Obituary of Suzanne Pleshette

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Suzanne Pleshette

Suzanne Pleshette (born January 31st, 1937 in New York City, New York) was a TV Actress who was best known for her role as the sexy Emily Hartley on the American TV series "The Bob Newhart Show". Suzanne died on January 19th, 2008 and her not surprising death was due to complications from lung cancer. She was 70 years old at the time of her death.

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Suzanne Pleshette Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Pleshette, Suzanne
    • Common Name: Suzanne Pleshette
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: January 31, 1937
    • Age: 70 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Sue, Suzie
    • Occupation: TV Actress
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    Suzanne on Wikipedia
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Pop-Tarts
    • Favorite Color: Navy
    • Favorite Scent: Armani Code
    • Favorite Actor: Dwayne Johnson

    Suzanne's Family Tree

    • Father: Eugene Pleshette
    • Mother: Geraldine Pleshette (née Kaplan)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Tom Poston ​(married 2001-2007, his death)
      • Troy Donahue ​(married 1964-divorced 1964)​
      • Tommy Gallagher ​(married 1968-2000, his death)​

Death Notice:

  • Date: January 19 2008 at age 70
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Lung cancer (related complications)
  • Interment: buried Hillside Memorial Park Cemetery, Culver City, California

Category Tags:

TV ActressAmerican Born on January 31st Born in 1937 Born in New York Died in 2008 Died at age 70 Died from Lung cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"She was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Television on January 31, 2008, which was placed (at her request) in front of Frederick's of Hollywood."

"I don't sit around and wait for great parts. I'm an actress, and I love being one, and I'll probably be doing it until I'm 72, standing around the back lot doing Gunsmoke (1955)." (IMDB)

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"Ms. Pleshette was a talented and beloved actress whose incredible performances and warm personality will continue to live on in the hearts of her fans, long after her passing. (V)"

"Suzanne Pleshette led a successful and beloved career as an actress, capturing the hearts of many with her talent and charisma, until her untimely passing. (V)"

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

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-06-02 09:44:57
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