Glee wrapped its six-season run Friday night with a two-hour finale that evoked the best of the show's early days.
Twelve songs – ranging from the saccharine to the sublime – figured into the night's two episodes, "2009" and "Dreams Come True." Some provided character insight, some tugged at the heartstrings, and some were pure expressions of joy.
While the show was creatively as good as its been in a long time during its closing installment, some songs succeeded more than others. Below, our take on how each tune fared.
12. "Teach Your Children"
In his last official act as head of the New Directions,...
Twelve songs – ranging from the saccharine to the sublime – figured into the night's two episodes, "2009" and "Dreams Come True." Some provided character insight, some tugged at the heartstrings, and some were pure expressions of joy.
While the show was creatively as good as its been in a long time during its closing installment, some songs succeeded more than others. Below, our take on how each tune fared.
12. "Teach Your Children"
In his last official act as head of the New Directions,...
- 3/21/2015
- by Lanford Beard, @lanfordbeard
- People.com - TV Watch
Bending the rules of space and time as only Glee can, Friday’s series finale flashed back to each of the New Directioners’ origins before revealing what their futures have in store — and it was perfect.
PhotosGlee‘s 45 Best and Worst Couples, Ranked
To illustrate just how much things have changed during the past six seasons, “2009” began with a still-closeted Kurt getting slapped with an unthinkable ultimatum: join an extracurricular team… or sacrifice his precious sewing machine. A chance meeting with Rachel Berry — of whose MySpace videos he was a big fan — led Lady Hummel to the glee club,...
PhotosGlee‘s 45 Best and Worst Couples, Ranked
To illustrate just how much things have changed during the past six seasons, “2009” began with a still-closeted Kurt getting slapped with an unthinkable ultimatum: join an extracurricular team… or sacrifice his precious sewing machine. A chance meeting with Rachel Berry — of whose MySpace videos he was a big fan — led Lady Hummel to the glee club,...
- 3/21/2015
- TVLine.com
We're already into the fifth week of Strictly Come Dancing live shows, so things are getting very serious indeed. We've lost Tim Wonnacott, but the big question is who will be following him out of the ballroom?
Well, there are 12 celebrities left in the competition, so read on to find out what they'll be dancing - and what they'll be dancing to - in an attempt to win your votes on Saturday...
Alison Hammond & Aljaz Skorjanec
Dance: Tango
Song: 'Addicted To You' - Avicii
Caroline Flack & Pasha Kovalev
Dance: Paso Doble
Song: 'Live and Let Die' - Paul McCartney & Wings
Frankie Bridge & Kevin Clifton
Dance: Foxtrot
Song: 'Daydream Believer' - The Monkees
Jake Wood & Janette Manrara
Dance: Quickstep
Song: 'I'm Still Standing' - Elton John
Judy Murray & Anton Du Beke
Dance: Charleston
Song: 'Varsity Drag' - Pasadena Roof Orchestra
Mark Wright & Karen Hauer
Dance: Samba
Song:...
Well, there are 12 celebrities left in the competition, so read on to find out what they'll be dancing - and what they'll be dancing to - in an attempt to win your votes on Saturday...
Alison Hammond & Aljaz Skorjanec
Dance: Tango
Song: 'Addicted To You' - Avicii
Caroline Flack & Pasha Kovalev
Dance: Paso Doble
Song: 'Live and Let Die' - Paul McCartney & Wings
Frankie Bridge & Kevin Clifton
Dance: Foxtrot
Song: 'Daydream Believer' - The Monkees
Jake Wood & Janette Manrara
Dance: Quickstep
Song: 'I'm Still Standing' - Elton John
Judy Murray & Anton Du Beke
Dance: Charleston
Song: 'Varsity Drag' - Pasadena Roof Orchestra
Mark Wright & Karen Hauer
Dance: Samba
Song:...
- 10/22/2014
- Digital Spy
New York — The Monkees will perform their first live shows since star Davy Jones died in February.
Michael Nesmith, Micky Dolenz, and Peter Tork announced Wednesday that the group will launch a 12-date U.S. tour in November. It's the band's first tour since 1997.
Jones died of a heart attack on Feb. 29 at age 66.
The group starred in its own NBC television show in 1966 as a made-for-tv band seeking to capitalize on Beatlemania sweeping the world. Jones rocketed to the top of the music charts with The Monkees, captivating audiences with hits including "Daydream Believer" and "I'm a Believer."
The tour kicks off Nov. 8 in Escondido, Calif. It wraps on Dec. 2 in New York. It will highlight Jones "in the show's multimedia content."
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Online:
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Michael Nesmith, Micky Dolenz, and Peter Tork announced Wednesday that the group will launch a 12-date U.S. tour in November. It's the band's first tour since 1997.
Jones died of a heart attack on Feb. 29 at age 66.
The group starred in its own NBC television show in 1966 as a made-for-tv band seeking to capitalize on Beatlemania sweeping the world. Jones rocketed to the top of the music charts with The Monkees, captivating audiences with hits including "Daydream Believer" and "I'm a Believer."
The tour kicks off Nov. 8 in Escondido, Calif. It wraps on Dec. 2 in New York. It will highlight Jones "in the show's multimedia content."
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Online:
http://www.monkees.com...
- 8/8/2012
- by AP
- Huffington Post
New York (AP) — The Monkees will perform their first live shows since star Davy Jones died in February. Michael Nesmith, Micky Dolenz, and Peter Tork announced Wednesday that the group will launch a 12-date U.S. tour in November. It's the band's first tour since 1997. Jones died of a heart attack on Feb. 29 at age 66. The group starred in its own NBC television show in 1966 as a made-for-tv band seeking to capitalize on Beatlemania sweeping the world. Jones rocketed to the top of the music charts with The Monkees, captivating audiences with hits including "Daydream Believer" and...
- 8/8/2012
- by AP Staff
- Hitfix
Of course, love of a TV show stems from the stories and characters; but there's no denying the important role music plays in a scene. Shows like "The Oc" and "Grey's Anatomy" know this all too well.
When Marissa shot Trey on "The Oc" and Imogen Heap's "Hide and Seek" played in the background, a pop culture frenzy ensued. On "Grey's," the moment that won Katherine Heigl her Emmy was partly in thanks to Snow Patrol's "Chasing Cars": As Izzie lay in the arms of her dead fiance (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) she couldn't save, the lyrics, ''Would you lie with me, and just forget the world'' punctuated the sorrowful moment.
