday.

Grand Daddy I.U. was a leading artist on the iconic label Cold Chillin’ Records in the late 1980s. Before then, the late Biz Markie helped him get signed after hearing one of his demo tapes. His debut album, Smooth Assassin, later helped him land several songs on the charts, including “Something New” and “Sugar Free.”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK–MARCH 10: Rapper Grand Daddy I.U. (aka Ayub Bey) and his crew appears in a portrait taken on March 10, 1994 in New York City. (Photo by Al Pereira/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

In addition to his own music, Grand Daddy I.U. also produced for Das EFX, Heltah Skeltah, KRS-One, Ice-T, and others.

According to TMZ, the Queens-born rapper died peacefully in his sleep; however, the outlet did not confirm a cause of death.

As for the reaction to his passing, several popular voices in the hip-hop community shared tributes for him during posts on social media.

Pete Rock wrote online: “GRAND DADDY IU YOU WERE A GREAT PERSON AND IM SAD RIGHT NOW.”

“Rest in power King. HipHop was in your DNA. @granddaddy_iu Thank You for your contribution,” LL Cool J also wrote in a post on Instagram.

Method Man commented on LL Cool J’s post: “Long Island Legend … rest in power King.”

In addition, Busta Rhymes wrote: “Waking up to this crazy, RIP ALMIGHTY GDIU!!”

As noted by AllHipHop, N.O.R.E. listed I.U. in his list of top five rappers dead or alive back in 2008.

“Grand Daddy I.U. was one of the most lyrical, wordplay-having emcees,” he said at the time. “Young artists like Murda Mook… they don’t understand a lot of their style was fathered by Grand Daddy I.U.”

Check out some of the responses to Grand Daddy I.U.’s passing below as well as his song, “Something New.”

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21 Savage Says He Misses Young Thug, Gunna, & Takeoff After Performance With Drake

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Despite performing in front of his hometown crowd at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena with Drake, last week, 21 Savage says that it didn’t “feel right” without Young Thug, Gunna, Takeoff, and Lil Keed there to witness it. 21 surprised the audience by joining Drake for a performance of their track “Rich Flex.”

“Didn’t even feel right without thug and gunna tonight,” he wrote on Twitter afterward. He added: “LL Takeoff And Keed.”

INDIO, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 16: 21 Savage performs at the Sahara Tent at 2022 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival weekend 1 – day 2 on April 16, 2022 in Indio, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Coachella)

Young Thug and Gunna are currently awaiting trial in their upcoming RICO case. The trial is scheduled to begin on January 9, 2023. They’ve been in jail since May 2022.

As for Takeoff, the Migos rapper was shot and killed at a bowling alley in Houston, last month. 21 Savage reflected on his passing, shortly afterward, praising Takeoff for his composure.

“He not really in the way, in the mix for real,” 21 told DJ Akademiks at the time, before adding, “He just always in his own world. He really quiet for real unless he know you.

21 continued: “He funny as hell though, but if he know you type shit. I ain’t never seen that n***a mad, had an attitude. I ain’t never seen him out of character. He always the exact same way everytime I see him. He’ll smile, dap you up. Mind his business bro.”

Lastly, Lil Keed died on May 13, 2022, due to kidney and liver failure.

21 Savage and Drake are still fresh off of the release of their collaborative album, Her Loss. They dropped the project after previously working together for a single from Drake’s Honestly, Nevermind.

Check out 21 Savage’s tweets below.

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Offset To Pay Tribute To Takeoff “Before Every Show”

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Offset says that he’s going to honor the late Migos rapper Takeoff before every one of his concerts. The comment comes after he recently admitted to being in a “dark place,” following his cousin’s passing.

Offset made the announcement on Instagram, sharing a video of an image of Takeoff being displayed during his latest concert while The Jackson 5’s “Never Can Say Goodbye,” plays. Offset then comes on stage and pauses while facing the picture.

ATLANTA, GA – SEPTEMBER 20: Rap Artist Offset attends BET her fights Breast Cancer at Riverside Epicenter on September 20, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Moses Robinson/Getty Images for BET)

“Before every show,” Offset captioned the post. “I love you bra.”

Takeoff was shot and killed at a bowling alley in Houston, early last month. He was just 28 years old. Police have since detained a man they suspect of committing the shooting.

Offset’s partner, Cardi B, recently spoke about how the two of them have been coping in the time since.

“We living our life normally, but deep down inside our hearts have been so heavy,” Cardi said in a since-deleted social media post. “I feel like if I talk about the incident so desensitized. I feel like if we talk about how we really feel or what motherfuckers really been going through, y’all will start saying, ‘Oh, sympathy.’ And we don’t want no sympathy. We ain’t no charity case. But no lie, I have been feeling so hopeless trying to make my husband happy.”

Cardi added: “Trying to make him crack a smile, seeing him randomly cry, see him trying to distract his mind completely, schedules been changing, trying to keep up with work after everything that he’s been going through these past couple of weeks.”

Check out Offset’s tribute for Takeoff below.

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NBA Legend Paul Silas Dies At 79

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Three-time NBA champion Paul Silas has passed away at the age of 79. Silas’ daughter, Paula Silas-Guy, confirmed the NBA legend’s passing during a statement provided to the New York Times. Silas reportedly died of cardiac arrest.

“We mourn the passing of former NBA All-Star and head coach Paul Silas,” Adam Silver said in a statement. “Paul’s lasting contributions to the game are seen through the many players and coaches he inspired, including his son, Rockets head coach Stephen Silas. We send our deepest condolences to Paul’s family.”

BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 20: Paul Silas speaks on stage at The Sports Museum’s18th Annual Gala: The Tradition at TD Garden on November 20, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. 2019 honorees receiving lifetime achievement awards included Zdeno Chara, Manny Ramirez, Michelle Kwan, Paul Silas, Matt Light and Ben Crenshaw. (Photo by Paul Marotta/Getty Images)

As a player, Silas began his career in 1964 and played for several teams over the next two decades before retiring in 1980. He made two All-Star teams, in 1972 and 1975, and won three NBA championships during the 1970s.

Following his playing career, Silas spent decades coaching throughout the league. He last led the Charlotte Bobcats from 2010-12. Michael Jordan, who serves as the Charlotte Hornets Chairman, also mourned Silas in a statement released Sunday.

“Our Hornets family mourns the passing of Paul Silas,” Jordan wrote. “Paul was an incredible leader and motivator who served as our head coach on two occasions. He combined the knowledge developed over nearly 40 years as an NBA player and coach with an innate understanding on how to mix discipline with his never-ending positivity.”

“On or off the court, Paul’s enthusiastic and engaging personality was accompanied by an anecdote for every occasion. He was one of the all-time great people in our game, and he will be missed,” Jordan further added. “My thoughts, and the thoughts of our entire organization, are with his wife, Carolyn; his children, Paul and Stephen; and the entire Silas family.”

Following in his father’s footsteps, Silas’ son, Stephen, currently serves as the head coach of the Houston Rockets.

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