Cloris Leachman, renowned actress, dies at 94

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Cloris Leachman, the acclaimed actress whose one-of-a-kind comic style made her a legendary figure in film and television for seven decades, has passed away, according to a statement from her representatives.

He was 94 years old.

“It has been a privilege working with Cloris Leachman, one of the most intrepid actresses of our time.

There was no one like Cloris, "said her representative, Juliet Green, in a statement.

“With just one look he had the ability to break your heart or make you laugh until you tear.

You never knew what Chloris was going to say or do, and that unpredictable quality was part of her incomparable magic.

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Leachman died Wednesday of natural causes in Encinitas, California, according to the statement.

During his long career, Leachman, who was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in 2011, earned 22 Emmy nominations and eight Primetime Emmy Awards and one Daytime Emmy Award.

Two of her statuettes were earned for playing what was arguably her most iconic role - the crafty landlady Phyllis Lindstrom.

The character originated on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" and later had her own series.

In the early 2000s, Leachman won a new round of accolades for her role as grumpy Grandma Ida in Fox's "Malcolm in the Middle." She won the Emmy for Outstanding Guest Comedy Actress in 2006 for the role.

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His last nomination for television work was in 2011 for his role as Maw Maw in the sitcom "Raising Hope."

The accolades weren't exclusive to her work on television.

Leachman won an Academy Award in 1971 for his dramatic role in "The Last Picture Show."

She was also memorable as Frau Blücher in Mel Brooks' 1974 classic "Young Frankenstein," and in her roles in 1977's "High Anxiety" and 1981's "History of the World: Part I."

Off-screen, Leachman's flamboyant personality was as well known as his on-screen work.

On social media, she was fondly remembered by her fellow actors and former coworkers.

What sad news: Cloris was incredibly talented.

He could make you laugh or cry in the blink of an eye.

It was always a pleasure to have her on set, ”Brooks wrote on Twitter.

“Every time I hear the neighing of a horse, I always think of the unforgettable Frau Blücher de Cloris.

She is irreplaceable and we will miss her very much.

"Very saddened by the loss of the brilliant Cloris Leachman," wrote actor Bob Saget.

“Beyond being an Academy Award winner, her hilarious role in 'Young Frankenstein' and being 'Phyllis,' I had the pleasure of her joking to my ribs on television.

My condolences to your loved ones.

Leachman is survived by his children and grandchildren, according to a statement from his representatives.

Leachman was a lifelong animal rights advocate and vegetarian, so her family asked that those wishing to make donations on her behalf make donations to PETA or Last Chance for Animals.

CNN's Lisa Respers France contributed to this report.

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