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Kaitlin Olson Announces Death of Her Father in Emotional Instagram Tribute

Her tribute balanced openness with privacy by declining to share a cause of death.

Overview

  • Kaitlin Olson, 50, shared on Monday that her father, Don Olson, has died, writing that he fought hard to stay with the family.
  • Her Instagram post featured a recent selfie with him, childhood photos, a shot of him with her husband Rob McElhenney, and an image of her holding his hand.
  • McElhenney commented with his own tribute, saying there was no one like Don and that he was proud to be his son-in-law for 17 years.
  • Coverage of the post notes that Olson did not disclose how or when her father died, reflecting her wish to keep some details private.
  • Outlets also highlighted Don Olson’s career, noting he served as publisher of the Portland Tribune from 2000 to 2001 and supported his daughter’s pursuit of acting.