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Fay Kanin Obituary
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences confirmed Kanin's death Wednesday. She served as president of the U.S. film academy from 1979 to 1983.
Kanin was nominated for an Academy Award for 1958's "Teacher's Pet" alongside her husband and writing partner, Michael Kanin. The film starred Clark Gable and Doris Day.
Fay Kanin was also recognized for her television contributions, winning two screenwriting Emmys in 1974 and another for producing the TV special "Friendly Fire" in 1979.
Details on Kanin's survivors and cause of death were not immediately available.
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15 Entries
April 1, 2013
May beautiful memories of Ms. Kanin and scriptures from the Bible bring comfort and peace during this most time. B.Meill NO
Wanda
March 31, 2013
Losing a loved one is by far one of the most difficult things to deal with in a lifetime. Please rely on family and friends to help you cope during this most difficult time. Know also that God loves you and understands your sorrow.
March 30, 2013
Dear Kanin family: I'm so sorry for your loss. May you have peace along with hope and confidence that in the near future all our loved ones will be resurrected to life again.
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March 30, 2013
TO THE FAMILY, DURING THIS VERY SAD TIME PLEASE CONTINUE TO LEAN ON "THE GOD OF ALL COMFORT" 2ND COR.1 3-4.
March 30, 2013
May the Kanin family find comfort in God at this time.He has said I-I myself am the One that is comforting you people."isah.51:12...
March 30, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Sharon Williams
March 29, 2013
May God bless & comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Jim C
March 29, 2013
RIP
March 28, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. the bible can be of some comfort at john 3:16
March 28, 2013
Psalms 121 is a very encouraging scriptural passage. There our Heavenly Father assures us that He will be with you to see you through these difficult days.
michelle plakas-kaiser
March 28, 2013
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March 28, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Kanin Family. We are sending our thoughts and prayers to all of you. May the God who gives peace be with all of you.-RO.15:33
Dwayne Bickham
March 27, 2013
rest in peace
Ruth
March 27, 2013
I would like to express my sincere condolences to the Kanin family and fans of Fay Kanin. She will return to life as promised at Psalm 68:20.
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