Dee Freeman, the beloved veteran actress recognized for her performances in The Young and the Restless and Sistas, died on April 2, 2026, at the age of 66 after battling Stage 4 lung cancer.
She was celebrated as a brave performer who brought grace and strength to every role she played. She was recognized for her work on The Young and the Restless and for playing Valerie Barnes on BET’s Sistas. She also appeared in ER and the X-Files.
