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Yahoo
28 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Nottingham's official Robin Hood Tim Pollard dies aged 61 after 'short, brave' cancer battle
Tim Pollard, Nottingham's official Robin Hood, has died following a battle with cancer. Mr Pollard was aged 61 and was surrounded by his family when he passed away. A statement posted on his Facebook page revealed the beloved actor died following a "short, brave" battle with cancer. The tribute reads: "It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the news of Tim's passing. He left us peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. "Tim faced a short, brave battle with cancer. It was his heartfelt wish to keep his illness private, and he only allowed us to begin sharing this difficult news with a few close friends in recent weeks. READ MORE: Dramatic footage shows driver on wrong side of dual carriageway during Nottingham pursuit READ MORE: Nottingham's Lister Gate to get new big-name clothes shop in boost for struggling street "He truly valued his privacy, and we are striving to honour that now. "Tim was, as many of you know, our very own and only Robin Hood. He was loved by so many, not just here in Nottingham, but far beyond. His laughter, his spirit, and his incredible friendship touched countless lives. "We know Tim will be deeply missed by all who knew him. We will share details of how we will celebrate his life in due course." Mr Pollard had been the city's Robin Hood for more than three decades. He is survived by his daughter. His wife, Sally Pollard, who was the city's Maid Marian, also died of cancer in June 2017 aged only 39. Tributes started pouring in on Saturday, June 28. Ray Blockley said: "Very, very sad to hear of the passing of Tim Pollard this morning. A regular at the Nottingham Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival, who many folk will know from his Robin Hood persona, as well as his promotion and support of all things Nottingham and local. "Thoughts are with his daughter and family at this sad time. If you can, raise a glass in his memory today." Tim Freer added: "I've heard the terribly sad news this morning of the passing of Tim Pollard, our very own and much loved Robin Hood - all of us that knew him are devastated. My thoughts go out to his family, we're going to miss him so much."
CTV News
11 hours ago
- General
- CTV News
Fundraiser honours Surrey teen
Vancouver Watch A touching tribute in Surrey with family and friends coming together to honour Chase De Balinhard with a fundraiser near and dear to his heart.
Daily Mail
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Adult film star Kylie Paige dead at 28
Adult film star Kylie Paige died at the age of 28 from unknown causes. Brazzers, a pornography site, confirmed the young woman's death, writing: 'The Brazzers team is deeply saddened to learn of Kylie Page's passing. 'Kylie will be remembered for her laughter, kindness and bringing light wherever she went.' Paige's cause of death is currently unknown. She died in Los Angeles. Paige has done more than 200 sex scenes since debuting in 2016. Fellow performer and friend, Leah Gotti, told AVN that she remembers her friend as an 'infectious person' who had a 'really light and bright' personality. 'He just loved to smile, laugh, and really valued living life to the fullest and being free as much as possible,' she said. The pair started out in the same modeling house when they were 18 before moving into the adult film industry. Her talent agency, Hussie Models, also gave a tribute to the star, saying: 'Losing Kylie is truly heartbreaking.' 'She was a kind soul, a wonderful friend, and always brought warmth and energy wherever she went. That's exactly how I'll always remember her, full of life and kindness,' spokesperson Alex Mack said. Her death comes as bodybuilding porn star, Damien Stone, died at the age of 32 in March. Stone was a prolific adult performer and bodybuilder who had amassed a large following due to his extremely muscular physique. The Moldovan-born star was also known for his versatility in front of the camera, filming X-rated scenes with men, women, and transgender women. He worked for many of the industry's biggest studios during his career, including Raging Stallion and Men. Stone pulled back from mainstream porn in 2020 to focus on bodybuilding and his OnlyFans account. He eventually became a three-time bodybuilding champion in Pennsylvania, where he lived after moving to the US from Moldova.
