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Oh man . . . sad, weird news. As I’m sure you’ve heard by now, Anna Nicole Smith passed away today. And I’m sure everyone in the world will have an opinion on how and why she died so young.

She worked with PETA on a lot of campaigns over the years, and as strange as it may sound, I always thought she was an absolute perfect fit for us, because just like PETA, you couldn’t ignore her and, love her or hate her, everyone had an opinion. What you see is what you get—I loved that about her.

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I always got a kick out of the stories from my friend Michael, who worked with Anna Nicole on all of her PETA projects, and thinking back on it now, she really did a lot for PETA and for animals all over the world.

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She spoke out against Iams for its cruel animal tests, spoke up for baby seals in Canada, and gave fur-wearing celebrities an earful, but in my mind her crowning achievement was this amazing anti-fur ad.

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After being exposed to animal rights over the years, Anna Nicole even became a vegetarian, and was nominated for the 2006 World’s Sexiest Vegetarian, and looking at her ad you can certainly see why.

It's a tragedy when anyone passes away before their time, but with Anna Nicole, the animals have lost a true sympathiser, and PETA has lost a good friend. We’ll miss you, Anna.



Comments


I miss her already, RIP.

Posted by: Sonny Dhoot | February 8, 2007 06:26 PM

I miss her so much..i'm crying right now. It's tough to lose someone who has done so much-especially with PETA.

Posted by: Taylor | February 8, 2007 07:20 PM

I was saddened to hear of Anna Nicole's passing. WIthout celebrities like Anna and Pamela Anderson to help the cause of protecting animals, we would have a much more difficult job getting out the message. Anna Nicole cared deeply about animals, and donated her time to a worthy cause. She will be missesd by all of us at PETA . I hope her family and friends have solace in the good work she did for animals rights.

Posted by: MJ Smyth | February 8, 2007 10:19 PM

her "what you see is what you get" posture, her uniqueness, her genuinity and dedication toward animal protection will be missed... it is so sad :-(

Posted by: Rachel Siqueira | February 8, 2007 10:47 PM

It is unfortunate the death of another lost HOLLYWOOD soul. She left an impression on everyone in her path. Peta has also lost a powerful voice.
Tragic & prolific all at once.
GOD BLESS

Posted by: Kimberley | February 8, 2007 11:30 PM

Thanks so much for the information about Anna Nicole Smith's efforts against fur. That is truly inspiring, and I hope other celebrities will carry on her work.

Posted by: Lizzie | February 8, 2007 11:34 PM

I never knew that Anna did all this for Peta.
RIP gorgeous.

Posted by: JENNIFER | February 9, 2007 12:35 AM

Too true, PETA has lost an excellent spokesperson. Sad news all around.

Posted by: WH | February 9, 2007 12:48 AM

goodbye Anne Nicole :(

Posted by: hc | February 9, 2007 04:19 AM

I truly hope other celebrities will pick up where she left off.

Posted by: Cindy | February 9, 2007 09:16 AM

why only the good go so sorry for her little baby she leaves behind. Why cant they take the evil people away that torture animals go and look after your son now rest in peace.

Posted by: chris | February 9, 2007 09:26 AM

I just can't believe that Smith died so young. I really feel bad for her daughter. I hope the blonde guy is really the father though because she looks just like him. Well about PETA. I hope other people will pick up where she had left off.
RIP Anna Nicole Smith

Posted by: Vincent | February 9, 2007 09:31 AM

It is very sad that anna died so young. i hope her family and especally her daughter can get through this I send all my love and support R.I.P

Posted by: SARAH | February 9, 2007 09:32 AM

We've lost a kind soul, haven't we? Sad for the animals, her dogs, her baby and those who truly loved her. Peace.

Posted by: Erin | February 9, 2007 09:51 AM

Es muy lamentable... shocking news. It is also very sad that media does not mention all she did for animals.
Ana Maria Aguayo - Chile.

Posted by: Ana Maria Aguayo | February 9, 2007 10:03 AM

when i heard she died it shocked me and now ill miss her she was an excellent spokesperson rip

Posted by: audie | February 9, 2007 10:11 AM

God this is so sad. But it sucks how the media is just all "she was on drugs bla bla bla she was a bad person bla bla" and nobody friggin mentions what a GOOD person she was and all that she did to help animals. I hope that another celebrity can carry on her work for animals. in fact i hope i get famous so i can help like she did.
rip anna nicole
miss u already

Posted by: Lindsay | February 9, 2007 11:13 AM

So very sad and I was also unaware of all she did for PETA and animal rights. Bless her soul. I think she lived the last part of her life as a pawn much like many animals in entertainment. She was profiting others greed. RIP Anna and Danny

Posted by: Theresa Goble | February 9, 2007 11:49 AM

It is a tragedy especially at this woman's young age of 39! This beautiful woman and her work she had done with PETA will be remembered forever....RIP

Posted by: alexandra | February 9, 2007 11:50 AM

I LOVED Anna. Im bawling.... such a tragic loss. RIP beautiful Lady.....

