Olympia Dukakis, Oscar-winning 'Moonstruck' actress, has died

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Oscar-winning actress Olympia Dukakis, known for her roles in 'Moonstruck' and 'Steel Magnolias,' has died. She was 89.

Olympia Dukakis, an Oscar-winning actress for her role in"Moonstruck," died Saturday in New York City. She was 89 years old.

"After many months of failing health she is finally at peace and with her Louis," Apollo Dukakis posted on Facebook. Olympia Dukakis' publicist, Allison Levy, also confirmed the death to CNN. Although she had a stage career that spanned decades, Dukakis became best-known for her portrayal of Rose Castorini, the nosy-but-sensitive Italian mother in the 1987 film"Moonstruck," stealing many scenes from Cher, who played her daughter.

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