Hollywood legend and Matrix Revolutions star Mary Alice dies as tributes pour in

Keanu Reeves is making his return to TV as the lead of the anticipated adaptation of from executive producers Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio. The news was officially announced by Hulu during its Television Critics Association presentation on Thursday. Written by showrunner Sam Shaw and directed by Todd Field, the limited true-crime series is based on Erik Larson’s bestselling novel about architect Daniel H.

Keanu Reeves‘ kind gesture to an 80-year-old fan has resurfaced online after being shared in a Reddit post.On the website, one person explained how their grandmother had developed a crush on the Matrix and John Wick star, since he reminded her of her late husband.After suffering a stroke in her early 70s, the grandmother was rendered housebound for 10 years of her life, but found comfort in Reeves’ movies, watching everything from Bill And Ted to The Matrix.The Reddit user then went onto explain how their uncle bumped into the Reeves at a restaurant in Los Angeles, and how it led to a lengthy phone conversation between the actor and his elderly fan.“Not too long after The Matrix came out my uncle was in LA for business and was eating at a really swanky restaurant when Keanu came in with a woman,” they wrote.“When he finished his meal my uncle came up to their table and said, ‘I don’t usually do this, but I just wanted you to know that my 80-year-old mother loves you and has seen all of your movies. You remind her of my dad.’“He said Keanu asked if he had a cell phone on him and when he confirmed that he did, he said, ‘Give her a call, I want to talk to her.’“He spoke with my grandmother for several minutes and it absolutely made her year.

The Matrix Revolutions, has died.The actor passed away in her Manhattan apartment on Wednesday (July 27), as confirmed by the New York Police department to The Hollywood Reporter. Her age has been variously reported as 80, 85, and 86.A cause of death has not been released.Alice starred in the third Matrix film, 2003’s The Matrix Revolutions, where she played The Oracle who imparts wisdom to Neo (Keanu Reeves).She won a Tony award for Best Featured Actress In A Play in the original 1987 Broadway production of Fences. Alice was also known for playing Lettie Bostic in NBC sitcom A Different World from 1987 to 1989.Her other notable roles include Effie Williams in the 1976 musical drama Sparkle, 1990’s To Sleep With Anger and HBO miniseries Laurel Avenue.

passing on the night of Wednesday, July 27, in New York City. Known professionally as Mary Alice, the Tony and Emmy Award-winning talent had a career that spanned fifty years, first acting in theater plays in the 1960s and transitioning into film and television in the decades that followed.Mary Alice officially retired from acting in 2005, but left a legacy of memorable roles in her wake, from starring as Effie Williams in the musical Sparkle in the ’70s and playing the beloved dorm director Lettie on A Different World in the ’80s, all the way up to taking on the character of the oracle in The Matrix Revolutions in the early 200s.Born in Mississippi, Mary Alice moved with her family to Chicago when she was just two years old.

the Hollywood Reporter, although other media outlets were uncertain about her exact age. She died in her New York City home on Wednesday, the NYPD told the Reporter. A cause of death was not given.

Grieving Declan Donnelly carries late brother's coffin into church ahead of funeralCristiano Ronaldo begs to leave Man Utd after being given offer from rival clubYour daily horoscope for Friday, July 29, 2022Viola Davis wrote: ‘RIP Mary Alice…the original Rose Maxson. You were one of the greatest actresses of all time!! Thank you for the work, inspiration and thank you for Rose.

MARY Alice, star of The Matrix Revolutions and A Different World has died. She passed away in New York City following a long and award-winning career.

A post shared by Gavin Barker Associates (@gavinbarkerassociates)The statement also noted that Cribbins had «lost his wife of 66 years, Gill, last year.»«Bernard’s contribution to British entertainment is without question,» the statement continued. «He was unique, typifying the best of his generation, and will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and working with him.»After the news was confirmed on Thursday, a tribute in honor of Cribbins was posted to the official Twitter page for the British television series. «We are extremely saddened to learn of the passing of Bernard Cribbins.

Phillip Schofield has shared his own personal tribute following the news Bernard Cribbins had died. It was announced on Thursday morning (July 28) that the children’s TV star has died aged 93. The veteran actor, from Oldham, starred in the Carry On films, Doctor Who and the 1970 film The Railway Children.

