Hollywood is mourning the loss of Teri Garr, the beloved actress known for her wit, warmth, and talent.
Garr, 79, passed away on Tuesday after a long battle with multiple sclerosis.
Teri Garr at The Hollywood Show on April 25, 2015, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Her publicist, Heidi Schaeffer, shared that Garr was surrounded by family and close friends in her final moments.
Garr publicly shared her multiple sclerosis diagnosis in 2002 during an appearance on “Larry King Live.”
Teri Garr during the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s 30th Annual “Dinner of Champions” on September 14, 2004 | Source: Getty Images
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She revealed that she had quietly endured the condition for nearly 20 years, keeping it to herself and staying in denial before deciding to go public.
When asked why she hadn’t spoken out earlier, Garr explained she wasn’t aware of her diagnosis at the time.
Teri Garr at the Professional Dancers Society’s Gypsy Awards Luncheon on March 24, 2013, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
The actress recalled visiting “like 11 doctors” before anyone could identify the condition, describing it as “a very hard diagnosis” to confirm.
Even once she knew, Garr admitted she didn’t feel an immediate need to tell others.
Teri Garr’s potrait taken on October 24, 1984, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
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Garr’s career was nothing short of legendary. She brought laughs and depth in film and TV, leaving an indelible mark in classics like “Young Frankenstein” and “Mr. Mom.”
