On April 27, the late actor Peter Falk’s daughter, Jacqueline Falk, passed away. The Columbo star’s adopted daughter died at the age of 60. As per reports, Jacqueline Falk took her last breath in Los Angeles. As stated by the Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s Office records, Jacqueline’s death has been ruled to be a suicide. She was the daughter of Peter Falk and his ex-wife, Alyce Mayo.
Alyce Mayo was actor Peter Falk’s first wife. The couple first met at Syracuse University. Following this, Alyce and Peter tied the knot in 1960. Together, they adopted two daughters, Jacqueline and Catherine. With their divorce, Peter and Alyce parted ways in 1976.
Alyce Mayo passed away in 2016 at the age of 85. She died in Los Angeles, California.
More about Peter Falk’s first wife Alyce Mayo
In her early years, Mayo lived and worked in NYC as an illustrative artist and fabric designer.
As mentioned in her Legacy.com obituary, Alyce was involved with the SAGES group at All Saints’ Church in Beverly Hills in her later years. She enjoyed gardening and traveling.
While she looked after her family, Mayo also pursued various endeavors that fulfilled her artistic passions. Activities like painting, decoupage, interior design, sewing, needlework, and music were Alyce’s interests. After she earned a Master’s degree in music, she became a piano teacher in the area and gathered many students.
After this, Alyce continued to lead a productive life surrounded by many friends and cherished relationships. As per Legacy.com, Alyce enjoyed daily walks, participated in SAGES (a senior arts group at All Saints’ Church in Beverly Hills), and spent time with her beloved dogs. An avid gardener, she loved to spend her time outdoors in nature. Alyce was a loving woman who dedicated herself to those in her life.
After separating from Alyce Mayo, Peter Falk got married to American actress Shera Danese in 1977.
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Edited by Sroban Ghosh