Recently, the original cast of Martin reunited with Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Tichina Arnold, and Carl Anthony Payne II set to do a reunion show for BET+. Unfortunately, the fifth co-star, Thomas Mikal Ford, died in 2016. It’s been 30 years since the debut of the popular sitcom. It centered around radio and television personality Martin Payne, as it focused on his romantic relationship with Gina and his best friends. The show was huge during this time and managed to spawn five seasons. Now, some would say that the show didn’t exactly end on the best note due to some backstage
Does Martin Hold Up Over 30 Years Later?...
Does Martin Hold Up Over 30 Years Later?...
- 3/13/2022
- by Jeffrey Bowie Jr.
- TVovermind.com
Wazzup, wazzup, wazzuuuuuup! On Feb. 18, Deadline announced that a "Martin" 30th anniversary reunion, hosted by Affion Crockett, is coming to BET+ in 2022. The reunion special, taped on Feb. 20, will feature interviews with the surviving cast, including Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Tichina Arnold, and Carl Anthony Payne II, as well as behind-the-scenes commentary on the show's cultural significance. Sadly, Thomas Mikal Ford, who played Tommy, died in 2016 from a ruptured abdominal aneurysm. "To be able to sit here 30 years later with this amazing cast that has had such an impact on pop culture is truly a blessing," Lawrence said in a statement to Deadline. "I am always humbled that the fans still want more of the show and its characters. I am looking forward to the reunion special."
Lawrence's production company, RunTelDat Entertainment, will executive produce the reunion. "Martin is one of the most beloved sitcoms in our community, both because...
Lawrence's production company, RunTelDat Entertainment, will executive produce the reunion. "Martin is one of the most beloved sitcoms in our community, both because...
- 2/20/2022
- by Princess Gabbara
- Popsugar.com
Another classic sitcom is getting the reunion treatment: BET+ will host a Martin 30th anniversary special with stars Martin Lawrence (aka Martin), Tisha Campbell (Gina), Tichina Arnold (Pamela) and Carl Anthony Payne II (Cole), plus surprise guest appearances. (Thomas Mikal Ford, who played Tommy, passed away in 2016.)
The program, hosted by comedian and actor Affion Crockett, will feature “interviews with the cast, original directors, special musical performances, and behind the scenes commentary on the importance and impact of the show that shaped a generation.” The special is slated to debut later this year.
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The program, hosted by comedian and actor Affion Crockett, will feature “interviews with the cast, original directors, special musical performances, and behind the scenes commentary on the importance and impact of the show that shaped a generation.” The special is slated to debut later this year.
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- 2/18/2022
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
We’ve got questions, and you’ve (maybe) got answers! With another week of TV gone by, we’re lobbing queries left and right about dozens of shows including Claws, How I Met Your Father, The Resident and The Book of Boba Fett!
1 | In the Reacher season finale (sorta spoiler alert!), given how her mentor Detective Gray had been killed years prior, did you expect Roscoe to bludgeon Mayor Teale with the jeweled tip of his walking stick?
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1 | In the Reacher season finale (sorta spoiler alert!), given how her mentor Detective Gray had been killed years prior, did you expect Roscoe to bludgeon Mayor Teale with the jeweled tip of his walking stick?
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- 2/11/2022
- by Vlada Gelman, Matt Webb Mitovich, Kimberly Roots, Andy Swift, Dave Nemetz, Rebecca Iannucci, Ryan Schwartz, Mekeisha Madden Toby and Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
HBO Max has inked with deal with corporate sibling Warner Bros Television to stream Season 2 of the current OWN drama David Makes Man along with five ’90s-era Black-themed series: Hangin” with Mr. Cooper, In the House, The Jamie Foxx Show, Martin and The Parent ‘Hood.
All six series are available now on the streamer.
Season 2 of of OWN’s David Makes Man finds thirtysomething David (Kwame Patterson) as a rising businessman facing an opportunity that will change him and his community forever. The mounting pressure forces David to choose between the instincts that helped him survive or finding a new way to truly live. Arlen Escarpeta, Akili McDowell, Alana Arenas, Travis Coles and Cayden K. Williams also star.
Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper, which aired from 1992-97 on ABC, stars Mark Curry as a former college basketball superstar and ultimate prankster, who also happens to be the coolest substitute teacher around.
All six series are available now on the streamer.
Season 2 of of OWN’s David Makes Man finds thirtysomething David (Kwame Patterson) as a rising businessman facing an opportunity that will change him and his community forever. The mounting pressure forces David to choose between the instincts that helped him survive or finding a new way to truly live. Arlen Escarpeta, Akili McDowell, Alana Arenas, Travis Coles and Cayden K. Williams also star.
Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper, which aired from 1992-97 on ABC, stars Mark Curry as a former college basketball superstar and ultimate prankster, who also happens to be the coolest substitute teacher around.
- 11/1/2021
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
One question to ask is whether a Martin revival would really work, or if the show was best being left back in the 90s. That might sound a little harsh but it does bear a bit of thinking since the show hasn’t been seen in all that time, well over two decades, and the cast have all been busy for the most part. The only person that couldn’t possibly come back to the main group would be Thomas Mikal Ford since he passed away in 2016 unfortunately. Tisha Campbell, who played Gina, has been holding out hope for a reunion
Tisha Campbell Holding Out Hope For a Martin Revival...
