Teri Garr’s 8 Best Roles, From ‘Tootsie’ to ‘Young Frankenstein’

Teri Garr, the Oscar-nominated star of “Tootsie,” “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” was known for playing lovably daffy characters like Inga in “Young Frankenstein,” but also shined in more dramatic parts.

Sadly, her career was shortened by multiple sclerosis. She died of the degenerative disease on Tuesday at age 79.

We toast the talented comedian and dancer with this list of her best, most loved movie and TV roles.

Sandy Lester in “Tootsie”

Garr received her only Oscar nomination for her role as Dustin Hoffman’s supportive friend Sandy in comedy classic “Tootsie.”