'Cheers' actress Kirstie Alley dies of cancer at 71

Actress Kirstie Alley, best known for her role in comedy series 'Cheers', has died at the age of 71, her family announced. The actress passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered, the family said. Alley starred alongside John Travolta in 1989 comedy film 'Look Who's Talking' and was also a recipient of Emmy and Golden Globe awards.