Friends of Kirstie Alley say goodbye to the deceased actress

The recent news of actress Kirstie Alley's death has rocked Hollywood. The 71-year-old star had a long career and made many friends during her time in Hollywood. They are now mourning her sudden death of colon cancer on December 5, 2022. 

It was only to be expected that Ted Danson would have something to say about Kirstie Alley's death. He worked with her in the famous sitcom 'Cheers' for several years. 

In an interview for Deadline, he said: "I was on a plane today and did something I rarely do. I watched an old episode of Cheers... It was the episode where Tom Berenger proposes to Kirstie, who keeps saying no, even though she desperately wants to say yes. Kirstie was truly brilliant in it."

"She made me laugh 30 years ago when she shot that scene, and she made me laugh today just as hard. As I got off the plane, I heard that Kirstie had died. I am so sad and so grateful for all the times she made me laugh. I send my love to her children. As they well know, their mother had a heart of gold. I will miss her."

Kelsey Grammer, who played Dr. Frasier Crane on 'Cheers,' also spoke out about Alley's shocking death.

"I always believed grief for a public figure is a private matter, but I will say I loved her."

John Travolta, who starred alongside Kirstie in 'Look Who's Talking,' wrote an emotional message for the actress on his Instagram account.

"Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I’ve ever had. I love you Kirstie. I know we will see each other again."

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Rhea Perlman, who played Carla Tortelli in 'Cheers,' told Deadline: "Kirstie was a unique and wonderful person and friend. Her joy of being was boundless."

"We became friends almost instantly when she joined the cast of Cheers… I've never met anyone remotely like her. I feel so thankful to have known her. I’m going to miss her very, very much."

Kathy Najimy, Kirstie's close friend and co-star in the 90s sitcom 'Veronica's Closet,' posted a moving message on Instagram. "I loved Kirstie Alley," it said. "We first met in a van on the way to shoot an all-woman film in the desert. She was one of the most beautiful beings I had ever seen. And hilarious." 

The actress added: "Acting with her was some kind of free-flowing dream. Nothing was off limits... Hilarious, talented beyond belief, and generous and loyal. When we acted, it was a wild wash of fun. Pretty much everything she did was a wild wash of fun. My heart [goes out] to [her children] True and Lillie and their families. I regret I haven't said I love you in the past year. I love you."

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Jamie Lee Curtis was also a friend of Alley's. They co-starred in 'Scream Queens.' The actress left a post about her friend's death on Instagram.

"I've just heard the sad news that Kirstie Alley has died. She was a great comic foil in @tvscreamqueens and a beautiful mama bear in her very real life. She helped me buy onesies for my family that year for Christmas."

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Referring to Kirstie Alley's political views in the past decade, very much pro-Trump, Jamie Lee Curtis said: "We agreed to disagree about some things but had a mutual respect and connection. Sad news."

Tim Allen, who shared screen time with Alley in the film 'For Richer or Poorer,' also posted his condolences on Instagram.

"A sweet soul pass on in Kristie Alley. Sad, sad news. Prayers for all her family."

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Parker Stevenson, her ex-husband, also paid his respects to the famous 'mama bear.' Together they adopted their children Lillie and True. 

"Dear Kirstie, I am so grateful for our years together, and for the two incredibly beautiful children and now grandchildren that we have. You will be missed. With love, Parker."

Image: @parkerstevenson / Instagram

The American actress worked with Alley on 'Veronica's Closet.' In fact, she says, it was the start of her career. "I’ve not spoken w/ her forever," Carradine tweeted about Alley, "but have her to thank for launching my career."

"She told me I was funny every single day on Veronica’s Closet, and I believed her. She threw the best parties and gave the parakeets as our wrap gift. Godspeed," Carradine added. 

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This actress was another cast member of 'Veronica's Closet.' She, too, left a tribute on Twitter.

"I love you, Kirstie. I will see you again someday. I can't believe you're gone," she tweeted. 

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Carmen Electra's message was mostly visual, with a little text on the side: "#rip to this kind, beautifully talented soul. we love you Kirstie."

Image: Instagram: @carmenelectra

Journalist and host of SiriusXM's 'Megyn Kelly Show,' the former Fox and NBC correspondents had some kind words to say about Kirstie Alley.

"This is such sad news. A beautiful, brave, funny and beloved woman. Rest in Peace, Kirstie Alley."

Photo: @megynkelly / Twitter

Fellow actor William Shatner took the time to say some friendly words to the family of Kirstie Alley.

"Saddened to hear of the passing of @kirstiealley. Condolences to her family & friends."

Photo: @WilliamShatner / Twitter