Wallis Annenberg, Prominent Los Angeles Philanthropist, Dies at 86New Foto - Wallis Annenberg, Prominent Los Angeles Philanthropist, Dies at 86

Wallis Annenberg, the prominent Los Angeles philanthropist who backed institutions including the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, died Monday in Los Angeles. She was 86. The cause was complications related to lung cancer, theLos Angeles Timesreported. More from Variety Aoife O'Donovan Brings Her Stunning Song Cycle About Women's Suffrage, 'All My Friends,' to Concert and Symphony Halls Nicole Byer and Rufus Wainwright Lead 2024/2025 Season Lineup for The Wallis (EXCLUSIVE) Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Set Fall Premiere for 'Invincible' Musical in L.A. (EXCLUSIVE) Her name also appears on institutions such as the Annenberg Community Beach House in Santa Monica, Wallis Annenberg GenSpace senior center in Koreatown and the Wallis Annenberg Building at the California Science Center in Exposition Park. She spearheaded the 2013 opening of the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in the former Beverly Hills Post Office, which has hosted performers including Patti LuPone, Sarah Silverman and the Martha Graham Dance Company. Annenberg personally contributed more than $75 million to the center. Robert van Leer, Executive Director & CEO of The Wallis, said, "It is with a profound sense of loss that we express our condolences on the passing of Wallis Annenberg. Wallis believed wholeheartedly in the capacity of the arts to unite people from all walks of life and believed that those connections could bring about meaningful change. In honoring her memory, we commit to continuing her work by championing diverse voices and nurturing the next generation of artists and audiences. Her vision will continue to inspire us as we carry forth her mission at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts." Most recently, Annenberg shepherded the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing in Agoura Hills, which is set to open in 2026. Wallis Annenberg was chair, president and chief executive of the Annenberg Foundation, founded by her father Walter Annenberg in 1989 after he sold TV Guide, Seventeen and other publications to Rupert Murdoch's News Corp. The non-profit foundation has assets of about $1.2 billion, the L.A. Times reported. Wallis Annenberg worked at TV Guide when her father owned the parent company, Triangle Publications, and started at the Annenberg Foundation after he died in 2012. The foundation has awarded approximately $1.5 billion to Los Angeles organizations since she joined. A tireless advocate for the arts, she founded the Annenberg Space for Photography in Century City, which was open from 2009 until 2020, and supported LACMA and MOCA. She is survived by four children: Lauren Bon and Gregory, Roger and Charles Annenberg Weingarten, five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? Final Emmy Predictions: Talk Series and Scripted Variety - New Blood Looks to Tackle Late Night Staples Sign up forVariety's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us onFacebook,Twitter, andInstagram.

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Wallis Annenberg, Prominent Los Angeles Philanthropist, Dies at 86

Wallis Annenberg, Prominent Los Angeles Philanthropist, Dies at 86 Wallis Annenberg, the prominent Los Angeles philanthropist who backed ins...
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Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh Missed Princess Diana's Funeral Because Their Resemblance Was 'Too Upsetting': ReportNew Foto - Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh Missed Princess Diana's Funeral Because Their Resemblance Was 'Too Upsetting': Report

