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Kelly Lee Curtis, Jamie Lee Curtis' Sister, Dies at 67

June 2, 2026
Kelly Lee Curtis, Jamie Lee Curtis' Sister, Dies at 67
Kelly Lee Curtis, Jamie Lee Curtis' Sister, Dies at 67

Jamie Lee Curtis' older sister Kelly Lee Curtis has died at 67. The actress announced her sibling's passing on Saturday, May 30, with the Blaine County coroner's office confirming that Kelly died from natural causes. She had been receiving hospice care during her final week.

According to the coroner's office, Kelly is expected to be cremated, and it remains unclear whether the family will request an autopsy. Her husband John Marsh was present when the coroner arrived.

In a heartfelt Facebook post, Jamie Lee reflected on her sister's life and personality. "She was my first friend and lifelong confidant. She was jaw droppingly beautiful, and a talented actress," Jamie Lee wrote. "She played a mean game of hearts, collected turtles, loved her family, nature, music, thrifting, travel, Facebook, and Pokémon Go."

The post also highlighted Kelly's heritage and values. "She was proud of her Danish roots and Hungarian Jewish ancestry and was a devoted American patriot," Jamie Lee shared.

Jamie Lee went on to describe the qualities that defined her sister: "She will be remembered for her loving generosity, fierce opinions, endless curiosity, unique style, and her powdered, almond, crescent cookies at Christmas, hence her name, Auntie Cookie."

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