Or who could forget that final scene of "The Sopranos," featuring the Journey classic "Don't Stop Believin'"? The song was back on the iTunes charts for weeks afterwards and because of that infamous series finale when the...
When Marissa shot Trey on "The Oc" and Imogen Heap's "Hide and Seek" played in the background, a pop culture frenzy ensued. On "Grey's," the moment that won Katherine Heigl her Emmy was partly in thanks to Snow Patrol's "Chasing Cars": As Izzie lay in the arms of her dead fiance (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) she couldn't save, the lyrics, ''Would you lie with me, and just forget the world'' punctuated the sorrowful moment.
Or who could forget that final scene of "The Sopranos," featuring the Journey classic "Don't Stop Believin'"? The song was back on the iTunes charts for weeks afterwards and because of that infamous series finale when the...
- 4/11/2012
- by Jaimie Etkin
- Huffington Post
By Matt Sedensky , Associated Press
West Palm Beach, Fla. — An autopsy report confirms Monkees star Davy Jones died of a heart attack.
The report obtained Thursday by The Associated Press shows the 66-year-old Jones had severe build-up in his arteries.
Toxicology reports came back negative for any sign of drugs in his system other than cannabinoids, a class of drugs that includes marijuana. However, that played no role in his death.
The report also notes some congestion in the singer's lungs.
Jones rocketed to the top of the 1960s music charts along with his bandmates in The Monkees, captivating audiences with hits including "Daydream Believer" and "I'm a Believer." He died Feb. 29 near his home in Indiantown, Fla.
West Palm Beach, Fla. — An autopsy report confirms Monkees star Davy Jones died of a heart attack.
The report obtained Thursday by The Associated Press shows the 66-year-old Jones had severe build-up in his arteries.
Toxicology reports came back negative for any sign of drugs in his system other than cannabinoids, a class of drugs that includes marijuana. However, that played no role in his death.
The report also notes some congestion in the singer's lungs.
Jones rocketed to the top of the 1960s music charts along with his bandmates in The Monkees, captivating audiences with hits including "Daydream Believer" and "I'm a Believer." He died Feb. 29 near his home in Indiantown, Fla.
- 4/5/2012
- by AP / The Huffington Post
- Huffington Post
Private service held Wednesday in Florida; public memorials planned in the U.S. and Manchester, England.
By John Mitchell
Davy Jones in 1967
Photo: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Image
A private funeral service for Davy Jones was held near the former Monkees lead singer's home in Hollywood, Florida, on Wednesday.
Only immediate family attended the small service, Reuters reported. Jones' former Monkees bandmates — Micky Dolenz, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith — did not attend to avoid attracting crowds.
Jones' ashes will be transported to his native Manchester, England, where a public memorial service is planned for next week. Another public memorial is being planned, but the date and location have not been confirmed, though it will likely take place in either Los Angeles or New York.
There has been some talk that the surviving Monkees will perform at one of the public memorials, though Dolenz, Tork and Nesmith have not confirmed any performance plans.
By John Mitchell
Davy Jones in 1967
Photo: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Image
A private funeral service for Davy Jones was held near the former Monkees lead singer's home in Hollywood, Florida, on Wednesday.
Only immediate family attended the small service, Reuters reported. Jones' former Monkees bandmates — Micky Dolenz, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith — did not attend to avoid attracting crowds.
Jones' ashes will be transported to his native Manchester, England, where a public memorial service is planned for next week. Another public memorial is being planned, but the date and location have not been confirmed, though it will likely take place in either Los Angeles or New York.
There has been some talk that the surviving Monkees will perform at one of the public memorials, though Dolenz, Tork and Nesmith have not confirmed any performance plans.
- 3/8/2012
- MTV Music News
The Monkees star Davy Jones was laid to rest in a private funeral near his home in Florida yesterday (07.03.12). The 'Daydream Believer' singer - who passed away aged 66 from a heart attack last Thursday (01.03.12) - was cremated in a small ceremony attended by family including his wife, Jessica Pacheco and four daughters from previous marriages: Talia Elizabeth, 43, Sarah Lee, 40, Jessica Lillian, 30, and 23-year-old Annabel Charlotte. It is believed his ashes will be returned to his birthplace, Manchester, England, where a public service is planned for him next week. A further public service will be held in the Us, and although it has not been confirmed it is thought it will be held in...
- 3/8/2012
- Monsters and Critics
Washington, Mar 8: 'The Monkees' frontman Davy Jones was laid to rest in Florida on Wednesday.
Jones' remains were cremated and his ashes will be returned to his native place Manchester, England, where a public memorial is scheduled to be held next week, Contactmusic reported.
Only immediate family members were invited to the private service.
The 'Daydream Believer' singer died after suffering a heart attack while tending to his horses at his ranch in Florida last week. He was 66.
Jones' 'The Monkees' bandmates stayed away from the private funeral out of respect for the singer's wife and children. (Ani)...
Jones' remains were cremated and his ashes will be returned to his native place Manchester, England, where a public memorial is scheduled to be held next week, Contactmusic reported.
Only immediate family members were invited to the private service.
The 'Daydream Believer' singer died after suffering a heart attack while tending to his horses at his ranch in Florida last week. He was 66.
Jones' 'The Monkees' bandmates stayed away from the private funeral out of respect for the singer's wife and children. (Ani)...
- 3/8/2012
- by Leon David
- RealBollywood.com
The Monkees star Davy Jones was laid to rest in a private funeral near his home in Florida yesterday (07.03.12). The 'Daydream Believer' singer - who passed away aged 66 from a heart attack last Thursday (01.03.12) - was cremated in a small ceremony attended by family including his wife, Jessica Pacheco and four daughters from previous marriages: Talia Elizabeth, 43, Sarah Lee, 40, Jessica Lillian, 30, and 23-year-old Annabel Charlotte. It is believed his ashes will be returned to his birthplace, Manchester, England, where a public service is planned for him next week. A further public service will be held...
- 3/8/2012
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
Los Angeles -- The three surviving Monkees aren't planning to attend Davy Jones' funeral because it would likely bring too much unwanted attention to his family during their time of grief, the group's Micky Dolenz said Tuesday.
He and fellow Monkees Peter Tork, and Michael Nesmith have talked of attending one of the memorials that Jones' family is planning to hold in New York and in the late singer's native England, Dolenz said. And he added he's considering organizing a memorial himself for Jones' friends in Los Angeles.
