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The world reacts to the death of actress Debbie Reynolds Wednesday

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<p>Actress Debbie Reynolds has died. She was 84 years old. </p><p>Reynolds was rushed to the hospital Wednesday afternoon. She died <a href="http://www.newsy.com/stories/star-wars-actress-carrie-fisher-dies-at-age-60/" target="_blank">just one day</a> after her daughter, actress Carrie Fisher. </p><p class="related"><span>Related Story</span><a href="http://www.newsy.com/stories/a-tribute-to-carrie-fisher-an-actress-and-advocate/"><img src="http://newsymain.npgroup.netdna-cdn.com/images/videos/356x200/1482953014.jpg" alt="A Tribute To Carrie Fisher: A Force Of Talent" />A Tribute To Carrie Fisher: A Force Of Talent</a></p><p>Reynolds, whose career spanned over 60 years, starred in <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001666/?ref_=nv_sr_1#actress" target="_blank">dozens of films</a>, including the classic "Singin' in the Rain." </p><p>She <a href="https://www.oscars.org/oscars/ceremonies/1965" target="_blank">was nominated</a> for an Academy Award for her leading role in the 1964 film "The Unsinkable Molly Brown."</p><p>Reynolds made guest appearances and had recurring roles on a number of television shows. She also did voiceover work in animated TV shows and movies.</p><p>She even starred in her own television show, though it was short-lived.</p><p>Reynolds served as the longtime president of <a href="http://www.thalians.org/" target="_blank">The Thalians</a>, a charitable organization that aims to eliminate the stigma of mental illness.</p><p>In 2015, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences <a href="http://www.oscars.org/news/spike-lee-debbie-reynolds-and-gena-rowlands-receive-academys-2015-governors-awards" target="_blank">honored Reynolds </a>with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.</p><p>Reynolds approached the well-publicized <a href="http://www.vanityfair.com/style/2016/12/carrie-fisher-parents-debbie-reynolds-eddie-hollywood" target="_blank">ups and downs</a> of her life with humor, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Debbie-Reynolds/e/B001IZ150K/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_3?qid=1482971472&sr=8-3" target="_blank">writing</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Unsinkable-Memoir-Debbie-Reynolds/dp/0062213660/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1482971472&sr=8-2&keywords=debbie+reynolds+book" target="_blank">three</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Make-Em-Laugh-Short-Term-Memories/dp/0062416642/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1482971544&sr=8-1&keywords=debbie+reynolds+book" target="_blank">books</a>.</p><p class="related"><span>Related Story</span><a href="http://www.newsy.com/stories/carrie-fisher-s-speech-for-mom-debbie-is-funny-full-of-digs/"><img src="http://newsymain.npgroup.netdna-cdn.com/images/videos/356x200/1422256560.jpg" alt="Carrie Fisher's Speech For Mom Debbie Is Funny, Full Of Digs" />Carrie Fisher's Speech For Mom Debbie Is Funny, Full Of Digs</a></p><p>In addition to Carrie Fisher, Reynolds and her first husband, entertainer Eddie Fisher, also had a son: producer Todd Fisher. </p><p>Reynolds is survived by her son and granddaughter, actress <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6609666/?ref_=nv_sr_1" target="_blank">Billie Lourd</a>.</p><hr><b>Trending stories at <a href="http://www.newsy.com">Newsy.com</a></b><ul class="inline-related-links"><li><a href="http://www.newsy.com/stories/a-tribute-to-carrie-fisher-an-actress-and-advocate/">A Tribute To Carrie Fisher: A Force Of Talent</a></li><li><a href="http://www.newsy.com/stories/randy-travis-helps-texas-officer-who-lost-home-in-fire/">Country Singer Randy Travis Helps Texas Officer Who Lost Home In Fire</a></li><li><a href="http://www.newsy.com/stories/newsy-staff-members-share-music-that-moved-them-in-2016/">The Music That Moved Us In 2016</a></li></ul>
Posted at 9:05 PM, Dec 28, 2016
and last updated 2016-12-29 06:10:42-05

Reaction to the death of actress Debbie Reynolds Wednesday at 84, a day after her daughter, Carrie Fisher, died:

— "Debbie Reynolds, a legend and my movie mom. I can't believe this happened one day after Carrie. My heart goes out to Billie." — Albert Brooks, on Twitter.
— "Truly heartbroken to hear @DebbieReynolds1 has died. She was a wonderfully warm friend and colleague. Praying for Todd & Billie. #RIPDebbie" — Joan Collins on Twitter.
— "How shocked we were to learn that Debbie Reynolds passed away just a day after her daughter Carrie. I loved & worked both of these icons." — Carl Reiner on Twitter.
— "The loss of #DebbieReynolds 1 day after #CarrieFisher is epic. 2016 has taken a piece of all of us" — Actress Illeana Douglas on Twitter.
— "I can't imagine what Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds' family are going through this week. I send all of my love." — Ellen DeGeneres on Twitter.
— "Debbie Reynolds was one of the last of Hollywood Royalty. It breaks my heart that she is gone. I'd hoped that my grieving was done for 2016." — William Shatner on Twitter.
— "Debbie Reynolds cd sing, dance & gave dazzling performances. RIP doesn't sound right for her or Carrie-I hope they're somewhere having fun" — Mia Farrow, on Twitter.
— "A final curtain made of tears #DebbieReynolds #CarrieFisher" — Actress Rose McGowan on Twitter.
— "Today is officially a sad day. As a mother my heart goes out to Debbie Reynolds and her daughter Carrie Fisher. RIP DB and CF" — Actress Zoe Saldana on Twitter.
— "The unbearable loss of a child and now this. Rest In Peace Carrie and Debbie, sending our love and prayers to the Fisher, Lord family" — Actress Lisa Rinna on Twitter.
— "My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of unimaginable loss. Two generations in two days." — Chaz Bono on Twitter.
— "Deepest condolences to the family of Debbie Reynolds. I was just notified of her passing. Such a talented charming lady & a good mother" — Actress Barbara Eden on Twitter.
— "There is nothing harder than having to bury a child. Debbie died of a broken heart, but she's with her daughter now." — Actor George Takei on Twitter.
— "I can't imagine what kind of pain the family of Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds are feeling right now. My prayers are with them." — Actress Gabourey Sidibe on Twitter.
— "Let's just cancel the rest of this annus horribilus, have hogmanay now and start 2017 tomorrow. I'm done." — Comedian Craig Ferguson on Instagram.

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