Diane Ladd, Oscar-nominated ‘Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore’ star and mother of Laura Dern, dies at 89

Diane Ladd, a celebrated actress who earned an Oscar nomination and starred in films like “Rambling Rose,” “Wild at Heart,” and “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore,” has passed away at the age of 89.

Laura Dern, the Academy Award-winning actress, announced the passing of her mother, Diane Ladd, on Monday. According to a statement from Dern, her mother died peacefully at her home in Ojai that morning, with Dern by her side. The cause of death has not been disclosed.

Laura Dern described the late actress as an extraordinary daughter, mother, grandmother, artist, and a deeply compassionate person, saying she seemed like a figure from a dream. Dern added that they were incredibly fortunate to have known her.

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2025-11-04 00:01