Woman watched TV for 35 years … while dead
Here’s a story that sounds like something out of The Twilight Zone. The episode could be titled “No Man Is an Island?” Or maybe “Perchance to Dream,” although that title was already taken.
It’s the story of Hedviga Golik, a woman who brewed herself a cup of tea, then settled down to watch some relaxing TV in her hometown of Zagreb, Croatia. Apparently, the show was either really boring or the tea was ultra-relaxing, because Golik died that same night.
Okay, all this sounds plausible, but not this next part: According to an Associated Press report, forensics experts believe Golik likely died in 1973. Her mummified body was just found, 35 years later.
Police said Friday that no one ever reported Golik missing, and no one has come to claim her body. Residents of her loft building in downtown Zagreb had broken into her flat after deciding the apartment should belong to them. Startled by the remains (I can imagine), they called the police.
Expert Davor Strinovic said Golik seemed to have died of natural causes, but “it’s almost impossible to say for certain” after so much time. Some of her neighbors claimed she had talked about going abroad.
Like me, you’re probably wondering a few things:
- Did no one smell the decaying body? Apparently not. Experts said her windows had been open, likely diminishing the stench. (But they were open for 35 years?)
- Who was paying her bills all that time? That’s still unclear, as is the identity of the apartment’s owner. In the 1970’s, when Golik allegedly died, apartments were state-owned.
- What show was she watching when she died? Well, given the year, it’s possible she was watching an episode of The Twilight Zone. Hey, those shows can be pretty terrifying. I’m betting it was “Nightmare at 20,000 Feet.” Certainly scared the crap out of me.
- What will happen to the apartment now? The remaining tenants (still living, to my knowledge) argue that the apartment should be divided among them. Really? They’re that hard up for housing?
And of course, the big question: Is the human race becoming so isolated that no one notices a dead neighbor after 35 years? In Croatia, that certainly appears to be true.
New promo for The Cleveland Show - VIDEO
Finally, a new teaser for the much anticipated Family Guy spin-off, The Cleveland Show. Actually, “anticipated” is probably a strong word since American Dad has already destroyed my faith in Seth MacFarlane’s ability to produce another hit. Frankly, I don’t see how The Cleveland Show could possibly be worse than American Dad.
“New” probably isn’t the right word either since the following video looks like something that most likely aired during last month’s upfronts. But hey - I hadn’t seen it yet, so it’s new to me. Complaining aside, I’m pumped for this show and the preview doesn’t disappoint. The idea of Cleveland packing his bags and heading south to marry a woman he hasn’t seen since high school is hilarious to me. Bears and British folks as neighbors? This could work. Video and full description from FOX after the jump.
“The Cleveland Show (Sundays, Spring ’09 on FOX): Many years ago, Cleveland Brown (voiced by Mike Henry) was a high school student madly in love with a beautiful girl named Donna. Much to his dismay, his love went unrequited, and Donna wound up marrying another man. Cleveland once told Donna he would always love her, and if this man ever done her wrong, he’d be there when she called. Well, this man done her wrong. Donna’s husband skipped town with another woman, leaving Donna with a daughter and a baby. Now she’s come to Cleveland and offered him another chance at love. Unattached after the Loretta-Quagmire debacle and true to his word, Cleveland joyously accepts and he and Cleveland Jr. move to Stoolbend, VA, to join their new family. Once in Stoolbend, Cleveland has a few surprises in store for him, including a flirtatious new stepdaughter, a 5-year-old stepson who loves the ladies, as well as a collection of neighbors that includes a loudmouth redneck couple, a British family seemingly stuck in the Victorian era and a family of bears living at the end of the block. Family Guy was only the beginning. Get ready for The Cleveland Show!”
Hilary Duff Gets a Natural Workout
Hilary Duff Gets a Natural Workout
Showing off her bulging biceps, Hilary Duff was spotted keeping busy in Toluca Lake on Friday morning (June 6).
The “War, Inc.” actress toted belongings to a new spot in the upscale neighborhood (possibly for her sister Haylie) - going back and forth to the new home, which is very close to Ashley Tisdale’s parent’s pad.
Throughout the move, Duff could be seen greeting friends and giving a big hug to Miss Tisdale’s mom before continuing on with her laborious ways.
According to an onlooker, “An officer from Post alarm showed up later on as well - helping Hilary before joining in on a long chat with the neighbors.”
Orlando Bloom Upsets His Neighbors
Orlando Bloom Upsets His Neighbors
You’d think that shelling out nearly $3 million for a house would entitle you to do as you please with the new property. But when people like Charlize Theron and Scarlett Johansson live next door, things are a little stricter.
Orlando Bloom has reportedly painted his Hollywood mansion black, a stark contrast to the gleaming white houses surrounding his property.
And according to an inside source, his celebrity neighbors are none too excited about his choice for exterior paint. “Charlize and Scarlett were a bit taken aback. Most go for white, but Orlando went completely the other way. It’s a bit weird, but that’s Orlando - he’s an original guy.”
Perhaps with his taste in décor, the 30-year-old “Pirates of the Caribbean” actor would be better suited living next to Marilyn Manson.