, the actress who captivated audiences with her bold performances in films like and has died at the age of 82. Her death was announced by friend , who has set up a GoFundMe page to help defray funeral costs. Here’s Souther’s statement:
“Valerie Perrine gave everything she had to her craft, her fans, and her life — with grace, humor, and an indomitable spirit that
Parkinson’s itself could never fully extinguish. Let’s make sure her final chapter is written with the same dignity and love that she gave to all of us.”
Born September 3, 1943, in Galveston, Texas, Valerie Perrine grew up with a passion for performance and entertainment. She began her career as a dancer and showgirl in Las Vegas before transitioning into acting. Her breakthrough came in 1974 when she starred as Honey Bruce in ‘Lenny,’ opposite . Her fearless and emotionally layered performance earned her an Academy Award nomination and established her as one of the most compelling actresses of her time.
Selected Movies and TV Shows Featuring Valerie Perrine:
- (1972)
- (1974)
- (1978)
- '' (1981)
- (1987)
- (1995)
- (1996)
- (1999)
- (2000)
- '' (2006)
