She Loved Her Cookies Just Right: Farrah Fawcett's Unique Taste
Let me tell you something about Farrah Fawcett that you might not know. The legendary actress had a thing for chocolate chip cookies—but not just any cookies. According to her former assistant, Mike Pingel, Farrah liked her cookies with a little extra crunch. "She’d say, ‘Can you burn them a little bit for me?’" Mike recalls in an interview with Closer. "She liked them a little darker around the edges." That’s the kind of detail that makes you realize how unique she was, even in something as simple as baking preferences.
From Fan to Assistant: Mike Pingel's Journey with Farrah
Mike Pingel had been a fan of Farrah Fawcett for years. So, when the opportunity arose to work as her assistant in 2005, he was understandably nervous. "I thought it would be horrible if Jill Munroe was yelling at me for something that I’d done wrong!" Mike jokes, referring to Farrah's character on Charlie’s Angels. But despite his initial fears, Mike took the meeting and was immediately won over by Farrah’s warmth. "I said yes, and we just had the best time," he says. It wasn’t long before Mike realized that Farrah wasn’t just a Hollywood icon—she was a genuinely kind and approachable person.
Farrah's Day-to-Day Life: More Than Just a Pretty Face
For three years, Mike was by Farrah’s side, helping her with everything from shopping to managing phone calls. "I was with her 24/7 during those years," he says. And despite his initial concerns, Mike quickly learned that Farrah wasn’t the kind of person to yell or lose her temper. "She was everything you wanted in a boss," he reflects. By that point, Farrah’s son, Redmond, had grown up, giving her more time to focus on her passions. "She was a wonderful artist," Mike says. "She did beautiful sculptures and paintings. She loved fashion, and we even designed some shirts together. I truly believe she was on her way to creating her own clothing brand."
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A Woman Who Knew Her Worth
Farrah wasn’t just a pretty face; she was a woman who understood her value. In 1976, her iconic red swimsuit photo sold 12 million copies, making it one of the most popular posters of all time. That same year, she helped propel Charlie’s Angels into television history, but she soon felt constrained by the show’s formula. "She had no regrets about leaving," Mike says. "Farrah always knew her worth. She told me once, ‘I’m more than just hair and teeth, Mike.’" This small-town girl from Texas had a clear understanding of who she was and what she wanted—a trait that’s even more relevant today as women continue to break barriers and redefine their roles in Hollywood.
Facing Challenges with Strength and Grace
A year into Mike’s employment, Farrah was diagnosed with anal cancer. But instead of letting the diagnosis define her, she faced it head-on. "She fought every step of the way," Mike says. Farrah sought both traditional and alternative treatments, always maintaining her faith. In 2009, she spearheaded the documentary Farrah’s Story, sharing her journey to help others battling cancer. "She wanted her experience to make a difference," Mike explains. It’s a testament to her strength and compassion that she used such a difficult time to inspire others.
