# Death of actress Susan Saint James

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-actress-susan-saint-james
> Updated: 2026-11-02T02:51:06.000Z. Sources: 46. Developments: 2.

American television actress Susan Saint James has died at the age of 80 following a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. 

Saint James was a prominent figure in US television during the 1970s and 1980s. She was best known for her roles in the crime series ‘McMillan & Wife’ and the sitcom ‘Kate & Allie’. Her career achievements included winning a Primetime Emmy Award in 1969 for ‘The Name of the Game’. 

Originally born Susan Jane Miller in Los Angeles, she began her career as a model in Paris. She was also recognized for her charitable work with the Special Olympics.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-02: Actress Susan Saint James dies at 80

Emmy-winning actress Susan Saint James, known for her roles in McMillan & Wife and Kate & Allie, has died at age 80 following a battle with pancreatic cancer.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/actress-susan-saint-james-dies-at-80

### 2026-10-27: Actress Susan Saint James dies at 80

Emmy-winning actress Susan Saint James, star of ‘McMillan & Wife’ and ‘Kate & Allie,’ has died at age 80 after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

43 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/susan-saint-james-emmy-winning-actress-dies-at-80

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