Eileen Brennan
Eileen Brennan (September 3, 1932 – July 28, 2013) was an American actress who was known for her versatile performances in film, television, and theater. She was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Captain Doreen Lewis in the 1980 comedy film Private Benjamin. She also won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role as Mrs. Hughes in the television series Newhart.
Brennan was born in Los Angeles, California,
Brennan made her film debut in the 1967 satire Divorce American Style. She followed this with supporting roles in the films The Last Picture Show (1971), The Cheap Detective (1978), and The First Wives Club (1996). She also starred in the films Clue (1985) and Sister Act (1992).
In addition to her film and theater work, Brennan also had a successful television career. She appeared in numerous television shows, including The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Bob Newhart Show, Cheers, and Will & Grace.
She died on July 28, 2013, at the age of 80, from complications of multiple myeloma. Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer that affects plasma cells, a type of white blood cell that helps the body fight infection.
Brennan was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2001. She underwent treatment, including chemotherapy and radiation therapy. She continued to work and act throughout her treatment, and she even appeared in the 2011 film The Big Year.
In 2013, Brennan's health began to decline. She died on July 28, 2013, at her home in Los Angeles. She was survived by her husband, David John Lampson, and her daughter, Emily.
Born
Sep 03, 1932
Los Angeles, California, USA
Died
Jul 28, 2013
Known For
Acting
Movies
76 acting
1 crew
Popularity
1.5
Known For
Clue
1985
as Mrs. Peacock
The Sting
1973
as Billie
Jeepers Creepers
2001
as The Cat Lady
Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous
2005
as Carol Fields
The Last Picture Show
1971
as Genevieve
Murder by Death
1976
as Tess Skeffington
Private Benjamin
1980
as Capt. Doreen Lewis
Scarecrow
1973
as Darlene
White Palace
1990
as Judy
Babes in Toyland
1986
as Mrs. Piper / Widow Hubbard
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