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She was a pioneer. A real leader. She commanded the dignity she deserved.
Rest peacefully Ms Nichols.

And while we're piling on the appreciation of the tawny, tangy and tender dark hottie with the absurdly oversized earpiece, let me weigh in--If ever an aromatic V of splendid ebony thighs did rise--in that first interview with Gene, sucking him dry--launching beyond the furthest galaxy of Hollywood and its stars--to reach the unrivaled eternity of reruns, spin-offs and merchandizing. And it all started with her. :P