Entertainment George Michael's lover is challenging his will after being left nothing, says cousin

Author, model and former "Ladies of London" reality TV star Annabelle Neilson passed away suddenly on July 12 from a stroke at age 49. The socialite and creator of the children's book series "The Me Me Me's" was longtime best friends with supermodel Kate Moss and was once the muse of fashion designer Alexander McQueen. Annabelle is survived by her parents and sister.

Swedish musician and DJ Avicii (real name: Tim Bergling) took his own life on April 20. Known for his hit songs like "Wake Me Up" and "Hey Brother," the 28-year-old music star also struggled with depression, drug addiction and alcoholism throughout his career. His body was discovered at a resort in Muscat, Oman, where he was vacationing at the time.

"Superman" star Margot Kidder was found dead in her Montana home on May 13 at age 69. While the Lois Lane actress' cause of death hasn't been revealed, Margot's close friend, Louisa Willcox, has claimed the troubled star was living with drug addicts and thieves at the time of her passing. In 1996, Margot suffered a mental breakdown in Los Angeles and was later found "dirty, frightened and paranoid" three days after being reported missing. She later revealed that she suffered from bipolar disorder. Margot is survived by her daughter, Maggie McGuane.

Demi Lovato addresses overdose and thanks god for keeping her alive

Demi Lovato broke her silence following a near-death overdose with an Instagram message on Aug. 5, 2018."I want to thank God for keeping me alive and well," she wrote following her near-death experience.

"Glee" star Mark Salling took his own life on Jan. 30 at age 35. At the time of his death, the troubled actor was awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty to possession of child pornography. Mark hung himself near a secluded riverbed not far from his Los Angeles-area home.

"The Love Guru" actor Verne Troyer died at age 49 from acute alcohol poisoning on April 21. He was best known for his work in films like "Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me," "Austin Powers in Goldmember" and "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus." Verne's final film, the comedy "Hipsters, Gangsters, Aliens and Geeks," is set for release sometime in 2018.

Irish musician Dolores O'Riordan, best known as the frontwoman of the indie rock band the Cranberries, was found dead in her London hotel room on Jan. 15. The 46-year-old singer was in the UK to record a cover of her hit 1994 song "Zombie." TMZ reported that close friends claimed Dolores had been "dreadfully depressed" in the weeks leading up to her death, although others said she was "cheerful" and "happy." An inquest into her death was removed from the court schedule in April without explanation, and as of yet, no cause of death has been revealed. Dolores is survived by her three children, ages 20, 16 and 12.

'Will & Grace' Books David Schwimmer for Key Guest Role

The 'Friends' alum returns to Thursday nights on NBC with a new scene partner: Debra Messing.David Schwimmer has booked a recurring guest arc on the NBC revival as a new romantic interest for the character played by Debra Messing.

Jackson family patriarch Joe Jackson passed away at 89 on June 27 after succumbing to pancreatic cancer. The controversial former music manager and father of pop legends Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson and the Jackson Five lived out his final days in a hospice care facility in Las Vegas. His wife of 69 years, Katherine Jackson, was reportedly by his side at the time of his death.

On June 5, the world learned that 55-year-old fashion designer Kate Spade had taken her own life in her Manhattan apartment. The businesswoman and style icon reportedly left a note for her 13-year-old daughter, Beatrix. Her estranged husband, Andy Spade, refuted claims that Kate had refused to treat her depression and anxiety, explaining that she'd been "actively seeking help" for the previous five years. Andy, whose brother is comedian David Spade, also confirmed that though they'd been living apart for the previous 10 months after 35 years as a couple, he and Kate had not discussed divorce.

British-born stage and screen actor John Mahoney passed away on Feb. 4 while in hospice care as he fought numerous illnesses, including brain disease and lung cancer. The 77-year-old Golden Globe- and Emmy-nominated performer got his start in the '80s on both the big and small screens, later starring in films like "Say Anything..." and "Barton Fink" before landing a recurring role as Martin Crane on the award-winning series "Frasier." John didn't have a partner or children upon passing and reportedly left the bulk of his $5 million estate to friends.