Tisha Campbell Holding Out Hope For a Martin Revival...
- 11/26/2020
- by Tom
- TVovermind.com
101 Films have announced they are set to release Steven Pullen’s The Ballerina, an American horror film in the tradition of The Forest and The Awakening that takes the haunted forest sub-genre to terrifying new heights, on DVD and digital download next month.
On the run from Child Protective Services, Glenn and his nine-year- old daughter, Sophia, disappear into the swampy Virginia backwoods. In hiding they live off the land in a tattered tent, keeping a safe distance from other homeless outcasts and the gangs of rednecks who occupy the forest. The tragedy that has brought father and daughter to this desperate place has also torn a crater-like hole in their shattered lives, leaving the girl defenceless against nightly hauntings by ghosts who encircle the tent and breathe threats to carry her away. As the hauntings become increasingly violent and terrifying her father is forced to try everything in his...
On the run from Child Protective Services, Glenn and his nine-year- old daughter, Sophia, disappear into the swampy Virginia backwoods. In hiding they live off the land in a tattered tent, keeping a safe distance from other homeless outcasts and the gangs of rednecks who occupy the forest. The tragedy that has brought father and daughter to this desperate place has also torn a crater-like hole in their shattered lives, leaving the girl defenceless against nightly hauntings by ghosts who encircle the tent and breathe threats to carry her away. As the hauntings become increasingly violent and terrifying her father is forced to try everything in his...
- 1/11/2018
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
101 Films boards horror from director Steve Pullen.
Steve Pullen’s Us horror The Ballerina has been picked up for UK distribution by 101 Films.
Source: 101 Films
The Ballerina
UK outfit Coffee & Cigarettes negotiated the deal on behalf of the producers and also helped market and package the project.
Starring Deena Dill (Scandal), Thomas Mikal Ford (Harlem Nights) and Adella Gautier (Now You See Me), the film follows a man on the run from child protective services with his nine-year-old daughter. Hiding in the swampy backwoods of Virginia, they live off the land and keep their distance from the inhabitants of the nearby forest. At night, the daughter is haunted by ghosts that threaten to take her away – as they become more violent, the father must try everything in his power to free her.
The Ballerina was directed, written and produced by Steve Pullen. Mark Hieronimus and Peggy Pullen were also producers on the project.
Steve Pullen’s Us horror The Ballerina has been picked up for UK distribution by 101 Films.
Source: 101 Films
The Ballerina
UK outfit Coffee & Cigarettes negotiated the deal on behalf of the producers and also helped market and package the project.
Starring Deena Dill (Scandal), Thomas Mikal Ford (Harlem Nights) and Adella Gautier (Now You See Me), the film follows a man on the run from child protective services with his nine-year-old daughter. Hiding in the swampy backwoods of Virginia, they live off the land and keep their distance from the inhabitants of the nearby forest. At night, the daughter is haunted by ghosts that threaten to take her away – as they become more violent, the father must try everything in his power to free her.
The Ballerina was directed, written and produced by Steve Pullen. Mark Hieronimus and Peggy Pullen were also producers on the project.
- 12/19/2017
- by Tom Grater
- Screen Daily Test
101 Films boards horror from director Steve Pullen.
Steve Pullen’s Us horror The Ballerina has been picked up for UK distribution by 101 Films.
Source: 101 Films
The Ballerina
UK outfit Coffee & Cigarettes negotiated the deal on behalf of the producers and also helped market and package the project.
Starring Deena Dill (Scandal), Thomas Mikal Ford (Harlem Nights) and Adella Gautier (Now You See Me), the film follows a man on the run from child protective services with his nine-year-old daughter. Hiding in the swampy backwoods of Virginia, they live off the land and keep their distance from the inhabitants of the nearby forest. At night, the daughter is haunted by ghosts that threaten to take her away – as they become more violent, the father must try everything in his power to free her.
The Ballerina was directed, written and produced by Steve Pullen. Mark Hieronimus and Peggy Pullen were also producers on the project.
The film premiered...
Steve Pullen’s Us horror The Ballerina has been picked up for UK distribution by 101 Films.
Source: 101 Films
The Ballerina
UK outfit Coffee & Cigarettes negotiated the deal on behalf of the producers and also helped market and package the project.
Starring Deena Dill (Scandal), Thomas Mikal Ford (Harlem Nights) and Adella Gautier (Now You See Me), the film follows a man on the run from child protective services with his nine-year-old daughter. Hiding in the swampy backwoods of Virginia, they live off the land and keep their distance from the inhabitants of the nearby forest. At night, the daughter is haunted by ghosts that threaten to take her away – as they become more violent, the father must try everything in his power to free her.
The Ballerina was directed, written and produced by Steve Pullen. Mark Hieronimus and Peggy Pullen were also producers on the project.
The film premiered...
