‘Beef’ and ‘Star Trek’ Star Patti Yasutake Dies at 70 After Cancer Fight

Veteran actress Patti Yasutake has died aged 70 following a “journey with cancer,” People confirmed, citing her manager and friend, Kyle Fritz.

“Patti was not only a client but a ‘chosen family member,’” Fritz told the magazine. “She was the very first actress I ever signed and a friendship of over 30 years ensued. It was an honor to know her, work with her and love her.”

According to People, Yasutake was born in California and immersed in the theater world, participating in many plays during her more than three-decade career.

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