Hi, Billy Mays Here!
I was surprised (and sad) today to read that Billy Mays (of Oxiclean fame) passed away in his sleep last night. Kelly and I have been watching faithfully “Pitchmen” on Discovery Channel this season. This was his program where he and Anthony Sullivan would banter back and forth and agree to pitch someone’s product. It is, in our minds, one of the more funny and interesting programs on tv. If you have not watched it, you ought to.
Now, I was a bit sad when Michael Jackson passed a few days back. I was not a fan but respected the contribution he made to pop culture. Still, he had his terrible and dark side. Now, he consumes all media coverage today… despite the passing of others who have contributed to society… others who did not leave a legacy of hurt with minors/children. Billy Mays may not have impacted society like Jackson, but I’m saddened much more for his passing. Apparently he was a great man, good husband and philanthropist (and had a darn good show). Never met him. Never bought a product (except OxiClean). But, he lived a good life. Jackson on the other hand….
I will be off in a bit to buy some OxiClean and maybe watch a re-run of Pitchmen. In the meantime prayers and blessings to the family!
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