"Heartbreaking": Days of Our Lives star dies at 67
<p>Arleen Sorkin, the actress known for starring as Calliope Jones in <em>Days of Our Lives</em> has passed away aged 67. </p>
<p>Her death was confirmed by filmmaker and <em>DC Studios </em>CEO James Gunn, in an Instagram post shared on Sunday. </p>
<p>Gunn also praised Sorkin for her memorable role as the original voice of Harley Quinn in <em>Batman: The Animated Series</em>. </p>
<p>"Rest in Peace, Arleen Sorkin, the incredibly talented original voice of Harley Quinn, who helped to create the character so many of us love. Love to her family and friends. ❤️," he shared with a throwback picture of the late actress. </p>
<p>Tributes have poured in from celebrities and fans alike.</p>
<p>Actress Nia Vardalos, the star of <em>My Big Fat Greek Wedding,</em> commented on Gunn's post: "Ah, God bless her." </p>
<p>"Heartbreaking. Arleen's spirit was a light and charming as her mind was quick and sharp," wrote American actress Sharon Lawrence, known for her role in <em>NYPD Blue.</em></p>
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<p>"She was the perfect voice for Harley. I remember her as Calliope on Days of Our Lives when my mom would let me watch with her when I was a kid," one fan wrote. </p>
<p>"The definitive voice of Harley Quinn, rest easy," wrote another, with a black heart and dove emoji. </p>
<p>"My childhood is fading away. Thanks to all for the amazing memories," commented a third.</p>
<p>Star Wars star Mark Hamill, who voiced The Joker alongside Sorkin, also shared a tribute on X, formerly known as Twitter. </p>
<p> "Devastated to learn we've lost the brilliant Arleen Sorkin. Not just a wonderful talent, but a truly wonderful person," he wrote. </p>
<p> "I'm grateful not only to have worked with her, but to have been her friend. Sending my heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones."</p>
<p>Sorkin's cause of death has not been revealed.</p>
<p>She is survived by her husband TV producer Christopher Lloyd and her two children. </p>
<p><em>Images: Getty</em></p>