Whether the surviving Monkees would perform at any of the gatherings, or at any other time in the future, is an open question.
"The three of us, Mike and Peter and I, we have never worked together just as a threesome. Mostly it was Peter, David and I and then Mike would join us," Dolenz said of the band's periodic reunions over the years.
He and fellow Monkees Peter Tork, and Michael Nesmith have talked of attending one of the memorials that Jones' family is planning to hold in New York and in the late singer's native England, Dolenz said. And he added he's considering organizing a memorial himself for Jones' friends in Los Angeles.
Whether the surviving Monkees would perform at any of the gatherings, or at any other time in the future, is an open question.
"The three of us, Mike and Peter and I, we have never worked together just as a threesome. Mostly it was Peter, David and I and then Mike would join us," Dolenz said of the band's periodic reunions over the years.
- 3/7/2012
- by AP
- Huffington Post
Monkees singer Davy Jones will be laid to rest in Florida at a private funeral. The date and location has yet to be announced for the former teen idol, who died on Wednesday at the age of 66 from a heart attack.
Public services are being planned for New York and England, according to Davy's publicist. The family of Jones is asking that contributions be sent to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or the local chapter in honor of Jones' niece,...
Public services are being planned for New York and England, according to Davy's publicist. The family of Jones is asking that contributions be sent to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or the local chapter in honor of Jones' niece,...
- 3/3/2012
- Extra
An autopsy confirmed that Monkees singer Davy Jones died as a result of a heart attack.
By Gil Kaufman
Davy Jones
Photo: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Image
A day after the sudden passing of Davy Jones, the medical examiner's office in Martin County, Florida, completed an autopsy on the former Monkees singer and concluded he died of a heart attack.
According to E! Online, tests revealed that the 1960s heartthrob was felled by ventricular fibrillation due to severe coronary atherosclerosis. In other words, he died as a result of an abnormal heart rhythm caused by the blocking of blood flow to the heart due to hardening of the arteries. Toxicology tests could take another six to eight weeks, but authorities don't believe that there is anything else to blame for the 66-year-old "Daydream Believer" singer's death. TMZ reported on Thursday that Jones suffered the heart attack at a ranch near...
By Gil Kaufman
Davy Jones
Photo: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Image
A day after the sudden passing of Davy Jones, the medical examiner's office in Martin County, Florida, completed an autopsy on the former Monkees singer and concluded he died of a heart attack.
According to E! Online, tests revealed that the 1960s heartthrob was felled by ventricular fibrillation due to severe coronary atherosclerosis. In other words, he died as a result of an abnormal heart rhythm caused by the blocking of blood flow to the heart due to hardening of the arteries. Toxicology tests could take another six to eight weeks, but authorities don't believe that there is anything else to blame for the 66-year-old "Daydream Believer" singer's death. TMZ reported on Thursday that Jones suffered the heart attack at a ranch near...
- 3/2/2012
- MTV Music News
When was the last time you believed in daydreams (let alone indulged in them), white knights on steeds or waking up at six in the morning with a homecoming queen beside you?
All that was made possible by an impish British invasion with a sometimes lead singer named Davy Jones for a manufactured pop group called The Monkees. Mr. Jones passed away on Wednesday, February 29th, and with his untimely demise (he was only 66), so too is yet another window pane shattered in the rapidly vanishing chimera of my generation's youth.
"We're just tryin' to be friendly, come and watch us sing and play, we're the young generation, and we've got something to say," composed Bobby Hart and Tommy Boyce for The Monkees TV show theme song. How long has it been since we sang and played? Remember being thought of as "the young generation?" I'm 53, born towards the end...
All that was made possible by an impish British invasion with a sometimes lead singer named Davy Jones for a manufactured pop group called The Monkees. Mr. Jones passed away on Wednesday, February 29th, and with his untimely demise (he was only 66), so too is yet another window pane shattered in the rapidly vanishing chimera of my generation's youth.
"We're just tryin' to be friendly, come and watch us sing and play, we're the young generation, and we've got something to say," composed Bobby Hart and Tommy Boyce for The Monkees TV show theme song. How long has it been since we sang and played? Remember being thought of as "the young generation?" I'm 53, born towards the end...
- 3/2/2012
- by Howard Barbanel
- Aol TV.
Los Angeles -- Before there was MTV, before "American Idol" made overnight stars of people you never heard of, there was "The Monkees," a band fronted by a diminutive singer named Davy Jones who was so boyishly good looking that teenage girls swooned the first time they ever saw him.
That was at the end of the summer of 1966, when Jones and his three Monkee cohorts, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork and Micky Dolenz, arrived on weekly television, portraying a carbon copy of another band called the Beatles.
Each Monday night for the next two years, people would tune into NBC to see the comical trials and tribulations of four young musicians who tooled around in a tricked-out car called the Monkeemobile. When they weren't introducing two or three new songs per show, they would be busy rescuing damsels in distress or being chased by bumbling outlaws in a comical display...
That was at the end of the summer of 1966, when Jones and his three Monkee cohorts, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork and Micky Dolenz, arrived on weekly television, portraying a carbon copy of another band called the Beatles.
Each Monday night for the next two years, people would tune into NBC to see the comical trials and tribulations of four young musicians who tooled around in a tricked-out car called the Monkeemobile. When they weren't introducing two or three new songs per show, they would be busy rescuing damsels in distress or being chased by bumbling outlaws in a comical display...
- 3/1/2012
- by AP
- Huffington Post
Los Angeles — Before there was MTV, before "American Idol" made overnight stars of people you never heard of, there was "The Monkees," a band fronted by a diminutive singer named Davy Jones who was so boyishly good looking that teenage girls swooned the first time they ever saw him.
That was at the end of the summer of 1966, when Jones and his three Monkee cohorts, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork and Micky Dolenz, arrived on weekly television, portraying a carbon copy of another band called the Beatles.
Each Monday night for the next two years, people would tune into NBC to see the comical trials and tribulations of four young musicians who tooled around in a tricked-out car called the Monkeemobile. When they weren't introducing two or three new songs per show, they would be busy rescuing damsels in distress or being chased by bumbling outlaws in a comical display of...
That was at the end of the summer of 1966, when Jones and his three Monkee cohorts, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork and Micky Dolenz, arrived on weekly television, portraying a carbon copy of another band called the Beatles.
Each Monday night for the next two years, people would tune into NBC to see the comical trials and tribulations of four young musicians who tooled around in a tricked-out car called the Monkeemobile. When they weren't introducing two or three new songs per show, they would be busy rescuing damsels in distress or being chased by bumbling outlaws in a comical display of...
