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List of works by Alex Traub

Adam Rich, Child Star on ‘Eight Is Enough,’ Dies at 54

The New York Times article (January 8, 2023)

Ahmed Jibril, Militant Palestinian Leader Behind Attacks, Dies at 84

The New York Times article (July 13, 2021)

Albert Quie, Conservative Who Was Ahead of His Time, Dies at 99

The New York Times article (August 24, 2023)

Albert Woodfox, Survivor of 42 Years in Solitary Confinement, Dies at 75

The New York Times article (August 5, 2022)

Alfredo Martinez, Who Fused Art World and Underworld, Dies at 56

The New York Times article (September 11, 2023)

Anatoly Kvashnin, Russian General in a Pivotal Era, Dies at 75

The New York Times article (January 21, 2022)

Andy Detwiler, Armless Farmer Who Became a YouTube Star, Dies at 52

The New York Times article (October 12, 2022)

Anita Pointer, Frequent Lead Singer of Famed Sister Act, Dies at 74

The New York Times article (January 1, 2023)

Annie Feron, Teacher and Host Mother to Foreign Students, Dies at 83

The New York Times article (November 10, 2020)

Antonio Inoki, Japanese Wrestler and Improbable Diplomat, Dies at 79

The New York Times article (October 2, 2022)

Archie Roach, Who Lived and Sang the Aboriginal Blues, Dies at 66

The New York Times article (September 2, 2022)

Archie Spigner, ‘Godfather of Politics’ in Queens, Dies at 92

The New York Times article (November 18, 2020)

Arthur Pomposello, Impresario for a Cabaret Swan Song, Dies at 85

The New York Times article (May 21, 2021)

Arturo Schwarz, Refugee Who Became a Surrealism Tycoon, Dies at 97

The New York Times article (July 23, 2021)

Bappi Lahiri, India’s ‘Disco King,’ Dies at 69

The New York Times article (February 25, 2022)

Barry Newman, Star of the Cult Film ‘Vanishing Point,’ Dies at 92

The New York Times article (June 8, 2023)

Ben McFall, ‘the Heart of the Strand,’ Is Dead at 73

The New York Times article (December 30, 2021)

Bette Dewing, Columnist for a ‘Gentle City,’ Dies at 97

The New York Times article (September 28, 2020)

Beverly Ross, Teenage Songwriter in Rock ’n’ Roll’s Youth, Dies at 87

The New York Times article (February 16, 2022)

Bobbi Ercoline, Whose Hug Became a Symbol of Woodstock, Dies at 73

The New York Times article (March 27, 2023)

Brent Renaud, Crusading Filmmaker, Is Killed at 50

The New York Times article (March 13, 2022)

C. Boyden Gray, Lawyer for the Republican Establishment, Dies at 80

The New York Times article (May 21, 2023)

Carol Speed, Vixen of the Blaxploitation Era, Dies at 76

The New York Times article (January 28, 2022)

Carolyn Shoemaker, Hunter of Comets and Asteroids, Dies at 92

The New York Times article (September 1, 2021)

Carter Williams, Who Unshackled Nursing Home Residents, Dies at 97

The New York Times article (October 5, 2020)

Chad Stuart, of the Hit British Duo Chad & Jeremy, Dies at 79

The New York Times article (December 22, 2020)

Charley Taylor, Running Back Turned Hall of Fame Receiver, Dies at 80

The New York Times article (February 20, 2022)

Chris Strachwitz, Who Dug Up the Roots of American Music, Dies at 91

The New York Times article (May 10, 2023)

Christine Farnon, ‘Guiding Light’ of the Grammys, Dies at 97

The New York Times article (November 1, 2022)

Christine King Farris, Last Sibling of Martin Luther King Jr., Dies at 95

The New York Times article (June 29, 2023)

Christopher Stone, Who Proposed Legal Rights for Trees, Dies at 83

The New York Times article (May 28, 2021)

Craig Breedlove, 86, Once the Fastest Man on Earth, Dies

The New York Times article (April 9, 2023)

Dan Frank, Adventurous Book Editor, Is Dead at 67

The New York Times article (June 2, 2021)

Dan McCafferty, Nazareth Frontman Who Sang ‘Love Hurts,’ Dies at 76

The New York Times article (November 14, 2022)

David Gottesman, 96, Wall St. Power and Warren Buffett Partner, Dies

The New York Times article (September 29, 2022)

