Raquel Welch remembered by Hollywood after death at 82: ‘Professional and glamorous beyond belief’

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Hollywood is mourning the death of actress Raquel Welch. The superstar, who catapulted to fame in the 1960s with "Fantastic Voyage" and "One Million Years B.C.," died Wednesday at the age of 82, her rep, Steve Sauer, confirmed to Fox News Digital. "Raquel Welch, the legendary bombshell actress of film, television and stage, passed away peacefully early this morning after a brief illness," Sauer said. "The 82-year-old actress burst into Hollywood in her initial roles in ‘One Million [Years] B.C.’ and ‘Fantastic Voyage.’" "Her career spanned over 50 years starring in over 30 films and 50 television series and appearances.The Golden Globe winner, in more recent years, was involved in a very successful line of wigs.

Raquel leaves behind her two children, son Damon Welch and her daughter, Tahnee Welch." Fox News host Neil Cavuto paid tribute to Welch on Wednesday, calling her a "remarkable woman who stood the test of time" on "Your World." The Fox News host explained that Welch passed away due to a brief illness before stating, "there was nothing brief about her life or impact on Hollywood."  "Law & Order: SVU" alum Chris Meloni took to Twitter to share his surprise to the news and wrote, "Raquel Welch dying is a very weird feeling." Reese Witherspoon, Welch's "Legally Blonde" co-star, honored the actress on Wednesday. "So sad to hear about Raquel Welch's passing.

I loved working with her on Legally Blonde. She was elegant, professional and glamorous beyond belief. Simply stunning. May all her angels carry her home," Witherspoon wrote, adding a dove emoji. "Sending love to her family and her many fans," she concluded.