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Anonymous
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12.38.182.x | posted: 9/27/2005 at 5:51:45 PM ET
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12.38.182.x | posted: 9/27/2005 at 5:53:31 PM ET
I a very big BP fan and have seen her in concert and on Broadway many many times. I don't post but every once in a while I check up on the latest news. Having been at many shows and concerts you get to know her people. You can tell that she adored Michael and he her. This is a very sad sad day. This sure isn't going to be easy for her or any of their family. I think now than ever we should send our thoughts and cards and let her know that she can go on.
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 Chip1012
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7/13/2003
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Boston | posted: 9/27/2005 at 6:05:26 PM ET
I've decided to edit this post out. I'm afraid it would turn this thread into something worse than it already is.
"and this is my back." - Bernadette turning around to take a drink of water. 4/3/05, Boston's Symphony Hall
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 PA Fan
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11/6/2003 | posted: 9/27/2005 at 6:05:40 PM ET
From NY Daily News
Bernadette Peters' husband killed in helicopter crash
ASSOCIATED PRESS
Michael Wittenberg, husband of Broadway musical-theater star Bernadette Peters, died Monday in a helicopter crash in Montenegro. He was 43.
Wittenberg, an investment adviser, was on a business trip, Judy Katz, a spokeswoman for Peters, said Tuesday.
Three other people were killed in the crash, which occurred when the aircraft struck a high-voltage cable, police in Podgorica, Montenegro said.
Wittenberg married the Tony Award-winning actress in July 1996. They wed at the home of Mary Tyler Moore, a longtime friend of Peters.
Peters most recently appeared on Broadway in the 2003 revival of "Gypsy." Her other Broadway shows include "Sunday in the Park With George" and "Into the Woods." She won Tonys for her performances in "Song & Dance" and the 1999 revival of "Annie Get Your Gun."
Originally published on September 27, 2005
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 leebee
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Fav. BP Song: Being Alive
Fav. BP Show: Sunday In The Park With George
| posted: 9/27/2005 at 6:20:37 PM ET
All I can think about right now are the dozens of times I have heard her remark about her husband and her happy marriage in interviews, in performances; it is so hard to comprehend this happening.
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 moljul
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Fav. BP CD: I'll Be Your Baby Tonight
Fav. BP Song: Dublin Lady
| posted: 9/27/2005 at 6:25:45 PM ET
I wonder if Regis will say anything tomorrow on his show. He and Bernadette spoke so many times of Michael when she appeared. I'm still in such shock. So young and so tragic. And so unfortunate that they only had nine years of marriage and what a happy marriage it seemed to be.
"I'm one star away from Dolly Parton ... and Raymond Massey is between us. I hope we don't suffocate him." Bernadette Peters receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, April 24, 1987
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 Christine-NYC
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Fav. BP Song: With So Little to be Sure Of
Fav. BP Show: Gypsy
Fav. BP Character: Marie (insert last name) lol There's a few
Fav. BP CD: Bernadette Peters Loves Rogers and Hammerstein
| posted: 9/27/2005 at 6:26:42 PM ET
leebee, That's what I've been thinking about too since reading about this.
I was remembering the joy in her voice and the smile on her face whenever she would talk about him.
Even whenever she would be co-hosting with Regis and he would reinvent the way she and Michael met, as she just looked on with pride.
The look in both of their eyes when they were in a room together.
Not that any of us knows what went on behind closed doors...away from the fans; but they really seemed happy together.
I was remembering this one time, my friend and I were sitting talking with Michael, and my friend was not feeling that great. He went out of his way to get her a bagel and juice and make sure she was feeling better.
It wasn't something he had to do. It was just such a kind gesture. That is how I will remember him.
<3CMH<3
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moljul
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Fav. BP CD: I'll Be Your Baby Tonight
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| posted: 9/27/2005 at 6:35:13 PM ET
Christine,
Your post reminds me of the time I worked the Nothing Like A Dame event when Bernadette performed. Michael was backstage and when Bernadette was performing he had a huge smile on his face and was just beaming with pride. There were tons of people crowded in front of him watching Bernadette and waiting for the curtain call. He literally stood on a chair so he could see her perform over all the heads. Clearly, he wasn't going to miss a moment. And I was very fortunate to witness (though quite unintentionally) a very private, affectionate moment between them after the show when they were waiting in the line for the elevator up to the dressing rooms. Clearly what was displayed in public was genuine and in line with what took place "behind closed doors".
I think the world knew he was a very lucky man but what is becoming more obvious is that she too was a very lucky woman.
"I'm one star away from Dolly Parton ... and Raymond Massey is between us. I hope we don't suffocate him." Bernadette Peters receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, April 24, 1987
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futuremamarose87
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Oh my goodness. I just read this and my jaw dropped. This is truly tragic.
My thoughts and prayers with Bernadette and all their loved ones.
"It was like being high when you reach those high notes."
~Bernadette Peters
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Christine-NYC
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Fav. BP Song: With So Little to be Sure Of
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Fav. BP CD: Bernadette Peters Loves Rogers and Hammerstein
| posted: 9/27/2005 at 6:52:53 PM ET
I think the world knew he was a very lucky man but what is becoming more obvious is that she too was a very lucky woman.
That was beautifully said. I completely agree.
<3CMH<3
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leebee
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Fav. BP Song: Being Alive
Fav. BP Show: Sunday In The Park With George
| posted: 9/27/2005 at 6:54:16 PM ET
"I think the world knew he was a very lucky man but what is becoming more obvious is that she too was a very lucky woman."
Well said, Moljul.
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Annie
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New York, New York | posted: 9/27/2005 at 7:17:48 PM ET
I can't believe it. This so terrible. he was so young and they seemed so in love. My thoughts are with her.
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jmslsu01
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northern VA | posted: 9/27/2005 at 7:27:56 PM ET
Oh, dear God.
I just don't know what to say...
Jenn
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 Mandy
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8/14/2003 | posted: 9/27/2005 at 7:35:33 PM ET
I feel the need to post but am completely in shock and saddened beyond belief. All my thoughts and prayers to Bernadette and Michael's family during this unimaginably difficult time.
"Let's admit one thing right upfront: With the possible exception of Bernadette Peters, not everyone stays young and cute forever." (NYPost 2/2/05)
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Anonymous
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24.224.200.x | posted: 9/27/2005 at 7:35:35 PM ET
I am so shocked and saddened by this news... my heart goes out to Ms. Peters and everyone in her family. If wish there was something I could do for her.
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 Kevin
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Fav. BP CD: Sondheim, Etc.
Fav. BP Song: No One Is Alone
| posted: 9/27/2005 at 8:02:16 PM ET
Terrible, terrible news. To find someone you can love so deeply and then to have them yanked away. I couldn't imagine.
-Kevin
Webmaster of Bernadette-Peters.com
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