Posted by: kimelephant | February 9, 2007 11:53 AM

man i seriously cannot bel;ieve that she died. it was great that she was a peta supporter. and when i heard the news i almost cried. she was a great person. rip

Posted by: rip anna nicole smith | February 9, 2007 12:26 PM

im so sad i cannot even put it into words
we`ll miss you anna!!!

RIP darling

Posted by: Gaia | February 9, 2007 12:48 PM

Anna Nicole - you will be very much missed. I never get emotional when a "movie star" passes, but this time I almost cried!

Posted by: Crystal | February 9, 2007 12:57 PM

Dude...I hella miss her....it's a strange world

Posted by: Kaylie | February 9, 2007 01:30 PM

Anna Nicole Smith is up in heaven with her son and i hope from the bottom of my heart that her daughter will grow to a caring woman just like her mom
RIP A.N.S

Posted by: marta | February 9, 2007 02:52 PM

Does anyone know what kind of doggies Anna had?

I'm getting a solid white shih tzu next week and i want to name her Anna ........

Be well Anna i hope you are at peace now. You will be missed By all of your human and furry friends

Posted by: MzGirlieGrrl | February 9, 2007 02:54 PM

It is so sad that PETA lost someone who has done so much. I was shocked to hear she died.

Posted by: Jessica Johnson | February 9, 2007 03:16 PM

Anna,
Thank you so much for supporting PETA!
That makes you shine even more in my eyes.

Posted by: Jamie Fox | February 9, 2007 03:32 PM

What an angel she was, all the best people have to die it's a tragedy. People should follow in her footsteps and I hope her children grow up to be animal lovers like their mother. RIP Beautiful

Posted by: Dean | February 9, 2007 04:08 PM

With all the shite she had to put up with from the scum media and others, she took the time to stand up for those who cannot.
I really wish some fur bitch like jay-lo, beyonce, jodie fosta etc died instead.
The world is worse off now.
RIP Anna.

Posted by: Gummy | February 9, 2007 04:43 PM

You know I was always interested in Anna Nicole, for some reason I just thought she put up with a lot of heart ache in her life. When I heard this morning she died I did shed a tear, I would not have done that for anyone else. When I read this web-site I was did not know she did a lot of work for PETA. I know have shed a lot of tears. Regardless of any negative things people has said about this beautiful person she should be respected for the brilliant work she has done. I just had a feeling that she had a very good heart and now I know for sure that she does.
I hope you rest in peace in Heaven out of this cruel horrible world.

Posted by: Jennifer Fisher | February 9, 2007 05:47 PM

I feel very bad for Anna Nicole and baby. I really liked Anna. I hope she will be happy and at peace \, now. I hope her baby will have a good home and taken care of, and I hope her 3 dogs will be taken good care of.

Posted by: dolores | February 9, 2007 05:48 PM

its too bad such a sweet person had to leave us..she did alot for the animal world..she will be greatly missed

Posted by: Desiree | February 9, 2007 06:09 PM

She seemed like an amazing person. When I found out she did these ads I liked her even more. You can tell how much she loved animals...

Amazing soul rest in peace...

Posted by: Lauren | February 9, 2007 06:23 PM

am so sad that a beautiful and caring person would be gone so soon. She is amazing and will always be remembered.

Posted by: Dina | February 9, 2007 06:24 PM

I miss her too, she was funny on television, she always seemed happy and content, but watching the news with her son's death and all the poking fun of her, she's a human being! i miss her also and I hope she's resting in peace with her son, in heaven

i miss you ans =(

Posted by: jerome e. | February 9, 2007 07:49 PM

This is so tragic. She will be missed very much. It seems she has had so much pain in her life, especially recently. Her strong, vivacious spirit will live on. Rest In Peace Anna.

Posted by: K | February 9, 2007 09:27 PM

What a tragic loss! Such a sad, beautiful & exploited lady! ...How amazing that she had the kind & generous spirit to choose to work her glorious assets to make a statement on behalf of those who cannot speak for themselves! Thank you PETA for honouring her.

Posted by: Merya | February 9, 2007 09:55 PM

may she rip.

Posted by: erin | February 9, 2007 11:39 PM

I wonder who will care for Anna's dogs now. Does anyone at PETA have any information about that?

Posted by: Robin R. | February 9, 2007 11:43 PM

Anna Nicole and her work for the animals will be remembered, i am so sorry for what happened to her.

Posted by: VeganCindy | February 10, 2007 12:36 AM

Women like Anna Nicole and Pamela Anderson are all too easily criticized by those who make a living from cruelty to animals. However, they have (had)such a great, "in your face" style that they could never be overlooked, and those of us without that "clout" salute them. I hope Anna Nicole finds peace.
Nicky. Australis

Posted by: Nicky | February 10, 2007 02:08 AM

RIP...... :(

Posted by: le | February 10, 2007 05:37 AM

She died a broken heart when her beloved son died. I have never felt that kind of pain. She was a very caring and kind person. She will be sadly miss.

Posted by: Yolanda | February 10, 2007 06:32 AM

Omg i am so sad i cant belive it could happen to such a good animals free person... SAVE THE ANIMALS AND REST IN PEACE

Posted by: anthony | February 10, 2007 12:53 PM

Goodbye Viki Lyynn
Though I never knew you at all
You had courage to laugh at yourself
While those around you crawled
They'er crawling out of the woodwork
And they'er tarnishing your name
they put you on a diet pill
And took away your son.

