Carol Sutton died Friday of Covid-19 complications.<br />She was a native of New Orleans and built a career over decades on both stage and screen.<br />Her death was confirmed by New Orleans Mayor MaToya Cantrell.<br />Cantrell said: "We will always remember her commanding stage presence.' May she rest in God's perfect peace".<br />The actress was best known for her roles in "Steel Magnolias," "Queen Sugar," and "Lovecraft Country".<br />Sutton was 76 years old.