Sad information out of the TV world immediately because it has been revealed that actress Annie Wersching has died at 45.
Deadline first reported the information.
Wersching was identified with most cancers in 2020 and continued to work on The Rookie and Star Trek: Picard.
Stephen Full, Wersching’s husband, issued a press release.
“There is a cavernous hole in the soul of this family today. But she left us the tools to fill it,” the assertion reads.
“She found wonder in the simplest moment. She didn’t require music to dance.”
“She taught us not to wait for adventure to find you. ‘Go find it. It’s everywhere.’ And find it we shall.”
“As I drove our boys, the true loves of her life, down the winding driveway and street, she would yell BYE! until we were out of earshot and into the world. I can still hear it ringing. Bye my Buddie. ‘I love you little family…’ “
Wersching had a powerful checklist of TV credit throughout her time within the highlight.
One of her hottest roles was on 24 as Renee Walker.
Wersching was a late addition to the FOX drama, however she made a huge effect.
Jon Cassar, director, and producer of 24, additionally paid tribute.
“My heart is broken in more pieces than I can count. Annie came into my world with an open heart and a contagious smile. Brandishing such talent, she took my breath away,” Jon’s tribute reads.
“Annie became more than a workmate, she became a real friend to me, my family and every cast and crew member that worked with her.”
“She’ll be truly missed by them and the fans she always found time to interact with. Annie you’ll be missed, you left your mark, and we’re all the better for it.”
Annie had a recurring position on The Vampire Diaries as Damon and Stefan’s mom, Lily Salvatore.
Lily was a pivotal a part of the penultimate season of the sequence.
Julie Plec, co-creator of TVD, stated in a tribute that Annie’s work on 24 made her wish to forged the star.
“I became a fan from ’24’ and was lucky to be able to have Annie play mama to two of the hottest vamps in town,” Plec Tweeted, sharing a hyperlink to a fundraiser for Annie’s household.
“This go fund me is for her family. RIP Annie, you wonderful soul.”
The Rookie showrunner Alexi Hawley additionally paid tribute on social media.
“Such sad news,” he wrote.
“Annie was part of The Rookie family. A special person and true talent who brought joy to our set and elevated every scene she was in.”
Annie had a memorable position on the ABC drama as Rosalind Dyer.
Additional TV credit included Frasier, Angel, Charmed, Supernatural, General Hospital, NCIS, Hawaii Five-0, Revolution, Castle, Bosch, Timeless, and Runaways.
Wersching additionally portrayed Tess within the authentic Last of Us online game.
We lengthen our ideas and prayers to Annie Wersching’s household and buddies throughout this tough time.
Paul Dailly is the Associate Editor for TV Fanatic. Follow him on Twitter.
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