‘Star Wars’ actor Andrew Jack dead at 76 due to coronavirus

COVID-19 surge fuelled by the Omicron variant.St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton’s Urgent Care Centre on King Street East will once again operate between 8 a.m.

An expert in infectious diseases has shown concern about the number of children who remain absent from school weeks after Covid-19 infection.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on Wednesday (9) said that his policies and the policies of the government were prepared with the future generations in mind.President Rajapaksa assured that all promises will be fulfilled.He said the government is facing challenges in various sectors, including education, agriculture, and electricity.Noting that the economy is reviving following the pandemic, President Rajapaksa urged the masses to obtain the booster dose and not leave any reason for the country to go into lockdown again.The President urged the public sector employees to fulfill their duties and responsibilities in line with the government’s policy statement.“I promised the farmers that fertilizer will be given for free and the certified price for paddy will be increased, and that was my first duty,” said the President while addressing a crowd at the Salgado Stadium in Anuradhapura.The President also promised to increase the income of the local farmers by 100% with or without fertilizer.

An ongoing legal issue that could affect the medallists in the team figure skating competition at the Beijing Olympics, an event in which Canada finished fourth, has caused the award ceremony to be delayed, the IOC said Wednesday.

More than 70 Girvan residents did their bit for the Quay Zone leisure centre by continuing to pay membership fees despite the facility being forced to close because of Covid.

The Scottish Government has confirmed 15 people have died from coronavirus in the last 24 hours,

Jenna Jameson appears to be on the mend after a weeks-long struggle with a mystery illness. The model and former porn star, 47, was hospitalized in early January after losing her ability to walk.  Taking to her Instagram Story this week, the former adult film actress wrote to fans, "Hey, guys. I’m still in the hospital, but I’m doing OK and i’ll be out soon," Page Six reports.

Boris Johnson has announced a shock plan to end all covid self-isolation laws in England in just two weeks time.

With the announcement that Boris Johnson hopes to scrap all coronavirus restrictions by the end of February, you may be wondering what restrictions are still in place.

The City of Saskatoon is lifting vaccine mandates along with the province — but it may be done more as a requirement than by choice.

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PHILLIP Schofield got a scolding from his This Morning bosses after joking he was still Covid positive - despite being back at work. The presenter returned to the daytime sofa after coronavirus forced him to isolate for a week.

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SURPRISE, Ariz. - Police in Surprise say they arrested a man after he stabbed his girlfriend multiple times during an argument over homework.According to court documents, 27-year-old Raymond Maltos was arrested on Feb.

coronavirus restrictions may end in just two weeks time.Opening Prime Minister’s Questions, Mr Johnson said: “It is my intention to return on the first day after the half-term recess to present our strategy for living with Covid.“Provided the current encouraging trends in the data continue, it is my expectation that we will be able to end the last domestic restrictions – including the legal requirement to self-isolate if you test positive – a full month early.”Mr Johnson indicated that as long as the data remained positive, the legal duty to self-isolate would be lifted a whole month earlier than planned.The plan was for self-isolation regulations to expire on March 24., but the announcement means the law could axed on around as early as Thursday 24 February.Mr Johnson's announcement comes as a leading expert believes the UK is “past the point” where vaccinating young, healthy children against Covid-19 will do any good.Paul Hunter, professor of medicine from the University of East Anglia, said most children have already had coronavirus, with the vast majority not falling seriously ill.Prof Hunter told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme infection rates in children are “falling really quickly at the moment”, adding: “So I think in many ways we’re past the point where vaccines are actually going to make much difference.”This is a breaking news story and is constantly being updated.Please refresh the page regularly to get the latest updates. Reporters working on dailystar.co.uk will be working to source the latest information, reaction, pictures and video related to this story.

More European countries could scrap tests for fully vaccinated arrivals in the coming days, according to reports.

PHILADELPHIA - A water main break in Kingsessing is disrupting traffic and causing major problems early Wednesday morning. The water main break happened at approximately 6:30 a.m.

PHILADELPHIA - Police say they made an arrest in a carjacking that led to a wild pursuit Tuesday evening. The incident happened Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. when police responded to report of a man following his Mercedes Benz sedan that was stolen during a carjacking at gun point about a week ago. Police were able to catch up to the vehicle which was on the 4000 block of Aramingo Avenue. When police attempted to stop the stolen Mercedes Benz, the driver took off at a high rate of speed and refused to stop, according to officials. Officers continued their pursuit until the driver of that stolen vehicle got to the 4500 block of Richmond Street when the vehicle crashed, rear-ending a parked and unattended vehicle. At this point, the driver got out of the stolen vehicle and attempted to flee on foot.

Over 1⃣ crore youngsters between 15-18 age group are now fully vaccinated against #COVID19

"I lost a dear friend this week to Coronavirus. Andrew Jack was a wonderful, kind, beautiful soul and I and many others will miss him greatly," Hemsworth wrote on Friday.

