son of legendary producer Dr. Dre was found dead

ANdre Young Jr., the son of legendary producer Dr. Dre was found dead in his home on Saturday morning According to the Los Angeles County Coroner. The son of legendary rap producer Dr Dre has been found dead at his home in Woodland Hills on Saturday morning. Andre Young Jr., 20, was unresponsive when his mother went to check on him around 10 A.M., calling 911 to alert paramedics. Young’s cause of death is pending completion of a toxicology report. Our condolences go Out to Dr. Dre and his Family, May Andre R.I.P

Did you know Saggin spelled backards spells

Saggin Pants


Letter from a college student
The other day, a friend of mine visited me in the lobby of my dorm just to chat while her laundry was drying. As we were chatting, two young freshmen came by. One of the boys wanted to 'talk' to my friend (as in date). She asked him how old they were, and both ofthe boys replied 18. My friend and I both laughed hysterically because we are both 22 years old. After my friend left, the young men were still hanging around and one wanted to know how he could gain her interest.

The first thing I told him to do was to pull up his pants! He asked why, and then said he liked saggin' his pants. I told him to come over to my computer and spell the word saggin'. Then I told him to write the word saggin' backwards.

S-A-G-G-I-N

N-I-G-G-A-S

I told him the origin of that look was from centuries ago. It was the intent of slave owners to demoralize the field workers by forbidding them to wear a belt as they worked in the fields or at
Any other rigorous job. In addition, men in prison wore their pants low when they were 'spoken for'. The other reason their pants looked like that was they were not allowed to have belts because prisoners were likely to try to commit suicide. And, saggin' pants prevents you from running.

We as young Black people have to be the ones to effect change. We are dying. The media has made a mockery of the Black American. Even our brothers and sisters from Africa don't take us seriously. Something as simple as pulling up your pants and standing with your head held high could make the biggest difference in the world's perception of us. It is time to do right by ourselves. We need to love and embrace each other. No one is going to do that for us.

It all comes down to perception. What people perceive is what reality to them is. We have to change not only the media's perception of us, but we need to change our perception of ourselves.

Remember all eyes are on you Black Man. All eyes are on you Black Woman. All eyes are on your Black Child. People point the finger at us and expect us to engage in negative and illegal activities, to manifest loud, boisterous behavior, to spend our hard earned money in their stores, buying goods we don't need, or really want. We have allowed not only the media, but the government and the world to portray us as a 'sub-culture.' They have stripped our culture down to the point where the image of Black people is perpetuated as rappers, athletes, drug users, and consumers of junk food, expensive tennis shoes, expensive cars, expensive TVs, cell phones and not investing in homes for our families.
We are so much more!!!!!!!

To all our Black Men: It's time to stand up. There are billions of Black Women who want to do nothing more than worship the ground that you walk on. We are so in love with your potential. We want to have your back, we want to love, support and cherish every ounce of your being. But with that you have to show that you are willing to be the head of our households. You have to prove yourselves worthy of our submission. We need you to be hard working...Not a hustler. We need you to seek higher education, to seek spirituality. We need you to stand! And trust us; we will have your back. We know that it gets hard. We know you get weary. Trust and believe that there is nothing that a Black Man and a Black Woman
Can't handle with GOD on their side.

To all our Black Women: It is also time for you to stand up. It is time for you to stop using our bodies as our primary form of communication. It is time to be that virtuous woman that Proverbs spoke of. You cannot sit by the wayside while our men are dying by the masses. You are the epitome of Black Love. It starts within you. You need to speak with conviction to let not only our Black Men know, but the world, that you are the Mothers of this world. You are so powerful. You are so beautiful. You need to love and embrace every blessing God has given us physically, emotionally and spiritually.

For all our Black Children: We need to love them. We need to teach them. We need to stand up for them. We need to protect them. We need to show them that there are no 'get rich quick' schemes. We need to tell them that they WILL die trying if they submit to a life of crime and deceit. We need to teach our children that no one will love them the way we can. And being a basketball player, a rapper, or a drug dealer is not reality. It's not realistic and only a small percentage of people ever make it as a rapper or professional athlete. We need to teach our children that we can be more than rappers and athletes. We can be the owners of these sports teams. We can be the CEO's of OUR fortune 500 companies. We need to believe in literacy. I am almost certain if we were to look back to the 1930's and 40's, the literacy rates for Black American Children are probably still the same.

Please Keep This Going & Have a wonderful day

'This is the year of empowerment.' God will empower us to accomplish things this year that will be mind blowing'.

