Kirstie Alley, one of the 1980s and 1990s’ most enduring movie and television actresses, died at 71.
The celebrity’s children, William “True” and Lillie Parker, issued a statement announcing their mother’s death on her numerous social media platforms.
Her children reported that she died due to cancer that was only recently discovered. According to True and Lillie, Alley passed away surrounded by her closest family.
It was written to “all of our friends from all around the world…” “It is with great sadness that we must inform you that our beautiful, energetic, and much-loved mother has died after a prolonged battle with cancer.”
“She fought with incredible strength while surrounded by her closest family members, leaving us with the certainty of her never-ending joy of life and whatever adventures lay ahead.”
Despite her legendary status in the entertainment industry, she was an even better mother and grandmother. We are appreciative to Moffitt Cancer Center’s great team of medical professionals for the therapy they provided.
“Our mother’s vitality and excitement for life were unequaled, as were her children, grandkids, and innumerable animals, not to mention her limitless joy in creating. As a result, we are motivated to live as fully as she did.”
“We would like to express our gratitude for all of your love and prayers, and we would appreciate it if you would respect our privacy during this terrible time. Always and forever, with love.”
Throughout the 1980s, Kirstie worked in both movies and television shows. Her most notable appearances, however, were as Rebecca Howe on Cheers and in films such as Drop Dead Gorgeous and David’s Mother, for which she received an Emmy Award.
She has been in several television shows, including Veronica’s Closet and Scream Queens, as well as her own failed sitcom Kirstie.
The actress was a regular on television, and she even finished second on the twelfth season of Dancing with the Stars and the second season of Celebrity Big Brother. She was a pillar in the industry.
Kirstie’s first marriage to Bob Alley ended in divorce, and her second marriage to Parker Stevenson ended in 1997. She became the adoptive mother of True and Lillie, as well as the grandmother of True’s son Waylon, due to her connection with Parker.
We’ll never forget you, Kirstie Alley.