Tennessee executions: Quick facts about death row

There are 61 people on Tennessee's death row. One offender, Billy Ray Irick, is scheduled to be executed Thursday.The execution may mark a renewed push by Tennessee to kill death row offenders.

Following her decision to end treatment for congestive heart failure and pulmonary disease, former first lady Barbara Bush passed away at the age of 92 on April 17. Barbara, who was first lady from 1989 to 1993 and second lady from 1981 to 1989, was a passionate advocate for literacy throughout her life, founding the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy in 1989. She is survived by her husband of 73 years, former President George H. W. Bush, and five of their six children.

Two days after his bandmates reported him missing, Frightened Rabbit frontman Scott Hutchison, 36, was discovered dead near a marina outside Edinburgh, Scotland. The musician's family implied that his mental health issues played a role in his death. "Depression is a horrendous illness that does not give you any alert or indication as to when it will take a hold of you," they said in a statement.

On Jan. 5, legendary entertainer Jerry Van Dyke died at age 86 from congestive heart failure. The Emmy-nominated actor and comedian was best known for his work as Luther Van Dam on the long-running comedy series "Coach." He first began acting in 1962, following in the footsteps of his equally famous older brother, Dick Van Dyke. Throughout his 53-year career, Jerry captivated audiences and never failed to make them laugh. His final role was on the sitcom "The Middle" from 2012 to 2015. He's survived by his wife of 41 years, Shirley Ann Jones, and two living children. Jerry lost his daughter, Nancee Kelly, to suicide in 1991.

On March 17, Stephen Hawking, a world-famous theoretical physicist, cosmologist, author and director of research at the University of Cambridge, died at 76 from complications resulting from his decades-long battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. The author of such famous scientific works as "A Brief History of Time" and "The Theory of Everything" (the latter of which was also the title of the 2014 film about his life starring Eddie Redmayne) died peacefully in his Cambridge home, according to a statement released by his three children. Stephen's ashes were interred in London's Westminster Abbey next to the remains of another famous scientist, Sir Isaac Newton.

She works for Trump. He can’t stand him. This is life with Kellyanne and George Conway.

At home with the Conways, who like the rest of the country, have been jolted by the Trump presidency. They love each other, are exasperated by each other, talk about each other behind each other’s backs. They share a roof and live in different bunkers.This may be the story of any marriage — partners can drive each other crazy and still stay together for 50 years — but this marriage is, in many ways, emblematic of our national political predicament, particularly on the right.And their feud, thanks to George’s newfound Twitter hobby, is playing out for more than just the neighbors to see.

Controversial American rapper Jahseh Onfroy, known professionally as XXXTentacion, was gunned down on June 18 after leaving a motorsports shop in Deerfield Beach, Florida. The 20 year old had signed a $10 million deal with Empire for his third album shortly before his death. The music star's violent past, which included claims that he'd assaulting his pregnant girlfriend, have come to light since his death, leaving his reputation tarnished. Three men have been arrested for their alleged roles in the slaying.

Businessman and "The Real Housewives of New York City" husband Bobby Zarin died on Jan. 13 following a lengthy battle with cancer. The 71-year-old mogul and his wife, former "RHONY" cast member Jill Zarin, were business owners before they were reality TV celebrities, running Zarin Fabrics, a discount designer fabric store opened 82 years ago by Bobby's father, Harry Zarin. Bobby's wife and four children, including his stepdaughter Ally Shapiro, were by his side when he passed.

Richard Harrison, fondly referred to as "Old Man" on his long-running reality series, "Pawn Stars," passed away on June 25 in Las Vegas at 77. His co-star and son, Rick Harrison shared on Instagram that his lovably grumpy dad died after a lengthy battle with Parksinson's disease "surrounded by those he loved." He is survived by his wife of 58 years, JoAnne Rhue Harrison, their adult children and many grandchildren.

Comedian, magician and former "Night Court" star Harry Anderson died on April 16 from a cardioembolic cerebrovascular accident, which is a type of stroke that involves the heart pumping dangerous matter into the brain, causing brain damage and death. The 65-year-old Emmy-nominated actor passed away in his Asheville, North Carolina, home. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Morgan, and two children from a previous marriage.