Federal charges filed against trio in alleged Obama threats

Tharin Gartrell is pictured in this police booking photograph, provided by the Aurora Police Department...

Federal charges were filed Tuesday against three men who allegedly talked of killing Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama.
None of the charges concerned threats against Obama, and U.S. Attorney for Colorado Troy Eid stressed that the three never posed a serious danger to the Illinois senator.
"A bunch of meth heads put together; I don't know what they do," Eid said at a news conference with about 50 reporters from around the world. "There is no credible threat right now, and there was no credible threat."
The three men face charges that include possession of a firearm by a felon, possession of body armor by a violent felon, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute.
The three are Shawn Robert Adolf, 33; Tharin Robert Gartrell, 28; and Nathan Dwaine Johnson, 32.
Adolf talked of killing Obama in Denver and during his "inauguration," according to the criminal complaint. It was unclear if "inauguration" referred to Obama's planned acceptance speech for the nomination at Invesco Field on Thursday.
According to the complaint, the three men reportedly referred to Obama with a racial epithet and said that such a person should never live in the White House. They "could not believe how close he (Obama) was to becoming president."
Authorities said the alleged conversation took place at the Hyatt Regency Tech Center - Denver, where Johnson had a room, and the three thought Obama had a room there, too.
Eid said investigators were still looking into whether the men are connected to a white supremacist group

Don Sinclair Davis

Don Sinclair Davis was know to many as Don Davis. He was born August 4, 1942(1942-08-04) in Aurora, Missouri. he died June 29, 2008 at 65 in Gibsons, British Columbia, Canada

He was perhaps best known for playing General George S. Hammond in the science fiction television series Stargate SG-1 (1997 – 2007),[1] and earlier for playing Major Garland Briggs on the television series Twin Peaks (1990 – 1991). In the TV show MacGyver, he was the stunt/photography double for Dana Elcar.[6] He was often mistaken for Elcar, and vice-versa. Davis did appear in two episodes of MacGyver, as a different character each time. His first appearance was as a cement truck driver in the episode "Blow Out", and his second appearance was as the poacher Wyatt Porter in "The Endangered".[7] He also played Dana Scully's father in the series The X-Files. Canadian audiences may also be familiar with Davis thanks to his appearance in one of the famous Heritage Minutes, in which he played an arrogant American gold prospector who pulls a gun on Mountie Sam Steele[8]. He also played the role of the Racine Belles' manager in the leage of their own. Davis earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in theater and art from Southwest Missouri State College. He received a master's degree in theatre from the Southern Illinois University Carbondale in 1970.[9] He taught for several years before returning to SIU to complete a Ph.D. in theatre. He began working in the film industry in the 1980s, while teaching at the University of British Columbia. In 1987 he stopped teaching in order to pursue acting full-time.
Not satisfied with just acting, he was also a visual artist, spending most of his free time painting or carving. Davis grew up painting, sculpting and drawing. He continued to pursue these crafts his entire life, supplementing his income with design commissions and art sales.
Davis died on June 29, 2008.[2] The cause of death was reported to be a massive heart attack.[1][3] In lieu of flowers or gifts, the Davis family requested that donations be made to the American Heart Association in his memory.[10]

Filmography
Burn Up (2008)
Beyond Loch Ness (2008) — Neil Chapman
Far Cry (2008)
Stargate: Continuum (2008) – Lieutenant General George Hammond
The Unquiet (2008) — Bud Rollins
Stargate SG-1 (1997 – 2007) — Maj. Gen./Lt. Gen. George Hammond
Psych (2006)
The West Wing — Reverend Don Butler
G.I. Joe: Valor vs. Venom (2004) — Wild Bill (voice)
Meltdown (2004) — NRC Carl Mansfield
Miracle (2004) — Bob Fleming
NCIS (2004) — MTAC Control Officer
Andromeda (2004) — Avineri
Stargate Atlantis (2004) — Maj. Gen. George Hammond
Savage Island (2003) — Keith Young
G.I.Joe: Spy Troops the Movie (2003) — Wild Bill (voice)
The Twilight Zone (2003) — Dr. Tate
The Chris Isaak Show (2002) — Del
Just Cause (2002) — Thornton
Deadly Little Secrets (2001) — The Chief
Hostage Negotiator (2001) — Alexander Daniels
The 6th Day (2000) — Cardinal de la Jolla
Best in Show (2000) — Mayflower Best in Show Judge Everett Bainbridge
Suspicious River (2000) — Golf shirt man
Atomic Train (1999) — General Harlan Ford
Con Air (1997) — Man in Car
Viper (1996) — Lloyd
Prisoner of Zenda, Inc. (1996) — Colonel Zapf
The Fan (1996) — Stook
Alaska (1996) — Sergeant Grazer
Poltergeist: The Legacy (1996) — Harold Taggart
The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky (1995) — Mr. Smith
The Outer Limits (1995) — Army General
The Outer Limits (1995) — Detective
The X-Files (1994) — Captain William Scully
Needful Things (1993) — Reverend Willie Rose
Cliffhanger (1993) — Stuart
Highlander: The Series (1993) — Palance
Columbo: A Bird in the Hand (1992) — Bertie
A League of Their Own (1992) — Charlie Collins (Racine coach)
Hook (1991) — Dr. Fields
The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw (1991) — Rodeo announcer
Omen IV: The Awakening (1991) — Jake Madison
Look Who's Talking Too (1990) — Dr. Fleischer
Twin Peaks (1990–1991) — Major Garland Briggs
Cadence (1990) — Haig
Look Who's Talking (1989) — Dr. Fleischer
MacGyver (1985–1991) — Stunt Double for Dana Elcar
Joanie Loves Chachi (1982) — Benny

