Teri Garr: Actress Dies of Multiple Sclerosis at 79

Emmy-winning actress Teri Garr, known for her roles in "Tootsie" and "Mr. Mom," has died at 79.

Garr passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at her home in Los Angeles after a long battle with multiple sclerosis, her publicist confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter.

Garr was diagnosed with MS in 1999 and had been living with the disease for over two decades.

Despite her diagnosis, Garr continued to act and make public appearances, including a 2006 interview on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" where she talked openly about her experience with MS.

Garr was born in Cleveland, Ohio and began her career as a dancer on Broadway in the 1960s.

She made her film debut in 1964's "Pajama Party" and went on to star in such films as "Oh God!" (1977), "Tootsie" (1982), and "Mr. Mom" (1983).

Garr also had a successful television career, winning two Emmy Awards for her work on the sitcom "Cheers" and the miniseries "An Early Frost."

She also had recurring roles on such shows as "The Odd Couple," "Mork & Mindy," and "Friends."

Garr's death is a loss to the entertainment world and to her many fans.

She was a talented actress and a courageous woman who inspired others with her strength and perseverance.