GWEN Farrell, best known for her recurring role on the iconic series M*A*S*H, has died.
The actress also appeared in popular shows Starsky and Hutch and Billy Jack Goes to Washington.
She was 93 years old.
Gwen’s son, Keith Farrell, confirmed the actress had died on Thursday in Los Angeles, according to TMZ.
Keith told the outlet she had died of “natural causes”.
Gwen – whose full name was Gwendolyn ‘Gwen’ Yancey Farrell – has been remembered by her family as “a guiding light”.
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In a public statement, her family said she was “a grandmother, a guiding light, and a steady source of love and wisdom”.
“Gwen was so much more to her family,” they said.
“She had a way of making those around her feel supported, understood, and cared for without needing recognition.”
They said her death had left a “deep void” in their hearts.
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“[It is] one that cannot be filled,” they said.
“We will miss her voice, her strength, and the quiet comfort she brought into our lives.
“While we are heartbroken, we are also incredibly grateful for the life she lived and the legacy she leaves behind.”
Born in Austin, Texas, Gwen was the daughter of Fatburger founder, Lovie Yancey.
She had a recurring role on the popular war comedy show, which ran from 1972 to 1983, appearing in 26 episodes.
Throughout the show, she portrayed several different nurses, including Nurse Butler, Nurse Wilson, Nurse Able and Nurse Gwen.
In 1980, she made a surprise career change into boxing, where she became a referee in California.
Gwen went on to become an inspiration in the sport where women were often not seen.
She also made history as the first woman to referee a World Title fight.
In 2005, she was inducted into the World Boxing Hall of Fame.
Speaking of the passion she had for her career, Gwen’s family said: “With confidence, fairness, and unwavering composure, she earned the respect of fighters, trainers, and fans alike”.
“She didn’t just do the job; she broke barriers and proved that strength comes in many forms,” they added.
A GoFundMe has been set up to assist with funeral and memorial expenses.
At the time of writing, the fundraiser has raised $931 of its $13,000 goal.
