Dallas Star Annabel Schofield Dies at 62 After Cancer Battle

The Welsh actress and model publicly documented her two-year fight against the disease.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Actress and model Annabel Schofield, known for her recurring role on the soap opera Dallas, passed away at the age of 62 on February 28, 2026 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Schofield first revealed her diagnosis in 2023 and continued to share updates on her treatment and progress through social media and a GoFundMe page, until her final post in January 2026.

Why it matters

Schofield's public health journey highlighted the challenges many face in accessing and affording cancer treatment, especially as the disease progressed. Her story also shines a light on the difficulties of maintaining a career in the entertainment industry while dealing with a serious illness.

The details

Schofield was first diagnosed with cancer in late 2023 and underwent surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy over the next two years. While she initially shared positive updates about being in the clear, the cancer later spread to her brain, requiring additional treatment. Schofield continued to document her battle on social media and a GoFundMe page, where she expressed concerns about affording her care and living expenses.

  • In November 2023, Schofield started a GoFundMe page to raise funds for her cancer treatment and shared her diagnosis on social media.
  • In February 2024, Schofield announced she had completed two months of radiation therapy.
  • In June 2024, Schofield shared that her scans showed she was in the clear, though she continued to deal with side effects.
  • In June 2025, Schofield's GoFundMe page was updated to say the cancer had spread to her brain, requiring immediate chemotherapy.
  • In January 2026, Schofield shared that she had completed surgery, but was still waiting to find out if she needed more treatment.

The players

Annabel Schofield

A Welsh actress and model best known for her recurring role on the soap opera Dallas in 1988. Schofield also had a successful modeling career in the 1980s, appearing in campaigns for major brands.

John D. Schofield

Annabel Schofield's father, who was a movie producer.

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What they’re saying

“I'm cautiously optimistic that my life can now resume (albeit with a healthier diet).”

— Annabel Schofield (Instagram)

“All of this is compounded by the Christmas season and the fact that I'm alone most days and completely out of money. I don't know how I'm going to pay my rent at this point. I've been living incredibly frugally, but everything is so expensive and I'm panicking. I keep hoping for a miracle, but thus far, no miracle has occurred.”

— Annabel Schofield (GoFundMe page)

What’s next

Schofield's family and friends have not yet announced any public memorial or celebration of her life.

The takeaway

Schofield's story highlights the immense personal and financial toll that a cancer diagnosis can take, even for a successful entertainer. Her willingness to share her journey publicly provided a rare glimpse into the challenges many face in accessing and affording quality cancer care.