Sophie Gradon, 32, a former Miss Great Britain and contestant on the popular U.K. reality dating show "Love Island" in 2016, was found dead in her home in Medburn, England, on June 20. Police said there were no suspicious circumstances and reports implied she'd taken her own life. Almost three weeks later on July 10, reports emerged revealing that Sophie's boyfriend, Aaron Armstrong, had also been found dead. Police said they did not believe there was any third-party involvement in his death either.

Former Hollywood heartthrob-turned-gay icon Tab Hunter passed away on July 8 from a blood clot in his leg that traveled and caused a cardiac arrest. The 86-year-old "Damn Yankees" star was a popular film and TV actor throughout the '50s and '60s. In 2005, Tab came out as a gay man in his autobiography, "Tab Hunter Confidential: The Making of a Movie Star," and confirmed he once had a relationship with "Psycho" star Anthony Perkins. Tab was walking home with with his partner of 35 years, Allan Glaser, when he collapsed in front of their Santa Barbara home and later died.

Emmy-winning stage and screen actor Reg E. Cathey died on Feb. 9 at age 59, reportedly after developing lung cancer. Known for his roles in films like "Fantastic Four" and "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks," Reg was also a noted TV star on shows such as "House of Cards," "The Wire" and, as of 2018, the Netflix original series "Luke Cage." Friends on Twitter, including "The Wire" creator David Simon, hailed Reg as "one of the most delightful human beings" and "a fine, masterful actor."

Emmy-winning TV writer and producer Steven Bochco died on April 1 at 74 from complications of leukemia. The mind behind hit shows like "Hill Street Blues," "Doogie Howser, M.D.," "Murder in the First" and many more was widely considered the father of modern television dramas. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, TV producer Dayna Kalins, and three children from previous marriages.

On June 8, 20-year-old actor Jackson Odell, who played recurring character Ari Caldwell on "The Goldbergs," was found dead at a sober living home in Los Angeles. No drugs or drug paraphernalia were found at the scene of his death, and there were no signs of foul play, but toxicology tests were ordered to help determine what might have killed him since the young star, who'd also appeared in projects including "Modern Family" and "Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer," had a history of heroin addiction, the coroner revealed. Jackson was also a singer-songwriter who'd written several songs for the soundtrack of the 2018 country-music drama "Forever Your Girl," including Lauren Alaina's "Wings of an Angel."

"Chicago Fire" star Dushon Monique Brown passed away on March 23 at age 49. The actress, who previously worked on shows like "Prison Break" and "Empire," reportedly died from sepsis -- a bacterial infection that reaches the bloodstream -- just days after she was released from a Chicago hospital where she'd been treated for chest pains. Dushon leaves behind a daughter.

Former child star Jon Paul Steuer took his own life on Jan. 1 at age 33. The actor -- who's perhaps best known for his work on "Grace Under Fire" and "Star Trek: The Next Generation" (seen here) -- quit acting, became a musician and in 2015 opened the vegan restaurant Harvest at the Bindery in Portland, Oregon. The Blast reported that he died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

"Sons of Anarchy" alum Alan O'Neill was found dead outside his girlfriend's Los Angeles apartment on June 6. While no official cause of death has been reported for the Irish actor, TMZ suggested the 47-year-old's passing could have been caused by heart problems, though also noted he had a history of smoking and drug and alcohol abuse. His agent, Annette Walsh, revealed the actor had children.

Conservative commentator and Pulitzer Prize winner Charles Krauthammer died on June 21 at age 68 just two weeks after revealing in a letter to fans that doctors had given him weeks to live less than a year after he had an abdominal tumor removed. "Recent tests have revealed that the cancer has returned. There was no sign of it as recently as a month ago, which means it is aggressive and spreading rapidly. My doctors tell me their best estimate is that I have only a few weeks left to live. This is the final verdict. My fight is over," the Harvard-trained psychiatrist and best-selling author wrote on June 8. "I leave this life with no regrets. It was a wonderful life -- full and complete with the great loves and great endeavors that make it worth living. I am sad to leave, but I leave with the knowledge that I lived the life that I intended."

"Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me" actress Pamela Gidley died from apparent natural causes in her New Hampshire home on April 16 at age 52. The TV and film star got her big break in Hollywood in the 1986 romantic drama "Thrashin'" alongside Josh Brolin. Upon hearing of Pamela's death, Josh shared a touching note on Instagram, writing, "My co-star in 'Thrashin'' and my girlfriend twice in a lifetime. Amazing and innocent memories of her: a spitfire, and a truly funny person she was. I remember us being in bed (I was 17) and hearing the radio come on saying that the Challenger had just exploded. These milestones in your life: amazing people to grace us with their spirit, their presence. She will have forever affected mine. Thank you for the gift of you, Pam. Rest In Peace beautiful girl."

Tom Wolfe, the author of celebrated books including "The Bonfire of the Vanities," "The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test" and "The Right Stuff," died at age 88 on May 14. The New Journalism movement pioneer passed away in New York City after being hospitalized with an infection, his agent told The New York Times.

The Rev. Billy Graham, the famed evangelist and one of the most well-known figures in modern Christianity, passed away at age 99 on Feb. 21, reportedly at his home in Montreat, North Carolina.

On July 3, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Richard Swift died at 41 in a Tacoma, Washington, hospice facility. His family and management later revealed his cause of death, writing on Facebook, "Richard Swift suffered from alcohol addiction, and it's ultimately what took his life." Though he'd sought treatment, he ultimately died from complications of hepatitis as well as liver and kidney distress. He was a member of the Shins and the Arcs and was a touring member of the Black Keys. He's survived by his wife, three children, his father and five brothers.

Emmy-nominated actor David Ogden Stiers died on March 3 at age 75 in his Oregon home after a lengthy battle with bladder cancer. Known for his role as Maj. Charles Winchester on the hit series "M*A*S*H," David was also a noted voice actor and theater performer who appeared in productions on and off-Broadway, including 2009's "Irving Berlin's White Christmas." That same year, David came out as a gay man, adding he was "very proud to be so."

Actor, TV host, political commentator and former broadcaster Ed Schultz passed away from apparent natural causes at his home in Washington D.C. on July 5. The 64-year-old former MSNBC host rose to fame as a conservative radio personality who, after experiencing a change of heart in the 1990s, swapped political sides and became a fierce and outspoken liberal. He leaves behind his wife of 20 years, Wendy Noak, and six children.

Hubert de Givenchy -- the towering French aristocrat who founded the house of Givenchy in the '50s -- died on May 10 at 91. The fashion designer was known not only for his luxury collections but for creating Audrey Hepburn's off-screen and on-screen wardrobes for films like "Breakfast at Tiffany's" and "Funny Face." He's seen here with his muse in 1991 shortly before her death.

"Storm Chasers" star and meteorologist Joel Taylor was found dead on a cruise ship on Jan. 23 while in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Toxicology reports released nearly four months after his death revealed the 38-year-old reality star had a fatal mix of drugs in his system including ecstasy, an anesthetic, Ambien and amphetamines. He is survived by his parents and two siblings.

Former Marine Corps gunnery sergeant-turned-actor R. Lee Ermey died at 74 in Santa Monica, California, on April 15 due to complications from pneumonia. Famous for his roles in films like "Full Metal Jacket," "Mississippi Burning" and "Toy Soldiers," he was also a noted voice actor who lent his unique vocal talents to all three "Toy Story" films as well as video games like "Real War," "Call of Duty: Ghosts" and "Disney Magic Kingdoms." He leaves behind his wife of 43 years, Nila Ermey, and their four children.

On April 10, singer Yvonne Staples of the Staple Sisters fame died in her Chicago home from colon cancer. The 80-year-old gospel singer, known for hits like "Respect Yourself" and "I'll Take You There," had also worked as a manager for her family's musical act, later helping her sister, Mavis Staples, skyrocket to success.

"Notting Hill" actress Emma Chambers passed away at 53 on Feb. 21 from what her agency described as "natural causes." British media reported that the star, who was also well-known for her role on the comedy series "The Vicar of Dibley," died of a suspected heart attack. She was married to actor Ian Dunn.

Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, the South African anti-apartheid activist, former first lady and wife of Nelson Mandela, "succumbed peacefully in the early hours of Monday afternoon [April 2] surrounded by her family and loved ones" following a long illness, a spokesman confirmed.

