Laura Dern Announces the Passing of Her Mother, Diane Ladd
Los Angeles, CA – Actress Laura Dern shared the heartbreaking news this morning of the passing of her mother, acclaimed actress Diane ladd. Ladd died peacefully at her home in Ojai, California, with Dern by her side. she was 86 years old.
Diane Ladd’s death marks the end of a remarkable career spanning decades and leaves a notable void in the world of American cinema.A prolific character actress, Ladd was known for her raw emotionality and dedication to her craft, earning numerous accolades including an Academy Award nomination for her role in 1990’s Wild at Heart. Her influence extends beyond her on-screen work, as a mentor to aspiring actors and a champion for women in the industry.
Dern released a statement this morning, sharing her grief and celebrating her mother’s life: “My amazing hero and my profound gift of a mother, Diane Ladd, passed with me beside her this morning, at her home in Ojai, Ca.”
She continued,“She was the greatest daughter,mother,grandmother,actress,artist and empathetic spirit that only dreams could have seemingly created.” dern concluded with a poignant reflection on her mother’s legacy: “We were blessed to have her.She is flying with her angels now.”
Born in Shelby, North Carolina, Ladd began her acting career in the 1960s, quickly establishing herself as a versatile performer. She appeared in numerous films and television shows, including Chinatown (1974), Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore (1974), and more recently, the HBO series Big Little Lies alongside her daughter, Laura Dern.
Details regarding memorial services will be announced at a later date.
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