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Shelley Fabares Dies at 82: Pneumonia Claims Star
28 Aug
Summary
- Actress Shelley Fabares passed away on August 22 at age 82.
- Her family confirmed pneumonia as the cause of her death.
- Costars remember her warmth, generosity, humor, and grace.
Actress Shelley Fabares passed away on August 22 at the age of 82. Her family announced that her cause of death was pneumonia, with her loved ones by her side. Fabares was a cherished figure, described by her family as a source of love, strength, and comfort.
Prior to her death, Fabares managed other health issues, including autoimmune hepatitis, for which she underwent a liver transplant in 2000. Her former colleagues paid heartfelt tributes, with 'Coach' co-star Craig T. Nelson recalling her as a "great and grand lady" and a "rock."
Barbara Eden, who starred with Fabares in 'Ride the Wild Surf,' remembered her as a "darling" and "sweet, good girl." Fabares is survived by her husband, Mike Farrell, and two stepchildren, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and kindness.
