The girl who first came to worldwide knowledge thanks to her role in Clueless has died aged 32. The following comes from TMZ:
"Brittany Murphy died early this morning after she went into full cardiac arrest and could not be revived, multiple sources tell TMZ. She was 32. A 911 call was made at 8:00 AM from a home in Los Angeles that is listed as belonging to her husband, Simon Monjack, the Los Angeles City Fire Department tells TMZ. We're told Murphy was taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center where she was pronounced dead on arrival. Her time of death was listed as 10:04 AM. Murphy starred in such films as Clueless, 8 Mile, and Don't Say a Word (as well as Drop Dead Gorgeous; Sin City; Girl, Interrupted; and Just Married. She also voiced Luanne in King of the Hill). Murphy was reportedly fired from last film, The Caller, after reports she was problematic on set (they just had to get something controversial in there...)
UPDATE 3:11 PM ET - Sources tell TMZ Brittany Murphy's mom discovered her unconscious in the shower. We're told when paramedics arrived, they quickly determined Murphy was in full cardiac arrest and immediately administered CPR. They continued CPR in route to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center - several miles away - and Murphy was unresponsive. She was pronounced dead at the hospital, We're told the LA County Coroner's is picking up Murphy's body from Cedars later today and will launch a death investigation.
UPDATE 4:00 PM ET - We're also told the LAPD has launched a death investigation.
UPDATE 4:07 PM ET - A rep for Murphy tells TMZ, "In this time of sadness, the family thanks you for your love and support. It is their wish that you respect their privacy."
Story developing..."
As much as a story can develop about a deceased person.
I just don't know what to say anymore... except to reiterate that the Grim Reaper better be going on a lengthy holiday come the New Year.
