Jacqueline Falk, daughter of the late actor Peter Falk, who was known for playing the lovably unkempt, insightful detective Lt. Columbo on TV, has died in an apparent suicide, per People. She was 60 years old. Per the outlet, "Jacqueline died at a residence in Los Angeles on Monday, April 27. The manner of death was ruled suicide." That determination was reportedly made by the Los Angeles Country Medical Examiner. In fact, an investigation into Falk's death is ongoing.
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Falk Was Adopted by the Star and His First Wife
Peter Falk and his first wife, Alyce Mayo, adopted two daughters. One of them was Jacqueline. The Bronx-born actor had an extremely successful career. However, he is best known for Columbo. The offbeat role, Falk brought him four Primetime Emmy Awards, per IMDb. Anything but debonair and polished, Columbo always got his man (or woman). The character was so quirky, cunning, and relatable that audiences simply fell in love with him. (Peter Falk won a fifth Emmy in 1962 for a different role.) He also landed two Academy Award nominations in 1961 and 1962.
Additionally, Falk appeared in notable films like Pocketful of Miracles, It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World, The Princess Bride, and The Brink's Job. He died at the age of 83 in 2011 of Alzheimer's disease, pneumonia, and cardiorespiratory arrest. His wit outlived him. The actor's gravestone reads, "I'm not here. I'm home with Shera." (Shera Danese was Falk's wife of 33 years.)
At the age of 3, Falk's right eye had to be removed because of cancer. It never stopped him. Peter Falk toyed with other careers such as being a CPA, but his true home was acting in front of a camera. His versatility and natural manner made him a bankable TV and film star for many years.
Jacqueline Falk Preferred a Low-Key Lifestyle
According to the outlet, Jacqueline Falk kept a low profile although she was related to a very famous and beloved person. Her sister, Catherine, became known for her advocacy for families' rights. She made her voice heard about "conservatorship issues" as they related to her dad later in his life.
