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Cameron Diaz has thanked fans for their support following the sudden death of her father.
Emilio Diaz passed away suddenly early Tuesday morning after a bout of flu developed into pneumonia. He was just 58 years old.
"My mom, sister and I are deeply appreciative of the overwhelming outpouring of love and support during this difficult time for us and all of our family," the 35-year-old actress said in a statement.
"My dad was loved by so many people and his humour and spirit will always live on in our hearts."
Sources close to the family described the sudden loss as "shocking", as Emilio was in "terrific health".
Cameron, 35, learned of her father's passing on the set of her forthcoming film My Sister's Keeper. Production on the movie was shut down immediately.
Emilio, who lived in Seal Beach, California, was a second generation Cuban-American who worked as a foreman for an oil company.
Emilio was always a proud supporter of Cameron's career and he even had a bit part in his daughter's 1998 film There's Something About Mary.
He is survived by his wife Billie and their two daughters, Cameron and Chimene, 37.
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