On Feb. 12, comedian and actor Marty Allen died at age 95 from complications of pneumonia. Known for his wild hair, bulging eyes and "hello dere" greeting, Marty was a part of the infamous comedy duo Allen & Rossi with his longtime friend Steve Rossi. Throughout much of his career, Marty was a daytime talk-show regular, appearing as the comedic relief on series like "The Ed Sullivan Show," "The $10,000 Pyramid" and "The Hollywood Squares." He was also a noted dramatic performer who landed roles in films like "Night Gallery" and "The Naked Face." Marty's wife and performing partner for the last 30 years, Karon Kate Blackwell, was with him when he died.

On Feb. 11, singer Vic Damone died from respiratory failure at 89. Rising to fame on a radio show in the late '40s, Vic grew in popularity and became a musical mainstay of the '50s and '60s with songs like "On the Street Where You Live" and "My Heart Cries For You." Compared to contemporaries like Frank Sinatra and Perry Como, Vic was prized for his rich baritone voice and spent his later career routinely performing for admiring fans in popular Las Vegas nightclubs. Vic is survived by his three daughters.

On Jan. 30, former "Mad About You" actor Louis Zorich died at age 93, reportedly from Alzheimer's disease. Known for his work on and off-Broadway as well as on the big screen in films like "Coogan's Bluff" and "Fiddler on the Roof," Louis continued to act well into his senior years, finally retiring at 91 after appearing in the dramedy "No Pay, Nudity" in 2016. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, actress Olympia Dukakis, and their three children.

On Feb. 23, Bill Cosby's daughter Ensa Cosby (left) died at age 44 from kidney disease. Ensa, who worked occasionally as an actress, was a vocal supporter of her father during his criminal sexual assault trials. She is the second of Bill's five children to pass away (son Ennis was shot and killed at 27 while he was changing a tire).

Comedy star Sir Ken Dodd passed away at 90 on March 11 in his childhood home in Liverpool, England. Ken reportedly suffered from a lingering chest infection that landed him in the hospital weeks before his death. Two days before he died, the comedian and actor from TV movies like "Red Riding Hood" and "Alice in Wonderland" married his longtime love, Anne Jones, in a private ceremony at their home.

Irish-born, London-raised stage and screen actor Derrick O'Connor died on June 29 from pneumonia at 77. Seen here in 1999, Derrick was best known for his roles in high-octane films like "Lethal Weapon 2," "Deep Rising" and "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest." He leaves behind a wife and son.

On July 21, actress J.C. Wendel announced on Instagram that her mother, "3rd Rock From the Sun" actress Elmarie Wendel, had passed away. "#ripelmariewendel. You were a great mom and a bada-- dame," J.C. wrote. Elmarie was 89.

On Feb. 7, former Bob Dylan drummer-turned-actor Mickey Jones died at age 76 from an undisclosed illness. Breaking into Hollywood in the 1970s, Mickey later rose to fame on shows like "Flo" and "The Incredible Hulk" as well as in films like "Starman" and "National Lampoon's Vacation." In the '90s, Mickey garnered a new generation of fans when he joined the cast of "Home Improvement" alongside comedic actor Tim Allen. Mickey is survived by his wife of 38 years, Phyllis Jean Starr, and their five children.

Critically acclaimed author Ursula K. Le Guin died on Jan. 24 at 88 from unspecified causes. Celebrated for her novels including "The Left Hand of Darkness," "The Wizard of Earthsea" and "The Dispossessed: An Ambiguous Utopia," Ursula became an icon amongst science-fiction fans and writers. She also published numerous nonfiction works including her final book, 2017's "No Time To Spare: Thinking About What Matters." Ursula is survived by her husband of 65 years, Charles Le Guin, and their three children.

On June 18, WWE veteran Leon White, better known to wrestling fans as Vader (or Big Van Vader) -- died of heart failure at 63. "Around a month ago my father was diagnosed with a severe case of Pneumonia. He fought extremely hard and clinically was making progress. Unfortunately, on Monday night his heart had enough and it was his time," his son told fans on Twitter two days later.

