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Chuck Norris, the martial arts champion who became an iconic action star and led the hit series “Walker, Texas Ranger,” has died. He was 86. Norris was hospitalized in Hawaii on Thursday, and his family posted a statement saying he had died Friday morning: It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning. While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace. To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength. To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family. He lived his life with faith, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved. Through his work, discipline, and kindness, he inspired millions around the world and left a lasting impact on so many lives. While our hearts are broken, we are deeply grateful for the life he lived and for the unforgettable moments we were blessed to share with him. The love and support he received from fans around the world meant so much to him, and our family is truly thankful for it. To him, you were not just fans, you were his friends. We know many of you had heard about his recent hospitalization, and we are truly grateful for the prayers and support you sent his way. As we grieve this loss, we kindly ask for privacy for our family during this time. Thank you for loving him with us. variety.com/2026/film/news…

James D. Watson, the brilliant but controversial American biologist whose 1953 discovery of the structure of DNA ushered in the age of genetics and provided the foundation for the biotechnology revolution of the late 20th century, died at age 97 reut.rs/4hKRKQU

Jane Goodall, the world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees whose work was captured in more than 40 documentaries, has died. She was 91. variety.com/2025/film/news…

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WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s. WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans.

Ozzy Osbourne, the singular metal legend whose Black Sabbath virtually invented heavy metal and in later years became a reality TV pioneer, has died at the age of 76. More on his life and legacy 🖤 rollingstone.com/music/music-ne…

The struggle is real💀😭🤣

Groundhog Day: Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, handlers say, predicting six more weeks of wintry weather. apnews.com/article/punxsu…

Happy 2025 to all my X/Twitter friends! May this be your best writing year ever! #HappyNewYear2025 #WritingCommunity #WIP

Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100 apnews.com/article/jimmy-…

Make art. Write bad drafts and edit them without fear. Paint pictures even if they don’t come out well. Try again. And again. Remind yourself, every day, that anything worth doing is worth doing badly.

Writing: “Ideas are the easy part. The hard part is writing them down.” - Patricia C. Wrede #amwriting #writing #author #writer

Rest in peace Teri Garr (1944-2024) Thanks for the laughs, you’ll be missed. 🙏

BREAKING: Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88 apnews.com/article/kris-k…

"You don't write because you want to say something; you write because you've got something to say." - F. Scott Fitzgerald

James Earl Jones Dies: Revered 'Field Of Dreams' Star & Darth Vader Voice Was 93 deadline.com/2024/09/james-…

Breaking News: Bob Newhart, a soft-spoken Everyman who stammered his way to comedy stardom in the 1960s, has died at 94. He starred in shows like "Big Bang Theory," "Young Sheldon" and "The Bob Newhart Show," and movies like "Catch-22" and "Elf." nyti.ms/3SfYISp

BBC News - OJ Simpson, NFL star acquitted in ‘trial of the century’, dies aged 76 bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-…

Just felt the #aftershock of this morning's quake! 😱