She then released the song The Groovy World of Jack and Jill which found little popularity. Marcia Strassman died on at her Sherman Oaks, California home on October 25th after a long battle with breast cancer. All Rights Reserved. She was best known for her role as Julie Kotter in the sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter." She also starred She developed a passion for acting and singing at a young age and aspired to establish a career in the field of entertainment. In 1989, they divorced. In 2007, Strassman was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer. In 1963, at age 15, she succeeded Liza Minnelli in the role of Ethel Hofflinger in the Off-Broadway musical Best Foot Forward. Strassman was raised in a Jewish household. Clockwise from top left: Apriltroy Coleman, Maleeyah Frazier, Maya Calderon, Miles Christopher Mauldin, Shawn Johnson Jr., Xavier Devion Mauldin. Strassmansfirst major acting gig was playing nurse Margie Cutler on six episodes of M*A*S*H. This led to her landing the co-starring role of Julie Kotteron ABCs Welcome Back,Kotter in 1975, playing the title characters wife. Marcia Strassman in Honey I Shrunk The Kids Disney. Lisa Marie Presley, daughter of Elvis Presley, dies . Updated with information and quotes from Julie Strassman. We will update Elizabeth Collector's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible. In March 2007 Strassman was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer that had spread to her bones. Returning to acting after a gap of a few years, she landed the recurring role of Nurse Margie Cutler in six early episodes of M*A*S*H.[citation needed], She landed the role of Julie Kotter, the wife of title character high school teacher Gabe Kotter (Gabe Kaplan) on the ABC comedy series Welcome Back, Kotter in 1975. Her sister, Julie Strassman,. "She was the funniest, smartest person I ever met," said Julie Strassman of her sister. Her grandmother was a "Ziegfeld Girl" back in the 1920s. She then made several guest appearances in Magnum PI playing the former nurse Dr. Karen Harmon, the character saved by the title character in Vietnam. Strassman is survived by her daughter, costume designer Elizabeth Lizzie Collector, along with her sister Julie and brother Steven Strassman. She also co-starred in 'Honey, I Shrunk the Kids' Stuck with what many deemed a reactive character, she gamely stayed with the show, however, throughout its run.While "Kotter" would remain her only hit series, she immediately went into another, albeit short-lived, series playing an office worker to sexist sportswriter Ted Bessell in the comedy Good Time Harry (1980). Marcia Strassman has 1 children so far. She held the role for a year and then made a guest appearance in Murder, She Wrote. "And talented. She was 66 years old. Did Gabe Kaplan and Marcia . She is survived by her daughter, New York costume designer Elizabeth "Lizzie". John Sylvester White, who played Mr. Woodman on the show, died in 1988. 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Strassman had movie roles as Rick Moranis's wife in Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1989) and Honey, I Blew Up the Kid (1992). . She was 66 and survived by her sister Julie Strassman-Cohn, a TV story editor, brother Steve Strassman and daughter Elizabeth Collector, from a brief 1980's marriage to writer/director Robert Collector. Mr. Palillo was 63 and Mr. Hegyes was 60. Photos: Courtesy SMC. So sad that a sweet friend, kind person & wonderful actress Marcia Strassman lost her brave battle with cancer today. She is survived by her costume designer daughter Elizabeth Collector and brother Steven. Strassmanco-starred in several films, most notably as Rick Moranis wife in the 1989 hit Honey, I Shrunk the Kids and its sequel. Elizabeth Collector's net worth Her huge, breakout role, and the one for which she will best be remembered, was as Gabe Kaplan's wife on the popular sitcom Welcome Back, Kotter (1975) for four seasons. People sang and raised money and awareness for breast cancer research, she said. Century City-Westwood News The star had been battling breast cancer and her death was confirmed by her sister Julie. [5] A third single, "Star Gazer" (1968) (produced by Kim Fowley), failed to chart anywhere and brought Strassman's brief recording career to a close. Actors Marcia Strassman, John Travolta, Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs and Robert Hegyes attend the 9th Annual TV Land Awards at the Javits Center on . Marcia Ann Strassman was born on 28 April 1948, in New York City, USA, and was a singer and actress, best known for being part of the popular TV series M*A*S*H playing Nurse Margie Cutler, and Welcome Back, Kotter playing Julie Kotter. Press Esc to cancel. 2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/marcia-strassman-45510.php, American Female Film & Theater Personalities, 20th Century Film & Theater Personalities, 21st Century Film & Theater Personalities, 20th Century American Film & Theater Personalities, 21st Century American Film & Theater Personalities. In addition to Julie, survivors include Marcias brother, Steven Strassman, and her daughter, Elizabeth (Lizzie) Collector. The series lasted four years. She was 66. LOS ANGELES - Marcia Strassman, who played Gabe Kaplan's wife, Julie, on the 1970s sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter," has died. Ron Horshack Palillo and Robert Epstein Hegyes of the original Welcome Back, Kotter cast died in 2012. Her grandmother was a "Ziegfeld Girl" back in the 1920s. Strassman was told that Kaplan wanted her off the series, and stated in an interview that working on the series made her "miserable". Marcia Strassman made her TV debut in 1964 when she was cast to play a minor role in ABC network's situational comedy series The Patty Duke Show. In 1967, she played Samantha Dain in an episode titled The Man Who Believed in the popular crime drama series Ironside.. Discover today's celebrity birthdays and explore famous people who share your birthday. She started her career by working as a model at a children's department store in New