In brief
Former model and actress Dayle Haddon, known for her iconic work in fashion during the 1970s, has passed away in Pennsylvania following a carbon monoxide leak at her daughter's home. Authorities reported the incident on Friday, revealing that a 76-year-old woman was found deceased in a bedroom, while a 76-year-old man is critically ill in a New Jersey hospital.
The local police responded early in the morning to the emergency call, discovering Haddon unresponsive on the second floor of a detached building in Bucks County. The hospitalized man, identified as Walter J. Blucas—related to Haddon through her daughter Ryan Haddon—was also affected by the toxic gas, which resulted from a faulty exhaust pipe in the heating system.Emergency responders encountered high levels of carbon monoxide, leading to the hospitalization of two medics. Officers at the scene also received treatment for exposure. Haddon, who began her career in Quebec and achieved fame as a model for brands like Estée Lauder and L'Oreal, was remembered by her daughter as having "a pure heart" and "a life well lived". Her career spanned decades, with notable appearances in Sports Illustrated and Vogue Paris and featured roles in films such as "The World's Greatest Athlete" and "North Dallas Forty". Ryan Haddon expressed her heartfelt tribute on social media, emphasizing her mother's spirit and the impact she had on those around her.Haddon's legacy as a pioneering figure in the fashion industry will be missed, and the investigation into the tragic accident continues.