Did you know that, these were household cures?

Did you know?




Kills fleas instantly... Dawn dish washing liquid does the trick. Add a few drops to your dog's bath and shampoo the animal thoroughly. Rinse well to avoid skin irritations. Good-bye fleas.


Rainy day cure for dog odor ...Next time your dog comes in from the rain, simply wipe down the animal with Bounce or any dryer sheet, instantly making your dog smell springtime fresh.





Did you know that Colgate toothpaste makes an excellent salve for burns.


Before you head to the drugstore for a high-priced inhaler filled with mysterious chemicals, try chewing on a couple of curiously strong Altoids peppermints. They'll clear up your stuffed nose.

Achy muscles from a bout of the flu? Mix 1 Tablespoon of horseradish in 1 cup of olive oil. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes, then apply it as a massage oil, for instant relief for aching muscles.


Sore throat? Just mix 1/4 cup of vinegar with 1/4 cup of honey and take 1 tablespoon six times a day. The vinegar kills the bacteria.




Cure urinary tract infections with Alka-Seltzer. Just dissolve two tablets in a glass of water and drink it at the onset of the symptoms. Alka-Seltzer begins eliminating urinary tract infections almost instantly-- even though the product was never been advertised for this use.


Honey remedy for skin blemishes ... Cover the blemish with a dab of honey and place a Band-Aid over it. Honey kills the bacteria, keeps the skin sterile, and speeds healing. Works overnight.




Listerine therapy for toenail fungus. Get rid of unsightly toenail fungus by soaking your toes in Listerine mouthwash. The powerful antiseptic leaves your toenails looking healthy again.


Easy eyeglass protection... To prevent the screws in eyeglasses from loosening, apply a small drop of Maybelline Crystal Clear nail polish to the threads of the screws before tightening them.

Cleaning liquid that doubles as bug killer ... If menacing bees, wasps, hornets, or yellow jackets get in your home and you can't find the insecticide, try a spray of Formula 409. Insects drop to the ground instantly.

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That Bob and Tom is the only five time Marconi Award winner?

Did you know that Bob & Tom have began airing on WGN for a hour each day, five days a week?

Did you know that the Bob and Tom Show is a comedy-based early morning program which is among the highest rated in American radio [1] and has been nationally syndicated since 1995?

Did you know that The Bob & Tom Show is a syndicated US radio program established by Bob Kevoian and Tom Griswold at radio station WFBQ in Indianapolis, Indiana?

Did you know that WFBQ is owned by Clear Channel Communications, a media conglomerate which owns more than a thousand radio stations, the program enjoys extensive popularity.

Did you know that the Bob and Tom show is the only five time Marconi Award winner?
The show won in 1993, 1995, 1997, 1999, and 2006.

Did you know that The Marconi Award was established in 1989, and named after inventor and Nobel Prize winner Guglielmo Marconi, the NAB Marconi Radio Awards are given to radio stations and outstanding on-air personalities to recognize excellence in radio.

Did you know that from 1991 to 1998, Bob & Tom received The Billboard Magazine Radio Personality of the Year award.

Did you know that Bob & Tom have released over 50 albums and always give the proceeds to charity?


