Anne Schedeen, the actress best known for playing Kate Tanner—“ALF’s mom”—on NBC’s sitcom ALF, has died at age 77. Multiple outlets report that Schedeen portrayed the Tanner family matriarch in the series from 1986 to 1990. Deadline reports the family announced her death and said she “passed peacefully,” with a tribute posted on her Facebook; Deadline also notes that a cause of death was not immediately known. Other coverage likewise describes her as a well-known TV actress whose most prominent role was on ALF. Daily Mail and Mail Online add that she appeared across the show’s run, citing a total of 101 episodes over four seasons. The Hollywood Reporter includes details from a social media tribute describing her personal interests and qualities, but does not provide additional verified information about the cause of death. Overall, sources agree on her age, her signature ALF role, the timeframe of the show, and that the family publicly announced her passing.
Anne Schedeen, actress known for playing ALF’s mom, dies at 77
Anne Schedeen, the actress best known for playing Kate Tanner—“ALF’s mom”—on NBC’s sitcom ALF, has died at age 77. Multiple outlets report that Schedeen portrayed the Tanner family matriarch in the se...
- Anne Schedeen dies at age 77.
- She played Kate Tanner, the mother on NBC’s sitcom ALF.
- ALF aired from 1986 to 1990, and Schedeen appeared throughout the series’ run.
- Her family announced her death; they said she “passed peacefully.”
- No cause of death is reported as immediately known.
Actress Anne Schedeen, renowned for her role as Kate Tanner in ALF, has passed away at 77. Her family shares a tribute celebrating her vibrant spirit and legacy.
2 hours agoThe actress was best known for playing the mother in a hit US 1980s sitcom.
2 hours agoThe Portland , Oregon-born actress appeared on a total of 101 episodes on ALF during its four-season run from 1986-1990.
6 hours agoThe Portland , Oregon-born actress appeared on a total of 101 episodes on ALF during its four-season run from 1986-1990.
6 hours agoAnne Schedeen, who played ALF’s mom, Kate Tanner, in the hit NBC sitcom ALF from 1986 to 1990, has died.
7 hours ago"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," read a social media post announcing her passing.
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