Oscar winner mourns sister’s death at 69: ‘She was jaw droppingly beautiful’
They starred together in 1980s hit comedy.
Mason Reed 
Academy Award winner Jamie Lee Curtis has shared a poignant tribute following the passing of her older sister, Kelly Lee Curtis. The 69-year-old passed away peacefully on Saturday at her California home.
A Heartfelt Farewell
Jamie Lee Curtis took to social media to announce the news, reflecting on their lifelong bond. "A warm aloha to my older sister, Kelly Lee Curtis. She passed away this morning. In her home. In nature. At peace," the star wrote. "She was my first friend and lifelong confidant."
The Oscar winner remembered her sister as a "jaw-droppingly beautiful" and talented individual who held a wide array of interests, ranging from collecting turtles and thrifting to playing Pokémon Go. Beyond her hobbies, Kelly Lee Curtis was noted for her sharp intellect, her pride in her Hungarian Jewish and Danish heritage, and her signature holiday treats—earning her the affectionate nickname, "Auntie Cookie."
A Life on Screen
Kelly Lee Curtis leaves behind a legacy of work both on the big screen and television. Her early career included an uncredited role in the 1958 film The Vikings, where she appeared alongside her parents. She later teamed up with her sister in the iconic 1983 comedy Trading Places, as noted by The Hollywood Reporter.
Throughout her career, she also made appearances in a variety of television series, including The Equalizer, Hunter, Silk Stalkings, and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.
While the cause of death for the daughter of Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh has not been disclosed, 205focus.com extends its thoughts to the family during this difficult time.
