Shameless star Dee Freeman dies after battling devastating illness

Shameless star Dee Freeman dies after battling devastating illnessA beloved TV and Hollywood actress has sadly died, aged 66, her family has confirmed3amVictoria Johns Showbiz Reporter13:22, 04 Apr 2026Updated 15:04, 04 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesA US Shameless star has sadly diedShameless star, Dee Freeman, has sadly died aged 66. The beloved US actress, also known for shows including Tyler Perry's Sistas as well as The Young and the Restless, died after a "brave and fearless fight with cancer", her family confirmed.‌Their statement on Instagram read: "On behalf of her family, it is with deepest sadness that we share this update with you. Dee passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026 after a brave and fearless fight with cancer.‌"Thank you to everyone who supported Dee during her battle. It blew her away to know how many people cared about her and were pulling for her. We know Dee is up there in heaven being the force of nature she always was. Now she’s doing it with her angel wings on. Rest in peace, Dee."‌View 4 ImagesDee Freeman, who played Mrs Seery, in an episode of the US version of hit TV show, Shameless, also starred in seasons nine and 10 of Tyler Perry’s Sistas(Image: @deefreemanactor/Instagram)Dee, who played Mrs Seery, in an episode of the US version of Shameless, also starred in seasons nine and 10 of Sistas, NCIS: Los Angeles, and satirical comedy Pretty the Series from 2010 to 2015.Desirae L. Benson, Dee's publicist, said in a statement: "Dee wasn’t just my client — she was someone I truly respected and admired.‌"She carried herself with a level of grace, strength, and authenticity that is rare. Even in the face of stage 4 lung cancer, she showed up with courage and dignity."Dee had a quiet power that commanded respect without ever needing to demand it. Her legacy is not just in her work, but in how she made people feel — and that will stay with us forever."4View 4 ImagesBorn in 1959 in Louisiana, Dee sp...