Liz Smith

Liz Smith (1923–2017) was an American gossip columnist and entertainment journalist best known for her widely syndicated column. She became a prominent voice in show-business reporting, covering celebrities, Broadway, and New York social life with a brisk, insider style. Over a long career in print media, Smith wrote for major newspapers and reached a national audience through syndication. Her work helped shape modern entertainment journalism, blending reporting, commentary, and items from the worlds of film, television, and theater. Recognized as a fixture of celebrity news, she remained active for decades and was closely associated with the New York media scene.