Health worker evaluated
An American health worker, possibly exposed to Ebola in Sierra Leone, enters the University of Nebraska Medical Center for evaluation and testing. Taylor Wilson, hospital spokesman:
There will be 21 days of monitoring and if the disease does develop, obviously treatment would begin pretty quickly.
Stuart Scott dies at age 49
Scott dies at age 49 after a battle with cancer. ESPN president John Skipper:
ESPN and everyone in the sports world have lost a true friend and a uniquely inspirational figure in Stuart Scott.
Pill, Leonard engaged
Pill announces her engagement to Leonard through an Instagram photo. Leonard proposed to her over the holidays.
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Expecting first child
Macklemore and fiancée Tricia Davis announce they are expecting their first child via a video post on Twitter.
We wanted to share the news with you ourselves…Love Ben & Tricia http://t.co/ibrQ3Vlq3i
— Macklemore (@macklemore) January 3, 2015
Yo-Jong, Song marry
Yo-Jong marries Choe Song, the son of Vice Marshall Choe Ryong-Hae. Wire service AFP:
The marriage has allegedly helped Choe…secure his position within Kim’s inner circle after his rapid ascent to the top of the party just last year.
Donna Douglas dies age 82
Douglas dies at 82 from pancreatic cancer at at Baton Rouge General Hospital, near her home in Zachary, Louisiana. Douglas’ death is confirmed by her niece-in-law, Charlene Smith. Smith confirms that the actress was definitely 82 years old at the time of her death, not 81 like some sources have announced:
She was 82. She’s going to haunt me for that … (She was a) very good Christian lady. We all loved her.Whenever she gave presents, they always came with (passages) from Scripture.
Expecting child
Baldwin and wife Hilaria Baldwin announce they are expecting their second child together via a post on Instagram.
The sun has set on 2014 and on my year of daily #hilariaypd ….2015 is going to be very exciting as we are thrilled to announce we are expecting another little addition to our family!
Cuomo dies at age 82
Cuomo dies at age 82 of a heart condition in New York just after his eldest son Andrew was sworn into office to begin his second term at New York Governor. Andrew speaks on his father in his inaugural address:
He is in the heart and mind of every person who is here. He is here and he is here, and his inspiration and his legacy and his experience is what has brought this state to this point. So let’s give him a round of applause.
Golub dies at age 59
Golub dies at age 59 of progressive supra-nuclear palsy, an extremely rare and incurable brain disease. A tribute concert will be held in his honor on Jan. 21.
R.I.P. Extraordinary guitarist and colleague Jeff Golub. You were the real deal my friend.
— Nile Rodgers (@nilerodgers) January 2, 2015
We lost a truly special man and musician today, the amazing guitarist, Jeff Golub. Though he valiantly… http://t.co/LmSmc0Fp08
— Dave Koz (@DaveKozMusic) January 2, 2015
Resigns from corporate posts
Bush resigns from all corporate and non-profits board positions in preparation for 2016 presidential run. He is also reviewing is position in other businesses in which he is principal partner or owner. Spokeswoman:
Bush is reviewing his business engagements as he now actively explores a run for the presidency
Edward Herrmann dies at age 71
Herrmann dies at age 71 in a New York hospital intensive care after a battle with brain cancer. Herrmann’s manager, Robbie Kass:
Edward Herrmann, besides being an accomplished actor, he was also a true gentleman and a scholar, as well as being an incredibly kind and decent man. He will be sorely missed.
Renner, Pacheco split
Pacheco files for divorce citing irreconcilable differences. She wants physical custody of the couple’s daughter and spousal support.
Vergara, Manganiello engaged
Vergara is engaged to boyfriend Joe Manganiello after six months of dating. Source:
I’ve never seen two people so truly in love. The way they talk to each other, touch each other. It’s incredible.
Bears fire Trestman, Emery
The Chicago Bears fire head coach Marc Trestman and general manager Phil Emery after a 5-11 season. Trestman statement:
I also want to thank all the coaches and players who gave us everything we asked over the past two years. I have tremendous respect for this organization. Chicago is a special city with great fans. I appreciate the warm support my family and I received.
Emery statement:
This job was the opportunity of a lifetime. My only regret is we didn’t win enough games for that opportunity to continue.Thank you to all the Bears fans that have reached out to me the last three years, who have stopped to say hello, have extended their hand in friendship and that I’ve had the opportunity to have a conversation with. Your kindness does a lot more for the soul than people can imagine. To borrow a lyric or a line from Carrie Newcomer: ‘We stand breathless on the clean edge of change.’ So it’s time to change and move forward. Go Bears. Thanks for your time.
Jets fire Ryan, Idzik
The New York Jets fire head coach Rex Ryan and general manager John Idzik. Owner Woody Johnson’s statement:
Both Rex and John made significant contributions to the team, and they have my appreciation and gratitude for their efforts and commitment. Over the years, Rex brought the Jets a bold confidence and a couple of great postseason runs, which all of us will remember.
One dies, more injured
One man, identified as Greek national Giorgos Doulis, is confirmed dead. The deceased passenger and his injured wife are discovered in a lifeboat emergency chute, and both are airlifted to a hospital in the southern Italian city of Brindisi. Passengers still stuck on the vessel describe harsh conditions. Many may be suffering from smoke inhalation and hypothermia. Mr. Giorgos Styliaras in an interview with Mega Channel earlier:
We are out on the deck, we have frostbite and are choking on smoke. The boat is still burning and the floors are boiling. Some are trembling and others coughing from the smoke.
Lewis Rudolph dies at age 95
One of Krispy Kreme’s founders, Rudolph, dies at age 95. Rudolph’s daughter, Joyce Cope:
He was a very caring, family-oriented man
Divorce filing
Rock files for divorce from his wife of 19 years, Malaak Compton-Rock. Rock’s lawyer Robert S. Cohen:
Chris Rock has filed for divorce from his wife, Malaak, This is a personal matter and Chris requests privacy as he and Malaak work through this process and focus on their family.
Sorvino, Benkie marry
Sorvino marries fiancée Dee Dee Benkie in a ceremony in front of Lincoln Center. Benkie:
[It was a] very short, simple, sweet ceremony. It was just us.
Genesis Ali Dean born
Keys welcomes her second child with husband Swizz Beatz, a son named Genesis Ali Dean. Genesis joins brother Egypt, 4. Swizz Beatz on Instagram:
The Joy of Joy is Joy it’s a Boy #Blessings.