Kathryn Kates, 'Orange Is the New Black' and 'Law & Order: SVU' Actress, Dead at 73

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Law and Order: Special Victims Unitduring a career spanning four decades, was 73 years old. The actress' talent agency confirmed her death in a social media announcement on Monday. «Our mighty @officialkathrynkates has passed away.

She will always be remembered and adored in our hearts as the powerful force of nature she was,» read the statement. «She loved this craft and had enough patience to fill 10 ships.

A true icon. We will miss you.»A rep confirmed to that Kates died on Saturday after battling lung cancer. She had most recently appeared in the highly anticipated  prequel,, as Angie DeCarlo, before completing an upcoming project, .

Over the years, fans could spot Kates in an array of TV roles, from Mabel Maloney on to Mrs. Carrabino on Lizzie McGuire, Mrs.