Actress Jennifer Runyon, known for her roles in the classic film Ghostbusters and the TV sitcom Charles in Charge, has died at 65.
The beloved star Jennifer Runyon passed away on March 6 after a battle with cancer. Her family confirmed the heartbreaking news in a message shared on social media.
According to reports, Runyon had been fighting the disease for around six months before her passing. She died peacefully while surrounded by her family.
In an emotional statement on Facebook, per ABC7 Los Angeles, her family shared the news of her passing.
“This past Friday night our beloved Jennifer passed away. It was a long and arduous journey that ended with her surrounded by her family. We are so grateful for the time we had with her and for the love and support she shared with so many people throughout her life. She will always be remembered for her love of life and the deep devotion she had to her family and friends.”
‘Ghostbusters’ star Jennifer Runyon dead at 65
Born on April 1, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois, Jennifer Runyon became well known in the 1980s thanks to several popular film and television roles.
Many fans remember her memorable appearance in the opening scene of Ghostbusters. She also played Gwendolyn Pierce on the sitcom Charles in Charge, which helped make her a recognizable face on television.
Over the years, she appeared in a number of well-known TV series, including Quantum Leap, Murder, She Wrote, and Magnum P.I.. She later stepped back from acting to focus more on her family and other pursuits. Jennifer is survived by her husband, basketball coach Todd Corman, and their two children, Wyatt and Bayley.
Rest in peace, Jennifer Runyon. Our thoughts go out to her family.
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