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Bolt bursts into the history books with a double double

Usain Bolt of Jamaica redefined men's sprinting when he became the first man in 112 years of Olympic history to win the 200m and 100m sprint double with double world records - and the first man to hold both those records simultaneously.

"It blew my mind and it blew the mind of the world," said Bolt, who celebrated the start of his 22nd birthday at a news conference early Thursday to explain his heroics.

Unlike in the 100 metres when he was already dancing as he crossed the finish line, Bolt was still running flat out at the end as he clocked a jaw-dropping 19.30 seconds for his 200m gold on Wednesday.

That shaved two hundredths of a second of Michael Johnson's 19.32 seconds from August 1, 1996 at the Atlanta Olympics. The Jamaican won the 100m Saturday with a stunning world record of 9.69 seconds.

Bolt is the first man since Carl Lewis in 1984 in Los Angeles and the ninth overall to win the 100m and 200m at one Olympics.

first female amputee to compete in the Olympics.

Natalie Du Toit of South Africa talks to her coach after women's marathon 10km competition at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games swimming event in Beijing, China, Aug. 20, 2008. Natalie Du Toit ranked the 16th of the event. Du Toit, whose left leg was amputated in 2001 after she was injured in a road accident, is an athlete for both Beijing 2008 Olympic Games and Paralympic Olympics.

As the exhausted girl was receiving message after finishing 16th in a grueling 10-kilometer open water race, nearly 100 journalists waited patiently for her at the press room. Before du Toit emerged, questions on her were poured to her competitors.

"I think she deserved a separate gold medal just for the effort," winner of the race, Russia's Larisa Ilchenko, said. "It takes a lot of willpower to compete in this discipline. I want to compliment her for being so strong and so brave."

Starting swimming at the age of six, du Toit nearly qualified for the 2000 Games at the age of 16. But the following year as she trained for the 2004 Olympics, she was struck by a car while on her motorbike in Cape Town. Her left leg was amputated at the knee.

Du Toit responded to the tragedy by jumping back in the pool a few months later. She had never been a distance swimmer before the accident, but a year ago she started training for the race. She qualified for the Beijing Games with a fourth-place finish at the open-water world championships in May in Spain.

When du Toit finally appeared in front of the media, she looked tired but happy. "For me it was a dream come true," said she.

The open-water event is slated to the 2008 Olympic Games for the first time. The event is often referred to as a "wrestling match in water" due to the aggressive techniques employed in competing in the sport.


Natalie Du Toit of South Africa talks to her coach after women's marathon 10km competition at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games swimming event in Beijing, China, Aug. 20, 2008. Natalie Du Toit ranked the 16th of the event. Du Toit, whose left leg was amputated in 2001 after she was injured in a road accident, is an athlete for both Beijing 2008 Olympic Games and Paralympic Olympics.


One significant difference between du Toit and the other swimmers is that she has to make sure that someone takes care of her prosthetic leg at the start and return it to her at the finish. Except for that, as an amputee competing with able-bodied people, du Toit received no more courtliness.

"There was lots of dunking. It's always going to be dangerous, the best thing is not to panic, and then keep coming back," she said. The South African stayed in the first pack during the three quarters of the race, but dropped behind at the last stage.

"A couple of things went wrong. I struggled with my cap. And from lap one already I went wrong in the first buoy and my cap got stuck in the first buoy...I kind of stuck in the pack all the time. That sort of beat myself a bit," she said.

When du Toit finished the race, she could hardly get out of the water. "That shows I did give all my best in the race," she said jokingly.

"I was disappointed a bit. Position 16 isn't great. I would have liked to have been in the top five. As a seasoned swimmer there should be no excuses. But I gave my best and I am happy with the result," she said calmly

But when it came to what swimming meant to her, the athlete got quite emotional.

"I feel completely free in the water and I feel that's who I am. I've given up a lot, given up studying. I do motivational speaking for a living, but you know I've given it up (for swimming)," said du Toit, trying to fight back tears.

At home, du Toit is a national icon and her story has inspired thousands of her compatriots. At the opening ceremony of the Beijing Games, she carried South Africa's flag leading her country's athletes into the Bird Nest.

Having gone through so many ups and downs in life, du Toit said she hoped to show all the people, not only the disabled, that "you have to work hard.""There are the negative things. But there are a lot of positive things down the way as well. It's to use the negative things in a good light."

Du Toit, who will soon compete in multiple events in the Paralympics, said she will continue to compete with able-bodied people. "I don't even think about not having a leg and if I want to keep competing I will have to continue to qualify with the able-bodied. For me it's not about the disability at all."

