Hollywood continues to mourn the loss of actress Elizabeth Peña, who passed away at the age of 55 on Tuesday.
The late thesp, who the most recently played Sofía Vergara's mother on ABC's Emmy-winning series Modern Family, is believed to have died of natural causes after a brief illness.
"She was a role model, a truly extraordinary performer and an inspiration in every sense of the word," the network said in a statement to E! News. "She will be deeply missed."
Peña's career spanned over 40 years in Tinseltown. Her resume included notable roles in The Incredibles, Jacobs Ladder, Transamerica, Lone Star, and La Bamba in addition to countless other films and television series.
The beloved actress also touched the lives of the many in the Hollywood community. Here's what the stars are saying:
We were so sad to learn of the passing of Elizabeth Pena. A member of our Family, she will be missed. #RIPElizabethPena
? Steve Levitan (@SteveLevitan) October 16, 2014
The entire cast and crew are very sad to say goodbye to one of our Modern Family members. RIP to the beautiful & talented #ElizabethPena.
? Jesse Tyler Ferguson (@jessetyler) October 16, 2014
My heart is broken!!! My prayers are with you and your family. We will miss you #ElizabethPena ?ZS
? Zoe Saldana (@zoesaldana) October 16, 2014
?@SteveLevitan: We were so sad to learn of the passing of Elizabeth Pena. A member of our Family, she will be missed. #RIPElizabethPena???RIP
? Sofia Vergara (@SofiaVergara) October 16, 2014
Elizabeth Peña was wonderful in everything she did. She shone so bright. An incredibly gifted actress. I loved her. Rest in Peace.
? Martha Plimpton (@MarthaPlimpton) October 16, 2014
Rest in Peace Elizabeth Pena...you paved the way for so many of us!! http://t.co/IiGf6JuxGf
? Eva Longoria (@EvaLongoria) October 16, 2014
So devastated to hear about the passing of Elizabeth Pena. A lovely friend and wonderful actress. She will be truly missed.
? Robert Rodriguez (@Rodriguez) October 16, 2014
Elizabeth Peña was sublime. RIP. I already miss you.
? Pedro Pascal (@PedroPascal1) October 16, 2014
Elizabeth Pena , May your beautiful soul " Rest in Peace " with love and respect
? George Lopez (@georgelopez) October 16, 2014
Heartbroken to hear the news of Elizabeth Peña's death. She was such a light. So glad I knew her. So sad she's gone. pic.twitter.com/4YFOl2d1a3
? America Ferrera (@AmericaFerrera) October 16, 2014
I remember well #ElizabethPena fr the movie Down & out in Beverly Hills. I was so in love ;) RIP beautiful soul ;( pic.twitter.com/1ZuSBFNq0K
? Gilles Marini (@GillesMarini) October 16, 2014
Elizabeth Pena...a ferociously funny, fierce and singular actress. A beautiful woman who has gone way too soon... I miss you already - RIP
? Debra Messing (@DebraMessing) October 16, 2014