Kirstie Alley Dead At 71 After Private Cancer Battle

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Hollywood is paying tribute to actress Kirstie Alley. She died on Monday after a short, private battle with cancer. She was 71 and probably best known for starring as the sultry ‘Rebecca Howe’ on ‘Cheers.’ The role won her an Emmy in 1991. Her movies include “Look Who’s Talking,” “Summer School,” “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” and “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan.”  Her co-star, John Travolta, honored her on Instagram, calling theirs ‘one of the most special relationships he’s ever had.’