A retired actress who appeared in the iconic 1980 film "The Blues Brothers" faced a tragic end amid the raging Southern California wildfires.
According to The US Sun, Dalyce Curry, aged 95, perished when the Eaton Fire engulfed her Altadena home north of Los Angeles, where first responders discovered her remains on Sunday evening.
The devastating news was shared by her great-granddaughter Dalyce Kelley through social media, who posted haunting footage of the destruction that claimed her great-grandmother's life. The video revealed a grim scene of devastation, showing Mrs. Curry's scorched Cadillac and her home reduced to ash, with an orange glow still illuminating the sky from nearby flames.
Kelley, who served as Mrs. Curry's caregiver, had last seen her great-grandmother when dropping her off at home from the hospital around midnight last Tuesday. Within hours, the Eaton Fire erupted, quickly escalating into an uncontrollable blaze that would claim multiple lives.
The family endured five days of agonizing uncertainty before receiving confirmation of Mrs. Curry's fate. When finally permitted to visit the property, Kelley found nothing but devastation, with only her great-grandmother's blue Cadillac remaining among the ruins.
Known affectionately as "Momma D" to her loved ones, Curry had built a career as part of the Old Black Hollywood scene in the 1950s, working as an extra in various productions, including "The Blues Brothers." Despite her advanced age, family members described her as remarkably active and vibrant.
The current wildfire crisis in Southern California has created unprecedented challenges for emergency responders. Four major fires, including the Eaton Fire that claimed Mrs. Curry's life, have consumed more than 62 square miles of land.
The combination of extreme drought conditions, dry vegetation, and powerful Santa Ana winds reaching speeds of up to 80 mph has created what officials describe as perfect conditions for rapid fire spread. The situation has forced more than 150,000 residents to evacuate their homes.
Power outages have affected nearly 70,000 customers, with Los Angeles County bearing the brunt of the impact. The death toll has reached at least 24, with 16 people still reported missing as authorities continue their search efforts.
The loss of Dalyce Curry represents one of the many personal tragedies unfolding during this natural disaster. Her great-granddaughter Kelley reflected on the devastating loss, saying:
She was 'Momma D' to all of us. It's heartbreaking to lose her like this. She was very active; you would not think she was 95.
Investigation and containment efforts continue as authorities work to prevent further casualties. Two suspects have been arrested for allegedly setting fires, including one individual caught with a blowtorch in Calabasas, adding a criminal element to the ongoing crisis.
Dalyce Curry's death in the Eaton Fire marks one of the most poignant losses in the ongoing Southern California wildfire crisis. The 95-year-old actress, known for her role in "The Blues Brothers" and her work in Old Black Hollywood, perished when flames consumed her Altadena home north of Los Angeles.
As firefighters continue battling multiple blazes across the region, the tragedy highlights the devastating impact of these fires, which have claimed at least 24 lives, left 16 people missing, and forced more than 150,000 residents to evacuate their homes.
