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Way to young...
Marcia Strassman Of 'Welcome Back, Kotter' Dies At 66
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Actress Marcia Strassman, most known for her role on "Welcome Back, Kotter," died of breast cancer on Friday. She was 66. Strassman played Gabe Kaplan's wife, Julie Kotter, on the hit 1970s series.
The star also apperead on the TV series "M*A*S*H," "Magun, P.I.," and "Highlander."
She played Rick Moranis' wife on "Honey, I Shrunk The Kids" and its 1992 sequel "Honey, I Blew Up The Kids."
Strassman was also a board member for the Screen Actors Guild.
In response to her death, singer Cher tweeted: "Wanted U2 No, a funny, talented friend died. Not 4U 2 feel sorry 4me, but she died alone, & energy from U is powerful."
Actress Dana Delaney wrote: "Very sad to say my friend Marcia Strassman has lost her battle with breast cancer. Her sass, sparkle & wit will be missed. 1 of a kind broad."
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Wow. Shocking. I've followed her career since Welcome Back Kotter. Way to young indeed. RIP