Dianne Durham, Barrier-Breaking Gymnast, Dies at 52

The New York Times article (February 10, 2021)

Dick Fosbury, 76, Whose ‘Flop’ Transformed the High Jump, Is Dead

The New York Times article (March 13, 2023)

Donald Blinken, Ambassador, Financier and Art Patron, Dies at 96

The New York Times article (September 23, 2022)

Donald Triplett, ‘Case 1’ in the Study of Autism, Dies at 89

The New York Times article (June 18, 2023)

Dr. LeRoy Carhart, Fierce Defender of Abortion Rights, Dies at 81

The New York Times article (April 30, 2023)

Dr. Marion Moses, Top Aide to Cesar Chavez, Dies at 84

The New York Times article (September 15, 2020)

Duke Bootee, Whose ‘Message’ Educated Hip-Hop, Dies at 69

The New York Times article (January 29, 2021)

Edie Landau, Film Producer Ahead of Her Time, Dies at 95

The New York Times article (January 15, 2023)

Edward Keating, Times Photographer at Ground Zero, Dies at 65

The New York Times article (September 30, 2021)

Estelle Harris, George’s Mother on ‘Seinfeld,’ Dies at 93

The New York Times article (April 3, 2022)

Fred Dean, Sack Specialist Who Ignited 49ers Dynasty, Dies at 68

The New York Times article (October 17, 2020)

Fred White, Drummer for Earth, Wind & Fire, Dies at 67

The New York Times article (January 2, 2023)

Gail Coburn, Social Worker With a Gift for Solutions, Dies at 71

The New York Times article (April 12, 2021)

Gary Pettus Dies at 70; Used Skills ‘To Bless the Lives of People’

The New York Times article (October 9, 2020)

George Bass, Archaeologist of the Ocean Floor, Dies at 88

The New York Times article (March 19, 2021)

George Maharis, TV Heartthrob of ‘Route 66,’ Is Dead at 94

The New York Times article (May 28, 2023)

George McDonald, Power Broker for the Powerless, Dies at 76

The New York Times article (February 4, 2021)

George Stranahan, Benefactor of Physicists and Bar Flies, Dies at 89

The New York Times article (June 20, 2021)

Gerrie Coetzee, 67, Afrikaner Boxing Champ Who Fought Apartheid, Dies

The New York Times article (January 20, 2023)

Greg Wittine, Once a Hero for Disabled Boy Scouts, Dies at 67

The New York Times article (March 24, 2023)

Gregory Allen Howard, Screenwriter of ‘Remember the Titans,’ Dies at 70

The New York Times article (January 29, 2023)

H. Jackson Brown Jr., Best-Selling Giver of Fatherly Advice, Dies at 81

The New York Times article (December 23, 2021)

Helen Weaver, Chronicler of an Affair With Kerouac, Dies at 89

The New York Times article (April 26, 2021)

Ilona Royce Smithkin, Improbable Muse in Fashion and Art, Dies at 101

The New York Times article (August 6, 2021)

Iohan Gueorguiev, ‘Bike Wanderer’ of the Wilderness, Dies at 33

The New York Times article (October 11, 2021)

Irene Cara, ‘Fame’ and ‘Flashdance’ Singer, Dies at 63

The New York Times article (November 26, 2022)

Irish Grinstead, Who Asked, ‘Where My Girls At?,’ Dies at 43

The New York Times article (September 18, 2023)

Jack Anderson, Longtime Dance Critic for The Times, Dies at 88

The New York Times article (October 22, 2023)

James Abourezk, the First Arab American Senator, Dies at 92

The New York Times article (February 26, 2023)

James Harris, Towering Wrestler Known as Kamala, Dies at 70

The New York Times article (August 12, 2020)

Jane Birkin, Singer, Actress and Fashion Inspiration, Dies at 76

The New York Times article (July 16, 2023)

Jeanette Wagner, Who Globalized the Estée Lauder Brand, Dies at 92

The New York Times article (March 18, 2022)

Jeremiah Green, Drummer for Modest Mouse, Dies at 45

The New York Times article (January 1, 2023)

Jim Kolbe, Openly Gay Republican Congressman, Is Dead at 80

The New York Times article (December 6, 2022)

Jim Turner, Who Kicked the Jets Into Super Bowl History, Dies at 82

The New York Times article (June 14, 2023)

