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Helen Gallagher Dies: Two-Time Tony Winner & ‘Ryan’s Hope’ Matriarch Was 98
DeadlineStory by Erik Pedersen
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Legendary Broadway star and 'Ryan's Hope' matriarch Helen Gallagher dies at 98, leaving an indelible mark on stage and screen.
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- Gallagher won two Tony Awards for her standout performances in 'Pal Joey' and 'No, No, Nanette' before her iconic role as Maeve Ryan on the long-running soap opera.
- With 13 seasons as the heart and soul of 'Ryan's Hope,' Gallagher's portrayal of the feisty yet loving matriarch cemented her status as a daytime television icon.
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Helen Gallagher, Ryan's Hope, Pal Joey, No, No, Nanette, Ryan's Hope