The beloved star appeared in such shows as “All in the Family,” “What’s Happening!
!,” and “Police Story,” among many others.
Those roles solidified her in the memories of a generation.

She was married to Jack Bannon for 34 years, and the two worked together in theater often.
But when he tragically died on October 25, 2017, Ellen sought solace elsewhere.
I can’t ignore this.'

So I let him in.
He came up on the couch and we watched Hallmark."
All she wants is one line.'"

“I was so thrilled to do it,” she enthused.
“When I got there, everybody included me.
People were so kind and respectful, and they knew everything I’d ever done.”
John captioned it: “1976.
My sisters Ann, Ellen and I during production of ‘Bus Stop’ at the Falmouth Playhouse.
Thanks for always being by my side!”
He also celebrated her role in “Haul Out the Holly” in a sweet Instagram Story.