Legendary actress Diane Ladd, known for her versatility on screen and stage, has passed away at the age of 89. Her daughter and fellow actress Laura Dern confirmed the news in a statement, sharing heartfelt memories of her mother as an "amazing hero" and "profound gift of a mother."
Born to be bold, Ladd's acting career spanned decades, from stage performances to television and eventually, film. One of her earliest breakthroughs came with Martin Scorsese's 1974 classic "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," for which she earned an Oscar nomination for supporting actress as the fiery waitress Flo.
As her career progressed, Ladd took on a wide range of roles in films like "Chinatown" and "Primary Colors." These performances not only showcased her acting prowess but also solidified her position among Hollywood's elite. Her distinctive voice and presence continued to captivate audiences in movies like "Wild at Heart" and "Rambling Rose," earning her multiple award nominations.
Throughout her illustrious career, Diane Ladd left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by those who knew and admired her. Her passing marks the end of an era in Hollywood, but her incredible body of work remains as a testament to her talent and dedication to her craft.
Born to be bold, Ladd's acting career spanned decades, from stage performances to television and eventually, film. One of her earliest breakthroughs came with Martin Scorsese's 1974 classic "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," for which she earned an Oscar nomination for supporting actress as the fiery waitress Flo.
As her career progressed, Ladd took on a wide range of roles in films like "Chinatown" and "Primary Colors." These performances not only showcased her acting prowess but also solidified her position among Hollywood's elite. Her distinctive voice and presence continued to captivate audiences in movies like "Wild at Heart" and "Rambling Rose," earning her multiple award nominations.
Throughout her illustrious career, Diane Ladd left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by those who knew and admired her. Her passing marks the end of an era in Hollywood, but her incredible body of work remains as a testament to her talent and dedication to her craft.
she was like the ultimate legend in my eyes growing up watching her in Wild at Heart and Rambling Rose with Nicolas Cage 
my grandma used to take me to these old movies and she'd say "look, this is a real actress" 
and I just love how she got that Oscar nom for Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore 
Laura Dern is literally her daughter and I've seen so many interviews with her about her mom's legacy 
it's crazy to think Diane Ladd was only 89 tho 
that's like, ancient 
anyway can we talk about how iconic she was? 
she was truly an iconic actress, i mean have you seen 'Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore'? 
that movie is a classic! I've always been fascinated by her ability to bring characters to life on screen. and can we talk about how underrated she was? 
i mean, multiple award nominations but not as much recognition as some of her peers... still, her legacy lives on through her amazing work 
anyway diane ladd may be gone but her impact on cinema will never be forgotten, that's just the way it is when someone leaves such an incredible mark 
... what a legend! I mean, 89 is old for someone who's still rocking the acting world, you know? 
She must've left a huge part of herself in those iconic roles - Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore is like, forever classic 
What an amazing tribute to her mom from her! 
Anyway, Diane Ladd was one talented bird and I'm so grateful she gave us so many unforgettable performances 
just saw the news about Diane Ladd and I gotta say, it's crazy how fast time flies... 89 feels like ancient history, right? 
anyway, I always thought she was one of those actresses who got lost in the annals of time, you know? all that talent and no real tech integrations to her work... kinda weird for a Hollywood legend 
i mean, can u imagine her starring in a VR film or something? 
, at least we got to see so much of her amazing work 
Oh no... I just found out about Diane Ladd's passing 
Laura Dern must be so sad losing her mom 
. I mean, 89 is old, but the woman was still out there killing it on screen until the very end 
. And can we talk about that iconic role in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore"? She brought so much depth and fire to that character, it's still giving me chills thinking about it 
. It's crazy to think we won't get to see her bring that same level of energy and passion to a project anymore 
. Anyway, it's sad we won't get to see her on screen again, but at least her work is gonna keep living on forever 
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. Anyway, it's just sad that we won't get to see more of her amazing work anymore... RIP Diane 
her performance as Flo was so iconic!! i also loved her in 'Rambling Rose', she had this whole other side to her that was just so captivating 
but at least we have all these amazing movies to remember her by, right? 
- she's been killing it in movies and TV shows for years. Rest in peace, Diane Ladd. Your legacy is safe 
, and it's crazy to think she got an Oscar nom for a supporting role back in 74 
. It's crazy to think she was 89 and still bringing such greatness to the screen