In the final chapters of Errol Rappaport’s extraordinary life, one truth remained as constant and clear as ever: his unshakable belief in Quinn Lemley. The glamorous, powerhouse performer who captivated audiences with her stage presence and timeless allure was also the woman Errol stood behind—quietly, loyally, and passionately—for years. But even as his health declined, his greatest concern wasn’t for himself. It was for her.
“She must keep going.”
That’s what he told friends, doctors, family—anyone who would listen. Quinn’s voice, her artistry, her radiant gift for storytelling—these were treasures Errol knew the world still needed. And he made it known, right to the very end, that her journey could not pause because of his.
It was classic Errol: a man of infinite heart, who found joy not in being in the spotlight himself, but in lifting others into it. And no one mattered more to him than Quinn.
Throughout their two years long friendship, Errol was more than a supporter—he was a pillar. He believed in her long before the marquees, the tours, and the standing ovations. Whether it was her iconic portrayal of Rita Hayworth, the seductive sparkle of “Burlesque to Broadway,” or the intimate nightclub sets where she poured her soul into every note, Errol was there. Applauding. Encouraging. Protecting. Promoting. He was her biggest fan—but also her fiercest advocate.
And so, in those final weeks, as his voice grew quieter, his message only grew louder: “Don’t stop. Don’t slow down. The world still needs what you have to give.”
For Errol, Quinn’s talent wasn’t just entertainment—it was purpose. It was legacy. He saw her not only as a remarkable performer but as a woman of strength, elegance, and endless reinvention. He understood that through her art, she carried not just her own story—but his too. And now, in the echo of his passing, she carries his wish: to keep going full speed ahead.
Though devastated by his loss, Quinn knows this is what he would want. To keep stepping onto the stage. To keep creating. To keep honoring the dreams they shared and the love that anchored them. Every spotlight she walks into now carries a part of him. Every note, every standing ovation, every moment of triumph—they are all shared.
Errol Rappaport may no longer be standing in the wings, but his presence will never leave the theater of Quinn’s life. His spirit—steady, generous, deeply devoted—will forever be part of her journey. Because his final act wasn’t about saying goodbye. It was about giving her one last standing ovation… and telling her to keep going.
And she will.
For Errol. For herself. For the legacy they built together.
