Which of them affected you the most? Who will you miss the most and why? How do you think their death will affect your life and/or the lives of others?
2006-12-29 08:11:07 · 11 answers · asked by Professor Sheed 6 in News & Events ➔ Media & Journalism
Honestly, President Ford's. I was about 9 when he came to Philadelphia. I remember they wanted to land at the Northeast Airport, which is much smaller than the International Airport, and there was a lot of controversy over it. Anyway, they finally let him land there and he came here for something. I think they may have closed the roads along his route to I-95 into town because we were they only ones on that road that runs parallel to that section of I-95. His car was coming and my dad pulled over for us to see it go by. (My dad rarely ever did that.) Ford's car slowed, he rolled down his window, and he waved to us. We could see him inside in the shadows of the car. I've never forgotten that kindness. Most wouldn't have noticed us, let alone wave. It was very exciting for a kid.
2006-12-29 09:03:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
This a very good question. Here are some the notables that have passed on in this year and it has affected me:
Journalist Ed Bradley
Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin
Former TV news anchor Bill Beutel
Coretta Scott King
Spanish Singer Rocio Jurado
Former President Gerald R. Ford
2006-12-29 08:44:03 · answer #2 · answered by ppv918 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I can't really say any of them really affected my life. But, the one who touched me most was when Gerald Levert passed away. I'm an on air personality for a hip hop and r&b radio station, and we got his passing confirmed during my show. So, it was my job to break the bad news. I got sooooo many calls in from listeners who truly were affected because a lot of them had been long time fans. I played a lot of his music, and a lot of the dedications on air. It was really touching. I don't think I'll ever forget that day.
2006-12-29 08:16:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
No celebrity death affected me in a way that will impact my future; but their lives did. I stand and bow for all of them.
I am 57, I danced and marched to James Brown's music. His music and lyrics symbolized the changes in the '60's that benefit blacks all over the world. And I am one of them.
2006-12-29 09:01:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Three: Curt Gowdy, Red Auerbach and Coretta Scott King because I selected them in my Dead Pool 2006. Worth a total of 47 points, but not nearly enough to win the pot. I was almost going to pick Gerald Ford, but I didn't (he was only worth 7 points).
2006-12-29 08:30:06 · answer #5 · answered by Mama Gretch 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Steve Irwin--- I loved that crazy guy! And I thought his family was great too. I'm so sorry he is no longer here for them, nor for the world.
His wonderful enthusiasm and appreciation for all of nature was delightful to share.
I will miss him. He is a small brightness gone from this world.
2006-12-29 08:19:52 · answer #6 · answered by Rani 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
A celebrities death really does not affect me, they are people I don't know. My life goes on!
2006-12-29 08:21:07 · answer #7 · answered by 2u-sister 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
The Aruba Case - The unsolved mystery regarding (assumed dead) Natalee Holloway. The young lady, only18 had a full life to life and went too young. Some others are more famous and older etc. but Natalee's circumstances proved again that most anything can happen at most anytime.
2006-12-29 08:24:54 · answer #8 · answered by sunshine25 7 · 1⤊ 4⤋
Steve Irwin. He was just a great guy, and I'm going to miss his educational shows on Animal Planet.
2006-12-29 08:18:32 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Me Personally, James Brown the Godfather of soul has Passed and you all forgot about that, Rev. Sharpton didn't, I didn't his Ex didn't why did you.
2006-12-29 08:31:28 · answer #10 · answered by tfoley5000 7 · 5⤊ 1⤋