A roundup of TV people from in front of the camera and behind the scenes who have passed away.
- Floyd Red Crow Westerman: The American Indian actor and activist was known for many roles, including Albert Hosteen on The X-Files and Ten Bears in the movie Dances with Wolves. He also appeared in Walker, Texas Ranger, Dharma and Greg, L.A. Law, Northern Exposure, Judging Amy, Roseanne, Murder, She Wrote, MacGyver, and many other shows. He died of leukemia at age 71.
- Gary Shaffer: He was the casting director for a ton of shows, including Dynasty, Vegas, Trapper John, M.D., CHiPs, Movin' On, The Courtship of Eddie's Father, Medical Center, as well as movies like Lucan, Of Mice and Men, The Deadly Tower, and Assignment: Munich. He died of cancer at age 72.
- Freddie Fields: He was a veteran agent whose company represented many celebrities, including Stephen Spielberg, Robert Redford, George Lucas, and Judy Garland. He also produced The Judy Garland Show in the early 60s and the movies Poltergeist II, American Gigolo, and Looking For Mr. Goodbar. He died of lung cancer at age 84.
- Ted Steinberg: He was a producer and writer known for documentaries, including Get Out The Vote, Fear in America, The Education Wars, and the first Earth Day Special. He died of cancer at age 72.
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12-19-2007 @ 9:14AM
Galley said...
RIP, Red Crow
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