Sunday’s SAG Awards ceremony will return to its normal two-hour live format on TNT and TBS. One of the highlights each year is the special In Memoriam segment. It’s been a particularly rough year with over 100 deaths of prominent actors and actresses who were likely members of SAG/AFTRA. Show producers typically are able to include approximately 40-50 people in a tribute. The 2021 segment saluted 55 people because they had responsibility for 14 months instead of 12.
Among that group will certainly be previous SAG president Ed Asner, who was also a life achievement award recipient. That honorary award was also presented to Sidney Poitier and Betty White, who both died this past year.
SEECelebrity Deaths 2022: In Memoriam Gallery
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Among that group will certainly be previous SAG president Ed Asner, who was also a life achievement award recipient. That honorary award was also presented to Sidney Poitier and Betty White, who both died this past year.
SEECelebrity Deaths 2022: In Memoriam Gallery
Who else might be featured in the 2022 tribute? Look for Oscar winner Olympia Dukakis, Oscar nominees Ned Beatty, Peter Bogdanovich and Dean Stockwell, plus Emmy champs Louie Anderson, Michael Constantine, Charles Grodin,...
- 2/25/2022
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Morgan Stevens, the Fame and Melrose Place actor whose body was found by police during a wellness check of his Hollywood home last week, died of arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, the Los Angeles Coroner’s office has disclosed.
Stevens died Jan. 26 at the age of 70 of the condition more commonly known as heart disease, or hardening of the arteries.
The actor played the role of Paul Northridge in The Waltons and its three reunion movies before landing his breakthrough, two-season role of David Reardon on the TV adaptation of Fame in 1982. He later appeared on Melrose Place, Airwolf, Walker, Texas Ranger, among others.
Stevens’ career was temporarily halted and seriously impacted when, in August 1989, he was arrested by the LAPD on suspicion of DUI and, while in custody, severely beaten by police. He was later cleared him of the DUI charge, and his treatment in custody was later settled in a lawsuit against LAPD.
Stevens died Jan. 26 at the age of 70 of the condition more commonly known as heart disease, or hardening of the arteries.
The actor played the role of Paul Northridge in The Waltons and its three reunion movies before landing his breakthrough, two-season role of David Reardon on the TV adaptation of Fame in 1982. He later appeared on Melrose Place, Airwolf, Walker, Texas Ranger, among others.
Stevens’ career was temporarily halted and seriously impacted when, in August 1989, he was arrested by the LAPD on suspicion of DUI and, while in custody, severely beaten by police. He was later cleared him of the DUI charge, and his treatment in custody was later settled in a lawsuit against LAPD.
- 2/4/2022
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Morgan Stevens, an actor best known for his role as the teacher David Reardon in the television series “Fame” and his recurring role on popular 1990s series “Melrose Place,” died Jan. 26 of heart disease at his home in Hollywood, according to the L.A. Coroner’s office. He was 70 years old.
Born Calvin Morgan Stevens in Knoxville, Tenn., his screen credits spanned three decades, with the actor primarily establishing himself in television. His first credited role came in 1979, with a guest appearance on the Bonnie Franklin-starring CBS sitcom “One Day at a Time.”
Stevens joined the ensemble of the syndicated drama “Fame” in the show’s second season and continued with a recurring role in the series across seasons three and four. Based on the 1980 film of the same name, the show featured Stevens in the role of David Reardon, a faculty member of the New York High School for the Performing Arts.
Born Calvin Morgan Stevens in Knoxville, Tenn., his screen credits spanned three decades, with the actor primarily establishing himself in television. His first credited role came in 1979, with a guest appearance on the Bonnie Franklin-starring CBS sitcom “One Day at a Time.”
Stevens joined the ensemble of the syndicated drama “Fame” in the show’s second season and continued with a recurring role in the series across seasons three and four. Based on the 1980 film of the same name, the show featured Stevens in the role of David Reardon, a faculty member of the New York High School for the Performing Arts.
- 2/4/2022
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
Morgan Stevens, who appeared on the ’80s TV series “Fame” and ’90s hit “Melrose Place,” passed away of heart disease, according to the report by the Los Angeles Coroner’s Office. The case report lists “arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease,’ which is also known as “hardening of the arteries” according to the Mayo Clinic, as his sole cause of death.
