Najimy pays homage to Brittany Murphy

Kathy Najimy has expressed her condolences over the loss of former co-star Brittany Murphy.

According to People, the actress, who played Peggy opposite Murphy's Luanne on King of the Hill, had nothing but praise for the young starlet.

"Brittany Murphy was like no other. A bright light. Never a mean or judgmental word, wildly fun, silly, loyal friend. Sweet, funny, smart, unbelievably talented actress and singer [with a] brilliant, moving body of work," she said.

Najimy added: "I was lucky enough to know, love and work with her for 15 years. Love to her family and the many, many people who adored her and were touched by her. We hope that in honour of her life and in the reflection of her glorious light, the pressures that girls and women face, will fade. Her spirit still soars."

Murphy died of cardiac arrest on Sunday in Los Angeles.