Highlighting the passing of notable figures in the entertainment world, these headlines commemorate Bill Dilworth, the long-time caretaker of a unique art installation, Henry Mount Charles, a rock music impresario, **Dave ‘Baby’ Cortez, a mysterious hitmaker, and Mark Snow**, the iconic composer behind the 'X-Files' theme.

• Bill Dilworth, Caretaker of ‘The New York Earth Room,’ Is Dead at 70 — New York Times Arts -
• Henry Mount Charles, Whose Castle Was a Mecca for Rock, Dies at 74 — New York Times Music -
• Dave ‘Baby’ Cortez, Hitmaker Who Seemed to Vanish, Is Dead at 83 — New York Times Music -

• Mark Snow, Who Conjured the ‘X-Files’ Theme, Is Dead at 78 — New York Times Music -

These headlines delve into the acclaimed series ‘The Gilded Age’ by examining its enriched depiction of Black high society and sharing insights into **Morgan Spector’s personal entertainment preferences**.

• ‘The Gilded Age’ Enriches Its Portrait of Black High Society — New York Times Arts -
• The Best Mafia Show, According to Morgan Spector of ‘The Gilded Age’ — New York Times Arts -

This section focuses on the literary world, offering summer reading recommendations and a specific **review of Joseph Lee’s ‘Nothing More of This Land’**.

• 2 Books for a Hot, Languid Summer — New York Times Books -
• Book Review: ‘Nothing More of This Land,’ by Joseph Lee — New York Times Books -

This headline provides a look into **David Corenswet’s casting as Superman**, exploring the qualities that secured him the iconic role.

• How ‘Superman’ Star David Corenswet Won the Role — New York Times Movies -

This topic explores the evolution of gay identity in art, examining how portrayals of same-sex attraction have shifted over time.

• How ‘Gay’ Became an Identity in Art — New York Times Arts -