World In Mourning After Death of Farrah Fawcett
Posted on | June 26, 2009
Farrah Fawcett, 1970s icon and hugely successful television star, died yesterday at the age of 62.
The US actress achieved global stardom appearing in the Charlie’s Angels TV series, and went on to cement her iconic status in a number of television dramas and stage roles.
Hundreds of people converged on the Los Angeles hospital where she was being treated as word spread that she had passed away.
Tributes from around the world have since poured in.
US President and famous fan Barack Obama gave his reaction:
He told reporters: “I am absolutely devastated since hearing this sad and tragic news.”
He said Fawcett “had it all – the charm, the talent, the dedication and of course, the looks.”
He added: “It’s like I’ve lost a loved one today, and part of my youth has gone with her.”
Oprah Winfrey, the TV presenter and friend of Fawcett for 30 years, called on people from around the world “to pray for Farrah and her family.”
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei took time out from suppressing the popular uprising in his country to leave this message on Facebook:
“I am greatly saddened at the death of Farrah Fawcett. Like many men in the 1970s, I had the famous poster of her in the red bathing suit on my wall. I would often look to it for inspiration during our nation’s struggle against the hated Shah.”
Pop star Michael Jackson also paid his respects hours before his own death yesterday evening: “I am devastated to hear the news about Farrah Fawcett. I’ll never forget her as long as I live.”
