September 11

2010 – Kevin McCarthy, starred in such films as “Invasion of the Body Snatchers”, “Piranha”, “The Howling”, “Twilight Zone: The Movie”, “The Sleeping Car”, and more. He passed away at the age of 96.

2003 – John Ritter, best known for his role as “Jack Tripper” on “Three’s Company,” passed away at the age of 54. He appeared in “Bride Of Chucky” and The TV mini series “It” based on the book by Stephen King.

2002 – Kim Hunter who played “Dr. Zira” in the “The Planet of the Apes” films, passed away at the age of 79.

1994 – Jessica Tandy who appeared in “The Birds” and “Cocoon,” passed away on at the age of 85.

1987 – Lorne Greene, best known for playing “Ben Carthwright,” owner of the “Ponderosa” ranch, on the TV series “Bonanza,” passed away at the age of 72. He played “Commander Adama” on the original version of the TV series “Battlestar Galactica.”

1970 – Chester Morris who appeared in the films “The Bat Whispers” and “She Creature,” passed away at the age of 69.