So Twitter just exploded with the news that Nora Ephron, one of the most important females in cinematic history, is dead. This comes from writer and friend Liz Smith who completely buried the lead in an essay dedicated to her friendship with Ephron.
Basically the piece, which appeared on wowowow.com, was about the deep bond that Smith and Ephron shared. After 517 words, Smith writes: "I won't say 'Rest in peace, Nora' – I will just ask 'What the hell will we do without you?'
Does this mean that Ephron, genius and femine icon responsible for films like When Harry Met Sally and Sleepless In Seattle, (and more movies and books), has passed away? Reports are mixed. Nora's publisher Knopf tells the New York Times that Nora is still alive.
If this is true, and Ephron (who's 71) has passed, it may be the very famous person that I actually cry over. For many years screenwriting was considered a man's game, but Ephron proved that women can also create powerful and iconic movies.
Update (6:19 PM): Reputable news source Maria Elena Fernendez says on Twitter that Ephron has been battling cancer and won't make it through the night. Other sources say that Ephron has been battling leukemia for some time.
Final Update: It it with great sadness that we report that Nora Ephron has passed away at 71, due to an unspecified blood cancer.
On a personal note, Ephron was one of my heroes and a huge influence in my life. She will be sorely missed but will also inspire more women for many years to come.
Our prayers are with Ephron's friends and family during this time.
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