Anthony Mason dies age 48
Mason dies at age 48 from congestive heart failure. Mason’s son, Anthony Mason Jr.:
First I want to thank all those who offered prayers and well-wishes for my Father, our family really appreciates it. Overnight, New York City and the world lost a legend, a friend, a brother … but more than anything our father, Anthony Mason. As you all would expect our father — Big Mase — put up an incredible fight, dealing with a severe heart issue. I’m wishing this was something else I was writing, but Pops we’ve got to let you know we love you and know you’ll always be with us.
Boris Nemtsov murdered age 55
Nemtsov is murdered in central Moscow. He is shot four times in his back with a pistol while returning from a restaurant with his girlfriend.
‘He won’t be forgotten’
On Twitter, Stewart expresses his sorrow over the news of Nimoy’s passing.
It is with sadness that I heard of Leonard Nimoy's death. I was lucky to spend many happy, inspiring hours with him. He won't be forgotten.
— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) February 27, 2015
Charmayne Maxwell dies age 46
Maxwell, 46, dies after husband Carsten Soulshock finds her unconscious and bleeding at her home in Los Angeles. The events leading to her death are yet to be determined, but it is believed that she fell and cut her neck on glass. Maxwell’s brother Brandon Maxwell via Twitter:
https://twitter.com/brandonrmaxwell/status/571870305720803328
https://twitter.com/brandonrmaxwell/status/571872188409622531
Michaelson, Laswell divorce
Michaelson and Lowell split after three years of marriage. Joint statement:
After careful consideration, and with mutual respect, we have decided to separate.
Leonard Nimoy dies age 83
Nimoy, 83, dies of end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease at his Bel Air home.
Retires
Hamilton retires from basketball.
Today is a very special day for me because today is the day that I take my shoes … and I find a little street corner down the street and throw my sneakers on the power lines because today I officially retire from the NBA…I looked myself in the mirror and said, ‘Hey, you know what, it might be my time. I’ve got a lot of miles on my body, I think I just need to let it go.’
Earl Lloyd dies age 86
Lloyd dies at the age of 86. NBA commissioner Adam Silver:
The NBA family has lost one of its patriarchs. Earl Lloyd, the first African-American to play in an NBA game, was as inspirational as he was understated. He was known as a modest gentleman who played the game with skill, class, and pride. His legacy survives in the league he helped integrate, and the entire NBA family will strive to always honor his memory. Our deepest condolences to the Lloyd family.
West Virginia State president Brian Hemphill:
The State family mourns the loss of a fellow Yellow Jacket and trailblazer who was a true champion both on and off of the basketball court. When Earl stepped out on the court on that fateful date in 1950, this remarkable man rightfully earned his place in the historic civil rights movement and, more important, he opened the door to equality in America.
RIP to Mr. Earl Lloyd you opened that ever so important door for all African American athletes. Thank You!!!! 🙏's up to your family
— Vince Carter (@mrvincecarter15) February 27, 2015
Car stolen
A trailer containing the No. 44 Team Xtreme Racing Chevrolet being driven by Kvapil is stolen from a hotel parking lot in Morrow, Georgia. Team Xtreme is forced to withdraw from the NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Kvapil tweets photos of the trailer and car.
Here it is……New Jersey plates pic.twitter.com/YayDb2Ya6u
— Travis Kvapil (@TravisKvapil) February 27, 2015
Hospitalized
Logan is rushed to a DC area hospital for internal bleeding. She remains in the hospital while she recovers from the digestive disease diverticulitis. CBS spokesperson:
We wish Lara a very speedy recovery.
Retires
Roos retires after ten seasons in the NFL. Coach Munchak:
Michael was such an intelligent football player…He always understood his opponent, our offensive scheme, their defensive scheme and all the angles involved. That knowledge and film work let him play with a great deal of confidence. … As coaches, we were never concerned about his matchup, because he could handle any opponent, whether it was a big guy or an athletic guy.
Throwback to when I used to be in the NFL 2005-2014 #tbt #Retired
After 10 years as a Tennessee… https://t.co/9fXGgtBNuN
— Michael Roos (@MichaelRoos) February 26, 2015
Suffers drug relapse
Hamilton suffers a drug relapse involving the use of cocaine and alcohol.
Hear hamilton had relapse. Believe occurred a couple months back. Involved at least cocaine. Honorably, he confessed.
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) February 26, 2015
Pleads not guilty
Jones pleads not guilty to charges of rape and sodomy. Jones is charged with assaulting two women, who were able to identify him as the assailant. Jones’s attorney, Scott Cox:
We believe this gentleman is innocent and he’s been falsely accused, and he’s going to be found not guilty. We understand there’s video potentially in the hallway of the building where this allegedly occurred; also video out in the parking lot. We believe those videos will be exculpatory to Mr. Jones.
Expecting third child
Diesel and Jimenez are expecting their third child together. Source:
He wants to be with his family at the birth; it’s a beautiful thing. What human being wouldn’t?
Joins cast
Gaga joins cast of American Horror Story: Hotel.
Make your reservation now. #GagaAHSHotelhttps://t.co/o9ixi5TaFy
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) February 25, 2015
I am so excited to be a part of American Horror Story's hardworking cast. A twisted fantasy. My favorite kind. 💋
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) February 27, 2015
Theodore Hesburgh dead at 97
The reverend passes away. Rev. John Jenkins:
With his leadership, charisma and vision, he turned a relatively small Catholic college known for football into one of the nation’s great institutions for higher learning.
Purchases $2.7 million home
Kylie purchases a home in Calabasas for $2.7 million. Kris:
You know she completely has her own style. Kylie has her own vision on how she wants her home to look. She has a few months now until she moves in, to really take her time and get it together…so she will really embrace that time…and get really creative. Kylie is really excited!
Suffers seizures
After Brown suffers seizures when taken out of medically induced coma doctors return her to a coma again. Source:
This is a horrible setback. Everyone was hopeful that this was the sign that she’d turned the corner. We were so optimistic. Bobby is taking this so hard; he was sure this was going to be a good day.
Retires
Johnson retires from the NFL after a 12 year career.
Today I am announcing my retirement from the game I love. I lived a dream which few can say but it’s time to move on. I want to thank the Chargers organization for giving me a home these past three years. I have nothing but respect for the players, coaches, front office staff and fans that were a part of me and my family’s lives. It’s been a great ride!
Cancer in remission
Quessenberry is in remission from non-Hodgkin T lymphoblastic lymphoma after having completed an aggressive series of chemotherapy treatments followed by radiation therapy. He hopes to play football in 2015.