AceShowbiz - Actress Joan Benedict, who graced the screens and stages for decades, has passed away at the age of 96. Benedict succumbed to complications after a stroke at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles on June 24.

Over her illustrious career, Benedict played diverse roles, including in "Candid Camera" the original "Steve Allen Show" and soap operas like "General Hospital" and "Days of Our Lives". She also gave captivating performances on stage, notably portraying the late hotelier Leona Helmsley in a one-woman show.

Benedict's life was marked by both triumph and loss. Her marriages to actors John Myhers and Rod Steiger ended in their untimely deaths. She also shared a romantic bond with actor Jeremy Slate, who passed away in 2006. However, she expressed no regrets, recognizing the love and respect she received.

Benedict's comedic talents shone on "The Steve Allen Show", where she displayed her composure and ability to maintain a straight face during the show's infamous "Candid Camera" segments. She credited her training at the Rome Opera Ballet School and The Actors Studio for her exceptional acting skills.

Meanwhile, actor Doug Sheehan, best known for his role as Joe Kelly on "General Hospital" from 1979 to 1982, has passed away at the age of 75. Sheehan also graced the silver screen in films like "10" and "Victor/Victoria".

Sheehan's death was announced by the Kane Funeral Home, which stated that he passed away at his home in Wyoming with his wife, Cate Abert, at his side. The cause of his death was not disclosed.

Despite his contributions to film, it was on television that Sheehan made his mark. In addition to "General Hospital", he appeared on "Knots Landing" and played Cher's father on the "Clueless" TV show adaptation.

Born on April 27, 1949, in Santa Monica, California, Sheehan's first credited role was in a 1978 episode of "Charlie's Angels". Sheehan's career spanned both film and television. Despite having a brief filmography, his impact on television drama was significant.