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There was no mention of Farrah Fawcett last night at the Oscars. But the “In Memoriam” tribute did include Michael Jackson. I don’t know about you, but I’m thinking that’s just wrong.
Now, I know Fawcett was mostly a “Charlie’s Angel” TV sensation, but she did star on the big screen, too. Just ask my husband, whose all-time favorite flick “Logan’s Run” features the blond beauty. And there were others: “Extremeties,” “The Cannonball Run,” “Man of the House,” “Dr. T and the Women,” “The Apostle” and more.
Oscar boss Bruce Davis, the executive director of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, says: “It is the single most troubling element of the Oscar show every year. Because more people die each year than can possibly be included in that segment. You are dropping people who the public knows. It’s just not comfortable.”
Still, the girl who fought a horrible cancer with grace and grit, documenting it every step of the way, deserves to be honored. So, here’s to Farrah Fawcett, her contribution to the world of film and, of course, who can forget that great hair!
Tags: Charlie's Angels, Farrah Fawcett, In Memoriam, Oscars
you are very right here. She should have been mentioned. She suffered a long time.
Totally! Thanks for this, Jacki. What an icon…the Academy will have to figure out a way to try and include more people in their segment.
I agree as well. The Academy should have payed note to her life, career and battle with cancer. I was going through chemo at the time she died. It was difficult watching TV icons like her die of the disease.
Well said. I was troubled by this as well. Everyone one should be listed or none at all. Seriously, it can’t be that difficult to do. Farrah was a brave warrior who deserved to have recognition. Thanks for your post!