Farewell, Farah

Farah Fawcett has died of cancer at the age of 62.

No red-blooded American male who lived through the '70s could ignore Farah Fawcett, whose image was everywhere. She was iconic of the decade. Her hair was an inspiration to many women and, I would hasten to add, a good number of men -- especially singers in rock bands.

Post-"Charley's Angels" (in which she was a regular only the first season) she managed to prove that she had real acting talent.

There was something about her personality that elevated her presence above most other actresses of the time. I believe it was this intangible quality that made such a success of her original red swimsuit poster. A one-piece suit. Not a bikini, and not that much exposure compared to today's standards. And yet it was captivating.

Miss Fawcett's death is but one more reminder that we are all getting on a little bit, and soon the world will remember the '70s pretty much as we regard the 1920s, only with better movies and music.

Our prayers for the consolation of her loved ones, as well as for her journey beyond the veil.

Farah, rest in peace.