Hollywood Mourns Death Of 'Star Wars' Actress Carrie Fisher
December 27, 2016
We're mere days away from 2017, but Hollywood is mourning the loss of yet another industry staple as iconic Star Wars actress Carrie Fisher died on Tuesday morning (December 27) after suffering a heart attack, PEOPLE reported. She was 60-years-old.
Concern over Fisher's health spread on Friday (December 23) when she went into cardiac arrest during a flight from London to Los Angeles. She was removed from her flight and rushed to a nearby hospital, where she was treated for the heart attack and later died in the hospital. Shortly after Tuesday's announcement, the many heavyweights of Hollywood took to social media to tribute the late star. Take a look below!
no words #Devastated pic.twitter.com/R9Xo7IBKmh
— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher wore glitter in her hair. When I said I liked it, she ran her fingers through it and lobbed a handful at me. #TheGreatest 💔 pic.twitter.com/T7NWGdJp8w
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) December 27, 2016
i know people die everyday & no matter who it is, it's always sad for someone.. but I really hope no more creative icons/heros die in 2017 💜
— CHARLI XCX (@charli_xcx) December 27, 2016
RIP Carrie Fisher, and don't forget Richard Adams. Fine writer.
— Stephen King (@StephenKing) December 27, 2016
"There is no room for demons, when you're already self-possessed." -Carrie Fisher
— Uzo Aduba (@UzoAduba) December 27, 2016
2016 is killing me. So sad in one week losing two greats. First George Michael now Carrie fisher. So sad. I just can't 😭😭😭! Rip both of you
— AJ McLean (@skulleeroz) December 27, 2016
Sweet, Brilliant, Irreverent, Huge hearted Carrie, You gave me advice I live by to this day, & always will. On the wings of angels fly...❤️
— Sarah Paulson (@MsSarahPaulson) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher was smart, funny, talented, surprising, and always a hell of a fun time to be around. Family Guy will miss her immensely.
— Seth MacFarlane (@SethMacFarlane) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher has passed, she was funnier&smarter than anyone had the right to be. Sail On Silver Girl. Condolences Debbie & Billie
— Whoopi Goldberg (@WhoopiGoldberg) December 27, 2016
R.I.P.
Numb. Unbelievable that such a bright funny loving spark could be extinguished. @carrieffisher you will be missed. I wish you peace.
— graham norton (@grahnort) December 27, 2016
She was a walking masterclass. Remained so upbeat throughout her life and career. Unapologetically Carrie Fisher. Always.
— Jordan Fisher (@Jordan_Fisher) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher dedicated her platform to mental health awareness & female empowerment. She is a reason + reminder to keep up your fight. RIP
— h (@halsey) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher. RIP. What a talent. What a year. pic.twitter.com/yEFfv2GN6K
— Zach Braff (@zachbraff) December 27, 2016
.@CarriefFisher was a brilliant writer, actor, and friend. She was so much fun. I can't believe she's gone. https://t.co/wpxGvBWA0b
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) December 27, 2016
If I heard Carrie Fisher was going to make an appearance I wanted to see it. U know ur special when Meryl Streep plays YOU in a movie. RIP.
— billy eichner (@billyeichner) December 27, 2016
thoughts and prayers to Carrie Fisher's family
— Ryan Seacrest (@RyanSeacrest) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher "Ugh,will everybody stop all of this?"
— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) December 27, 2016
Us "no, let us gush, you just have to take it"
Devastated by the world's loss of @carrieffisher, a fierce, funny, brilliant actress and activist who is gone too soon.
— Christian Slater (@ChristianSlater) December 27, 2016
"Celebrity is just obscurity biding it's time" - Carrie Fisher
— mia farrow (@MiaFarrow) December 27, 2016
Our hearts are heavy hearing about the loss of our friend Carrie Fisher. Sending our best to all of her loved ones. pic.twitter.com/yPL2gntzH6
— GLAAD (@glaad) December 27, 2016
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