Now: Writer for Auburn athletic-department website, Then: Host of Premier Boxing Champions A cause of death has not been released for the Christchurch native. Former NFL star Irv Cross, who became the first Black Man to work full-time as a sports analyst on national television, died on Feb. 28, 2021.And this week, Boston University researchers revealed that Cross suffered from stage 4 chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), according to the Associated Press.Stage 4 is the most advanced stage of CTE, showing the damage that often causes behavioral . She began her acting career in the early 1980s by appearing in the soap opera Guiding Light. Keep in mind that we're dealing with the steamiest ESPN personalities of all-time, meaning some might be past their prime right now but were once ridiculously . "It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of my beloved mom Jessica. Ex-Fox News co-host ousted over scandal joins Newsmax "It is with sadness that we share the news of Sonny's passing in Los Angeles on Sunday January 24th of Covid Related Pneumonia," read the statement. In 2013, McClure revealed that he had been diagnosed with acute renal failure and in 2019, he said that he was being treated for kidney failure, according to the Associated Press. Now: MLB columnist for The Athletic; interview-show host for Stadium; MLB Network contributor, Then: ESPN.com columnist Former Fox News host Megyn Kelly. Irv Cross, of course, was not alone in misery among his former NFL brethren. The Big Brother UK alum died on April 9, according to Deadline. He was 73. He was receiving cancer treatment before he caught the coronavirus. Later in his career, Cross served as Idaho State University's athletic director (from 1996 to 1998) and director of athletics at Malcaster College (1999 to 2005). The maestro will sorely be missed but it comforts knowing his beautiful style and impactful work he shared with the world will live on.". Plummer, a Toronto native, gave up a career as a concert pianist to join the theater. Thompson, born Dearon Thompson, was found unresponsive at his Los Angeles home on the morning of Jan. 7, according to TMZ. Video: WAPT. Now: Radio host on SiriusXM, Then: ESPN MLB analyst, ESPN.com columnist He was 87. Broad co-founded homebuilding pioneer Kaufman and Broad Inc. and launched financial services giant SunAmerica Inc., both of which became Fortune 500 companies and led to his Forbes estimated $6.9 billion net worth. He was drafted in the seventh round by Philadelphia in 1961, was traded to the Los Angeles Rams in 1966 and returned to the Eagles in 1969 as a player-coach for his final season. Now: Freelance sports writer, Then: ESPN Radio host Now: Senior editor at The Ringer, Then: ESPN NBA reporter, columnist Now: NCAA.com college basketball reporter, Then: ESPN.com Houston Rockets beat writer He was the first Black person to receive the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame's Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award in 2009. March 14, 2022. The Canadian actor, best known for his role as Dave Turner in Degrassi: The Next Generation, has died at age 29. He was 91. The Philadelphia Eagles announced Cross' death on their website. He was 52. Stage 4 is the most advanced stage of CTE, showing the kind of damage that often causes cognitive and behavioral issues in those exposed to repetitive head trauma. The former bassist of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons died of COVID-19 on April 21. She was 26. MEDIA NEWS: Hearing @Brett_McMurphy will be joining @WatchStadium as a college football insider sometime in the next couple of months. "They would like to thank everyone for their prayers and support during this very difficult time.". She won the race first in 1996, and again with her BMW team the following year. On August 10, 2016, John Saunders collapsed on his bathroom floor and died. The actor, best known for his role as Rusty on the 1950s TV series The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin as a child actor, died on April 1. Tyler, who played Central Perk barista Gunther on the hit show, revealed his diagnosis for the first time in mid-June, about three years after his treatment began in 2018. In 2010, New York City's Henry Miller's Theatre was renamed the Stephen Sondheim Theatre in his honor. Cross joined CBS in 1971, becoming the first Black network sports show anchor. Williams' manager, Peg Donegan, confirmed to PEOPLE that the actor died at his home in Los Angeles. "It's been my privilege to work with Cloris Leachman, one of the most fearless actresses of our time. Vince Cellini. But many reporters have managed to prove a perfect combination of beauty with brains. "The entire BET family mourns the passing of one of our own, Ms. Ashley Gerren Taylor, beloved star of BET's Baldwin Hills," BET announced in a statement. Now: Writer. "My beloved sister, Olympia Dukakis, passed away this morning in New York City. (AP Photo/Mary Godleski) Schottenheimer was one of