Mimi Hines, Comedian and Actress, Dies at 91

Mimi Hines, the acclaimed Canadian comedian and actress known for her role as Fanny Brice in Broadway's 'Funny Girl', passed away at 91 due to natural causes at her Las Vegas home. She gained fame alongside her husband Phil Ford, performing on 'The Tonight Show' where her rendition of 'Till There Was You' moved host Jack Paar to tears, leading to a successful career in nightclubs and television. Hines took over the role of Brice in 1965, earning accolades during her 18-month run on Broadway. In addition to 'Funny Girl', she starred in numerous productions, including 'I Do! I Do!', 'Hello, Dolly!', and 'Follies', and made appearances on shows like 'Frasier'. Her contributions to the entertainment industry were recently honored with a star on the Palm Springs Walk of Fame. A ceremony celebrating her life and career is planned in the near future.