Actress Brittany Murphy Dead

Brittany Murphy, who was known for her roles in Hollywood films like ‘Clueless and ‘8 Mile’, has died at the age of 32. The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a call at 8am. Her husband looked shocked as she was transported to the hospital. She was declared dead around 10am PT at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Apparently, she is supposed to have passed away as a result of natural causes. It is believed that she collapsed in her bathroom. An autopsy was not yet scheduled immediately, but planned for Monday or Tuesday. Her medical history was being studied, and a final report will take around 2 months to be released.

LAPD spokeswoman Norma Eisenman said, “The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating the death, and robbery and homicide detectives will be at her home.” Her publicist issued a statement made by her family – “The sudden loss of our beloved Brittany is a terrible tragedy. She was our daughter, our wife, our love and a shining star. We ask you to respect our privacy at this time. Funeral arrangements are pending.” ‘Just Married’ co-star and former boyfriend Ashton Kutcher’s words were, “Today the world lost a little piece of sunshine. My deepest condolences go out to Brittany’s family, her husband, & her amazing mother Sharon. See you on the other side kid.

Jessica Simpson commented, “Brittany Murphy was an incredible ray of Light to so many people. Her smile was contagious. My prayers are with her family and loved ones.” Actress Alyssa Milano said, “She was a sweet soul, with a lot of talent and heart.” Murphy’s father, Angelo Bertolotti said, “She was just an absolute doll since she was born,” Bertolotti said from his Branford, Fla., home. Her personality was always outward. Everybody loved her, people that made movies with her, people on a cruise they all loved her. She was just a regular gal. She was just talented, and I loved her very much.”

Brittany Murphy was born on November 10, 1977, in Atlanta, and grew up in New Jersey. Later on, she moved to Los Angeles along with her mother to pursue a career in acting. Her career started in the early 1990s with small roles in television series, commercials and movies. She also starred in several other movies, including ‘Just Married’, ‘Don’t Say a Word’, and ‘Riding in Cars with Boys’. She also went on to voice the character of Luanne in the animated TV series ‘King of the Hill’. She will appear in Sylvester Stallone’s upcoming film, ‘The Expendables’, which is slated for release sometime next year.

Brittany Murphy is survived by her husband, British screenwriter Simon Monjack, whom she married in 2007