- 3/1/2012
- by AP
- Aol TV.
Los Angeles -- Before there was MTV, before "American Idol" made overnight stars of people you never heard of, there was "The Monkees," a band fronted by a diminutive singer named Davy Jones who was so boyishly good looking that teenage girls swooned the first time they ever saw him.
That was at the end of the summer of 1966, when Jones and his three Monkee cohorts, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork and Micky Dolenz, arrived on weekly television, portraying a carbon copy of another band called the Beatles.
Each Monday night for the next two years, people would tune into NBC to see the comical trials and tribulations of four young musicians who tooled around in a tricked-out car called the Monkeemobile. When they weren't introducing two or three new songs per show, they would be busy rescuing damsels in distress or being chased by bumbling outlaws in a comical display...
That was at the end of the summer of 1966, when Jones and his three Monkee cohorts, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork and Micky Dolenz, arrived on weekly television, portraying a carbon copy of another band called the Beatles.
Each Monday night for the next two years, people would tune into NBC to see the comical trials and tribulations of four young musicians who tooled around in a tricked-out car called the Monkeemobile. When they weren't introducing two or three new songs per show, they would be busy rescuing damsels in distress or being chased by bumbling outlaws in a comical display...
- 3/1/2012
- by AP
- Aol TV.
The death of Davy Jones should give us pause to remember that the Monkees were one of the great groups of the 1960s
In the Purcell Room in London last night, a panel of pop sages – Jon Savage, Nicky Wire and Alexis Petridis – chose the TV moment that made them realise pop music was the key to their future, something that could open up their lives. Respectively, they picked the Rolling Stones, the Smiths, and Adam & the Ants; all three groups were inspirational but all equally seemed unattainable, otherworldly.
The Monkees were the exact opposite. Two or three generations of musicians will have grown up watching their show on Saturday mornings, or in the summer holidays, thinking: "I want to be like them." Their lifestyle was highly desirable and didn't seem impossible: form a band, move into a ramshackle flat together, meet loads of girls. At least, Davy Jones, who died yesterday,...
In the Purcell Room in London last night, a panel of pop sages – Jon Savage, Nicky Wire and Alexis Petridis – chose the TV moment that made them realise pop music was the key to their future, something that could open up their lives. Respectively, they picked the Rolling Stones, the Smiths, and Adam & the Ants; all three groups were inspirational but all equally seemed unattainable, otherworldly.
The Monkees were the exact opposite. Two or three generations of musicians will have grown up watching their show on Saturday mornings, or in the summer holidays, thinking: "I want to be like them." Their lifestyle was highly desirable and didn't seem impossible: form a band, move into a ramshackle flat together, meet loads of girls. At least, Davy Jones, who died yesterday,...
- 3/1/2012
- by Bob Stanley
- The Guardian - Film News
London, Mar 1: Davy Jones, the front man of 60s band 'The Monkees' died on Wednesday after suffering a massive heart attack. He was aged 66.
The singer died in his sleep at his home in Florida, his longtime publicist, Deborah Robicheau said.
The band comprising Jones, Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork was brought together for a Us TV series in 1966, whose string of hits included 'Daydream Believer' and 'I'm a Believer'.
The one time teen heartthrob was married three times and had four daughters.
Born in Manchester, England, Jones was the lone British member and principal teen idol of the rock quartet.
The singer died in his sleep at his home in Florida, his longtime publicist, Deborah Robicheau said.
The band comprising Jones, Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork was brought together for a Us TV series in 1966, whose string of hits included 'Daydream Believer' and 'I'm a Believer'.
The one time teen heartthrob was married three times and had four daughters.
Born in Manchester, England, Jones was the lone British member and principal teen idol of the rock quartet.
- 3/1/2012
- by Smith Cox
- RealBollywood.com
Cheer Up, Sleepy Jean News
... This is just sad. Davy Jones, front man for The Monkees, has passed away at the age of 66 from a heart attack. Jones was known as the dreamboat of the '60s British rock band responsible for the hits "Daydream Believer" and "I'm a Believer." Jones and the rest of the lads achieved greater stardom for their television series The Monkees. That show had one of the best opening... More >>...
... This is just sad. Davy Jones, front man for The Monkees, has passed away at the age of 66 from a heart attack. Jones was known as the dreamboat of the '60s British rock band responsible for the hits "Daydream Believer" and "I'm a Believer." Jones and the rest of the lads achieved greater stardom for their television series The Monkees. That show had one of the best opening... More >>...
- 3/1/2012
- by Tim Surette
- TV.com
The singer/actor made his way from Corrie to California, but was forever associated with the TV show about a manufactured band
Davy Jones, the frontman of the 60s pop group the Monkees and singer of classics such as Daydream Believer, has died in Florida of a heart attack. He was 66.
The medical examiner's office for Martin County said: "[We] have been informed of the death of Mr Davy Jones. The medical examiner's office will take jurisdiction and a possible autopsy will be performed and evaluation of the circumstances of death and medical information."
Jones was born in Manchester in 1945, and was a child actor, appearing in Coronation Street and Z Cars in 1961 and 1962. He found fame, though, after moving to Los Angeles and being cast as the lead singer in The Monkees, for a TV series about a fictional pop group that was put together by Bob Rafelson and Bert Schneider,...
Davy Jones, the frontman of the 60s pop group the Monkees and singer of classics such as Daydream Believer, has died in Florida of a heart attack. He was 66.
The medical examiner's office for Martin County said: "[We] have been informed of the death of Mr Davy Jones. The medical examiner's office will take jurisdiction and a possible autopsy will be performed and evaluation of the circumstances of death and medical information."
Jones was born in Manchester in 1945, and was a child actor, appearing in Coronation Street and Z Cars in 1961 and 1962. He found fame, though, after moving to Los Angeles and being cast as the lead singer in The Monkees, for a TV series about a fictional pop group that was put together by Bob Rafelson and Bert Schneider,...
- 3/1/2012
- by Michael Hann, Alexandra Topping
- The Guardian - Film News
In memory of Davy Jones, who died Wednesday from a heart attack at age 66, here are some memorable moments and songs from The Monkees fab four; Jones, Micky Dolenz, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith.
Top 7 Monkees MomentsScreen Tests
'Cuddly Toy'
'This Just Doesn't Seem to Be My Day'
'Last Train to Clarksville'
'I'm a Believer'
'Daydream Believer'
Davy on 'The Brady Bunch'...
