Diane Ladd Died: Hollywood is mourning the loss of legendary actress Diane Ladd Died. passed away at the age of 89 only three months after the death of her husband, Robert Charles Hunter, at 77.
Ladd’s daughter, Laura Dern, confirmed the heartbreaking news in a statement on Monday, November 3. “My mother passed away with me beside her this morning at her home in Ojai, California,” Dern shared.
“She was the greatest daughter, mother, grandmother, actress, artist, and empathetic spirit that only dreams could have seemingly created. We were blessed to have her. She is flying with her angels now.”
Who was Robert Charles Hunter?
Robert Charles Hunter was the former CEO of PepsiCo Food Systems, passed away on August 1 in Fort Worth, Texas, while visiting his children.
The couple, who shared a deep personal and professional bond, co-founded their production company Excel Entertainment in 1999 . the same year they were married.
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Hunter made his only on-screen appearance as a detective in David Lynch’s 2006 film Inland Empire, which starred both Ladd and Dern.
Although Ladd never issued an official statement following her husband’s death, she did share a screenshot of The Hollywood Reporter’s coverage of his passing on Instagram on August 3, a subtle but heartfelt acknowledgment of her loss.
Diane Ladd’s passing marks the end of an extraordinary life dedicated to art, family, and storytelling leaving behind a legacy that continues through her daughter, acclaimed actress Laura Dern, and her unforgettable contributions to film and television.
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