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Craig T Nelson news
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The gist
Craig T. Nelson mourned Coach costar Shelley Fabares, who died Aug 22 at 82. He called her 'a rock' and 'foundational' to his life.
Background
Shelley Fabares, known for The Donna Reed Show and Elvis Presley films, played Christine Armstrong on the ABC sitcom Coach opposite Craig T. Nelson for nine seasons. Her family confirmed her death on Aug 22, 2026, at age 82, prompting tributes from Nelson and others.
How it unfolded
- Aug 22, 2026Shelley Fabares died at age 82, surrounded by loved ones, as confirmed by her family.
- Aug 23, 2026Her family, including husband Mike Farrell, announced her death.
- Aug 24, 2026Craig T. Nelson issued a statement to Entertainment Weekly, calling her 'a great and grand lady' and 'a rock'.
Who’s saying what
- Craig T. Nelson
- He remembered her as 'a foundational part of my life during the run of Coach' and said he will miss her.
Still unverified
Cause of death was not released; Fabares had health issues including a liver transplant in 2000.