Late Model Annabel Schofield Dies After Cancer Battle

Schofield revealed she wasn't 'out of the woods' with her cancer fight in final social media post.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Actress and model Annabel Schofield, known for her roles in shows like 'Dallas', passed away on February 28 at the age of 62 after a three-year battle with cancer that had spread to her brain. In her final Instagram post a month before her death, Schofield shared an update on her recent surgery and expressed uncertainty about needing further treatment, directing followers to a GoFundMe page for financial support.

Why it matters

Schofield's passing highlights the ongoing challenges faced by those fighting serious illnesses, especially the financial burdens that can accompany treatment. Her story also underscores the importance of open dialogue around cancer and the need for continued research and support for patients and their families.

The details

In her final Instagram post on January 20, 2026, Schofield revealed that she had recently undergone surgery but was not 'out of the woods yet.' She was waiting for test results to determine if she would need additional chemotherapy or radiation. Schofield also shared a GoFundMe link, noting that she was 'tired of asking for help but [had] no choice until [she could] get back to work.' The GoFundMe had raised over $34,000 of its $40,000 goal at the time.

  • Schofield was diagnosed with cancer three years prior to her passing.
  • She underwent emergency surgery on January 20, 2026, a month before her death.
  • Schofield passed away on February 28, 2026 in Los Angeles.

The players

Annabel Schofield

A model-turned-actress known for her roles in shows like 'Dallas', who passed away at the age of 62 after a three-year battle with cancer that had spread to her brain.

Melissa Richardson

The owner of the Take Two Agency, which represented Schofield early in her career. Richardson led the tributes, describing Schofield as a 'sweet little 17-year-old Welsh girl' who was 'directly loyal, caring, and above all, a raging beauty.'

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What they’re saying

“She never changed from the sweet little 17-year-old Welsh girl I first met. She was directly loyal, caring, and above all, a raging beauty. She knew her craft. She was the best.”

— Melissa Richardson, Owner, Take Two Agency

The takeaway

Annabel Schofield's passing is a tragic reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by those battling serious illnesses, both in terms of their health and the financial burdens that can accompany treatment. Her story underscores the need for continued research, support, and open dialogue around cancer and other life-threatening conditions.