Doctor Who actor's death was announced this morning, with many sharing their memories of the star who delighted generations of viewers.Bernard, who became a children's TV icon on series including Jackanory, The Wombles and Old Jack's Boat, also appeared in dozens of classic films too including the Carry Ons and the original Railway Children.READ NEXT: David Tennant confirmed for epic Doctor Who role reprisal after almost a decadeAlong with becoming a fan favourite on Doctor Who, Bernard was undoubtedly one of the greatest actors of all time.To pay tribute to Bernard Cribbins, Daily Star takes a look back at the actor's life and career.Acting was in Bernard's blood from a young age, with the star leaving school at the age of 13 years old to pursue acting roles in the theatre.After completing his National Service in 1947, he returned to acting and landed his first West End role nearly a decade later in 1956, where he performed in the Shakespeare production, A Comedy Of Errors.Bernard later became an icon of both stage and screen, particularly for his performances in films such as Carry On Spying, and children's classic The Railway children - as well as a number of legendary TV shows.He is most fondly remembered for narrating iconic shows such as The Wombles, as well as being one of the primary storytellers in Jackanory.A new generation were also introduced to the magic of Bernard Cribbins in the children's TV series Old Jack's Boat.In 2009, Catherine Tate also presented Bernard Cribbins with a special award from the British Academy Children's Awards, for his contribution to children's programming.That's not all, as Bernard also appeared in Fawlty Towers, Midsomer Murders and as Wally Bannister in 11 episodes of ITV soap

He recalled: "We once took him to the TV Choice Awards and sent him up on his own to collect the award, and the entire room stood up and cheered him.“That's a lovely memory.”Next to a picture of the veteran actor with his face poking through the hole of a fake brick wall, Davies wrote "Bernard Cribbins (1928-2022) I love this man. I love him.“That's him as Snout in A Midsummer Night's Dream.

statement from his agency on social media Thursday.“He worked well into his 90s, recently appearing in Doctor Who and the CBeebies series Old Jack’s Boat,” his agency, Gavin Barker Associates, wrote. “He lost his wife of 66 years, Gill, last year.”“Bernard’s contribution to British entertainment is without question,” the statement continued.

who narrated The Wombles and starred in the film adaptation of The Railway Children, has died aged 93, his agent said. Cribbins' agent, Gavin Barker Associates, said in a statement: "Beloved actor Bernard Cribbins OBE has passed away at the age of 93 "His career spanned seven decades with such diverse work ranging from films like 'The Railway Children' and the 'Carry On' series, hit 60's song 'Right Said Fred', a notorious guest on 'Fawlty Towers' and narrating 'The Wombles'. "He worked well into his 90's, recently appearing in 'Doctor Who' and the CBeebies series 'Old Jack's Boat'.

Much-loved actor and children's TV star Bernard Cribbins has died at the age of 93, it was revealed today - just months after his beloved wife of almost 70 years passed away. The death of the British star, who was in many Carry On films, Fawlty Towers, Doctor Who, narrated The Wombles, Jackanory and was in the classic 1970 film adaptation of The Railway Children, has devastated fans. Mr Cribbins, the son of cotton weaver from Oldham who worked on children's TV until recently and was due to appear in the new series of Doctor Who next year after filming for a 60th anniversary show with former Time Lord David Tennant, who was seen pushing him in a wheelchair through north London with Catherine Tate on May 16.

Bernard Cribbins, the veteran British actor who narrated The Wombles and starred in the popular film adaptation of The Railway Children, has died. He was 93.

THE Wombles narrator Bernard Cribbins has tragically died aged 93. Cribbins also starred as station porter Albert Perks in the 1970 classic The Railway Children and appeared in several other beloved shows.

Veteran actor Bernard Cribbins as died aged 93, his agent has confirmed.

Bernard Cribbins has died aged 93, his agent has confirmed. Gavin Barker Associates said in a statement: "Beloved actor Bernard Cribbins OBE has passed away at the age of 93. "His career spanned seven decades with such diverse work ranging from films like 'The Railway Children' and the 'Carry On' series, hit 60's song 'Right Said Fred', a notorious guest on 'Fawlty Towers' and narrating 'The Wombles'.

He went on to regularly appear in the Doctor Who TV series as Wilfred Mott, the grandfather of the Doctor’s companion Donna Noble, played by Catherine Tate.Voyage Of The Damned, which was broadcast on Christmas Day in 2007, saw 13.31 million people tune in to watch the then-Doctor, David Tennant, battle to save the crew of a luxury space liner called the Titanic.Cribbins featured in the episode alongside special guests including Kylie Minogue, Geoffrey Palmer, Clive Swift and Russell Tovey.

Oldham-born veteran actor Bernard Cribbins has tragically passed away at the age of 93.

READ MORE: What the Hi-de-Hi! stars did next - from Strictly Come Dancing to Coronation StreetThe statement read: "Beloved actor Bernard Cribbins OBE has passed away at the age of 93."His career spanned seven decades with such diverse work ranging from films like The Railway Children and the Carry On series, hit 60s song Right Said Fred, a notorious guest on Fawlty Towers and narrating The Wombles."He worked well into his 90s, recently appearing in Doctor Who and the CBeebies series Old Jack’s Boat."He lost his wife of 66 years, Gill, last year."Bernard’s contribution to British entertainment is without question. He was unique, typifying the best of his generation, and will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and working with him."The actor became widely known for his range of roles, but he became particularly popular with young audiences after narrating The Wombles for many years.