Jan Hooks, who shot to fame in the 1980s on 'Saturday Night Live,' died Thursday, according to reports.
The 57-year-old actress had been struggling with an undisclosed illness, said TMZ, which first reported her death.
Hook died Thursday morning, the website reported.
A versatile performer, Hooks worked alongside some of the 'SNL' greats and held her own.
She was most recognized for her signature skit playing an acid-tongued Southern belle with an improbable twang.
Hooks was on the show from 1986 to 1991 and her co-stars included Chris Farley, Dana Carvey, Mike Meyers and Dennis Miller.
She credited colleague Phil Hartman for getting her past her crippling stage fright.
In one of her most popular bits, she played half of the Sweeney sisters with Nora Dunn.
She also did a bang-up job of impersonating Hillary Clinton.
Hooks went on to join the ensemble cast of 'Designing Women' and recently had a bit role on '30 Rock.'
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