Selma Archerd was an American actress who is best known for Lethal Weapon, Die Hard, and Scrooged. She was born on February 26, 1925, in Newark, New Jersey, and passed away on December 14, 2023, in Westwood, Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Selma was born as Selma Helene Fenning to Alter Harry Fenning and Charlotte Hurdus. She was married twice, first to Howard Martin Rosenblum, with whom she had two children, Richard and James. Later, she married Army Archerd, a prominent columnist, and was a stepmother to his son, Evan.
Career Highlights
Selma Archerd had a diverse acting career, appearing in various films and television shows across several decades. She is particularly recognized for her roles in the ‘Lethal Weapon’ series and ‘Die Hard’. Additionally, she made several appearances on popular TV shows such as ‘Cagney & Lacey’ and ‘The Love Boat’.
Death and Legacy
Selma Archerd died on December 14, 2023. She left behind a legacy of performances in both film and television, along with her contributions as a widow of Army Archerd and as a beloved mother and grandmother.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Mommie Dearest | 1981-09-16 | Connie |
| Indecent Proposal | 1993-04-07 | Auction Bidder |
| Die Hard | 1988-07-15 | Hostage |
| Live Wire | 1992-09-03 | Judge Blair |
| The Ladies Club | 1986-04-01 | Helen |
| Malibu | 1983-01-23 | Amanda Settles |
| Lethal Weapon | 1987-03-06 | Policewoman |
| Lethal Weapon 3 | 1992-05-15 | Officer Selma |
| Scrooged | 1988-11-22 | Mrs. Claus at Party |
| A Very Brady Christmas | 1988-12-18 | Mrs. Crane |
| Cagney & Lacey: The Return | 1994-11-06 | Joan Samuels |