Very sad news from Hollywood today:
Annie Wersching, a veteran actress best known for her roles on the hit TV shows 24, Bosch and Timeless, died of cancer on Sunday morning.
He is 45 years old.
According to Deadline, Wersching was diagnosed with cancer in 2020, although he continued to film important roles in programs such as Star Trek: Picard and The Rookie.
Wersching also voiced Tess in the popular video game The Last Of Us, which was recently adapted into a television series by HBO.
Wersching’s husband, actor Stephen Full, issued a statement confirming the tragic outcome of the development.
We have posted below.
There is a cavernous hole in the soul of this family today. But he left us the tools to fill it. He finds wonder in the simplest moments.
They don’t need music to dance. He taught us not to wait for adventure to find you. ‘Let’s find out. Anywhere.’ And we will find it.
When I drove our boy, the true love of his life, down the winding roads and streets, he would shout BYE! until we were out of earshot and into the world. I can still hear the ringing.
Goodbye Budi. ‘I love you little family…
Wersching is a mother of three.
Originally from St. Louis, she started on the screen with appearances in films such as Bruce Almighty and shows such as Star Trek: Enterprise, Charmed and Supernatural, before finally landing the role of Renee Walker in the series 24.
Her Timeless co-star, Abigail Spencer, shared a beautiful but poignant post about her friend on Instagram in tribute on Sunday.
“My love @anniewersching,” she began the caption.
“The best scene partner. My enemy #Timeless, where we can barely keep straight. This is a loss that destroys our community.
“She’s the anchor of many of your & our favorite shows. Ring. If you need someone to come in and kick ass or elevate your storyline or lifeline: call Annie.
“This is so hard…Steve…there are no words. Sending you and the kids lots of love and support.
Jon Cassar, director and executive producer of 24, also presented the following awards:
“My heart broke so much more than I thought it would. Annie came into my world with an open heart and an infectious smile.
“Representing such talent, she took my breath away. Annie was more than a co-worker, she was a true friend to me, my family and every cast and crew that worked with her. She will be greatly missed by her and the fans who always found time to connect with her.”
“Annie you will be missed, you left a mark, and we are all better for it.”
Wersching is survived by including his wife and lods Freddie, 12; Ozzie, and Archie, 4.