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Seinfeld, Frasier, The West Wing, Big Sky, Quantum Leap, ER, Law & Order: SVU, Cheers, Boston Legal, and Private Practice are just a few of the well-known shows on which she has appeared.
In addition to her notable roles in Jungle 2 Jungle (1997), Seabiscuit (2003), Sully (2016), No Pay, Nudity (2016), and the dark comedy French Exit (2020), with Michelle Pfeiffer and Lucas Hedges.
Mahaffey’s resume also includes other noteworthy roles. She was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for her performance as Madame Reynard.
Alongside her daughter, she co-produced and appeared in the 2010 film Summer Eleven. Her most recent on-screen roles were in the 2025 movie The 8th Day and the Apple TV+ series Echo 3.
At this time, we are sending our condolences to Mahaffey’s family, friends, and loved ones.