Top 7 Monkees MomentsScreen Tests
'Cuddly Toy'
'This Just Doesn't Seem to Be My Day'
'Last Train to Clarksville'
'I'm a Believer'
'Daydream Believer'
Davy on 'The Brady Bunch'...
- 2/29/2012
- Extra
Davy Jones, an actor-turned-singer who helped propel the TV rock band The Monkees to the top of the pop charts and into rock 'n' roll history, died Wednesday in Florida. He was 66.
Jones, lead singer of the 1960s group that was assembled as an American version of the Beatles, died of a massive heart attack in Indiantown where he lived, his publicist Helen Kensick confirmed.
A former racehorse jockey, Jones turned to acting and then became lead singer when he joined The Monkees in 1965 and the band embarked on a wildly popular U.S. television show. Jones sang lead vocals on songs such as "I Wanna Be Free" and "Daydream Believer."
The band was assembled as with its personnel designed to be the instant stars of an American TV series seeking to evoke the Beatles, then already famous for their music and such films as "A Hard Day's Night and "Help!
Jones, lead singer of the 1960s group that was assembled as an American version of the Beatles, died of a massive heart attack in Indiantown where he lived, his publicist Helen Kensick confirmed.
A former racehorse jockey, Jones turned to acting and then became lead singer when he joined The Monkees in 1965 and the band embarked on a wildly popular U.S. television show. Jones sang lead vocals on songs such as "I Wanna Be Free" and "Daydream Believer."
The band was assembled as with its personnel designed to be the instant stars of an American TV series seeking to evoke the Beatles, then already famous for their music and such films as "A Hard Day's Night and "Help!
- 2/29/2012
- by Cineplex.com and contributors
- Cineplex
Davy Jones, who was part of the ’60s rock group The Monkees and starred in the group’s groundbreaking television show, passed away earlier today at the age of 66. The cause of death is being reported as a heart attack.
Jones, who achieved teen heartthrob status during The Monkees’ chart reign, sang lead on the group’s hits “Daydream Believer,” “A Little Bit Me, A Little Bit You,” and “Valleri.” Although the group officially split in 1971, massive exposure on MTV in the mid-’80s led to a Monkees resurgence, including reunion tours, new music, and a 1997 TV special. The group most recently toured last year to mark its 45th anniversary.
Last year, we spoke to Jones, who told us he still looks back fondly upon his days a a Monkee. (Click on the media player to hear Davy Jones.).davy jones web 1
Although “The Monkees” didn’t premiere on TV...
Jones, who achieved teen heartthrob status during The Monkees’ chart reign, sang lead on the group’s hits “Daydream Believer,” “A Little Bit Me, A Little Bit You,” and “Valleri.” Although the group officially split in 1971, massive exposure on MTV in the mid-’80s led to a Monkees resurgence, including reunion tours, new music, and a 1997 TV special. The group most recently toured last year to mark its 45th anniversary.
Last year, we spoke to Jones, who told us he still looks back fondly upon his days a a Monkee. (Click on the media player to hear Davy Jones.).davy jones web 1
Although “The Monkees” didn’t premiere on TV...
- 2/29/2012
- by foxallaccess
- Fox All Access
Davy Jones' death on Wednesday at the age of 66 filled fans' hearts everywhere with sadness. But that doesn't mean that we can't harness the healing power of song -- specifically, his -- can't help soothe our sorrow. Also read: Davy Jones, Monkees Singer, Dead at 66 Interestingly, when the Monkees were first presented with the John Stewart-penned "Daydream Believer," he wasn't sure of the tune's potential. It went on to become a signature song of his, and one of the group's biggest hits, reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Watch...
- 2/29/2012
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
Mirrorpix/Courtesy Everett Collection Davy Jones after arriving in Manchester from Los Angeles, January 7, 1970.
Monkees lead singer Davy Jones, whose death at the age of 66 was confirmed today, didn’t always get the respect he may have deserved. Because the Monkees were a made-for-tv group, many critics and fans routinely and reflexively dismissed their music as ephemeral.
But over the years, some top musical performers–rockers, pop stars, and jazz singers–have found worth and inspiration in the music of the Monkees.
Monkees lead singer Davy Jones, whose death at the age of 66 was confirmed today, didn’t always get the respect he may have deserved. Because the Monkees were a made-for-tv group, many critics and fans routinely and reflexively dismissed their music as ephemeral.
But over the years, some top musical performers–rockers, pop stars, and jazz singers–have found worth and inspiration in the music of the Monkees.
- 2/29/2012
- by Christopher John Farley
- Speakeasy/Wall Street Journal
The beloved lead singer of The Monkees has passed away at the age of 66. Davy Jones died this morning following a heart attack in Marin County, Florida.
During his career, Jones appeared in London's West End and on Broadway in Oliver! and made memorable appearances as himself on various TV shows. The most well-remembered was on a Brady Bunch episode as Marcia's celebrity date -- a role he would reprise in the first Brady Bunch feature film.
He will always be best known however for being part of the other "fab foursome," The Monkees, from 1965 until 1971. He sang lead vocals with the band and can be heard on such popular songs as "I Wanna Be Free," "Last Train to Clarksville," and "Daydream Believer."
After the band disbanded, Jones continued to tour as a solo act and then as...
During his career, Jones appeared in London's West End and on Broadway in Oliver! and made memorable appearances as himself on various TV shows. The most well-remembered was on a Brady Bunch episode as Marcia's celebrity date -- a role he would reprise in the first Brady Bunch feature film.
He will always be best known however for being part of the other "fab foursome," The Monkees, from 1965 until 1971. He sang lead vocals with the band and can be heard on such popular songs as "I Wanna Be Free," "Last Train to Clarksville," and "Daydream Believer."
After the band disbanded, Jones continued to tour as a solo act and then as...
- 2/29/2012
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Chicago – Davy Jones, the heartthrob leader of the 1960s band The Monkees, has passed away of a massive heart attack in his sleep. His publicist confirmed the news that Jones suffered the heart attack and died in Indiantown, Fl, where he had been living. Jones was 66.
Davy Jones
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As part of The Monkees, Jones sang lead on songs such as “Daydream Believer,” “Last Train to Clarksville,” and “I’m a Believer.” The band was originally formed for the American TV show “The Monkees,” which aired from 1966 to 1968. The show was cancelled in 1968, but the band continued to record music until 1970. After leaving The Monkees, Jones continued on with music, releasing his own solo albums in the years after, as well as making appearances on the television shows “Love American Style” and “The Brady Bunch.” He also appeared in cameo roles on “SpongeBob SquarePants,” “Boy Meets World,” “Sabrina the Teenage Witch,...
