Peggy McCay (1927 – 2018), “Days of Our Lives” star

Played Caroline Brady on the soap for over 30 years.

PeggyMcCay(1927 e28093 2018) played Caroline Brady on the soap opera e2809cDays of Our Livese2809d for over 30 years, joining the cast in 1983 and appearing until 2016. During her long career as an actress, mostly on television, herfirst major role was as heroine Vanessa Dale on the soap opera e2809cLove of Life.e2809d She also appeared on e2809cPerry Mason,e2809d e2809cMaverick,e2809d e2809cLou Grant,e2809d and played Andy Taylore28099s ex-girlfriend on the e2809cClass Reunione2809d episode of e2809cThe Andy Griffith Show.e2809d

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Died: Monday, October 7, 2018 (Who else died on October 7?)

Details of death: Died at the age of 90, according to her cousin Denise Kiel Smith

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What people said about her: e2809cOur dearest Peggy McCay has left us. She was a friend, an activist and a real scrapper!!I remember meeting her at the bedside of a dear, very ill friend. I backed her up as she ferociously took on doctors and nurses to make sure he had the very best care. She fought that hard for all her causes. Passionate and tireless. And how she loved being 'Caroline'!!e2809de28094Deidre Hall, fellow cast member on e2809cDays of Our Livese2809d

e2809cWell Peggy, this is unexpected. The last time I saw you, you talked about how eager you were to get back to work. You said it with such conviction and longing. Done28099t worry, you gave the world plenty. Gave your audiences inspired performances and your fellow actors your strength and inspiration and absolute love of the work. I will miss you sweet, Peggy. I am so grateful for the time I had with you. Sending love to your loved ones. Rest In Peace.e2809d e28094Stephen Nichols, fellow cast member on e2809cDays of Our Livese2809d

Full obituary: Atlanta Journal Constitution

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