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Her children confirmed Kirstie Allie’s death on Monday evening. “As iconic as she was on screen, she was an even more amazing mother and grandmother”
Kirstie Alley, Cheers and Drop Dead Gorgeous star, has died. She was 71.
Her children True and Lillie Parker announced that the actress had died of cancer.
“We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce, and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered,” they said in a statement.
“She was surrounded by her closest family and fought with great strength, leaving us with a certainty of her never-ending joy of living and whatever adventures lie ahead,” they continued. “As iconic as she was on screen, she was an even more amazing mother and grandmother.”
The children remembered their mother and her great desire to live. “Her passion for life, her children, grandchildren, and her many animals, not to mention her eternal joy of creating, was unparalleled and left us inspired to live life to the fullest just as she did.”
They also thanked the “incredible team of doctors and nurses” at the Moffitt Cancer Center.
The statement concludes with True and Lillie thanking Alley’s fans, sharing, “We thank you for your love and prayers and ask that you respect our privacy at this difficult time.”
Following the news, Alley’s friend and former costar John Travolta paid tribute to the actress on social media.
“Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I’ve ever had. I love you Kirstie,” he shared alongside a snap of the late star. “I know we will see each other again.”
Valerie Bertinelli also shared her condolences on Twitter, writing, “Oh Kirstie, Rest in Peace”
Alley rose to fame in 1987 when she starred as Rebecca Howe on NBC’s Cheers. She earned a Golden Globe for best actress and an Emmy for outstanding lead actress for her part in the Boston-based series in 1991.
She received her second Emmy win for her portrayal of Sally Goodson in David’s Mother in 1994.
Valerie Bertinelli wrote on Twitter, “Oh Kirstie, Rest in Peace.”
