Doris Day was one of the last remaining stars of Hollywood’s Golden Age and was sent off as such following her death on Monday.
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The sunny actress and acclaimed singer died at age 97, not long after contracting pneumonia.
Though
her career was full of box-office and chart-topping hits — namely her
catchy tune “Que Será, Será (Whatever Will Be, Will Be)” from Alfred
Hitchcock’s “The Man Who Knew Too Much” (1956) — the “Pillow Talk” star
was also remembered for her work as an animal rights activist.
“She was a true star in more ways than one,” singer Paul McCartney wrote in
a statement. “Visiting her in her Californian home was like going to an
animal sanctuary where her many dogs were taken care of in splendid
style. She had a heart of gold and was a very funny lady who I shared
many laughs with.”
Likewise,
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) also highlighted
that work, her efforts to stop animal homelessness and the Doris Day
Animal League’s partnership to oppose chemical tests on animals.
“Doris
Day was a silver screen and singing legend, but PETA will always
remember her for her most important role: animal champion,” PETA Senior
Vice President Lisa Lange said in a statement. “Day was a warm, kind,
generous person, and she will be missed by all of us here at PETA.”
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