Dolores 'Dee' Freeman, known for her roles in The Young and the Restless and Tyler Perry's Sistas, has passed away. Freeman was 66 years old. The actor's family announced her passing after a "brave and relentless battle" against stage 4 lung cancer, sharing a statement on her Instagram profile.

In their statement, the family began with, "We want to share this news with you with our deepest sorrow on behalf of our family," and added: "Dee peacefully passed away on April 2, 2026, after her brave and relentless fight against cancer."

Throughout her long artistic career, Dee Freeman made significant contributions to both television and film. In addition to her performance in The Young and the Restless, she connected with a wide audience by taking on important roles in Tyler Perry's popular series Sistas. The actor's impressive acting skills and professional approach were appreciated in the productions she worked on.

Supported by her family during her battle with cancer, Freeman maintained a strong attitude despite her illness. The post shared on social media was intended to give insight into how the actor coped with her disease.

Freeman's death is considered a significant loss to the television industry. Tyler Perry, the producer of Sistas, and the cast of The Young and the Restless are expected to share condolence messages on social media to honor Freeman's legacy and contributions.