Actress Misty Upham’s body identified by Washington state authorities

The body of actress Misty Upham, who had roles in “August: Osage County” and “Django Unchained,” was positively identified Friday, Washington state’s King County Medical Examiner confirmed.

The 32-year-old was found Thursday by a family member at the bottom of a steep embankment near White River in Auburn, a suburb of Seattle, police said.

Upham died Oct. 5, according to the medical examiner. The cause is still under investigation.

Her father reported her missing on Oct. 6.

Upham’s purse with her ID was found near the body, police said.

Friend and fellow actress Juliette Lewis shared her grief on Twitter.

“Misty Upham survived many things that many don’t early on in life. She fought for the voiceless fiercely,” Lewis said on social media. “She understood suffering and the deepest pain. She had a presence everyone saw and felt. It is this presence that will continue. Out of the dark space in which her light got dimmed. I will remember her as tuff. Wise. Funny. Spiritual. And hopeful. This is another great reminder to call and check on someone when you think to. Not when its too late.”

Lewis could not be reached for additional comment.

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