The Official Tribute Thread

[Kevin Farnell]

Also, sadly passed away today is Martin Duffy of Primal Scream and The Charlatans at the much too young age of 55.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64038944

 

[David_itl]

Edson Arantes do Nascimento.... Pele at the age of 82. Three time World Cup winner, scorer of over 1200 goals in his career. the cream of the cream of footballers. What we see done now by popularly styled "greatest of all time" players, he had already done it and during the era of literally when only a player had a limb severed would see someone be sent off for foul play and on pitches that can best be described as average. If he were to have played in this era where players are more protected and on the carpets known as pitches then there really wouldn't be a dispute in his stature in the game.

 

[Kevin Farnell]

An immensely talented footballer who was an inspiration to many. He was one of those few sportsmen who transcends their nationality (another would be Usain Bolt), who even if he was playing against your team, you'd want to see him at his best. I believe he was also very much a gentleman and most certainly a legend.

RIP Pele and thank you for all of the wonderful entertainment.

 

[rollo]

The finest of all footballers for me, a gentlemen on and off the pitch and the player who more than any who turned football in the 1970 world cup
into the global sport it is now.

 

[Kevin Farnell]

Former Pope Benedict XVI RIP

The first Pope to resign for 600 years has passed away aged 95.

Former Pope Benedict XVI dies at 95

Benedict, who has died at his Vatican residence, became the first pope to resign for 600 years in 2013.

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[Kevin Farnell]

Jeff Beck RIP

Rock/Blues Rock guitar legend Jeff Beck had passed away, aged 78.

Jeff Beck: British guitar legend dies aged 78

One of rock's most influential guitarists, he was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice.

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Thank you for the wonderful music, Jeff. Heaven will be rockin' tonight!

 

[Ray Finkle]

Rest in Peace Mr Strong, people may not know your name but they sure know your music.

Barrett Strong: Motown trailblazer and hitmaker, dies at 81

Barrett Strong scored Motown's first major hit and went on to write I Heard It Through The Grapevine.

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[Kevin Farnell]

Sad to report that Burt Bacharach has died at the age of 94.

A songwriter, he wrote hits such as 'I Say A Little Prayer', 'Walk On By' and 'What The World Needs Now Is Love', along with songs to several films.

Burt Bacharach, one of pop's greatest songwriters, dies aged 94

The musician wrote enduring classics like Walk On By and I Say A Little Prayer.

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RIP Burt

 

[Kevin Farnell]

John Motson RIP
Very sad to learn that John Motson, football commentator has died aged 77.

Legendary commentator Motson dies aged 77

Legendary football commentator John Motson, who had an illustrious 50-year career with the BBC, dies aged 77.

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[HPsauce]

RIP John Motson.
I grew up listening to his football commentaries on Radio 2, Saturday Afternoons. Long before Radio 5 Live was created. Always a fair commentary and the injection of enthusiasm in the dull periods of a game. I particularly recall that Ronnie Radford goal for Hereford v Newcastle in the FA Cup, and standing outside Watford in a sheepskin coat, covered in snow! to report the match was postponed.
A sad loss.

 

[HPsauce]

Correction to the above. It was in fact Wycombe Wanderers ground, circa 1994.

 

[David_itl]

Maybe the most famous Israeli actor. Chaim Topol died a few days ago. Roles in For Your Eyes Only and Flash Gordon but will be eternally remembered for his portrayal of Tevye in Fiddler On The Rood - something he did 3500 times. The mos famous song from it.. If I Were A Rich Man

 

[Silvercity]

RIP Paul O Grady aka Lilly Savage. Local lad made good, brought smiles.and laughter to many. Outspoken, brave, groundbreaking bringing Drag to the national arena.Loved his animals.

 

[Brum X]

It is sad news to hear about the death of Paul O Grady, what a lovely man and a great ambassador for the LGBTQ community. RIP Paul ;-(

 

[Silvercity]

I saw him.once perform as Lily Savage at The Epstine Theatre Liverpool, we was on the front row, which was quite terrifying, but hilarious. Anyone trying to heckle didn't stand a chance

 

[Brum X]

I saw him.once perform as Lily Savage at The Epstine Theatre Liverpool, we was on the front row, which was quite terrifying, but hilarious. Anyone trying to heckle didn't stand a chance

He was very funny, I would of loved to b ethere when he was performing at the Vauxhall Tavern in London when the police raided back in the 70s. Apparently it was so funny

 

[Aviador]

Jerry Springer has past away aged 79. For younger members, he was the US version of Jeremy Kyle. I always liked his show, far more entertaining than Jeremy Kyle so far as daytime TV goes.

 

[David_itl]

Tina Turner has died in Switzerland at the age of 83

 

[thunderchild]

RIP. IMHO she recorded one of the best Bond themes….

 

[Ray Finkle]

Rest in Peace Sir