Joni and her three sisters, Debbie, Kim and Kathy, formed the group in 1971, and went on to record a number of hit singles including, "Frankie," "We Are Family" and "He's the Greatest Dancer." She was 62. He was 81. . Berman appeared in several episodes of Curb Your Enthusiasm, where he played Larry David's father, Nat David, which also earned him an Emmy nomination in 2008. The TV host made his debut with Let's Make a Deal in 1963 and remained involved in the game show throughout the years, as owner of the show and occasional guest, after Wayne Brady took over as host in 2009. Parseghian, who worked for Gotham Talent Agency, repped some of Hollywood's biggest stars including Daniel Day Lewis, Eddie Redmayne, Kit Harington, Rufus Sewell, Hugh Dancy and Kathleen Turner, among many others. 9 October 2017. place of death. He was also a major influence on many hip-hop artists, and was famously sampled by DJ Shadow, Swizz Beatz, De La Soul, Lauryn Hill and many others. John Ashbery, the acclaimed Pulitzer-winning American poet who challenged readers with musical verses that often defied easy understanding, died Sep. 3 at age 90. Despite medical intervention, however, the weight she lost seemed to always come back, and she eventually topped out at nearly 550 pounds. She was the widow of Vegas star Robert Urich, who died in 2002. Jana Novotna, a Czech tennis champion who won Wimbledon in 1998, died after a battle with cancer on Nov. 19. The former Partridge Family star died on Nov. 21, nearly a week after he was rushed to a Florida hospital after suffering major organ failure. Domino was one of the first 10 musicians inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986, the same year he received the GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award. The celebrated composer, musician and producer died on Feb. 5 due to complications from a brain aneurysm. Prior to writing the novel, Blatty specialized in comedy throughout the '60s, lending his talents to a number of feature films, including The Great Bank Robbery, The Pink Panther sequel, A Shot in the Dark, Promise Her Anything and What Did You Do in the War, Daddy? The group broke up and re-formed three times over the next couple of decades, after which Trucks formed a new group, Butch Trucks and the Freight Train Band. His wife of almost 70 years, Marilyn Plottel, died in June. He was 87. After it aired, she suffered pelvic infections that kept her bedridden for two years and caused her to gain an extra 149 pounds. Has since done children's school seminars on weight and self-esteem. Darlene Cates The celebrated theatrical songwriter died in Manhattan on Sep. 9, due to complications from HIV/AIDS, according to the Public Theater, whoannounced his death. EXCLUSIVE: High-ranking Met Police officer on 100,000-a-year who was found to be a regular user of Pictured: British grandfather and 'friend to everybody' who died while snorkelling during dream cruise Conservatives could suffer bigger losses at this week's local elections because up to two million voters do THIRD foreign rapist remains in Britain despite orders for him to be sent back to Jamaica in 2020 - after SNP MP considers legal action against Edinburgh Fringe comedy club after being 'no-platformed' over her Do not sell or share my personal information. Barris is best known for hosting, The acclaimed comic book artist died on March 18, after a long battle with brain cancer. She told the paper she had a number of "health scares" that lander her in the hospital from December 2010 to November 2011. The author of the famed horror novel "The Exorcist," died from cancer on Jan. 12 at the age of 89. She was 89. The celebrated French actress died on Jan. 27 in Paris, France after a battle with cancer. Kemp appeared in a number of films and TV shows during her career, including the film He Knows You're Alone and the TV show Love of Life. Smith's New York City-based gossip column -- which gave readers a coveted insight into the lives of America's rich and famous -- was, at its height of popularity, syndicated in nearly 75 newspapers internationally and had a readership of almost 50 million people daily. "For almost five decades, Gord Downie uncovered and told the stories of Canada, Trudeau wrote in an official statement. King, Santana, Janis Joplin, Led Zeppelin, the Grateful Dead and Steve Miller, among others. Darlene Cates His first movie role came in the 1969 Western sequel Guns of the Magnificent Seven. Video game pioneer and Namco founder Masaya Nakamura died on Jan. 22. Had her stomach stapled (gastroplasty) in 1981 when she weighed 410 pounds and lost 100 pounds, but eventually gained all that weight back and more, going up to 550 pounds. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Newhouse took charge of the magazine arm of the company, known as Conde Nast, and through his leadership and savvy developed the company's publications -- which include The New Yorker, Vanity Fair, Vogue, Pitchfork, Glamour, Wired and W, to name a few -- into some of the most popular in the world. Remembering Darlene Cates: 'What the Scales I dont have to delve very deep to find Mom in there.. 