Trigger warning: This article mentions death and cancer. Reader discretion is advised.Veteran actress Dee Freeman, best known for her roles in ‘Sistas’, ‘Shameless’, and ‘The Young and the Restless’, has passed away. She was 66 at the time of her passing. She had been battling cancer for some time and passed away on Thursday following health complications.Her family members took to social media to announce the news. They posted a photo of her smiling and announced that the actress had left for her heavenly abode after her fight with cancer. The statement read, “Thank you to everyone who supported Dee during her battle. It blew her away to know how many people cared about her and were pulling for her. We know Dee is up there in heaven being the force of nature she always was. Now she’s doing it with her angel wings on. Rest in peace, Dee.”
Netizens remember Dee Freeman after her passing
Many fans and netizens took to the comment section to remember the star and pay their respects. Many people posted prayer and heart emojis in the comment section under the announcement. Another person wrote, “Rest in Peace Ms Dee. (heart emoji) it’s a celebration not a sad time! (heart emoji)” while another shared, “Dee was a force. Incredibly talented and brave, she lit up the room. She will be missed dearly. Rest in peace with the angels, Dee (flower bouquet emoji).”
About Dee Freeman
Freeman was born in Louisiana in 1959, and she entered the Marine Corps right after completing high school. After finishing her service, the veteran star found her calling in acting, starting in theatre and slowly transitioning to TV shows and films. Over the years, she worked on many projects, including ‘Shameless’, ‘NCIS: Los Angeles’, ‘Pretty the Series’, and others. She last appeared in ‘Sistas’ and was also working on a novel at the time of her passing. She was adapting her famed one-woman show ‘Poison Gun’—inspired by her family history—into a novel. Disclaimer: This article mentions cancer and personal experiences related to the disease, which readers may find sensitive. The information shared is based on personal accounts or reported events and is for general awareness only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
