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THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release December 22, 1997

STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT

Hillary and I were saddened to learn of the death of Dawn Steel. She was a pioneer in the film industry, blazing a trail of for a new generation of young women, and setting a standard of achievement for all. Our lives have been enriched by her talent, and she will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with her husband, her daughter, and with all her family.