May 7, 1949 – Aug 5, 2014
HOUSTON (AP) — Actress Marilyn Burns, perhaps best known as the heroine in the 1974 cult hit "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre," has died. She was 65.
Her manager, Chris Roe, confirmed Wednesday that Burns was found unresponsive by a family member at her Houston-area home Tuesday morning.
A cause of death has not been determined.
Burns' career included roles in several horror films spanning 40 years, including last year's "Texas Chainsaw 3D."
In the 1974 film, her character was the only one to escape the rampage of the chainsaw-wielding Leatherface.
Roe described Burns as an "incredibly gracious and giving person" who was quick with a smile.
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She was a sensational actress, and my favorite "it girl" of any horror movie. She will always be remembered. Thank you Ms. Burns for entertaining us.
Derek Hailey
April 28, 2022 | Martinsville, VA
I met Marilyn Burns working as a actor at a haunted attraction in harlingen texas. She made me feel as a equal and the love she carried with her unspeakable.she said she had alot of fun and was really happy meeting all that made a special performance just for her. Love you and miss you took me this long to say. Never will I forget that day
John
November 08, 2020 | Friend
The 1979 texas chainsaw massacre was my favorite movie..the other Tcm movies were as awesome as well I loved all the tcm movies.I,m gonna miss marilyn burns.
Sherrie Wieling
February 19, 2017 | Little Falls, MN
1974 Texas Chainsaw is my favorite horror movie.Marilyn your acting was incredible.
Lisa McLeod
October 15, 2016 | Hollywood, FL
1974 Texas Chainsaw is my favorite horror movie.Sally your acting was incredible.
Lisa McLeod
October 15, 2016 | Hollywood, FL
Valenda Newell
July 08, 2016 | Indianapolis, IN
Never forgotten, Rest in Peace.
Allison Dupont
March 07, 2016 | New Orleans, LA
I wish we could have the chance to film with you and your crew, I'm a small Film and Video Production service here in Houston, Texas. Jim lived here also, Great man and both of you brought joy to all of us And just knowing your crew, was such a pleasure, From Frank Frey and Crew, Jesus loves You!
Frank Frey
September 22, 2015 | Houston, TX
R.I.P. we will miss you
Troy Gross
September 21, 2015 | Panama City, FL