Beautiful, talented, certainly was not known for her acting (this was her only acting role) but featured in an iconic role where she played the title character. A Diva with the common touch. Ms. Wilhelmenia Wiggins Fernandez, R.I.P. 

https://www.inquirer.com/obituaries/wilhelmenia-wiggins-fernandez-diva-obituary-20240206.html

 

@DramatistDreamer Thank you for sharing that. I've never seen Diva, although someone has been suggesting it to me lately. I really should. That was a lovely tribute to Fernandez.

1 hour ago, DRW50 said:

@DramatistDreamer Thank you for sharing that. I've never seen Diva, although someone has been suggesting it to me lately. I really should. That was a lovely tribute to Fernandez.

Just keep in mind that 1980s films are not without controversy and only today, I realized in retrospect, there are one or two problematic moments in this film. It is an undeniably beautiful looking film and Wiggins Rodriguez looks and sounds exquisite in it.

15 minutes ago, DramatistDreamer said:

Just keep in mind that 1980s films are not without controversy and only today, I realized in retrospect, there are one or two problematic moments in this film. It is an undeniably beautiful looking film and Wiggins Rodriguez looks and sounds exquisite in it.

Thanks for warning me. I generally can deal with most of these elements...although I really despise 'ironic" racism, homophobia, etc. that is seen as so cool in recent years.

7 minutes ago, DRW50 said:

Thanks for warning me. I generally can deal with most of these elements...although I really despise 'ironic" racism, homophobia, etc. that is seen as so cool in recent years.

From what I can recall, these are not among the problematic issues, more of maybe lines that get crossed by today’s standards but were probably seen as towing a fine line back then. I don’t want to spoil it for you in case you want to watch the film for yourself.

11 minutes ago, DramatistDreamer said:

From what I can recall, these are not among the problematic issues, more of maybe lines that get crossed by today’s standards but were probably seen as towing a fine line back then. I don’t want to spoil it for you in case you want to watch the film for yourself.

Thanks. I appreciate it.

17 minutes ago, DRW50 said:

Thanks. I appreciate it.

No problem.

Paul D'Amato Dead: 'Slap Shot's Dr. Hook Actor Was 76; Also In 'The Deer Hunter' (deadline.com)

I saw a claim that John Byrne drew Wolverine in his likeness. I'm not too sure on that one, but there is a resemblance.

On 2/16/2024 at 3:51 PM, DRW50 said:

@DramatistDreamer Thank you for sharing that. I've never seen Diva, although someone has been suggesting it to me lately.

That someone was me, at least once upon a time! I love Diva, what a tragedy.

https://deadline.com/2024/02/micheline-presle-dead-devil-in-the-flesh-star-was-101-obituary-1235833782/

You may not immediately recognize the name but you likely will recognize this young woman from the image of her as a little girl who, through her tears had a very strong impact on the meaning of empathy for people with AIDS and HIV. It felt like such a blessing to see her progress and blossom over the years. Still, 39 is too young for her to pass on. May she rest in peace.

https://www.blackenterprise.com/hiv-aids-activist-hydeia-broadbent-dies-at-39/

Pamela Salem 1944-2024 - News - Big Finish

Pamela was on many shows, including a stint in the golden era of EE as part of Den Watts' slow decline. She may be best known for her work on Classic Doctor Who, which helped lead to a great deal of Big Finish audio work in her later years. 

I remember her well. Great actress.

 

Too young. Like Michael Zaslow, he had ALS.

https://screenrant.com/kenneth-mitchell-star-trek-discovery-actor-dies/

He was also in that rather unfortunate "Ghost Whisperer" storyline that had Jim killed and his spirit jumping into another guy's body so they would show Ken's reflection in the mirror.

Edited February 25, 20241 yr by applcin