Trending Now - Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Passes Away at 79
WHO:
The Hollywood Reporter - Mary Beth Hurt's first husband was Oscar-winning actor William Hurt; they married in 1971, separated in 1978, and divorced in 1982.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt's husband, Paul Schrader, confirmed her death to The Hollywood Reporter.
The Independent - Mary Beth Hurt was born Mary Beth Supinger in Marshalltown, Iowa, on September 25th, 1946.
The Independent - Hurt's childhood babysitter was fellow Iowan Jean Seberg.
Variety - Mary Beth Hurt, actress, known for roles in "The World According to Garp," "Interiors," "The Age of Innocence," and "Six Degrees of Separation."
Variety - Hurt's daughter, Molly Schrader, and her husband, writer-director Paul Schrader, confirmed her death.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt's first husband was Oscar-winning actor William Hurt.
WHAT:
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt was nominated for three Tony Awards during her career, including for her performance in "Crimes of the Heart" in 1981, for which she won an Obie and a Drama Desk award.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt's last television appearance was in an episode of "Law & Order" in 2009.
The Independent - Hurt was nominated for the BAFTA for Best Newcomer for her role in Woody Allen’s "Interiors" (1978).
The Independent - Hurt's last film appearance was in the 2018 drama "Change in the Air."
Deadline - Mary Beth Hurt was nominated for three Tony Awards during her career.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt's daughter, Molly Schrader, stated in a joint social media post, "Although we’re all grieving there is some comfort in knowing she is no longer suffering and reunited with her sisters in peace."
TMZ - Mary Beth Hurt was known for her roles in films such as "Interiors" and "The World According to Garp."
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2015 and had been living in an assisted living facility until her death.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt's husband, Paul Schrader, confirmed her death to The Hollywood Reporter.
Variety - Mary Beth Hurt passed away at the age of 79.
Deadline - Hurt was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2015.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt died at an assisted living facility.
WHERE:
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt died in Jersey City, New Jersey.
The Hollywood Reporter - She had previously lived in another facility in Manhattan.
WHEN:
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt and Paul Schrader married in August 1983 in Chicago.
The Independent - Hurt and Paul Schrader married in 1983.
Variety - Mary Beth Hurt died on March 27th, 2026.
Deadline - Her death was announced on March 28th, 2026.
WHY:
NY Post - Mary Beth Hurt died after a decade-long battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Variety - The cause of death was Alzheimer's disease.
HOW:
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt appeared in four films directed by her husband, Paul Schrader: "Light Sleeper" (1992), "Affliction" (1997), "The Walker" (2007), and "Adam Resurrected" (2008).
The Independent - Hurt's last television appearance was in an episode of "Law & Order" in 2009.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt appeared in four films directed by her husband, Paul Schrader: "Light Sleeper" (1992), "Affliction" (1997), "The Walker" (2007), and "Adam Resurrected" (2008).
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt had been living in an assisted living facility in Jersey City, New Jersey, due to her Alzheimer's diagnosis.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hurt had been living in an assisted living facility due to her Alzheimer's diagnosis.
(UPDATED March 30, 2026 17:16 UTC)
Mary Beth Hurt, who was married to Oscar-winning actor William Hurt from 1971 until their divorce in 1982, has passed away, as confirmed by her husband, director Paul Schrader. Throughout her career, Hurt was nominated for three Tony Awards, winning accolades for her performance in "Crimes of the Heart" in 1981, and her last television appearance was in an episode of "Law & Order" in 2009. She and Schrader tied the knot in August 19th83 in Chicago, and she appeared in four of his films, including "Light Sleeper" and "Affliction."
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(UPDATED March 30, 2026 11:16 UTC)
Mary Beth Hurt, born Mary Beth Supinger in Marshalltown, Iowa, September 25thth, 1946, was a talented actress who received a BAFTA nomination for Best Newcomer for her role in Woody Allen’s "Interiors" in 1978. She married filmmaker Paul Schrader in 1983 and made her last film appearance in the 2018 drama "Change in the Air," while her final television role was in an episode of "Law & Order" in 2009. Hurt's legacy in the entertainment industry is marked by her memorable performances and contributions to film and television.
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(UPDATED March 30, 2026 09:17 UTC)
Mary Beth Hurt, a talented actress who received three Tony Award nominations throughout her career, has passed away. Her daughter, Molly Schrader, shared a heartfelt message on social media, expressing that while the family is grieving, they find comfort in knowing she is no longer suffering and is reunited with her sisters in peace. Hurt was known for her roles in four films directed by her husband, Paul Schrader, including "Light Sleeper," "Affliction," "The Walker," and "Adam Resurrected."
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(UPDATED March 30, 2026 03:56 UTC)
Mary Beth Hurt, known for her roles in films like "Interiors" and "The World According to Garp," has passed away after a decade-long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Her husband, Paul Schrader, confirmed her death, noting that she had been living in an assisted living facility in Jersey City, New Jersey. Hurt was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2015 and had been receiving care until her passing.
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(UPDATED March 29, 2026 23:03 UTC)
Mary Beth Hurt, the acclaimed actress known for her roles in films like "The World According to Garp" and "Six Degrees of Separation," passed away at the age of 79 on Friday, in Jersey City, New Jersey. Her death was confirmed by her daughter, Molly Schrader, and son-in-law, writer-director Paul Schrader, and was attributed to complications from Alzheimer's disease, which she had been diagnosed with in 2015. Hurt, who was previously married to Oscar-winning actor William Hurt, had been residing in an assisted living facility prior to her passing.