Playwright Jessie Jones Dies At 75
Jessie Jones, a playwright whose comedies became staples of regional and community theatre across the United States, died March 20 in Washington, D.
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Broadway Obituaries
Tony Award-Nominated Stage and Screen Actress Mary Beth Hurt Passes Away at 79
Stage and screen actress, and three-time Tony Award nominee Mary Beth Hurt, has passed away at age 79.
Theatre Producer and THE CROWN EP Robert Fox Dies at 73; Hugh Jackman Pays Tribute
Robert Fox, a producer on Broadway and West End shows, and the executive producer of Netflix's The Crown, died at 73, according to Deadline, and his collaborator Hugh Jackman paid tribute to him.
Peter Thompson, West End Publicist Behind CATS and PHANTOM, Dies at 81
The legendary West End publicist Peter Thompson, who's work includes the publicity for Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats, The Phantom of the Opera and more, has passed away at 81.
Tony Award Winning Stage Veteran Jane Lapotaire Passes Away at 81
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen veteran Jane Lapotaire, who won Olivier and Tony Awards for portraying French singer Édith Piaf in the play Piaf, passed away on March 5 at 81 years old.
Tony Award Nominee John Herrera Has Passed Away at 70
BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing of Broadway actor John Herrera.
Broadway Performer Sondra Lee Passes Away at Age 97
Broadway performer Sondra Lee died of natural causes in her New York City apartment at age 97.
Broadway Actor Mark Manley Passes Away at 71
Mark Manley, known for his roles in Broadway productions like Fiddler on the Roof has died at age 71 due to Alzheimer's Disease.
Acclaimed Stage and Screen Veteran Robert Duvall Passes Away at 95
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that acclaimed actor Robert Duvall, known for roles in films like To Kill a Mockingbird and The Godfather series, has passed away at the age of 95.
DAWSON'S CREEK Star James Van Der Beek Passes Away at 48
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that James Van Der Beek, best known for his celebrated role as Dawson Leery on the series Dawson's Creek, has passed away at the age of 48.
The 5th Dimension Co-Founder LaMonte McLemore Passes Away at 90
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that LaMonte McLemore, a founding member of the vocal group The 5th Dimension, passed away on Feb.
Veteran Theatre Journalist Harry Haun Has Died At 85
Veteran journalist Harry Haun, who covered theater for more than 50 years, passed away on February 2.
Award-Winning Actress and Comedian Catherine O'Hara Passes Away at 71
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that the award-winning actress and comedian Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in Home Alone and Schitt's Creek, has passed away at the age of 71.
Composer and Guitarist Ralph Towner Passes Away at 85
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that guitarist and composer Ralph Towner, known for his solo work as well as that with the chamber group Oregon, has passed away.
Theatre Critic Blanche Marvin Dies at 100
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor and theatre critic Blanche Marvin has died at age 100, four days before her 101st birthday.
Shakespeare & Company’s Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer Dies at 87
Tina Packer, Shakespeare & Company's Founding Artistic Director and acclaimed director, actor, writer, and teacher, has died at age 87.
Broadway and Screen Actor John Cunningham Dies at 93
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor John Cunningham died on Tuesday, January 6 at the age of 93.
Tony-Nominated Actress Marcia Rodd Passes Away at 87
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Tony Award-nominee Marcia Rodd, who originated the role of Bobbi in Neil Simon's Last of the Red Hot Lovers, passed away on December 27, 2025, at the age of 87.
The Drama League Associate Artistic Director, Nilan, Has Passed Away
The Drama League of New York's Associate Artistic Director Nilan passed away due to a sudden illness involving complications from flu.
Dancer and Actor Carmen de Lavallade Dies at 94
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actress, choreographer, and dancer Carmen de Lavallade has died at age 94.
Stage and Screen Performer Isiah Whitlock, Jr. Passes Away at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr.
Former THE LION KING Star Imani Dia Smith Has Died at 25
Imani Dia Smith, who previously starred as Young Nala on Broadway in Disney’s Lion King, has tragically died at the age of 25.
Prolific Filmmaker and Actor Rob Reiner Dies at 78
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that prolific filmmaker Rob Reiner, director of such films as When Harry Met Sally.
Choreographer, Playwright, Director, And Teacher LaVerne Reed Has Passed Away
The DC theatre community and artists across the United States are mourning the loss of the visionary musical theatre and choreography genius, LaVerne Reed.
Tom Stoppard, Tony-Winning Playwright, Dies at 88
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of prolific playwright Tom Stoppard, who dies at his home in Dorset, England.
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