Actor Rod Taylor, star of The Birds, Dies

Actor Rod Taylor, who memorably starred as Mitch Brenner in The Birds, has passed away at the age of 84. Taylor also provided the voice of Pongo in Disney's 101 Dalmations. People reports that Tippi Hedron, his costar in The Birds, has released a statement: "There are so many incredible feelings I have for him. Rod was a great pal to me and a real strength, we were very, very good friends. He was one of the most fun people I have ever met, thoughtful and classy, there was everything good in that man." Taylor died of natural causes at home, surrounded by friends and family. He is survived by his wife of 35 years Carol, and his daughter Felicia.