Anne Schedeen, Actress Who Starred As ALF’s Mom, Dies At 77

BusinessHollywood & EntertainmentAnne Schedeen, Actress Who Starred As ALF’s Mom, Dies At 77ByTim Lammers,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover Hollywood and entertainment.Follow AuthorJun 15, 2026, 12:29am EDTJun 15, 2026, 12:30am EDTUNIVERSAL CITY, CA - AUGUST 7: Actress Anne Schedeen attends the NBC Television Affiliates Party on August 7, 1988 at the Registry Hotel in Universal City, California. (Photo by Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)Ron Galella Collection via Getty ImagesAnne Schedeen, who played ALF’s mom, Kate Tanner, in the hit NBC sitcom ALF from 1986 to 1990, has died.Schedeen’s death was announced by her family in a Facebook post on Sunday. She was 77. “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share Annie has passed peacefully," the post reads. "She leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of creative energy, whip smart humor, delight in her family, adoration for little dogs, burning hatred for Trump, passion for second-hand thrifting, and love for a good story. We are bereft without her. We loved her so so much, as did all who met her. ForbesOliver Tree, ‘Life Goes On’ And ‘Miss You’ Singer, Dies At 32By Tim Lammers“She was a force. And it is unimaginable to think about life without her in it,” the post continues. “But as she said, ‘I’m always with you.’ And she’s right. The memories, artwork, belly laughter, handmade jewelry, oil paintings, sculptures, costumes, and all around joie de vivre live on. Raise a margarita in her honor.”Schedeen starred alongside Max Wright’s Willie Tanner in ALF, an acronym for Alien Life Form. The furry character was voiced and puppeteered by Paul Fusco, who co-created the sitcom with Tom Patchett. Mihaly ‘Michu’ Meszaros occassionally appeared as ALF in costume when full body shots were needed. The character’s full name was Gordon “ALF” Shumway.MORE FOR YOUNote: This is a developing story. Please refresh this page for updates.Edito...