Brenda Deiss dies at age 60: Red Rocket breakout star passes away after stroke in January

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Brenda Deiss, who starred in a breakout role in the 2021 indie drama feature Red Rocket, has died at the age of 60.The performer, whose only film role was as Lil in the well-received feature, passed away on Sunday after dealing with complications from a stroke that occurred this past January, according to The Hollywood Reporter.The news about the actress' passing was commented on by several of her former castmates and coworkers, including the film's directorSean Baker, who shared a statement regarding the loss on his Twitter account.

Dearly departed:Brenda Deiss, who starred in a breakout role in the recently-released indie drama feature Red Rocket, has died at the age of 60The filmmaker began his message by writing: 'I have some very sad news to report.

Brenda Deiss, who played Lil in Red Rocket, passed away on Monday after suffering a stroke.'Baker, 50, then wrote that he had unexpectedly met the late performer and was immediately transfixed by her magnetic personality. 'I remember every details of the moment Brenda and I met.

It was a chance meeting in her hometown of Texas City, TX. Her incredible energy and carefree spirit made an indelible impression on me,' he recalled.He added that their encounter 'led to us working together but more importantly getting to know an incredible woman who was full of heart, wonder and love.' Making his thoughts known:The news about the unexpected actress' passing was commented on by several of her former castmates and coworkers, including the film's director Sean Baker, who shared a statement regarding the loss on his Twitter accountBaker went on to express that the film's cast and crew members were graced by Deiss' presence and were grateful for her affable personality.'In the short.