And it seems to me you lived your life
Like a candle in the wind
Never knowing who to turn to
When the storm set in.
I would've like to Warn you
but who'd get thru to that door .


Your candle burned out long before
Your legend ever will.


Loneliness was tough
The toughest role you ever played
Playboy created a superstar
And fame was the price you paid
Even when you cried
Oh the press still hounded you
All the papers had to say
Was that Anna was on drugs

Goodbye Viki Lynn
from some one in the crowd.
Who sees you as something as more than
a Playmate of the year.
More than just our Anna Nicole

Posted by: Dani | February 10, 2007 01:05 PM

RIP...Anna Nicole Smith. you will be missed.

Posted by: Kamron | February 10, 2007 02:36 PM

This is very sad new's.The Animal kingdom has lost another voice,so soon after Steve Irwin.
RIP Anna,may you find the peace you so despratley searched for.

Posted by: Gabby | February 10, 2007 07:14 PM

So sad, I heard lots of negative things about her. Only after she died I read that she was vegetarian and spoke up for animal rights.
It's sad when someone dies needlessly before they reach old age, especially when they speak up for good causes. I hope that her daughter will be well looked after.

Posted by: Anne Griffin | February 10, 2007 07:40 PM

its very sad how she died, she probaly felt dead already inside after losing her son. she did great for peta. im sure in Heaven she is still looking out for all the animals. bless her soul

Posted by: carolyn | February 10, 2007 08:24 PM

Anna Nicole was a vivid, passionate woman and it's so wonderful that her heart was as big as was her fame.
I have noticed that she never looked as alive or as lovely as she did in the animal protective ads she did for Peta. That is a legacy to be proud of.
May she rest in peace and keep loving all the animals she helped to save in heaven!
Ocean

Posted by: Ocean | February 10, 2007 11:27 PM

RIP Anna xxx

Posted by: nicola | February 11, 2007 08:39 AM

I'M SO VERY SAD ABOUT ANNA NICOLE SMITH DEATH. I HAD MEET HER IN NEW YORK A FEW YEARS AGO. SHE WAS SO NICE TO ME. SHE TOOK A PICTURE WITH ME. I HAVE BEEN WATCHING THE NEWS EVERY DAY SINCE HER DEATH. I WISH THE MEDIA WOULD LEAVE HER FAMILY ALONE AND LET THEM HAVE THERE PEACE WITH HER DEATH. MY HEART GOES OUT TO HOWARD AND HER BABY GIRL. I ALWAYS THOUGHT THAT SHE WAS SO BEAUTIFUL INSIDE ADN OUT.
ANNA YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.
YOU WILL BE MISSED

Posted by: TARA LEIGH | February 11, 2007 09:19 AM

Anna was and is a beautiful, wonderful person who has had so many terrible things happen to her for so long. She did a lot of wonderful things for PETA. I was just facsinated by her and her strength with dealing with Hollywood. I cannot imagine what her life was like. I am upset by her untimely death and hope she can find peace now.

Posted by: Lena | February 11, 2007 10:37 AM

The animals lost one of their best friends...

Posted by: janet | February 11, 2007 10:42 AM

I never knew that Anna did this much for the animals. It's sad how the media hasn't said anything about her work with animals.RIP Anna and Danny

Posted by: Sharasa | February 11, 2007 04:13 PM

Anna Nicole Smith é um exemplo de pessoa!linda e protetora dos animais!!!!
descance em paz, Anna!!!!!

Posted by: an@-p | February 11, 2007 04:21 PM

goodbye Anna ;(

Perhaps in paradise, you will be with poor animals killed by humans...
you were a good person, i miss you.

Posted by: cat from France | February 11, 2007 05:19 PM

this is just beautiful. lets just thank god he put such amazing people on the earth to help spread peace, but such a shame some people use their powers for bad, towards animals.

Posted by: anna | February 11, 2007 06:42 PM

Is very sad for us lost one friend of animals...

Posted by: Joao | February 11, 2007 08:11 PM

Sad about Anna's passing. Let's recruit Mary J. Blige now and get her to stop wearing fur and to love animals! May Anna be her inspiration!

Posted by: anne | February 11, 2007 09:09 PM

Of course everybody has there opinion... and yes she had alot of problems in her life that she just couldn't seem to figure out or work and cope with. Needless to say, even though things didn't alays go good for her, she did what she could to help out others, including PETA! she had a deep passion for animals and was very compassionate for them. Maybe she was a little mixed up, but some of us go through hard times and don't know what to do. It was her time to go, but i pray she rests in peace. she did a WHOLE lot for animals even when under stress, and still took the time to participate in helping and doing all she could. RIP Anna.
God bless,
Courtney Robinson

Posted by: Courtney | February 11, 2007 11:39 PM

I really looked up to Anna Nicole as an icon. And as an animal lover myself I respect her a great deal for her work with Peta, and also for the many struggles she overcame in her personal life. I pray she can now rest in peace with her son Daniel, who she loved so much.

