Harley Quinn actress Arleen Sorkin dies at 67

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Arleen Sorkin, a veteran actress who was the original voice of DC Comics' Harley Quinn, has died.

The 67-year-old woman suffered from a variety of health issues that kept her from acting in recent years.

Arleen starred as Harley in 1992's Batman the Animated Series, and she was only supposed to appear in one series, but her career was extended several times. She has also played Harley Quinn in various video games and animated films.

In addition to her work as Harley Quinn, she played Calliope Jones on NBC's "Days of Our Lives."

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DC honcho James Gunn praised Arleen..."Rest in Peace, Arleen Sorkin, the incredibly talented original voice of Harley Quinn, who helped create the character that many 'between us love. Love to his family and friends.'

Mark Hamill, who worked with Arleen on the DC franchise and played the Joker, also praised the actress..."Devastated to hear that we've lost the brilliant Arleen Sorkin. Not only a wonderful talent, but a truly wonderful person. I am grateful not only to have worked with her, but also to have been her friend.