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Wednesday 26 January 2022 7:26 am

Seinfield and Orange Is The New Black star Kathryn Kates dies

By: Michiel Willems

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Kathryn Kates, the star of Orange Is The New Black and Seinfeld, has died, according to her representatives.

The US actress was described as a “powerful force of nature” with “enough patience to fill 10 ships”.

Announcing her death on Instagram, Headline talent agency said: “Our mighty @officialkathrynkates has passed away.

“She will always be remembered and adored in our hearts as the powerful force of nature she was.”

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“She loved this craft and had enough patience to fill 10 ships. A true icon. We will miss you”.

Kates was also known for roles in series including Matlock and Thunder Alley as well as the Sopranos spin-off film The Many Saints Of Newark.

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