- 12/19/2017
- by Tom Grater
- ScreenDaily
Carrie Fisher, Debbie Reynolds and Mary Tyler Moore were just a few of the famous faces that were honored during the in memoriam at Sunday evening’s Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Hosted live from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Moore — who passed away Wednesday — and the mother-daughter duo — who died one day apart in December — were some of the many late actors and actresses that were recognized on-screen at the annual awards show for their contribution to the world of film and television.
In a touching tribute, the SAG Awards honored the men — Ken Howard, William Schallert, Jack Riley,...
Hosted live from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Moore — who passed away Wednesday — and the mother-daughter duo — who died one day apart in December — were some of the many late actors and actresses that were recognized on-screen at the annual awards show for their contribution to the world of film and television.
In a touching tribute, the SAG Awards honored the men — Ken Howard, William Schallert, Jack Riley,...
- 1/30/2017
- by Natalie Stone
- PEOPLE.com
Singer Sharon Jones died after a long battle against pancreatic cancer on Friday. She was 60.
According to a statement to Et, the singer "was surrounded by loved ones, including the Dap-Kings."
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Jones first began singing in church and school, before performing professionally as a wedding singer in the 1970s. The bulk of Jones' success, however, came three decades later, after starting her band, Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings. The band released its debut album, Dap Dippin' With Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings, to immediate attention and critical acclaim in 2002, and quickly released three more albums, Naturally (2005), 100 Days, 100 Nights (2007) and I Learned the Hard Way (2010).
In June 2013, Jones announced that she was diagnosed with cancer, and subsequently put the band's fifth album, Give the People What They Want, on hold while she underwent chemotherapy. During the 2015 premiere of her documentary film, Miss [link=nm...
According to a statement to Et, the singer "was surrounded by loved ones, including the Dap-Kings."
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Jones first began singing in church and school, before performing professionally as a wedding singer in the 1970s. The bulk of Jones' success, however, came three decades later, after starting her band, Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings. The band released its debut album, Dap Dippin' With Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings, to immediate attention and critical acclaim in 2002, and quickly released three more albums, Naturally (2005), 100 Days, 100 Nights (2007) and I Learned the Hard Way (2010).
In June 2013, Jones announced that she was diagnosed with cancer, and subsequently put the band's fifth album, Give the People What They Want, on hold while she underwent chemotherapy. During the 2015 premiere of her documentary film, Miss [link=nm...
- 11/19/2016
- Entertainment Tonight
Gwen Ifill, a co-host of the long-running PBS NewsHour and a noted debate moderator, has died following a battle with cancer. She was 61.
"It is with extremely heavy hearts that we must share that our dear friend and beloved colleague Gwen Ifill passed away this afternoon following several months of cancer treatment," a statement from PBS NewsHour read. "She was surrounded by loving family and many friends whom we ask that you keep in your thoughts and prayers."
Paula Krager, PBS's president and CEO, celebrated Ifill's career in her own statement.
Photos: Stars We've Lost In Recent Years
"Gwen was one of America's leading lights in journalism and a fundamental reason public media is considered a trusted window on the world by audiences across the nation," Krager said. "Her contributions to thoughtful reporting and civic discourse simply cannot be overstated. She often said that her job was to bring light rather than heat to issues of importance...
"It is with extremely heavy hearts that we must share that our dear friend and beloved colleague Gwen Ifill passed away this afternoon following several months of cancer treatment," a statement from PBS NewsHour read. "She was surrounded by loving family and many friends whom we ask that you keep in your thoughts and prayers."
Paula Krager, PBS's president and CEO, celebrated Ifill's career in her own statement.
Photos: Stars We've Lost In Recent Years
"Gwen was one of America's leading lights in journalism and a fundamental reason public media is considered a trusted window on the world by audiences across the nation," Krager said. "Her contributions to thoughtful reporting and civic discourse simply cannot be overstated. She often said that her job was to bring light rather than heat to issues of importance...
- 11/14/2016
- Entertainment Tonight
New York -- Robert Vaughn, the debonair, Oscar-nominated actor whose many film roles were eclipsed by his hugely popular turn in television’s The Man From U.N.C.L.E., has died. He was 83.
Vaughn died Friday morning after a brief battle with acute leukemia, according to his manager, Matthew Sullivan.
The Man From U.N.C.L.E. was an immediate hit, particularly with young people, when it debuted on NBC 1964. It was part of an avalanche of secret agent shows (I Spy, Mission: Impossible, Secret Agent), spoofs (Get Smart), books (The Spy Who Came in From the Cold) and even songs (Secret Agent Man) inspired by the James Bond films.
Vaughn’s urbane superspy Napoleon Solo teamed with Scottish actor David McCallum’s Illya Kuryakin, a soft-spoken, Russian-born agent.
Photos: Stars We've Lost In Recent Years
The pair, who had put aside Cold War differences for a greater good, worked together each week for the mysterious U.N.C.L.E. (United...
Vaughn died Friday morning after a brief battle with acute leukemia, according to his manager, Matthew Sullivan.
The Man From U.N.C.L.E. was an immediate hit, particularly with young people, when it debuted on NBC 1964. It was part of an avalanche of secret agent shows (I Spy, Mission: Impossible, Secret Agent), spoofs (Get Smart), books (The Spy Who Came in From the Cold) and even songs (Secret Agent Man) inspired by the James Bond films.
