Celebrity Deaths

One of the most popular ongoing segments in Dean Haglund and Phil Leirness’ long-running, weekly “Chillpak Hollywood Hour” has always been when they celebrate the lives and legacies of those who made indelible marks in the arts or in media. Some listeners have even let us know they would gladly listen to whole shows about celebrity deaths. Now, thanks to Chillpak Hollywood Presents …, those listeners have their chance! On this installment, Phil sets the tone by reading a poem from Betsy Holleman Burke’s new collection Family Veil. Dean and Phil then pay tribute to the following notables:*Iconic movie star and sex symbol of the 1950s and 60s Brigitte Bardot*May Britt, the Swedish actress who became a symbol of Hollywood’s golden era and the social struggles of America of the 1960s *Veteran character actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., whose work was unforgettable in such series as “The Wire”, “Veep” “Your Honor” and Netflix’s recent “The Residence”*The beloved star of “Buck Rogers in the 25th Century”, Gil Gerard*James Ransone III, who lent his considerable talent to numerous series and movies of the past twenty years, and who died by suicide at the young age of 46*Renee Nicole Macklin Good, a poet and mother, who spoke her final words “I’m not mad at you” to the ICE Agent who responded by summarily executing herChillpak Hollywood Presents ... is a listener-supported publication. To receive new shows and support our work, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deanandphil.substack.com/subscribe