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Sunday, September 11, 2011
ANDY WHITFIELD DIES - Spartacus Star "ANDY WHITFIELD" Dies Of LYMPHOMA (cancer of lymph cells)
SPARTACUS STAR ANDY WHITFIELD DIES OF LYMPHOMA
Starz Network Comment on Andy Whitfield:
“We are deeply saddened by the loss of our dear friend and colleague, Andy Whitfield. We were fortunate to have worked with Andy in 'Spartacus' and came to know that the man who played a champion on-screen was also a champion in his own life. Andy was an inspiration to all of us as he faced this very personal battle with courage, strength and grace. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. He will live on in the hearts of his family, friends and fans.”
Lymphoma is a cancer of lymph cells. Lymph cells (also called lymphocytes) are a type of blood cells that are known as white blood cells (WBCs). Lymph cells are found in blood and lymph nodes. In lymphoma, some lymph cells become abnormal, start multiplying quickly, and grow to form a cancer.
Spartacus
Spartacus is not the most highbrow show. The first few episodes earned the series a reputation for gratuitous nudity, violence, and sex. But beneath that scandalous outer layer was a clever and emotionally wrenching show that took risks few established series would. The second season managed to continue that trend, despite the loss of charismatic lead actor Andy Whitfield. While the star’s unfortunate cancer diagnosis forced the series to improvise a prequel series, creator Steven S. DeKnight took advantage of the situation to flesh out the characters in new, exciting ways. And boy, when we say “exciting," we mean it. There are no half-measures in classical Rome. -Natalie Silverman
“We are deeply saddened by the loss of our dear friend and colleague, Andy Whitfield. We were fortunate to have worked with Andy in 'Spartacus' and came to know that the man who played a champion on-screen was also a champion in his own life. Andy was an inspiration to all of us as he faced this very personal battle with courage, strength and grace. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. He will live on in the hearts of his family, friends and fans.”
Lymphoma is a cancer of lymph cells. Lymph cells (also called lymphocytes) are a type of blood cells that are known as white blood cells (WBCs). Lymph cells are found in blood and lymph nodes. In lymphoma, some lymph cells become abnormal, start multiplying quickly, and grow to form a cancer.
SpartacusSpartacus is not the most highbrow show. The first few episodes earned the series a reputation for gratuitous nudity, violence, and sex. But beneath that scandalous outer layer was a clever and emotionally wrenching show that took risks few established series would. The second season managed to continue that trend, despite the loss of charismatic lead actor Andy Whitfield. While the star’s unfortunate cancer diagnosis forced the series to improvise a prequel series, creator Steven S. DeKnight took advantage of the situation to flesh out the characters in new, exciting ways. And boy, when we say “exciting," we mean it. There are no half-measures in classical Rome. -Natalie Silverman
Film and television credits
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | All Saints (TV series) | Matthew Parkes | TV episode: "Opening Up" |
| 2007 | Gabriel (film) | Gabriel | Film (Australia) |
| 2008 | The Strip (Australian TV series) | Charlie Palmer | TV episodes |
| 2008 | Packed to the Rafters | Nick Leigh | TV episode: "All in the Planning" |
| 2008 | McLeod's Daughters | Brett Samuels | TV episode: "Nowhere to Hide" |
| 2010 | The Clinic | Cameron | Film |
| 2009-2010 | Spartacus: Blood and Sand | Spartacus | Regular; being replaced due to his cancer |
| 2011 | Spartacus: Gods of the Arena | Spartacus | TV prequel & spin-off;Guest star |
Friday, May 27, 2011
Jeff Conaway | "Taxi" Star Jeff Conaway Photos | Jeff Conaway Pics | Jeff Conaway Bio | Jeff Conaway News | Jeff Conaway Dead At 60
Jeff Conaway died today, weeks after he was found unconscious in his LA home, according to TMZ. Conway fell into a coma, after overdosing earlier in the month and doctor's were unable to revive him. He was 60 years old.
Jeff Conaway, perhaps best known for playing
Kenickie in the 1976 film "Grease," died Friday.
Jeff Conaway was also well known for playing Bobby Wheeler,
a struggling actor and driver, on the hit TV show "Taxi"
- a role he recreated in the 1999 film "Man on the Moon"
about comedian and "Taxi" co-star Andy Kaufman.
Jeff Conaway had been in a coma after reportedly
taking an overdose of pain killers on May 11.
Doctors told Conaway’s family that he had
no brain function since he was brought into
the hospital and on Friday they made the
decision to take him off life support.
Jeff Conaway had a long history
of drug and alcohol addiction.
He appeared on "Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew" in
2008 and admitted on the show to being addicted
to cocaine, alcohol and painkillers.
Grease co-star John Travolta reportedly tried to help
him with his addiction through courses from the
Church of Scientology, but with no lasting effect.
His Taxi co-stars Marilu Henner and Tony Danza had been
holding a bedside vigil for him since he entered hospital.
In the early 1980s, Jeff Conaway was married to
Rona Newton-John, the sister of his Olivia
Newton-John who he worked with in Grease.
Sunday, May 22, 2011
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