Time of India
19 hours ago
- Time of India
Rath Yatra passes peacefully, pays tribute to plane crash victims
Vadodara: A sea of devotees turned up to attend the Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra in the city on Friday afternoon. Police had deployed tight security along the yatra's route, which began from Sayajigunj and passed through Kothi Crossroads, Raopura and Nyay Mandir before ending near the Polo Ground. Thousands of policemen, including senior police officers, ensured that the procession went off smoothly. City police commissioner Narasimha Komar was also present at the procession. This year, the ISKCON Temple tempered down the celebrations due to the Ahmedabad plane crash. No firecrackers were burst, and the usual elaborate procession was reduced to a few vehicles. Additionally, devotees observed two minutes of silence to pay tribute to the victims. Apart from the body-worn cameras that were recording all the happenings, drones were also deployed on the route of the yatra. - Cop dies of heart attack on duty A 38-year-old policeman deployed for Rath Yatra security reportedly died of a heart attack on Friday. Naresh Rathwa, who was from Chhota Udepur, had been posted at Harni police station. He was deployed for the yatra's security in Raopura on Friday, when he suddenly complained of restlessness and started vomiting. He was rushed to SSG Hospital, where he died during treatment.
Sky News
21 hours ago
- General
- Sky News
Tributes paid to 'true original' who died while skydiving
Family and friends have paid tribute to a student who was among two people who died while skydiving in Devon - describing him as a "true original". Adam Harrison died in the incident near Dunkeswell Aerodrome, near Honiton, in Devon on Friday, 13 June. The 30-year-old skydiving instructor, from Bournemouth, was a chiropractic student at the Health Sciences University in the town. In a statement, his family and friends said: "From the very first moment you met Adam, you felt it - that spark. He didn't simply enter a room; he lit it up. "With boundless energy, an infectious laugh, and a natural warmth that made everyone feel like a lifelong friend, Adam was a true original. "He was, as so many have said, 'one of a kind', a beautiful soul whose kindness and charisma left a mark on everyone lucky enough to know him. "Adam had a way of turning ordinary days into unforgettable adventures. Whether he was swinging through trees at Go Ape, chasing dreams in the sky as a tandem instructor, or lifting spirits at every party, he carried a joy that was impossible to ignore. He made life feel lighter - funnier, freer, more alive. "He approached everything he loved with passion - from skydiving and snowboarding to spontaneous adventures and silly jokes. He was always chasing joy, and he brought others along for the ride. Even in life's toughest moments, Adam chose light." Mother-of-four Belinda Taylor, 48, from Totnes, also died in the incident, which is now the subject of an investigation. An inquest into their deaths was opened this week and heard that they both died after their parachute failed to open during a tandem skydive. The inquest was adjourned pending further investigations. Ms Taylor's partner, Scott Armstrong, paid tribute to her earlier this month, writing on Facebook: "I miss you so much, you were my best friend. "Thank you for everything you've done for me, from making my children feel at home to putting up with my mess... there's just so much that I don't have the words to express it. "I feel so lost. I don't know where home is without you." Ms Taylor's eldest son, Connor Bowles, paid tribute to a "selfless woman" who was also a grandmother to two young children. In a statement, Skydive Buzz, the company that organised the fatal jump, said it was "heartbroken" by the deaths and was fully co-operating with the investigation. It said: "Our deepest condolences go out to the families, friends, and everyone affected by this devastating event." As per standard procedure, the relevant authorities were contacted immediately, and the appropriate investigation protocols were initiated without delay. " A British Skydiving Board of Inquiry will now investigate. "Once complete, a report - including conclusions and any recommendations - will be submitted to the coroner, the police, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), the British Skydiving Safety & Training Committee (STC), and other relevant bodies. "Safety is, and always has been, our top priority. We are fully co-operating with the investigation and continue to uphold the highest possible standards in everything we do." The Air Accident Investigation Branch earlier said that it had been "notified of a tragic accident in which two jumpers lost their lives" but that it was a matter for British Skydiving. The Civil Aviation Authority confirmed it was aware of the incident but could not comment further due to the ongoing investigation. A spokesman added: "We will work closely with the relevant authorities to understand what happened and are awaiting the report into the incident."
