Princeton Actress, 'Mary Tyler Moore Show' Star Dies At 70

PRINCETON, NJ — It was her sweet and gentle voice that many remember as actress' Georgia Engel trademark. And particularly her role as Georgette Franklin on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" where she eventually married Anchorman Ted Baxter. Now fans are mourning her death at 70-years-old.

She died on Friday, April 12 in Princeton. The cause of her death was not released, because Engel, who was a Christian Scientist, did not consult doctors, John Quilty, her friend and executor told The New York Times.

Engel, who was born in Washington, D.C., was nominated two times for an Emmy Award for her work on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," which she joined in 1972 in the show's third season. She stayed on through 1977.

She was also nominated three times for an Emmy for her reoccurring role as Pat MacDougal on "Everybody Loves Raymond" from 2003 to 2005.

Engel also appeared on the television show "Hot In Cleveland" with Betty White.

Well known for her voice, she appeared in several animated films such as "Bobbie" in "Open Season," "Love-A-Lot Bear" in "The Care Bears Movie" and a giraffe in "Dr. Dolittle 2."

"Although I play silly parts, in order for others to share in the laughter I think it's important to have a heart that's full of joy and gratitude. Joy is a very holy thing, and we can never own it. We can only reflect it," Engel has been quoted as saying according to IMDB.

Many took to social media to share their memories and condolences of Engel's passing:

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