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Beloved Actress 'Momma D' Dies in Altadena Wildfire

1/14/2025

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Summary

Momma D's Tragic Loss

Dalyce Curry, affectionately known as "Momma D," tragically lost her life in the devastating Eaton Fire in Altadena, California. At 95, she was a beloved actress whose remains were identified on January 12, just hours after her granddaughter, Dalyce Kelley, had dropped her off. This wildfire has already claimed 24 lives and left countless families displaced.

Summary

Dalyce Curry's Tragic Passing

Dalyce Curry, a beloved 95-year-old actress famed for her performances in *The Blues Brothers* and *The Ten Commandments*, tragically lost her life in the Altadena home she cherished, engulfed by the fierce Eaton Fire in Los Angeles. Her granddaughter confirmed the heartbreaking news on January 12, marking her passing as one of at least 24 lives claimed by the devastating wildfires.

History

Historical Context

The Eaton Fire in Altadena, California, reflects a troubling trend of increasingly destructive wildfires fueled by climate change and extreme weather conditions. Similar to the devastating Kinneloa Fire in 1993, which destroyed numerous homes, the Eaton Fire has claimed at least 24 lives and displaced thousands. Both fires highlight the ongoing challenges California faces with wildfires exacerbated by drought and powerful Santa Ana winds.

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Momma D's Tragic Loss

Dalyce Curry, affectionately known as "Momma D," tragically lost her life in the devastating Eaton Fire in Altadena, California. At 95, she was a beloved actress whose remains were identified on January 12, just hours after her granddaughter, Dalyce Kelley, had dropped her off. This wildfire has already claimed 24 lives and left countless families displaced.

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