#CarrieFisher
Death of actress/writer Carrie Fisher, Princess Leia and mental health advocate.
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Died | December 27, 2016 |
| Age | 60 |
| Cause | Cardiac arrest on flight |
| Legacy | Princess Leia, mental health advocacy, writer |
Origin & Impact
Carrie Fisher died December 27 after cardiac arrest on a flight from London to LA. #CarrieFisher trended massively as Star Wars fans and fellow celebrities mourned Princess Leia and celebrated Fisher’s sharp wit, mental health advocacy, and fearless memoir writing about addiction and bipolar disorder.
Fisher’s death was particularly devastating coming right after Star Wars: The Force Awakens revived her iconic role. Her willingness to discuss mental health and addiction openly influenced countless people. #CarrieFisher represented loss of beloved icon and important voice for mental health awareness. Her mother Debbie Reynolds’ death the next day doubled the tragedy.
Related Hashtags
- #RIPCarrie
- #PrincessLeia
- #StarWars
- #MentalHealthAdvocate