Advertisement

We need your help now

Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

RIP

Actress and mother of Ben Stiller, Anne Meara, dies aged 85

She passed away on Saturday, the cause of death has not been confirmed.

ACTRESS ANNE MEARA has died at the age of 85.

The comic was best known for her work with her husband of 61 years Jerry Stiller, as the comedy duo Stiller and Meara.

Obit Anne Meara AP / Press Association Images AP / Press Association Images / Press Association Images

She also appeared as Mary Brady in Sex and the City. Mary was the mother of bartender Steve Brady, the partner of Miranda Hobbes.

satc-s05-ep68_l We like TV We like TV

Ben Stiller has released a statement saying, “The Stiller family is deeply saddened to share the beloved Anne Meara passed away last night at the age of 85.

“She is survived by her husband and partner in life Jerry Stiller. The two were married for 61 years and worked together almost as long.

Anne’s memory lives on in the hearts of daughter Amy, son Ben, her grandchildren, her extended family and friends, and the millions she entertained as an actress, writer and comedienne.

Meara and Jerry Stiller were honoured with a joint star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2007.

People Stiller Meara Actors Jerry Stiller, far left, and Anne Meara, second from right, pose with their children, Ben Stiller and Amy Stille AP / Press Association Images AP / Press Association Images / Press Association Images

Many people have been to Twitter to express their sadness at the news, including many starts who worked with the actress:

Your Voice
Readers Comments
10
    Submit a report
    Please help us understand how this comment violates our community guidelines.
    Thank you for the feedback
    Your feedback has been sent to our team for review.