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Updated Jun 13, 2026
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Gene Shalit, the beloved 'Today' show movie critic, has passed away at the age of 100, sparking renewed interest in his life and work.
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Gene Shalit, the beloved 'Today' show movie critic, has passed away at the age of 100, sparking renewed interest in his life and work.
The recent passing of Gene Shalit, a revered film critic for the 'Today' show, at the age of 100, has led to a surge in public interest. Searchers are seeking to remember and celebrate Shalit's impactful career in film criticism, marked by his distinctive style and long tenure. His death has been widely covered by major news outlets, prompting retrospectives on his contribution to entertainment journalism and film critique culture.
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