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Good Morning America Honors Lara Spencer's Late Mother

2/18/2026

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The Good Morning America team honored Carolyn Von Seelen, the mother of Lara Spencer, co-anchor of Good Morning America, after her death on February 13, 2026, at age 85.
Carolyn was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, known for creativity and thriftiness.
She joined Spencer on adventures, including the World's Longest Yard Sale.
Spencer expressed hope that Carolyn is with family in the afterlife.

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The Good Morning America team honored Carolyn Von Seelen, the mother of Lara Spencer, co-anchor of Good Morning America, after her death on February 13, 2026, at age 85.
Carolyn was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, known for creativity and thriftiness.
She joined Spencer on adventures, including the World's Longest Yard Sale.
Spencer expressed hope that Carolyn is with family in the afterlife.