Jersey. However, the song failed to find international attention. From 1973 to 1974, she appeared in television series, such as Love Story, Police Story, and Marcus Welby, M.D. In 1975, she was cast to play Nancy in a television movie titled Journey from Darkness.. Welcome Back, Kotter (1975-1979)as Julie Kotter, Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1989)as Diane Szalinski, Honey I Blew Up the Kid (1992)as Diane Szalinski. Steven Strassman, and her daughter, New York costume designer Elizabeth "Lizzie" Collector. In 1963, at age 15, she succeeded Liza Minnelli in the role of Ethel Hofflinger in the Off-Broadway musical Best Foot Forward. Marcia died of complications on October 24, 2014, in the Sherman Oaks area of Los Angeles. Strassman was diagnosed with breast cancer in March 2007. Julie Strassman requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to cancer organizations such as the Susan B. Komen Foundation and the American Cancer Society, in Marcia Strassmans name. Returning to films with the crime comedy Another Stakeout (1993), the family sci-fi comedy Earth Minus Zero (1996), in 1998, Marcia returned to her singing talents and performed with "Beauty and the Beast" star Susan Egan in "Hello Again," which was a revamped version of the Max Ophls classic French film La Ronde (1950). Ms. Strassman played Margie Cutler, a nurse, on the first season of M*A*S*H before landing her breakout role in Welcome Back, Kotter. The show, about a teacher returning to the tough Brooklyn high school of his youth to teach a classroom of misfits, including John Travolta, ran for four years. Sister of Julie Strassman-Cohn and Steve Strassman. Strassman was born She was 66. In 2007, Marcia was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer which had already spread to her bones. She guest starred on Murder, She Wrote in 1996. What happened Marcia Strassman? Strassman received her big breakthrough in 1975 when she was cast to play Julie Kotter in the popular situational comedy series Welcome Back, Kotter. She became a household name in the United States as she was seen throughout the series. | Julie Strassman added that she was a beloved aunt to her son, Jesse, and daughter, Halley. Julie told THR that her sister also volunteered for a charity called Duets for Cancer for years, long before her own diagnosis. This tall (5'10"), pretty, willowy brunette (but frequently blonde) was born on April 28, 1948, in New York City, as one of four children. Her memoir, in which she discussed her life, career and illness, was published in 2008. See also Other Works | Publicity Listings | Official Sites Robert Collector and Marcia Strassman are divorced after a marriage of 5 years. In 1963, she became part of the Off-Broadway production Best Foot Forward, succeeding Liza Minnelli in the role of Ethel Hofflinger at the age of 15. We will update Elizabeth Collector's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible. Official Sites, In April of 1967 she attempted to launch a singing career with a recording of. she regained some popularity as the wholesome wife of nerdy Rick Moranis in the surprise Walt Disney hit Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1989). She also was a great aunt to my daughter, Halley Cohn, and Stevens son, Jesse., So sad that a sweet friend, kind person & wonderful actress Marcia Strassman lost her brave battle with cancer today. Marcia Strassman Marcia Strassman Born: 28-Apr - 1948 Birthplace: New York City Died: 24-Oct - 2014 Location of death: Sherman Oaks, CA Cause of death: Cancer - Breast Gender: Female Race or Ethnicity: White Sexual orientation: Straight Occupation: Actor Nationality: United States Executive summary: Welcome Back, Kotter Brother: Steven Strassman The following year, she landed her first major role as Julie Kotter on the ABC sitcom Welcome Back, Kotter (19751979). John Sylvester White, who played Mr. Woodman on the show, died in 1988. Strassmans death was confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter by her sister,Julie Strassman, and her friend, director Bob Weide. Death In March 2007 Strassman was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer that had spread to her bones. She was 66 years old, and is survived by her sister Julie, her brother Steven and her daughter, Elizabeth Collector (from . I was just there when Kotter came home at the end of the day. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive the latest news and events in the Westside and the surrounding areas! Organize, control, distribute and measure all of your digital content. Her grandmother was a Ziegfeld Girl back in the 1920s. marcia ann strassman (april 28, 1948 - october 24, 2014) was an american actress and singer, best known for her roles as nurse margie cutler in m*a*s*h, as julie kotter in welcome back, kotter and as diane szalinski in the 1989 feature film honey, i shrunk the kids; its sequel honey, i blew up the kid; and the 3-d film spin-off honey, i shrunk Listed as one of twelve Promising New Actors of 1982 in John Willis Screen World, Vol. Net Worth, Husband, Father, Death. In addition to being a cast member on Welcome Back, Kotter, she made regular appearances on the television shows Providence, Tremors and Third Watch.. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options are waiting for you. This photo provided by Julie Strassman shows her sister, actress Marcia Strassman. Marcia Strassman passed away in Sherman Hills, California, at her home on Ocotber 25, 2014. Marcia Strassman Dead: Starred In 'Welcome Back Kotter,' 'Honey I Shrunk The Kids' David Bloom October 26, 2014, 3:03 PM Actress Marcia Strassman has died at the age of 66 after a long. We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 17 February. Raised in Passaic, New Jersey, Marcia grew into a striking young teen and worked for a time as a model in a local children's department store. She was the daughter of an auto parts wholesaler. Marcia Ann Strassman (April 28, 1948 October 24, 2014) was an American actress and singer. I didnt have much to do on the show. 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