Parks & Recreation Star Helen Slayton-Hughes Dead At 92: ‘Rest, Sweet One’
perezhilton.comGrab a box of tissues, Parks and Recreation fans — we’re mourning the loss of Helen Slayton-Hughes. The actress, who famously played sassy court stenographer Ethel Beavers on the hit NBC comedy, passed away Wednesday at 92 years old.
Her family took to Facebook to announce the saddening news Thursday afternoon, writing: Related: Tina Turner’s Son Ronnie Dead At 62 Alongside the announcement, Helen’s family shared a short video depicting her in various acting roles throughout the years, captioned with more loving words: The tribute also included two quotes from Helen herself: And: See the touching video (below): Fans rushed to the comments to pay their respects, writing things like: While Helen’s family noted “her pain has ended” in their post, her exact cause of death is unclear at the time.
Beginning her acting career at 50 years old in 1980’s Mafia on the Bounty, the icon’s résumé spanned 42 years, with her final appearance being in 2022’s The Curse of Bridge Hollow. Related: Leah Remini Speaks On Kirstie Alley’s Death Following Years-Long Feud The official Parks and Recreation Instagram account tributed the late actress Friday, writing alongside a classic picture of her character: See (below): See some of her best moments on the show (below): So, so sad.
However, the load of grief can’t help but be lightened by the comedic memories and outpour of love and support. Rest in peace to an icon! [Images via Parks & Recreation/Peacock] The post <i>Parks & Recreation</i> Star Helen Slayton-Hughes Dead At 92: ‘Rest, Sweet One’ appeared first on Perez Hilton.
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