Ray Liotta's Daughter Karsen Speaks Out for First Time Since His Death: 'You Are the Best Dad'

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Ray Liotta's only daughter, Karsen Liotta, is breaking her silence more than two weeks after his untimely death.

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"Those who knew him, loved him. You are the best Dad anyone could ask for. I love you.

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Thank you for everything ❤️," Karsen captioned an old photo of the pair on Instagram Thursday, in which a young Karsen can be seen smiling as her dad holds her and looks into the camera.

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Friends, fans, and loved ones filled the comment section of Karsen's post with well wishes,

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with Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Meredith Marks writing, "Sending love and positivity. ❤️," while Ryan Dorsey added, "🙏❤️🙏."

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The actor, best known for his roles in Goodfellas and Field of Dreams, died in his sleep on May 26 in the Dominican Republic, PEOPLE confirmed.

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