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Tributes paid to Ann Widdecombe after her death aged 78
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said ‘she will be missed by us all’.
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The Economic Times
· Jul 7, 2026
Who was Lauren Bennett and how did she die?
Who was Lauren Bennett and how did she die?
Irish Mirror
· Jul 10, 2026
Ann Widdecombe dead aged 78: Tributes paid to former MP
Her death was confirmed by her spokesperson on Friday morning
Variety
· Jun 26, 2026
Ann Blyth, Who Played Joan Crawford’s Daughter in ‘Mildred Pierce,’ Dies at 98
Ann Blyth, who drew a 1946 Oscar nomination for her memorable performance as the spoiled, selfish daughter of Joan Crawford’s hard-working, devoted title character in the classic film “Mildred Pierce,” died Wednesday. She was 98. KABC’s George Pennachio reported her death. The dark beauty was also noted for her roles in prison drama “Brute Force” (1947), Mario []
The West Australian
· Jun 28, 2026
State funeral for Richard Scolyer to be held at Sydney Opera House
The wife of former Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer has confirmed details of a state memorial to honour the life of the pioneering cancer specialist.
Sada Elbalad
· Jun 26, 2026
"Mildred Pierce" Star Ann Blyth Dies at 98
Ann Blyth, who scored a 1946 Oscar nomination for her memorable performance as the spoiled, selfish daughter of Joan Crawford’s hard-working, devoted title character in the classic film “Mildred Pierce,” has died. She was 98.
ArcaMax
· Jul 5, 2026
Sharon Osbourne hails late husband Ozzy as 'forever my heart' on first wedding anniversary since rocker's death
The television personality honoured her late husband with a heartfelt social media message as she marked what would have been the couple's 44th wedding anniversary, almost a year after her Black Sabbath legend partner died.
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