The loss of an icon.
On Thursday, December 23rd, it was confirmed that Joan Didion, legendary essayist, novelist, and journalist, passed away at the age of 87. The prolific writer, who came to fame chronicling the culture of the 1960s and '70s, leaves behind a legacy of feeling, of deep understanding, and of utter, totally effortless cool. She also leaves behind a treasure trove of inspiration for life and for living. Click through for some of her most unforgettable quotes.
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