Kirstie Alley Dies Of Cancer At 71

On December 5, 2022, Kirstie's children announced the devastating news of their mother's death. In a family statement, they made it known that the actress passed away following a battle with cancer, which was only recently discovered. Next, Kirstie's kids explained that the actress received so much love before her demise. According to the statement, she was surrounded by her closest family and fought with great strength.

Furthermore, the Hollywood star's children spoke about Kirstie's life away from the big screen. In their words:

"As iconic as she was on screen, she was an even more amazing mother and grandmother. Our mother's zest and passion for life, her children, and grandchildren, and her many animals, not to mention her eternal joy of creating were unparalleled."

Lastly, the actress's family thanked everyone for their love and prayers, asking that the public respects their privacy.

Kirstie was one woman who knew her onions when it came to acting. Also, her show of love and kindness to people around her left amazing impressions in the beneficiaries' hearts. Since she passed away, many of her colleagues have paid their heartfelt tributes. Upon hearing the news of her death, Ted Danson told Deadline he was sad but grateful for the times she made him laugh, adding that he would miss her. 

Another Cheers castmate, Kelsey Grammer said he always believed grief for a public figure was private, but he could boldly say he loved her. Other stars including Rhea Perlman and John Travolta also paid tribute to Kirstie.

Kirstie's career in entertainment spanned decades and throughout that time, she appeared in many movies and television shows like Fat Actress, Scream Queens, Veronica's Closet, etc. However, fans will always remember the actress's breakout role as bar manager and cocktail waitress, Rebecca Howe in Cheers.

Kirstie joined the series in 1987 and appeared in 147 episodes before the show ended a few years later in 1993.

Kirstie was a two-time Emmy Award winner taking home the trophy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Cheers in 1991. The second Emmy Award was for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Special for her role as Sally Goodson in David's Mother in 1994. One year later, Kirstie received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. 

Considering her impact in the movie industry and on her friends and family, Kirstie will always be loved and remembered. May her soul rest in peace.