Popular actress, Shelley Fabares passed away on August 22, 2026, at the age of 82. The actress, known for her roles in The Donna Reed Show and Coach, wasn’t keeping well for some time, as she was suffering from liver-related issues. At that time, her family didn’t share the cause of Shelley’s sudden passing. However, recent reports have revealed exactly what happened to her.
What caused Shelley Fabares’ death?
As per Shelley’s family, the TV actress died of pneumonia. The family told media outlets that Shelley was previously diagnosed with autoimmune hepatitis in 2000 and had a liver transplant. According to reports, in 1998, Shelley had a bad fall, after which she went to the hospital to get herself checked. Doctors found elevated liver counts, but her condition worsened by 1999 after an esophageal bleed. After waiting for two years, the actress finally found a match and successfully underwent a liver transplant.
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