United Kingdom, May 31 -- Valerie Mahaffey has died at the age of 71.

The Emmy-winning actress - best known for her roles in 'Northern Exposure' and 'Big Sky' - passed away on Friday (30.05.25) after being diagnosed with cancer.

Her husband Joseph Kell told Variety: "I have lost the love of my life, and America has lost one of its most endearing actresses. She will be missed."

Mahaffey won the supporting comedy actress Emmy in 1992 for her work in 'Northern Exposure', which aired from 1990 to 1995.

She was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award nomination for 2020 indie movie 'French Exit'.

She has worked across all acting mediums, on stage on Broadway, in TV and in movies, throughout her career.

Memorable TV roles included Alma ...