The Nanny's Ann Morgan Guilbert dies


Ann Morgan Guilbert, who played Millie Helper on The Dick Van Dyke Show, has died from cancer.

Her daughter announced her passing to the Associated Press.

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Ann Morgan Guilbert. Photo: Getty Images.
Ann Morgan Guilbert. Photo: Getty Images.

Guilbert was most famous for her role as next-door neighbour Millie on The Dick Van Dyke Show. The series ran in the early 60s and made her a household name across America.

Ann played Millie on 'The Dick Van Dyke Show'.
Ann played Millie on 'The Dick Van Dyke Show'.

The actress is also best known for her portrayal as the hilarious Yetta in The Nanny, alongside Fran Drescher.

Ann as Yetta in 'The Nanny'
Ann as Yetta in 'The Nanny'

Most recently, the 87 year old appeared on TV shows, including Life in Pieces, Getting On and Grey's Anatomy.

Guilbert is survived by her two daughters, Hallie Todd and Nora Eckstein. Her late husband, Guy Raymond, died in 1997.

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