The heartbreaking news was shared by Jamie Lee Curtis in an emotional tribute on social media. Rather than focusing solely on Kelly’s Hollywood career, Jamie painted a deeply personal portrait of the woman who had been by her side since the beginning.

Jamie continued her tribute by describing the role Kelly played throughout her life.

Born in Santa Monica, California, in 1956, Kelly Curtis was surrounded by Hollywood from the moment she entered the world. As the daughter of two of cinema’s most recognizable stars, acting seemed almost inevitable. In fact, she made her screen debut as an infant in the 1958 epic The Vikings, which starred both of her famous parents.

Although Jamie Lee Curtis would eventually become one of the industry’s most recognizable faces, Kelly quietly built an impressive career of her own. She appeared in a variety of film and television projects over the years, earning respect for her versatility and dedication to her craft.