Deaths (Obituaries)

Charles Strouse, Composer of ‘Annie’ and ‘Bye Bye Birdie,’ Dies at 96

He wrote some of the most enduring musical theater numbers of his era and earned three Tony Awards, a Grammy and an Emmy.

By Margalit Fox

Actors and Actresses Actors Studio Baker, Joe Don (1936-2025) Deaths (Obituaries) Movies Pusser, Buford Television Walking Tall (Movie)

Joe Don Baker, Actor Who Found Fame With ‘Walking Tall,’ Dies at 89

His performance as a crusading Southern sheriff made him a star after a decade under the radar in character parts. He went on to play a wide range of roles.

By Anita Gates

Deaths (Obituaries) La Scala Opera House (Milan, Italy) Lima (Peru) Luigi Alva Metropolitan Opera Milan (Italy) Opera

Luigi Alva, Elegant Tenor With a Lighthearted Touch, Dies at 98

A Peruvian-born international star, he made a specialty of roles in operas by Donizetti, Rossini and Mozart, becoming one of their pre-eminent interpreters.

By Jonathan Kandell

Actors and Actresses Aunor, Nora Bona (Movie) Deaths (Obituaries) Music Philippines

Nora Aunor, Singer-Actress Called ‘the Superstar’ in Philippines, Dies at 71

And her fans were called Noranians for their devotion to a performer who had enthralled her country — onscreen and on the concert stage — since she was a teenager.

By Richard Sandomir