Laura Dern Honors Late Mom Diane Ladd With Heartfelt Birthday Tribute - BABEOfficial 2025

Laura Dern's Heartfelt Tribute

Laura Dern took to Instagram on Saturday, November 29, to honor her late mom, Diane Ladd, on what would have been her 90th birthday. Sharing a touching black-and-white portrait of her mother, Dern poured her heart out in a moving message.

"Happy birthday to my hero, the most extraordinary person I have ever known, on what would be her 90th today," she wrote. "As an artist and human being, you were always loving, always dreaming, always creating, and ever in service for all. I love you, Mom."

“My amazing hero and my profound gift of a mother, Diane Ladd, passed with me beside her this morning, at her home in Ojai, Calif.,” Dern said at the time. “She was the greatest daughter, mother, grandmother, actress, artist and empathetic spirit that only dreams could have seemingly created. We were blessed to have her. She is flying with her angels now.”

Remembering Diane Ladd

The Hollywood community was deeply moved by Diane Ladd's passing, confirmed by Laura Dern earlier this month. Ladd, who was born Rose Diane Ladner, left an indelible mark on the film industry, her career spanning decades and earning her the admiration of audiences and peers alike.

Her ex-husband, Bruce Dern, shared his memories of Ladd, emphasizing her impact as an actress and her role as a mother. "Diane was a tremendous actress and I feel like, a bit of a 'hidden treasure' until she ran into David Lynch," Bruce reflected. "She lived a good life. She saw everything the way it was. She was a great teammate to her fellow actors."

A Lasting Legacy

Diane Ladd's influence extended beyond her acting career. In 2010, she, along with Bruce and Laura Dern, received adjoining stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a unique honor that underscored their collective contributions to the entertainment world.

Ladd's life was rich with personal and professional accomplishments. After her marriage to Bruce Dern ended, she married twice more, with her last husband, Robert Charles Hunter, passing away earlier this year. Through it all, Ladd remained a beloved figure in Hollywood, cherished for her talent, humor, and grace.

As the world remembers Diane Ladd, her legacy as a trailblazing actress and devoted mother continues to shine brightly.