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Tommy Smothers Dies

When you don’t know what you’re talking about, it’s hard to know when you’re finished. – Tommy Smothers

Born on February 2, 1937, at the Fort Jay army post hospital on Governors Island in New York City, a bundle of joy named Thomas B. Smothers III, or Tommy as he would later be known, came into the world. Little did anyone know that this baby would grow up to be a comedic legend and a passionate advocate for peace. Tommy was the son of Ruth (née Remick), a homemaker; and Major Thomas B. Smothers, an U.S. army officer who died a POW, of the Japanese, in April 1945.

Alan Arkin Dies

Throughout his career, Arkin demonstrated his ability to excel in both comedic and dramatic roles.

Alan Arkin is an American actor, director, and musician, known for his versatility and exceptional performances across various mediums. He was born on March 26, 1934, in Brooklyn, New York, to David and Beatrice Arkin.