Amanda-Peterson-Obituary

Amanda Peterson

Greeley, Colorado

Jul 8, 1971 – Jul 5, 2015 (Age 43)

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BORN
July 8, 1971
DIED
July 5, 2015
AGE
43
LOCATION
Greeley, Colorado

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Star of 80s hit "Can't Buy Me Love, Amanda Peterson has died.

The Associated Press

GREELEY, Colo. (AP) — Amanda Peterson, best known for her role in the 1987 romantic comedy "Can't Buy Me Love," has died. She was 43.

Sgt. Mike Moran with the Greeley, Colorado, police department says Peterson was found dead at an apartment complex Sunday. She was alone, and an investigation into her death is ongoing. No other information was released.

Peterson began her film career when she was 9 in the 1982 adaptation of the play "Annie," directed by John Huston.

The Greeley native appeared in numerous movies and TV shows over the next decade. Her biggest role was playing opposite Patrick Dempsey in "Can't Buy Me Love."

She played cheerleader Cindy Mancini, whom Dempsey's character paid to pose as his girlfriend.

Peterson appeared in her last film, "Windrunner," in 1994.

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A WONDERFUL SPIRIT! RIP!

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Amanda was a talented actress. She will be forever missed. Sending prayers to her family and friends.

My prayers are with the family and friends of this lovely and talented young lady. May the Lord provide peace and comfort for you in knowing that He had plans for your loved one that you won't know about until you get there and are reunited with her. Find peace in knowing that this is only a temporary separation and that God has promised to reunite us with our loved ones. May God bless and comfort all of Amandas family and friends.