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Wallis Annenberg
1939 - 2025
Wallis Annenberg
1939 - 2025
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BORN
1939
DIED
2025
Wallis Annenberg Obituary
As a leader of her family's Annenberg Foundation, she funded such notable projects as recovery from the January 2025 Southern California Wildfires, and a groundbreaking wildlife crossing over California's Ventura Freeway.
Annenberg is being remembered for donating billions of dollars to causes including the arts, animals, and healthcare.
By Legacy News Staff
(Image: Ben Horton/WireImage)
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J Hudson
August 21, 2025
She was a brilliant philanthropist who helped millions finally get healthcare. I thank her for helping my daughter get her life saving surgery. Our family will always be grateful and indebted to her.
Mr.Jr.
August 14, 2025
My condolences, to the family she really cared.
Janette O´Brien
August 10, 2025
I´m so sorry for your loss. I got healthcare because of her and I cannot thank her enough. She was so generous and kind, I will never forget her and her support. May she rest in eternal peace forever.
J Ehrenberg
August 7, 2025
A tremendous loss for the state of California. She forever changed lives with her commitment to healthcare and the arts. RIP Ms.Annenberg.
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Ama
August 3, 2025
I miss you always
Thomas Berbas
August 1, 2025
Wallis Annenberg´s vision and generosity have left an indelible mark on countless lives and communities. Her commitment to uplifting others and fostering positive change will continue to inspire for generations. Heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and all touched by her remarkable legacy.
Sincerely,
Thomas Berbas
Joel Knoblauch
July 30, 2025
' a thoughtful woman of vision and good and caring heart has passed from earth and left a legacy.
' love and condolences to the entire family
kirsten orcutt
July 29, 2025
Rip Wallis Annenberg Lila and I will miss you very much. Thank you for bringing Lila and I together. I´m glad you started Wallis annenberg petspace. I have a forever friend because you started it.
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