HOLLYWOOD producer Sean Stone, who worked with stars like Bruce Willis and John Travolta, has died at 31.
Sean was diagnosed with metastatic neuroendocrine cancer of the colon in July.
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Sean died Tuesday at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey, his family told The Hollywood Reporter.
He was a creative executive on multiple features released in 2022, including action thriller Hot Seat starring Mel Gibson, and Wrong Place, starring Bruce Willis.
He was also a producer on the soon-to-be-released John Travolta movie, Cash Out.
The New Jersey native graduated from the University of Arizona before moving to Los Angeles, California, in 2017.
After working at the famed talent agency Creative Artists Agency, he eventually transitioned to executive producer on multiple projects.
Sean is survived by his parents, David and Ileen; his siblings, Ashley, Justin, Michael, Mallory, and Brian; brother-in-law Thomas Smith; and sisters-in-law Christine Stone and Jenna Yeo; as well as nieces Ella and Sloane.
DEBRA BYRD
Singer and vocal coach Debra Byrd also died on Tuesday.
The 72-year-old star, who worked on hit shows such as The Voice and American Idol, died at her Los Angeles, California, home.
Debra’s cause of death has not been confirmed yet, according to Deadline.
Several celebrities, including long-time friend and colleague, Barry Manilow, have led touching tributes following Debra’s death.
Barry shared an emotional post on social media.
“This is one of the saddest days of my life. I just can’t wrap my mind around the fact that Debra is no longer with me,” he wrote.
“She was one of the most wonderful friends I’ve ever had. I will miss you forever, my love.”
Debra had worked with several other huge stars, including Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson, and Bob Dylan.
JIM BEARD
Jim Beard, the keyboardist for Steely Dan, died on Saturday at the age of 63, after complications from a sudden illness.
Jim had been the touring keyboardist for the rock band over the past 16 years.
His death was confirmed on Wednesday by a representative.
The pianist, composer, and producer’s last performance with Steely Dan was on January 20 in Phoenix, Arizona.
The rocker also toured with the Eagles on their recent Long Goodbye tour.
Jim is survived by his children, Caitlin and Victor, as well as his mother Sarah, his sister Nancy Canale, and his brother Bill Beard.
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