Shelley Fabares, ‘Coach’ Star And Wife Of Mike Farrell, Dies At 82

BusinessHollywood & EntertainmentShelley Fabares, ‘Coach’ Star And Wife Of Mike Farrell, Dies At 82ByTim Lammers,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover Hollywood and entertainment.Follow AuthorAug 23, 2026, 05:01pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.LOS ANGELES - 1981: Actress Shelley Fabares poses for a portrait in 1981 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry Langdon/Getty Images)Getty ImagesShelly Fabares, who starred in such TV hits as Coach and The Donna Reed Show, as well as three Elvis Presley movies has died.Fabares, who had been married to M*A*S*H star Mike Farrell since 1984, died Saturday in Los Angeles, according to The Hollywood Reporter.“To her family and friends, Shelley was a source of love, strength, laughter and comfort,” Fabares family said in a statement, via THR. “She was a devoted wife, cherished stepmother, daughter, sister, niece, aunt, family member and loyal friend whose warmth, generosity, humor and grace made an enduring difference in the lives of everyone who knew her. She had a remarkable ability to make people feel welcomed, valued and cared for.”In addition to acting, Fabares was a singer who recorded the No. 1 hit “Johnny Angel.”Note: This is a developing story. Please refresh this page for updates.Editorial StandardsReprints & PermissionsLOADING VIDEO PLAYER...FORBES’ FEATURED VideoExplore Topic