Kelly Curtis, Actress And Sister Of Jamie Lee Curtis, Dies At 69
Kelly Curtis, the actress and sister of Jamie Lee Curtis, has passed away at the age of 69. Jamie Lee announced her sister's death on Instagram, describing her as a beautiful and talented actress who cherished her family and heritage. Kelly was known for her roles in television and her unique personality, earning her the affectionate nickname 'Auntie Cookie.'
- ▪Kelly Curtis died at the age of 69, with her sister Jamie Lee Curtis announcing her passing on Instagram.
- ▪She was known for her roles in 'Hunter' and 'Star Trek: Deep Space Nine' and also directed documentaries.
- ▪Jamie Lee Curtis remembered her sister as her first friend and lifelong confidant, highlighting her love for family and nature.
7 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 33 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 4 lean left, 1 centre, 1 right.
- ▪ Jamie Lee Curtis announces death of actor sister Kelly aged 69: ‘My first friend and lifelong confidant’ — World news | The Guardian
- ▪ Kelly Curtis Dies: Jamie Lee Curtis Mourns Actress Sister’s Death At 69 — Deadline
- ▪ Jamie Lee Curtis’ older sister, Kelly Lee, dead at 69: She’s ‘at peace’ — Page Six
- ▪ Kelly Curtis, ‘The Sentinel’ Actress and Sister of Jamie Lee Curtis, Dies at 69 — r/movies
- ▪ Kelly Curtis, ‘The Sentinel’ Actress and Sister of Jamie Lee Curtis, Dies at 69 — Variety
- ▪ Kelly Curtis, Actress and Sister of Jamie Lee Curtis, Dies at 69 — The Hollywood Reporter
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BusinessHollywood & EntertainmentKelly Curtis, Actress And Sister Of Jamie Lee Curtis, Dies At 69ByTim Lammers,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover Hollywood and entertainment.Follow AuthorMay 30, 2026, 05:44pm EDTMay 30, 2026, 05:52pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.SummaryKelly Curtis, daughter of Hollywood legends Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh, and sister to actress Jamie Lee Curtis, has died at 69. Jamie Lee Curtis announced her sister's peaceful passing "In nature" via Instagram, without disclosing the cause.
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