Joanne Michaels, Who Sketched the Hudson Valley in Words, Dies at 69

The New York Times article (January 6, 2021)

John Bailey, Oscars President in Time of Strife, Dies at 81

The New York Times article (November 13, 2023)

John Clem Clarke, a Pop Art Perennial in SoHo, Dies at 83

The New York Times article (June 28, 2021)

John Rice Irwin, Guardian of Appalachia’s Past, Dies at 91

The New York Times article (February 9, 2022)

John Train, Paris Review Co-Founder and Cold War Operative, Dies at 94

The New York Times article (September 21, 2022)

John Uelses, First to Pole-Vault 16 Feet, Is Dead at 85

The New York Times article (July 14, 2023)

Joseph I. Kramer, the ‘Country Doctor’ of Avenue D, Dies at 96

The New York Times article (September 8, 2021)

Joseph Pedott, 91, Dies; Made Chia Pets an ‘as Seen on TV’ Sensation

The New York Times article (June 30, 2023)

Judith Jarvis Thomson, Philosopher Who Defended Abortion, Dies at 91

The New York Times article (December 3, 2020)

Judy Heumann, Who Led the Fight for Disability Rights, Dies at 75

The New York Times article (March 5, 2023)

Julian Barry, Who Made Lenny Bruce Into ���Lenny,��� Dies at 92

The New York Times article (July 27, 2023)

Katherine Hoffman, ‘Eternal’ Florida State Figure, Dies at 105

The New York Times article (July 29, 2020)

Kenneth Force, the ‘Toscanini of Military Marching Bands,’ Dies at 83

The New York Times article (October 20, 2023)

Kentaro Miura, Creator of Epic Manga ‘Berserk,’ Dies at 54

The New York Times article (May 25, 2021)

Kevin Mitnick, Once the ‘Most Wanted Computer Outlaw,’ Dies at 59

The New York Times article (July 20, 2023)

Laszlo Birinyi, Leading Stock Picker and Market Forecaster, Dies at 79

The New York Times article (August 30, 2023)

Lauren Berlant, Critic of the American Dream, Is Dead at 63

The New York Times article (July 3, 2021)

Lee Maracle, Combative Indigenous Author, Dies at 71

The New York Times article (November 14, 2021)

Lee Ross, Expert in Why We Misunderstand Each Other, Dies at 78

The New York Times article (June 16, 2021)

Leon Levine, Who Made a Billion One Dollar at a Time, Dies at 85

The New York Times article (April 19, 2023)

Linda Love, Crossing Guard With a Maternal Streak, Dies at 79

The New York Times article (May 4, 2021)

Lorraine Millar, Resilient in the Face of Tragedy, Dies at 95

The New York Times article (December 9, 2020)

Louis Orr, 64, Dies; Syracuse Star, Knicks Forward and a Coach

The New York Times article (December 18, 2022)

Lucy Morgan, Feared and Revered Florida Reporter, Dies at 82

The New York Times article (September 29, 2023)

Margo Feiden, Hirschfeld’s Idiosyncratic Gallerist, Dies at 77

The New York Times article (October 28, 2022)

Marianne Steiner, Refugee Who Found a New Life in New York, Dies at 101

The New York Times article (March 25, 2021)

Marilyn Lovell, Astronaut���s Wife in the Spotlight, Is Dead at 93

The New York Times article (September 4, 2023)

Mark Gietzen, 69, Dies; Zealous Lieutenant in Anti-Abortion Movement

The New York Times article (May 18, 2023)

Mary Ellin Barrett, Daughter and Defender of Irving Berlin, Dies at 95

The New York Times article (August 5, 2022)

Melinda Dillon, 2-Time Oscar Nominee, Is Dead at 83

The New York Times article (February 5, 2023)

Monique Hanotte, Savior of Allied Airmen, Dies at 101

The New York Times article (March 4, 2022)

Moufida Tlatli, Groundbreaker in Arab Film, Dies at 78

The New York Times article (March 4, 2021)

Mukarram Jah, Heir to an Opulent Throne He Abandoned, Dies at 89

The New York Times article (February 7, 2023)

Myriam Ullens, 70, Philanthropic Baroness, Is Killed

The New York Times article (April 10, 2023)

Nicholas Gray, Whose Gray’s Papaya Became a Hot Dog Mecca, Dies at 86

The New York Times article (May 24, 2023)

Owen Davidson, Who Won 8 Grand Slams With Billie Jean King, Dies at 79

The New York Times article (May 14, 2023)

