Debbie Reynolds dies day after daughter Carrie Fisher

Hollywood legend Debbie Reynolds -- who graced the silver screen, Broadway, and television during her decades-long career -- has died, media reports said .

The 84-year-old actress and singer was rushed to a hospital on Wednesday after suffering a stroke, New York Times reported.

Reynolds passed away a day after her daughter -- "Star Wars" actress Carrie Fisher died aged 60.

"She wanted to be with Carrie," Reynolds' son Todd Fisher said.

Reynolds - best known for her roles on stage and screen, including the 1952 movie musical classic "Singin' in the Rain" - was reportedly "distraught" in the hours after Fisher's death Tuesday.

 

She had been discussing funeral plans with Todd when the stroke occurred, reports said.

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