"We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered," Alley's children True and Lillie Parker wrote in a statement that was shared on Alley's Twitter.Editor’s PicksKirstie Alley Fights Scientology RumorsRhea Perlman salutes 'Cheers' for sitcom's 40th anniversary: 'It's incomprehensible'Kirstie Alley Explains 'Circus Fat' Comment for Jenny Craig AdShe starred in several smaller films following that role including "One More Chance," "Blind Date" and "Runaway."Later in her career, she had her own show titled "Kirstie," where she played the main character, Maddie Banks, a Tony Award-winning actress navigating life after a son she gave up at birth reappears and wants to reconnect with her.During her reveal on the show, she said that she wanted to perform because of her grandchildren.Upon the release of the news of Alley's death, some in Hollywood began paying tribute to the actress, including her former "Look Who's Talking" co-star, actor John Travolta, who shared a photo of him and Alley on Instagram."