Farrah Fawcett Biography

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Farrah Fawcett died today after a long struggle with anal cancer. Fawcett was in the intensive care unit of a Los Angeles hospital, where she had been receiving treatment for more than two weeks.
Her loved ones, including longtime partner Ryan O'Neal, stayed by her side to say their final goodbyes. Farrah's friend and hairdresser of 18 years, Mela Murphy, as well as actress Alana Stewart were also present at her bedside.

In addition, a priest was called to the hospital to give last rites.
The death comes shortly after actor Ryan O'Neal announced his intentions to marry Fawcett before her passing.