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joeybee12

(56,177 posts)
Wed Nov 12, 2014, 06:31 AM Nov 2014

Carol Ann Susi, Voice Behind Big Bang Theory's Mrs. Wolowitz, Dead at 62

Carol Ann Susi best known as the voice of Howard Wolowitz’s unseen mother on The Big Bang Theory, has died after a short battle with an aggressive cancer, her rep confirmed Tuesday.

In addition to the CBS sitcom, the Brooklyn, N.Y., native appeared on countless TV shows during her 40-year career, including Grey’s Anatomy, Ugly Betty, That ’70s Show, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Just Shoot Me and Seinfeld.

Warner Bros. TV, CBS and the show’s executive producers — Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro and Bill Prady — have released the following statement:

“The Big Bang Theory family has lost a beloved member today with the passing of Carol Ann Susi, who hilariously and memorably voiced the role of Mrs. Wolowitz. Unseen by viewers, the Mrs. Wolowitz character became a bit of a mystery throughout the show’s eight seasons. What was not a mystery, however, was Carol Ann’s immense talent and comedic timing, which were on display during each unforgettable appearance. In addition to her talent, Carol Ann was a constant source of joy and kindness to all. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with her family during this time, and we will miss her greatly.”

https://tv.yahoo.com/news/carol-ann-susi-voice-behind-032449479.html

Very sad...she was hilarious

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Carol Ann Susi, Voice Behind Big Bang Theory's Mrs. Wolowitz, Dead at 62 (Original Post) joeybee12 Nov 2014 OP
Yes, that is really sad. I'm sorry to hear this. ~nt RiverLover Nov 2014 #1
Oh no! We will miss her alot. Ilsa Nov 2014 #2
I love the Big Bang Theory Gothmog Nov 2014 #3
RIP bigwillq Nov 2014 #4
Damn. lonestarnot Nov 2014 #5
I like TBBT but I didn't even know what she looked like. randome Nov 2014 #6
Thank you. kcr Nov 2014 #8
On Seinfeld she played the woman George was dating from the unemployment office. It was the episode StevieM Nov 2014 #9
Kikcing for visibility...nt joeybee12 Nov 2014 #7
One of the great unseen characters on television. Tommy_Carcetti Nov 2014 #10
Agreed. I think a recast would be a bad idea. I also don't think they can ignore her absence StevieM Nov 2014 #13
Great show. Great role. Great job Carol Ann Susi! RIP until the next time around. polichick Nov 2014 #11
Wow, I just scrolled through her filmography on IMDB Pacifist Patriot Nov 2014 #12

Ilsa

(61,690 posts)
2. Oh no! We will miss her alot.
Wed Nov 12, 2014, 07:23 AM
Nov 2014

I had noticed she had done less and less, but then there was a surge in lines when Stuart moved in with her.

My condolences to her family and cbs family.

 

randome

(34,845 posts)
6. I like TBBT but I didn't even know what she looked like.
Wed Nov 12, 2014, 09:50 AM
Nov 2014



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kcr

(15,315 posts)
8. Thank you.
Wed Nov 12, 2014, 05:32 PM
Nov 2014

Both the articles I read didn't show her picture, and I always wondered what she looked like. Sad news

StevieM

(10,500 posts)
9. On Seinfeld she played the woman George was dating from the unemployment office. It was the episode
Fri Nov 14, 2014, 03:45 PM
Nov 2014

where Elaine was dating Keith Hernandez.

Tommy_Carcetti

(43,155 posts)
10. One of the great unseen characters on television.
Fri Nov 14, 2014, 03:49 PM
Nov 2014

I think having anyone else do that role would be a great disservice to the character.

StevieM

(10,500 posts)
13. Agreed. I think a recast would be a bad idea. I also don't think they can ignore her absence
Fri Nov 14, 2014, 04:29 PM
Nov 2014

and simply make reference to her.

Having the character die seems to be the right way to go, given Carol Ann's tragic passing. It could lead to some interesting character development for Howard.

Pacifist Patriot

(24,652 posts)
12. Wow, I just scrolled through her filmography on IMDB
Fri Nov 14, 2014, 04:02 PM
Nov 2014

Astounding array of shows and movies she's been in. I totally recognize her, but never put the face and the voice together.

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