1 minute ago, Vee said:

Valerie had a pretty full life long after that diagnosis that she would die in like 3-6 months - how much longer did she keep going? Six years? And an even busier career. That was some solace.

Yes, around about six and a half years. In that time, both Mary Tyler Moore and Georgia Engel passed, and I guess that made many forget that Valerie had been sick, too.

I just really hate watching all of the people I grew up loving pass away. I know "better places" and "the nature of the passage of time" and all that, but still. I remember when it was maybe once or twice a year a big classic TV star would pass away.

2 hours ago, All My Shadows said:

I just really hate watching all of the people I grew up loving pass away. I know "better places" and "the nature of the passage of time" and all that, but still. I remember when it was maybe once or twice a year a big classic TV star would pass away.

 

I know exactly what you mean. It hurts a little everytime someone dies who has been around for your whole life.

 

  

 

  

  

 

 

 

 

  

 

A profile/interview with her from not long ago.

 

https://thelandmag.com/the-beat-of-her-own-drum/

 

  

  

  

Edited November 12, 20205 yr by victoria foxton

 

  

 

 

  

 

 

  

 

  

One of my favorite writers from "Maude."  RIP Mr. Hauck.  You and your talent will be missed.