‘The Walking Dead’ Actress Kelley Mack Dies at 33 After Battle With Central Nervous System Cancer

‘The Walking Dead’ Actress Kelley Mack Dies at 33 After Battle With Central Nervous System Cancer

Kelley Mack, an American actress known for her roles in The Walking Dead and 9-1-1, has sadly passed away at the young age of 33. Her family confirmed that she died on August 2, 2025, in her hometown of Cincinnati. The cause of her death was glioma, a type of cancer that affects the central nervous system.

‘The Walking Dead’ Actress Kelley Mack Dies

Kelley had a passion for acting from a very young age. When she was a child, she received a mini video camera as a birthday gift, which sparked her interest in filmmaking and acting. She started appearing in commercials as a child actor and slowly grew her career.

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She completed her schooling at Hinsdale Central High School in 2010 and later earned a degree in cinematography from Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film in 2014. Kelley’s talent and hard work were recognized early when she received an acting award from the Tisch School of the Arts for her debut film The Elephant Garden. That film even won the Student Visionary Award at the 2008 Tribeca Film Festival.

Besides acting, Kelley also had a strong interest in writing. She worked closely with her mother, Kristen Klebenow, as a screenwriter. Together, they wrote many full-length scripts, including On The Black, a story set in the 1950s about college baseball. The script was inspired by Kelley’s maternal grandparents who studied at Ohio University.

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Kelley’s death has deeply saddened her fans and the entertainment industry. She was a talented and creative person who left a mark through her performances and stories. Many fans remember her from her role as Addy in The Walking Dead, where she won hearts with her strong and emotional acting.

Her sudden death is a great loss to the world of film and television. She will be remembered for her talent, passion, and the beautiful stories she helped bring to life. May she rest in peace.

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