Shelley Fabares, a longtime television actor, has died at the age of 82. Her family announced her passing in a statement to The Associated Press. " She began acting at a young age and appeared in numerous movies and television shows throughout her career.

Fabares was born in 1944 and started acting as a child, with her first television credit at age 10. Her family described her as a source of love, strength, and comfort to those around her. Further details about her life and career are available from the source.