Vaughn’s urbane superspy Napoleon Solo teamed with Scottish actor David McCallum’s Illya Kuryakin, a soft-spoken, Russian-born agent.
Photos: Stars We've Lost In Recent Years
The pair, who had put aside Cold War differences for a greater good, worked together each week for the mysterious U.N.C.L.E. (United...
- 11/11/2016
- Entertainment Tonight
Singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen has died, his record label, Sony Music Canada, confirmed on Thursday. He was 82.
Watch: 'Martin' Star Tommy Ford Dies at 52
"It is with profound sorrow we report that legendary poet, songwriter and artist, Leonard Cohen has passed away," read a post on Cohen's Facebook page. "We have lost one of music’s most revered and prolific visionaries. A memorial will take place in Los Angeles at a later date. The family requests privacy during their time of grief." A cause of death was not given.
The Recording Academy also mourned Cohen's death in a statement to Et, saying, "We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Grammy® Award winner and 2010 Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Leonard Cohen."
"During an influential career that spanned more than five decades, Leonard became one of the most revered pop poets and a musical touchstone for many songwriters," the statement continued. "His extraordinary...
Watch: 'Martin' Star Tommy Ford Dies at 52
"It is with profound sorrow we report that legendary poet, songwriter and artist, Leonard Cohen has passed away," read a post on Cohen's Facebook page. "We have lost one of music’s most revered and prolific visionaries. A memorial will take place in Los Angeles at a later date. The family requests privacy during their time of grief." A cause of death was not given.
The Recording Academy also mourned Cohen's death in a statement to Et, saying, "We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Grammy® Award winner and 2010 Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Leonard Cohen."
"During an influential career that spanned more than five decades, Leonard became one of the most revered pop poets and a musical touchstone for many songwriters," the statement continued. "His extraordinary...
- 11/11/2016
- Entertainment Tonight
The cast of Martin has come together in the midst of tragedy. Entertainment Weekly reports the cast of the Fox sitcom recently reunited for the funeral of co-star Tommy Ford.Ford died suddenly last week at the age of 52. On the '90s sitcom, he played Thomas "Tommy" Strawn alongside fellow co-stars Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Carl Anthony Payne II, and Tichina Arnold.Read More…...
- 10/21/2016
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Tommy Ford’s Martin castmates reunited Wednesday for their costar’s funeral.
A week after the Martin actor â. he played Tommy Strawn on the five-season series â. died at the age of 52 in an Atlanta hospital, friends and family gathered to pay their respects.
Martin Lawrence, Carl Anthony Payne II, Tichina Arnold and Tisha Martin were among members of the cast who reunited for Ford’s funeral and celebrated the life of their late costar and friend.
“Today was not easy..but by the grace of God we all got through it. Words cannot express our gratitude for all of your Prayers,...
A week after the Martin actor â. he played Tommy Strawn on the five-season series â. died at the age of 52 in an Atlanta hospital, friends and family gathered to pay their respects.
Martin Lawrence, Carl Anthony Payne II, Tichina Arnold and Tisha Martin were among members of the cast who reunited for Ford’s funeral and celebrated the life of their late costar and friend.
“Today was not easy..but by the grace of God we all got through it. Words cannot express our gratitude for all of your Prayers,...
- 10/20/2016
- by nstonepeople
- PEOPLE.com
The cast of “Martin” gathered to say goodbye to their fallen colleague on Wednesday at Tommy Ford’s funeral, with Ford’s former co-star Carl Payne saying, “Today wasn’t easy.” Payne, who played Cole Brown on the ’90s sitcom, posted a photo with his former castmates on Instagram, along with a tribute to Ford. “Today wasn’t easy. We laid our brother to rest,” Payne wrote. “However through God’s grace and the love, support and prayers of friends, family and loved ones all is well.” Also Read: Tommy Ford Remembered by Martin Lawrence: 'I Lost a Wonderful Friend' Tichina Arnold — a.
- 10/20/2016
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
Tommy Ford's Martin co-stars gathered together to remember their late friend during his memorial service on Wednesday. The actor—best known for his role as Tommy Strawn in the '90s sitcom—suddenly died last week, taking all of his friends and family members by surprise. They admitted it was still difficult for them to wrap their head around it as they attended his funeral service this week. Carl Payne took to Instagram to pay tribute to Ford, sharing a photo alongside several of the other Martin stars, including Tichina Arnold and Tisha Martin. "Today wasn't easy," he captioned the photo. "We laid our brother to rest." He continued,...
- 10/20/2016
- E! Online
[[tmz:video id="0_odp6kiuk"]] Tommy Ford talked like he was at death's door shortly before he died. TMZ has obtained what appears to be the "Martin" star's last interview ever with Xcellence Community Magazine founder Dr. Angella Banks. He almost wrote his own eulogy. TMZ broke the story ... Tommy died Wednesday after an aneurysm ruptured. He was 52. R.I.P. Read more...
