Dolores Hope Dies Aged 102: Hollywood Pays Tribute on Twitter
The death of Dolores Hope, widow of comedian Bob Hope, has spurred celebrity and fan reactions on Twitter.
Hope died aged 102 of natural causes while at her home in Toluca Lake Monday. The singer, philanthropist, and native New Yorker was married to her husband Bob for 69 years before his death in 2003. Bob Hope was 100-years-old when he died.
After suffering a stroke in 2008, Hope’s health had been in a gradual decline, and Hollywood has taken to Twitter to honor the late Mrs. Hope.
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Actor on “Will and Grace” Sean Hayes wrote on Twitter: “Delores Hope, wife of Bob Hope, passed away at 102. I can only hope to live a life that fulfilled. R.I.P.”
The Twitter account for Life Magazine wrote, “We are sad to say Delores Hope, Bob Hope’s widow, died at her Los Angeles home Monday.”
“Delores Hope was a good friend, supporter and role model. She was a devout Catholic whose services to the community and vast charitable contributions on behalf of young people will benefit generations to come,” wrote Michael Antonovich, the most senior-serving member of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.
“With Bob, she helped establish the Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage and played a strong supporting role in his many activities for our troops over the years,” continued Antonovich.
Cris Stevens, the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Christian Fellowship Director, wrote on his Twitter account: “Delores Hope- one of the classiest ladies I’ve ever met has died. She was a great friend of the LPGA and a woman of genuine faith.”
Twitter user Sher wrote, “RIP Delores Hope- she made a lot of sacrifices while Bob Hope entertained our troops throughout the years.”
Tim wrote, “Name another couple where both lived to be 100. Wow, rest in peace Delores Hope.”
Lucille Ball once said of late singer, “The smartest thing Bob Hope ever did was marry Delores.”
Hope leaves behind daughters Linda and Nora and a son Kelly. She will be buried alongside her husband in the San Fernando Mission Cemetery after a private funeral service for her family Friday.
