Barbara Rush, iconic star of It Came From Outer Space and Peyton Place, passed away peacefully at 97. Her daughter, Claudia Cowan, confirmed the news, calling her final moments serene.

Known for her Golden Globe-winning role in the 1953 sci-fi classic, Rush worked with legends like Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. She gained further fame as Marsha Russell in Peyton Place.

In her later years, Rush lived quietly, cherished by her family. Cowan praised her mother’s enduring sparkle and kindness.

Barbara Rush’s remarkable career and personal warmth leave an indelible legacy in Hollywood.