Davy Jones
Photo credit: Billboard
As part of The Monkees, Jones sang lead on songs such as “Daydream Believer,” “Last Train to Clarksville,” and “I’m a Believer.” The band was originally formed for the American TV show “The Monkees,” which aired from 1966 to 1968. The show was cancelled in 1968, but the band continued to record music until 1970. After leaving The Monkees, Jones continued on with music, releasing his own solo albums in the years after, as well as making appearances on the television shows “Love American Style” and “The Brady Bunch.” He also appeared in cameo roles on “SpongeBob SquarePants,” “Boy Meets World,” “Sabrina the Teenage Witch,...
- 2/29/2012
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
It's a Daydream Believer's nightmare: earlier today, after suffering a heart attack, former Monkees lead singer Davy Jones died at the too-young age of 66. It didn't take long for his fans, colleagues and star admirers to hear and mourn the untimely passing, and while not all his fellow Monkees have yet to release statements on their bandmates' death, Twitter quickly exploded with an outpouring of memories and tributes to the singer. Here's what the famous mourners had to say… Bandmate and costar Mickey Dolenz posted the following on his Facebook page, "Can't believe it...Still in shock...had bad dreams all night long. My love and prayers go out to Davy's girls and...
- 2/29/2012
- E! Online
The Monkees singer Davy Jones has died aged 66. The lead singer of the 'Daydream Believer' group - which also consists of original members Micky Dolenz, 66, and 70-year-old Peter Tork - passed away from a heart attack earlier today (29.02.12), a representative confirmed to TMZ.com. An official from the medical examiner's office for Martin County, Florida, told the website they received a phone call from the Martin Memorial Hospital informing them that Davy had died. Davy leaves behind four daughters, Talia Elizabeth, 43, and Sarah Lee, 40 from his marriage to Linda Haines, and Jessica Lillian, 30, and 23-year-old Annabel Charlotte from his marriage to Anita Pollinger. The pop icon - who was born in Manchester,...
- 2/29/2012
- Monsters and Critics
The Monkees were the first tailor-made TV band, thanks, in part, to their dashing frontman Davy Jones. Sadly, Jones recently passed away at the age of 66.
"The Monkees" may have only lasted just two seasons, but the success of the show spawned national tours and 11 studio albums. Jones, the lead singer -- and resident tambourine player -- was featured in some the the group's biggest hits, including "Daydream Believer" and "I Wanna Be Free."
To honor his memory -- and one of the funniest group of 'Monkees' in show business -- HuffPost TV is taking a look back at some of the groups finest TV moments. From the slightly comical to the down-right absurd, see Jones at his best with the greatest Monkees moments in the slideshow below.
"The Monkees" may have only lasted just two seasons, but the success of the show spawned national tours and 11 studio albums. Jones, the lead singer -- and resident tambourine player -- was featured in some the the group's biggest hits, including "Daydream Believer" and "I Wanna Be Free."
To honor his memory -- and one of the funniest group of 'Monkees' in show business -- HuffPost TV is taking a look back at some of the groups finest TV moments. From the slightly comical to the down-right absurd, see Jones at his best with the greatest Monkees moments in the slideshow below.
- 2/29/2012
- by Crystal Bell
- Huffington Post
Davy Jones, the lead singer of the Monkees, died this morning in a Florida hospital of heart failure, TMZ reports. He was 66. At least two generations will mourn the passing of the adorable, Manchester, England-born singer, who joined the made-for-tv group in 1965. The Monkees originally aired on NBC from 1966-1968, but many of us got hooked on it when MTV picked up the series in the ’80s. We perfected our monkey walk in the playground and hummed along to the same sugary pop songs our parents listened to as teens.
Jones, Mike Nesmith, Peter Tork and Mickey Dolenz all auditioned for the group, the brainchild of TV execs who wanted to cash in on the popularity of the Beatles’ movie, Hard Days Night. And though they eventually took creative control of their music, the quartet endured endless criticism for their manufactured origins. Still, “Daydream Believer,” “Last Train to Clarksville” and...
Jones, Mike Nesmith, Peter Tork and Mickey Dolenz all auditioned for the group, the brainchild of TV execs who wanted to cash in on the popularity of the Beatles’ movie, Hard Days Night. And though they eventually took creative control of their music, the quartet endured endless criticism for their manufactured origins. Still, “Daydream Believer,” “Last Train to Clarksville” and...
- 2/29/2012
- by Sabrina Rojas Weiss
- TheFabLife - Movies
If you are of a certain age, you remember the fun Saturday morning American staple, The Monkees, which featured four breakout stars who sang classic hits like Daydream Believer and Last Train to Clarksville. The Monkees lead singer Davy Jones, has died from a heart attack, first reported by TMZ.com. Jones reportedly suffered a heart attack this morning in Florida. He was 66. He is survived by his wife Jessica and four daughters from previous marriages. Jones burst on to the scene with The Monkees in 1965, along with Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork. He was most recently on panel at the 2011 summer Television Critics press tour for PBS' 60s Pop Rock: My Music. The...
- 2/29/2012
- by April MacIntyre
- Monsters and Critics
Monkees singer Davy Jones sadly died today from wicked heart attack. According to TMZ,former lead singer for the popular Monkees group,sadly died earlier this morning due to a wicked heart attack. The Florida medical examiner said,they received a call from Martin Memorial Hospital,informing them that Jones had passed away. After Davy's heart attack,he was transported to a hospital where he was announced dead. Davy left behind a wife named Jessica Pacheco and 4 daughters from previous marriages. He was 66 years old. Jessica was his 3rd wife. Davy joined the Monkees group way back in 1965,along with Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork,and they put out popular,number 1 hits like: "Daydream Believer," "Last Train to Clarksville," and "I'm a Believer." Davy's last performance occurred on February 19th,and he seemed to be totally fine at the time. Man,all of our stars are dropping like flies.
