Spy Novelist John Le Carré Dies At 89
The bestselling author of The Spy Who Came in from the Cold and Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy died Saturday at age 89; his work was informed by his own years as a spy during the Cold War.
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Carol Sutton, New Orleans Star Known For Role In 'Steel Magnolias,' Dies At 76
Sutton, who appeared in more than 100 movies, plays and television shows over a career that spanned almost 50 years, died this past week of complications from the coronavirus.
Country Legend Charley Pride Dies Of COVID-19 Complications At 86
We remember Charley Pride, one of the first African Americans to become popular as a country artist. Pride died yesterday at the age of 86, of complications from COVID-19.
'Jewish Telegraphic Agency' Commemorates Members Of The Community Lost To COVID-19
The Jewish Telegraphic Agency is attempting to personalize the pandemic by commemorating community members who have died. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Editor-in-Chief Philissa Cramer.
Charley Pride, Country Music's First Major Black Star, Dies At 86
Pride died Saturday from complications of COVID-19 in Dallas. The baritone-voiced singer was the first Black man inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Finding A Way To Collectively Grieve The Lives Lost To COVID-19
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Kristin Urquiza of Marked By Covid and Sallie Lynch of Tuesday's Children about meaningful ways to grieve the nearly 300,000 Americans who've died from COVID-19.
Coronavirus Victims: Kentucky Doctor Mohammed Jawed
Mohammed Jawed was a doctor in Corbin, Ky. His daughters remember him as a gentle, selfless man who helped COVID-19 patients, before succumbing to the disease himself.
Harold Budd's Music Was Heaven On Earth
The ambient composer and Brian Eno collaborator died this week at the age of 84 from complications brought on by COVID-19.
Paul Sarbanes, Longtime Senator From Maryland And Financial Reformer, Dies At 87
The politician represented Maryland for more than three decades, first as a member of the House and then as a senator. He helped craft a law that overhauled corporate oversight after Enron's collapse.
Remembering Chuck Yeager, Pilot Who Broke The Sound Barrier
The legendary aviator, who died Dec. 7, served as a fighter pilot in World War II. Later, as a test pilot, he was the first person to fly faster than the speed of sound. Originally broadcast in 1988.