Famed sex therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer dies at age 96

Sex therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer, who rose to fame by writing books and talking about sex on television and radio, has died at the age of 96, according to her publicist.

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[justayoutuber]

She spoke 5 languages, was trained as a sniper, and had a PhD.

[TruthBTold]

Dr. Ruth, I had the pleasure of meeting you many years ago in L.A. you were kind, gracious, friendly, and as sweet as can be. You were going to an event at Universal Studios, and you asked me to do you a small favor, which I have only shared with a few. I know you are still smiling in Heaven. RIP!

[spazzman]

Such a sweet lady. The 80's wouldn't have been the same without her!

[TinasTVx]

Dr. Ruth was on a holiday cruise I was on, she gave a talk and told the passengers to wait to get back to their cabin before trying her suggestions

[michaelcharlesthearchangel]

I remember her show in the 80s. Dr. Drew must be crying right now, he was one of her biggest fans. Dr. Ruth set the bar for Dr. Drew in the 90s-2000s.

[iz.i.]

Geez, I just learned richard Simmons passed. R.i.p Dr. Ruth.

[coolbreezetony]

It’s a great story. Her journey and her influence upon society.
What a blessing to live to almost 100. We are all better for her education and sense of humor.

[TravisDoesKayakFishing]

She was before her time. She was popular but man, imagine the platform and reach should would have. RIP pioneer.

[writerconsidered]

I didn't know her origin story, that was heartbreaking.

[cintiaspataro]

R.I.P. I Remember watching her in the early 2000's

[vincentruvo]

I remember seeing her on TV. She was hilarious. R.I.P.

[crptnite]

One of my earliest educators! Welcome Home 💜🙏🏽🕊️

[PaulaDautremont]

To this day, I will always remember her interaction with Max Headroom on his show. (totally aging myself here)
Dr. Ruth - "Tell me Mr. Headroom. You have no arms so how do you master bate?"
Max - "I'm rich lady. I pay someone to do it for me."

[davidsonowski]

RIP Dr Ruth remember your show on the radio station 97 WYNY in New York back in the day

[rholloway]

Loved your iconic moments on the arsenio hall show. You will be missed.

[oovotzify]

She always reminded me of my grandma. Maybe they’ll meet in heaven.

[hithere]

Used to listen to her on the radio every week. She got some strange callers at times, but she handled it like a great professional. I learned a lot form and not to be ashamed of the human bod and how it works.

[jonnaosborne]

I met her very briefly one day when she autographed one of her books for me at a bookstore in downtown Dallas. That was a LONG time ago. She was adorable. What an interesting life.

[Jenvlogs]

So sad had to put in orphanage and glad became a legend

[sibhuskyguy]

One item on my bucket list died with her... 😭