Actress Shelley Fabares, 82, Dies of Pneumonia
Shelley Fabares, known for roles on "The Donna Reed Show" and "Coach," died at 82 from pneumonia, her family confirmed.
Actress Shelley Fabares died on Saturday at the age of 82 after a brief illness, her family said. The cause of death was pneumonia, according to a statement released to People. Fabares had previously been diagnosed with autoimmune hepatitis and underwent a liver transplant in 2000.
She is survived by her husband of more than 40 years, actor Mike Farrell, and two stepchildren. In the family statement, she was described as a devoted wife and loyal friend who made a lasting impact on those who knew her.
Fabares rose to fame as Mary Stone on "The Donna Reed Show" from 1958 to 1965 and later appeared as Christine Armstrong on "Coach," earning two Emmy nominations. She also starred in several Elvis Presley films, released the 1962 hit single "Johnny Angel," and voiced Martha Kent in the 2006 animated feature "Superman: Brainiac Attacks."