Ken Goff/Getty; Justin Goff Photos\Getty A new book claims to unveil why Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh did not attend Princess Diana's royal ceremonial funeral in 1997 According toSophie: Saving the Royal Familyby Sean Smith, Sophie did not want to upset the crowd because of the resemblance she and Diana shared Sophie was dating Prince Edward at the time of Princess Diana's death in 1997, and she later married Queen Elizabeth's youngest son in 1999 Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburghhas been a central member of the royal family for years, but she didn't attendPrincess Diana's funeral in 1997 — and a new book claims to unveil the real reason why. InSophie: Saving the Royal Familyby Sean Smith, the author wrote that Sophie did not go to Princess Diana's funeral on Sept. 6, 1997, because of the striking resemblance that she and Diana shared. "She had an obvious and reasonable excuse: a friend at the palace explained, 'Sophie decided it would be too upsetting for the crowd if she went,' " Smith wrote in the biography published on July 17, theDaily Mailreported. " 'She's well aware that she looks like Princess Diana from a distance and made her decision in a caring and thoughtful way. The royal family fully supported.' " Both the late Princess of Wales and Sophie wore their blonde hair in cropped haircuts, which Sophie, now 60, later grew out into a longer style that she continues to sport today. Antony Jones/UK Press via Getty; Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Diana and Sophie shared similar features with blue eyes and light hair, and the Duchess of Edinburgh reportedly once commented on the likeness. "I don't deny that we do look alike. But I couldn't ever compete with Diana's image. I'm not Diana," Sophie told theDaily Mailin the 1990s, according to theDaily Express. At the time of Diana's death, the future Duchess of Edinburgh was a public relations professional known by her maiden name, Sophie Rhys-Jones, and was datingQueen Elizabeth's youngest son,Prince Edward. Tim Graham Picture Library/Getty Princess Diana died on Aug. 31, 1997, at age 36, following a car accident in Paris, and she was honored in a Westminster Abbey service attended by over 2,000 people. It was estimated that about a million people lined the route of her funeral cortege through London, while anothertwo billion peoplewatched on television. Two years later, Prince Edward and Sophie announced their engagement in January 1999 and tied the knot at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle on June 19, 1999, officially bringing her into the royal fold. Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage?Sign up for our free Royals newsletterto get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more! Sophie embraced a full-time working royal alongside her husband, with whom she went on to welcome two children — daughterLady Louise Windsor, 21, and sonJames, Earl of Wessex, 17 — and has focused her royal work on supporting people with disabilities, the elimination of avoidable blindness, advocating for survivors of sexual conflict and more. Read the original article onPeople

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July 28, 2025

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh Missed Princess Diana's Funeral Because Their Resemblance Was 'Too Upsetting': Report

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh Missed Princess Diana's Funeral Because Their Resemblance Was 'Too Upsetting': Report Ken Goff/Gett...
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George Strait, 73, Reunites With Country Icon for First Time in 12 YearsNew Foto - George Strait, 73, Reunites With Country Icon for First Time in 12 Years

George Strait, 73, Reunites With Country Icon for First Time in 12 Yearsoriginally appeared onParade. Country music history was made this weekend whenGeorge Strait's exclusive benefit concert delivered unforgettable performances — and a surprise appearance from one music icon. The "Strait to the Heart" event at Estancia at Thunder Valley raised funds for Texas flood victims while treating fans to a legendary night that quickly went viral on social media. The 73-year-old country star, who officially retired from touring in 2014, made a rare public appearance to headline the event. With only 1,000 tickets available,reportedlystarting at $1,000 each, the intimate venue in Boerne, Texas, raised significant funds with every dollar going directly to families devastated by the July 4th floods. For fans of "The King of Country," this performance marked one of Strait's few annual appearances since stepping back from regular touring. Midway through the show, the evening took an unexpected turn whenGarth Brooksmade an unannounced appearance on stage. It was the first time the two country music icons had reunited since the 2013 Academy Country Awards. The 63-year-old superstar wasn't listed among the official performers, making his surprise set all the more special. Brooks reportedly delivered emotional renditions of his biggest hits, including, "Much Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old)" and "The Dance." Videos of his surprise performance quickly went viral onFacebook, with concertgoers sharing clips of the tribute. While Brooks was not one of the announced special guests, his act was just one of the many highlights. The benefit concert featured an impressive roster of country music talent, includingWilliam Beckmann,Ray Benson,Wade Bowen,Dean Dillon,Riley Green,Randy Houser,Jamey Johnson,Kyle ParkandHudson Westbrook. The benefit show comes in response to the catastrophic flooding that struck Texas Hill Country earlier this month. The natural disaster claimed the lives of more than 130 people, with several others still reported missing. Since retiring from regular touring in 2014, Strait has been highly selective about his live appearances. The country legend typically performs only a handful of shows each year, making this benefit concert particularly significant. George Strait, 73, Reunites With Country Icon for First Time in 12 Yearsfirst appeared on Parade on Jul 28, 2025 This story was originally reported byParadeon Jul 28, 2025, where it first appeared.