Chris Hemsworth gave a touching tribute to his ‘dear friend’ and dialect coach, Andrew Jack, who died after contracting the Coronavirus, aged 76.

Argentine comic book artist, Juan Gimenez passed away at the age of 76 after suffering from COVID-19. The veteran comic artist known for contributing to the Heavy Metal animated movie released in the '80s is believed to have developed complications after contracting Coronavirus. The Coronavirus pandemic has been taking many people into its clutches all over the world. Before Juan Gimenez's demise, Coronavirus resulted in the death of many renowned personalities like Manu Dibango, Mark Blum, Floyd Cardoz, Joe Diffie, Andrew Jack.

Chris Hemsworth has shared an tear-jerking post in memory of his close pal and fellow actor, Andrew Jack.

In a tragic turn of events, Hollywood lost Star Wars actor Andrew Jack to Coronavirus. The 76-year-old succumbed to the illness at a hospital in the UK earlier this week. His wife Gabrielle Rogers confirmed the news. Days after the news broke out, Chris Hemsworth took to Instagram and mourned the loss of his "dear friend." The Thor: Love And Thunder star shared a picture of the veteran actor on Instagram and penned a heartfelt note to remember the star. 

Star Wars legend Mark Hamill hailed his colleague and actor friend Andrew Jack as a ‘kind gentleman’ in a touching tribute after his death aged 76.

Adam Schlesinger, lead singer of Fountains of Wayne, has passed away from COVID-19.

LOS ANGELES : Actor Andrew Jack, best known as the man who played Caluan Ematt in the "Star Wars" series of films, has passed away two days after contracting the novel coronavirus. He was 76.

English actor and dialect coach Andrew Jack died on Tuesday as a result of complications of COVID-19. He was 76.

The performer passed away in a Surrey, UK, hospital on Tuesday after contracting COVID-19, his agent said. 

Jack was best known for his work as a dialect coach on such films as 'Avengers: Endgame', 'GoldenEye' and 'The Lords of The Rings' trilogy

Star Wars actor and dialect coach Andrew Jack has sadly died after contracting coronavirus.

After falling ill only two days ago, Star Wars star Andrew Jack has died.

Actor Andrew Jack, who featured in Star Wars, passed away two days after testing positive for Coronavirus. As his wife Gabrielle Rogers remained in quarantine after his diagnosis, the 76-year-old succumbed to the illness at a hospital near London. Since she was instructed to socially isolate herself, Gabrielle was unable to say goodbye to her husband. Considering the social distancing rule, the family is contemplating whether a full funeral is feasible, TMZ reported. Gabrielle took to social media to share the news with the world.

Star Wars actor Andrew Jack has died from coronavirus-related complications in a UK hospital, his representatives confirm today. He was 76 years old.

Andrew Jack, who was known for his role as Resistance Major Caluan Ematt in the “Star Wars” franchise as well as for being a major Hollywood dialect coach, has died after suffering complications stemming from coronavirus. He was 76 years old.

Our hearts go out to the family of Andrew Jack, as the Star Wars actor and famed dialect coach has died of COVID-19 complications at the age of 76.

Andrew Jack, who was known for his role as Resistance Major Caluan Ematt in the franchise as well as for being a major Hollywood dialect coach, has died after suffering complications stemming from coronavirus. He was 76 years old.

Andrew Jack has sadly passed away at the age of 76.

Andrew Jack has sadly passed away at the age of 76.

Andrew Jack has died from complications during to coronavirus, it has been confirmed.The 76 year old died on Tuesday morning in a hospital outside of London, his representative announced. He is best known for starring as Resistance Major Caluan Ematt in Star Wars movies The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi.

Star Wars actor and dialect coach Andrew Jack has died of coronavirus complications at the age of 76.

Star Wars actor Andrew Jack has died aged 76, as a result of coronavirus, according to his agent.

Andrew Jack, the premier dialect coach who worked on The Lord Of The Rings film trilogy, has died of COVID-19 complications aged 76.He succumbed to the illness at a hospital near London while his wife Gabrielle Rogers had to remain in quarantine in Australia, unable to say goodbye in person.Social distancing restrictions have left doubt about whether a full funeral is feasible, Jack's representative Jill McCullough told TMZ.

STAR Wars actor Andrew Jack has died at the age of 76 from COVID-19 complications. His rep, Jill McCullough, told TMZ that he passed away Tuesday morning at a hospital outside of London.

Star Wars actor Andrew Jack has died from coronavirus at the age of 76, his agent has confirmed.

Star Wars actor Andrew Jack has died from coronavirus at the age of 76, his agent has confirmed.

Star Wars actor Andrew Jack has died aged 76 from the coronavirus.