Here are the entertainment stories for Thursday, November 12, 2026.
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CSM Daily Roundup: November 11, 2026 covers reports on the deaths of four entertainers, including Patrick Stewart, as reported by ABC News, and Stacy Keach, as reported by People.com.
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Whiskey Riff reported that Henry Winkler recalled working with Dolly Parton on "A Smoky Mountain Christmas." According to the outlet, Parton died on August 25, 2026, at age 80 in Nashville, Tennessee.
ARYnews.tv reported that Anthony Clark, an actor and comedian known for "Yes, Dear," has died at 62.
The Guardian reported that Irma P Hall, who starred in "The Ladykillers," has died at 91.
NPR reported that actor Stacy Keach, who played a private eye among other roles, has died at 85.
Deadline reported that Dan Hicks, the longtime voice of NBC Sports, died of an acute illness in Connecticut on Wednesday, November 11. He was 64. His wife, ESPN anchor Hannah Storm, announced his death. "Our family is heartbroken by the sudden and unexpected passing of Dan," Storm said in a statement, according to Deadline.
Saving Country Music reported that Brian Ahern has died. The outlet's post names Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, George Jones and Linda Ronstadt among the artists connected to his career.
Sources: Whiskey Riff · ARYnews.tv · The Guardian · NPR · Deadline · Saving Country Music