- 10/15/2016
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Tommy Ford, star of Martin, died Wednesday, Oct. 12 in an Atlanta Hospital after being taken off life support. He was admitted to the hospital Sunday for a ruptured aneurysm in his abdomen. Known for being on all five seasons of Martin along with The Parkers and Who’s Got Jokes, Ford was a beloved actor. He had tweeted […]
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- 10/14/2016
- by Sean Fahey
- Uinterview
Actor Thomas Mikal "Tommy" Ford has died at the age of 52. Per USA Today, Ford passed away following a burst aneurysm. He is perhaps best known for playing Tommy Strawn on Martin Lawrence's Fox sitcom, Martin.When Martin ended. Ford went on to portray Lt. Malcolm Barker on the New York Undercover TV show on Fox -- a police drama -- in 1998 and '99. He recurred on Upn's Moesha spin-off, The Parkers, from 2000 to 2001. Other TV series work includes TVOne's Who's Got Jokes (2006-2008). His last TV appearance was on Brandy Norwood's Bet sitcom, Zoe Ever After, in 2016.Read More…...
- 10/13/2016
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Martin Lawrence is mourning the loss of his Martin costar Tommy Ford after the actor passed away at the age of 52 on Wednesday.
Lawrence, who was a co-creator and star of the 5-season sitcom, said in a statement to People, “Tommy was not only a great costar but he was a great man and friend. He always brought with him his spirituality a positive attitude and so much joy. I am sad the world lost a great talent and that I lost a wonderful friend. God bless him and his family.”
Ford played Tommy Strawn — best friend to Lawrence’s...
Lawrence, who was a co-creator and star of the 5-season sitcom, said in a statement to People, “Tommy was not only a great costar but he was a great man and friend. He always brought with him his spirituality a positive attitude and so much joy. I am sad the world lost a great talent and that I lost a wonderful friend. God bless him and his family.”
Ford played Tommy Strawn — best friend to Lawrence’s...
- 10/13/2016
- by nstonepeople
- PEOPLE.com
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Fans said goodbye to Tommy Ford on Wednesday when the actor died at the young age of 52.
Born Thomas Mykal Ford, the actor was hospitalized earlier in the week and died on Wednesday, the actor’s agent confirmed to People. In a statement obtained by People, his family stated: “It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Son, father, brother, husband, and friend Tommy Mykhal Ford. On behalf of the family, we would like to thank everyone for their love, support and prayers. Funeral arrangements will be forthcoming.
Fans said goodbye to Tommy Ford on Wednesday when the actor died at the young age of 52.
Born Thomas Mykal Ford, the actor was hospitalized earlier in the week and died on Wednesday, the actor’s agent confirmed to People. In a statement obtained by People, his family stated: “It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Son, father, brother, husband, and friend Tommy Mykhal Ford. On behalf of the family, we would like to thank everyone for their love, support and prayers. Funeral arrangements will be forthcoming.
- 10/13/2016
- by Alexia Fernandez
- PEOPLE.com
Martin Lawrence mourned the loss of his sitcom co-star Tommy Ford on Wednesday, calling Ford “a great man and friend. “I lost a wonderful friend,” he lamented. “Tommy was not only a great co-star but he was a great man and friend. He always brought with him his spirituality a positive attitude and so much joy,” Lawrence said in a statement provided to TheWrap. “I am sad the world lost a great talent and that I lost a wonderful friend. God bless him and his family.” Ford died at age 52 in an Atlanta hospital on Wednesday. The actor was placed.
- 10/13/2016
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
Steve Harvey, Vivica A. Fox and more members of Hollywood are mourning the death of Tommy Ford, who died Wednesday at age 52.
Ford, who was a star on the ’90s comedic sitcom Martin, was hospitalized at the time of his death, a rep for the actor confirmed to People. He had been hospitalized and on life support after suffering a ruptured aneurysm in his abdomen, according to TMZ.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Son, father, brother, husband, and friend Tommy Mykhal Ford,” Ford’s family said in a statement obtained by People.
Ford, who was a star on the ’90s comedic sitcom Martin, was hospitalized at the time of his death, a rep for the actor confirmed to People. He had been hospitalized and on life support after suffering a ruptured aneurysm in his abdomen, according to TMZ.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Son, father, brother, husband, and friend Tommy Mykhal Ford,” Ford’s family said in a statement obtained by People.
- 10/13/2016
- by nstonepeople
- PEOPLE.com
Dylan Rieder, a pro skateboarder and edgy model, lost his battle with cancer on Wednesday. He was 28. According to a press release obtained by The Ride Channel, Rieder died of complications related to leukemia. Growing up in Westminster, California, Rieder began skating when he was 9 years old and went on to become a cult figure in the extreme sports world, working for skateboarding companies like Birdhouse, Osiris, Rasa Libre, Quicksilver, Huf, F—ing Awesome and Alien Workshop. Also Read: Tommy Ford, Star of '90s Sitcom 'Martin,' Dies at 52 In 2006, he released a part in the skateboarding video “Transworld...
