SUMMARY
- Jennifer Runyon, 65, passed away following a brief cancer battle
- Starred in Ghostbusters (1984) and A Very Brady Christmas (1988)
- Appeared in TV series including The Fall Guy and Another World
LOS ANGELES — Jennifer Runyon Corman, the actress best known for her roles in Ghostbusters and A Very Brady Christmas, died at age 65 after a brief battle with cancer, according to her friend and fellow actress Erin Murphy.
Murphy, star of Bewitched, posted on Instagram Sunday, “Some people you just know you’ll be friends with before you even meet. She was a special lady. I’ll miss you Jenn. My thoughts are with your family and beautiful children.”
Runyon began her on screen career in 1980, appearing in series such as Boone and The Master. In 1984, she starred alongside Tim Matheson in the comedy Up the Creek and played a student undergoing paranormal assessment in Ghostbusters.
Entertainment historian Dr. Amanda Rowe of the University of Southern California noted, “Runyon contributed to 1980s film and television culture with consistent supporting roles that enriched ensemble casts.”
Media analyst Robert Fields of Variety added, “Her work illustrates the era’s evolving approach to female characters in comedy and genre films.”
Runyon’s legacy remains in cult classics and holiday films, influencing ensemble casting in television and film.
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