Actress Valerie Perrine, best known for her role in the Superman franchise, has passed away at the age of 81. She played the role of Eve Teschmacher in Superman (1978) and Superman II (1980).

Perrine passed away on Monday, 23rd March, at her Beverly Hills home. The news was confirmed by her long-time friend Stacey Souther. The Oscar-nominated actress had been battling Parkinson's disease for 15 years.