Actress Glenne Headly, best known for her roles in "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" and "Dick Tracy," has died. She was 62 years old.

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In her 30-plus years in Hollywood, Headly appeared in some of the most memorable films of the era. She also had roles in “Sgt. Bilko,” “ER,” HBO’s “The Night Of” and Disney’s “Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen” opposite Lindsay Lohan. She was in the midst of filming a half-hour comedy with actor Ed Begley Jr. set to appear on Hulu.

"It is with deep sorrow that we confirm the passing of Glenne Headly," a spokesman for Headly told People magazine. "We ask that her family's privacy be respected in this difficult time."

As news of Headly’s death spread, some of her colleagues remembered her life and career on social media.

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