Jane Russell died today of respiratory failure at her home in Santa Maria, California while surrounded by her family. The legendary Hollywood sex symbol is best known for starring in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes opposite Marilyn Monroe. She's survived by three children, six grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. [THR]

So much for a kinder, gentler time! 1955's Rave magazine is the nastiest thing we've ever seen! Here's how they describe Jane Russell: "a painted female impersonator who stuck one too many pillows down the front." Had they only been able to draw a little penis on her picture! [VillageVoice]