- 10/12/2016
- by Debbie Emery
- The Wrap
E! News has learned that actor and comedian Tommy Ford has died. Ford, who is best known for his role as Tommy Strawn in the '90s sitcom Martin, passed away on Wednesday after being on life support at an Atlanta hospital since Sunday due to a ruptured aneurysm in his abdomen. "It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved son, father, brother, husband, and friend Tommy Mykhal Ford," his family tells E! News in a statement. "On behalf of the family, we would like to thank everyone for their love, support and prayers. Funeral arrangements will be forthcoming. Please respect the privacy of the Ford family during our time of grief." His public...
- 10/12/2016
- E! Online
Updated with family statement: Tommy Ford, who starred as Tommy on the 1990s sitcom Martin, has died. He was 52. His family released the following statement via his publicist to Deadline. “It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Son, father, brother, husband, and friend Tommy Mykal Ford. On behalf of the family, we would like to thank everyone for their love, support and prayers. Funeral arrangements will be forthcoming. Please…...
- 10/12/2016
- Deadline TV
Actor Tommy Ford, who played Martin Lawrence’s friend Tommy on the Fox sitcom Martin, has died at age 52.
Ford passed away Wednesday in an Atlanta hospital after an aneurysm ruptured in his abdomen, TMZ is reporting. Ford was rushed to the hospital on Sunday and placed on life support; he was surrounded by family and friends at the time of his death.
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Ford is best known for playing levelheaded straight man Tommy Strawn on Martin, appearing in every episode across five seasons. (He was credited as “Thomas Mikal Ford” at the time.) The...
Ford passed away Wednesday in an Atlanta hospital after an aneurysm ruptured in his abdomen, TMZ is reporting. Ford was rushed to the hospital on Sunday and placed on life support; he was surrounded by family and friends at the time of his death.
RelatedNCIS Remembers Showrunner Gary Glasberg
Ford is best known for playing levelheaded straight man Tommy Strawn on Martin, appearing in every episode across five seasons. (He was credited as “Thomas Mikal Ford” at the time.) The...
- 10/12/2016
- TVLine.com
Actor Tommy Ford, who is best-known for playing Martin Lawrence’s best friend Tommy on the 1990s sitcom “Martin” has died. A PR rep for the actor confirmed the news on Twitter on Wednesday evening. TMZ writes that Ford passed away on Wednesday in an Atlanta hospital after previously being place on life support. He was […]...
- 10/12/2016
- by Rachel West
- ET Canada
“Martin” star Thomas Mikal Ford, better known as Tommy Ford, died Wednesday in an Atlanta hospital at the age of 52, a representative for the actor confirmed. The actor was placed on life support and hospitalized on Sunday for an aneurysm that ruptured in his abdomen, his wife told TMZ. A statement from Ford’s social media account said that he was surrounded by family when he died. “To all family and friends of Tommy Ford. We would like to inform everyone that our brother passed away today October 12, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Please keep his family in your prayers as.
- 10/12/2016
- by Rasha Ali
- The Wrap
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Tommy Ford, known for his role as Tommy Strawn on the ’90s sitcom Martin, has died. He was 52.
Born Thomas Mykal Ford on Sept. 15, 1964 in Los Angeles, the actor, who was hospitalized Sunday, died Wednesday, his agent confirmed to People.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Son, father, brother, husband, and friend Tommy Mykhal Ford,” Ford’s family said in a statement obtained by People. “On behalf of the family, we would like to thank everyone for their love, support and prayers. Funeral arrangements will be forthcoming.
Tommy Ford, known for his role as Tommy Strawn on the ’90s sitcom Martin, has died. He was 52.
Born Thomas Mykal Ford on Sept. 15, 1964 in Los Angeles, the actor, who was hospitalized Sunday, died Wednesday, his agent confirmed to People.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Son, father, brother, husband, and friend Tommy Mykhal Ford,” Ford’s family said in a statement obtained by People. “On behalf of the family, we would like to thank everyone for their love, support and prayers. Funeral arrangements will be forthcoming.
- 10/12/2016
- by nstonepeople
- PEOPLE.com
Tommy Ford -- who played Tommy on the '90s hit show "Martin" -- has died ... TMZ has learned. Tommy passed away Wednesday in an Atlanta hospital surrounded by family and friends. As we reported, Ford had been on life support after an aneurysm ruptured in his abdomen. He was initially hospitalized Sunday, and his health had declined since. Family made the decision to turn off support this afternoon. Ford played Martin Lawrence's best...
- 10/12/2016
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Tommy Ford, a star of ’90s sitcom Martin, has been hospitalized, a rep for the actor confirms to People.
Ford, who appeared on all five seasons of the series from 1992 to 1997, has been on life support at an Atlanta hospital since Sunday after suffering a ruptured aneurysm in his abdomen, according to TMZ.
Since his hospitalization over the weekend, a source tells People that the actor’s costars are traveling to Atlanta to be with the actor, including Tichina Arnold who “dropped everything” to be with Ford.
“She just dropped everything to fly out there. She was supposed to be on a carpet,...
Ford, who appeared on all five seasons of the series from 1992 to 1997, has been on life support at an Atlanta hospital since Sunday after suffering a ruptured aneurysm in his abdomen, according to TMZ.
Since his hospitalization over the weekend, a source tells People that the actor’s costars are traveling to Atlanta to be with the actor, including Tichina Arnold who “dropped everything” to be with Ford.
