Actress Teri Garr died at the age of 79 after the fight against MS

Actress Teri Garr died at the age of 79 after the fight against MS

In a tragic loss for the film world, the talented actress Teri Garr died at the age of 79. Garr, known from hits such as «Totsie» and «Mr. Mom », succumbed to her long fight against nerve disease multiple sclerosis (MS) in Los Angeles, as her spokeswoman Heidi Schaeffer confirmed. The death of the talented actress shakes the entertainment industry and leaves a gap that can only fill a few.

Teri Garr started her brilliant career in the 1960s, where she played alongside Elvis Presley in the legendary film musical "Great Nights in Las Vegas". In the 1970s, she conquered the hearts of the audience with supporting roles in remarkable films such as “Frankenstein Junior” and “Eerie Encounter of the Third Art”. But her perhaps the most important appearance was in the timeless comedy “Totsie” from 1982, where she shone alongside Dustin Hoffman. GAR embodied the role of Sandy, while Hoffman as a woman clad a leading role in a soap opera.

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Although “Totsie” came up with ten Oscar nominations, Garr had to give the coveted prize to Jessica Lange, but her performance was recognized equally by critics and fans. In the comedy «Mr. Mom »Garr caused a stir again when she took on the role of the ambitious housewife, who contested her husband at the top. Their versatility was also shown in the 90s when they were involved in films such as “stupid and stupid” and “Michael”.

Despite her success, Garr withdrew from the acting business due to her progressive MS disease. She bravely announced her diagnosis in 2002 in the talk show by Larry King and fought tirelessly for education about the nerve disease and for the concerns of other affected people. Her unshakable spirit and unforgettable talent will be remembered while the world moursoms for a real icon.