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Hollywood Actress Dalyce Curry Dies at 95 in LA Inferno

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Jan 14, 2025.

Hollywood actress Dalyce Curry, 95, died in a wildfire at her Altadena home.
The Eaton Fire destroyed her residence, claiming at least 24 lives in Los Angeles.
Curry was known for iconic roles in Blues Brothers and Lady Sings the Blues.

Legendary Hollywood actress Dalyce Curry, renowned for her roles in Blues Brothers, Lady Sings the Blues, and The 10 Commandments, has died at the age of 95.

Her body was discovered in the charred remains of her Altadena home, which was destroyed by the Eaton Fire, a wildfire that has ravaged communities east of Los Angeles.

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The tragic news was confirmed by Curry’s granddaughter, who shared the heartbreaking details in a Facebook post.

She revealed she had last seen her grandmother on January 7, after dropping her off at her Altadena residence.

That same evening, the Eaton Fire erupted, leading to widespread evacuations in Altadena and Pasadena.

When the granddaughter attempted to return to check on Curry, police barricades prevented access to the area.

Authorities later confirmed that Curry’s property had been consumed by the blaze.

After days of uncertainty and an extensive search, officials announced on January 12 that Curry had died inside her home.

The Eaton Fire is part of a series of wildfires that have wreaked havoc in Los Angeles, claiming at least 24 lives and destroying countless homes.

Dalyce Curry’s death has added a deeply personal dimension to the widespread tragedy, as the entertainment world mourns the loss of a beloved actress whose performances left an indelible mark on Hollywood history.