Actor Raquel Welch, who gained stardom as a sex symbol in 1960s, has passed away at the age of 82, following a brief illness, according to TMZ, an American tabloid news organization.

TMZ has reported that according to Raquel's family members, she died on Wednesday. She first gained attention for her performances in 'Fantastic Voyage' and 'One Million Years B.C.', both in 1966.