8:48 AM 5/18/12 -- Donna's memorial is scheduled for next Wednesday in Nashville . TMZ has learned ... Donna died from lung cancer . Several sources are telling us Donna believed she contracted it by inhaling toxic particles after the 9/11 attack in New York City. Donna's family just released a statement, claiming, they "are at peace celebrating her extraordinary life and her continued legacy." Donna Summer -- the Queen of Disco -- died this morning after a battle with cancer ... TMZ has learned. We're told Summer was in Florida at the time of her death. She was 63 years old. Sources close to Summer tell us ... the singer was trying to keep the extent of her illness under wraps. We spoke to someone who was with Summer a couple of weeks ago ... who says she didn't seem too bad. In fact, we're told she was focused on trying to finish up an album she had been working on. Summer was a 5-time Grammy winner who shot to superstardom in the … [Read more...] about Donna Summer Dead — Disco Legend Died After Battle with Lung Cancer
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Late ‘Power Rangers’ Star Jason David Frank Fight Scene Clip From Final Movie
Bat in the Sun Jason David Frank shows off his mixed martial arts skills in his last movie role ... and we got exclusive video of him kicking ass in what turned out to be the late actor's final gig. JDF is the star of the upcoming action flick "Legend of The White Dragon" ... playing a fugitive trying to clear his name in the city he once fought to protect. Bat in the Sun The late 'Power Rangers' star goes from the White Ranger to the White Dragon. The movie will be released this fall, lining up with what would have been Jason's 50th birthday. In this preview clip, obtained by TMZ, Jason's character squares off with Mark Dacascos , another famous mixed martial artist known for his work in kung fu movies. TMZ broke the story ... Jason died by suicide back in November, with a close friend telling us Frank was struggling with mental health issues and battling depression. Producer Sean Schoenke tells TMZ ... “Despite the … [Read more...] about Late ‘Power Rangers’ Star Jason David Frank Fight Scene Clip From Final Movie
Tony Curtis Died in Las Vegas
TMZ has confirmed Tony Curtis has died of cardiac arrest. The legendary actor passed away Wednesday in his Las Vegas home. As we previously reported, Tony -- who suffered from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease -- was hospitalized in July near Las Vegas after suffering breathing problems while making an appearance at a local Costco. Curtis starred in such classics like " Some Like It Hot " and " Spartacus " -- and was nominated for an Oscar for his role in " The Defiant Ones ." He was 85. More Tony Curtis Tony Curtis Hospitalized -- Breathing Problems More Today in TMZ History Comedian Greg Giraldo is Dead Sharon Stone Scores Restraining Order Roman Polanski Arrested … [Read more...] about Tony Curtis Died in Las Vegas
Ex-Fiance of ‘Housewife’ Dies after Club Brawl
The ex-fiance of Kandi Burruss -- who stars on " Real Housewives of Atlanta " -- died tonight after a brawl erupted at a club in Atlanta. Cops say A.J. Jewell suffered severe head injuries during the fight at Body Tap and was rushed to Piedmont Hospital, where he later died ... this according to myfoxatlanta.com. Cops currently have no suspects in custody. UPDATE -- Atlanta police spokesman James Polite says Frederick Richardson has been arrested and charged with voluntary manslaughter in the death of Ashley "A.J." Jewell. Richardson was hospitalized after the alleged fight and will be taken into custody once he is released. More Today in TMZ History Nic Cage Sued for $2 Million Britney Spears Has Lost Her Kids Tony Curtis is Dead … [Read more...] about Ex-Fiance of ‘Housewife’ Dies after Club Brawl
Young Dolph Toasts to Potential Movie Career in New Music Video
TMZ.com Young Dolph was planning to expand his Paper Route Empire into the world of TV and film before he died ... a strategy the late rap star expressed to his team in this newly released footage. In the conclusion of “Love For the Streets,” a track that appears on Dolph's posthumous LP "Paper Route Frank," Dolph toasts golden champagne bottles with his PRE team, urging them to get their life affairs in order for their 2021 takeover. Unfortunately, Dolph was shot and killed in November of that year but his team has been keeping his name going strong with exhibits like his pop-up museum and drops like the new music video ... which also goes the distance in showing off his fleet of camouflaged luxury whips. TMZ.com The last time we spoke to PRE chief Key Glock , he promised we wouldn't see a shortage of Dolph verses in this lifetime ... and videos like “Love For the Streets" prove him right!!! … [Read more...] about Young Dolph Toasts to Potential Movie Career in New Music Video
‘Vanderpump Rules’ Ariana Madix Tells Tom Sandoval She Wants Him to Die
