Actress Billie Lourd moved her admirers on social media by paying an emotional tribute to her mother, actress Carrie Fisher (1956-2016), on the seventh anniversary of the death of the renowned star of the “Star Wars” saga. The 31-year-old celebrity shared a nostalgic image of her childhood with her mother, and in the caption, she expressed how much she misses her, but also celebrated the precious memories she has of her.
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Carrie Fisher, known for playing Princess/General Leia Organa in the “Star Wars” films, passed away at the age of 60 on December 27, 2016, victim of a heart attack. The following day, his mother, the equally talented actress Debbie Reynolds (1932-2016), died after suffering a stroke. In her words, Billie Lourd shared the complexity of her emotions on this birthday: anger, sadness, emptiness, gratitude and even guilt for not feeling anything.
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When reflecting on this year, the actress revealed a feeling of gratitude mixed with sadness. Pain, she said, brought a unique appreciation to her life, allowing her to absorb each moment of joy as if it were her last. As she held her daughter in her arms, she experienced tears of joy and a comforting sense of her mother’s presence, comparing it to the warmth of the sun on a hot summer day.
Billie Lourd concluded her message by sending love to everyone who shares her pain, hoping that they can find a thread of sadness among the many inevitable feelings that pain brings with it. In the comments, fans expressed solidarity, praised their mother’s strength and recognized the importance of her words and wisdom. The actress was remembered as a “force of nature” and her mother, a legendary figure who continues to shine in the lives of those who loved her.