Posted by: Christie | February 12, 2007 01:20 AM

Anna Nicole, you were proof that vegetarians are the sexiest people around. I am proud to be a part of PETA, totally Vegan and proud to be the minority in my life style choices which include creative cooking, staying fit at the gym, while still being stylish and fashionable, fur/leather free! When people ask me what I eat, I tell them "everything," as long as it didn't heave a face, heartbeat, or feathers! Thanks for being a spokesperson for the rest of us! RIP Anna. Gigi

Posted by: gigi | February 12, 2007 01:42 AM

Like lots of others, I didnt know that Anna Nicole did so much for Animal Rights. Of course, the News only reports bad and sordid things about celebrities but at least now we are learning the good things about her. How sad it is that she is gone, lets hope that others will carry on the good work on her behalf. I hope she has at last found the peace she never had on earth, she deserves it.

Posted by: Paula | February 12, 2007 06:29 AM

R.I.P and goodbye Anna Nicole Smith.

Posted by: Eveliina from Finland | February 12, 2007 08:14 AM

Je viens d'apprendre qu'ANNA NICOLE était membre de la PETA, c'est d'autant plus regrettable de perdre une telle personnalité

Posted by: HENRY | February 12, 2007 09:33 AM

I am still so sad over the death of Anna Nicole..Looking at her in the Ads she did for Peta,Shows what a beautiful Woman she was.I will always remember how she loved her little doggies on her show.Gosh, I never met her but feel so sad. AND her poor little baby girl, I hope someone will do something to make sure she gets in a safe home. I am glad Anna is not suffering any longer, the death of her son was more than she could bare..Bye Anna

Posted by: Judy | February 12, 2007 04:08 PM

I was shocked and I cried when I learn the very sad new of the death of Anna Nicole.
She was so beautiful and loved animals so much. We miss her very much. I hope she is in paradise with her son and all the animals she helped to save. I pray for you Anna. With love, from my heart.

Posted by: Vincent | February 12, 2007 04:58 PM

We have lost a really good person with a huge heart. In some ways she was like a little defenseless animal herself and that's what made her so loved.

Posted by: Mary | February 12, 2007 05:06 PM

One of my favorite quotes states: "The purity of a person's heart can be quickly measured by how they regard animals" ... I believe Anna Nicole had a huge heart and was often misunderstood. I respect her and all she stood for. She will be greatly missed.

Posted by: Amy | February 12, 2007 11:56 PM

Anna is being trashed in the media, such a shame that more sites like this are not showing her very lovable,and positive actions, which if it saved one animal from abuse or death, it made her entire life much more valuable than than she is getting credit for. But Anna dealt with this all her life. Always entitled to much more, always getting close to perfection then slammed with defeat and critisisim. People and media can trash her, but the feeling of utter saddness for her that most people feel comes from her ability to endear you to her. Dear Anna, may you rest in Peace, and with your precious son Daniel.God will

Posted by: MERRY | February 13, 2007 01:37 AM

I didn't either know that Anna Nicole had done work with PETA. That definitely changes my overall impression of her.

Posted by: Andrea | February 13, 2007 01:51 AM

lam so sad about the little girl.i hope God will takecare.i pray her.

Posted by: rachel | February 13, 2007 01:59 AM

I was a personal friend of Anna's. I have to speak to the media soon. If there is any picture selling/buying I am donating the money to Peta in her name. She would of liked that. xo-S

Posted by: Sandra Serrano | February 13, 2007 03:07 AM

I am still in shock over Annas passing. She was a wonderful bright woman.I wish people would let her rest in peace. We love you Anna

Posted by: KeriAnne Rolf | February 13, 2007 08:10 AM

ANNA I WAS AND STILL AM ONE OF YOUR BIGGEST FAN'S. I AM PRAYING FOR YOUR BABY GIRL.. WE MISS YOU SO MUCH =(

Posted by: LINDA | February 13, 2007 01:57 PM

She was often judged and penalized for being her beautiful, flamboyant self. I always knew about her work for animals and I knew that behind that glamorous image was a warm heart, willing to speak for those you cannot speak for themselves. I, together with the anaimals, will miss her. We need more celebrities like her standing up for the animals. I hope her beautiful pets will be well taken care of.

Posted by: Marce | February 13, 2007 02:59 PM

we all miss you!!!!!

you are loved!

R.I.P.Anna nicole!!!!

Posted by: madisen | February 13, 2007 03:37 PM

we all miss you!!!!!

you are loved!

R.I.P.Anna nicole!!!!

Posted by: madisen | February 13, 2007 03:38 PM

I remeber Anna Nicole Smith from Naked Gun 33 1/3. I loved her in that movie. Unfortunately, after that the only way to keep up with her was the tabloids. Then after Her show came out, and no matter what I could not quit watching her show. She was a wonderful person, I could tell from how much she loved her son. I think she died of a broken heart. I had a family memeber who died of a broken heart, and it does really happen. Her son was her life. How many Hollywood stars would have their children with them 24 hours a day seven days a week. Not many, they use their kids for money. Anna wanted her son with her for love. She will be greatly missed. RIP My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your kids. I love you anna!
Michelle

Posted by: Michelle | February 14, 2007 02:11 PM

I didn't personally met Nicole but she left a deep space in my heart....I hope that God forgives her for what ever she did in this world and lets her be up in heaven with him so she can take care of her baby. Now that baby it's alone because people around her just want her for what she might represent not because she is a baby withouth her mother; shame on them. I'll pray for that little angel to be safe and to be with people that love and take care of her just like her mother would.