Pat Patterson, a Wrestling Star Who Came Out, Dies at 79

The New York Times article (December 7, 2020)

Patrick Haggerty, ‘Lost Pioneer’ of Gay Country Music, Dies at 78

The New York Times article (November 10, 2022)

Paul Farmer, Pioneer of Global Health, Dies at 62

The New York Times article (February 21, 2022)

Paul Herman, Mainstay of Gangster Movies, Is Dead at 76

The New York Times article (March 31, 2022)

Paul Orndorff, Wrestler Known as Mr. Wonderful, Dies at 71

The New York Times article (July 12, 2021)

Pervis Staples, Who Harmonized With the Staple Singers, Dies at 85

The New York Times article (May 14, 2021)

Rebecca Blank, Who Changed How Poverty Is Measured, Dies at 67

The New York Times article (March 9, 2023)

Redd Holt, Drummer on ’60s Instrumental Pop Hits, Dies at 91

The New York Times article (June 2, 2023)

Richard Belzer, Detective Munch on ‘Law & Order: S.V.U.,’ Dies at 78

The New York Times article (February 19, 2023)

Richard Blum, Political Donor and Husband of Senator Feinstein, Dies at 86

The New York Times article (February 28, 2022)

Richard Lamm, Governor and Early Abortion Rights Supporter, Dies at 85

The New York Times article (July 30, 2021)

Robert Hollander, Who Led Readers Into ‘The Inferno,’ Dies at 87

The New York Times article (June 8, 2021)

Ron Cephas Jones, Emmy Winner for ���This Is Us,��� Dies at 66

The New York Times article (August 20, 2023)

Ron Wright, Texas Conservative, Dies at 67

The New York Times article (February 9, 2021)

Ronnie Wilson, Founder of the Gap Band, Dies at 73

The New York Times article (November 5, 2021)

Sal Bando, Captain of Championship Oakland Athletics, Dies at 78

The New York Times article (January 22, 2023)

Samantha Hickey, Nurse With a Gift for Diagnosis, Dies at 45

The New York Times article (July 23, 2020)

Sharon Williams, a Nurturer on the Police Force, Dies at 54

The New York Times article (August 7, 2020)

Soumitra Chatterjee, Globally Acclaimed Indian Film Star, Dies at 85

The New York Times article (November 20, 2020)

Stephen Rubin, 81, ‘Quintessential Hitmaker’ of the Book World, Dies

The New York Times article (October 18, 2023)

Stuart Silver, Designer of Museum Blockbusters, Dies at 84

The New York Times article (June 9, 2021)

Sunao Tsuboi, 96, Dies; Hiroshima Victim Who Lived to Tell His Story

The New York Times article (November 3, 2021)

Suzanne Somers, Star of 'Three's Company,' Is Dead at 76

The New York Times article (October 15, 2023)

Sy Presten, Press Agent So Old-Fashioned He Was News, Dies at 98

The New York Times article (October 30, 2022)

Sylvère Lotringer, Shape-Shifting Force of the Avant-Garde, Dies at 83

The New York Times article (November 22, 2021)

Ted Kaczynski, ‘Unabomber’ Who Attacked Modern Life, Dies at 81

The New York Times article (June 10, 2023)

Terry Donahue, Who Led U.C.L.A. to Bowl Victories, Dies at 77

The New York Times article (July 5, 2021)

Thomas Carney, Crusty Bartender at Elaine’s, Dies at 82

The New York Times article (September 9, 2022)

Timuel Black, Strategist and Organizer for Black Chicago, Dies at 102

The New York Times article (October 17, 2021)

Tom Kennedy, Genial Journeyman of TV Game Shows, Dies at 93

The New York Times article (October 13, 2020)

Tony Stempeck, Guardian of a Restaurant’s Legacy, Dies at 63

The New York Times article (November 5, 2020)

Tyler Christopher, Actor Best Known for ���General Hospital,��� Dies at 50

The New York Times article (October 31, 2023)

Valery Polyakov, Who Took the Longest Journey in Space, Dies at 80

The New York Times article (September 19, 2022)

Vida Blue, Pitching Sensation for Champion A’s Teams, Dies at 73

The New York Times article (May 7, 2023)

Walter R. Mears, ‘Boys on the Bus’ Campaign Reporter, Dies at 87

The New York Times article (March 6, 2022)