Bunny Levine, actress known for roles in "Gilmore Girls" and "La La Land," dies at 97
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Key Points:
- Bunny Levine, a former school librarian turned actress, passed away peacefully at age 97 on August 20 in Tarzana, California.
- Born in 1928 in East Orange, New Jersey, Levine initially pursued education, earning master's degrees and working as a librarian for 25 years before starting her acting career post-retirement.
- Levine appeared in numerous TV shows and films, including "Gilmore Girls," "La La Land," and "Law & Order," with her most recent roles in 2023 and 2024 projects.
- In 1991, she co-founded the Actors Connection in New York City, an organization credited with launching many acting careers and fostering a supportive artistic community.
- She is survived by her three children and two grandchildren, with her family and colleagues remembering her as a passionate, fearless actress and beloved mentor.
