The cost of fur

Re “A Real Drama Queen” (April 6) about Elaine Stritch: The article says, “And why isn’t anyone keeping an eye on the fur coat she’s thrown casually on one of the banquettes? Exasperation, even more than Blackglama, seems to become this theatrical legend most.”

Well, it’s definitely not compassion that this woman is exhibiting. I wonder if she was aware of the horrific ways in which animals are brutalized and killed to make fur coats whether she would be so casual about it.

Her reputation is only tarnished by wearing fur. A classy legend wouldn’t go near one.

Heather Hancock

Los Angeles