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Character actor Peter Crombie, who stole scenes in everything from the cult horror classic House of Frankenstein to the iconic sitcom Seinfeld, has passed away at the age of 71. Crombie’s death was confirmed by his family on Wednesday, though no cause was immediately given. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 1952, Crombie began his acting career in the theater before transitioning to film and …

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Kirstie Alley, who won an Emmy for her role on “Cheers” and starred in films including “Look Who’s Talking,” died Monday. Alley died of cancer that was only recently discovered, her children True and Lillie Parker said in a post on Twitter. Alley’s manager Donovan Daughtry confirmed the death in an email to The Associated Press. …