Posted by: Liss | February 14, 2007 05:35 PM

I didn't personally met Nicole but she left a deep space in my heart....I hope that God forgives her for what ever she did in this world and lets her be up in heaven with him so she can take care of her baby. Now that baby it's alone because people around her just want her for what she might represent not because she is a baby withouth her mother; shame on them. I'll pray for that little angel to be safe and to be with people that love and take care of her just like her mother would.

Posted by: Liss | February 14, 2007 05:37 PM

I was in tears as well
the day I saw her crying on TV as she was saying, "Why didn't God take me instead of Daniel; he's only 20 years old." I felt her painful loss, and I said to my daughter, "Oh, she is going to die soon. Her heart is so broken; she will not live much longer. Just mark my word! I just hope that she will have the strength and will to live for the sake of her baby because that baby needs her.


Anyway, I wish that the media will post on TV side-by-side pictures of Danielynn and the potential fathers so that the public can see the similarities. So far, I think the baby resembles Howard Stern.

And my final thoughts about Anna Nicole are that she was
a loving parent, created a respectful and an"A" Student with her son Daniel, she fulfilled her childhood fantasy, and lastly, she was charismatic and beautiful and this is just the way I will always remember her.

Goodbye Anna Nicole and may
your soul rest in peace now with Daniel, and the guardian angels will protect your daughter.

Posted by: Rose Dixon | February 14, 2007 05:59 PM

I loved Anna for what she did for animals. She was a genuinely caring person. It makes sense to me that many in hollywood showed no respect. They are not made of the same fabric as Anna was, and many people were jealous of her looks and her possible wealth. Such a shame when she did more for society then so many who scorned her. No one has scorned the fact that a much older man married her, only the other way around. She deserves her inheritance as any wife would. She supported her son always. She loved him. I would like to see more of the scorners love their children in the same way as she did.

Anna you entertained me, your beauty was stunning, your determination and strength were admirable. May you rest in peace with your son.

Posted by: Helen | February 15, 2007 03:14 PM

What a tragic loss. She was a beautiful woman and a loving mother. Her so called mother needs to crawl back under the rock she came from. If she truly cared for her daughter she'd let Howard bury her next to her beloved son, Daniel.

Posted by: Sierra | February 15, 2007 04:04 PM

I think it is so sad that, that little girl will grow up without her mom..
as for her mother let her rest with her son step outside yourself and think what she would want, i mean her daughter name say it ALL.

Posted by: Annab | February 15, 2007 05:24 PM

Truly sad, that all these vultures don't stop tarnishing her...Love you anna miss you, all you did was what felt right and make other people very rich...rest and enjoy your eternal happiness without the nuts here..rip anna and daniel

Posted by: sally | February 15, 2007 05:42 PM

anna was truly a good but used lady dam those to hell that gave her drugs

Posted by: joe szabo | February 15, 2007 05:58 PM

I saw Anna Nicole Smith @ Kentucky Derby.
I believe it was in 2004.
What a beutiful woman.
I hope the court will do her
justice and get her inbombed
as soon as possible so she can have a nice burial.
Rest In Peace , Anna
Love You,
John

Posted by: John Salierno | February 15, 2007 06:31 PM

I myself believe that anna died of a BROKEN HEART,with everything that she was going through in life,the court issues with her money,being in the public eye, constantly dealing with people and ultimately the death of her son Daniel. I'm a mother of 2 beautiful boys, one 5yrs.and one 4 months, I couldn't imagine ever losing either one of them,I myself knowing that life is tough would probably want to give up too. Anna was a free spirited,beautiful and spoke her mind kind of person, definately a one of a kind. As they say, Only the good die young. She definately was a good person knowing that she spoke up for the other animals on this planet. U will be missed,oxoxoxoxoxox's, see u in the next life or where ever we go.

Posted by: shaina | February 15, 2007 06:48 PM

i have watched the media coverage about Anna Nicole's death. I am very saddened that the media and the people who have started coming out of what seems to be the woodwork dont talk about the wonderful things Anna did. She had a true and deep love for animals. She donated her own time to help this cause and in my book at least anyone who has such a deep love and concern for helpless little creatures has to be an awesome person with a good and sweet heart. Anna they never allowed you to live your life in peace now it is my prayer they finally allow you to rest in peace and in God's arms. You left an angel I know you and Daniel will always watch over her from Heaven. God Bless your soul sweet Anna Nicole. We will love and miss you always.
Thank you for your work in PETA you will never be forgotten sweet lady.

Posted by: Rhonda | February 16, 2007 04:13 PM

It's difficult to compare Anna with Marilyn Monroe, but The Monroe was an animal rights person before there was even a name for it. She used to go for walks around Manhattan and buy baby pigeons from people who had stolen them from their nests to sell to restaurants. She did this quietly. There is a story written about her by Arthur Miller entitled "Please Don't Kill Anything".

