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Beloved Actress Maria O’Brien, Advocate for Alzheimer’s, Dies at 75

3/4/2026

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Maria O’Brien, a 75-year-old actress and acting coach, passed away.
She was born on August 14, 1950, to Oscar-winner Edmund O’Brien and musical star Olga San Juan.
O’Brien began her film career in 1975, appearing in notable films like Protocol and The Incredible Shrinking Woman.
She served as an acting coach for over 15 years on Days of Our Lives and advocated for Alzheimer’s research after her father's diagnosis.
O’Brien is survived by three children and a sister.

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Story summary

Maria O’Brien, a 75-year-old actress and acting coach, passed away.
She was born on August 14, 1950, to Oscar-winner Edmund O’Brien and musical star Olga San Juan.
O’Brien began her film career in 1975, appearing in notable films like Protocol and The Incredible Shrinking Woman.
She served as an acting coach for over 15 years on Days of Our Lives and advocated for Alzheimer’s research after her father's diagnosis.
O’Brien is survived by three children and a sister.