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Dee Freeman, Actress Known for Shameless, Dies at 66

Her family said she died peacefully after a long fight with lung cancer.

Overview

  • Her family confirmed she died peacefully on April 2, 2026, following treatment for lung cancer.
  • People magazine reporting, cited by several outlets, said her illness had reached an end stage.
  • She is survived by her children, Amber and Shane, as well as her mother and siblings.
  • Before acting, she served six years in the U.S. Marine Corps and later worked as a DJ in Japan.
  • Her screen credits spanned Coach, Seinfeld, The X-Files, Dexter and Six Feet Under, with her most recognized role as Mrs. Seery on Shameless.