Renowned s*x and relationship expert Ruth Westheimer has died at the age of 96.
For many years “Dr. Ruth”, a well-known therapist and radio talk show host, offered seductive advice.
A star in her own right, she became a well-known pillow talker for her candor and straightforward advice.
The New York Times reported that Dr. Ruth died at her New York residence. The news was brought by its spokesperson Pierre Lehu.
In 1928, Eastman Westheimer was born in Germany. She lived through World War II and was Jewish.
She narrowly escaped concentration camps during the Holocaust before immigrating to the US as a young woman.
She believed that s*x should be valued because of some horrible experiences she had as a child.
The celebrity began her profession in her 50s by answering questions about s*x and relationships on the radio that were sent in the mail during the 1980s.
In her more than 40 publications, which include several manuals on s*xuality and health, she has discussed topics that most doctors still shy away from public discussion.
Her famous name was even used in an educational board and computer game and she used to have a regular column in Playgirl magazine.
For college students who saw her, her acceptance of an invitation to campus was often one of the highlights of the year.
It wasn’t long before her visage appeared in commercials and small roles in popular TV series and movies.
The French film One Woman or Two, starring Gerard Depardieu and Sigourney Weaver, was released in 1985 and subsequently screened in the United States.
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Dr. Ruth is known for her therapeutic style and understanding of relationships and s*x.
At the time, discussion of s*xual interactions in public was usually limited to discussing health issues or discussing behind closed doors what friends had discovered in their private lives.
Westheimer was made even more memorable by how she was portrayed—a petite, 4-foot-4 woman offering s*x advice with a light accent and a wry smile.
Her demeanor and voice were described by the Wall Street Journal as “like a cross between Henry Kissinger and a canary”.
The remarks on the woman’s radio show became part of her legacy.
“Making your partner happy is the most important thing in s*x.” “If you don’t, it will be bad for both of you,” she once informed him.
“Experience bad s*x as little as possible”
“s*xuality should be celebrated, not hidden or shamed.”
Known as: “s*xual pleasure is the most wonderful thing in the world.”
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Born Karola Ruth Siegel in Wiesenfeld, Germany on June 4, 1928, Westheimer was the only child of an Orthodox Jewish couple, Julius and Irma Siegel.
She had a happy life with her parents and grandparents before Germany began to attack Jews more harshly across the country.
She claims that after her father was taken away by the Nazis in 1938, she was treated as a second-class citizen in an orphanage in Switzerland.
She never saw her parents or grandparents again because they were murdered in Auschwitz.
Dr. Ruth later married her first husband in Israel at a young age.
But their marriage lasted only a short time.
She subsequently married a Frenchman and had a child with him, but subsequently claimed that the marriage was also unsustainable.
She eventually met Manfred Westheimer, a telecommunications engineer, after moving to New York in the 1950s.
They were married from the early 1960s until Manfred’s death in 1997.
Naomi Ruth will be missed by her four grandchildren, daughter Miriam Westheimer and son Joel Westheimer.
The departure of Dr. Ruth Westheimer marks the end of the era of s*x and relationship education. Her profound influence on how society discusses intimacy and s*xuality cannot be overstated. A trailblazer, she broke barriers and challenged taboos, bringing honest conversations about s*x into the public sphere. Through her radio shows, books, and television appearances, she has transformed the landscape of s*xual discourse, empowering individuals to embrace their desires and seek knowledge without shame.
Her unique blend of warmth, humor, and expertise endeared her to millions, making her a household name. The philosophy of Dr. Ruth focused on the belief that s*xual pleasure is a fundamental part of the human experience that should be celebrated rather than hidden. Her legacy lies not only in the advice she offered but also in the lives she touched and encouraged people to prioritize their partner’s happiness and find fulfillment in their relationships.
When we remember Dr. Ruth Westheimer, we celebrate her resilience and determination. From her harrowing experiences during the Holocaust to becoming a beloved figure in American culture, her journey is a testament to the power of vulnerability and honesty.
She leaves behind a rich legacy that will continue to inspire future generations to have open and healthy conversations about s*x and relationships. Her spirit will undoubtedly live on in the countless lives she touched, reminding us all of the importance of love, intimacy, and mutual respect.