Obituaries rarely go viral, but this one written by a daughter for her deceased mom has been making rounds on the internet for its hilarity and honesty. New York Times journalist Caity Weaver, 33, has a knack for words, and she put that skill to good use when she composed a hysterical eulogy for her … Read more
ESPN sportscaster Scott Van Pelt has never shied away from discussing serious topics on his show, “One Big Thing.” But his recent SportsCenter segment—a tribute to his late dog, Otis—is one of the most moving moments in television you’ll ever see. On April 27, Van Pelt announced the passing of his 11-year-old dog, Otis. The … Read more
News of Betty White passing at the age 99 on Friday, December 31, has left many of the actor’s fans and friends in the industry heartbroken. The internet was flooded with tributes sharing their fondest memories of the beloved star in her seven-decade career. Among those posts was a tweet that resurfaced footage of White’s … Read more
This former flight attendant has a long journey ahead of him, but it’s a trek he’s gladly taking to honor the flight crews—his friends and colleagues—who lost their lives during 9/11. Paul Veneto is doing what he’s done for 30 years as a flight attendant for five different airlines—pushing an airplane’s beverage cart. The 62-year-old … Read more
We all have our ways of honoring the memories of our loved ones who have passed away. For these sisters who lost their dad to COVID-19, their tribute came in the form of tattoos. Anna Harp, 27, and Abrielle Clausing, 21, got tattoos of their late father’s final note to their family. Anna describes her … Read more
It’s a tribute fit for a king. Disneyland recently unveiled a two-story-tall mural honoring the late actor Chadwick Boseman in its Downtown Disney shopping district. The artwork, aptly named “King Chad,” was created by movie illustrator and children’s book author Nikkolas Smith. The mural, displayed on the side of the former ESPN Zone building, shows … Read more
We’ve always known that healthcare workers have one of the toughest jobs in the world. They’re responsible for managing the well-being of their patients and saving their lives in the process. But with the emergence of the coronavirus pandemic, their responsibility has become even more arduous. In the US alone, hundreds of thousands have succumbed … Read more
Many people are struggling to find hope and clarity amid the ongoing pandemic. With thousands of people dying every day and with media outlets broadcasting mostly negative news, it’s no surprise that many are feeling down. During these uncertain times, it’s hard to imagine if we’re close to seeing the light at the end of … Read more
An immigrant doctor who succumbed to COVID-19 is being honored with a giant mural in New York City. Dr. Ydelfonso Decoo is a loving family man, a grandfather, and a passionate pediatrician with deep compassion for his community. The 20,000-square-foot mural, displayed at the Queens Museum – Flushing Meadows Corona Park, is also a tribute … Read more
World-renowned artist Banksy is the antithesis of commissioned art; he makes street art. And he dedicates his most recent work to the NHS staff who had been working hard amid the coronavirus pandemic. His latest creation is an almost fully monochrome painting he called Game Changer, which depicts a young boy playing with a toy. … Read more
I want to tell you about my dad, Donald John Pijanowski. He was born on October 30, 1932 and he passed away today at 12:07pm, April 1, 2020. The doctors tell us it was covid19 which means we were not allowed in the hospital to be with him for his last days. Instead of gathering … Read more
Before the Los Angeles Lakers’ first game since the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, R&B singer Usher performed a moving rendition of “Amazing Grace” as a tribute to the late legend. Bryant died on Sunday along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California. The other victims were their friends, John … Read more