Anyway, Anna, rest now. We loved your beauty, intensity and gentleness. We've lost a great lady.

Gracie

Posted by: Gracie | February 16, 2007 04:27 PM

May she rest in peace. To
help animals as she did
proves that she was kind
and compassionate.

Posted by: Jane | February 16, 2007 11:36 PM

Everyone should let her rest in peace. Her death was a tragedy! She has been so beneficial in our fight for animal rights... the world should appreciate her and not attack her!

Posted by: Kristin | February 17, 2007 12:17 AM

IT IS SO SAD TO HEAR OF YOUR DEATH ANNA.THANK YOU FOR CARING FOR THE ANIMALS. WHY,WHY,WHY MUST IT ALWAYS BE THE CARING AND LOVELY PEOPLE WHO ARE TAKEN. YOUR STAR WILL SHINE BRIGHLTY UP IN HEAVEN.THE ANIMALS WILL MISS YOU ANNA AND SO DO I. GOD BLESS YOU!

Posted by: SUZANNE,SKIPTON,ENGLAND. | February 17, 2007 08:08 AM

RIP Anna Nicole. You will be greatly missed. God Bless to Howard and Dannylynn. Hope you RIP next to your son, where you belong. The world will never be the same.

Posted by: Kimberly Rowe | February 17, 2007 03:28 PM

thank you so much for all you have done for animals. I pray you now are at peace with your beloved daniel. from heaven, look down and watch over animals especially those who are abused and being experimented on. pray that this stops. may you rest in peace beautiful lady

Posted by: linda g | February 18, 2007 10:46 AM

I think that Anna Nicole was one of the most beautiful women ever, she never gave up, and she always held her head high, we didn't live her life or fight her demons, and I am proud that she represented PETA. She will be greatly missed, and maybe her beauty and spirit will live on in her baby girl

Posted by: Tia Emerson | February 18, 2007 06:50 PM

I think that it is sad and sick for people to trash this woman. They are just jealous.She came from a nobody to a big somebody, and people don't like it. They just never had what she did.She was becoming who she was before she ever met Mr.Rich...

Posted by: Kim Delaune | February 18, 2007 11:53 PM

I wish someone on CNN or any media outlet would do a segment on all the wonderful things Anna did for PETA & other organizations. She was such a beautiful person, inside & out & no one wants to talk about that aspect of her short life. She will be remembered forever by her PETA friends!
May she R.I.P.
Loved & missed, ElisaBeth

Posted by: ElisaBeth | February 19, 2007 05:31 PM

poor anna nicole all the stress.of loosing her son and everything else .i think if people left her alone .she might be alive to day with her baby girl.

Posted by: toniann | February 20, 2007 09:40 AM

May she rest in Peace...She
was a kind,and caring soul
and deserved better.
She helped promote love for
animals and now she deserves
all the love and prayers
from us.

Posted by: Jane | February 20, 2007 01:40 PM

We Love You Anna...

Posted by: Tracy | February 20, 2007 05:38 PM

Thank-you Anna. It takes a special person with a caring heart to have helped all those suffering animals out there. You will never be forgotten by any of us!. Sleep peacefully, God bless.

Posted by: Suzie Holmes. Teeside, England | February 20, 2007 10:25 PM

.R.I.P. Such a loss of life you shall always be remembered

Posted by: stacey | February 21, 2007 10:03 AM

SHE WAS SO BEAUTIFUL... YOU HEAR THAT SO MUCH BUT IT'S THE TRUTH. GOD DOES HAVE A REASON FOR EVERYTHING, SO I THINK HE CALLED HER BECAUSE IT WAS HER TIME
GOD BLESS YOU ANNA NICOLE
YOU WILL BE MISSED

Posted by: KATIE LYNN | February 21, 2007 12:40 PM

I had heard of anna nicole but i never followed her work i started paying some attention when she died and was all over the television from what i seen here today she did some good works you know how we have a tendency to focous on the bad well lets tell the good

Posted by: stevie | February 22, 2007 02:53 PM

I always liked Anna Nicole and now I feel even more sad after finding out that she was a PETA supporter and a vegetarian. I can't believe I did not know this before! I don't think many people knew. I am glad that she will be placed next to her son who she clearly loved.

Posted by: Kimberly Heseltine | February 22, 2007 10:52 PM

im very sad that she died she was such a good person well lata

Posted by: jenci meaux | February 23, 2007 12:41 PM

ANNA NICOLE! You are such a beautiful person inside and out! I loved you and will miss you dearly! I know you are in the arms of an angel today and always and that gives me peace. Selfishness makes me sad that you are gone from here. Your spirit and vivaciousness will live on! Rest in Peace Alas!
Your Biggest Fan!
Tracey

Posted by: Tracey | February 23, 2007 05:13 PM

It's unfair that it takes dying for somebody's fundamental beauty to shine through. In life, Anna Nicole was commonly viewed as embarassing, dimwitted, and deeply troubled. "legitimate" people always act as though they are indulging in a guilty pleasure when merely mentioning her name. Even the story above is loaded with mixed feelings. But, in death, it really comes through what an angel she was. No matter what hyped-up, artificial, greedy Hollywood machine she was caught up in in life, there was still an obvious presence of a small town, good natured, love longing, Texas girl there. I have no doubt her commitment to PETA was genuine and, as consolation, she is now freed from the slimier, more vapid side of life she was often depicted as representing. Love you Anna.

