Fox News commentator, Bre Payton, has died suddenly … and she was only 26.
Payton, a conservative who wrote for The Federalist magazine, died in San Diego after suffering some sort of sudden illness … this according to the mag.
Morgan Murtaugh, a friend of hers who just ran for...
Fox News Commentator Bre Payton Dead at 26
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Saturday, December 29, 2018
Fox News Commentator Bre Payton Dead at 26
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
CNN Commentator Angela Rye Blasts TSA Agent for Touching "My Labia" (TMZ LIVE)
CNN’S political commentator Angela Rye has major beef with TSA after a pat down she says went way over the line of decency, and might even be criminal. Angela came on “TMZ Live” to explain why she ended up in tears after the incident in the Detroit…
Thursday, December 15, 2016
Craig Sager Dies; Beloved NBA Commentator Was 65
Sad news out of the sports world today, as longtime NBA sideline reporter Craig Sager has passed away at the age of 65.
Sager had been battling leukemia for the past two years.
While his condition sometimes forced Sager to step away from his post at Turner Sports, he returned to the sport he loved whenever possible, always bringing his affable demeanor and array of colorful suits along with him.
News of his death comes from Turner President David Levy, who issued the following statement moments ago:
“Craig Sager was a beloved member of the Turner family for more than three decades and he has been a true inspiration to all of us. There will never be another Craig Sager.
“His incredible talent, tireless work ethic and commitment to his craft took him all over the world covering sports.
“While he will be remembered fondly for his colorful attire and the TNT sideline interviews he conducted with NBA coaches and players, it’s the determination, grace and will to live he displayed during his battle with cancer that will be his lasting impact.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Craig’s wife, Stacy, and the entire Sager family during this difficult time. We will forever be Sager Strong.”
Sager’s passing comes just days after he was inducted Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame.
After being diagnosed in 2014, Sager received a marrow transplant and went into remission.
Sadly, the illness returned in March of this year.
Sager quickly became a trending topic on Twitter following news of his death, with colleagues, fans, and star athletes from every sport paying tribute.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver issued a statement reading:
“Craig was as vital to the NBA as the players and coaches.
“A true original and an essential voice on Turner Sports’ NBA coverage for 26 seasons, Craig chronicled some of the most memorable moments in league history and was a ubiquitous presence with his splashy suits and equally colorful personality.”
Sager is survived by his wife, Stacy, and his five children, Kacy, Craig Jr., Krista, Riley and Ryan.
Wednesday, August 17, 2016
John McLaughlin Dies; Politcal Commentator Was 89
John McLaughlin, a widely respected political commentator who hosted The McLaughlin Group since 1982, died on Tuesday at his home in Virginia.
He was 89 years old.
The sad news came just days after McLaughlin missed his first hosting of his eponymous syndicated public affairs program in over 34 years.
In his place on Sunday, veteran panelist Pat Buchanan took over hosting duties.
“I am under the weather,” McLaughlin explained in a message that prefaced this past weekend’s broadcast.
McLaughlin acknowledged at the time that his distinct, typically-bellowing voice heard in pre-taped intros, was “weaker than usual… yet my spirit is strong and my dedication to the show remains absolute!”
Of that, no viewer ever had any doubt.
The official Facebook account for The McLaughlin Group confirmed its leader’s passing with the following note:
“Earlier this morning, a beloved friend and mentor, Dr. John McLaughlin, passed away peacefully at the age of 89.
“As a former jesuit priest, teacher, pundit and news host, John touched many lives. For 34 years, The McLaughlin Group informed millions of Americans.
“Now he has said bye bye for the last time, to rejoin his beloved dog, Oliver, in heaven. He will always be remembered.”
McLaughlin held a Ph.D from Columbia University and created his popular syndicated political commentary program in 1982.
Airing on PBS, it featured McLaughlin leading a panel discussion of serious political and social issues.
“John McLaughlin was one of the most original and appealing television commentators of our time,” said Mortimer B. Zuckerman, Chairman and Publisher of The Daily News, who served as a regular panelist on the show.
Zuckerman added:
“The liveliness of The McLaughlin Group was a reflection of his unique personality as well as his keen intellect, which helped to cover and uncover the numerous landscapes of opinions that steered his listeners to make qualified decisions.
“I was privileged to spend many hours talking with John, on and off his show; his friendship and intelligence will be sorely missed, not only by me, but also by his many listeners, colleagues, family and friends.”
McLaughlin worked as a speechwriter for President Richard Nixon and was parodied by Saturday Night Live (the highest form of a compliment, really) on multiple occasions for his serious and brash on-air personality.
We send our condolences to those who knew him well.
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