welcome back to our Channel today we come together to remember and honor the extraordinary talents we've recently lost join us as we celebrate their remarkable contributions and reflect on their legacies before we begin we kindly ask for your support if their work has touched your life please consider showing your respect by liking this video thank you for joining us in this tribute Peter renaday a revered American character actor and voice artist passed away on September 8th 2024 just 2 days after celebrating his 89th birthday born Pierre luron renewed on September 6th 1935 in New Iberia Louisiana Rena's illustrious career spanned over six decades and included more than 200 roles in television and film alongside significant contributions to radio stage and a plethora of animated films and video games Ren's acting Journey began with his debut in the TV series combat in 1965 however he is perhaps best remembered for his iconic role as Splinter the wise and skilled Mentor in the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles animated series from 1987 to 1996 Ren's voice brought depth to this beloved character earning him widespread a claim his influence extended beyond the series he also lend his voice to Abraham Lincoln in the Hall of Presidents and portrayed characters Henry and Max in the country bear jambur at Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World in addition to his work on the Animated Series renaday reprised his role as splinter in non-musical segments of the liveaction Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles live performance coming out of their shells Ren's contributions to the entertainment industry were vast and buried leaving a lasting Legacy through his memorable roles and exceptional Voice work his passing marks the end of an era for many fans who cherished his unique talents in enduring performances Frankie Beverly the renowned soul singer and co-founder of the iconic band mazee has passed away at the age of 77 a cherished figure in Soul and funk music Beverly's family announced his death on Wednesday sharing their profound grief and requesting privacy during this challenging period with a distinctive voice and deeply moving lyrics Beverly leaves behind a legacy that has profoundly impacted countless lives born Howard Stanley bever his musical Journey began in the 1960s with the dwop group The blenders and later with the soul group The Butlers his career truly soared when he co-founded Maize initially named raw soul in Philadelphia in 1970 a relocation to San Francisco and a mentorship with soul Legend Marvin Gay led to the band's name change Paving the way for maize to become a seminal act in the soul and Funk genres from 1977 to 1993 Frankie Beverly and Mae released a series of hits that became synonymous with the generation soundtrack including golden time of day we are one happy feelings and the enduring classic Before I Let Go the latter achieved iconic status later covered by Mary J blig solidifying Beverly's influence on music and pop culture his songs characterized by their smooth rhythms and reflective lyrics offered both Joy and Solace to fans worldwide earlier this year Beverly announced his retirement with the I want to thank you farewell tour a celebration of a career spanning over 5 decades this tour allowed fans to Bid Farewell and show their appreciation for the music that had enriched their lives Frankie Beverly's life was a testament to his Devotion to music family and friends he will be remembered as a pioneering force in soulful music a unifying voice and a performer whose passion was evident in every note his legacy will continue to bring joy and comfort to Future Generations Tina mroy Ana a trailblazing figure in African-American literature has made an indelible impact on the world of writing skillfully merging the supernatural with Southern realism to craft compelling stories about black women born in Georgia on November 18th 1949 Ana grew up in the culturally Rich Pleasant Hill Community she refined her literary and journalistic abilities at Spelman College graduating with a deep pass passion for storytelling Ana's prolific career began with her debut novel baby of the family which received critical Acclaim and was named a notable book of the Year by the New York Times it also secured a spot on the African-American bestsell list for paperback fiction her distinctive narrative style combined traditional superstitions with contemporary themes captivating readers across different Generations subsequent works like ugly ways and the hand I fan with were lauded for their profound depth and cultural significance Beyond her accomplishments as a novelist Ana was a filmmaker and a dedicated educator she shared her expertise at institutions such as emmer University and Coastal Georgia Community College and in 2007 she founded down south press this Venture aimed to promote African-American literature and provide a platform for emerging voices similar to her own Ana's personal and professional lives were closely linked as she collaborated with her husband filmmaker Joan Ana to adapt her debut novel into a feature film starring Alfre Woodard and Loretta Divine Tina mroy Ana passed away at the age of 74 leaving behind a legacy of challenging conventions and inspiring future generations of writers her work continues to resonate embodying her belief in the transformative power of Storytelling legendary professional football player Alan Aldridge aged 52 passed away this week as confirmed by his Alma moer the University of Houston on Monday the cause of his death has not yet been disclosed according to Dave Campbell's Texas football Aldridge's passing was sudden and unforeseen Aldridge who played for the Denver Broncos from 1994 to 1997 and the Detroit Lions from 1998 to 2001 retired from professional football during training camp in 2002 notably Aldridge was a key defensive player for the Broncos when they clinched Super Bowl 32 in early 1998 his crucial interception in the AFC Championship game against the Pittsburgh Steelers was pivotal in securing the team's Super Bowl appearance throughout his 8-year NFL career Aldridge participated in 128 regular season games starting 104 of them he accumulated 482 combined tackles five forced fumbles four fumble recoveries and one interception following his retirement from playing Aldridge transitioned to coaching dedicating himself to shaping young athletes since 2008 he had been the head coach at Fort Ben Bush