Oscar nominee Diane Ladd dies
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Born on Nov. 29, 1935, in Laurel, Miss., Ladd was the only child of veterinarian Preston Paul Ladner and actress Mary Bernadette Ladner, and she began acting, dancing and singing at a young age, according to Life After 50.
The actor said he will "be forever grateful" to Ladd for being "a wonderful mother" to their daughter, Laura Dern