It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Annie Wersching, best known for playing the role of FBI agent Renee Walker in the action drama series “24”. She was 45 years old. Annie died Sunday morning at her home in Los Angeles, as confirmed by her publicist to Page Six. Her husband, Stephen Full, shared a moving statement about her life, praising her for her ability to find wonder in the simplest moments and for inspiring her family to seek out adventure in the world.
Reports indicate that Annie was diagnosed with cancer in 2020, though the specifics of her illness have not been made public. In addition to “24”, she had starred in various other television shows such as “Bosch”, “Timeless”, “The Vampire Diaries”, Marvel’s “Runaways”, “The Rookie” and “Star Trek: Picard”.
Upon hearing of Annie’s death, her friends in the industry took to social media to express their condolences. Neil Druckmann, creator of the video game “The Last of Us”, which featured Annie’s voice as Tess, wrote, “We just lost a beautiful artist and human being. My heart is shattered. Thoughts are with her loved ones.” Abigail Spencer, Annie’s former “Timeless” co-star, tweeted, “We love you Annie Wersching. You will be deeply missed.”
Annie leaves behind her husband, Stephen, and their three children: Freddie, 12, Ozzie, 9, and Archie, 4.