JOYCE DeWitt has broken her silence on Suzanne Somer’s tragic death.
The 74-year-old released a statement on Monday about her former Three’s Company co-star.
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“My heart goes out to Suzanne’s family,” Joyce wrote in a statement to People.
The Hollywood actress continued: “They are a very close family — deeply connected and caring one to the other. I can only imagine how difficult this time is for all of them.
“I’m sure Suzanne was greeted by Angels into the loving wisdom waiting for all of us on the other side, and I hope that will assist her family’s hearts in healing as they travel through this difficult time.
THEIR FEUD
Suzanne and Joyce acted together on Three’s Company for four seasons beginning in 1977.
However, in 1980, Suzanne was fired from the American sitcom after her request for the same paycheck as her co-star, John Ritter was denied.
Suzanne asked that she receive $150,000 per episode instead of $30,000.
Suzanne revealed ABC’s reaction: “The show’s response was, ‘Who do you think you are?’ They said, ‘John Ritter is the star.'”
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When the firing occurred, it ended the friendship between Suzanne and Joyce.
However, the two later reunited during Suzanne’s talk show, Suzanne Somers Breaking Through.
While introducing Joyce, Suzanne said: “It’s been over 30 years since Joyce and I have seen each other, so I have to admit I’m a little nervous.”
During their conversation, the two discussed the money disagreement: “In a group of serious actors, I probably pissed you all off. If I did, I’m really sorry. I just really needed money at the time.”
‘IT’S TIME’
In the interview, Joyce was asked why she decided to appear on the talk show.
She said: “It’s time. I think that you gave me the opportunity to make sure that I walk my talk for the last 30-odd years.
“Whenever something about Three’s Company comes up, I have relentlessly said that it is my opinion that the only reason Three’s Company is worth remembering is that it created an opportunity for all of us to laugh together, to celebrate joy.
“Even if we hadn’t seen each other in a very long time, you are giving me that opportunity to walk my talk.”
SUZANNE’S DEATH
Suzanne reportedly died on Sunday, October 15, after battling breast cancer. She was 76 years old.
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