Jean Stapleton
Jean Stapleton | |
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 Stapleton in 1977 | |
| Born | Jeanne Murray January 19, 1923 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Died | May 31, 2013 (aged 90) New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Cause of death | Natural causes |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1941–2001 |
| Spouse(s) | William H. Putch (m. 1956–83; his death) |
| Children | John Putch Pamela Putch |
Jean Stapleton (born Jeanne Murray; January 19, 1923 – May 31, 2013)[1][2] was an American actress. She was known for her role as Edith Bunker in the 1970 comedy show All in the Family.
Early life
[change | change source]Stapleton was born on January 19, 1923 in New York City, New York. She studied at Hunter College.
Marriage
[change | change source]Stapleton was married to William H. Putch from 1956 until his death in 1983. They had two children.
Personal life
[change | change source]Stapleton's brother, Jack Stapleton, was a stage actor. Her cousin is actress Betty Jane Watson.[3] Stapleton was active in the Christian Science church.[4][5]
Jean was not, as commonly believed, related to actress Maureen Stapleton.[6]
Death and reaction
[change | change source]Stapleton died on May 31, 2013 in her home in New York City, New York of natural causes, aged 90.[7][8] She was survived by her two children, John, a TV director, and Pamela, a TV producer.[9]
Norman Lear said, "No one gave more profound 'how to be a human being' lessons than Jean Stapleton."[10] Actress Roseanne Barr said that Stapleton's range was "unbelievable, deep and majestic."[10] Co-star and BAFTA- and Oscar-nominated director and producer Rob Reiner said, "Working with her was one of the greatest experiences of my life."[10] Sally Struthers said, "Jean lived so in the present. She was a Christian Scientist who didn't say or think a negative thing ... She was just a walking, living angel."[11]
Her interment was at Lincoln Cemetery in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.
The marquee lights on Broadway were dimmed for one minute on June 5, 2013 at 8 p.m. EDT to honor the memory of Stapleton.[12]
At the 65th Primetime Emmy Awards, Rob Reiner honored the career and life of Stapleton.[13]
References
[change | change source]- ↑ "Biography for Jean Stapleton". Retrieved 2010-03-07.
- ↑ Michael Karol. Funny Ladies. p. 46.
- ↑ "Jean Stapleton – Forever Grateful, and Back on Stage". totaltheater.com. Retrieved August 1, 2013.
- ↑ Unger, Arthur (December 11, 1981). "Jean Stapleton: a life after Edith Bunker". Christian Science Monitor. Retrieved August 1, 2013.
- ↑ Anderson, Nancy, "Jean Stapleton talks of religion", Daily News, Kingsport, Tennessee (Copley News Service) (September 10, 1974)
- ↑ Weber, Bruce (June 1, 2013). "Jean Stapleton, Who Played Archie Bunker's Better Angel, Dies at 90". The New York Times. Retrieved August 1, 2013.
- ↑ "Jean Stapleton, best known for playing Edith Bunker in 'All in the Family,' dies at 90". Fox News. Associated Press. June 1, 2013. Retrieved August 1, 2013.
- ↑ "'All in the Family' star Jean Stapleton dies at 90". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved 1 August 2013.
- ↑ Luther, Claudia (June 1, 2013). "'All in the Family' star Jean Stapleton dies at 90". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved August 1, 2013.
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 Botelho, Greg (June 1, 2013). "Actress Jean Stapleton, from 'All in the Family,' dies". CNN. Retrieved August 1, 2013.
- ↑ "Sally Struthers remembers onscreen mum". Star Pulse.com. June 1, 2013. Archived from the original on July 7, 2013. Retrieved September 17, 2013.
- ↑ "Broadway To Dim Its Lights In Honor Of Jean Stapleton". NY1. Archived from the original on 11 June 2013. Retrieved 1 August 2013.
- ↑ "Emmys to honor Gandolfini, Monteith, 3 others". Taintongazette.com. Retrieved September 22, 2013.[permanent dead link]