Cremated, Ashes given to family or friend, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/148760679/amanda-peterson. I even asked my mom for a white leather fringe jacket #RipAmandaPeterson,' wrote Sarah Michelle Gellar. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Leonard Nimoy has his portrait taken at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California on April 26, 2009. According to the toxicology report, the actress had several prescription drugs in her system at the time of her death, including morphine. I know it brightened her day when she got all the emails and fan mail from everybody, he tells PEOPLE. Scott Weiland poses for a portrait at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival on Jan. 24, 2015 in Park City, Utah. Patrick Dempsey Mourns Late Co-Star Amanda Peterson - YouTube She made her stage debut in a production of 'The Sound of Music' and by the age of 9, appeared as an extra in the musical film 'Annie' (1982), which led to roles on the television shows 'Father Murphy', 'Silver Spoons' and was cast as a regular on the short-lived series 'Boone'. She was a great gal, he says. Justin Bieber gets VERY cheeky as he shares naked photo from a boat in Bora Bora, The screen for King Charles' coronation anointing is revealed, Monstrous tornado seen bearing down on Palm Beach, Ukraine drone strike hits major fuel depot in port Sevastopol, Braverman: People crossing Channel are 'at odds with British values', Historic chairs to be reused by the King for the coronation service, Women's rights activists and pro-trans campaigners separated, Russian freight train derails and bursts into flames after explosion, Moment large saltwater crocodile snatches pet dog off beach in QLD, Doctor slams Laurence Fox for 'spewing out biased views', 'You motherf***ers don't understand': Bam Margera details 'turmoil', Australian tourist allegedly spits in the face of a Java Imam, Hundreds of Household Division members rehearse for coronation. Find Amanda Peterson obituaries and memorials at Legacy.com Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. "I think it affected her forever.". The tragic death of actress Amanda Peterson had several celebritiesshaken up, includingher former co-star Patrick Dempsey. Her last movie was the 1994 fantasy/family film WindRunner, after which she decided to leave the entertainment industry and move to Colorado. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Learn more about managing a memorial . Learn more about merges. In the video above, her family recalls finding out that Peterson was using heroin and meth, the rollercoaster of addiction and sobriety, how they discovered she was dead, and why they say she struggled in Hollywood. Don't miss a beat. Toussaint died in Madrid, Spain on Nov. 10, 2015. A system error has occurred. This browser does not support getting your location. After her OnlyFans debut earned her over $2m, a former Disney starlet has issued an apology to sex workers who werent happy. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. An autopsy was due to be performed on Monday. Harmony, Trey and Mayla. Failed to delete memorial. She also shared some of her daughter's final moments. Amanda Peterson pictures and photos. ", "She was so great," she said. Actress. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. The stars autopsy report is still pending, but her mother, Sylvia Peterson, told PEOPLE she believes her daughters sudden death may have been related to various health issues, including sleep apnea. She was born January 1, 1919, in Kansas City, MO, to B. Oren & Nellie Dollie Butcher. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? According to her IMDb profile, she began studying for a Masters degree at Colorado State University in 2011, and was working on her autobiography. "After [the rape], she became more defensive, less trusting, some of the sparkle was gone," adds Peterson's dad, James, explaining that his daughter refused to press charges. ", Photographer Ryan Hartsock, who worked with Peterson on her final photo shoot in 2012, told PEOPLE that she was "kindhearted.". "At the height of Mandy's career, she suffered a very serious trauma. Amanda had an 8-year-old daughter Stella, who lives with her father. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Amanda Peterson's Family Reveal Horrific Rape Secret After Tragic Deat Burt Shavitz, the co-founder of Burt's Bees, poses at the Guess Portrait Studio during 2013 Toronto International Film Festival on Sept. 8, 2013 in Toronto, Canada. