Actress Anne Curtis and her sister, actress Jasmine Curtis-Smith, are grieving the death of their father, James E. Curtis-Smith. The sisters shared the sad news with the public through a joint message posted on Instagram on Wednesday, January 7.
In their post, Anne and Jasmine said their father passed away peacefully but unexpectedly. They did not share the cause of his death. The sisters described James as a loving and strong father who guided their family with wisdom, humor, and resilience.
The statement said their father was a “true patriarch” who greatly influenced their lives. They shared that he was deeply loved by many and will always be remembered by their family. Anne and Jasmine added that they will miss him dearly and will keep him forever in their hearts.
James Curtis-Smith was a World War II veteran. He also worked as a lawyer and served as a former officer of the Royal Australian Navy. His long career showed his dedication to service and discipline.
Back in 2018, Anne asked the public to pray for her father when he was hospitalized and needed surgery for an undisclosed condition. He later recovered.
Many fans and fellow celebrities have sent messages of sympathy and support to Anne and Jasmine during this difficult time.