The swimmer said she hope to be back for 2012 London Olympics. "Where I'll be hoping for a top five place," said she.

Did you know that Vitiligo is a chronic skin disease?

Did you know that Vitiligo or leukoderma is a chronic skin disease that causes loss of pigment which produces white patches?

The precise cause of vitiligo is complex and not fully understood. There is some evidence suggesting it is caused by a combination of auto-immune, genetic, and environmental factors. The population incidence worldwide is considered to be between 1% and 2%.


Did you know that Vitiligo affects one or two of every 100 people.?
About half the people who develop it do so before the age of 20; about one - fifth have a family member with this condition. It may be an autoimmune process (the body makes antibodies to its own pigment cells). Most people with vitiligo are in good general health, although vitiligo may occur with other autoimmune diseases such as thyroid disease.




With vitiligo you develop patches of de-pigmented skin appearing on extremities before their 20s. The patches may grow, shrink, or remain constant in size. Patches often occur symmetrically across both sides on the body. Occasionally small areas may repigment as they are recolonised by melanocytes. The location of vitiligo affected skin changes over time, with some patches re-pigmenting and others becoming affected.

Vitiligo may also be caused by stress that affects the immune system, leading the body to react and start eliminating skin pigment.

Vitiligo on the scalp may affect the color of the hair (though not always), leaving white patches or streaks. It will similarly affect facial and body hair.


Did you know some of the symptoms of Vitiligo?

• white patches on the skin, including the face, limbs, torso, and groin
• purple or golden brown patches on mucous membranes and around the eyes, nostrils, and mouth
• uveitis
• premature graying of hair


Typical vitiligo shows areas of milky-white skin. However, the degree of pigment loss can vary within each vitiligo patch. There may be different shades of pigment in a patch, or a border of darker skin may circle an area of light skin.

Vitiligo often begins with a rapid loss of pigment. This may continue until, for unknown reasons, the process stops. Cycles of pigment loss, followed by times where the pigment doesn't change, may continue indefinitely.
It is rare for skin pigment in vitiligo patients to return on its own. Some people who believe they no longer have vitiligo actually have lost all their pigment and no longer have patches of contrasting skin color. Although their skin is all one color, they still have vitiligo.
The course and severity of pigment loss differ with each person. Light-skinned people usually notice the contrast between areas of vitiligo and suntanned skin in the summer. Year round, vitiligo is more obvious on people with darker skin. Individuals with severe cases can lose pigment all over the body. There is no way to predict how much pigment an individual will lose.


Did you know that Vitiligo can have a significant effect on the psychological well being of the patient? This is especially true for darker skinned patients as the contrast between pigmented and depigmented skin can be quite drastic.

In some cultures there is a stigma attached to having vitiligo. Those affected with the condition are sometimes thought to be evil or diseased and are sometimes shunned by others in the community. People with vitiligo may feel depressed because of this stigma or because their appearance has changed dramatically. Other people with vitiligo experience no negative psychological effects at all.


There are a number of ways to alter the appearance of vitiligo without addressing its underlying cause. In mild cases, vitiligo patches can be hidden with makeup or other cosmetic camouflage solutions. If the affected person is pale-skinned, the patches can be made less visible by avoiding sunlight and the sun tanning of unaffected skin. However, exposure to sunlight may also cause the melanocytes to regenerate to allow the pigmentation to come back to its original color.

Did you know a traditional treatment given by most dermatologists is corticosteroid cream?

Phototherapy may also be beneficial. Using exposure to long-wave ultraviolet (UVA) light from the sun or from UVA, together with Psoralen, called "PUVA", Or with UVB Narrowband lamps (without Psoralen), can help in many cases. Psoralen can be taken in a pill 1-2 hours before the exposure or as a Psoralen soaking of the area 1/2 hour before the exposure. Lately, PUVA is being more and more replaced with exposure UVB Narrowband light at a wavelength of 311-313 nanometers. This treatment does not involve Psoralen since the effect of the lamp is strong enough. The source for the UVB Narrowband UVB light can be special fluorescent lamps that treat large areas in a few minutes, or high power fiber-optic devices in a fraction of a second.

Did you know that their are Support groups and organizations are available to help people learn more about vitiligo?

