(CNN) –– Kirstie Alley, actress remembered for the productions “Look Who’s Talking” and “Cheers,” died after a battle with cancer, according to a statement issued by his family. She was 71 years old.
His children, True and Lillie Parker, announced his passing in a brief statement posted on the Alley’s verified account on Twitter this Monday. “We are saddened to inform you that our incredibly fierce and loving mother has died after a battle with recently discovered cancer,” the statement read.
According to the statement, she was surrounded by her closest family: “As iconic as she was on screen, she was even more incredible as a mother and grandmother.”
“The enthusiasm and passion for life of our mother, her children, grandchildren and her many animals, not to mention her undying joy of creating, was unparalleled and has inspired us to live life to the fullest just as she did.” added.
Donovan Daughtry, Alley’s representative, also confirmed to CNN via email that the actress has died.
