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Jill Sobule

Jan 15, 1959 - Apr 30, 2025

Texas, IL

The legendary musician Jill Sobule tragically passed away at the age of 66. Jill Sobule, the infamous songwriter and singer whose hit "Supermodel" heard in the movie titled "Clueless," was followed by three decades of advocacy, touring, and a one-woman musical was caught in a house fire in Woodbury, Minnesota. Born on January 16, 1959, in Denver to Elaine Sobule, a musician, and Marvin Lee Sobule, a veterinarian, she was inclined towards music from an early age. Sobule showcased her talent on the guitar in the eighth grade. Eventually, Jill dropped out of school, and her sole focus was on music, which provided her comfort. In 1990, she stepped into her recording career and released the album "Things Here Are Different." Her single from the album, "Too Cool to Fall in Love," gathered immense love from her fans. She continued to shine, releasing albums that became fan favorites in no time. Ms. Sobule had a loyal following and received positive reviews for her work. During her three decades of recording, she released 12 albums that addressed complex topics. Apart from performing, she was known to speak about a bunch of cultural and political topics such as anorexia, the death penalty, and, most importantly, human rights. Her brother and sister-in-law, Mary Ellen and James Sobule, along with her nephews and cousins, survive her and miss her dearly.

Ruth Buzzi

Jul 23, 1936 - Apr 30, 2025

Texas, IL

Ruth Buzzi, a comedy legend and the star of "Laugh-In," peacefully passed away at the age of 88 in her home in Texas. She was in hospice care for many years due to Alzheimer's disease. The reason for her unfortunate demise is also reported to be because of the complications of the disease, which was diagnosed 10 years ago. Born in 1936 in Westerly, Rhode Island, and brought up in Stonington, Connecticut, Buzzi was a cheerleader in high school. She studied in California and got her first break in 1956, acting along with Rudy Vallée in a stage comedy. Ruth earned national recognition in 1964 on the TV variety series titled "The Garry Moore." Buzzi was well-known for her role as Gladys. It was her humor and unique delivery that made her a household name. She went on to be cherished by her fans even after the show ended. Her career grew beyond Laugh-In. Buzzi also gave her voice to characters in different animated series, including "Alvin and the Chipmunks," "The Berenstain Bears," and many more. Her contributions to comedy and TV left a gaping mark on generations of viewers. Over a career that spanned almost six decades and earned her five Emmy Award nominations and a Golden Global win, Ruth appeared in many TV shows and movies. Her passing marks the end of a brilliant era for a performer whose career spanned decades.