About Marilyn Murray Willison

Marilyn Murray Willison

Marilyn Murray Willison

Marilyn Murray Willison, a UCLA graduate, is a six-time award-winning author and former international journalist, who has a unique perspective when it comes to the complicated issues regarding America’s seniors. Her byline has appeared in over 25 publications on both sides of the Atlantic, and her opinion pieces, personality profiles and celebrity interviews have reached millions of readers.

Since 1984, Willison has lived with multiple sclerosis, which has given her a unique perspective on dealing with the myriad challenges that accompany a disability. As former health and fitness editor for the Los Angeles Times syndicate, Willison brings both a personal and professional background to her columns for seniors. 

As a wife, mother and grandmother, Willison approaches aging with an optimistic curiosity and an undisguised enthusiasm. Visit her website at www.marilynwillison.com.

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Seventy Apr 03, 2026

For four very happy decades, a substantial part of my career was spent critiquing recently published books. I'm one of those people who just can't stop recommending titles to others — which now includes you. One particular book was published in... Read More

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Do Re Mi Fa Sol La Ti Do Mar 27, 2026

Did you have music lessons when you were a youngster? For most of the last century, it is reported, 15% to 20% of high school students nationally participated in some sort of music education. That means an estimated 80% of America's adult population ... Read More

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Stroke 101: Part 1 Mar 20, 2026

I never run out of ideas for my column because the topic of positive aging covers so many aspects of life. But every now and then, I can't help but feel that the universe is nudging me to address a particular topic. The reason I've decided to explore... Read More

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Why Not Write Your Life? Mar 13, 2026

When I'm not writing columns or working on my books, I devote a lot of time to helping seniors commit their life stories to paper. Currently, over a half a dozen of my local first-time authors have completed and published their memoirs. When I turne... Read More