A Few of Her Favorite Things: Doris Day
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The other day, my husband randomly asked me, “Is Doris Day still alive?” As many of you know, we lost Doris last year, May 13, 2019. She lived a long full life, though. She was 97 years old, and in those 97 years, Doris work embodied that of the All-American girl. Her legendary career included numerous hit singles, many classic movies, The Doris Day Show, and her passionate advocacy for animals.
Growing up, Pillow Talk was one of my all-time favorite classic films — but in recent years, I have gotten to know other Doris Day films, and my love for her has just grown and grown. From Hitchcock’s thriller The Man Who Knew Too Much to the light-hearted Please Don’t Eat the Daisies she just NEVER fails to charm.
I think about her every time I drink a glass of white wine. And on that note, let’s raise a glass to our beloved Doris!!!
Doris Day’s Favorite Things
WHITE WINE
People magazine reported on Doris’ last public appearance that she “She enjoys occasional indulgences such as a glass of wine (‘Just one glass,’ she says) and her favorite, ice cream.”
DOGS
Doris loved animals — she even had her own foundation which she dedicated much of her time and resources to. People often wonder, who did Doris Day leave her money to? Her recent estate sale benefitted the Doris Day Animal Foundation, the non-profit organization Doris created.
VINCE GILL
Doris Day made social media waves when her 92nd birthday picture popped up and fans went haywire! “These days… she listens to Perry Como, Vince Gill, Nat King Cole, the Mills Brothers and Ray Charles,” said her publicist.
ROCKY ROAD ICE CREAM
Many fans and friends report that Doris’ favorite flavor of ice cream was served to them in a cantaloupe.
CALAMITY JANE
Of her own films, this is reportedly Doris’ favorite — and the one she identified with the most.
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The other day, my husband randomly asked me, “Is Doris Day still alive?” As many of you know, we lost Doris last year, May 13, 2019. She lived a long full life, though. She was 97 years old, and in those 97 years, Doris work embodied that of the All-American girl. Her legendary career included numerous hit singles, many classic movies, The Doris Day Show, and her passionate advocacy for animals.