Ann Miller has left us. She succumbed to lung cancer today at the age of 81.

Most people think of her having a career mainly in musicals, but she did other interesting stuff, too. Like the wierd landlady in Mulholland Drive. And, one of my favourite old movies, Stage Door (with a very young Katherine Hepburn, Lucille Ball, and Ginger Rogers).

Years ago, I saw her when she toured with Mickey Rooney in the vaudeville tribute Sugar Babies. In person, I was really struck by what a vibrant, talented lady she is (was).

I would say, "Rest in Peace, Ann". But somehow, it doesn't seem that that would be her way. I suspect that wherever she is she's kicking up her heels. Ann, you will be missed...