Shelley Fabares dies at 82; The Donna Reed Show helped define TV family life with Donna Stone and her husband Dr. Alex Stone.
Shelley Fabares has died at 82 in Los Angeles. The actress and singer, known for The Donna Reed Show and later roles, has been remembered for her warmth, strength and advocacy for Alzheimer’s awareness. She began acting as a child and achieved fame in the 1950s and 60s, later transitioning to television in the 1970s and beyond.