“She just dropped everything to fly out there. She was supposed to be on a carpet,...
- 10/12/2016
- by nstonepeople
- PEOPLE.com
Thomas Mykal Ford, who starred on five seasons of Martin Lawrence's Martin sitcom, died late Wednesday afternoon, his agent, Joy Pervis, told the The Hollywood Reporter. He was 52. Ford's family released a statement: "It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved son, father, brother, husband, and friend Tommy Mykhal Ford. On behalf of the family, we would like to thank everyone for their love, support and prayers. Funeral arrangements will be forthcoming. Please respect the privacy of the Ford family during our time of grief." To all family and friends of
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- 10/12/2016
- by Ryan Parker
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Tommy Ford -- who famously played Tommy on the '90s sitcom "Martin" -- is on life support at an Atlanta hospital after an aneurysm ruptured in his abdomen ... his wife tells TMZ. Ford has been hospitalized since Sunday and his health has declined ever since. He is currently on life support and is not expected to make it through the day. Ford's wife, Gina, says the family is still praying for him. Earlier, Ford's pal,...
- 10/12/2016
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Director Roger Melvin’s family movies, ‘In Sickness and In Health’ and ‘To Love and To Cherish,’ are set to be released as a double feature on DVD. One Village Entertainment is set to release the two television family films, which both debuted last year, on home entertainment on January 7, 2014. The double feature, which stars Chico Benymon, Denise Boutte, Golden Brooks, Jennifer Freeman, Mel Jackson and Tommy Ford, will be available for $14.98. One Village Entertainment has released the following synopses for Melvin’s two films: ‘In Sickness and In Health’ tells the story of the young and gorgeous Faith who seems to have it all, including a fiancé who [ Read More ]
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- 12/26/2013
- by Karen Benardello
- ShockYa
The Peachtree International Film Festival will celebrate its eighth year in downtown Atlanta, Ga August 23-25. Among the top films being showcased are Jono Oliver's Home, which stars Gbenga Akinnagbe as a man suffering from mental illness who's trying to rebuild his life. Tambay saw the film back in April, and enjoyed it. Also being screened is romantic comedy First Impression starring Lamman Rucker and Lisa Anderson as a couple brought together by internet romance. Written by Regis Le'Bron and directed by Arthur Muhammad, the film co-stars David and Tamala Mann, Tommy Ford, Elise Neal, Brad James, and Carl Payne. This year's festival will also feature a concert,...
- 7/3/2013
- by Jai Tiggett
- ShadowAndAct
Since we try as hard as we can to cover everything, we do miss some things here and there. But we didn't miss this! This being that Lionsgate Home Video has announced that they will be releasing the "laugh out loud" new comedy Baby Mama's Club on DVD in May 28th. Starring Tommy Ford (that guy from Martin), Carl Payne (that other guy from Martin), Terri J. Vaughn (that lady who used to be on the old Steve Harvey Show), Miko DeFoor (the guy who used to be on...????) and Nephew Tommy (and once again who in the hell is Nephew Tommy???) and the official synopsis says that the film is about: "James, a consummate womanizer and Randall, a devoted husband who are unlikely best...
- 3/12/2013
- by Sergio
- ShadowAndAct
Details from the press release... Production is underway in Atlanta on Gmc’s original World Premiere feature film In The Meantime, starring Kali Hawk, Darrin Dewitt Henson, Terri J. Vaughn, Thomas Mikal Ford, Rodney Perry, David Mann, Tamela Mann and Musiq Soulchild in his film debut. In The Meantime is directed and produced by former Tyler Perry Studios executive Roger M. Bobb and will make its world television premiere on Gmc TV in July. The screenplay is written by Nzinga Kadalie Kemp and was the grand-prize winner of the second Gmc Faith and Family Screenplay Competition presented at the American Black Film Festival in 2012. The competition’s first winning screenplay was...
- 3/6/2013
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
On August 27, 1992, Martin aired its very first episode on Fox, on its way to a 5-season run, finally closing down on May 1, 1997. Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Tichina Arnold, Thomas Mikal Ford, Carl Anthony Payne II, and Garrett Morris made up the series starring cast for most of its 5 seasons - a series that was one of Fox's highest-rated shows during its entire run. It was during a period in the early to mid-1990s when Fox attracted many African American eyeballs, with a lineup that included (in addition to Martin), Living Single, In Living Color, and New York Undercover - shows that were...
- 12/23/2012
- by Courtney
- ShadowAndAct
The new comedy series starring comedian and radio personality Rickey Smiley is produced by Roger Bobb and will premiere on TV One, tonight, September 18, 2012, at 9pm. Joining Smiley in the cast will be Ray J, J. Anthony Brown, Lil Jj, Roz Ryan, Noree Victoria and Demetria McKinney. The show will also feature some 10 guest appearances throughout the season, including Fred Hammond, Lisa Ray, Tommy Ford and Terri J. Vaughn. Details on series plot, and more in the press release below (preview of the series at the bottom of this post): - The Rickey Smiley Show, scheduled to premiere on September, 18, 2012 on TV One, will offer an all-star cast which, in...
