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Jessica Walter
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- Jessica Walter died at the age of 80.
- His daughter, Brooke Bowman, confirmed the news. “An active actress for more than six decades, her greatest pleasure was bringing joy to others through her storytelling both on screen and off,” she said.
- The star appeared in many television shows and movies, including that of Clint Eastwood. Play Misty for me, but she was best known for her role as Lucille Bluth, a martini drinker, in Development arrested.
American actress Jessica Walter, best known to modern audiences as the scathing grandmother of the cult comedy. Development arrested, died at age 80, his agent told AFP on Thursday.
The Emmy-winning actress appeared in dozens of TV shows and movies including Clint Eastwood Play Misty for me and his prominent role in 1966 Big prize, before portraying the deranged Lucille Bluth drinking martini in Development arrested.
“It is with great regret that I confirm the passing of my beloved mother Jessica,” her daughter Brooke Bowman said in a statement.
“An active actress for over six decades, her greatest pleasure was bringing joy to others through her storytelling both on and off screen.
“While her legacy will live on through her work, she will also be remembered by many for her wit, class, and overall joie de vivre.”
The unconventional story of a rich and deeply dysfunctional Californian family, Development arrested won critical acclaim during its original Fox run before it was canceled in 2006.
After a passionate campaign from its legion of fans, the show was revived on Netflix for two more seasons, and regularly ranks among the most influential modern television sitcoms.
The show starred Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, Michael Cera and Portia de Rossi, with executive producer Ron Howard as the narrator.
“She was a force, and her talent and opportunity were unmatched. Rest In Peace Mama Bluth,” her co-star Tony Hale tweeted.
“I love you Gangie,” Alia Shawkat added, using the family’s affectionate nickname for Lucille.
