A loss felt by many. Kirstie Alley’s former costars, including Tim Allen, Kristin Chenoweth and John Travolta are morning her death after news broke on Monday, December 5, that she’d died at age 71.
“We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered,” Alley’s daughters, William “True” Stevenson and Lillie Stevenson, announced 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.”
The family concluded: “Our mother’s zest and passion for life, her children, grandchildren and her many animals, not to mention her eternal joy of creating, were unparalleled and leave us inspired to live life to the fullest just as she did.”
The Cheers alum’s famous friends and fellow Hollywood stars were quick to pay homage to her life’s work and her vivacious personality.
“A sweet soul pass[es] on in Kristie Alley,” Allen, 69, who was Alley’s costar in 1997’s For Richer or Poorer, tweeted on Monday. “Sad, sad news.”
Chenoweth, meanwhile, revealed via Instagram, “I can’t believe you’re gone.” The 54-year-old Oklahoma native, who briefly starred alongside the late actress on two episodes of Kirstie, also shared photos from the comedy, which ran from 2013 to 2014.
Travolta is another one of Alley’s closest confidants who made a cameo on the TVLand show, which was canceled after one season. The Grease star, 68, and the Kansas native, however, were best known for their work on 1989’s Look Who’s Talking and 1990’s Look Who’s Talking Too.
“Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I’ve ever had,” Travolta wrote via social media on Monday alongside a carousal of photos from their decades-long friendship.
Clancy Brown, who acted with the Veronica’s Closet alum on more than one occasion posted a throwback picture from their 1988 film, Shoot to Kill. “She was beautiful in so many ways,” Brown, 63, recalled via Instagram. “There was no one like her on earth.”
Alley is survived by her children, True, 30, and Lillie, 28, whom she shared with ex-husband Parker Stevenson. The exes, who split in 1997 after 14 years of marriage also shared three grandchildren.
Scroll down to see which celebrities sent their well-wishes following the Emmy winner’s death:
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Kirstie Alley Dead at 71: Tim Allen, Kristin Chenoweth, John Travolta and More Stars React
A loss felt by many. Kirstie Alley’s former costars, including Tim Allen, Kristin Chenoweth and John Travolta are morning her death after news broke on Monday, December 5, that she’d died at age 71.
“We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered,” Alley’s daughters, William “True” Stevenson and Lillie Stevenson, announced 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.”
The family concluded: “Our mother’s zest and passion for life, her children, grandchildren and her many animals, not to mention her eternal joy of creating, were unparalleled and leave us inspired to live life to the fullest just as she did.”
The Cheers alum’s famous friends and fellow Hollywood stars were quick to pay homage to her life’s work and her vivacious personality.
“A sweet soul pass[es] on in Kristie Alley,” Allen, 69, who was Alley’s costar in 1997’s For Richer or Poorer, tweeted on Monday. “Sad, sad news.”
Chenoweth, meanwhile, revealed via Instagram, “I can’t believe you’re gone.” The 54-year-old Oklahoma native, who briefly starred alongside the late actress on two episodes of Kirstie, also shared photos from the comedy, which ran from 2013 to 2014.
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Travolta is another one of Alley’s closest confidants who made a cameo on the TVLand show, which was canceled after one season. The Grease star, 68, and the Kansas native, however, were best known for their work on 1989’s Look Who’s Talking and 1990’s Look Who’s Talking Too.
“Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I’ve ever had,” Travolta wrote via social media on Monday alongside a carousal of photos from their decades-long friendship.
Clancy Brown, who acted with the Veronica’s Closet alum on more than one occasion posted a throwback picture from their 1988 film, Shoot to Kill. “She was beautiful in so many ways,” Brown, 63, recalled via Instagram. “There was no one like her on earth.”
Alley is survived by her children, True, 30, and Lillie, 28, whom she shared with ex-husband Parker Stevenson. The exes, who split in 1997 after 14 years of marriage also shared three grandchildren.
Scroll down to see which celebrities sent their well-wishes following the Emmy winner’s death:
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Jamie Lee Curtis
“I’ve just heard the sad news that Kirstie Alley has died. She was a great comic foil in @tvscreamqueens and a beautiful mama bear in her very real life,” the Scream Queens alum, 64, revealed via Instagram about her former costar. “She helped me buy onesies for my family that year for Christmas. We agreed to disagree about some things but had a mutual respect and connection. Sad news.”
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Tim Allen
The Home Improvement alum sent “prayers for all her family” via Twitter.
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Yvette Nicole Brown
“Wow. This is shocking news,” the Community alum, 51, wrote via Twitter alongside a news story about Alley’s passing.
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John Travolta
“I love you Kirstie,” the Saturday Night Fever actor wrote via his Instagram tribute. “I know we will see each other again.”
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Kristin Chenoweth
“I love you, Kirstie,” the Broadway star wrote via Instagram. “I will see you again someday.”
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Travis Tritt
“Shocked and saddened by the news of Kirstie Alley,” the country crooner, 59, tweeted.
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Megyn Kelly
“This is such sad news. A beautiful, brave, funny and beloved woman,” the 52-year-old journalist tweeted. “Rest in Peace, Kirstie Alley.”
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Clancy Brown
“I loved working with her,” the actor, who also starred in 1996’s Radiant City with the late actress, added. “My condolences to the family.”
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Jackee Harry
“Whether you agreed with her or not, Kirstie Alley was an undeniable talent who brought joy to many — through the screen and with her warm, hilarious spirit,” the Sister, Sister alum, 66, wrote via social media. “RIP, luv. You were one of a kind.”
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Adam Carolla
“I felt lucky to know you @kirstiealley,” the 58-year-old comedian tweeted. “Rest in peace, my friend. 💔.”