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    Hollywood actor and Bruce Lee co-star Mel Novak dies as daughter shares cause of death

    Hollywood actor Mel Novak, who is best known for his role in the Bruce Lee film Game of Death, has died at the age of 90, his daughter confirmed with a statement08:11, 10 Apr 2025Updated 08:27, 10 Apr 2025Screen icon Mel Novak has passed away at the grand age of 90, his daughter Nikol Conant confirmed. The actor, whose Hollywood career spanned decades, was famed for doing all his own stunts and fight scenes, which led to numerous injuries throughout his life.Mel took his last breath on Wednesday morning in a Southern California care facility from natural causes, TMZ reports. His daughter disclosed that due to the physical demands of his action-packed roles, he suffered daily pain, especially in his later years. This follows another big death in Hollywood, after Xena and Hercules star Robert Trebor passed away last week.Article continues belowHis most iconic role was as the deadly sniper Stick in the legendary 1978 Bruce Lee movie Game of Death, where he was known for the matchstick perpetually placed in his mouth.Throughout his acting journey, Mel was often seen portraying the ultimate bad guy. In a 2019 chat with Mirror US, he recounted his break into the industry.The star passed away age 90(Image: More

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    EastEnders fans ‘rumble’ iconic character’s return ‘to save’ Stacey after Lily twist

    EastEnders viewers are convinced that a soap legend is set to make a comeback to Walford as Stacey Slater’s world continues to crumble following Martin Fowler’s death22:50, 09 Apr 2025Updated 22:50, 09 Apr 2025Things keep getting worse for Stacey and Lily Slater in EastEndersEastEnders fans are speculating about the comeback of a soap legend to rescue the beleaguered Slater family.The renowned Slater family has been through a rough patch in recent months. In February, Stacey (Lacey Turner) was left heartbroken when her ex-husband Martin Fowler (James Bye) tragically lost his life following the Queen Vic explosion.Article continues belowViewers will remember that Martin and Stacey rekindled their relationship in his final moments, even planning to remarry. However, his untimely death has since sent shockwaves through the square, leaving everyone mourning the loss of the popular fruit and veg trader.Struggling to deal with the grief, Stacey disappeared from the square last month, only to return this week for Martin’s funeral. Meanwhile, Martin and Stacey’s daughter Lily (Lillia Turner) is also having a hard time.Lily has started to go off the rails, turning to alcohol and marijuana with Avani Nandra-Hart (Aaliyah James), who is dealing with her own issues after a distressing police search last month, reports Plymouth Live.Fans are calling for Sean Slater to return(Image: More