Marcia Strassman has died age 66.
The actress, who played the role of Diane Szalinski in the 1989 film ‘Honey, I Shrunk the Kids’ and its sequel ‘Honey, I Blew Up the Kid’, as well as the 3-D film spin-off ‘Honey, I Shrunk the Audience!’, passed away on Saturday (25.10.14) after a long battle with breast cancer.
The New York-born star played Julie Kotter in ‘Welcome Back, Kotter’, a US sitcom that featured a young John Travolta, and she also appeared in six episodes of ‘M*A*S*H’.
News of her passing was confirmed by her sister, Julie Strassman, and tributes to the actress have been pouring in from a number of entertainment stars, including Cher and Hollywood director Bob Weide.
Cher, a friend of the actress, tweeted: "Wanted U2 No,a Funny,Talented Friend Died.Not 4U 2feel sorry 4me, but she died alone, &Energy from U is powerful (sic)"
Weide – who is best known for his work on the HBO comedy ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ – tweeted: "So sad that a sweet friend, kind person & wonderful actress Marcia Strassman lost her brave battle with cancer today. (sic)"
Strassman was survived by her daughter Elizabeth Collector, as well as her sister Julie and brother Steven Strassman.
Marcia Strassman dies age 66
