Nerene Virgin

I watched Today's Special syndicated through PBS in south Florida back in the early 90s when I was under the age of ten. I really loved this show. I just want to say thank to Ms. Virgin for teaching kids. I know she really loved her work.

Well, I have been waiting to post something about this totally amazing woman. Trying to get my thoughts in order, but here goes. I met Mrs. Virgin in 1978. She was my grade seven teacher, at Winona Public School and I am so thankful that she was!!!! She taught us that we could do anything that we dreamed possible. I remember, one day she took us outside under the tree for music class. That was the day we learned Day- O by Harry Belefonte. She worked hard with us at Christmas, getting the...

My brother and I never missed an episode of Today's Special. I loved the Jodie character and it's sad to hear Nerene is gone. A very beautiful and nice woman who was part of our learning about things.

I grew up watching Today's Special and The Polka Dot Door. She was so creative and had a beautiful smile. Today, I was watching a re-run of The Littlest Hobo, where Nerene played a lawyer and coached a boys basketball team. I was wondering what happened to the cast and I am saddened to hear of Nerene's passing earlier this year. Our deepest condolences to your family. R.I.P. Nerene .. you will be dearly missed.

We had so much fun on the set for 7 years. I cant believe she´s gone.

My kids and I watched Today's Special,loved it. Sorry for the loss of Jodi My kids have it taped on VHS for memories of the show. Keeping her family in my thoughts and prayers. Phyllis Lima Ohio USA

Thank you, Nerene, for your lifetime of work and service. You hold a special place in the hearts and memories of millions of kids who watched Today's Special. You will always be our Jodie.

Thank you, Norene. I grew up with alcoholic parents and you were my solace as a child in the 80s on TV. Thank you for your activism and being someone we can all aspire to be as human beings.

She was a wonderful childhood memory from watching Today Special. She was such a wonderful entertainer and made many children´s morning magical. God Bless her soul.