ABC News reported that iconic movie star Elizabeth Taylor has died today at the age of 79 of congestive heart failure. Her family was by her side at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles when she passed away, and her son, Michael Wilding, issued the following statement:
"My mother was an extraordinary woman who lived life to the fullest, with great passion, humor, and love. Though her loss is devastating to those of us who held her so close and so dear, we will always be inspired by her enduring contribution to our world.
"Her remarkable body of work in film, her ongoing success as a businesswoman, and her brave and relentless advocacy in the fight against HIV/AIDS, all make us all incredibly proud of what she accomplished. We know, quite simply, that the world is a better place for mom having lived in it. Her legacy will never fade, her spirit will always be with us, and her love will live forever in our hearts."
In her lifetime, Taylor earned five Oscar nominations and was involved in eight marriages — her personal life earned her as much fame as did her prolific acting career (which began when she got her first film role at age ten).
Since the news of her death was announced, many celebrities have come forward to pay tribute to her career, including Sir Elton John, Michael Caine, and Joan Collins.
RIP, Elizabeth Taylor.
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