- 9/19/2012
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
On August 27, 1992, Martin aired its very first episode on Fox, on its way to a 5-season run, finally closing down on May 1, 1997. Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Tichina Arnold, Thomas Mikal Ford, Carl Anthony Payne II, and Garrett Morris made up the series starring cast for most of its 5 seasons - a series that was one of Fox's highest-rated shows during its entire run. It was during a period in the early to mid-1990s when Fox attracted many African American eyeballs, with a lineup that included (in addition to Martin), Living Single, In Living Color, and New York Undercover - shows that were some of...
- 8/29/2012
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
The new comedy series starring comedian and radio personality Rickey Smiley is produced by Roger Bobb and will premiere on TV One, on September 18, 2012. Joining Smiley in the cast will be Ray J, J. Anthony Brown, Lil Jj, Roz Ryan, Noree Victoria and Demetria McKinney. The show will also feature some 10 guest appearances throughout the season, including Fred Hammond, Lisa Ray, Tommy Ford and Terri J. Vaughn. Details on series plot, and more in the press release below (preview of the series at the bottom of this post): - The Rickey Smiley Show, scheduled to premiere on September, 18, 2012 on TV One, will offer an all-star cast which, in addition to the...
- 8/10/2012
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
Chicago – Hilarity is back in the Windy City as the annual “Just for Laughs” festival comes to town to kick off summer. Over the next five days, Chicago venues will be rocking with comedy legends like Steve Martin, and the smaller clubs around town will also be featuring up-and-coming acts.
Every day through Saturday, June 18th, over one dozen acts and venues will be open to catch the hottest comedians working. HollywoodChicago.com has compiled the highlights of each day, with both the big acts and something more Chicago-centric to celebrate one of comedy’s great American cities. For a complete schedule, including ticket buying information, click here.
Scott Adsit and John Lutz of ‘Adsit and Lutz’
Photo credit: Just for Laughs
Wednesday, June 15
”Adsit and Lutz” of “30 Rock”
The Producer (Scott Adsit as Pete Hornberger) and one of the Writers (John Lutz as Lutz) of the hilarious sitcom “30 Rock...
Every day through Saturday, June 18th, over one dozen acts and venues will be open to catch the hottest comedians working. HollywoodChicago.com has compiled the highlights of each day, with both the big acts and something more Chicago-centric to celebrate one of comedy’s great American cities. For a complete schedule, including ticket buying information, click here.
Scott Adsit and John Lutz of ‘Adsit and Lutz’
Photo credit: Just for Laughs
Wednesday, June 15
”Adsit and Lutz” of “30 Rock”
The Producer (Scott Adsit as Pete Hornberger) and one of the Writers (John Lutz as Lutz) of the hilarious sitcom “30 Rock...
- 6/15/2011
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
After battling through 8 grueling weeks of harsh celebrity judges, pies in the face, “yo mama” jokes and more, finalists and Vegas natives D’Lai and J Reid will learn which of them will walk away with bragging rights and their very own TV One comedy special during the series finale of Bill Bellamy's Who's Got Jokes on Saturday, December 12 at 10 p.m. Est.
Viewers will decide the final outcome by voting online or via text message for their favorite comic between now and Wednesday, Dec. 9, then watch the finale on Saturday night to see who will take home the “Who’s Got Jokes” comedy title.
Host Bill Bellamy, co-hosts Rodney Perry and Tommy Ford provide ringside commentary and referee the action. Special celebrity performances from R&B bad boy Bobby Brown and sultry R&B newcomer Teirra Marie. From now until Wednesday, Dec. 9, viewers can cast their votes for...
Viewers will decide the final outcome by voting online or via text message for their favorite comic between now and Wednesday, Dec. 9, then watch the finale on Saturday night to see who will take home the “Who’s Got Jokes” comedy title.
Host Bill Bellamy, co-hosts Rodney Perry and Tommy Ford provide ringside commentary and referee the action. Special celebrity performances from R&B bad boy Bobby Brown and sultry R&B newcomer Teirra Marie. From now until Wednesday, Dec. 9, viewers can cast their votes for...
- 12/8/2009
- by noreply@blogger.com (The Humor Mill Magazine)
- Humor Mill Magazine
“Bill Bellamy’s Who’s got Jokes?” returns to TV One this fall, marking its fourth season on cable Saturday, October 10th. The veteran comedian/actor is joined by cohorts Tommy Mikal Ford and Rodney Perry to serve up fresh jokes from Las Vegas’ Luxor Hotel. Perry assumes the “Man on the Street” role, performing hilarious sketches and interviewing contestants and Las Vegas visitors. As the newly dubbed “Croupier of Comedy,” Ford decides whether contestants should lose points if their comedy routine veers into raunchy territory or exceeds the time limit. The fourth season’s production design evokes a classic Vegas vibe, perfect for Bellamy and company to mine the famous strip’s iconic history for unforgettable laughs. Bellamy keeps the show on track and the comics on their toes with his hilarious brand of in-your-face comedy, while Perry keeps the audience in stitches with skits tied to Vegas entertainment and legends.
- 10/5/2009
- by Desiree Washington
- PopDecay
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