Hollywood actress Kelley Mack, best known for her role as Addy on The Walking Dead, has died after a short battle with turbo cancer. She was 33.
Mack passed away on Saturday in Cincinnati after battling glioma, a rare and aggressive type of tumor that affects the brain and spinal cord, according to a statement on the social networking site CaringBridge.
Rising star Kelley was pressured into getting the shots to stay eligible for roles on Chicago Med, along with various films and commercials.
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Just months later, in September 2024, she was diagnosed with diffuse midline glioma. The turbo cancer spread rapidly, and within a year, it claimed her life.
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“It is with indelible sadness that we are announcing the passing of our dear Kelley. Such a bright, fervent light has transitioned to the beyond, where we all eventually must go,” read a post on Mack’s Instagram on Tuesday.
Mack, born Kelley Lynne Klebenow in Cincinnati, was also known for her appearances in popular television shows such as “Chicago Med” and “9-1-1.”
Her career spanned 35 actress credits and five producer credits. She also appeared in commercials for brands like Dr. Pepper and Chick-fil-A and did voice-over work, including for the Oscar-winning “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.”
“Kelley was known for her warmth, creativity and unwavering support for those around her,” said a statement. “Her infectious enthusiasm and dedication to her work inspired countless others in the industry and beyond.”