Posted by: Thomas | February 23, 2007 10:09 PM

My family feels so sorry for Anna Nicole Smith's baby & long-time partner,
Howard K. Stern - that poor woman can't even die in peace & with just a tiny bit of dignity...we miss her & hope that she's happy with Daniel now. We also hope that all this legal mumbo-jumbo can be straightened out quickly & that Howard or who ever is that beautiful baby's father can take care of her privately & in peace without all the media circus surrounding that baby. Good luck & God Bless You! We love & miss you Anna!

Posted by: Meg | February 24, 2007 09:46 PM

It is sad that ANS died, when my grandma told me that she had passed away i was shocked. it didnt seem fair, cuz she was so young and her baby has to grow up with out her mother. Its like all these people started coming out saying they are the father all of a sudden. Do these people just want the money that the baby might get?
and whats with her mom? it was so obvious that she wasnt close to her and now all of a sudden her mom is all heartbroken and is trying to act like she cares. I dont think anyone is really looking out for the babys best interest. shes probably missing her mom like crazy and doesnt understand why shes gone poor kid. so people just need to get on with it and bury her beside her son already and to make everyone cork it do the dna tests and be done with it.
I hope she is in peace now and with her beloved son. and let her rest in piece. seems like she cant ever get that alive or death.

Posted by: trina | February 24, 2007 11:37 PM

Anna, you were the "Marilyn" of our time! Thanks forever for loving and speaking out for animals! U R missed greatly. :(

Posted by: Noelle | February 25, 2007 07:11 AM

I still can not believe anna nicole passed. i do hope someone comes out with a dvd on her anna nicole show. She just didnt care what people thought and lived her life. I think she had alot more love in her heart then people gave her credit for. miss you anna

Posted by: teri | February 26, 2007 02:20 AM

GOOD BYE BIG YELLOW ROSE OF TEXAS Why does this sort of tragedy happen ?I miss her already , her strong being, her aura ,just everything, I wonder how much her 3 dogs are missing her are they ok and will they be taken care of with love as she loved them? 2 people gone so fast so young
such a shame and sad loss .RIP ANNA AND DANIEL and a prayer for all animals everywhere... ........

Posted by: Indranimalover | February 26, 2007 08:10 AM

We will miss you Vicky. I hope that you are with
Danny, Rest in Peace. We will continue your work, protecting the aninals, and from afar we will watch over your Baby Daughter.
Shalom

Posted by: Nikky | February 26, 2007 09:56 PM

I wish I could have met & known you Anna. I see alot of myself in you & understand alot of what you felt.
Bless you for all of the love & care you had for animals, another similarity I too share. You had the courage to get up & DO things.
I miss your spirit here. I pray for your daughter. I mourn the loss of you in this world.
You were a beauty in every sense. I love you.
Susan Smith

Posted by: Susan Smith | March 1, 2007 12:35 AM

I was saddened to hear the news of Anna Nicole Smith's passing. I just saw that she was active in the protection of animals. I, being a dog owner can understand her devotion to this cause. May you and Daniel rest in peace together now. Thank you for not being afraid to be yourself on this earth. You will always be remembered. You made a statement to all.
Linda S. - Richmond, VA

Posted by: Linda | March 1, 2007 10:53 AM

I just read about Anna Nicole and all her contributions to PETA. Anna had the ability to inspire anyone unconditionally. When I see Anna with her her son her smile beamed like a ray of sun and her eyes glowed with happiness. May she rest in peace along side her son and hope that whoever gets custody of her beautiful daughter will speak fondly of Anna and how lucky that little girl was to have had such a beautiful mom. Regards to all the organizations that Anna was involved in as they will all miss her. And to her family accept Anna for who she was and not for what you want. Accept her in your heart and pray that at last she is resting.

Posted by: Alice Golibart | March 1, 2007 01:24 PM

"My Jesus, though we are accused daily of being fools, let the vision of Quiet Dignity standing before Monstrous Injustice, give us all the courage to be your followers," May you rest in peace, dear Anna. We have truly come to love you...

Posted by: marie Parker | March 1, 2007 02:58 PM

What happened to sugar pie.

Posted by: shelby shelton | March 1, 2007 11:34 PM

Sometimes we laugh
Sometimes we cry
Sometimes we sit and wonder why
Your light shown down
Upon those who cared
Now don't tell me who dares!
To call you names
To say your drugged
Isn't that rather smug??
Beauty is as beauty does
So lets look at what was
Anna you shine in my heart
and forever light the dark!

God bless you Vicky Lynn may you and Daniel dance in the heavens forever together!

Posted by: elisa | March 2, 2007 01:24 AM

I have 2 dogs and they are
my family. I just learned
that Anna did so much for
animals as much as she loved
her 2 beautiful children
and loved life itself. She
truly juggled life in many
directions and did whatever
it took to support her son
Daniel without help from
her x-huband(Daniel's Father)
May she rest in peace.

