Kate Beckinsale Announces Death of Her Mother, British Actress Judy Loe, at 78: “I Am Paralyzed”

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Kate Beckinsale has confirmed the death of her mother, British actress Judy Loe, at the age of 78.

Sadly, Loe passed away on July 15, exactly two years following the revelation of her stage four cancer. She gained widespread recognition for her television roles in series such as General Hospital, Inspector Morse, Casualty, and Holby City.

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On Friday, Beckinsale, who was the sole offspring of Loe and her initial spouse, actor Richard Beckinsale, expressed profound sadness on Instagram, stating that she is overwhelmed with grief following her mother’s passing.

She penned, ‘I’d rather not share these pictures,’ accompanying photos of the two. However, she felt compelled to post them due to the upcoming public release of her mother’s death certificate following her passing on the night of July 15, after enduring unbearable agony in my arms.

I haven’t selected the finest photos and videos yet from my camera roll as it’s too painful for me to do so at the moment. I sincerely regret that some of her friends might find out this way or via the media, but I just can’t go through her phone.

I’ve got to say, Jude was my beacon, my heart, and my closest confidant. The immense kindness and gigantic spirit of this petite soul has left an indelible mark on countless hearts. She’s shown unparalleled courage, often forgiving excessively, and her unwavering faith in the inherent goodness of people makes the world seem a bit less bright without her, almost unbearable.

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Loe, born in 1947, was among the initial actors in the musical Hair and later made her television debut in Ace of Wands in 1970. From 1977 to 1979, she was wedded to Richard Beckinsale, a popular comedic actor known for his roles as Lennie Godber in Porridge on BBC and Alan Moore in Rising Damp on ITV. Tragically, he passed away at the young age of 31 due to a heart attack in 1979.

My dearest Mama, I adore you immensely,” the couple’s 51-year-old daughter expressed on Instagram. “Ever since I discovered my father passed away at age five, this fear has haunted me. And yet, here I am. Oh, dear Mama… I’m truly sorry, so sorry. I can’t express enough how sorry I am.

Last week, Beckinsale, who is widely recognized for her roles in films like Pearl Harbor, The Aviator, Emma, Van Helsing, Serendipity and Jolt, shared a video of herself singing at Loe’s bedside in the hospital.

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2025-07-18 17:24