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I’ve just lost myself in here for several hours, seeing several “I didn’t know they’d croaked” and numerous “They’re still alive?”. One that jumped out was Sir Douglas Quintet, of “She’s About A Mover” fame, listed from San Antonio, California. I don’t know of a San Antonio out here, but in any event, they’re from the somewhat better known Texas one.

I was recently in a discussion about the classic “Hell Drivers” on the subject of “who’s left from the cast”, and he would appear to be the only one of note still standing. Vera Day, who had a minor role, is also apparently still around.

Alexandra Bastedo shuffled off several years ago.

Well, he’s certainly a dead ringer now..... I’d have bet on him easily outlasting Mr. Loaf.

I’ve seen Turkish porn, and I support this viewpoint.

Just saw the news, apparently going downhill quickly. If he gets to 2022, would he get a UK obit?

I did have a scout around and nothing was jumping out at me, although if it did, it would do so in a zombie-like fashion.....

Just been reported here.

I like your thinking.

Several people have commented on his appearance at Undertaker’s retirement not being his usual self.

Throwing one out there for consideration: Sean Penn was looking rather rough this morning.

Also worthy of mention under the “wrestlers” topic as he had a foray into that field. A 2018 picture in another article looked to me as though he was an old-looking 55-56, so possibly some sort of issue had been going on for a while.

He must surely hold some sort of record for "longest time spent at death's door".....

Tom “Tiny” Lister Jr. aka Zeus: https://abc7.com/entertainment/tommy-lister-known-for-role-in-friday-movies-dies-at-62/8676417/

Being reported on PWInsider.com. They don’t “go to press” without verifying their sources.

Had recorded some new episodes relatively recently. Interestingly, record episode winner Ken Jennings had recently been brought in as a “consultant”, leading to speculation about him being lined up as a replacement.

Not exactly “on TV”, but there was the case of actor Gareth Jones who, while off-camera getting make-up during the live play ”Underground”, died. Remarkably, the cast and crew managed to improvise their way through it. Underground

In the "One to watch" category, the ever-reliable Pro Wrestling Insider is reporting that Terry Funk has cancelled a convention appearance this weekend due to the travel with multiple flights from his home in as to New York being a bit much for him, and that at least one other upcoming appearance in Philadelphia should be regarded as "iffy".

I was surprised to learn he was that age. No known prior health issues and seems to be in good fettle.

Older readers may recall “The Great American Game Shows” on the Lifestyle channel in the early days of satellite TV. He was a regular as the host of “Classic Concentration”.

The Fink is in town for Wrestlemania and looking well:

In news which will surprise precisely nobody, Tammy “Sunny” Sytch has been arrested yet again. In news which will surprise a lot of people: Yes, she’s still alive.....for now.

Not sure what to make of this. You would think he would base himself near a recognised facility with expertise in the field if he was going to be undergoing treatment: Hawaii isn't, AFAIK, noted for having something like a Mayo Clinic. As they say, developing story.....

In fairness, it's not unheard of for various media outlets to have pre-prepared obituaries for high-profile who are aging and/or unwell: older readers may recall that a good number of years ago, it emerged that the BBC almost interrupted radio programming to broadcast that the Queen had croaked, it only being stopped by the continuity announcer having the presence of mind to call the newsroom to confirm.