Billie Lourd Remembers Carrie Fisher on Anniversary

On the eighth anniversary of Carrie Fisher's death, her daughter Billie Lourd shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, reflecting on her profound grief and its impact on her life. Lourd described the day as one filled with dread, likening her emotions to an 'emotional tropical storm' where moments of joy emerge between periods of sorrow. She expressed how her children brought light to her day, alleviating her initial dark feelings. Lourd quoted Anne Lamott, comparing grief to a broken leg that never fully heals, emphasizing how it has deepened her appreciation for life's small moments. She conveyed that despite the complexity of her feelings—grief, joy, and longing—they coexist meaningfully in her life. Lourd concluded that her mother remains a significant part of her children's lives, embodying the magic she sees in them.