Obituary of Katherine Helmond

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Katherine Helmond

Katherine Helmond (born July 5th, 1929 in Galveston, Texas) was a TV Actress who was best known for her role as Jessica Tate on the American prime time soap opera/sitcom "Soap". Katherine died on February 23, 2019 and her death was reportdly because of Alzheimer's disease. She was 89 when God took her.

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Katherine Helmond Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Helmond, Katherine
    • Common Name: Katherine Helmond
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: Galveston, Texas, United States
    • Birth Date: July 05, 1929
    • Age: 89 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Jessica Tate
    • Occupation: TV Actress
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: StarKist Canned Tuna
    • Favorite Color: Gold
    • Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb
    • Favorite Actor: James Stewart

    Katherine's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Katherine Marie Helmond
    • Father: Joseph P.Helmond
    • Mother: Thelma Helmond (née Malone)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • George N. Martin (married 1957-divorced 1962)
      • David Christian (married 1962-2019, her death)

Death Notice:

Category Tags:

TV ActressAmerican Born on July 5th Born in 1929 Born in Texas Died in 2019 Died at age 89 Died from Alzheimer's disease

Quotable Quotes:

"The choice of roles as I grow older gets more and more limited, so if I pin myself to one kind of part I would get in trouble. So, these oddball ladies came along for me to do--I guess Terry Gilliam helped in this respect. I have found them more interesting, flashier and I get more mileage out of them. Many times, when a director reads a script and wants somebody who says "Far out", then they let me do what I want with it and that's usually more interesting for an actor." (IMDB)

"Ms. Helmond was a remarkable actress, known for her talent, charisma, and contributions to the entertainment industry, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire future generations. (V)"

"Katherine Helmond had a successful career as an actress, entertaining audiences with her talent and charisma, ultimately leaving behind a lasting legacy upon her passing. (V)"

Is Ms. Katherine Helmond still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.

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Katherine Helmond at IMDB

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-03 08:23:28
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