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Emmy Winner Sarah Caplan Chose Dignified End in Switzerland
14 May
Summary
- Emmy-winning TV producer Sarah Caplan died at 73 in Switzerland.
- She chose to end her life at Dignitas after an Alzheimer's diagnosis.
- Caplan produced acclaimed series like 'Lost' and 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend'.
Emmy award-winning television producer Sarah Caplan passed away on April 30, 2026, at the age of 73 in Zurich, Switzerland. Her death occurred at Dignitas, where she had chosen to end her life with dignity.
Caplan's decision followed a three-year struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Her daughter, Stella Stahl, shared that when treatment proved ineffective, Caplan requested assistance in fulfilling her wish for a peaceful end in Switzerland.
Born in London, Caplan had a distinguished career in film and television, starting at Bedford Falls in Los Angeles. She was integral to the production of numerous acclaimed series.
Her notable credits include "Felicity," "Alias," "Lost"—for which she won an Emmy—"Brothers & Sisters," "Political Animals," "Ray Donovan," and "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend."
Caplan also worked on "The Morning Show" and was recognized for her contributions to television production throughout her career.
