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OKC, Oklahoma

Though there have been some "Celebrity" deaths already this year, This is probably the first one of any significance for most of us.

Rush drummer Neil Peart dead at 67

R.I.P. Professor....


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This really hurt. I freely admit to shedding some tears tonight over this. What a loss and what a talent.

I know it's an overused cliche, but we will never see his like again.

I guess this confirms why Rush quit touring a few years ago.

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Wow. Pretty shocking. An absolute legend.
   
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Interestingly, I read a tweet that captured the mood succinctly and I paraphrase:

"Ginger Baker, Keith Moon, John Bonham, Neil Peart, the Mt Rushmore of drummers"

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I believe that on Jan 1, the baseball world lost Don Larsen, to this day, the only pitcher to ever throw a perfect game in a world series game.


What a way to start off the year: 2 absolute legends of their respective fields
   
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To the greatest drummer rest in peace. You have brought great joy to my family and many of my friends. Your talent and musicianship inspired myself and my family. My son became the drummer he is today because of you. Thank you for all the music and lyrics you have left us.

 
   
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Was just coming to post this, really sad news

 
   
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Highlander Star Stan Kirsch Dies at 51 - comicbook.com

Many fans recognize Kirsch for his portrayal of Richie Ryan on Highlander, starring in 107 of the show's 119 episodes, airing from 1992 to 1998. He also appeared on multiple seasons of JAG, as both Lieutenant Ferrari and Ensign Frank Cody.
   
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Dwayne Johnson’s dad and WWE legend Rocky ‘Soul Man’ Johnson dies aged 75 - Metro

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Norwalk, Connecticut

Well...2020 does seem to be starting w/ a vengeance.

Reality is a nice place to visit, but I'd hate to live there.

Manchu wrote:I'm a Catholic. We eat our God.


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 timetowaste85 wrote:
Well...2020 does seem to be starting w/ a vengeance.


Oh yes - I've already lost a few friends & family this year


Anyhow -
TheOneRing.net wrote:Christopher Tolkien, son of J.R.R. Tolkien, longtime steward of the Middle-earth Legendarium and accomplished author in his own right, has passed away at 95.
First reported by Tolkien Society. Full remembrance coming soon.
   
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Oh man. His work expanding his father’s stories was exemplary. Gave me a real anti-Cat’s I the Cradle vibe. My son and I were planning to read the Fall of Gondolin after we finished the book we’re currently reading.

   
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Christopher Tolkien just died at the age of 95

This is sad news for all fans of his father's work, given how much effort he put into publishing JRR Tolkeiens manuscripts etc.

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Derek Fowlds: Yes Minister and Heartbeat actor dies aged 82 - BBC
   
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Monty Python star Terry Jones dies aged 77 - BBC
   
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I guess he won’t be setting anyone on fire anymore who weighs the same as a duck. RIP, Sir Bedevere.

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Sad news, but not unexpected when his aphasia was announced not long ago.

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One chants out between two worlds: Fire, walk with me."
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To lose Stan to suicide is heavy news. He was one of the many highlights of the Highlander series and made it fashionable to walk into a GW establishment in an American TV show.

Terry Jones was a magnificent comedic talent. A legend for sure.

Christoper Tolkien went to great lengths to ensure his father's legacy was upheld and for generations yet to come.

May we also spare a thought for Basil Brush as Derek Fowlds was indeed a great co star.

Rest in peace Gentlemen for you shall not be forgotten.

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May I suggest we all find an old woman to say Ni to?

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 Mad Doc Grotsnik wrote:
May I suggest we all find an old woman to say Ni to?


He was more a fan of saying “noo”, actually.

Reality is a nice place to visit, but I'd hate to live there.

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No no.

Ni.

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 Mad Doc Grotsnik wrote:
May I suggest we all find an old woman to say Ni to?


"oh what sad times are these when passing ruffians can say Ni at will to old ladies"

He will be missed

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 Mad Doc Grotsnik wrote:
May I suggest we all find an old woman to say Ni to?


Perhaps we ought to construct a large hollow rabbit with which to hide in instead?
   
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Norwalk, Connecticut

I’m going to start asking noblemen how much they know about birds. Swallows, to be specific. He was informed that you should know these things when you’re a king.

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 timetowaste85 wrote:
I’m going to start asking noblemen how much they know about birds. Swallows, to be specific. He was informed that you should know these things when you’re a king.


This should help
http://style.org/unladenswallow/

 
   
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Seeing more and more news stories saying that former NBA star Kobe Bryant was killed in a helicopter crash earlier today.
   
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Well crap.

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