- 2/29/2012
- by Eric
- OnTheFlix
The Monkees singer Davy Jones has died aged 66. The lead singer of the 'Daydream Believer' group - which also consists of original members Micky Dolenz, 66, and 70-year-old Peter Tork - passed away from a heart attack earlier today (29.02.12), a representative confirmed to TMZ.com. An official from the medical examiner's office for Martin County, Florida, told the website they received a phone call from the Martin Memorial Hospital informing them that Davy had died. Davy leaves behind four daughters, Talia Elizabeth, 43, and Sarah Lee, 40 from his marriage to Linda Haines, and Jessica Lillian, 30, and 23-year-old Annabel...
- 2/29/2012
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
The Monkees were the first tailor-made TV band, thanks, in part, to their dashing frontman Davy Jones. Sadly, Jones recently passed away at the age of 66.
"The Monkees" may have only lasted just two seasons, but the success of the show spawned national tours and 11 studio albums. Jones, the lead singer -- and resident tambourine player -- was featured in some the the group's biggest hits, including "Daydream Believer" and "I Wanna Be Free."
To honor his memory -- and one of the funniest group of 'Monkees' in show business -- HuffPost TV is taking a look back at some of the groups finest TV moments. From the slightly comical to the down-right absurd, see Jones at his best with the greatest Monkees moments in the slideshow below.
"The Monkees" may have only lasted just two seasons, but the success of the show spawned national tours and 11 studio albums. Jones, the lead singer -- and resident tambourine player -- was featured in some the the group's biggest hits, including "Daydream Believer" and "I Wanna Be Free."
To honor his memory -- and one of the funniest group of 'Monkees' in show business -- HuffPost TV is taking a look back at some of the groups finest TV moments. From the slightly comical to the down-right absurd, see Jones at his best with the greatest Monkees moments in the slideshow below.
- 2/29/2012
- by Crystal Bell
- Aol TV.
'60s pop icon and Monkees frontman Davy Jones has passed away. Jones died of an apparent heart attack at the age of 66 earlier this morning in Indiantown, Florida, where he lived. His death was confirmed in Martin County by the Florida Medical Examiner's Office. Jones is survived by his wife, Jessica Pacheco-Jones, and four daughters from previous marriages.
Jones rose to fame with the popular television/music group The Monkees in 1965. Originally put together for a scripted Beatles-inspired television show, the group achieved equal success as pop musicians, making several chart-topping songs including "I'm a Believer," "Daydream Believer," and "Last Train to Clarksville."
After joining The Monkees, Davy Jones became a household name and a teen heartthrob overnight. He made appearances on The Brady Bunch and Love, American Style and performed together with former members of The Monkees, Micky Dolenz, Peter Tork, and Michael Nesmith during reunion shows.
Jones rose to fame with the popular television/music group The Monkees in 1965. Originally put together for a scripted Beatles-inspired television show, the group achieved equal success as pop musicians, making several chart-topping songs including "I'm a Believer," "Daydream Believer," and "Last Train to Clarksville."
After joining The Monkees, Davy Jones became a household name and a teen heartthrob overnight. He made appearances on The Brady Bunch and Love, American Style and performed together with former members of The Monkees, Micky Dolenz, Peter Tork, and Michael Nesmith during reunion shows.
- 2/29/2012
- by Lindsey Holmes
- Reelzchannel.com
Getty Davy Jones in July 2011.
Monkees lead singer Davy Jones has died of a heart attack, Reuters reported, citing his longtime publicist. He was 66.
His death was confirmed by a representative for the medical examiner’s office in Fort Pierce, Florida, near the Martin Memorial Hospital South where the performer had been taken.
Jones was a teen idol and lead singer of the 1960s made-for-tv rock quartet, The Monkees. Jones, along with Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork, performed...
Monkees lead singer Davy Jones has died of a heart attack, Reuters reported, citing his longtime publicist. He was 66.
His death was confirmed by a representative for the medical examiner’s office in Fort Pierce, Florida, near the Martin Memorial Hospital South where the performer had been taken.
Jones was a teen idol and lead singer of the 1960s made-for-tv rock quartet, The Monkees. Jones, along with Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork, performed...
- 2/29/2012
- by Barbara Chai
- Speakeasy/Wall Street Journal
The Monkees star Davy Jones has died at the age of 66. The English-born lead singer of the 1960s pop group suffered a fatal heart attack this morning (February 29) and passed away in his sleep, his publicist confirmed. He had complained of chest pains the previous evening at his home in Indiantown, Florida, according to TMZ. Jones is survived by his wife Jessica and four daughters from two previous marriages. Joining The Monkees in 1965, the star rose to fame with hits like 'Last Train to Clarksville', 'Daydream Believer', 'I Wanna Be Free' and 'I'm a Believer'. > The Monkees' greatest songs - video
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- 2/29/2012
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Davy Jones, who fronted the popular '60s band The Monkees -- has died. He was 66. Details on the cause of death have not been revealed.
An official from the medical examiner's office for Martin County, Florida confirmed with TMZ that they received a call from Martin Memorial Hospital informing them that Jones had passed away.
Update: A rep for the singer told TMZ Jones suffered a heart attack at his home this morning ... and...
An official from the medical examiner's office for Martin County, Florida confirmed with TMZ that they received a call from Martin Memorial Hospital informing them that Jones had passed away.
Update: A rep for the singer told TMZ Jones suffered a heart attack at his home this morning ... and...
- 2/29/2012
- Extra
Davy Jones, lead singer of '60s pop band The Monkees, has died at the age of 66.
Et confirms that Jones passed away Wednesday in Florida after suffering a heart attack. The Martin County Sheriff said detectives were conducting a full death investigation, but there were no signs of any suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
The '60s star is survived by his third wife, Jessica Pacheco-Jones, and four daughters from previous marriages. Authorities said Jones had complained earlier Wednesday that he was not feeling well and was having trouble breathing. He was transported to a hospital near his home in Hollywood, Fl, but was not successfully resuscitated.
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"All of his family, friends and fans mourn Davy's loss," said Joseph Pacheco, Jones' manager and brother-in-law. "We were fortunate to have such an incredible human being in our lives. Sadly, his time on earth was cut far too short and he will be...
Et confirms that Jones passed away Wednesday in Florida after suffering a heart attack. The Martin County Sheriff said detectives were conducting a full death investigation, but there were no signs of any suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
The '60s star is survived by his third wife, Jessica Pacheco-Jones, and four daughters from previous marriages. Authorities said Jones had complained earlier Wednesday that he was not feeling well and was having trouble breathing. He was transported to a hospital near his home in Hollywood, Fl, but was not successfully resuscitated.
