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Norm MacDonald’s Touching Tribute To Robin Williams

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Robin Williams’ death left a world in mourning like no other celebrity before him. The laughter and joy he brought to people in childhood and beyond made him an international treasure.Robin Williams tribute

 

 
One of the most touching tributes I saw was from Norm MacDonald, I am not embarrassed to say that it even made me cry. Rest in peace to Robin Williams, who will be sorely missed. Here is Norm’s amazing tribute. Let us know what you think.

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Norm MacDonald

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Peaches Geldof Dies Aged 25

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Peaches_Geldof_cropped_2Celebrity deaths are much discussed in this social media age. It is not a national mourning, just a general sadness and an unwelcome reminder of mortality.

The death of Peaches Geldof is particularly horrible as she was only 25 and leaves behind a husband and two very young sons: Astala, 23 months, and Phaedra who is almost one. I met Peaches a few times. She was always fun, happy and a little bit naughty. She was also always the centre of attention. Paparazzi followed her everywhere and she seemed to enjoy being in the spotlight.

Of course her life was not plain sailing. She lost her mother, Paula Yates, to an accidental heroin overdose in 2000 when she was only 11. Her mother also left her father for Michael Hutchence who later committed suicide, and Micheal’s half sister, Tina Hutchence, expressed her sadness at her death today. Paula and Michael had a daughter, Heavenly Hiraani Tiger Lily Hutchence.

 

 

This was her last Twitter update: a picture of herself with her mother.

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Our thoughts go out to Bob Geldof today, who has experienced more tragedy than anyone ever should, and to Peaches husband, Tom, and their young children. Rest in Peace Peaches.

Bob Geldof released a statement saying:

‘Peaches has died. We are beyond pain.

‘Writing “was” destroys me afresh.

‘She was the wildest, funniest, cleverest, wittiest and the most bonkers of all of us.

‘What a beautiful child. How is this possible that we will not see her again?

‘How is that bearable? We loved her and will cherish her forever. How sad that sentence is.

‘Tom and her sons Astala and Phaedra will always belong in our family, fractured so often, but never broken. Bob, Jeanne, Fifi, Pixie and Tiger Geldof.’

Mick Jagger’s Poignant Tribute To L’Wren

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After the death of his girlfriend of 13 years Mike Jagger has released a loving tribute to her on his Facebook page. L’Wren died yesterday at the young age of 49. She will be much missed in the fashion community and beyond.

L'Wren Scott

 

I am still struggling to understand how my lover and best friend could end her life in this tragic way.

We spent many wonderful years together and had made a great life for ourselves.

She had great presence and her talent was much admired, not least by me.

I have been touched by the tributes that people have paid to her, and also the personal messages of support that I have received.

I will never forget her,
Mick

 

Post by Mick Jagger.

30% rise in suicidal calls to Mind Infoline

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Sad news from Mind;

Mind, the mental health charity, today expressed alarm as new figures from its national telephone service show a 50% call increase within twelve months. The number of calls rose to over 68,000 in 2012/13[1], from 46,000 in 2011/2012.

 

The Mind Infoline has seen a corresponding shift in the nature of calls, with people presenting more acute and complex problems, many stemming from severe financial worries.  This is reflected in a concerning 30% rise in calls relating to suicide: In 2012/13 there were 1,546 calls from people who had experienced suicidal thoughts, had taken steps to end their own life, or had concerns about a loved one, this was up from the 1,185 contacts received the previous year.

 

In response to the worrying figures, Mind acknowledges the increased need for its services, and urges people not to wait until they hit crisis point before getting in touch. As the charity announces the appointment of a new celebrity ambassador, TV presenter Anna Williamson, it hopes she will help raise crucial awareness through her role to ensure no one has to face a mental health problem alone.

 

Anna Williamson, who this week starts her new summer role offering viewers advice on ITV’s This Morning,  has battled severe anxiety and panic attacks for many years. She now talks openly about her experiences and the vital first step of asking for help. Anna will play a key role as a Mind ambassador, encouraging others to seek support as soon as they need it.

 

Anna Williamson said: “I know just how scary it can be to start the conversation – worrying what friends or colleagues will think. But I also now know that opening up is the key to getting better. Since I first shared my own experiences, I’ve heard from so many others in the same position. It’s easy to forget you’re not alone, that actually 1 in 4 people experience a mental health problem every year.

 

“I am passionate about raising awareness and thrilled to be joining Mind as an ambassador. Through my new role I’m determined to let people know its OK to ask for help.”

 

Paul Farmer, CEO for Mind says:

“Today many people face the stark reality of severe financial pressures, be it through employment worries, benefit cuts, increased cost of living, or a lethal combination of all three. It’s therefore no surprise that people need Mind more than ever. We urge anyone who needs our support to pick up the phone and to do it today.   

 

“We know that when people in the public eye speak out, it inspires others to seek help. We are delighted to have Anna Williamson’s support and are confident her honesty and candour will strike a chord with many others across the country and prompt them to get in touch.”

 

The Mindinfoline is a confidential telephone service providing information about mental health diagnosis, treatment, medication, local service provision and advocacy. Open from 9am – 6pm Monday – Friday, calls to the service are charged at a local rate and can be reached on 0300 123 3393.

 

Tony Scott ‘Had Cancer’

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After the incredibly sad news that Tony Scott killed himself, his friend have revealed that he
had inoperable brain cancer and only killed himself so his family were spared watching him die slowly and painfully.

ABC News revealed why the 68-year-old director jumped to his death on Sunday, by leaping from the Vincent Thomas Bridge. He left a suicide note.

A friend told the New York Post:

‘He has been suffering from cancer and he had a relapse. He wasn’t depressed, he was a lovely guy. On Sundays everyone went to his house, there would be the guy who worked in his local restaurant sitting by the pool by Michael Caine.’

Another source added: ‘He did have cancer, and for a while he was cancer free. He didn’t have any money problems or marriage problems.’

Scott directed such classics as Top Gun, Beverly Hills Cop II and Enemy Of The State and was the younger brother of director Ridley Scott. He fell within feet of a cruise boat around 12.30 p.m in front of horrified tourists.

‘He landed right next to our tour boat, and many of us saw the whole thing,’ a witness, who had been on the cruise told TMZ.

The Contra Costa Times reported that Scott climbed a fence on the south side of the bridge, which spans San Pedro and Terminal Island, at 12.30 p.m. on Sunday and leaped off ‘without hesitation’.

Simon Halls, a publicist for the Scott brothers, said. ‘The family asks for privacy during this time,’

Ridley Scott is flying from London to Los Angeles to be with his brother’s family.

He leaves behind two twin sons and his wife Donna. Hollywood is poorer today at the loss of such an amazing talent.