Stevens, who was 70, was found in his home on Jan. 26 after a concerned neighbor asked police to do a wellness check.
“The decedent was pronounced dead on 1/26/2022 at 10:41 hours in a residence in the 6200 block of Banner Avenue in Los Angeles. He was examined on Jan. 27,” the Coroner’s Office told TheWrap on Thursday.
According to TMZ, who first reported the story, authorities found him in his kitchen and he was pronounced dead on the scene.
Stevens played Nick Diamond on “Melrose Place” and teacher David Reardon on “Fame.” He was...
Stevens, who was 70, was found in his home on Jan. 26 after a concerned neighbor asked police to do a wellness check.
“The decedent was pronounced dead on 1/26/2022 at 10:41 hours in a residence in the 6200 block of Banner Avenue in Los Angeles. He was examined on Jan. 27,” the Coroner’s Office told TheWrap on Thursday.
According to TMZ, who first reported the story, authorities found him in his kitchen and he was pronounced dead on the scene.
Stevens played Nick Diamond on “Melrose Place” and teacher David Reardon on “Fame.” He was...
- 2/4/2022
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Death is the only thing in life that is guaranteed, but that doesn’t make a person’s passing any less heartbreaking. When news broke that actor Morgan Stevens died at just 70 years old, people couldn’t help but be surprised. Although Morgan stopped acting more than 20 years before his death, many people still remember him for his role in shows like Fame and Melrose Place. Even though there is nothing that can truly lessen the pain for those who knew and loved Morgan, they can rest a little easier knowing that he continues to live on through his contributions to
Remembering Morgan Stevens: “Melrose” Actor Dies at 70...
Remembering Morgan Stevens: “Melrose” Actor Dies at 70...
- 1/29/2022
- by Camille Moore
- TVovermind.com
Veteran actor Morgan Stevens, best known for his roles in the iconic television series Fame and Melrose Place, has died. He was 70. As first reported by TMZ, Stevens was found dead at his home after a concerned neighbor called authorities to do a wellness check. No cause of death has been revealed, but police suspect no foul play. Born in Knoxville, Tennessee, on October 16, 1951, Stevens began his acting career in the 1970s, appearing as Paul Northridge in one episode of The Waltons. He would later reprise the role in three reunion movies, including A Wedding on Walton’s Mountain, where his character married Erin Walton, played by Mary Elizabeth McDonough. Stevens received his big break in the 1980s when he landed the role of teacher David Reardon in the hit NBC series Fame. He starred as Reardon for two seasons between 1982 and 1984. Later in the decade, he appeared in another NBC series,...
- 1/27/2022
- TV Insider
Morgan Stevens, who played numerous roles on television before a tragic confrontation with police derailed his career, was discovered dead at age 70 in his home today as part of a police wellness check. No information on the cause of death was released by police.
His death was first reported by TMZ.
Born October 16, 1951, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Stevens headed to Hollywood soon after graduating college. He appeared as Paul Northridge in one episode of The Waltons and in three reunion movies, including A Wedding on Walton’s Mountain, in which his character married Erin Walton (played by Mary Elizabeth McDonough).
His first major role was playing teacher David Reardon during two seasons of the TV show Fame. Stevens appeared in 20 episodes during season 2, then appeared as an occasional guest star when the show was syndicated, writing a third season episode, Catch A Falling Star.
While working on Fame, Stevens also had...
His death was first reported by TMZ.
Born October 16, 1951, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Stevens headed to Hollywood soon after graduating college. He appeared as Paul Northridge in one episode of The Waltons and in three reunion movies, including A Wedding on Walton’s Mountain, in which his character married Erin Walton (played by Mary Elizabeth McDonough).
His first major role was playing teacher David Reardon during two seasons of the TV show Fame. Stevens appeared in 20 episodes during season 2, then appeared as an occasional guest star when the show was syndicated, writing a third season episode, Catch A Falling Star.
While working on Fame, Stevens also had...
- 1/27/2022
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
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- 4/16/2009
- PEOPLE.com
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