STAR GONE. Longtime ‘Dallas’ actress passes away after suffering three strokes

Pat Colbert’s Legacy in Television

Pat Colbert, who passed away at 77, was known for her role as Dora Mae on Dallas. Joining in Season 7 (1983), she appeared in over 65 episodes until the show’s end in 1991. TV blogger Shaun Chang noted, “As the only African-American character who appeared more than once, Dora Mae never had a storyline… but she played the part with elegance and intelligence.”

Career Highlights

Colbert began acting in Eischied (1979) and featured in Fall Guy and Capitol. She also appeared in Leonard Part 6 (1987) with Bill Cosby. After Dallas, she was seen in Sisters and True Colors (1991).

Personal Life and Early Roles

Born on January 16, 1947, in Los Angeles, Colbert appeared in Flamingo Road and A Death in California. She is survived by her son Michael and three siblings.

Impact and Tribute

Colbert’s role in Dallas was praised: “The show’s main characters and itself treated her with respect, never making fun of her.” Her role helped create a sense of community within the show, which ended in 1991 due to high production costs.

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