Legendary TV Actress Anne Schedeen, Best Known for Playing Mom in ALF, Dies at 77

• Beloved actress Anne Schedeen from the 1980s sitcom ALF has passed away at the age of 77
• Her family shared a heartfelt tribute celebrating her long years of creativity and vibrant spirit
• Best remembered as Kate Tanner, Schedeen starred in all 101 episodes of the iconic show

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Anne Schedeen, the popular American actress best known for her role as Kate Tanner in the hit 1980s TV show, ALF, has passed away at 77.

Schedeen's family disclosed her death in a statement shared on Facebook on June 14, 2026.

In the statement, the family celebrated her legacy and her hatred for the US president, Donald Trump.

The statement read:

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"It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share Annie has passed peacefully. She leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of creative energy, whip-smart humour, delight in her family, adoration for little dogs, burning hatred for Trump, passion for second-hand thrifting, and love for a good story. We are bereft without her. We loved her so so much, as did all who met her."

They described her as 'a force', adding that it was 'unimaginable to think about life without her'.

The family continued with Schedeen's regular maxim, 'I'm always with you', remarking that 'she's right'.

"The memories, artwork, belly laughter, handmade jewellery, oil paintings, sculptures, costumes, and all-around joie de vivre live on. Raise a margarita in her honour ... we all love you, Annie," they concluded.

Who is the late Anne Schedeen?

Schedeen was born in Portland, Oregon, in 1949.

She studied at the local Portland Civic Theatre before moving to Hawaii to do dinner theatre and then to New York for a stint on the stage.

She later moved to California to work on television and appeared in many TV shows.

These included the sitcom ALF, which she starred in for its full four-season run on NBC from 1986-1990.

The actress appeared in a total of 101 episodes of the show, where she played Kate Tanner, the mother of the family that took in the alien life form that landed in their garden.

Schedeen's death comes at a time when many movie lovers are mourning other top actors who have passed away recently.

Other notable deaths in entertainment sector

Recall that Grammy-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter Mark Yinka Orabiyi, popularly known as Talay Riley, also died recently.

The music talent reportedly died after a brutal stabbing in East London at the age of just 35.

Local outlet Newham Recorder reported that the incident occurred around 9 am on June 5, on Pankhurst Avenue in Silvertown.

The emergency services that rushed to the scene were unable to save him on the spot.

Police confirmed that a murder investigation has been launched, with homiicide detectives from the specialist crime command leading inquiries.

In a statement, Riley’s family expressed their grief:

“It is with overwhelming sadness that we confirm that Mark ‘Yinka’ Orabiyi, professionally known as Talay Riley, passed away yesterday morning. Talay will fondly be remembered by those who knew him publicly for his incredible talent as a Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum-selling songwriter & artist. For those who knew and loved him personally, it is his humour, generous spirit and unmistakable presence that will be missed the most.”

The family also thanked the public for the outpouring of love since the tragedy.

Talay Riley’s songwriting credits span some of the biggest names in the industry, including Dua Lipa, Usher, Craig David, Britney Spears, Chris Brown, Nick Jonas, Khalid, Kehlani, and H.E.R.

Hollywood icon James Handy dies at 81

Legt.ng earlier reported that renowned actor James Handy was announced dead after a frightening incident in his home.

Handy was known for his iconic appearances on Top Gun: Maverick, Logan, Jumanji, The Rocketeer, and Arachnophobia.

Details surrounding the death of the veteran star left both fans and celebrities reeling as they mourned his unexpected death.

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