UPDATE 4/8/2026 at 5:25 p.m. ET — Superman actress Valerie Perrine’s cause of death has been revealed. The Oscar nominee died of acute cardiopulmonary arrest, also known as sudden cardiac arrest, ...

Valerie Perrine, an Oscar-nominated actress who performed opposite Dustin Hoffman's Lenny Bruce in 1974's "Lenny" and starred in Christopher Reeve's "Superman" films, has died. She was 82. Perrine ...

Valerie Perrine’s official cause of death has been confirmed. The Superman actress died of acute cardiopulmonary arrest, also known as sudden cardiac arrest, according to her death certificate ...

Valerie Perrine, known for her decades of work on the big and small screens, has died. She was 82. “It is with deep sadness that I share the heartbreaking news that Valerie has passed away,” wrote ...

(L to R) Valerie Perrine and Gene Hackman in 'Superman II'. Photo: Warner Bros. Preview: Valerie Perrine has died at the age of 82. She was best known for her roles in ‘Superman’ and ‘Lenny.’ In later ...

Actress Valerie Perrine, known for her role in multiple early ‘Superman’ films, has died at the age of 82. She was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease 15 years ago and faced worsening conditions. A ...

Oscar-nominated "Lenny" actress and "Superman" star Valerie Perrine has died at 82 after a yearslong battle with Parkinson's disease, according to the director behind her biographical documentary.