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July 28, 2025

George Strait, 73, Reunites With Country Icon for First Time in 12 Years

George Strait, 73, Reunites With Country Icon for First Time in 12 Years George Strait, 73, Reunites With Country Icon for First Time in 12 ...
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Army cadet dies at Fort Knox during training in KentuckyNew Foto - Army cadet dies at Fort Knox during training in Kentucky

A 22-year-oldU.S. Armycadet from New Jersey died during a training exercise on a military base in north central Kentucky, officials said. Neil Edara of Ridgewood, New Jersey, became unresponsive at Fort Knox, according toa statementfrom the Army Cadet CommandPost (ROTC). Fort Knox is locatedabout 40 miles southwestof Louisville. According to the command, Edara received "immediate medical attention" during the July 24 training and was transported by medical helicopter to the University of Louisville, where he was pronounced dead. A Rutgers University cadet, Edara had been attending land navigation training, which tests cadets on their ability to read a map and navigate unfamiliar areas, according to the ROTC's website. What was the cost?Tanks and thousands of soldiers marched in DC Army parade. As of Monday, Edara's cause and manner of death remained under investigation, the command said. "Safety of cadets and cadre remains U.S. Army Cadet Command's top priority as training continues," officials said in their statement, noting counseling and support were being offered at Fort Knox in connection to the cadet's death. It was not immediately known whether foul play was involved. USA TODAY has reached out to the Fort Knox command for more information. Jeffery Epstein's girlfriend:How to pronounce Ghislaine Maxwell's name Edara was enrolled at Rutgers in New Brunswick, where he was majoring in biology and slated to graduate in 2026, according to his LinkedIn profile. He was described as a man with a calm, collected demeanor and an "unwavering commitment to excellence" in the military statement. Edara left "a lasting impact on everyone around him," said Rutgers University professor of military science Lt. Col. Timothy Sorensen. "Cadet Edara was one of the most dedicated and promising young leaders I've had the privilege to know,"Sorensen said. "His loss is deeply felt across the entire ROTC and Rutgers community. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. The U.S. Bullion Depository, better known as Fort Knox, is a highly secure facility dedicated to storing the nation's gold reserves. The vault at the base in Fort Knoxholds about half of the country's gold, according to the U.S. Mint. Officials have only allowed a handful of visits from outsiders, including politicians and journalists, over the years. Contributing: Stephanie Kuzydym and Joshua Jongsma, NorthJersey.com;Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her on X @nataliealund. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:US Army cadet dies during training at Fort Knox

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July 28, 2025

Army cadet dies at Fort Knox during training in Kentucky

Army cadet dies at Fort Knox during training in Kentucky A 22-year-oldU.S. Armycadet from New Jersey died during a training exercise on a mi...
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Pilot arrested on child sex abuse material charges after landing at San Francisco airportNew Foto - Pilot arrested on child sex abuse material charges after landing at San Francisco airport

A pilot was arrested aboard a Delta Air Lines flight and federal agents took him into custody from the cockpit after the plane landed at San Francisco International Airport. The pilot, whose identity wasn't immediately released, was arrested on charges relating to child sexual abuse material, an official with the Department of Homeland Security said Monday. Passengers aboard the flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco on Saturday posted video online showing federal agents walking through the aisle of the plane. A message left with Delta Air Lines was not immediately returned and authorities provided no other details about the arrest. For more CNN news and newsletters create an account atCNN.com

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July 28, 2025

Pilot arrested on child sex abuse material charges after landing at San Francisco airport

Pilot arrested on child sex abuse material charges after landing at San Francisco airport A pilot was arrested aboard a Delta Air Lines flig...
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