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CulturePublished: 11 July 2026 at 20:37

Sad News from 'Dirty Dancing' Star: Jennifer Grey's Mother Passed Away on Her Own Terms

Jennifer Grey, known for her role in 'Dirty Dancing,' announced the death of her mother, also an actress, who chose to end her life on her own terms after a devastating diagnosis.

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Actress Jennifer Grey, who rose to international fame for her role in the 1987 romantic drama 'Dirty Dancing' alongside Patrick Swayze, has shared heartbreaking news. Her mother, who was also an actress, has passed away. Grey revealed that after receiving a terrible diagnosis, her mother decided not to wait for a painful death but to leave on her own terms.

Patrick Swayze, her co-star in the iconic film, has been gone since 2009 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Now Grey has experienced another loss in her family. She announced her mother's passing on social media, expressing gratitude for her mother's strength and dignity in making the decision.

Further details about the diagnosis and exact cause of death were not disclosed. Grey asked for privacy for her family during this difficult time. The news has sparked an outpouring of condolences from fans and colleagues worldwide.

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