The official cause of death for Kirstie Alley has now been cleared.

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Kirstie Alley has appeared in many classic films, including "It Takes Two" with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen and the "Look Who's Talking".

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franchise with her longtime friend John Travolta. Alley's family announced his death on December 5, shocking everyone. She was undiagnosed

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Alley's children, True and Lillie Parker, announced the news on their mother's Instagram account. "We are saddened to inform you that our incredible, fierce, and beloved mother has passed away

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following a struggle with cancer, which was only recently detected," her children said, adding that she "fought with great strength, leaving us with a certainty of her never-ending joy of living and whatever adventures lie ahead."

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Alley was best known for her acting roles. They also thanked Moffitt Cancer Center staff in Florida for their kindness to the star.

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