JEAN-MARC VALLEE, DIRECTOR OF BIG LITTLE LIES, DIES AT 58: Deadline reports that Jean-Marc Vallee, the Canadian director of Big Little Lies and Dallas Buyers Club, passed away suddenly at his cabin outside of Quebec City on Sunday (December 26th). The cause of death is believed to be a heart attack. “Jean-Marc stood for creativity, authenticity and trying things differently. He was a true artist and a generous, loving guy. Everyone who worked with him couldn’t help but see the talent and vision he possessed. ” Nathan Ross, his producing partner, said.
COMEDIAN CANDY PALMATER DIES AT 53: According to People, The Candy Show and Trailer Park Boys star Candy Palmater, passed away on Christmas Day. On Saturday (December 25th), Candy’s wife and manager, Denise Tompkins, announced the news on The Candy Show‘s Instagram page. Denise wrote, “I have few words. Candy passed away today at home suddenly. I will post more information soon.”
