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Retro 50s 60s See other Retro 50s 60s Articles Title: Doris Day, in Rare Interview, Talks Turning 97, Her Animal Foundation and Rock Hudson: "I Miss Him" Doris Day, in Rare Interview, Talks Turning 97, Her Animal Foundation and Rock Hudson: "I Miss Him" Laurie Brookins 1 day ago The movie Pillow Talk, directed by Michael Gordon. (Photo by George Rinhart/Corbis via Getty Images) Doris Day has remained intensely private since retiring from acting: It’s been 30 years since she last appeared in public, accepting the Cecil B. DeMille award at the 1989 Golden Globes Awards, while her final television interview took place in 1994 with Leonard Maltin. That doesn’t deter Day’s fans, however, from gathering each year in late March in her hometown of Carmel, Calif., to take part in a three-day party commemorating the legendary actress’ birthday. The event doubles as a fundraiser for the Doris Day Animal Foundation, founded in 1978, and this year included a 60th-anniversary screening of Pillow Talk, in which Day famously co-starred with Rock Hudson, followed by a Q&A with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz. Occasionally, however, Day consents to interviews, aided by her longtime publicist, Charley Cullen Walters. As she turns 97 on Wednesday, the star known for her effervescent personality and a singing voice that music writer Walt Friedwald once called “a sound like bottled sunshine,” agreed to answer a few questions exclusively for The Hollywood Reporter. What are your plans for celebrating your 97th birthday on Wednesday? I have dear pals in from out of town, and we’ve been celebrating all week, reminiscing over lovely, quiet dinners at home. Do you have any favorite gifts you love to receive? If someone asks, “What should I get you?” what would you tell them? My wonderful fans always send me such thoughtful gifts. I cherish them, of course, but above all else, I’m so grateful for the donations to the Doris Day Animal Foundation. That is what I would love instead of gifts! What do you think about the group that gathers in Carmel every year for a four-day fundraiser to celebrate your birthday? I’m floored that so many fans come to Carmel every year to celebrate my birthday and help raise money for the animals. The group seems to be growing every year, and I’m touched by the outpouring of love, and grateful for their support. How do you continue to stay involved with the Doris Day Animal Foundation, and what should people know about the work done by this organization? I started my animal foundation in 1978, when more than 17 million homeless pets were being euthanized every year, and spaying and neutering was practically unheard of. Animal-welfare awareness has improved tremendously over the last four decades, and euthanasia rates are down to approximately 2.5 million, but there is still much work to be done. DDAF’s grants support nonprofit organizations and programs across the country that directly help animals and the people who love them. Poster Comment: Nice picture of Doris at source. Post Comment Private Reply Ignore Thread
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