Archive for May 29, 2010

Peter Fonda on the Death of Dennis Hopper

Peter Fonda, who co-starred with Dennis Hopper in the counterculture road film, 'Easy Rider," opened up today about the death of his friend. Hopper died today of complications from prostate cancer in Venice, Calif. He was 74. Peter tells ET, "Dennis introduced me to the world of Pop Art and 'lost' films. We rode the highways of America and changed the way movies were made in Hollywood. I was blessed by his passion and friendship." Read More »

Gary Coleman’s Parents Seek Answers in Son’s Death

Sue and Willie Coleman are searching for answers in the death of their son Gary Coleman, from whom they have been estranged for more than 10 years. The heartbroken parents today spoke to People magazine and revealed that they only way they knew what was going on in Gary's life was from reports in the media. "We would've loved to have been there by his side at the hospital, to let him know we love him before he passed away," Sue told People. "This is a shock to us. We loved Gary very much. We're going to miss him." Read More »

Dennis Hopper Dies

Dennis Hopper, who lit up the silver screen in films such as 'Easy Rider,' 'Blue Velvet' and 'Speed,'  has passed away. He was 74. Sam Maydew, a rep for Hopper, tells ET the star died of complications from prostate cancer in Venice, Calif. on Saturday morning, at home and surrounded by family and friends. The actor's prostate cancer diagnosis was announced in October 2009, and his condition had been on the decline in recent months. Unable to be treated with chemotherapy, he allowed the disease to run its course. Read More »

Ashton Kutcher, Kim Kardashian & More Stars Tweet About Gary Coleman

Ashton Kutcher, Kim Kardashian, Alyssa Milano and more stars are sending out their condolences over Twitter following Gary Coleman's death on Friday. "RIP Gary Coleman, I will always be a fan!" wrote Kutcher. "Oh wow Gary Coleman passed away! My prayers go out to his family," Kardashian tweeted. Read More »

Bret Michaels Feels ‘Awesome’ in Comeback Concert

After surviving a gauntlet of medical emergencies, Bret Michaels staged his first full concert in Biloxi, Mississippi on Friday night. Limping only slightly, the rocker and "Celebrity Apprentice" winner cranked out some of his biggest Poison hits, says People.com. "I've got a little bitty hitch in my left giddy up, but I think we'll be all right," he told the sell-out crowd, according to the Web site. "It's an awesome feeling, I'm glad to be here." Read More »