Star Wars Actress Carrie Fisher Dies

Carrie Fisher, best known as her role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars movies, has passed away following a heart attack aboard a flight from London to Los Angeles on Friday.

In a statement released on behalf of Fisher’s daughter Billie Lourd, spokesman Simon Halls said:

“It is with a very deep sadness that Billie Lourd confirms that her beloved mother Carrie Fisher passed away at 8.55 this morning.  She was loved by the world and she will be missed profoundly. Our entire family thanks you for your thoughts and prayers.”

Bob Iger, chairman and chief executive officer, The Walt Disney Company has said:

“Carrie Fisher was one-of-a-kind, a true character who shared her talent and her truth with us all with her trademark wit and irreverence. Millions fell in love with her as the indomitable Princess Leia; she will always have a special place in the hearts of Star Wars fans as well as all of us who were lucky enough to know her personally. She will be sorely missed, and we join millions of fans and friends around the world who mourn her loss today,” said Bob Iger, chairman and chief executive officer, The Walt Disney Company.