Getty "Vanderpump Rules" is giving us a taste of all the drama between Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix with new footage -- and it's just as explosive as you might think -- with Ariana telling Tom he'd be better off dead. Bravo dropped the trailer for season 10's mid-season episodes ... with the focus clearly shifting onto Tom, Ariana, and Raquel Leviss . Scheana Shay refers to Raquel as the new homewrecker -- something Raquel laughs off -- before showing how everyone else reacts to the affair . Tom also tells Ariana he wishes they'd both tried harder in their relationship, but it's clear Ariana isn't wasting her emotions on him. There's even a brief look at Tom shedding some tears ... and it all ends with Ariana saying she wants him to die -- yikes. Gallery Launch Gallery It's obviously going to be a whirlwind of emotions when the show returns -- as we reported, sources close to production told us the show's higher-ups … [Read more...] about ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Ariana Madix Tells Tom Sandoval She Wants Him to Die
Abe Vigoda Dies At 94 (Not a Hoax)
Legendary actor Abe Vigoda -- who starred in " The Godfather " -- died under hospice care at the age of 94 ... TMZ has learned. Abe's death had been falsely reported countless times, dating all the way back to 1982. Abe played Tessio in "The Godfather" and also " The Godfather Part II ." In fact, he was still doing the voice for Tessio in 'Godfather' video games as late as 2007. His most famous role on TV was as Detective Phil Fish on the '80s sitcom " Barney Miller " ... which once worked the infamous hoax reports of Abe's death into a storyline. He was also the grandfather in " Look Who's Talking ." Abe is survived by his daughter, Carol Vigoda Fuchs. He was married to Beatrice Schy from 1968 until 1992 ... when she passed away. TMZ.com Gallery Launch Gallery … [Read more...] about Abe Vigoda Dies At 94 (Not a Hoax)
‘Joel In Accounting Must Die’: TriStar Acquires Entertainment 360 Action Comedy By Brian & Jim Kehoe
EXCLUSIVE: We can tell you first that TriStar Pictures has acquired Jim and Brian Kehoe’s original action comedy, Joel in Accounting Must Die , which Entertainment 360 is producing. This is the duo’s fourth original idea which has sold in the last 18 months. The Kehoes wrote the hit Universal comedy Blockers , staring John Cena, Leslie Mann, Ike Barinholtz and Kathryn Newton. That Kay Cannon directed comedy debuted at SXSW in 2018 and went on to to open to $20.5M stateside, and final at $60.3M domestic, $94M WW. The Kehoes’ original pitch Double Fault is in development at Paramount with Rebel Wilson attached to star with Oran Zegman ( Honor Society ) directing. They also have two projects in development at Netflix; Unleashed with Dave Bautista attached to star and Jeff Tomsic attached to direct and Luck Key with Marlon Wayans attached to star. Entertainment 360’s Fall Guy is currently in post-production for Universal and stars Ryan Gosling and Emily … [Read more...] about ‘Joel In Accounting Must Die’: TriStar Acquires Entertainment 360 Action Comedy By Brian & Jim Kehoe
Outlawz Rapper Hussein Fatal — Dies In Car Crash … Rapped with 2Pac on ‘Hit ‘Em Up’
Hussein Fatal , one of the members of rap group The Outlawz -- a group founded by Tupac -- died in a car accident this weekend ... the group confirms. Details surrounding Fatal's death are unclear at this point -- but the group posted a message on social media saying, "Rest in Paradise our brother Hussein Fatal. He passed away in a car accident. Pray for his family & kids at this time!" Fatal performed on a bunch of songs with Tupac -- but most famously rapped the second verse on "Hit 'Em Up" ... the one that starts, "Get out the way, yo, get out the way, yo. Biggie Smalls just got dropped." Fellow Outlawz member Napoleon went to Facebook to remember his friend ... writing, "He was my old group member and friend for over 20 years and he will be missed." R.I.P. … [Read more...] about Outlawz Rapper Hussein Fatal — Dies In Car Crash … Rapped with 2Pac on ‘Hit ‘Em Up’
MMA Fighter Jordan Parsons Dies After Hit and Run Incident
MMA fighter Jordan Parsons has died ... days after he was struck by a Range Rover in a hit and run incident in Florida. He was 25. "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a dear member of the Bellator family, Jordan Parsons," Bellator MMA President Scott Coker said in a statement. Parsons was 11-2 as an MMA fighter -- and was a part of the famed Blackzilians training group with stars like Anthony "Rumble" Johnson and Rashad Evans. "Jordan was an exceptional athlete and a rising star in the sport. But more importantly, he was an exceptional young man," Coker added. "Jordan was hard-working, dedicated, intelligent, and a pleasure to be around. He represented all the reasons we love this sport. It is a terribly tragic loss and our thought and prayers go out to his family, friends and teammates." Parsons was struck by the car while crossing a street early Sunday morning. Officials believe Parsons may have been wearing headphones and was unable … [Read more...] about MMA Fighter Jordan Parsons Dies After Hit and Run Incident