Shelley Fabares' Cause of Death Revealed Five Days After She Died at 82
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Key Points:
- Shelley Fabares, known for her roles in Coach and The Donna Reed Show, died at 82 from pneumonia, confirmed by her family five days after her death on August 22 in Los Angeles.
- Fabares had previously battled serious health issues, including autoimmune hepatitis, which led to a liver transplant in 2000 after 22 months on the waiting list.
- She was married to actor Mike Farrell since 1984, with their relationship beginning after a memorable cable car ride in San Francisco; Farrell was a constant support during her health struggles.
- Fabares worked alongside her aunt, Nanette Fabray, on the TV show One Day at a Time, and Fabray also appeared later on Fabares' show Coach.
- Craig T. Nelson, Fabares' co-star on Coach, praised her as a foundational and steady presence in his life and career, highlighting her significant impact on the show's success.
