"Today a ray of sunshine left us."
It's a sad day for Hollywood as one of our most iconic stars of the silver screen, Doris Day, has passed away at the age of 97.
With heavy hearts, we share the news that Doris Day passed away peacefully this morning at her home in Carmel, Calif. She was 97. More info: https://t.co/P1UuOhL69m pic.twitter.com/JDQf4XaG8I
— DDAF (@DDAF_org) May 13, 2019
The wholesome, blonde beauty graced many a silver screen with her roles in classic movies such as Pillow Talk, What Will Be, and Calamity Jane making her one of the biggest movie stars of the 50’s and 60’s.
Tributes have flooded in from many celebrities, including Goldie Hawn, who said, "The great Doris Day left us and took a piece of the sun with her."
The great Doris Day left us and took a piece of the sun with her. She brighten our lives and lived out her life with dignity. May she rest peacefully. ❤️
— Goldie Hawn (@goldiehawn) May 13, 2019
William Shatner, Seth MacFarlane and Paul McCartney were among many others who posted heartfelt tributes.
Condolences to the family of Doris Day. She was the World’s Sweetheart and beloved by all. ❤️ Que Será, Será!😞
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) May 13, 2019
Here is a look back from The Guardian at Doris Day's most celebrated roles in Hollywood.
Rest peacefully Doris.
Source: The Guardian/YouTube/GoldieHawn/Twitter/SethMacFarlane/PaulMcCartney
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