Emma Myles Mourns Anne Heche’s Death with Rangers Tribute

Oitnb Alum Reacts

Emma Myles took to Instagram on August 12, 2022, to mourn the sudden passing of actress Anne Heche. In a post that’s already drawing widespread attention, Myles shared a pair of images that captured Heche’s lifelong fandom and spoke straight from the heart: “Anne loved the Rangers and I loved Anne. I’m in shock.💔💔💔.” The Orange Is the New Black alum’s grief echoes the shock felt across Hollywood and beyond after Heche’s tragic car accident.

The first photo shows Heche in a red-white-blue Rangers jersey, beaming from her seat at Madison Square Garden. In the second, she clutches a souvenir hockey puck, eyes alight with excitement. Myles didn’t expand on the context, but the images serve as a poignant reminder of Heche’s off-screen passions.

Anne Heche’s Rangers Passion

Anne Heche, 53, died August 11 in Los Angeles after suffering critical injuries in a solo-car crash. Known for films like Donnie Brasco and Six Days, Seven Nights as well as high-profile TV roles, she often shared snapshots of her life behind the camera. Friends recall that Heche’s enthusiasm for the New York Rangers was a constant: whether cheering from the stands or hosting watch parties, she brought the same energy she once brought to her roles.

Myles’ caption underscores that personal connection. “Anne loved the Rangers” speaks to a side of Heche fans didn’t always see—a devoted spectator at one of the NHL’s Original Six franchises. Myles’ tribute taps into a broader outpouring of respect for Heche, whose career spanned three decades and who maintained a close circle of fellow actors and artists.

Myles’ Latest Ventures

For Emma Myles, this moment of mourning comes amid a busy season. The 37-year-old actress recently turned author, releasing her debut cookbook, The Trigger Kitchen, earlier this year. In an Instagram announcement, she wrote, “Actress Emma Myles just released her debut cookbook, ‘The Trigger Kitchen.’ It explores her journey to reframe her mindset with food and find the joy in cooking again!” Myles followed up by thanking readers and encouraging support.

Last month, Myles partnered with Project HEAL and The Alliance for Eating Disorder Awareness for a special event in New York City. In her post “Still thinking about our incredible event with @alliancefored and @emmacat ! 💜,” she highlighted panel discussions aimed at dismantling diet culture and opening dialogue around recovery. That gathering, hosted at HousingWorks Bookstore on February 28, drew a passionate crowd eager to hear Myles speak about mental health and self-compassion.

Back on screen, Myles is best known for her role as Lolly Whitehill on the Netflix hit Orange Is the New Black (2013–2019). Her performance earned her recognition alongside the ensemble cast—nominated for a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series in 2014. The show’s blend of humor and humanity helped cement Myles’ reputation as a performer capable of capturing both the comic and the profound.

Through every professional high point, Emma Myles has stayed close to her community. She often uses her platform to spotlight causes she cares about, from women’s health to mental wellness. That sense of solidarity shines through in her tribute to Heche: it’s not just about mourning a colleague, but honoring a true friend of the arts.

As fans continue to share their memories of Anne Heche—on social media, in Hollywood circles, and at Rangers games—the bond between performer and spectator becomes part of her legacy. Anne’s love for her team, immortalized in these candid snapshots, will endure in the posts and tributes shared by those she touched.

Emma Myles’ simple, aching words—“I loved Anne. I’m in shock.”—remind us how public figures can also be our neighbors in fandom and friendship, united by moments in the stands or on screen. As the world processes Heche’s passing, Myles’ homage captures a truth many of us feel: that when we lose someone we admire, the heartbreak can feel like losing a piece of ourselves.

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Emma Myles graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts with a degree in acting.

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