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Christmastime is a time not only for loving and being with those we cherish and care about, but also for appreciating and remembering those special people who are no longer with us. Never has that been more the case than now in 2020 as we’ve struggled with a raging pandemic that has killed hundreds of thousands of people. All of those lives lost, regardless of industry, faith and skin color are worth remembering and giving thanks for. We’re also taking a little time out to recall with fondness the talented individuals in the creative industries that have lost many of their own, too. Perhaps because so many of them operate in a form of blissful heightened reality, their passing resounds all the more for those of us that have spent a lifetime appreciating and marveling at their craft and dedication to an industry they love.
In the above spirit, Vents Magazine has compiled a list of some of those very talented folks who have shuffled off the stage. Thanks to all of you for the beautiful gifts of your talent that you’ve given to us. Each and every one of you deserves your own special article. You are gone, but you are not forgotten.
David Prowse: The man and actor who was and forever will be Darth Vader.
Charles Gregory Ross: Hairstylist on such films as Drumline.
Terrence McNally: Broadway Playwright of Love! Valour! Compassion!
Josh Wallwork: Wardrobe Supervisor on Law & Order: SUV.
Matteo De Cosmo: Art Director on Emergence.
Chuck Bail: Legendary Stuntman in films such as Freebie and the Bean.
Maria Mercader: CBS News Director of Talent.
Adam Schlesinger: Composer (That Thing You Do).
Hal Willner: Saturday Night Live Music Coordinator.
Nashom Wooden: New York City Drag Sensation also known for work in 1999’s Flawless.
Tony Greer: Cameraman for Good Morning America.
Mark Blum: Renowned Broadway Actor.
Floyd Cardoz: Winner of Top Chef Masters. Brilliant chef.
Alan Merrill: Musician known for I Love Rock’n’Roll.
Ken Shimura: Comedian. His final television work was 2020’s Yell.
Hilary Heath: Actor (Witchfinder General) and Producer.
Andrew Jack: Dialogue Coach. He taught the stars how to speak.
Sergio Rossi: Shoe Designer.
Lee Fierro: Actor in Jaws.
Forrest Compton: Actor in Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.
Jun Maeda: Theater Set Designer.
Allen Garfield: Actor in The Conversation and Nashville.
John Prine: Country Music Star (Hello in There).
Wyn Handman: Co-founder of American Place Theatre.
Tim Brooke-Taylor: Actor in The Goodies and At Last the 1948 Show.
Ann Sullivan: Disney Ink and Paint Artist (Peter Pan, Oliver & Company)
Allen Daviau: Cinematographer for E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.
Joel Rogosin: Producer (The Gift, Dreamcathchers).
Matteo De Cosmo: Art Director (The Punisher).
Leah Bernstein: Executive Secretary.
Roy Hall: Legendary one-half of Siegfried & Roy.
John McCormack: Artistic Director.
Peggy Pope: Actor (9 to 5).
Jack Turnbull: Acting Coach.
Joni Berry: Dancer and Philanthropist.
Brandis Kemp: Actor (Gross Anatomy, AfterMASH).
Nick Cordero: Broadway Actor; Husband and Father.
Trini Lopez: Legendary Singer of If I Had a Hammer.
Bruce Williamson: Singer and one-time leader of The Temptations.
Kenzo Takada: Fashion Designer.
Lynn Kellogg: Actor (Hair) and Producer.
Soumitra Chatterjee: Actor (Dekha).
Kim Ki-duk: Director (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter and Spring).
Charley Pride: Country Music Legend (Kiss an Angel Good Mornin’).
Carol Sutton: Actor (Monster’s Ball)
Robert P. Cohen: Assistant Director (The Breakfast Club).
