Hollywood Remembers Teri Garr: Iconic Actress Passes at 79

Acclaimed actress Teri Garr, known for her roles in 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has died at 79. Battling health issues for years, including multiple sclerosis, Teri had a life steeped in the arts, from her Cleveland beginnings to her acting studies in New York.

Academy Award-nominated actress Teri Garr, celebrated for her performances in cinematic classics like 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has passed away at 79. The news was confirmed by her manager on Tuesday.

Teri Garr had been in a long battle with health challenges. She publicly revealed in 2002 that she had been living with multiple sclerosis, having experienced symptoms for about two decades. In 2007, she underwent surgery for a brain aneurysm.

Born on December 11, 1944, in Lakewood, Ohio, Garr was destined for the arts with show-business roots in her family. Raised by a vaudeville performer father and a Rockette mother, Garr pursued ballet and acting, ultimately honing her craft at the Actor's Studio in New York.