Diane Delano, 'Northern Exposure' and 'Popular' Star, Dies at 67

The prolific character actor passed away at her Los Angeles home after a brief battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of over 40 years in film, television, and voice acting.

Diane Delano, best known for her roles as Officer Barbara Semanski on 'Northern Exposure' and Bobbi Glass on 'Popular,' died on December 13 at her home in Sherman Oaks, California, at the age of 67.
Her death was confirmed as a result of cancer, following a brief illness, according to her agent and close friend Stepfanie Kramer.
Delano's career spanned over four decades, with more than 130 acting credits across TV, film, and voiceover work, including roles in 'The Wicker Man,' 'Teen Titans,' and 'Batman: The Brave and the Bold.'
She received accolades such as an Indie Series Award for her role in 'Fumbling Thru the Pieces' and a Los Angeles Film Award for her ensemble work in the 2019 film 'Relish.'
Born in Los Angeles, Delano began acting as a child and was inspired by her family’s Hollywood roots, including her grandfather, actor John Merton.

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