Retired actress Dalyce Curry, known for her roles in films like 'The Ten Commandments' and 'The Blues Brothers,' tragically lost her life in the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires at the age of 95. Curry's family confirmed her death on social media, expressing their immense grief. The actress's home in Altadena was destroyed by the Eaton Fire last week, and efforts to locate her were unsuccessful until her remains were found amidst the devastation.
Retired actress Dalyce Curry has tragically perished in the raging Los Angeles wildfires at the age of 95. Her great-granddaughter, Dalyce Kelley, confirmed the devastating news on Facebook on Sunday, January 12, stating that the coroner had identified Curry's remains at the property. Kelley expressed the profound grief of her family, describing Curry's impact on her life as immeasurable.
Curry's acting credits include notable films such as The Ten Commandments, Lady Sings the Blues, and most famously, The Blues Brothers. However, to her family, she was affectionately known as Momma D. The wildfires that engulfed Los Angeles last week claimed Curry's home in Altadena, destroyed by the Eaton Fire. Kelley, who served as Curry's caretaker, shared her distress on social media on January 8, revealing their inability to locate or contact Curry amidst the chaos. She posted, 'My grandmothers house burned down has anyone seen MOMMA DEE,' and later, 'At the shelter searching a third time. Not here.' Kelley had last seen her great-grandmother the day before the devastating fire in the Pacific Palisades began. Accompanied by officials, she was escorted to what remained of Curry's home, a scene of utter devastation. As Kelley described to local news outlet ABC 7, 'It was total devastation,' with everything lost except her blue Cadillac. Footage of the destruction was shared on Kelley's Facebook page. While on the property, Kelley called out to see if Curry was somewhere amidst the rubble. On January 7, an extreme windstorm fueled by Santa Ana gusts ignited fast-burning brush fires along Sunset Boulevard and Palisades Drive. Many drivers abandoned their vehicles seeking safety, according to the Los Angeles Times. On the same day, the Eaton Fire also began. The causes of both blazes are currently under investigation. The Eaton Fire is 33 percent contained, while the Pacific Palisades Fire is only 14 percent contained. Tragically, 24 people have lost their lives as a result of the ongoing fires. California Governor Gavin Newsom warned of a grim outlook, anticipating 'a lot more' deaths as search and rescue efforts continue and individuals remain missing. This devastating event also claimed the life of former Australian child actor Rory Sykes, who perished at the age of 32 in the Malibu fires. His mother, author Shelley Sykes, shared the heartbreaking news on X on Thursday, January 9.
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