True to the hit song, Davy Jones was a daydreamer who made people believe, a priest told mourners at a small, private funeral for the Monkees lead singer on Thursday in Indiantown, Fla. Jones, who died Feb. 29 at age 66, was "a very Christian hero" who conducted himself "with humility and caring for others," the Rev. Frank O'Loughlin said at the closed-door service at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Although the funeral was held only for close family and friends, a copy of his sermon was provided to the Associated Press. Related: Davy Jones to Be Cremated"He wrote about a quiet,...
- 3/8/2012
- by Mike Fleeman
- PEOPLE.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 in the Us, and although it has not been confirmed it is thought it will be held in...
- 3/8/2012
- Monsters and Critics
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
Monkees lead singer Davy Jones, who died Feb 29 of a heart attack, will be cremated. The musician's rep, who confirmed the cremation, says memorial plans are still up in the air for Jones, 66, who passed away in Indiantown, Fla., where he resided. The rep tells People, "Ceremonies are still being determined by the combined family - Jessica Pacheco and her family, David's daughters in California and daughter, sisters and extended family in England." TMZ first reported the news. - Kevin O'DonnellFor more on the beloved musician - and his life in pictures - pick up the latest issue of People,...
- 3/7/2012
- PEOPLE.com
A funeral for Monkees frontman Davy Jones is set for Wednesday, March 7, a source tells The Hollywood Reporter. The news follows a TMZ report that Jones' body will be cremated. The singer died of a massive heart attack in Florida on Feb. 29. He was 66. According to a statement, Jones was spending "a happy family weekend with his wife, Jessica Pacheco, and her family riding horses. There was no sign of illness or of anything being wrong." Video: 5 Iconic Monkees Moments Five days after Jones' death, bandmate Micky Dolenz told Billboard.com that he and his fellow Monkees
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- 3/7/2012
- by Shirley Halperin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Gsn will pay tribute to Davy Jones with a special airing of The Newlywed Game on March 6. The network that brings a new twist to gameshows will pay tribute to The Monkees front man Davy Jones, who passed away on February 29th, with a special encore airing of Jones. appearance on The Newlywed Game. The episode, from Gsn.s new, original version of the iconic game show, will air on Tuesday, March 6, 2012, at 7:00 Pm Et. The episode features appearances by a number of celebrity couples, including: Jones and his wife, Telemundo actress Jessica Pacheco; Jonny Fairplay (.Survivor.) and Michelle Deighton (.America's Next Top Model.); Ronn Moss (.The Bold and the Beautiful.) and Devin DeVasquez (actress-model and...
- 3/5/2012
- by April MacIntyre
- Monsters and Critics
Davy Jones will be laid to rest in Florida.
According to The Washington Post, a private ceremony will be held in the Sunshine State. Jones had been living in Florida when he died suddenly on Wed., Feb. 29.
Public ceremonies will be held in New York and the UK.
"The Monkees" star died of a massive heart attack after spending a weekend with his family, according to Jones' representative. The medical examiner confirmed his cause of death. There had been no sign of illness that weekend as Jones and his wife, Jessica Pacheco, spent time with her family.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jones' family is asking for donations to be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or a local chapter. Jones' niece died from multiple sclerosis 17 years ago.
Jones shot to fame as a member of The Monkees and starred in the TV series of the same name from...
According to The Washington Post, a private ceremony will be held in the Sunshine State. Jones had been living in Florida when he died suddenly on Wed., Feb. 29.
Public ceremonies will be held in New York and the UK.
"The Monkees" star died of a massive heart attack after spending a weekend with his family, according to Jones' representative. The medical examiner confirmed his cause of death. There had been no sign of illness that weekend as Jones and his wife, Jessica Pacheco, spent time with her family.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jones' family is asking for donations to be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or a local chapter. Jones' niece died from multiple sclerosis 17 years ago.
Jones shot to fame as a member of The Monkees and starred in the TV series of the same name from...
- 3/3/2012
- by Chris Harnick
- Huffington Post
Davy Jones will be laid to rest in Florida.
According to The Washington Post, a private ceremony will be held in the Sunshine State. Jones had been living in Florida when he died suddenly on Wed., Feb. 29.
Public ceremonies will be held in New York and the UK.
"The Monkees" star died of a massive heart attack after spending a weekend with his family, according to Jones' representative. The medical examiner confirmed his cause of death. There had been no sign of illness that weekend as Jones and his wife, Jessica Pacheco, spent time with her family.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jones' family is asking for donations to be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or a local chapter. Jones' niece died from multiple sclerosis 17 years ago.
Jones shot to fame as a member of The Monkees and starred in the TV series of the same name from...
According to The Washington Post, a private ceremony will be held in the Sunshine State. Jones had been living in Florida when he died suddenly on Wed., Feb. 29.
Public ceremonies will be held in New York and the UK.
"The Monkees" star died of a massive heart attack after spending a weekend with his family, according to Jones' representative. The medical examiner confirmed his cause of death. There had been no sign of illness that weekend as Jones and his wife, Jessica Pacheco, spent time with her family.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jones' family is asking for donations to be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or a local chapter. Jones' niece died from multiple sclerosis 17 years ago.
Jones shot to fame as a member of The Monkees and starred in the TV series of the same name from...
- 3/3/2012
- by Chris Harnick
- Aol TV.
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Shortly after Meryl Streep's Best Actress Oscar win for The Iron Lady, the acting legend told Et she felt "sadly" about winning the trophy over her peers in the category. "I had been reading the blogs in the awards run-up and I had a fairly full sense of how the...
