I was so incredibly saddened to learn last night about the passing of Dina Merrill at the age of 93. She was without a doubt among my favorite living actresses, and her generosity and warmth touched so many lives. I’ll always cherish her wonderful performances in films like BUtterfield 8 (1960), Desk Set (1957), and Operation Petticoat (1959), and for the last few hours in particular I’ve been consoling myself by watching her delightful appearances in a number of game shows like What’s My Line?, To Tell the Truth, and Password. If you’re feeling down today like I am, this particular episode of Password that also features Allen Ludden and Tony Perkins will surely lift your spirits. Dina was a treasure to us all, and a wonderful advocate for Lewy Body dementia, the disease which ultimately took her life. She will most certainly be missed.
Musings of a Classic Film Addict 