24. The celebrated musician and co-founder of the iconic rock group Steely Dan died on Sept. 3. Cates is survived by her kids and four grandchildren. Musician Bruce Hampton died on May 1 after collapsing while performing on stage in Atlanta, Georgia, at a concert held in honor of his 70th birthday. He was nominated for three Oscars for his work on, Comedian Charlie Murphy died on April 12 at New York Presbyterian Hospital, The musician, best known for founding The J. Geils Band, was, Broadway star Linda Hopkins died on April 10 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Hooper is best known for directing the 1974 horror classic The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, which became one of the most influential slasher films of all time and spawned the iconic horror villain, Leatherface. The bassist and singer, who co-founded the prog rock group Asia, died on Jan. 31 after a battle with colon cancer. Darlene Cates Talks Weight Struggle in 1994 PEOPLE Interview. According to Forbes, Bettencourt was the single wealthiest woman in the world and 14th richest person overall at the time of her death, with a net worth of $44.3 billion. He was 43. When do we want it? The Goodfellas actor died in his sleep at the Allendale Nursing Home in New Jersey on Sept. 18. He was 52. He was 87. Downie, who was diagnosed with brain cancer in December 2015, is survived by his wife, Laura Leigh Usher, and their four children. The music journalist and playwright died on Feb. 4. Knight became known in the fashion world after placing fourth during season three of Project Runway in 2006. Ken Shapiro, a writer and director of Chevy Chases debut film from 1974 The Groove Tube, died of cancer on Nov. 27. The actor and stand-up comic died from Alzheimer's-related complications at his home in Bell Canyon, California, on Sept. 1. Parton broke the news of Wagner's death in a tribute. Rose Marie, an actress known for her roles in "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and "The Doris Day Show," as well as in appearances on "Hollywood Squares," died on Dec. 28. After Gilbert Grape Cates made a couple of appearances in TV shows Picket Fences (1994) and Touched by an Angel (1996). He retired from performing in 2014. The stage and screen actor died at the Lillian Booth Actors Home in Englewood, New Jersey, on Nov. 17. She will appear in upcoming film comedy Billboard, which is currently in post-production. The beloved gossip columnist, known as the Grand Dame of Dish, died at her home in Manhattan on Nov. 12. Is Gilbert Grape based on a true story? She was 69 years old. Baker is survived by his longtime partner, Alex Bruno, as well as his mother and his sister. He was 85. Glenn played in the NFL for 12 seasons, beginning in 1996 when he was drafted by the New England Patriots. Cates was born Rita Darlene Guthrie Dec. 13, 1947, in Borger, Texas. WebDate Of Death: March 26, 2017 Cause Of Death: N/A Ethnicity: White Nationality: American Darlene Cates was born on the 13th of December, 1947. She was 69. Kim Kardashian to Haters: Stop Photoshopping Me. The veteran actor was best known for his role as Jim Lahey on the Canadian cult hit series Trailer Park Boys, as well as his role as Dave Teagues on the Syfy series Haven. At the time of the Sally Jessy Raphael taping, Cates weighed over 500 pounds. Comedian and "Last Comic Standing" alum Ralphie May died of hypertensive cardiovascular disease caused by high blood pressure on October 6. Meehan is survived by his wife. Tuchman, who was a writer, director and producer, was best known for his TV documentary Voices of Civil Rights -- which earned him an Emmy award and a Peabody -- and The Man From Hope, a documentary about Bill Clinton which was featured during the 1992 Democratic Convention. Knight is best known for his megahit 1967 recording of "Everlasting Love." The actor and comedian -- the older brother of Eddie Murphy who was best known for his incredibly memorable stints on "Chappelle's Show" -- died April 12 from complications from leukemia. She is survived by her husband, acting coach Ernest Martin, as well as her two children and her stepson. The 7-foot, 7-inch Fingleton died Feb. 25 at age 36. She was 94. He is survived by two sons. He was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease late in 2010. He was 91. Darlene Cates, mom from Whats Eating Gilbert Grape, dies at Guillaume was best known for his many TV performances, especially his role as Benson on the series Soap and its spinoff, Benson. ET has learned that there was no illicit drugs or alcohol found on the scene, and that the actor had been sick the last few days. Best known for playing Ron Howards kid sister in the classic 1970s sitcom Happy Days, Moran died Apr. Stanton was best known for his roles in the 1979 horror masterpiece Alien, the HBO series Big Love, John Hughes' iconic Pretty in Pink, and the cult classics Escape From New York and Repo Man. You triumphed in your role.. She was 71. He was 84. Cates was born in Borger, Texas and grew up in Dumas. Thomas' publicist, Tom Estey, confirmed the news to ET, sharing, "Jay Thomas was one of the funniest and kindest men I have had the honor to call both client and friend for 25 years plus. Cates leaves behind one daughter, two sons and four grandchildren. He was 87. She was 94. Hall is survived by his two daughters, Gleason and Sharon, as well as his son, Richard. Lassally's last credit as a cinematographer came in 2001 for the film Crescent Heart. Fred Sabine/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images, Mike Coppola/Getty Images for the 2015 Tribeca Film Festiva, Philip Ramey Photography, LLC/Getty Images, The celebrated stage and screen actor, writer and director died on Aug. 13 at the City of Hope Hospital in Duarte, California, after a three-year battle with pancreatic cancer.