Anne Schedeen, 'ALF' Star Who Played Kate Tanner, Dies at 77
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Glenn Garner
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Summary
Anne Schedeen, best known for playing Kate Tanner (the matriarch) on the NBC sitcom ALF from 1986 to 1990, has died at age 77. Her family announced her passing on Facebook, stating she "passed peacefully." A cause of death was not immediately disclosed. The tribute highlighted her legacy of creative energy, humor, love for family and dogs, and her political passions.
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She leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of creative energy, whip smart humor, delight in her family, adoration for little dogs, burning hatred for Trump, passion for secon
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