...By Lola Smith for TDPel Media.
Judy Farrell, who gained popularity for her role as Nurse Able in the acclaimed TV series “MAS*H,” passed away on Sunday at the age of 84.
However, her obituary details have not been released. Farrell was described by her co-star Loretta Swit as a beautiful person inside and out, and they grew up together like family.
Acting Career
Farrell appeared in eight episodes of “MAS*H,” which aired from 1972 to 1983, playing Nurse Able alongside Alan Alda. She also appeared in other popular TV shows such as “Fame,” “Quincy M.E.,” “Get Smart,” and “The Partridge Family.”
Besides her acting career, Farrell was a TV writer and contributed to various shows like “Port Charles,” “Fame,” and “The Kid from Nowhere.”
Personal Life
Farrell was born in Quapaw, Oklahoma, on March 1, 1938. She made her acting debut in 1969, appearing in two episodes of “Judd for the Defense.”
Farrell married her “MAS*H” co-star Mike Farrell, who played Captain B.J. Hunnicutt, and they were together from 1963 to 1983. The couple had two children together, Michael and Erin Farrell.
Following her divorce from Mike, Farrell married Joe Bratcher in 1985. She is survived by her husband, Bratcher, and her two children.
Death and Legacy
According to Judy Farrell’s obituary, she suffered a stroke eight days before her death. Her death has left the entertainment industry and fans mourning the loss of a talented actress and writer.
Farrell’s contribution to the industry has left a lasting impression on television audiences, and those who knew and worked with her will dearly miss her.
Commentary:
Judy Farrell’s death marks a significant loss to the entertainment industry, and fans will miss her presence. As an actress and writer, Farrell left an indelible mark on television, and her legacy will remain for years to come.
Her performances in “MAS*H” and other popular TV shows will remain etched in the hearts of her fans. Judy Farrell will be remembered as a beautiful person inside and out, who left an impact on the industry and those she worked with.