Drummer Vinnie Paul, a founding member of the heavy metal band Pantera, died at his Las Vegas home at age 54 on June 22. Though no official cause of death has been confirmed by his family, reports have claimed that Vinnie -- who was also a member of Hellyeah as well as a co-founder of Damageplan with his late brother, Dimebag Darrell -- had a heart attack or died in his sleep.

On Jan. 19, actress Olivia Cole died in her San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, home after suffering a heart attack. The 75-year-old stage and screen star's first role was in a 1955 episode of "Guiding Light." In the years to come, Olivia would star in numerous Broadway productions, including "War and Peace" and "The Merchant of Venice." Her best known role, however, came in 1977 when she played Mathilda Moore in the groundbreaking miniseries "Roots," which won her an Emmy Award.

Musician D.J. Fontana, who played drums in Elvis Presley's band, died on June 13 in a Nashville hospital at age 87. He'd been in poor health since breaking his hip in a fall last year, his son told The New York Times.

Actress Dorothy Malone died at 93 from natural causes in an assisted living facility in her hometown of Dallas on Jan. 19. The Oscar-winning performer arrived on the big screen in 1940 and quickly became a popular film star throughout the '50s, '60s and beyond with roles in movies like "Written on the Wind," "Artists and Models" and "Too Much, Too Soon." Dorothy's final role came in 1992 as Hazel Dobkins in the mystery thriller "Basic Instinct." She is survived by her two daughters.

Grammy-winning singer Dennis Edwards of the Temptations died on Feb. 1 in Chicago from complications from meningitis. He was 74.

Mark E. Smith, the frontman for post-punk band The Fall, died at age 60 on Jan. 24 following a battle with lung and kidney cancer.

Controversial British actor Peter Wyngarde passed away on Jan. 15 in a London hospital. It's believed he was about 90. He was best known for his role as Jason King in the British detective series "Department S," which eventually led to a spinoff named after his character. Peter struggled in later years to recover his reputation after being charged with gross indecency in a public bathroom in 1975. Although he continued to work on-screen until 1994, his roles were fewer and farther between. Much of Peter's past has been called into question, with doubts around his self-reported age, family legacy and Oxford education. Still, the actor is fondly remembered as a major talent throughout the '60s and early '70s who is rumored to have been the inspiration for Mike Myers' Austin Powers character.

On July 2 following a short illness, Alan Longmuir -- a founding member of the '70s music group the Bay City Rollers -- died at age 60 at a hospital in his native Scotland, the BBC reported, adding that he was surrounded by his family when he passed.

Doreen Tracey, a former child actress and original Mouseketeer on "The Mickey Mouse Club," died on Jan. 10 in a California hospital at age 74. From 10 to 16, Doreen appeared in several films including "The Farmer Takes a Wife" and "Westward Ho, The Wagons!" Her final on-screen role came in 1959 on an episode of "The Donna Reed Show," but that wasn't the end of her entertainment career. In the '60s, she created the rock 'n' roll group Doreen and the Invaders and eventually settled down to work as a publicist for Frank Zappa and, later, as a Warner Bros. administrator. Doreen reportedly died from complications from pneumonia after a two-year battle with cancer. She is survived by a son and two grandchildren.

Jim Rodford, bass guitarist for the Kinks and the Zombies, died on Jan. 20 after falling down the stairs at his home. The 76-year-old British rocker, who was also a founding member of the band Argent, had just returned to the UK after performing in Florida with the Zombies six days before his accident. Jim is survived by his wife. Jean Rodford, and their two children.

Longtime TV, film and voice actor Chuck McCann passed away on April 8 from congestive heart failure at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. The 83-year-old star of movies like "Robin Hood: Men in Tights" and "Dracula: Dead and Loving It" and TV shows like "Boston Legal" and "Santa Barbara" also lent his voice to animated series including "DuckTales" and "The Garfield Show." Chuck is survived by his wife of 41 years, Betty Fanning, and their three children.

On Jan. 10, Motörhead guitarist "Fast" Eddie Clarke died in a hospital at age 67 after succumbing to pneumonia.

Famed choreographer and dancer Dame Gillian Lynne passed away in London on July 1 at age 92. The former ballerina built her career in theater, working as a choreographer for more than 60 productions on Broadway and in London's West End, garnering critical acclaim for her work on "Cats" and "Phantom of the Opera." She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Peter Land.