Two and a Half Men star Conchata Ferrell has died aged 77, after complications following a cardiac arrest.
The actress, who was best known for her role as housekeeper Berta in the CBS sitcom, died on Monday.
According to Deadline, Conchata was surrounded by family when she died at Sherman Oaks Hospital in Sherman Oaks, California.
The star was nominated for three Emmy Awards during her career, including two nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her part in Two and a Half Men, where she starred alongside Charlie Sheen.
In a moving tribute posted to social media, Charlie wrote: “An absolute sweetheart, a consummate pro a genuine friend a shocking and painful loss. Berta, your housekeeping was a tad suspect, your ‘people’ keeping was perfect.”
an absolute sweetheart
— Charlie Sheen (@charliesheen) October 13, 2020
a consummate pro
a genuine friend
a shocking and painful loss.
Berta,
your housekeeping
was a tad suspect,
your "people"keeping was perfect.
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Fellow co-star Jon Cryer also paid homage, writing: “She was a beautiful human. Berta’s gruff exterior was an invention of the writers.
“Chatty’s warmth and vulnerability were her real strengths. I’m crying for the woman I’ll miss, and the joy she brought so many.”