“That is unimaginable,” she lamented.
Sadly, Kinison died three years later in 1992 at the age of 38.
Still, Ron acknowledged his mother killed the performance.
The women all have one thing in common: They consistently make Al Bundy’s life more complicated.
Bellamy’s real life intersected with her career later in her life.
The treatment she received for cancer interacted with her diabetes and caused her to go blind.
Bellamy passed away in 2001.
Kathleen Freeman
Kathleen Freeman had a curious role in the sitcom.
As the voice of Peg Bundy’s mother, she never actually appeared on the show.
She also directed, composed, and was the founder of the SAG-AFTRA Conservatory.
Freeman once said of her career that she was only interested in doing the best work possible.
“I’ve been trained.
You’ve got to be great every time, not once.”
Freeman also once told the Associated Press (viaBackstage) that making people laugh was her life’s work.
“I am somebody who is around to help the world laugh.
I have always had that sense.
Corny but absolutely true.”
Freeman died in 2001 following a battle with lung cancer.
Smith died in 2011 after suffering with chronic traumatic encephalopathy as a result of repeated head injuries.
Janet Carroll
Actor Janet Carroll was a living legend.
Her role as Tom Cruise’s mother in “Risky Business” propelled her to stardom.
The actor died in 2012 at the age of 71, after a battle with brain cancer.
In fact, Curran’s sole onscreen role was in “Married… With Children.”
“He was one of the funniest guys I ever met,” Jean toldVariety.
“He also had one of the sweetest, biggest hearts.
He really was a terrific guy.”
Curran died in 2016 at 59 following complications with cancer.
Alan Thicke
Alan Thicke actually played two characters on “Married… With Children.”
The legendary Canadian portrayed Henry, who dated Kelly, and later Bruce, who dated Peggy.
I saw him a few days ago and told him how much I loved and respected him."
Bologna played Al Bundy’s construction worker friend Charlie Verducci.
Joseph Bologna died in 2017 after fighting pancreatic cancer for three years.
Taylor and Bologna wrote 22 plays and worked on several programs together.
Conway also starred alongside thestunning Carol Burnetton her titular variety show.
“I’m heartbroken,” she said (viaVariety).
I cherish the times we had together both on the screen and off.
He’ll be in my heart forever."
So there was always enough show.
Fred Willard
It’s no secret that Fred Willard was an American treasure.
The Ohio-born performer was lauded for his incredible sketch comedy skills throughout his career.
While many actors and comedians bow out of Hollywood in their final years, Willard did no such thing.
The episode showcased Willard’s ability to use awkward moments as a way of creating comedic tension.
In 2020, the world lost a comedic gem when Willard died of cardiac arrest.
A military veteran in addition to an actor, Willard was buried in Forest Lawn Memorial park.
Tawny Kitaen
If Tawny Kitaen had one thing, it was presence.
Her ability to play this heartbreaker role to a tee stands as a reminder of her immense talent.
Tragically, Kitaen died of dilated cardiomyopathy in 2021.
Writing on Kitaen’sInstagrampage, the girls expressed their grief.
“We are heartbroken and saddened to announce the death of our mom,” they shared.
You gave her life every day.
We miss her and love her and we know her legacy will live on forever."
Gilbert Gottfried
Comedian Gilbert Gottfried was one of the funniest men in America.
His death left his family feeling devastated.
Even so, they urged the public to remember Gottfried for his comedic impact.
Cindyana Santangelo
Cindyana Santangelo was never one to fade into the background.
Sadly, Santangelo died in March 2025.
An emergency call led authorities to rush to her home in Malibu, California.
As of the publication of this article, Santangelo’s cause of death has not been made public.
