Kirstie Alley Dies: ‘Cheers’ Emmy Winner, ‘Veronica’s Closet’ Star & Reality TV Staple Was 71

HER roles in the classic TV comedy Cheers and the Look Who’s Talking movies made her a screen icon. But Kirstie Alley — who has died at the age of 71 shortly after revealing she had cancer — also courted controversy by supporting Scientology and Donald Trump. The former cocaine addict, whose weight was known to fluctuate wildly, also had to settle a lawsuit after making misleading claims about her diet range.

Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name! The critically acclaimed sitcom Cheers aired from 1982 to 1993, following a group of locals who hung out at a Boston bar of the same name.

Kirstie Alley’s ex-husband Parker Stevenson is opening up about her sad death.

Kirstie Alley's friend and confidante John Travolta took to Instagram Monday to pay memorial to the actress in the wake of her passing at 71.'Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I've ever had. I love you Kirstie,' said Travolta, 68.

As the entertainment world mourns the death of legendary comedian Kirstie Alley, more details about her shocking death are coming to light.

Kirstie Alley’s family have shared the heartbreaking news that the beloved Cheers actress has died shortly after discovering she had cancer.The star’s representative has since confirmed the type of cancer that Kirstie battled in her final days. A representative revealed to People that Kirstie had been suffering from colon cancer prior to her death.Kirstie’s family previously announced the devastating news of her death in a heart-wrenching statement on the late star’s social media accounts. Her children True and Lillie Parker said she was surrounded by her closest family at her time of death.Their statement read: "To all our friends, far and wide around the world... “We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered."She was surrounded by her closest family and fought with great strength, leaving us with a certainty of her never-ending joy of living whatever adventures lie ahead. “As iconic as she was on screen, she was an even more amazing mother and grandmother,” the statement continued. Kirstie’s children went on to speak about their family’s gratitude for those who had cared for her in her final days."We are grateful to the incredible team of doctors and nurses at the Moffitt Cancer Center for their care,” they wrote.“Our mother's zest and passion for life, her children, grandchildren and her many animals, not to mention her eternal joy of creating, were unparalleled and leave us inspired to live life to the fullest just as she did."They concluded by thanking Kirstie’s fans and friends for "your love and prayers".Kirstie was best known for playing Rebecca Howe on popular NBC sitcom Cheers, where she starred opposite Ted Danson,

After news of Kirstie Alley’s death was announced by her kids on Monday, December 5, the late actress’ rep is providing more information.

Kirstie Alley’s family have shared the sad news that the beloved Cheers actress has died at 71, shortly after it was discovered she had cancer.Three months prior to her death, Kirstie made her final video appearance on Instagram and Twitter. The actress shared a clip of herself on social media announcing she had joined Cameo, which is a platform where stars can send fans personalised videos for a fee.Kirstie seemed to be cheery and in good spirits as she assured fans she was up for the challenge.She told her followers at the time: “A bunch of you have been asking to do these greetings, and I always do what you ask me to.“If you want something funny or something sincere … ‘Hi, I love you,’ or ‘Merry Christmas…’“Or ‘I want a divorce…’” she joked.

Donald Trump spoke glowingly of the late actress Kirstie Alley, who has just died age 71 after a short battle with cancer.The award-winning actress had controversially declared years earlier that the shamed ex-president deserved his Twitter account back, leading to a gushing tribute by him.Yesterday, Trump acknowledged the star, who also received loving tributes from the likes of John Travolta, on the Truth Social network."Kirstie was a great person who truly loved the USA.She will be missed!!!” he wrote.The Cheers star previously said she'd landed herself in hot water due to her vocal support for the former president, quipping: "You can be cooking meth and sleeping with hookers, as long as apparently you didn’t vote for Trump."I feel like I’m in The Twilight Zone a bit, with the whole concept of it."Kirstie had continued, during a 2021 US TV interview with Tucker Carlson of Fox Nation, that she had been warned by industry reps not to reveal her political leanings.She also said she'd been referred to as "brave" after admitting she intended to vote for Trump in the 2020 elections.However, she then wondered if she'd merely been "stupid" for taking the risk of being alienated over her choice."It’s so strange to me because artists are free-thinkers, for the most part," she lamented.She also admitted that she had been unfollowed by huge swathes of the public after confessing her admiration for Trump."I’m the same person.

cancer. John shared a beautiful photo of Kirstie dressed all in white and clutching a string of pearls, before posting another picture of the pair of them smiling at each other and embracing. “Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I’ve ever had,” he wrote in view of his 4.6 million Instagram followers. “I love you Kirstie.

A friendship for the ages. Kirstie Alley and John Travolta may have met on the set of their romantic comedy Look Who’s Talking — but the pair were so much more than costars. 

Kirstie Alley wasn't shy about the love she shared for some of her leading men, though she claimed that she stayed faithful to her marriage.The actress, whose death at 71 was announced on Monday, previously delved into her romantic history in 2018 during a stint on Celebrity Big Brother UK, in which she confessed that she 'almost ran off' with John Travolta, 68.The twice-divorced star also spoke elsewhere about the feelings she shared for another costar, the late Patrick Swayze, although both opted not to pursue an affair to focus on their marriages. Special relationship: Kirstie Alley considered John Travolta the 'greatest love' of her life, even though they never had a romantic relationship.

Kirstie Alley has died at the age of 71 following a short battle with cancer, four months after the 40th anniversary of the TV show that propelled her Hollywood career - Cheers. Alley played Rebecca Howe on the iconic 1982 sitcom, which first aired nearly 40 years ago on September 30, 1982 and went on to broadcast 275 episodes across 11 seasons. Following the news of actress' passing on Monday, DailyMail.com can reveal where the rest of the beloved cast of Cheers are now.  Gone too soon: Following the news of actress Kirstie Alley death at the age of 71 on Monday, after a short cancer battle, DailyMail.com can reveal where the rest of the beloved cast of Cheers are now; Pictured 2018The children of the actress, True, 30, and Lily, 28, issued a statement on social media Monday confirming the sad news of her passing, just four months after the 40th anniversary of the show.  Alley's family said that she 'was surrounded by her closest family and fought with great strength, leaving us with a certainty of her never-ending joy of living and whatever adventures lie ahead.' Alley came onto the Cheers scene to replace Shelley Long in the start of season six, playing tough business woman Rebecca Howe.She earned an Emmy Award and Golden Globe for her role in 1991.Alley had a successful career before and after Cheers, making her film debut in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan and starring alongside John Travolta and the voice of Bruce Willis in the Look Who's Talking series.She was in show business until the very end, and earlier this year she was revealed as Baby Mammoth on The Masked Singer.

Ted Danson, Kelsey Grammer, and Rhea Perlman are remembering their Cheers co-star Kirstie Alley following her death on Monday from cancer.

Tributes have already begun to be posted on social media for Kirstie Alley, who died at the age of 71. The actress best known for her work in Cheers and Veronica’s Closet was remembered for her personality, her parties and her politics.

The entertainment world is in shock on Monday night after the death of Cheers and Drop Dead Gorgeous star Kirstie Alley. She was 71 years old.

A loss felt by many. Kirstie Alley’s former costars, including Tim Allen, Kristin Chenoweth and John Travolta are morning her death after news broke on Monday, December 5, that she’d died at age 71.

A lifelong bond. John Travolta gave a touching tribute to his Look Who’s Talking costar Kirstie Alley following her death on Monday, December 5.

Kirstie Alley's friend and confidante John Travolta took to Instagram Monday to pay memorial to the actress in the wake of her passing at 71 Monday.'Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I've ever had. I love you Kirstie,' said Travolta, 68.