Vitiligo Support International is the largest vitiligo organization in the world. The nonprofit organization provides free access to online message boards, chat rooms, frequently asked questions, information and articles, as well as a patient-referred doctor search. The group advocates on behalf of patients, conducts patient conferences and has local support groups.
The National Vitiligo Foundation (NVF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides access to online resources, physician listings, frequently asked questions (etc); funds research through grants and sponsors local support groups and workshop style conferences.
The American Vitiligo Research Foundation Inc. (AVRF) is a non-profit, tax-exempt charity that aims to increase public awareness about vitiligo and to help those affected by vitiligo, focusing specifically on children and their families. It supports finding a cure through alternatives to animal research.

Did you know that Leucism is a reduction in all types of skin pigment, not just melanin?

Did you know these Famous people suffered from Vitiligo?

Did you know what causes Vitiligo?

Did you know that vitiligo can also cause hypersensitivity to sunlight, making the skin more prone to sunburn?

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LeRoi Moore DIED AT 46

Dave Matthews Band Member DeadTMZ has learned LeRoi Moore, the sax player in the Dave Matthews Band, has died He was 46.Moore was seriously injured in an ATV accident June 30 outside Charlottesville He had a punctured lung and broken ribs Moore went back into the ...

LeRoi Moore, was a founding member of the Dave Matthews Band, died Tuesday

Did you know that Studhanm made it to the Guinness Book of World Records for having a two-foot-tall Mohawk.

Did you know that Aaron Studham, the 18-year-old senior at Leominster High School was known for his towering 24-inch mohawk?

Did you know that Studham was inspired to start growing his unique hairstyle on a dare from his friends?

Did you know that this was in 2011?

Did you know that Studham relies on the help of his twin brother and plenty of hairspray?

Did you know that the hair prep-time was over an hour to get the mohawk to stand at its full two-foot height?

Did you know that Studhanm made it to the Guinness Book of World Records for having a two-foot-tall Mohawk.

Did you know that Studhanm cut off his Mohawk after his father died from cancer?

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Judge: Hulk Hogan's wife gets $40,000 a month alimony

A ruling has been made in the Hulk Hogan/Linda Hogan case. A Pinellas County judge ruled today that they do not have to purchase the condo that Linda wanted in Las Vegas, but Hulk did not want. They had originally planned on purchasing the condo before they split up, and Linda wanted to go through with it. Hulk thought the property had dropped too much in value.

But Linda did get her way when it comes to money. Hulk was ordered to pay Linda $40,000 a month for living expenses starting this September, and lasting for one year.

Let's hope she makes that last, and doesn't go off spending it all! $40,000 a month is a lot, don't get us wrong, but if she's only getting it for one year, that money won't last forever. Still seems a little steep for Hulk to have to pay that much!

Did you know that Allen abnormal height of 7' 7¼ inches was due to a tumor in her pituitary gland that caused it to release growth hormone uncontrollably?

Did you know that Sandra Elaine Allen  was the tallest woman in the world during her lifetime according to Guinness World Records.[1][2] She was 7' 7¼ inches (232 cm) in height?

Did you know that Allen died on August 13, 2008, she was 53?

(June 18, 1955 – August 13, 2008)

Did you know that Sandra Allen wrote a book entitled Cast A Giant Shadow, and appeared in the Guinness Book of World Records since 1976?

Did you know that Allen abnormal height of 7' 7¼ inches was due to a tumor in her pituitary gland that caused it to release growth hormone uncontrollably?

Did you know that at age 22, Allen underwent surgery for the condition of  gigantism to stop her growth spirt?

Did you know that without the surgery Allen would have continued to grow pass  7' 7¼ inches and suffer from further medical problems?

Did you know that Sandy Allen appeared in the Academy Award-winning Italian film Il Casanova di Federico Fellini, and in a TV movie called Side Show, and in a Canadian/American documentary film called Being Different?

 The New Zealand band Split Enz immortalized her in a song, "Hello Sandy Allen," released on their 1982 album Time and Tide.

Did you know that Allen used a wheelchair because her legs and back could not support her tall stature in a standing position?

 Did you know that because she was bedridden due to gigantism, and consequently her muscles atrophied?


Did you know that Allen last years were spent in Shelbyville, Indiana in a retirement center, the same one as Edna Parker, the oldest living person in the world?

Did you know that many times of her death, many websites were incorrectly identifying Allen as the second tallest woman in the the world while Chinese woman Yao Defen as the tallest?

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He has won gold

With 11 gold medals, Phelps has won more golds than any athlete in history. He is now the greatest olympic meadlist of all time.You are now looking at a multi millionnaire in the making. His face will be associated with everything that you can think of. He is already being sponsored in a credit card commerical! Great job mr Phelps!!!