Paula Robertshaw
| Paula Robertshaw | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 19, 1954 New York City, U.S. |
| 💀Died | December 16, 2022 (aged 68) Paris, FranceDecember 16, 2022 (aged 68) |
| 💼 Occupation | Actress, model and singer |
| 📆 Years active | 1957–2022 |
| 👩 Spouse(s) | Charlie Quinn (m. 1977–2004) |
| 👶 Children | Kate Quinn (born on 1978) Heidi Quinn (born on 1983) Charlie Quinn Jr. (born on 1987) Toby Quinn (born on 1991) |
Paula Robertshaw (born April 19, 1954 – December 16, 2022) is a American actress, model and singer who is best known for Minnie in The Electric Company and Sally the Science Alien in Unique New York franchise until replaced by her daughter, Kate. Robertshaw is the daughter of TV writer Bob Robertshaw (1927–2000) and actress Sharon Carter (1929–2022) In December 2003, She diagnosed with epilepsy before her death cause epileptic seizure and pneumonia on December 16, 2022.
Death[edit]
On Decmeber 16, 2022, Robertshaw, aged 68, was found unresponsive at Paris, France. Authorities were called, and she was pronounced dead at the scene. According to a statement made by Robertshaw's family, Robershaw died in her sleep "due to a seizure which was a result of an ongoing medical condition for which she was being treated". An autopsy was performed, but release of a cause of death was deferred pending further investigation. On December 19, 2022, Robertshaw's family confirmed that her death was caused by an epileptic seizure and that Robertshaw was previously diagnosed with epilepsy. The autopsy results were released by the Necker–Enfants Malades Hospital on December 29, 2022, confirming Robertshaw's cause of death was due to sudden unexpected death in epilepsy. Her body was cremated and her ashes were returned to her family.
Filmography[edit]
Films[edit]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Some Days Are Better Than Others | Sally the Science Alien | with Paula Robertshaw |
| Some Enchanted Evening | |||
| The Mooche | |||
| 1979 | Your Name Is Born | ||
| 2009 | Remembering, Davina | ||
| 2022 | Victoriously | Lillian | Voice dubbed by Victoria Dumont; final film role |
Episodic[edit]
| Show | Title | Released Date | Filming Date | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Letter People | Meet Mister Q | May 2, 1978 | May 20, 1977 | Sally the Science Alien |
| The Story of Mister Q and Mister K | October 6, 1978 | July 1, 1977 | ||
| The ING Sounds | December 30–31, 1978 | December 30–31, 1977 |
Season Filmography of Unique New York[edit]
| Season | Releases |
|---|---|
| Season 9 | May 2 –
September 24, 1978 |
| Season 10 | October 7, 1978 –
May 28, 1979 |
| Season 11 | June 1 –
September 25, 1979 |
| Season 12 | October 12, 1979 –
April 30, 1980 |
| Season 13 | May 12 –
September 30, 1980 |
| Season 14 | October 1, 1980 –
April 28, 1981 |
| Season 15 | May 11 –
September 30, 1981 |
| Season 16 | October 8, 1981 –
April 29, 1982 |
| Season 17 | May 8 –
September 27, 1982 |
| Season 18 | October 13, 1982 –
April 26, 1983 |
| Season 19 | May 12 –
September 27, 1983 |
| Season 20 | October 11, 1983 –
April 20, 1984 |
| Season 21 | May 12 –
September 27, 1984 |
| Season 22 | October 12, 1984 –
April 27, 1985 |
| Season 23 | May 10 –
September 28, 1985 |
| Season 24 | October 11, 1985 –
April 22, 1986 |
| Season 25 | May 12 –
September 30, 1986 |
| Season 26 | October 12, 1986 –
April 27, 1987 |
| Season 27 | June 2 –
September 27, 1987 |
| Season 28 | October 10, 1987 –
April 30, 1988 |
| Season 29 | May 12 –
September 28, 1988 |
| Season 30 | October 13, 1988 –
April 30, 1989 |
| Season 31 | May 12 –
September 28, 1989 |
| Season 32 | October 12, 1989 –
April 28, 1990 |
| Season 33 | May 12 –
September 28, 1990 |
| Season 34 | October 12, 1990 –
April 28, 1991 |
| Season 35 | May 12 –
September 29, 1991 |
| Season 36 | October 11, 1991 –
April 28, 1992 |
| Season 37 | May 12 –
September 29, 1992 |
| Season 38 | October 12, 1992 –
April 28, 1993 |
| Season 39 | May 12 –
September 30, 1993 |
| Season 40 | October 10, 1993 –
April 30, 1994 |
| Season 41 | May 12 –
September 30, 1994 |
| Season 42 | October 10, 1994 –
April 28, 1995 |
| Season 43 | May 12 –
September 28, 1995 |
| Season 44 | October 12, 1995 –
April 28, 1996 |
| Season 45 | May 12 –
September 28, 1996 |
| Season 46 | October 13, 1996 –
April 30, 1997 |
| Season 47 | May 12 –
September 28, 1997 |
| Season 48 | October 12, 1997 –
April 28, 1998 |
| Season 49 | May 2 –
September 28, 1998 |
| Season 50 | October 10, 1998 –
April 30, 1999 |
| Season 51 | May 12 –
September 30, 1999 |
| Season 52 | October 12, 1999 –
April 28, 2000 |
| Season 53 | May 2 –
September 28, 2000 |
| Season 54 | October 11, 2000 –
April 28, 2001 |
| Season 55 | May 11 –
September 30, 2001 |
| Season 56 | October 11, 2001 –
December 31, 2001 |
Tributes[edit]
Paula Robertshaw Tribute Party[edit]
On December 17, 2022, Kate Robertshaw officially announced dedicate to her mother's memory. The following day, Robertshaw recorded his last dialogue for the characters for an Christmas 2022 episode. Following the taping, the cast and crew moved next door to the Museum of the Moving Image for a private retirement party in Robertshaw's honor.
