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Carlos Ruiz Zafón, Author of ‘The Shadow of the Wind,’ Dies at 55

2020-06-20T19:49:10+0000

A story within a story that begins in a mysterious place known as the Cemetery of Forgotten Books, it is one of the most successful Spanish novels ever published.


Carl Ruiz, Celebrity Chef and Restaurateur, Dies at 44

2019-09-23T00:14:26+0000

He made frequent appearances on the Food Network as a competitive chef and celebrity judge.


Brunilda Ruiz, Original Joffrey and Harkness Dancer, Dies at 83

2019-08-30T21:55:52+0000

A student of Robert Joffrey, she was celebrated for her classical form and dramatic presence and viewed as a role model by other Hispanic ballet dancers.


Rosie Ruiz, Who Faked Victory in Boston Marathon, Dies at 66

2019-08-08T20:28:03+0000

Ms. Ruiz “won” the 1980 Boston Marathon after bursting through the crowd about a mile from the finish line. She was later disqualified.


Raúl Ruiz, Prolific Director of Cryptic Films, Dies at 70

2011-08-20T00:21:03+0000

Mr. Ruiz, a Chilean director, delighted in the twisting and turning plots of his movies.


Bishop Samuel Ruiz García, Defender of Mexico’s Mayans, Dies at 86

2011-01-27T04:17:58+0000

During his 40 years presiding over a Roman Catholic diocese in Chiapas, Bishop Ruiz cast light on abuses suffered by the Indians and sought to bring them into the church as equals with other Mexicans.


Hilton Ruiz, 54, Pianist Fluent in Jazz and Latin Rhythms, Dies

2006-06-07T05:00:00+0000

Hilton Ruiz, modern jazz and Latin pianist, dies at age 54; photo (M)


Hilton Ruiz, 54, Pianist Fluent in Jazz and Latin Rhythms, Dies

2006-06-07T04:00:00+0000

Hilton Ruiz spent his career shuttling between two separate if not entirely dissimilar musical words.


Paid Notice: Deaths RUIZ, EDWARD

2004-01-18T05:00:00+0000

RUIZ--Edward. With great sadness we acknowledge the passing of our brother Edward in Cape Town. Thoughtful and generous, he made a lasting impression on those who knew him. Our mother Miriam is forever grateful to his loving surrogate family, including Marina Petropulos and Mica Naumann of Cape Town. Edward died living out his dream among people of kindred spirit. He will be missed but not forgotten, and his essence will live on through his photographs. A memorial will be held on Thursday, 7pm, ...


Ruiz Warns Carey He May Now Back Death-Penalty Bill

1978-03-18T05:00:00+0000

State Senator Israel Ruiz Jr., Democrat of the South Bronx, said yesterday that unless Governor Carey offered a “meaningful” package to combat street crime in the next two weeks, he would cast what could be the deciding vote to override the Governors expected veto of the death‐penalty bill nearing final passage in the Legislature.



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James Van Der Beek, ‘Dawson’s Creek’ Actor, Dies at 48 After Cancer Battle

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 06:42:04 +0000

He first appeared in a hit TV drama as a wide-eyed 15-year-old who then grew up over six seasons. He announced he had cancer in 2024.

Bud Cort, Who Starred in 1971’s ‘Harold and Maude,’ Dies at 77

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:13:24 +0000

The role, one of his first, made him a household name and a film idol of the anti-establishment 1970s. But it also limited his growth as an actor.

LaMonte McLemore, Founding Singer With the 5th Dimension, Dies at 90

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 22:27:21 +0000

His group notched smooth hippie-era hits like “Up, Up and Away” and “The Age of Aquarius” in embracing a genre-blurring sound they called “champagne soul.”

Ken Peplowski, Who Helped Revive the Jazz Clarinet, Dies at 66

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 22:39:13 +0000

Also a saxophone standout, he served as stylistic bridge between the Benny Goodman swing era and the genre-blurring present.

Andrew Ranken, Whose Drumming Powered the Pogues, Dies at 72

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 22:54:38 +0000

Known as “The Clobberer,” he pounded out driving rhythms that fueled the band’s boisterous blend of traditional Irish music, rock and punk.

Tamas Vasary, Pianist of Power and Sensitivity, Dies at 92

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 23:10:13 +0000

He bought technical brilliance and stylistic authority to Romantic-era music, particularly the works of Chopin and Liszt.



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