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(morgue files=news archives) The term is popular in the newspaper business to describe the file that holds past issues flats."

"A morgue file originally was the paper-folders containing old files and notes that were kept by criminal investigators, and old article clippings kept by newspaper reporters, in case they became of later use as a quick-reference. In modern usage, its scope has expanded to cover many post-production materials for use of reference, or an inactive job file.

Wings Hauser, Actor in ‘Vice Squad’ and ‘A Soldier’s Story,’ Dies at 77
21/03/2025

Wings Hauser, Actor in ‘Vice Squad’ and ‘A Soldier’s Story,’ Dies at 77

He started out on ‘The Young and the Restless’ and earned a Spirit Award nomination for Norman Mailer’s ‘Tough Guys Don't Dance.’

Wings Hauser, Character Actor From ‘Vice Squad,’ ‘The Young and the Restless,’ Dies at 78
21/03/2025

Wings Hauser, Character Actor From ‘Vice Squad,’ ‘The Young and the Restless,’ Dies at 78

Wings Hauser, the character actor known for his work in "The Young and the Restless" and "Vice Squad," has died. He was 78.

Joseph Wambaugh, Creator of ‘Police Story’ and ‘Onion Field’ Writer, Dies at 88
01/03/2025

Joseph Wambaugh, Creator of ‘Police Story’ and ‘Onion Field’ Writer, Dies at 88

Joseph Wambaugh, the former LAPD officer who brought realism to the "Police Story" TV series and books like "The Onion Field," died Friday.

Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa Found Dead in Santa Fe Home; Oscar-Winning Star of ‘French Connection’ and ‘Unforgiv...
27/02/2025

Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa Found Dead in Santa Fe Home; Oscar-Winning Star of ‘French Connection’ and ‘Unforgiven’ Was 95

Gene Hackman (“The French Connection," "Unforgiven") and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their Santa Fe home Wednesday. The Oscar-winning actor 95.

Actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa found dead in their New Mexico home, police say
27/02/2025

Actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa found dead in their New Mexico home, police say

Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their home in New Mexico, the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office told CNN. He was 95.

Gene Hackman And Wife Betsy Arakawa Found Dead In New Mexico Home
27/02/2025

Gene Hackman And Wife Betsy Arakawa Found Dead In New Mexico Home

The two-time Oscar winner was 95.

Michelle Trachtenberg, ‘Gossip Girl’ and ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Actor, Dies at 39
26/02/2025

Michelle Trachtenberg, ‘Gossip Girl’ and ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Actor, Dies at 39

Michelle Trachtenberg, the actor best known for "Gossip Girl," "Ice Princess" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," died at age 39.

Peter Jason, Actor in ‘Deadwood’ and Films for Walter Hill and John Carpenter, Dies at 80
24/02/2025

Peter Jason, Actor in ‘Deadwood’ and Films for Walter Hill and John Carpenter, Dies at 80

He was especially memorable in ‘48 Hrs.’ and ‘They Live’ after working for Howard Hawks and Orson Welles early on.

Lynne Marie Stewart, ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ and ‘Pee-wee’s Playhouse’ Actor, Dies at 78
23/02/2025

Lynne Marie Stewart, ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ and ‘Pee-wee’s Playhouse’ Actor, Dies at 78

Lynne Marie Stewart, known for her work in 'Pee-wee's Playhouse' and 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' has died at age 78.

'Full Metal Jacket'Kevyn Major Howard Dead at 69
15/02/2025

'Full Metal Jacket'
Kevyn Major Howard Dead at 69

Kevyn Major Howard, best known for his portrayal as Rafterman in "Full Metal Jacket," has died, his family tells TMZ.

Olga James, ‘Carmen Jones’ Actress and Singer, Dies at 95
05/02/2025

Olga James, ‘Carmen Jones’ Actress and Singer, Dies at 95

She also starred on Broadway alongside Sammy Davis Jr. in ‘Mr. Wonderful’ and was married to famed musicians Cannonball Adderley and Len Chandler.

David Lynch, Visionary Director of ‘Twin Peaks’ and ‘Blue Velvet,’ Dies at 78
16/01/2025

David Lynch, Visionary Director of ‘Twin Peaks’ and ‘Blue Velvet,’ Dies at 78

Director David Lynch, who radicalized American film with with a dark, surrealistic artistic vision in films like 'Blue Velvet,' has died. He was 78.

David Lynch, Auteur Drawn to the Dark and the Dreamlike, Dies at 78
16/01/2025

David Lynch, Auteur Drawn to the Dark and the Dreamlike, Dies at 78

With such hallucinogenic masterworks as 'Eraserhead,' 'Blue Velvet,' 'Mulholland Drive,' 'Twin Peaks' and 'The Elephant Man,' he often left more questions than answers.

Linda Lavin, Busy Broadway Actress and Star of TV’s ‘Alice,’ Dies at 87
06/01/2025

Linda Lavin, Busy Broadway Actress and Star of TV’s ‘Alice,’ Dies at 87

The Tony winner starred in Neil Simon's 'Last of the Red Hot Lovers' and 'Broadway Bound' and was a tireless advocate for women's rights: "I had a commitment."

Aubrey Plaza's HusbandJeff Baena Dead At 47
06/01/2025

Aubrey Plaza's Husband
Jeff Baena Dead At 47

Filmmaker Jeff Baena -- best known for directing films like "Life After Beth" and "The Little Hours," and the husband of Aubrey Plaza, has died ... TMZ has learned.

Charles Shyer, 'Father of the Bride,' 'Private Benjamin' director, dies at 83
06/01/2025

Charles Shyer, 'Father of the Bride,' 'Private Benjamin' director, dies at 83

Charles Shyer, the director and producer known for the '90s "Father of the Bride" remake films, has died, reports say. He was 83.

Richard Perry, Record Producer Behind ‘You’re So Vain’ and Other Hits, Dies at 82
06/01/2025

Richard Perry, Record Producer Behind ‘You’re So Vain’ and Other Hits, Dies at 82

The hitmaking record producer behind many successes — including a Ringo Starr album featuring all four Beatles — died on Tuesday.

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