Piper Laurie dead aged 91 after long illness fight: ‘She was a glorious human being’
Piper Laurie has died aged 91. The Emmy-winning actress, best known for her work in David Lynch’s iconic TV series ‘Twin Peaks’ and in Brian de Palma’s ‘Carrie’, passed away on Saturday (14.10.23) after a long battle with illness. Her manager Marion Rosenberg confirmed the news of her death in a statement that praised the star as “one of the most remarkable and versatile actresses of her day”, as well as a “brilliant and creative mind: and “glorious human being”. She also stated Piper was a “beautiful human being and one of the great talents of our time”. Piper played religious fanatic Margare...