ON April 2, 2024, news broke that Freaks and Geeks actor Joe Flaherty passed away at 82.
Survived by the acting legend is his daughter, Gudrun, and here’s all we know about her.
Who is Joe Flaherty’s daughter, Gudrun?
Gudrun Maria Flaherty is an actress and writer born on January 24, 1979.
Like her famous father, Gudrun pursued a career in acting.
According to IMDb, her first acting credit was in 1992 when she portrayed Tess in the TV series Maniac Mansion.
Throughout her career, Gudrun appeared in other projects, including Mad TV, and This Is My Friend.
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In addition to her acting career, Gudrun performed a song on the soundtrack of the 2009 film It’s Complicated starring Meryl Streep.
While she’s appeared in multiple films, her last known acting credit dates back to 2013.
Before her father’s unfortunate death, Gudrun took over as Joe’s sole caregiver.
How many children does Joe Flaherty have?
In addition to Gudrun, Joe Flaherty had a son named Gabriel Richard Flaherty.
Not much is known about Gabriel; however, Joe shares his two children with his ex-wife, Judith Dagley.
Joe and Judith married in 1976 and were together for 20 years before divorcing in 1996.
Prior to tying the knot, the pair dated for only a year.
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When did Joe Flaherty die?
Joe Flaherty passed away on April 1, 2024, at 82 years old.
The news broke after Mad Men actor Joel Murray tweeted: “We’ve lost another of my idols. RIP Joe Flaherty 1941-2024.”
His death comes a month after Second City, an improv comedy group that Joe was a part of, shared he was ill launching a fundraiser to help the actor.
Only Murders in the Building actor Martin Short, who was the head of the fundraiser, wrote: “Our beloved SCTV cast member, Joe Flaherty, is very ill.
“Joe is aware of the gravity of his failing health and would like to spend whatever time he has left at home rather than in a facility.”
According to Martin, the fundraiser was to help Gudrun as she supported her father through his illness.
Before his death, Joe was famously recognized for his roles in Freaks and Geeks, Happy Gilmore, and Detroit Rock City.
His successful career landed the actor multiple accolades, including two Emmy Awards.