The actress, Annie Wersching who was best known for her work on television series like 24, Bosch, and Timeless as well as her appearances on The Vampire Diaries, Runaways, and The Rookie, passed away from cancer, her representative confirmed to Deadline.
Ms. Wersching’s role as the Borg Queen on the Paramount+ “Star Trek” series made her famous. Additionally, she appeared in the TV shows “24,” “Bosch,” and “Timeless.” She passed away early on Sunday in Los Angeles, age 45. Annie Wersching was also well-known for her roles as police officer Julia Brasher on the Amazon series “Bosch” and engineer Emma Whitmore on the NBC series “Timeless.” She portrayed Renee Walker, a special F.B.I. agent, on Fox’s “24.”
Annie Wersching got her start in acting in 2002 when she appeared in Star Trek: Enterprise. She later got a big part in Star Trek: Picard. She provided Tess’ voice in the video game The Last Of Us, which has recently been turned into a lauded HBO television series. In the video game “The Last of Us,” Wersching also provided Tess’ voice. In response to Wesching’s passing, Neil Druckmann, the show’s creator for the upcoming HBO Max series “The Last of Us,” tweeted: “Just found out my dear friend, Annie Wersching, passed away. We just lost a beautiful artist and human being. My heart is shattered. Thoughts are with her loved ones.”
“This family’s soul is currently pierced by a vast void. She did, however, leave us the means to do so. In the most mundane situation, she found wonder. She could dance without any accompaniment. She showed us that adventure doesn’t always find you. “Go locate it. It’s all over. And we’ll find it, “Deadline, the statement read.
Ms. Wersching stated that portraying the Borg Queen was “certainly a little intimidating” in an interview with the Paramount+ program “The Ready Room.” She mentioned that before beginning her own interpretation and performance, she became familiar with the role and those who had previously played it. She remarked, “It’s such a legendary role.” “I’m incredibly eager for everyone to see,”
Ms. Wersching was the Borg Queen, and she had cables coming out of her shoulders and head.
24’s executive producer and director, Jon Cassar, said. “I can’t even keep track of how many pieces my heart has broken. With an open mind and a contagious smile, Annie Wersching entered my world. She made me gasp when she displayed such talent. In addition to being a coworker, Annie developed into a true friend to my family, me, and everyone else on the cast and crew. I am deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Annie Wersching—a wonderful and talented person I was fortunate enough to know. The Vampire Diaries actor Paul Wesley, who portrayed Annie’s character’s son in the series, shared a photo of himself with the late actress on his Instagram Story.
In a tweet, Star Trek actress and The Flash actress Chase Masterson wrote: “Joining the many expressing sorrow about Annie Wersching. To those of us who only briefly interacted with her, she was lovely. With no idea of how brief it would be, we both expressed happiness at the prospect of continuing to be a part of Trek. Love to everyone who was close to Annie Wersching.
Ever Carradine, Wersching’s friend and former co-star on the television show Runaways, has established a “family fundraiser” in her honor. Full, 53, who had three sons with Wersching—Freddie, Ozzie, and Archie—continued: “She would yell “Bye!” until we were out of sight and into the world as I drove our boys, the true loves of her life, down the winding driveway and street. It’s still ringing, I can hear it. I love you little family, bye my friend.”
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