The Shakers are a celibate Christian movement and an offshoot of the Quakers. Officially the United Society of Believers in Christ’s Second Appearing, they were founded in the late 1700s by Mother Ann Lee, a visionary immigrant from England.
Patrick Stewart, the British actor known for ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ and the ‘X-Men’ franchise, has died at age 86.
An undisputed leader of the Mexican left, Cárdenas was the son of one of the country’s most popular presidents — Gen. Lázaro Cárdenas. He was respected by allies and critics alike.
Tony Berlant, a seminal influence in the West Coast Pop Art movement of the 1960s who was known as a ‘painterly collage artist’ with a penchant for working with tin, has died. He was 85.
Kevin Bleyer was an esteemed comedic staff writer on “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” for nine years. He also helped write all of President Barack Obama’s speeches during the White House Correspondents Dinners — including ones that fired shots at President Donald Trump.
The emotional compass of the United Farm Workers of America for decades, Huerta attained singular stature as godmother of the Chicano power movement and doyenne of American labor.
Ross Newhan, who earned Hall of Fame honors after decades covering pro baseball for the L.A. Times, was honored by the Dodgers and MLB after his death.
Noah Adams, a journalist and author who was a host on NPR’s news program ‘All Things Considered’ for 18 years, has died at age 84.
Lawrence McCutcheon, a five-time Pro Bowl running back for the Rams who went on to have a long career in the team’s front office, died Friday. He was 76.
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