Obituaries Related to "Lynn" from New York Times Archive
Lynn Kellogg, who found the spotlight in ‘Hair,’ dies at 77.
Lynn Kellogg Simpers, a singer and actress who, as Lynn Kellogg, played Sheila, the uptight debutante who turns into a free-spirited hippie in the original 1968 Broadway production of “Hair,” died on Thursday in St. Louis. She was 77.
Lynn Kellogg, Who Found the Spotlight in ‘Hair,’ Dies at 77
She had a leading role as a student protester in the original Broadway production. She died of Covid-19.
Vera Lynn, Singer Whose Wartime Ballads Lifted Britain, Dies at 103
Known as the “Forces’ Sweetheart,” Ms. Lynn performed sentimental songs that captured the affection of troops abroad and Britons at home.
Lynn Shelton, Director of Intimate Comic Dramas, Dies at 54
She got a late start on her filmmaking career but won acclaim for a freewheeling style that made room for contributions from actors like Marc Maron, who survives her.
Lynn Harrell, Acclaimed American Cellist, Is Dead at 76
Critics called him a “gentle giant,” a 6-foot-4 internationally renowned musician and frequent soloist whose playing could be sensitive and subtle.
Lynn Evans Mand, 95, Dies; a Voice on ‘Mr. Sandman’ and ‘Lollipop’
With Ms. Mand on lead vocals, the Chordettes reached the top of the pop charts in the 1950s
Lynn Cohen, Magda on ‘Sex and the City,’ Is Dead at 86
She had a long career onstage and on film and TV. But she found her greatest fame late in life, as a stern housekeeper on a hit HBO series.
Bobby Lynn Maslen, Who Found Young Readers’ Wavelength, Dies at 87
Ms. Maslen created Bob Books, simple stories simply illustrated, and thereby helped teach countless youngsters to read.
Lynn Walker Huntley, Lawyer in Prominent Civil Rights Issues, Dies at 69
Ms. Huntley was a lawyer whose cases and causes involved issues including capital punishment, race relations and employment discrimination.
Country singer Lynn Anderson dead at 67
Lynn Anderson, best known for her 1970 Grammy-winning hit "Rose Garden," died of a heart attack at 67. Gavino Garay reports.
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Alice and Ellen Kessler, ’60s Singing Sensations, Die at 89
The twin sisters from Germany, who were nightclub stars and regular guests on international variety shows, chose to end their lives together.
Bonnie Munshin, ‘Velvet Hammer’ of a Hamptons Hot Spot, Dies at 84
At Nick & Toni’s, a restaurant beloved by celebrities and locals alike, she managed its coveted prime real estate, keeping everyone happy and the looky-loos at bay.
Sid Davidoff, Powerful Aide to Mayor Lindsay, Dies at 86
In the 1960s and ’70s, he was a brash lieutenant to a young, ambitious, reform-minded mayor and ended up on President Nixon’s “enemies list.”
Bill Ivey, 81, Dies; Quelled Conservative Ire Over U.S. Arts Agency
As the head of the National Endowment for the Arts, Mr. Ivey, a leader in country music, shifted the agency’s focus away from avant-garde work and won more funding.
Alice Wong, Writer and Relentless Advocate for Disability Rights, Dies at 51
Born with muscular dystrophy, she received a MacArthur “Genius” grant in 2024 for her decades of calling attention to the need for equal rights for disabled people.
Todd Snider, Folk Singer With a Wry Wit, Dies at 59
Mentored by the likes of Jimmy Buffett and John Prine, his big-hearted ballads told of heartache even as his humor revealed a steadfast optimism.
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