the best coaches in NFL history, winning 200 games with the Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs, Washington Football Club and San Diego Chargers. A former Detroit news anchor who worked at the country's first black-owned television station died last Tuesday a day after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, a report said. "The only person he wanted to be with was me. In Memoriam: Notable people who died in 2021 - ABC News "It is with an unspeakably heavy heart that I share the news of my father's passing," the Lost alum, 42, captioned her tribute. Now: Seattle Seahawks sideline reporter on 710 ESPN Seattle and KIRO Radio 97.3; radio host on 710 ESPN Seattle, Then: ESPN.com columnist Its amazing when faced with stuff like this, what strength some individuals have. Now: Weighing next move, Then: TrueHoop founder, writer, editor Former NFL star and CBS sports anchor Irv Cross had the brain disease ", SOPHIE released her debut single "Nothing More to Say" in 2013, and rose to prominence with her follow-up singles "Bipp" and "Lemonade.". He released his last album This Is Rock and Roll in 2017. The beloved journalist and radio host died in Los Angeles on Jan. 23. "The love he gave to everything he did, and everyone he knew will live forever. Now: St. Louis Cardinals beat reporter for The Athletic, Then: ESPN.com NHL reporter, columnist Then: ESPN SEC recruiting analyst Bob Neumeier, the affable broadcaster known as "Neumy" to legions of sports fans familiar with his work at Ch. Dickersons wife, Caitlin, died two years ago from melanoma, and the couple is survived by their 11-year-old son, Parker. ESPN Reporter Pedro Gomez Dies at 58 - Sports Illustrated "He was pretty much in a constant state of depression.". She died at Staten Island University Hospital after contracting COVID and being placed on a ventilator for nine weeks, Big Ang's sister Janine Detore told PEOPLE. Now: MLB columnist for The Athletic, analyst for CBS Sports HQ; radio host on SiriusXM, Then: ESPN St. Louis Cardinals beat reporter Hogan, a longtime television actor who was best known for his roles in hit shows including Law & Order and The Wire, died of complications from pneumonia on May 27. lions. ", Fellow comedian Ellen DeGeneres called White's life "exceptional. "We are devastated and deeply saddened by his sudden, and unexpected passing. TMZ confirmed that Langley was competing in the Coast to Coast Ensenada-San Felipe 250 off-road race and that his son, Zak, was with him at the time of his death. Now: Columnist for The Athletic, The MMQB, Then: ESPN.com Golden State Warriors reporter Gilliland, who was married to fellow actress and frequent costar Jean Smart for nearly 34 years, suffered from a "brief illness" prior to his death in Los Angeles, according to a press release shared with PEOPLE. Ernie Johnson's son Michael dies at age of 33 | CNN Linda Torres and Angela "Big Ang" Raiola. Jacobs was also a talented music producer, who worked on Tupac Shakur's breakthrough single "I Get Around," on which he also appears as a featured artist. On Monday, longtime anchor Kenny Mayne, who connected with fans and subjects in a novel manner through his "Mayne Event," NFL Countdown feature, announced he was leaving the network. Now: Back on ESPN for 2018 IndyCar season, Then: Play-by-play commentator on various ESPN events, including MLB coverage She added that he died "around 10:30pm Philippine time.". Here are some notable names who have left ESPN since last year: Dan Le Batard: Another former daytime radio host who also liked to venture into societal and political conversations, Le Batard and former ESPN president John Skipper have created a media company called Meadowlark that will be hosted on the DraftKings network for the next three years. "We are shocked and saddened to learn t Us media folks are rarely like that. We aren't trying to do much but have a small service for family and friends, and with Dan's wide range of friends, this should be achievable. In 2009, he received the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award. He had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's back in 2013. There, she befriended her neighbor Marilyn Monroe. When the bottom dropped out a year ago today, friends told me it would work out. Wailer first rose to international fame as a founding member of the iconic reggae group, alongside Marley, his childhood friend. He was a Dad, loving husband, loyal friend, coach and mentor, Gomezs family said in a statement published by ESPN Front Row. May the road rise up to meet you, my friend., When I would be sent to grab Bears sound at Halas @DickersonESPN was always the most helpful, cheery, positive, make you feel comfortable, pleasant, happy to see you dude going, tweeted Mark Carman, a video host for FanSided and host of the Bears postgame show on WGN. This site is for informational and entertainment purposes only. pic.twitter.com/zFBnHNWkfV, Jane McManus (@janesports) March 26, 2018, Then: ESPN investigative reporter