Karen Black, an Oscar-nominated actress famous for her roles in 70’s cult classics like ‘Easy Rider’ and ‘Five Easy Pieces,’ passed away in Los Angeles from complications related to her battle with ampullary cancer; she was 74 years-old. Black’s ampullary…
Karen Black Cancer Crowdfunding Hits Its Goal
Over two years ago, actress Karen Black was diagnosed with ampullary cancer and had one-third of her pancreas removed. According to Black’s husband, Stephen Eckelberry, after extensive chemotherapy and radiation treatments she was able to conquer her cancer. Unfortunately, her…