Desperate Housewives star Kathryn Joosten died Saturday at his home in Westlake Village, California, after a long battle with lung cancer. He was 72
Agent Joosten, Nadine Jolson confirmed the news to E! Online on Saturday, said: "Kathryn passed away this morning after a courageous battle with cancer Her family was with her funeral arrangements are pending This is a terrible loss, and she fought as hard as he could ...."
The actress began her nursing career in his hometown of Chicago, Illinois, before turning to acting in the age of 42
Best known for his role as intrusive neighbor Karen McCluskey in Desperate Housewives, which - ironically - lost his battle with lung cancer at the end of the series a few weeks ago, Joosten won a few Emmys for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for his recurring role in the series.
He was also known for his role as secretary to the President Mrs. Landingham on The West Wing, and she has also appeared in numerous television series, including My Name Is Earl, Monk, Grey's Anatomy, Las Vegas, the closer, Scrubs and Ally McBeal. His recent film credits include the role of Mrs. Dixon in Bedtime Stories Adam Sandler and mobility scooter-riding Aunt Jackie Alvin and the Chipmunks The.
Joosten also served as the national spokesperson for cancer drug company Pfizer lung campaign profiles. He beat the disease twice in the past before losing his third match of the weekend.
The star leaves two sons, Jonathan and Timothy, who has issued the following statement: "The family Kathryn Joosten, two-time Emmy winner, longtime governor of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, advocate for cancer lung, and so much more, sorry to inform that Kathryn succumbed to his 11-year battle with lung cancer today, June 2, 2012, surrounded by love and humor to the end. Thank you all for your love and support.'re laughing through our tears. We love you, Kathy , thanks for everything. "
Desperate Housewives co-star Felicity Huffman paid tribute to his co-star via Twitter on Saturday night, writes: "Rest in peace, she was an amazing woman and a wonderful actress."
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