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Gene Shalit Passes Away at 100
Film critic Gene Shalit, known for his quirky puns and long tenure on the Today Show, passed away at the age of 100. His family confirmed he died peacefully after a life filled with memorable moments in television.
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Variety
Shalit, the bushy-haired mustachioed television personality who reviewed books and movies on “The Today Show” for 40 years, died Friday. His family told NBC News he “passed away peacefully today after 100 years of an amazing life.” Shalit appeared on NBC’s “The Today ShowR
2026-06-12 23:08 UTC
Variety
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2026-06-12 23:09 UTC
Deadline
Gene Shalit, the longtime film critic for Today show, known for his quirky puns and signature walrus mustache, has died. He was 100. His family tells NBC News in a statement, Shalit passed away peacefully today (Friday) after 100 years of an amazing life.” More to come…
2026-06-12 23:21 UTC