AUSTIN (June 19, 2012)--Oscar-nominated actress Susan Tyrrell, who was known for roles in offbeat films including John Waters' "Cry-Baby," has died in Austin at the age of 67.

Her niece, Amy Sweet, told The Associated Press that Tyrrell died Saturday in her sleep at home in Austin.

A Travis County Medical Examiner's Office official said a ruling on the cause of death is pending.

Tyrrell received a best supporting actress Oscar nomination for her role as barfly Oma in John Huston's 1972 boxing movie "Fat City."

She appeared in more than 75 movies and television shows.

Sweet said Tyrrell spent the last 12 years in a wheelchair after her legs were amputated below the knee as a result of complications from a blood clotting disorder.

Tyrrell, who was born in California, moved to Austin in 2008.