Posted by: Marita | March 2, 2007 05:20 PM

REST IN PEACE MY DARLING ANNA U HAVE TOUCHED THE WORLD IN MORE WAYS THAN U THINK U WERE A BLESSING IN DISGUISE AND ARE TRULY MISSED I AM SADENED BY THE4 TRAGEDIES U HAVE HAD TO SUFFER THREW RECENTLY AND I AM GRIEFSTRICKEN ABOUT UR DEATH MY HOPES AND PRAYERS ARE WITH UR DAUGHTER AND I HOPE U BRING AS MUCH JOY TO THE ANGELS THAT U HAD BROUGHT TO US THANK U ANNA NICOLE I MISS U I LOVE U AND U WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN

Posted by: Joshua Webster | March 2, 2007 05:37 PM

RIP ANNA LOVE U

Posted by: phelicia | March 4, 2007 12:40 AM

Anna I love you & miss you!
there's a whole in my heart,
my days are grey,no more sunshine to brighten my day, there's a void that feels the room Your the world to me Anna. Your with Daniel forever more may you always be happy.
Tonya

Posted by: Tonya | March 7, 2007 10:09 AM

anna nicole we all miss you know you are at home with your son danny. i know he is happy to see his mom but we are going to miss you to i am happy that a dna test was done and larry birkhead is the dad. and she look just like him and know he has a baby that is a part of you.anna you was sick if you would have went to the doctor you would have stii been her with use we miss you so much dannielynn need you.

Posted by: christal M | March 8, 2007 05:04 PM

rip anna we miss you. christal

Posted by: christal M | March 8, 2007 05:13 PM

Its so sad that the public only hears about the good in you when your gone.....maybe you would still be here had you recieved the support and kindness throughout your career.god bless you and keep youre little angel safe.may you rest in peace

Posted by: jackie | March 9, 2007 11:54 AM

i just want to say how Anna Nicole is going to be miss by alot of people Anna Nicole was beautiful and funny i just hate how people just talk bad a bout her that now she is gone, Im always going to think good of Anna Nicole and i know that Larry Birkhead is the father of Anna Nicoles Baby she looks just like himand he will be a good father to that baby Anna Nicole you never be forgoten ,,, i love you

Posted by: connie | March 29, 2007 02:58 AM

ANNA..I wished I had followed your life more closely.You were a very pretty woman and I think alot of people now know that. God bless you and your baby girl..I know she will always know her Mom thanks to people who loved you.

Posted by: Mary C. | April 6, 2007 03:45 AM

Hate her or not ... she was a person with a great heart and i hope her daughter doesn't go to that witch

Posted by: Claudia Vasil | April 6, 2007 09:34 AM

BIRKHEAD IS THE FATHER!!!!

Posted by: Christina | April 10, 2007 04:28 PM

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE FOR PETA AND YOUR SUPPORT YOU ALWAYS WILL KNOW YOUR A GOOD PERSON IF YOU HAVE A LOVE FOR ANIMALS .

THANKS ANNA NICOLE

LOVE HANNAH

Posted by: HANNAH BRYANT | April 11, 2007 03:45 PM

Now that Mr. Birkhead has his daughter, does anyone else besides me think about the fact that he was suing her for custody even before she gave birth -- adding to her already stressful life and broken heart, along with the Marshall estate mess and the person that was suing her for the TrimSpa she represented, both Larry and her mom, who admitted she beat Anna in an interview with Dr. Keith Ablow, are just as much to blame for this beauty's death as the pills and meds she took. Losing Daniel was just the nudge she needed to go so deep into depression she would have never recovered without help from someone who didn't want anything from her except to see her better. It probably seemed to her that the whole world was picking on her, and she had no one with Daniel gone. To both Virgie and Larry -- hope you can live with what you've both done to this lovely yet troubled woman. We Love You, Anna Nicole -- RIP.

Posted by: Cindy | April 14, 2007 11:07 AM

God Bless you Anna Nicole for your compassion for caring enough to speak out for those who can't speak for themselves. The world needs more people like you in it.

Posted by: Therese Lavin Ortiz | April 16, 2007 12:43 PM

I am happy to learn that the police have search warrants for the doctors. I want to also say something in regards to Larry Birkhead I know that he was desperately trying to save his daughter and to be a part of her life. I think that ultimately the weight of her sons death was to much to have to face. Because I have a feeling she may have either given it to him knowingly and blamed herself for his death. I can't say what exactly did occur. I do know that a lot of greedy people helped her self destruct. She was a beautiful woman and sadly she will not be here to love her daughter and see her grown. I feel that given all the facts of the extensive drug abuse that Larry Birkhead was the only one who truly loved Anna and was trying to save her and their daughter. I think that we all agree that it is time for Anna to rest in peace with her beloved Danny. And I sincerely hope that anyone who has as much to bear publicly as she did can find the strength to go on in life and not come to a tragic end. Rest on Baby girl.

Posted by: Jeanie | October 13, 2007 02:17 AM

I was in LA from Jan-May of 2008, and I SWEAR I saw Claude Dauman (her millionaire matchmaker set-up) walking Sugar Pie down Holloway Drive.

Posted by: ANS Misser | September 27, 2009 11:37 PM

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