TV actress Melody
Patterson, best known for playing Wrangler Jane on “F Troop,” died Thursday at
the age of 66. Patterson died in a nursing home after multiple organ
failure, according to reports.
In addition to her
starring role on “F Troop” from 1965-1967, Patterson appeared on other
television shows of the era including “The Monkees,” “Adam-12” and “Green
Acres.” She was also in a handful of episodes of “Hawaii Five-O,” which
featured her husband at the time, James MacArthur.
Patterson also
appeared in a few films, landing roles in “The Angry Breed,” “The Cycle
Savages” and “Blood and Lace.”
Patterson’s “F
Troop” co-star Larry Storch announced her death via Facebook post, saying,
“It’s with a heavy heart that we can let you know our beloved Wrangler Jane,
Melody Patterson passed away today. Our hearts are sad today. RIP Sweet Melody.
We love you.”
---- Extract from Variety
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