Marilyn Burns Actress of “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre” Dies at 65; Burns Found Dead in Texas Home

Marilyn Burns actress of "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" has died at 65. She died early morning on Tuesday inside her own home in Houston, Texas. It was her manager, Chris Roe, who confirmed that Marilyn Burns actress has, indeed, passed away to ABC News.

Roe informed ABC News, "It is with sad news that I can officially confirm that actress Marilyn Burns passed away. She was found unresponsive by a family member in her Houston area home. Her family thanks everyone for all their love and support, and asks for privacy at this time. Further details will be released later."

The cult classic "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" was actually one of the first films that Marilyn Burns actress starred in. It was released in 1974 and Marilyn Burns actress portrayed the role of a female teenager named Sally Hardesty.

Other relatively macabre classics also featured Marilyn Burns actress, such as 1994's "Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation", 1976's "Helter Skelter," and 2012's "Butcher Boys."

Marilyn Burns actress was actually born in Erie, Pennsylvania, but was raised in Texas. She earned a degree in drama in 1971 from the University of Texas. Acting was her dream career and she pursued this particular art throughout her schooling. She made her very first film debut in "Brewster McCloud" by Robert Altman while she was pursuing her degree.

Although Marilyn Burns actress was able to land some minor roles in various classic flicks, it was her part in "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" by Tobe Hooper that got her noticed by the big wigs. In fact, her role as Sally Hardesty is believed to be her most memorable role.

Owen Gleiberman even commented on the movie and said, "With the exception of 'Psycho,' it's the only modern horror movie I can think of that's as elegant as it is relentless."

Another famous character portrayed by the highly talented Marilyn Burns actress was Linda Kasabian in the Charles Manson mini-series, "Helter Skelter." She also took part in Hooper's "Eaten Alive." Plus, she had some cameo appearances in 2013's "Texas Chainsaw 3D" as well.