Stars Who Passed Away in 2011
"All of his family, friends and fans mourn Davy's loss," said Joseph Pacheco, Jones' manager and brother-in-law. "We were fortunate to have such an incredible human being in our lives. Sadly, his time on earth was cut far too short and he will be...
- 2/29/2012
- Entertainment Tonight
A rep for Davy tells TMZ the singer died from a heart attack this morning.---------------- Davy Jones -- lead singer of The Monkees -- has died ... TMZ has learned. An official from the medical examiner's office for Martin County, Florida confirmed with TMZ they received a call from Martin Memorial Hospital informing them that Jones had passed away.Jones is survived by his wife Jessica and 4 daughters from previous marriages.
- 2/29/2012
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Davy Jones, of dreamy, dreamy Monkees fame, has died. Jones was sixty-six years old, and reportedly suffered from a heart attack earlier today in his Florida home. Born in Manchester, Jones rose to teenybopper fame as the frontman of the made-for-tv band The Monkees in the late 1960s (fun fact: he was a jockey first!), and had been a pop-culture staple ever since. The band continued recording after their TV show stopped airing in 1968, having already spawned a series of hits including "Daydream Believer," "I'm a Believer," and "Last Train to Clarksville." In the 1980s, Jones embarked on a Monkees reunion tour. He also made a cameo as himself on a beloved episode of The Brady Bunch, and later on in The Brady Bunch Movie. Watch below for a clip of Jones performing the always-classic "Daydream Believer." Rip [...]...
- 2/29/2012
- Nerve
Davy Jones, lead singer for the ‘60s pop group The Monkees; died in Florida today from a heart attack according to a report in The Hollywood Reporter. Jones passed away at Martin Memorial Medical Center in Stuart, Florida after suffering a heart attack, according to a breaking report via TMZ. Jones was 66. The Monkees, while formed by Screen Gems executives Bert Schneider and Bob Rafelson to star in the self-titled TV show, went on to deliver chart-topping hits including Daydream Believer, Last Train to Clarksville, I’m a Believer and Pleasant Valley Sunday in addition to the theme song from their show.
- 2/29/2012
- Upcoming-Movies.com
Monkees lead singer Davy Jones Dead at 66
Davy Jones, lead singer for the ‘60s pop group The Monkees; died in Florida today from a heart attack according to a report in The Hollywood Reporter. Jones passed away at Martin Memorial Medical Center in Stuart, Florida after suffering a heart attack, according to a breaking report via TMZ. Jones was 66. The Monkees, while formed by Screen Gems executives Bert Schneider and Bob Rafelson to star in the self-titled TV show, went on to deliver chart-topping hits including Daydream Believer, Last Train to Clarksville, I’m a Believer and Pleasant Valley Sunday in addition to the theme song from their show.
- 2/29/2012
- Upcoming-Movies.com
Davy Jones, lead singer for the ‘60s pop group The Monkees; died in Florida today from a heart attack according to a report in The Hollywood Reporter. Jones passed away at Martin Memorial Medical Center in Stuart, Florida after suffering a heart attack, according to a breaking report via TMZ. Jones was 66. The Monkees, while formed by Screen Gems executives Bert Schneider and Bob Rafelson to star in the self-titled TV show, went on to deliver chart-topping hits including Daydream Believer, Last Train to Clarksville, I’m a Believer and Pleasant Valley Sunday in addition to the theme song from their show.
- 2/29/2012
- Upcoming-Movies.com
It appears he has taken the "Last Train to Clarksville" ... Davy Jones, lead singer of The Monkees, has passed away at age 66.TMZ reports that the former heartthrob of the 1960s singing group was pronounced dead Wednesday morning at Martin Memorial Hospital in Stuart, Fl., from an apparent heart attack.Davy was a member of The Monkees from 1965-1971, along with Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork. The group was the constant target of backlash -- it was originally assembled for the television series of the same name, accusations flew that the band members didn't perform their own instruments -- but that didn't stop them from achieving international success with songs like The Monkees theme song, "Daydream Believer" and "I'm a Believer."Davy is survived by his former bandmates, his wife Jessica, and four daughters from previous marriages. Read more...
- 2/29/2012
- by tooFab Staff
- TooFab
Jones died Wednesday from a heart attack.
By Gil Kaufman
Davy Jones in 1967
Photo: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Image
Davy Jones, lead singer of 1960s made-for-tv pop group the Monkees, died Wednesday (February 29) at age 66. According to TMZ, Jones died of a heart attack at his home in Florida.
The baby-faced singer born David Thomas Jones in Manchester, England, on December 30, 1945, began his career as a child actor, appearing in a British daytime soap opera and radio plays and taking a brief detour into being a horse jockey before landing a Tony nomination at age 16 for his role as the Artful Dodger in a Broadway production of "Oliver!" (In a rock and roll footnote, glam-rock icon David Bowie adopted his stage name after worrying that his birth name, David Jones, would cause confusion with the then emerging stage star and future Monkees singer.)
In an ironic twist of fate given his future stardom,...
By Gil Kaufman
Davy Jones in 1967
Photo: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Image
Davy Jones, lead singer of 1960s made-for-tv pop group the Monkees, died Wednesday (February 29) at age 66. According to TMZ, Jones died of a heart attack at his home in Florida.
The baby-faced singer born David Thomas Jones in Manchester, England, on December 30, 1945, began his career as a child actor, appearing in a British daytime soap opera and radio plays and taking a brief detour into being a horse jockey before landing a Tony nomination at age 16 for his role as the Artful Dodger in a Broadway production of "Oliver!" (In a rock and roll footnote, glam-rock icon David Bowie adopted his stage name after worrying that his birth name, David Jones, would cause confusion with the then emerging stage star and future Monkees singer.)
In an ironic twist of fate given his future stardom,...
- 2/29/2012
- MTV Music News
Most people can probably remember some great moments from their middle school assemblies. My two favorite middle school assembly moments were both from student council presidential election speeches. One year, Kelly put on a yellow smiley face tee shirt and, in lieu of a speech, sang to the tune of The Monkees’ Daydream Believer that she was going to finally get our school some vending machines (she actually won, and she actually got them — it was very impressive). And then there was Justin who, with all the gravitas he could muster, proclaimed that his ideas could not be tidily put into a pre-written speech. He held his print-out in front of us, crumpled it into ball, and discarded it to stage right. He then proceeded to read from another print-out on the podium (he did not win). It would be difficult for me to say with any certainty what anyone...
- 3/15/2011
- by Noah Garfinkel
- BestWeekEver
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