Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and RoboCop 2 actress Galyn Gorg dies from cancer aged 55
- The talented actress, who had also starred in Twin Peaks and superhero drama M.A.N.T.I.S., died on Tuesday, July 14, just one day before her 56th birthday
- Her devastated family praised her ‘generosity, love and kindness’ as they confirmed her death on a GoFundMe page set up to help with funeral costs
- A statement read: ‘Galyn Gorg was and is a huge part of our family, she means so much to every one of us.
- ‘She was diagnosed with cancer throughout her entire body and lungs.
- ‘The doctors claimed she only had days maybe a week to live, and after remaining optimistic and praying for a miracle, she has sadly passed.’
- Galyn played Angie in 1990’s RoboCop 2 and Helena in the 1996 Fresh Prince of Bel-Air episode, Boxing Helena
Galyn Gorg, who shot to fame with roles in the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and RoboCop 2 has died from cancer aged 55.
The talented actress, who had also starred in Twin Peaks and superhero drama M.A.N.T.I.S., died on Tuesday, July 14, just one day before her 56th birthday.
Her devastated family praised her ‘generosity, love and kindness’ as they confirmed her death on a GoFundMe page set up to help with funeral costs.
Tragedy: Galyn Gorg, who shot to fame with roles in the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and RoboCop 2 has died from cancer aged 55 (pictured 2015)
A statement read: ‘Galyn Gorg was and is a huge part of our family, she means so much to every one of us.
‘She was diagnosed with cancer throughout her entire body and lungs.
‘The doctors claimed she only had days maybe a week to live, and after remaining optimistic and praying for a miracle, she has sadly passed.’
‘We were unaware of just how sick she was as the diagnosis was a shock to the entire family. We hastily bought tickets to Oahu without a second thought, as she was getting treatment there.
Rise to fame: Galyn played Nuke cult member Angie in 1990’s RoboCop 2 (above)
‘Since spending a great deal of time and money, we are now looking for donations for funeral services.
‘Any donation is greatly appreciated, even prayers! If possible please share, we want to send her off beautifully as her heart and spirit were filled with generosity, love, kindness, forgiveness, and compassion.’
Donations have already surpassed the $2,000 mark.
Galyn played Angie in 1990’s RoboCop 2, which broke her into the mainstream. and Helena in the 1996 Fresh Prince of Bel-Air episode, Boxing Helena.
Sassy role: Galyn appeared alongside Will Smith as sassy boxing instructor Helena in a 1996 episode of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (above)
Star: The talented actress, who had also starred in Twin Peaks and superhero drama M.A.N.T.I.S., died on Tuesday, July 14, just one day before her 56th birthday (pictured 1985)
She last appeared on screen in 2019’s A Christmas Princess.
She stars in upcoming film Teller’s Camp, alongside Olivia Olson and Megan Ward, set for release in early 2021.
The star was born in Los Angeles, California and began her career in entertainment in youth theatre.
She began a career as a dancer and appeared on Italian variety shows Fantastico and SandraRaimondo Show.
Her other notable screen appearances include as Helen of Troy in Xena: Warrior Princess in 1996, and a guest role in 1995’s Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.
Her stellar roster of television appearances continued into her later life, with the star appearing in hit shows including CSI: Miami, Lost, Parks & Recreation and How To Get Away With Murder.