The world of entertainment is in mourning following the announcement that beloved American actress Patricia Crowley has passed away at the age of 91. The star, best known to UK audiences for her role as wealthy matriarch Constance Colby in the glitzy 1980s soap opera Dynasty, died peacefully on Tuesday, May 27th.
Her daughter, actress Annabelle Weenick, confirmed the sad news to The Hollywood Reporter, stating her mother died of natural causes in Los Angeles.
A Storied Career on Screen
Crowley's career spanned over five decades, making her a familiar face on both the big and small screen. Before her time on Dynasty, she was the star of the hit 1960s NBC sitcom Please Don't Eat the Daisies, based on the book by Jean Kerr.
Her filmography was vast and varied, including appearances in classic shows such as Murder, She Wrote, The Love Boat, Matlock, and Hawaii Five-O. She also graced the silver screen in films like Forever Female alongside Ginger Rogers and William Holden.
Remembering an Icon
Tributes from co-stars and fans have been pouring in, remembering Crowley not just for her talent, but for her grace and kindness. Her portrayal of the shrewd yet compassionate Constance Colby in Dynasty made her a standout character in one of television's most famous prime-time soap operas.
She is survived by her two children, Annabelle and David, and her legacy as a talented and enduring figure from Hollywood's golden age.
