The New York Yankees are mourning the loss of former player Joe Pepitone, who passed away at the age of 82. He was a three-time All-Star and Gold Glove first baseman who played for the Yankees from 1962 to 1969 and was beloved by generations of fans for his flamboyant personality and on-field contributions. Pepitone was born in Brooklyn and was part of the Yankees team that won the World Series in 1962, his rookie season. The Yankees organization sends their condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time.
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Dick Fosbury, an Olympic gold medalist and high jumper, passed away on March 7th after a short battle with lymphoma. He is best known for revolutionizing the high jump event with his signature technique, the "Fosbury Flop", which earned him the gold medal and set an Olympic record at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics. His success at the Olympics and collegiate level cemented his place in track and field history.
Pat Schroeder, a former U.S. Representative and pioneering advocate for women's and family rights, passed away on Monday night at the age of 82. She was known for her rapier wit and unorthodox methods, and was instrumental in passing the Family Leave Bill in 1993. Her legacy will live on in the countless women she inspired to pursue their dreams and fight for their rights.
Patricia Schroeder, a pioneering US Representative for women's and family rights, has passed away at 87. She was known for her outspokenness on issues such as reproductive rights and arms control, and was an icon of the feminist movement. Her legacy lives on in the many women she inspired to pursue public office.
South African rapper Costa Titch has tragically died after collapsing onstage during a performance at the Ultra South Africa music festival in Johannesburg. Video footage of his set circulated on social media, showing him appearing to fall onstage and collapse off the stage. The cause of death has not yet been released, and his family has asked for privacy and requested donations to the South African Music Rights Organization in his memory.
Kenzaburo Oe, a Japanese author and Nobel Prize for literature laureate, passed away at the age of 94. His works of fiction were heavily influenced by his experience of being the parent of a disabled son and his activism for nuclear disarmament and the anti-war movement. His legacy will live on through his works and his activism, remembered as a powerful voice for peace and justice in Japan and around the world.
Legendary NFL coach and Hall of Famer Bud Grant has passed away at the age of 95. He was the head coach of the Minnesota Vikings from 1967 to 1983 and 1985, leading them to four Super Bowls in eight years. He was part of a decorated group of coaches of his era and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1994. Grant was born in Superior, Wisconsin and attended the University of Minnesota, playing two sports. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, and their four children.
Robert Blake, best known for his role in "Baretta" and his last screen role in "Lost," has died at the age of 89. He won an Emmy for his role in "Baretta" in 1975 and was tried and acquitted in the shooting death of his wife, Bonny Lee Bakley, outside a Studio City restaurant in 2001. His death marks the end of a long and tumultuous career, with his legacy forever linked to the tragedy of his wife's death.