Legendary Eagles Linebacker Bill Bergey Dies At 79 After Cancer Battle
Legendary Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Bill Bergey has passed away at the age of 79 following a three-year battle with cancer, his son announced on social media.
“After a long hard 3-year battle, Dad lost his fight with Cancer. The best father, friend, grandfather, football player and outright great person in this world. I will truly miss him. Love you dad,” wrote his son, Jake Bergey, in a heartfelt post.
Bergey, born on February 9, 1945, in South Dayton, New York, rose to prominence as one of the greatest linebackers in NFL history. He began his football career at Arkansas State Univers…
Westchester Native Mary J. Blige Inducted In Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
Hip-hop soul legend and New York's Mary J. Blige's career is doing "Just Fine," as the iconic artist has just been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Blige, age 53, was named an inductee into the Cleveland-based Hall of Fame on Sunday, April 21.
In their write-up on their website, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame said the Yonkers native has provided the soundtrack to countless fans' lives.
"Blige’s music echoes our experiences with love and life. She helps us move on, move out, and move up," the Hall of Fame wrote, continuing, "She’s the much-needed soundtrac…