Lee Majors: I Couldn't Watch the Farrah Special

31. Rhonda sounds like a classy lady.

It's not really the time to bring this up, but I admired Sharon Osbourne and the way she handled being diagnosed with cancer. She knew everyone would be talking about her, and said "Why does it have to be in my ass?!"

Posted at 4:12PM on May 23rd 2009 by Kay

32. Farah mortality has turned into an obsession similar to that of the recently-deceased Jade. While terminally ill, Jade welcomed the acclaim, endorsements and revenue received because, she acknowledged, she wanted to capitalize on the notoriety she recieved while appearing on BIg Brother. She admitted she did this so she could set up trust funds for her two sons. Are Farah and Ryan using the media to do the same for their kid, "Red?" As for Lee Majors, I can empathize with his disinclination to be involved with what has become a circus. The small screen can either expand or trivialize reality. With Farah, it has become a morbidly voyeuristic one.

Posted at 4:13PM on May 23rd 2009 by boredwell

33. Well folks there is a reason people are X es. What would you expect the jerk to say. He should have said something a gentleman would say like best wishes to her. Cancer is overdone Mr. Jerk.

Posted at 8:47AM on May 25th 2009 by Mary

34. patthebuny
So Farrah should just "go away"? Sounds like what you're saying is that people who have cancer are an embarrassment. Shame on you!
As Americans, we're ignorant about our bodies and how our bodies work. It's about time we start educating ourselves.
And do the world a favor...give yourself a good slap for insulting Farrah. She certainly doesn't come across as being the only one who's had cancer.

Posted at 4:28PM on May 23rd 2009 by Alexa

35. Can you Say KARMA!!!!

Posted at 4:28PM on May 23rd 2009 by Six Million $ Man Fan

36. Like the recently-deceased Jade of Great Britain, the media has manufactured Farah's imminent demise into a voyeuristic made-for-TV reality show. I can understand Lee Major's qualms about his non-participation in this "event." The small screen can either expand or trivialize personal tragedy. In Farah's case, it has become an obsession. One that has succeeded in translating the human experience of facing mortality into a lugubrious drama.

Posted at 4:29PM on May 23rd 2009 by boredwell

37. I watched a little of the special and changed the channel. It's sad that a person is dying of any illness. It is sad that millions of people don't have the money that Farrah has to seek treatment in Germany or any other country. It is also sad that at this point she still seeking attention.

Posted at 4:47PM on May 23rd 2009 by Carmen Villarruel

38. i don't think his comments were aimed at Farrah. I think it's the idea that it should've been Farrahs story, without the presence of Ryan O'Neal. Did Ryan use it to draw attention to himself? Did Farrah ask him to step in? With Ryan being such a good actor, I found myself questioning his true feelings, and intent for being such a big part of it?? I would imagine it was Ryan, Lee didn't want to look at it, not Farrah. Ryan was never there for Farrah, or his kids, infact, he's always been at the root of their problems.

Posted at 4:51PM on May 23rd 2009 by skhg

39. Love Lee Majors! I miss him and wish someone would bring him back on TV. He is right, the TV extravaganza was overwrought. Jade Goody and Farrah have courted (past tense on Goody, unfortunately) the publicity throughout their illnesses (though Farrah pretends like she doesn't want people to see her ill and all that). Jade was at least honest and upfront admitting she was trying to earn money before her death so her kids would be set for life. I don't know what Farrah's inspiration is here. I like Farrah personally but you can't have it both ways. She says at some points she doesn't want "the fans" to see her in a wheelchair getting off the airplane from Germany, etc. then she does a TV special? Kind of weird.

Posted at 4:59PM on May 23rd 2009 by Anna

40. Overdone? Yeah like the way you beat her like a punching bag when you felt like it?

Yep total prick...probably jealous because he wasn't even mentioned in the documentary when they did her history.

Posted at 5:10PM on May 23rd 2009 by regankrueger

41. Some people just don't get it. Farrah is a truly wonderful person who was the spokesperson for The American Cancer Society. The point of Farrah's Story was to educate the public and to get the medical community on board with successful therapies they use in Germany. In doing this she also got the state of California to enact a bill on patient's privacy. People are quitting smoking and giving in large numbers to various cancer organizations so what are you people complaining about? Jealous that she is fabulously wealthy and beloved?

Posted at 5:11PM on May 23rd 2009 by Farrah is Major

42. Actually she made the documentary to teach people what cancer looks like as many people (such as myself) have never been exposed to anyone who has had to go through chemotherapy and the other treatments and diagnostic testing that goes along with cancer. My grandmother was terminal when they found it and I was only exposed to the bedside vigil.

I learned a great deal from this documentary and as many want privacy during the less than glamorous time that ensues after being diagnosed I was grateful to be able to watch and see the struggle so many brave people go through with their families and personally and since this time I have donated a space on my website to a cancer charity for children and will be creating a documentary on a cancer raising event called Coast to Coast for the Cure for free.

Posted at 5:16PM on May 23rd 2009 by regankrueger

43. From what I have read, Lee and Farrah's relationship/marriage did not end well, and it does not matter who was more or less at fault.

However, they once loved each other very much, and at a times like this, all the bad times should be forgotten.

He should have just said "I wish her well", or something kind. Unfortunately, I believe his "larger than life" ego, has gotten in the way.

Lee's career has been over for a very long time, and the only way he can get a headline, is by accident.

Posted at 5:45PM on May 23rd 2009 by PamMatt

44. If Lee Majors did not watch the special as he claimed, how does he know the whole thing was "overdone?"

Posted at 5:44PM on May 23rd 2009 by Roberta

45. I'm watching the special right now. Actually, I find Lee Majors comments cold and heartless. This woman is fighting terminal cancer and trying to let others know what the fight is like,

I don't know Major's intent about his comment, but it leads me to think he is jealous that she totally eclipsed his short career and he lost her to his best friend.

Whatever the reason, he did not come across well. Best wishes, Farrah. May God be with you, girl.

Posted at 6:19PM on May 23rd 2009 by beachy