- 3/3/2012
- Entertainment Tonight
Funeral plans for former Monkees frontman Davy Jones, who died at age 66 on Feb. 29, are in the works. A private service will take place in Florida, where Jones had been living up to his death, the Washington Post reports. The date and location of the funeral has not yet been determined. Public services will also take place in New York and the U.K., though no dates were provided as of Friday. Photos: Hollywood's Notable Deaths of 2012 "Jones died after spending a happy family weekend with his wife, Jessica Pacheco, and her family riding horses. There was
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- 3/3/2012
- by THR Staff
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Davy Jones is to be buried in Florida, although no funeral service has yet been scheduled. The Monkees legend will also have public memorials in New York and the UK, with timings and details to be announced at a later date. The star died in the state on Wednesday after a heart attack. He was 66 years old. His representative has since said: "Davy died after spending a happy family weekend with his wife, Jessica Pacheco, and her family riding horses. "There was no sign of illness or of anything being wrong. He died of a massive (more)...
- 3/2/2012
- by By Leah Simpson
- Digital Spy
Davy Jones will be buried in Florida, a rep for the Monkees legend said today, but no timetable for the funeral has been set. Public memorials are being planned for New York and the UK as well, but no dates have been announced for those either. As TMZ first reported, Jones died Wednesday in Florida as the result of a heart attack. His rep released a statement today, saying, "Jones died after spending a happy family weekend with his wife,...
- 3/2/2012
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Former lead singer of The Monkees and teen heartthrob Davy Jones died on February 29, 2012 after suffering from a heart attack, ABC News is reporting. His rep confirmed the news that the 66-year-old singer and actor died in his Indiantown, Florida home. “He passed next to his passions, his horses, and was one hour away from his wife, Jessica Pacheco-Jones,” his rep said in a statement. Joseph Pacheco, Jones’ manager and brother-in-law, said “All of his family, friends and fans mourn Davy’s loss. 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...
- 3/1/2012
- by karen
- ShockYa
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.
Monkees member Davy Jones passed away on February 29th of an apparent heart attack. We've been singing Monkees songs all day in his honor. We also learned that he might have had a place on "Dancing With the Stars," who's Season 14 cast was announced the day before.
His wife Jessica Pacheco, who just happens to be a professional dancer told PBPulse that he'd turned down a chance to be on the show just last year. She said that he would have won for sure, especially if they competed together. "The only problem we would have is me letting him lead!"
We can't begin to explain how much we would have loved to see him on the show. Hopefully someone will dance to a Monkees song in tribute to the beloved singer. Perhaps a paso done to "Daydream Believer."...
His wife Jessica Pacheco, who just happens to be a professional dancer told PBPulse that he'd turned down a chance to be on the show just last year. She said that he would have won for sure, especially if they competed together. "The only problem we would have is me letting him lead!"
We can't begin to explain how much we would have loved to see him on the show. Hopefully someone will dance to a Monkees song in tribute to the beloved singer. Perhaps a paso done to "Daydream Believer."...
- 3/1/2012
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Davy Jones's death is surreal for his Monkees band mate Micky Dolenz. "I am in a state of shock," Dolenz, 66, said in a statement Wednesday. "Davy and I grew up together and shared in the unique success of what became The Monkees phenomena. The time we worked together and had together is something I'll never forget." Jones, 66, suffered a heart attack where he resided in Indiantown, Fla., on Wednesday morning. "He was the brother I never had and this leaves a gigantic hole in my heart," Dolenz adds. "The memories have and will last a lifetime. My condolences go out to his family.
- 2/29/2012
- by Dahvi Shira and K.C. Baker
- PEOPLE.com
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
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
'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
Davy Jones, the lead singer of the Beatles-inspired made-for-tv pop group the Monkees, died Wednesday. He was 66. The performer suffered a heart attack in Indiantown, Fla., where he resided, his publicist Helen Kensick tells the Associated Press."All of his family, friends and fans mourn Davy's loss," says Joseph Pacheco, Jones's 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 missed tremendously by all who knew him." The British-born Jones joined Micky Dolenz, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith in...
- 2/29/2012
- by Mike Fleeman and Dahvi Shira
- PEOPLE.com
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.
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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...
- 2/29/2012
- Entertainment Tonight
Davy Jones of 1960s band and TV show "The Monkees" has passed away at the age of 66, reports TMZ. The site says a representative from the medical examiner's office in Martin County, Fla. contacted them with word of his death. A rep for Jones says he died of a heart attack.
Jones, along with Mickey Dolenz, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith, was cast by TV producers in "The Monkees," in an effort to produce a TV show about a real-life rock band. It ran from 1966 to 1968 on NBC and won the Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series in 1967.
The band continued after the show was off the air and produced such hits as "Last Train to Clarksville," "I'm a Believer," "A Little Bit Me, A Little Bit You," "Daydream Believer" and of course the theme song for the TV show was also immensely popular. Jones was generally considered the biggest heartthrob of the group,...
Jones, along with Mickey Dolenz, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith, was cast by TV producers in "The Monkees," in an effort to produce a TV show about a real-life rock band. It ran from 1966 to 1968 on NBC and won the Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series in 1967.
The band continued after the show was off the air and produced such hits as "Last Train to Clarksville," "I'm a Believer," "A Little Bit Me, A Little Bit You," "Daydream Believer" and of course the theme song for the TV show was also immensely popular. Jones was generally considered the biggest heartthrob of the group,...
- 2/29/2012
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
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