Sharon Stone Announces Death of Mother Dorothy Stone at 91

Sharon Stone announced the death of her mother, Dorothy Stone, who passed away peacefully in March 2025 at the age of 91. The actress shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, describing her mother as "hilarious" and "complex," and included a political message urging care and protection to avoid repeating the hardships of the last depression. Dorothy, known as "Dot," was born in 1933, married Joseph Stone in 1950, and worked as a bookkeeper at their family tool and die business, Aggressive Forge. Sharon revealed that her mother had faced serious health challenges including a stroke in 2021 and noted a family history of strokes. The tribute post received condolences from many fans and fellow actors, such as Holland Taylor, Uzo Aduba, and Gwyneth Paltrow. Sharon reflected on her mother’s tough parenting style, which emphasized independence and resilience, and acknowledged their close bond despite earlier challenges.