The beloved and fiercely talented actress whose voice and presence defined an era of American cinema has passed away at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable roles — and a daughter by her side. Three-time Academy Award nominee Diane Ladd died Monday morning at her home in Ojai, California, with her daughter, actress Laura Dern, by her side. The family shared the news through Laura's representative, who confirmed her passing. Laura wrote in a statement: "My amazing hero and my profound gift of a mother, Diane Ladd, passed with me beside her this morning, at her home in Ojai, Ca. She was the greatest daughter, mother, grandmother, actress, artist and empathetic spirit that only dreams could have seemingly created. We were blessed to have her. She is flying with her angels n

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