Charlie Rose

John Wirchanski  08/24/2007 11:12 AM Report

Mr. Rose:

Your very heartfelt tribute to Mrs. Astor was remarkable. She indeed had a twinkle and an energy, even interrupting your questions to answer them. Her tone, accent, manner and delivery were exceptional and part of a great charm that obviously captivated so many men, and women.

It was nice to see you speak so much from your own thoughts about her. She brought great credibility to your show by helping to fund it in the early years. She did the same with the New York Book Review. She was willing to take risks.

I do hope the family and Ms. de la Renta resolve their differences before the attorneys grab the bulk of the estate.

Grace Colon  08/23/2007 03:43 AM Report

Dear Mr. Rose:

I am one of the lucky New Yorker to have been touched by Mrs. Astor's generostiy. As a New York City public school teacher, I was honored during 2001 as a"Astor Fellow". The Astor Foundation gave money to New York University for New York City teachers that helped mentored their graduate students that were finishing their teacher education program. Ten teachers were honored in 2001, as "Astor Fellows", and given an opportunity to particpate in an all expense paid international education conference in Greece (summer 2001).

This experience was life changing for me, however two months later September 11 happened. It killed our spirits and brought fear to all. A planned meeting with our benefactor, Mrs. Astor was cancelled. We finally met Mrs. Astor months later. She was 99 years young and looking very regal.

I admired her huge diamond ring and she said, "I married well you know". We both laughed and had great "girl" talk. I always remember how down to earth she was. She was truly a great friend to teachers. I will always be greatful for her generosity and gracious manner. I presented Mrs. Astor with a mini- photo album of our adventures in Greece. I hope the Astor foundation still has it!

Cordially,

Grace Colon, born and raised in New York City and proud

P.S. Thank you Mrs. Astor and my prayers are with you.

Michael McLachlan  08/21/2007 09:29 AM Report

I've enjoyed your show for years. Tonight you demonstrated real class honoring a really classy lady. We should all aspire to appreciate family, friends and neighbors just like Brooke Astor. Thank you.

David Chowes  08/19/2007 04:02 PM Report

Mr. Rose, God bless Mrs. Brooke Astor and may she rest in peace! But, excuse me for saying this: I know at least scores of persons who surpass Mrs. Astor in dedication to society!

The only difference is that Mrs, Astor comes from "old wealth" and is part of "society" -- what ever that means? What does it mean?...

It's I suspect a much higher level than Paris Hilton who is simply famous for being famous. Of course, Astor has done much good for New York and the country; while Paris is simply a vacuous mixed-up decadant young woman who made a widely distributed videotape.

Mr. Rose, your science series and most of your programs are of quite high caliber. But, tonight, I was disappointed.

Compare the hour concerning Mrs. Astor to the programs that your mentor, Bill Moyers has and continues to do.

There was simply an overabundance of mainly empty status directed at her, David Rockefeller and, yes: you as well.

Jeri Bair  08/18/2007 05:08 PM Report

I second the comments of Walter B. Peterson, although I could not have said it as well.

Vikram Phatak  08/18/2007 04:34 PM Report

Mr Rose,

My wife & I were moved by your Appreciation of Brooke Astor. Thank you.

Chris Free  08/18/2007 02:47 AM Report

mr. rose, thank you. you have done yet another good thing. ... "power is the ability to do good things for others." -- brooke astor.

Walter B. Peterson  08/18/2007 12:48 AM Report

Mr. Rose,

Your program is the most intelligent on television and, perhaps, in all of media. The extraordinary range of guests and topics of conversation clearly demonstrate your insatiable appetite for a rich life, expansively examined, that alone provides for a meaningful existence. We who get to share in your journey may well live vicariously but our lives also are enriched beyond measure and stimulated and inspired in ways that otherwise would be unimaginable. This evening's Appreciation of Brooke Astor was a splendid memorial in its own right and a fine tribute to a great lady, a generous and wise philanthropist who gave back to the people of New York far more than the city ever gave to her (or her husband's family). As Mr. Rockefeller alluded, we shall not likely see the likes of Mrs. Astor again. More is the pity.

I wish you (and for us) many, many years of excellent health and intellectual probity. Thank you!

Walter B. Peterson  08/18/2007 12:48 AM Report

Mr. Rose,

Your program is the most intelligent on television and, perhaps, in all of media. The extraordinary range of guests and topics of conversation clearly demonstrate your insatiable appetite for a rich life, expansively examined, that alone provides for a meaningful existence. We who get to share in your journey may well live vicariously but our lives also are enriched beyond measure and stimulated and inspired in ways that otherwise would be unimaginable. This evening's Appreciation of Brooke Astor was a splendid memorial in its own right and a fine tribute to a great lady, a generous and wise philanthropist who gave back to the people of New York far more than the city ever gave to her (or her husband's family). As Mr. Rockefeller alluded, we shall not likely see the likes of Mrs. Astor again. More is the pity.

I wish you (and for us) many, many years of excellent health and intellectual probity. Thank you!

Walter B. Peterson  08/18/2007 12:47 AM Report

Mr. Rose,

Your program is the most intelligent on television and, perhaps, in all of media. The extraordinary range of guests and topics of conversation clearly demonstrate your insatiable appetite for a rich life, expansively examined, that alone provides for a meaningful existence. We who get to share in your journey may well live vicariously but our lives also are enriched beyond measure and stimulated and inspired in ways that otherwise would be unimaginable. This evening's Appreciation of Brooke Astor was a splendid memorial in its own right and a fine tribute to a great lady, a generous and wise philanthropist who gave back to the people of New York far more than the city ever gave to her (or her husband's family). As Mr. Rockefeller alluded, we shall not likely see the likes of Mrs. Astor again. More is the pity.

I wish you (and for us) many, many years of excellent health and intellectual probity. Thank you!