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Acclaimed Actress Diane Ladd's Cause of Death Revealed: Chronic Respiratory Failure
18 Nov
Summary
- Diane Ladd, Oscar-nominated actress, passed away on Nov. 3, 2023
- Cause of death was chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ladd's daughter, Laura Dern, remembered her as an "amazing hero" and "profound gift"
In November 2023, the entertainment world mourned the passing of acclaimed actress Diane Ladd, who died at the age of 89. Ladd's cause of death has now been revealed as chronic hypoxic respiratory failure, with interstitial lung disease and esophageal dysmotility cited as contributing factors.
Ladd, a prolific actress with a six-decade career, was known for her Oscar-nominated performances in films like "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore" and "Wild at Heart." Her daughter, actress Laura Dern, shared the news of her mother's passing and remembered Ladd as her "amazing hero" and a "profound gift of a mother."
Ladd's ex-husband, Bruce Dern, also paid tribute to the late actress, describing her as a "tremendous" performer who was a "bit of a 'hidden treasure' until she ran into David Lynch." Dern noted that when Lynch cast Ladd in "Wild at Heart," it felt like the world truly understood her brilliance.
