Susan Saint James, the Emmy-winning actress known for television roles in “Kate & Allie” and “McMillan & Wife,” has died at 80. Multiple outlets report that her death was confirmed by a representative and/or by her family, with several identifying Monday, October 26, as the date. Several also link her passing to pancreatic cancer.
Across coverage, outlets highlight different parts of her career. Forbes, Hollywood Reporter, and Deadline emphasize her major TV work and also note films such as “Love at First Bite.” TVLine foregrounds her Emmy recognition, including her win in 1969. Variety similarly spotlights her Emmy-winning status and her co-stars, including Rock Hudson and Jane Curtin, while Times of India adds family remembrance about her character and legacy.
The main differences are in what each publication leads with and how it characterizes her. Some focus primarily on credits and awards; others add family statements about her personal qualities, service, and the impact she had on relatives. Overall, the reports broadly agree on her age, key roles, and the cause as pancreatic cancer.