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The cause of Petersons sudden death is still yet to be determined. Amanda Peterson Dies: Inside Her Final Photo Shoot - People Part of the a360media Entertainment Group. Sending my thoughts and prayers to Amanda's family. Peterson was found dead at age 43 in her Colorado home on July 5. She went on to appear in a few more films, including 'The Lawless Land' (1988), 'Listen to Me' (1989) and 'Windrunner' (1994) and had roles on TV in such shows and movies as 'A Year in the Life', 'Doogie Howser, M.D', 'Hell Hath No Fury', and 'Jack's Place'. On July 7,Patrick contributed witha beautiful message for his late co-star, saying, In my memory, she will always be vibrant and young. Actress. 'Teen Mom' Alum Ryan Edwards Arrested for Stalking, Violating Protection Order amid Divorce from Wife Mackenzie, Tom Sizemore's Life, Career and Controversies: Everything to Know, All About Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown's Daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, Man Facing Murder Charges After Dismembered Body Is Discovered in Barrel in Las Vegas, 2 Men Indicted by Grand Jury for 2021 Deaths of Model and Architect Dumped Outside Hospitals After Party, Body Found in South Carolina Donation Box Identified as Woman Missing Since March: 'It Makes Me Mad', Attorney Who Once Prosecuted Domestic Violence Cases Is Allegedly Killed by Husband on New Year's Day, Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown's Relationship: A Look Back, Aaron Carter Filmed Sitcom Before His Death Cast and Director Moving Forward with Pilot Episode, N.C. Man Killed Girlfriend's Daughter, 3, with Chloroform in Attempt to Get Her to Sleep, Former Idaho Governor Candidate Convicted of Cold Case Murder of Girl, 12, Who Vanished in 1984, Lindsay Lohan Says She Has a 'Lot of Love' for Aaron Carter as She Remembers Ex Days After His Death, N.J. Senator Fred Thompson delivers a speech Sept. 7, 2007 in Sioux City, Iowa. Scott Foley meanwhile took to Twitter, writing; 'RIP Amanda Peterson. Phyllis Peterson Obituary - Greeley, CO In my memory, she will always be vibrant and young. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. She poses in an antique car, on the back of a motorcycle and even with a snake wrapped around her neck. Amanda Peterson (1971-2015) - Find a Grave Memorial You have to be very well attuned to what your children are doing, what they're saying," says Peterson's dad. Simon died on Feb. 11 at the age of 73. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. RIP Amanda Peterson,' said Scrubs and Clueless star Donald Faison. Thompson died Nov. 1, 2015 at the age of 73. ', By Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Amanda Peterson I found on Findagrave.com. cemeteries found in will be saved to your photo volunteer list. GREAT NEWS! Angel Amanda PetersonJan. Search instead in Creative? Put a Ring On It! Her boyfriend told police that Peterson was taking medication for bipolar disorder and ADD and was not supposed to drink. Part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Powered by WordPress VIP, Please note that this form cannot be used to reset your Google, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window). Peterson died at her home in Greeley, Colorado, where she was born. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. New York Governor Mario Cuomo is photographed on Oct. 19, 1994. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. 2023 ABC News Internet Ventures. In it she played cheerleader Cindi Mancini, whom nerdy high-school student Ronald Miller (Dempsey) pays $1,000 to pretend to be his girlfriend for a month. Even more sad, she left behinda husband and two children. 'When I was younger, I used to want to be #AmandaPeterson. In Memoriam: Notable People Who Died in 2015, In Memoriam: Notable People We Lost in 2016. Are you sure that you want to delete this flower? Even Peterson's sister, Anne-Marie, did not know about what her sister had endured. "She had the greatest smile. You may request to transfer up to 250,000 memorials managed by Find a Grave. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Amanda Jo Peterson, age 25, of Cresco, Iowa, died unexpectedly on Thursday, Nov. 19, at her home. He added that she had, at one stage, been living in a house with mold issues, but that she had moved out around a year ago. The former teen star, 43, died at her home in Greeley, Colorado this week where her body was reportedly lying undiscovered for days and a series of mugshots released show just how far she had fallen. Allen Toussaint performs during the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in New Orleans, May 7, 2011. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Her father James confirmed to TMZ that they had become concerned when they didn't hear from her for a few days. PHOTOS: Stars We've Lost In Recent Years Family of Amanda Peterson On Friday, Amanda and her mother were to have dinner together. Amanda who was found dead Sunday at 43 in her Greeley, Colorado, home had a lengthy arrest record in her home state, according to documents obtained by Yahoo. Her dad said she had been suffering from 'several medical issues' over the past two years, includingpneumonia, sinusitis and sleep apnea. Part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Powered by WordPress VIP, Please note that this form cannot be used to reset your Google, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window). The tragic actress - who fled Hollywood in 1994 following the film 'Windrunner', having shot to fame as a teen rom com favorite - was found dead at her Colorado apartment on Sunday, aged 43. Dailymail.com Reporter Categories. The pictures of Peterson from that shoot astride a motorcycle, in a vintage car and holding a large snake are the most recent known photos of her, now published worldwide. Her mother, Sylvia Peterson, told Fox News her daughter died Friday morning. Her mugshots show the actress almost unrecognizable, and in one picture, she has a black eye. Please enter your email and password to sign in. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Phoenix would die as a result of drug-induced heart failure less than 10 years later at the age of 23. Photos. She was arrested in September and released in December. Amanda Peterson's Mom Remembers Their Last Day Together: She Was in He died on Jan. 17 at the age of 37. Maureen O'Hara poses in a photo from 1950. Cant Buy Me Love star Amanda Peterson, who died of an accidental morphine overdose back in July, was harboring a horrific secret, the late actress family revealed on Monday, Sept. 14. She began her film career aged nine as one of the orphans in Annie, having auditioned for and almost landing the lead role. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Amanda went on to appear in other films including "The Lawless Land" (1987), "Listen to Me" (1989), and the 1994 film "Windrunner" starring Jason Wiles. She didn't want people to know," says her heartbroken mom. She also reportedly suffered frompneumonia and sinusitis that was allegedly caused by mold inher former home. She then attended NICC in Calmar, Iowa, for Early Childhood. She made her stage debut in a production of 'The Sound of Music' and by the age of 9, appeared as an extra in the musical film 'Annie' (1982), which led to roles on the television shows 'Father Murphy', 'Silver Spoons' and was cast as a regular on the short-lived . Actress Amanda Peterson Died From Morphine Toxicity Try again later. He died on Jan. 1, 2015 at the age of 82. She was 43. She Had Been Suffering From Sleep Apnea. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Amanda Peterson, star of the 1987 classic Can't Buy Me Love, was sadly found dead in her Colorado home on July 5 at just 43 years old. 102 Amanda Peterson Actress Premium High Res Photos By Beau Biden, son of Vice President Joe Biden, walks on stage during day three of the Democratic National Convention at the Pepsi Center, Aug. 27, 2008 in Denver, Colo. Biden died on May 30, 2015 at the age of 46. Search above to list available cemeteries. Patrick Dempsey, who wooed the late Amanda Peterson in their 1987 hit, paid tribute to his former co-star.Dempsey took to Twitter on Tuesday afternoon to pay respects to his former Cant Buy Me Love co-star Peterson, who passed away suddenly over the holiday weekend.Cant Buy Me Love, a teen comedy about a nerd who attempts to pay the head cheerleader Cindy Mancini, played by Peterson to be his girlfriend, helped launch the careers of both Dempsey and Peterson. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. He died on Jan. 1, 2015 at the age of 82. The Tribunereported that her door was unlocked when officers arrived and found her dead inside the house about 6pm Sunday evening. Author E. L. Doctorow discusses his new book, Andrews Brain, at his apartment in New York on Jan. 10, 2014. She looks almost unrecognisable in the photos, pictured with two black eyes in a mugshot takne in August 2003. With a natural beauty, powerful charm and a strong personality this talented and truly gifted actress began her career in film industry at age 9, with the feature film Annie (1982), directed by Academy Award-winner John Huston. Tragic final photoshoot of 80s bombshell Amanda Peterson whose body was found two days after she died alone in her apartment Amanda Peterson found dead at her Greely, Colorado, home on Sunday. Bond died on Aug. 15, 2015 at the age of 75. She had been raped," says Peterson's mom, Sylvia, in an exclusive interview with The Doctors airing Monday. Drummer Dallas Taylor of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young poses for a portrait on Sept. 18, 1969. Here's the video we played today at Mandy's memorial. Her co-star and on-screen love interest, Patrick Dempsey, 49 . . I think for her to carry the secret, this burden of the assault, must have just been overwhelming, Anne-Marie told the program. Sending my thoughts and prayers to Amandas family. All rights reserved. The Cant Buy Me Love actress was found dead at 43 in her Greeley, Colorado, home on Sunday. Despite his touching tweet, Patrick didnt takethe news lightly. Views: 219 Votes: 1. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Chef Paul Prudhomme holds a skillet filled with jumbalaya outside his cajun restaurant, K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen in New Orleans, circa April, 1990. Taylor died at age 84, Jan. 9, 2015. In 2013, she married Jake Rogers of Carlisle. Obituary for Jay Ross Hevener, Jr. at Howe-Peterson Funeral Home Actor and fitness star Greg Plitt poses in Los Angeles in June, 2009. SHE was the all-American Hollywood golden girl of the 80s who died a lonely death. Mike Moran with the Greeley, Colorado, police . 'Can't Buy Me Love' Star Amanda Peterson Died From Acute Morphine GREELEY, Colo. (AP) Amanda Peterson, best known for her role in the 1987 romantic comedy "Can't Buy Me Love," has died. Sgt. After spending most of the day on set, Peterson herself suggested the spontaneous shoot. "Can't Buy Me Love" star Amanda Peterson is seen on Aug. 8, 1988 at Ed Debevic's Restaraunt in Beverly Hills, Calif. Peterson died in July at the age of 43. Amanda was a stay at home mom who loved her family very much. 'Its a big loss. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. The cause of her death is currently unknown. Squire died on June 27, 2015 at the age of 67. Hollywood Life, Latest Hollywood Celebrity & Entertainment News. Doctorow died in July 2015 at the age of 84. "She just felt so ashamed. Amanda M. Peterson, 95, of Lindsborg, passed away July 6, 2014. ", She also remembered her daughter, who made her big-screen debut in Annie, as someone who "was just so much fun. Fellow actors, including Can't Buy Me Love costar Patrick Dempsey, paid tribute to her. Amanda Rogers Obituary Peterson, who was never able to recapture the success of 'Can't Buy Me Love,' retired in the mid-1990s and moved to Colorado to raise a family. She will truly be missed.'. Lindsay Kimble is a Senior Digital News Editor and the Sports Editor for PEOPLE Digital. Amanda Peterson: The life and times of a Colorado teen star The Peterson family went on to talk frankly about their discovery that Amanda was using heroin and meth. Actor David Canary poses for a promotional shot for "All My Children" circa 2004. At age 14 she starred alongside River Phoenix and Ethan Hawke in the sci-fi fantasy Explorers, which was both boys' film debuts. This is a carousel with slides. Melanie Burford/Prime for The Washington Post via Getty Images. Amanda Peterson dead: Mugshots reveal drugs, alcohol abuse Amanda Jo Peterson (1984-2009) - Find a Grave Memorial To use this feature, use a newer browser. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. 2023 BuzzFeed, Inc. All rights reserved. This account has been disabled. July 14, 2015. Here's what you need to know: 1. Dailymail.com Reporter, The images were taken by Ryan Harstock, photographer for, 'So here she is in her natural beauty as per her request,' Harstock posted to his, Bill Cosby ADMITTED drugging woman for sex in 2005: Star told lawyers he bought drugs and used them in consensual' sex with woman in Las Vegas, Famed producer Jerry Weintraub dead at 77, Production assistant, 30, shot dead as she walked with her boyfriend in Hollywood: Cops hunt for shotgun-wielding gunman who fled in car, Bottoms up! Police responded to Peterson's home to check on her during a well-being call after there was a report she had missed an appointment. Family members linked to this person will appear here. ABCNews. Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Hartsock, of KR Productions/Twisted Pixels Photography, was behind the lens for Petersons motorcycle-chic shoot, in Greeley. For warning signs of addiction, and resources, click here. Amanda Peterson Dies -- 'Can't Buy Me Love' Star Dead at 43 | TMZ.com, Greeley-born actress Amanda Peterson found dead in her apartment | GreeleyTribune.com, Rock Hard Chic.com | Models,Agent,Photographers, Amanda Peterson, star of 80s classic Cant Buy Me Love, dead at 43 | Q13 FOX News. Peterson, 43, was reportedly arrested four times over the past two decades in her hometown of Greeley, Colorado, most recently on a May 2012 DUI and drug paraphernalia charge. B.B. She poses in an antique car, on the back of a motorcycle. 2010, Peterson was arrested for third-degree assault following a fight with another woman in Fort Collins, Colo., according to a police report. Peterson was best known for her role opposite Patrick Dempsey in the 1987 film "Can't Buy Me Love." Her most famous role was opposite Patrick Dempsey in the 1987 teen romantic comedy Can't Buy Me Love. 8 Fans; 28 Pictures; 6 Lists; Post an image. Weiland died Dec. 3, 2015 at the age of 48. Amanda Peterson pictures and photos Wrestler 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper participates in WWE Wrestlemania 21 Goes Hollywood Staples Center in Los Angeles, March 3, 2005. Failed to delete flower. We're . Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Amanda Peterson, star of the 1987 classicCan't Buy Me Love, was sadly found dead in her Colorado home on July 5 at just 43 years old. In Memoriam: Notable People Who Died in 2015 - ABC News Click here to see where you can watch. The Weld County Coroner's report revealed Peterson died of an accidental morphine overdose, according to The Greeley Tribune. She agreed to pose up for the photos so long as Harstock didn't 'photoshop the hell out of me'. [2] Our thoughts remain with Amandas family and friends, and we hope to see Patrick pull through this difficult time. Prudhomme died in New Orleans on Oct. 8, 2015 at the age of 75. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Mom Is Fatally Shot by Retired Police Officer Ex-Boyfriend, Who Then Turns Gun on Himself, 'RHOC' Alum Lauri Peterson's Son Josh Waring Facing Drug Charges from Fentanyl Arrest, Grieving Mom of 'American Idol' Semi-Finalist Warns Parents About Street Drugs Secretly Mixed With Fentanyl, Kim Zolciak-Biermann's Daughter Ariana's 21st Birthday Cake Was Topped with Her Mugshot. Munawar Hosain/Fotos International/Getty Images. See Which Stars Have Gotten Engaged in 2023, Taylor Swift Sings About 'Falling Back in Love' on New Duet After Split, Meghan King Wears 'Fk You' Sweatshirt to Kids School, Jim Edmonds Reacts. All About Jaron Varsano, Isla Fisher Mourns the Death of Her Dad Brian Fisher: 'Thank You for Being the Greatest Father', Riley Keough Shares Touching Photo Taken from Her Last Time with Mom Lisa Marie Presley, Miles Teller and Keleigh Sperry's Relationship Timeline, Amanda Kloots Reveals Nick Cordero's Mom Lesley Has Died: 'The Definition of Resilience', All About LaNisha Cole, the 'Price Is Right' Model Who Welcomed a Baby with Nick Cannon, Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara's Relationship Timeline, Who Is Kate Hudson's Fianc? 18 of 36 Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage/Getty Images Mario Cuomo, 82 New York Governor Mario Cuomo is photographed on Oct. 19, 1994. According to the Weld County Sheriff's Office in Greeley, Colo., she was arrested for a DUI and possessing narcotic equipment on May 3, 2012. The Can't Buy Me Love actress was arrested four times between 2000 and 2012 Try again later. She. News correspondent Bob Simon poses with his award at The 35th Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards at Lincoln Center, Sept. 30, 2014 in New York. Despite Petersons history with drug and alcohol abuse, her mother Sylvia denied her daughter was still on drugs, telling Entertainment Tonight her death was not, in any way, a drug thing. "These photos. By clicking Sign Up, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and that you have read our Privacy Policy. Watch the heartbreaking interviews in the clip above. Patrick Dempsey Tweets Tribute to Amanda Peterson - ABC News Amanda Peterson - Wikipedia In the grungy images, the mother-of-two is all-but unrecognizable to fresh-faced Cindy Mancini, the Arizona cheerleader she played in 1987's 'Can't Buy Me Love' - a role that would make her a superstar. She made reoccurring guest appearances on "Silver Spoons", "Father Murphy", and "Jack's Place", as well as other television series.