I have to interrupt my musical meanderings to pay tribute to one of the voices of my generation, and a personal hero of mine, John Hughes. He passed away suddenly yesterday in Manhattan at the age of 59. John Hughes was a prolific writer and director of films that defined the 80's generation. Pretty in Pink and Ferris Bueller's Day Off are considered classic movies amongst people my age, and just about everyone I know can spout lines from The Breakfast Club at will. It was easy to identify with so many of his characters, even if they didn't seem like you on the surface. He reminded us that everyone goes through the same kinds of experiences, and that we all matter. He spoke to us and he spoke for us. He will be sorely missed.
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