'ALF' actress Anne Schedeen passes away
Los Angeles, June 15
Actor Anne Schedeen, who essayed the role in the late-80s sitcom 'ALF', has passed away. She was 77.
The news of her demise was shared on her official Facebook page, as per The Hollywood Reporter.
"It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share Annie has passed peacefully," reads a post on her official Facebook page.
"She leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of creative energy, whip smart humor, delight in her family, adoration for little dogs, burning hatred for Trump, passion for second-hand thrifting, and love for a good story. We are bereft without her. We loved her so so much, as did all who met her."
"She was a force. And it is unimaginable to think about life without her in it," the Facebook post continued. "But as she said, 'I'm always with you.' And she's right. The memories, artwork, belly laughter, handmade jewelry, oil paintings, sculptures, costumes, and all around joie de vivre live on. Raise a margarita in her honour."
A cause of death has not been disclosed yet.
She appeared in shows such as Paper Dolls, Emergency! and Simon & Simon before joining ALF. Schedeen played Kate Tanner in the sitcom about a wisecracking alien who crash-lands in the garage of a suburban California family and ends up living with them. The series aired on NBC from September 1986 to March 1990 and later inspired several spin-offs, including an animated adaptation.
— ANI
Reader Comments
The Facebook post was so beautifully written—it really captured her spirit. "Burning hatred for Trump, passion for second-hand thrifting" – sounds like she was a true character! Americans are so open with their politics, but here in India we appreciate that passion for life. May her soul rest in peace. Her work in ALF will always be remembered.
ALF was a staple of my childhood in the 90s. Kate Tanner was the heart of the show, always trying to keep the family together while hiding an alien. 😂 It's weird to think of her being gone. She was only 77—that's relatively young these days. Hope her family finds strength.
I'm American but living in Mumbai for work now. This news hit me hard—ALF was a huge part of my childhood too. Kate Tanner was the glue that held the Tanners together. The note about her creative energy and love for margaritas is so touching. "Raise a margarita in her honour" – I'll drink one tonight. RIP Anne.
I'm too young to have watched ALF originally, but my parents used to tell me about it. They said it was the first American show they watched after moving to the US in the 80s. Kate was their favourite—the relatable mom trying to manage everything. This is a lovely tribute. She seems like she lived life to the fullest.
Sad to hear this. But I was a bit surprised by the political comment in the obituary.
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