Kiefer Sutherland, Doug Jones, Dana Delaney and Neil Druckmann from Hollywood, the gaming and entertainment industries paid tribute to the life and career of actress Annie Worthing.
Welsing died of cancer in Los Angeles on Sunday at the age of 45, her rep told The Hollywood Reporter. Her death shocked many friends and fellow artists in her community of Hollywood creatives.
Left behind husband Stephen Full and three children, Freddie, Ozzy, and Archie, the actress starred in numerous roles in well-known television series, including Star Trek: Picard, 24, Timeless, Bosch, and Marvel’s Runner. Way, General Hospital and The Vampire Diaries. She was the primary voice actress in Naughty Dog’s blockbuster video game ‘The Last of Us’.
Born in St. Louis, Welsing graduated with a BFA in Musical Theater in 1999, and upon graduation performed nationally on major stages and festivals in Utah, Chicago, and elsewhere before moving to Los Angeles in 2001. started. So she kept running. As a stage actress, before landing her first TV appearance in Star Trek: Enterprise, she returned to the world of Trek with her Paramount+ Picard, where she worked as the creative behind 24, Castle and Supernatural. I often collaborated with team members.
“Today the world lost its light,” former 24 star Kiefer Sutherland tweeted. My heart breaks for her young family.May she be remembered as the beautiful person she once was.”
“Today we lost a ray of sunshine,” she tweeted Runaway co-star Ever Carradine.
Neil Druckmann, co-president of Naughty Dog and Executive Producer of HBO’s The Last of Us, added: We have lost a beautiful artist and human being. my heart shattered. Thoughts are with her loved ones. ”
For more homages to Hollywood, read on.
The world lost its light today @Wersching was one of the greatest actors I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with and a friend of mine. My heart breaks for her young family. May she be remembered as the beautiful person she once was.
— Kiefer Sutherland (@RealKiefer) January 30, 2023
We are heartbroken over the passing of Annie @Wersching from Star Trek: Picard. Her talent and charisma are undeniable and she will be deeply missed by the Star Trek family.
— Star Trek on Paramount + (@StarTrekOnPPlus) January 29, 2023
I am heartbroken to hear the news of Annie Worthing’s passing. In every role she played, she was a beacon of light. Her work is the best I’ve seen in a while.
My condolences to her and her loved ones.
— Aaron J. Waltke (@GoodAaron) January 29, 2023
The saddest news about Annie Wersching. She was beautiful light and power. I thought she was a stuntwoman when we met. She turned out to be just an amazing woman. Honor her by supporting her young family. pic.twitter.com/mKvJiR35Z6
— Dana Delaney (@DanaDelany) January 29, 2023
Our dear friend Annie Worthing passed away this morning. He truly is the most talented, funny, caring actor, friend and human being. A wonderful mom of three cute boys. Consider helping them in any way you can. lots of love. 🤍https://t.co/uQh0OuJ8JM
— Kevin Weisman (@kevinweisman) January 29, 2023
I just learned that my dear friend Annie Worthing has passed away. We have lost a beautiful artist and human being. my heart shattered. Thoughts are with loved ones.
There is a go fund I set up for her family: https://t.co/dhvk6uOvZV
— Neil Druckmann (@Neil_Druckmann) January 29, 2023
We at Naughty Dog are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Annie Worthing. We will keep her in her heart and her memory and wish her family peace during this time.
If you want to help her family, please consider donating: https://t.co/KsvecO0wPw
— Naughty Dog (@Naughty_Dog) January 29, 2023
I was disappointed to hear that Annie Wersching passed away. Her performance was great and she was spectacular as Tess in The Last of Us. She expresses her deepest condolences to her family and her friends who passed away.
Please consider supporting her family in this moment of grief if you can https://t.co/1eKGWEGAjS
— Arne Meyer (@arnemeyer) January 29, 2023
Fuck. I was stunned to hear the news of Annie Worthing’s passing. Authentic. OG Tess. It’s heartbreaking for those she left behind. https://t.co/nYY1U3KzIJ
— Jeffrey Pierce (@pierce_jeffrey) January 29, 2023
I am heartbroken to hear the shocking news about Annie Welsing. She made such an impact on all of us at Castle, turning her guest role into her masterpiece, and a sweet and wonderful presence. Please support her family if you can. https://t.co/GmJnwdzOUF
— Andrew W. Marlowe (@AndrewWMarlowe) January 29, 2023
Today is a sad day for the #Timeless family. @Welsing
She may have played our villain Emma, but she was a real-life hero to our show and her family. I will miss her very much. https://t.co/11d6ICTx2Z
— Arikalisanne (@arikalisanne) January 29, 2023
The @TimelessSPTV family is devastated to learn of @Wersching’s tragic passing. As much as she was a villain on the show as Emma was, Annie was generous, spirited and kind in her real life.My heart goes out to her husband Steve and their sons. https://t.co/Jn1ZH1YDEH
— Timeless Writers (@TheTimelessRoom) January 29, 2023
Many people have expressed their grief about Annie Wersching. She was lovely even to us who met her briefly. Together, we expressed our joy at the thought of being part of the rest of Trek’s life. I didn’t realize how short it was, she sends her love to everyone who loves her.
— Chase Masterson (@ChaseMasterson) January 29, 2023
I just heard the heartbreaking news that Annie Worthing passed away. If you’ve ever worked with her or seen her perform, you’ll know how special she was. This is her GoFundMe for her beautiful boy.
For Annie’s boys ❤️ Freddie, Ozzy and Archie
https://t.co/hjMh7XXZOR
— Mickey Fisher (@MickeyFisher73) January 29, 2023
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Annie Welsing. She worked on several shows with her. She was always so kind, funny and friendly. I am in complete shock. Accept the joy of the moment.
— Stephan Fleet 🏳️🌈 (@stephanfleet) January 29, 2023
Sad to hear the news of Annie Welsing’s passing. I met her briefly on the set “24” years ago. She was talented, sharp, and very kind to me and everyone else on set. Please consider helping her three children if you can: https://t.co/n9gtyh629G
— Asaf Cohen (@a55afcohen) January 29, 2023
We at Naughty Dog are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Annie Worthing. We will keep her in her heart and her memory and wish her family peace during this time.
If you want to help her family, please consider donating: https://t.co/KsvecO0wPw
— Naughty Dog (@Naughty_Dog) January 29, 2023
Sunday, January 29, 6:40 PM Update: Added Kiefer Sutherland tweet.