High School in the Houston area having first joined the coaching staff as an assistant and working his way up over 5 years with heavy hearts we bid farewell to Alan Aldridge a remarkable athlete who made a significant impact on the football field and in the lives of those who knew him his passion for the sport un wavering dedication and competitive spirit will be cherished and remembered Aldridge was more than a stellar player he was a man of Great Character whose presence on the field inspired his teammates and left an enduring Legacy Peter esberg a towering figure in the German theater world made an indelible Mark as an actor director and theater manager born on October 20th 1936 in Vienna eber's distinguished career spanned several decades and profoundly influenced the the theatrical landscape in Germany his journey began with academic studies in German and theater further refined at the esteemed Max Reinhardt seminar eber's early acting career commenced in 1959 at the Munich Camila where he worked until 1965 and continued at the theater in dur yugan during this period he shared the stage with notable figures such as Atilla Herer and Romeo wad pekney contributing to his growing reputation in the theater community in 1968 eber's career experienced a significant shift as he joined shiel khn where he expanded his role Beyond acting to include directing and theater management his leadership skills came to the Forefront in 1981 when he assumed the role of artistic director at the bond theater under his guidance the institution was rejuvenated with a bold repertoire that featured works by Thomas burnhard and Alfreda yelen challenging conventional norms and redefining theatrical expectations esher's tenure as director of the municipal theater in Frankfurt am Maine marked the Zenith of his career despite navigating financial difficulties he maintained a high standard of artistic excellence and played a crucial role in mentoring a new generation of actors and directors Peter eberg passed away at the age of 87 leaving behind a profound Legacy his commitment to Artistic Innovation and Excellence reshaped German theater and assuring that his contributions will continue to inspire and influence future Generations Herby flowers the renowned English bassist and composer passed away on September 5th at the age of 86 celebrated for his exceptional musicianship and memorable baselines flowers made a lasting impact on the music industry contributing to numerous chart topping hits across a variety of genres born in eorth Middle sex on May 19th 1938 flowers began his musical career as a tuba player in the Royal Air Force he soon transitioned to the double bass and electric Bas of guitar quickly becoming one of the most in demand session musicians of his era throughout his illustrious career flowers collaborated with legendary bands such as blue mink T-Rex and sky as well as with music icons like David Bowie Elton John Lou Reed Paul McCartney and Cat Stevens his most notable contribution is the iconic Baseline on Lou reads Walk on the Wild Side a track that became a defining anthem of the 1970s flower's Innovative use of a double track Baseline not only defined the song Sound but also highlighted his talent for turning simple Concepts into Unforgettable music his work on other Classics such as David essex's rock on and David Bowie's space odity further established his reputation as a master musician in addition to his impressive performance career FL was also a skilled composer he co-wrote the 1970 novelty hit Granddad for Clive Dunn and explored a wide range of musical styles from Jazz to rock to classical later in life flowers devoted much of his time to mentoring emerging Talent conducting music workshops and leading Community choirs by the end of the 1970s he had contributed to an estimated 500 hit recordings Herby flowers Legacy endures not only through his extraordinary talent but also through his generous spirit and enduring influence on the music world Henry Winkler is an iconic American actor comedian author and producer best known for his portrayal of Arthur the Fon Fonzerelli on the Beloved TV show Happy Days born on October 30th 1945 in New York City Winkler's role as the fonts made him a cultural phenomenon in the 1970s earning him a place in the hearts of audiences around the world his signature leather jacket and cool rebellious Persona became symbolic of the era and his catchphrase a logically remains legendary despite his initial Fame as the fs Winkler has enjoyed a long and varied career in Hollywood after Happy Days ended he transitioned to producing and directing working behind the scenes on popular TV shows like MacGyver and Sabrina the Teenage Witch more recently Henry Winkler has enjoyed critical Acclaim for his role in the HBO series Barry where he plays acting coach Jean cusino his performance has earned him several Awards including a prime time Emmy Award in 2018 in addition to his acting and production work Winkler is a successful author he co-wrote a series of children's books called Hank zipser the world's greatest underachiever inspired by his own struggles with dyslexia Winkler has been a passionate advocate for raising awareness about learning disabilities sharing his own story to inspire children and adults alike to overcome obstacles despite his long-standing career and success Henry Winkler has faced health challenges including his battle with dyslexia which went undiagnosed for much of his life he has openly discussed how it affected his early years and made School a difficult experience however Winkler has used his platform to raise awareness about the condition and show others that it is possible to succeed despite such challenges Winkler has been married to his wife Stacy whitesman since 1978 and the couple has two children Max and Zoe they have maintained a strong and enduring relationship over the years with Winkler often crediting his family for being his greatest support system throughout his career at 78 years old Henry Winkler continues to be active in the entertainment industry working on both acting and writing projects he remains a beloved figure admired not only for his talent but also for his kindness and humility recently rumors have circulated regarding Henry Winkler's health and even his death causing concern among fans however these rumors are completely false Henry Winkler is alive thriving and continuing his career with the same passion and energy that has defined him for decades