Carrie Fisher (60) deceased

- Carrie Fisher is deceased at the age of 60 from the effects of a heart attack.

That might be a spokesman for the family on behalf of her daughter Billie Lourd know. 'It is with great sadness that Billie Lourd confirmed that her beloved mother Carrie Fisher this morning at 8. 55 pm is deceased. She was loved by the world and she will be sorely missed. Our whole family all thanks you for your support and prayers. '

The actress, best known for her role as Princess Leia in Star Wars, Friday was hospitalized. She was on the plane from London to Los Angeles when she had a heart attack fifteen minutes before landing. She was immediately taken care of by a doctor who was on board and then transferred to the hospital.

Fisher also played in eg When Harry met Sally and Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle.

Her mother did not know via Twitter yesterday that Carrie condition was stable.