Entertainment · October 27, 2026
Susan Saint James, Emmy-Winning Star of ‘Kate & Allie’ and ‘McMillan & Wife,’ Dies at 80
Susan Saint James, the Emmy-winning actress known for her roles in TV hits such as 'McMillan & Wife' and 'Kate & Allie', died on Monday, October 26, at the age of 80. Her death followed a battle with pancreatic cancer and was confirmed by a representative to People magazine. Saint James, who won an Emmy for 'The Name of the Game' in 1969, is survived by her husband of 45 years, longtime NBC executive Dick Ebersol, and four children. Her family and former co-star Jane Curtin remembered her as a generous person who was dedicated to her family and charitable work, particularly the Special Olympics.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Susan Saint James died at age 80 on Monday, October 26.
- The cause of death was pancreatic cancer.
- A representative confirmed her death to People magazine.
- Saint James starred in 'McMillan & Wife' and 'Kate & Allie'.
- She was an Emmy-winning actress.
- She was married to Dick Ebersol.
- Her son, Teddy, died in a plane crash in 2004.
Reported by only some outlets
- Saint James died in a hospital in Los Angeles.
- She is survived by four children, seven grandchildren, and a sister.
- She won her Emmy for 'The Name of the Game' in 1969.
- Jane Curtin released a statement describing her as a 'decent person' and praising her work with the Special Olympics.
- Saint James and Ebersol were married in November 1981.
- She appeared in films such as 'Love at First Bite', 'Outlaw Blues', and 'How to Beat the High Cost of Living'.
Confirmed
- Susan Saint James died October 26 at age 80 from pancreatic cancer.
- Her death was confirmed by a representative to People.
- She was married to Dick Ebersol for over 40 years.
- She won an Emmy for her work on 'The Name of the Game'.
Reported
- Saint James died in a hospital in Los Angeles. (The Hollywood Reporter)
- Saint James worked tirelessly for the Special Olympics. (Jane Curtin)
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