Debbie Millman

Debbie Millman Instagram – My magnificent mother-in-law left the earth today. She leaves in her wake a magnificent husband, remarkable children (one of whom is my wife), phenomenal grandchildren and a boatload of siblings, cousins, nieces, nephews, godchildren and friends. Nicole Gay was a brilliant, beautiful bad-ass. She was the most put-together old-school glamour gal around. She was sharp, funny, saucy as hell and whip-smart. She always said what she meant and meant what she said. She didn’t sugarcoat. She didn’t smile when she didn’t feel like smiling. She didn’t lie or flatter or fawn. She didn’t complain but if you asked how she was, she told you the truth. She was the most dignified person I’ve ever met. She ironed her impeccable outfits every day. She had her bedsheets pressed. She was a clean-freak. She walked faster than I did (and I walk fast). And when one part of my side of the family imploded, she comforted me as my mom: she held my hand, wiped my tears away and handed me a tissue. She made me laugh, and laughed at my jokes. She knew how much I love her daughter. I think she knew how much I loved her. I hope so—as I did—with all my heart. Rest in peace and power and your best Chanel suit, my darling mother, my friend, my family. | Posted on 19/Feb/2025 10:42:30