Carrie Anne Fleming, a Canadian actress known for her roles in shows such as iZombie and Supernatural, as well as appearances in several movies, died at 51 on Feb. 26, according to a report from Variety.
Jim Beaver, her co-star on Supernatural, confirmed to the outlet that Fleming died of breast cancer complications in Sidney, British Columbia.
Fleming’s initial breakthrough into acting was a recurring role on Viper, and an uncredited appearance in the Adam Sandler hit movie Happy Gilmore.
This would mark the beginning of three decades of on-screen work.
She began a string of appearances in the horror genre starting in 2005 with a role in Masters of Horror.
She then appeared in The CW’s horror-drama Supernatural as Karen Singer, the wife of Bobby Singer, who was played by Beaver. She appeared in all five seasons through the run of the show.
Another prominent role for the CW was 2015’s Candy Baker in the supernatural comedy-drama iZombie.
Her other TV credits include Supergirl, UnREAL, Motive, Continuum, Package Deal, Alice, Knights of Bloodsteel, The 4400, The L Word, and Smallville.
On the big screen, in addition to Happy Gilmore, she was cast in Good Luck Chuck, and Married Life.
Fleming also appeared in the TV film The Unauthorized Full House Story, where she played the mother of Full House star Candace Cameron Bure, who appeared on the show in her role of DJ Tanner.
A representative for Fleming was not immediately available.
Fleming is survived by her daughter, Madalyn Rose, according to various reports.
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