Mary Tyler Moore was a beloved American actress and producer whose career spanned half a century. She is best remembered as Mary Richards, the perky Mary-next-door in the classic sitcom The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Mary’s character was an independent single woman who had her own career and was not defined by her relationship status. Mary Tyler Moore also starred in many other popular shows and films throughout her career, such as The Dick Van Dyke Show and Ordinary People. Her comedic timing, charm, and charisma endeared her to audiences worldwide. Mary Tyler Moore was also an outspoken advocate for animal rights and for diabetes research after she herself was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at age 33. In 1981 she founded the Mary Tyler Moore & Robert Levine Charitable Foundation which focuses on establishing better treatments for diabetes as well as providing support for its victims. Mary Tyler Moore passed away on January 25th, 2017 at the age of 80 due to complications from pneumonia. Her legacy lives on through her indelible mark on Hollywood and through her charitable foundation that continues to help people around the world living with Type 1 Diabetes today.
