Article: Planned Parenthood Mourns Loss of American Icon, Beloved Friend and Advocate Katharine Hepburn; Statement by PPFA President Gloria Feldt

NEW YORK, June 30 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Following is a statement of Planned Parenthood Federation of America President Gloria Feldt on the death of Katharine Hepburn:

"When Katharine Hepburn died yesterday at the age of 96, the world lost one of the most dynamic and original screen actors of all time.

"We also lost a woman who was as independent, self-confident, and forceful off screen as on in such films as Adam's Rib and Woman of the Year.

"It is Planned Parenthood's great fortune to have been on the receiving end of this woman's powerful advocacy for reproductive freedom.

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