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Mon 19 Jan 2026 • 11:13

TV Star Jim Vargas Dies at 78, Colleagues and Fans Pay Tribute

TV Star Jim Vargas Dies at 78, Colleagues and Fans Pay Tribute

### Beloved TV Star Passes Away After 40-Year Career, Colleagues Share Tributes

Jim Vargas, a revered figure in television, has sadly passed away at the age of 78. His career spanned four decades, during which he made a significant impact on the industry and audiences alike.

Vargas’s contributions to television have been celebrated by many of his colleagues. They express deep sorrow at his passing and recount fond memories of their time together. “Jim was one of our best friends ... in fact, best man at our wedding. We had been in touch with him until the end and will miss him greatly,” shared Carol Ivy and Ed Leslie, highlighting the personal touches he brought to those around him.

The news of Jim Vargas's death has prompted an outpouring of love and remembrances from fans and fellow entertainers. As tributes continue to flood in, it is evident that his legacy will endure through the many lives he touched during his lengthy career.