We're saddened to announce the passing of Marie Rudisill, our beloved "Fruitcake Lady." She died Saturday, November 3rd in Hudson, Florida. Born Edna Marie Faulk in Monroeville, Alabama, she was aunt to Truman Capote, and helped to raise him in Alabama and New York City when he was still young.

She made millions of viewers laugh appearing regularly on "The Tonight Show" in her "Ask The Fruitcake Lady" segments. She began her career in television at 89, teaching Jay and Mel Gibson how to make fruitcake. She went on to do cooking segments with Tom Cruise, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Hugh Grant.

Marie is survived by son James, three grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Our deepest condolences go out to her family and her fans. She will be truely missed by all of us.

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Remembering The Fruitcake Lady
Marie Rudisill has made millions of viewers laugh. Watch some of her classic moments.

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Cooking with The Fruitcake Lady
Ever wonder why fruitcakes get a bad rap? See why when Jay & Mel Gibson mix it up w/ Marie.

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Ask The Fruitcake Lady #1
Sassy Marie Rudisill lends some spicey advice on profanity in children and talking to houseplants.

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Ask The Fruitcake Lady #2
Marie Rudisill dishes out a good helping of smack when she addresses curing hangovers.

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Ask The Fruitcake Lady #3
Find out if spunky Marie Rudisill has been naughty or nice this fine holiday season!

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