Louise Fletcher, beloved Academy Award-winning actress and humanitarian passed away peacefully on September 23, 2022, at the age of 88. Born in Birmingham, Alabama in1934, Louise attended the University of North Carolina School of the Arts before studying at the Pasadena Playhouse and moving to Los Angeles. After a few minor roles, she earned acclaim for her performance in historian Robert Altman’s 1975 black comedy, "Nashville". During her career, Louise earned recognition and awards in film, television, and radio. Of particular note was her 1975 Academy Award-winning performance as Nurse Ratched in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”. Her portrayal earned her an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe. Her thirty-year career includes an impressive filmography which includes "Smokey and the Bandit II" (1980), "Firestarter" (1984), "Brainstorm" (1983), "Flowers in the Attic" (1987), "Exorcist III" (1990), "The Patsy" (1964) “Blue Sky” (1994), and "Cruel Intentions" (1999). She received numerous acting accolades, including Emmy® nominations for her work in "Flamingo Road" (1981) and "Crazy in Love" (1992), and a Special Award at the Los Angeles Women in Film Festival in 2003. Louise’s many accolades for her humanitarian work include the Hollywood Women’s Political Committee Humanitarian Award, the Women in Film Crystal Award, and the Humanitarian Award from the International Women’s Summit. Louise was known for her stillness and grace. She was a loving wife to Jerry Bick since 1959, a mother of two, and a friend to many. Louise was a unique person and will be greatly missed.