Anne Schedeen Dead: Actress Who Played the Mom on 'ALF' Dies Anne Schedeen, the actress best known for her role as matriarch Kate Tanner on the 1980s sitcom ALF, has died at the age of 77. Her passing was announced by her official Facebook page, which stated, “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share Annie has passed peacefully.” The post highlighted her enduring legacy as a creative force and humorist, while also acknowledging her passions for secondhand thrifting, her love for dogs, and her outspoken disdain for former President Donald Trump. The family expressed their grief, stating, “We are bereft without her. We loved her so so much, as did all who met her.” Her agent, Tom Markley of Metropolitan Talent Agency, confirmed the news, calling her “a true artist and friend. One of a kind.” He added, “I’ll miss her,” underscoring her impact on the industry and personal connections. The cause of her death was not disclosed. Schedeen, born Luanne Ruth Schedeen on January 8, 1949, grew up on a farm near Portland, Oregon. She began acting at age 6, using household items like teapots and flowers as props, and later pursued formal training at the Portland Civic Theater. Her early career included local theater in Hawaii and studies at Portland State University and Fort Wright College in Spokane, Washington. After relocating to New York, she faced challenges in breaking into the industry, working as a model and selling clothing before securing a contract with Universal Pictures. She recalled her early days with humor: “I thought I’d come out here, take fencing lessons, drive a small Thunderbird and sit by the swimming pool. Instead, I was the daughter on Marcus Welby, M.D.#anne_schedeen #alf #tom_markley #habitat_for_humanity #christopher_barrett
