[18], Peterson was twice married and had two children. She had a cute sense of humor [and a] love of history just a very, very cute person. GREAT NEWS! The cause of her death is currently unknown. Published: 10:14 EST, 7 July 2015 | Updated: 14:09 EST, 7 July 2015. Showing Editorial results for amanda peterson. In the beginning of her career, she used the name "Mandy Peterson", which was what friends and family called her. In their 20s at the time, the starlet starred as high school cheerleader Cindy Mancini, whom Patrick's character, Ronald, pays to pose as his girlfriend. Search above to list available cemeteries. This undated file photo shows actress Amanda Peterson in "Can't Buy Me Love." This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. After that, she co-starred as "Sunny Sisk" in the highly-rated and award-winning miniseries, "A Year in the Life." In 2015, Amanda Peterson's body was found lifeless in her home. Her father James confirmed to TMZ that they had become concerned when they didn't hear from her for a few days. Find a Grave, database and images ( https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/148760679/amanda-peterson: accessed ), In the video above, her family recalls finding out that Peterson was using heroin and meth, the rollercoaster of addiction and sobriety, how they discovered she was dead, and why they say she struggled in Hollywood. Part of HuffPost Entertainment. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. In the grungy images, the mother-of-two is all-but unrecognizable to fresh-faced Cindy Mancini, the Arizona cheerleader she played in 1987's 'Can't Buy Me Love' - a role that would make her a superstar. She made her stage debut when she was seven before starring in the musical film "Annie." Collect, curate and comment on your files. [8], In 1985, Peterson won her first starring role in the feature film Explorers. Even Petersons sister, Anne-Marie, did not know about what her sister had endured. Amanda started acting as a child. Access the best of Getty Images and iStock with our simple subscription plan. Amanda reportedly had several different prescription drugs in her system when she died including benzodizepines, opiates, phenothiazines, and marijuana. The deceased actress married twice and had two kids. Lindsay Kimble is a Senior Digital News Editor and the Sports Editor for PEOPLE Digital. Thats how photographer Ryan Hartsock describes the late Amanda Peterson, whom he worked with on a 2012 photo shoot that would turn out to be her last. Her dad said she had been suffering from 'several medical issues' over the past two years, includingpneumonia, sinusitis and sleep apnea. [7] After its release, Peterson and Dempsey obtained teen idol status and subsequently appeared on the covers of teen magazines such as Tiger Beat and Teen Beat. She was also prescribed Gabapentin for a hysterectomy she had. She added that her daughter suffered from depression and sleep apnea but did not have any major heart problems as far as she knew. She is survived by her husband David and their two children. [12][15] Shortly after graduating, she starred in the television movie Fatal Charm. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Amanda Peterson (148760679)? With a Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Peterson was later cremated. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. However, an autopsy and toxicology report released on Wednesday, September 3, 2015, revealed Amanda died from an accidental morphine overdose. 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WebPhotos of the Devastating Rains and Widespread Damage in California Inside the 2023 Golden Globes Afterparty, Where the Fun Lasted All Night Long From Rihanna and I even asked my mom for a white leather fringe jacket #RipAmandaPeterson,' wrote Sarah Michelle Gellar. 'She was a beautiful lady inside and out and I'm honored to have known her over the past few years. "[3] He also said that, in recent years, Peterson had had sleep apnea and bouts of pneumonia and sinusitis. speaks out against the above mentioned and. After briefly attending Middlebury College, she enrolled at Colorado State University for a year. Play it now! She was one of three children born to Sylvia and Dr James Peterson. She's been nominated for the ASME NEXT Awards for Journalists Under 30, and previously wrote for Us Weekly while on staff at Wenner Media. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. She began her film career aged nine as one of the orphans in Annie, having auditioned for and almost landing the lead role. She was the youngest of three children of her parents. James Peterson, and Silvia Peterson. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. The film became an instant classic among teenagers, much like many of the John Hughes movies of the same time period. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. [6] She also appeared in more than 50 television commercials. Amanda Peterson was born on July 8, in Greeley, Colorado. There was an error deleting this problem. Really any time that we were together she was a kindhearted, great person.. 'Its a big loss. Cant Buy Me Love star Amanda Peterson, who died of an accidental morphine overdose back in July, was harboring a horrific secret, the late The Tribunereported that her door was unlocked when officers arrived and found her dead inside the house about 6pm Sunday evening. WebPeterson was found dead by local police summoned to her apartment Sunday evening after the mother two was reported to have missed an appointment, the Greeley Tribune reported. WebActress Amanda Peterson, best known for her role opposite Patrick Dempsey in the 1987 movie Cant Buy Me Love, has died, her mother, Sylvia Peterson, said. 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She also appeared in episodes of Father Murphy, Silver Spoons, and played Sunny Sisk in the NBC drama series A Year In The Life. AMANDA PETERSON'S LAST PHOTO SHOOT: 'CAN'T BUY ME LOVE' STAR STILL STUNNING 8 YEARS AFTER LEAVING HOLLYWOOD. The world was shocked when 80s star Amanda Peterson was found dead in her Colorado home on July 5 at just 43 years old. Click here to see where you can watch. Actress Amanda Peterson, who was best known for her role opposite Patrick Dempsey in the 1987 teen movie "Can't Buy Me Love," has died at the age of 43, her father told TMZ. We raise awareness about these issues to help potential victims seek professional counseling and prevent anyone from getting hurt. She also got guest roles in "Silver Spoons" and "Father Murphy" and starred in over 50 TV commercials. WebThe former teen star, 43, died at her home in Greeley, Colorado this week where her body was reportedly lying undiscovered for days and a series of mugshots released Search instead in. 2023 BuzzFeed, Inc. All rights reserved. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? ", At the time of her death, Amanda's Can't Buy Me Love co-star Patrick Dempsey spoke out about the tragic loss. We also encourage everyone to report any crime incident they witness as soon as possible. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. A suspected drug abuse charge against her in May 2012 was dropped. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Police responded to Peterson's home to check on her during a well-being call after there was a report she had missed an appointment. WebAfter Amanda Peterson was found dead in her home on July 3, 2015, her mother suspected sleep apnea might have contributed to her death. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. PHOTOS: Stars gone too soon. We won't post to any of your accounts without asking first. Verify and try again. [4] At 11, she won a role in the musical film Annie as a dancing extra. It was Peterson's final onscreen role. WebAn autopsy to determine the cause of Peterson's death was scheduled by the Weld County coroner for July 6 and the results of the autopsy and toxicology tests were He added that she had, at one stage, been living in a house with mold issues, but that she had moved out around a year ago. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. That fall, Peterson enrolled at Middlebury College. "I think for her to carry the secret, this burden of the assault, must have just been overwhelming," says Anne-Marie. Before undertaking any course of treatment please consult with your healthcare provider. He also agreed she left the world too soon and sent prayers to her family. WebShe was also prescribed Gabapentin after a recent hysterectomy. Amanda later dropped out of college that year and returned to acting. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Doctors didn't find recent morphine prescriptions for Peterson. The tragic actress - who fled Hollywood in 1994 following the film 'Windrunner', having shot to fame as a teen rom com favorite - was found dead at her Colorado apartment on Sunday, aged 43. While on semester break, she appeared in a guest spot on Doogie Howser, M.D. Hartsock, of KR Productions/Twisted Pixels Photography, was behind the lens for Petersons motorcycle-chic shoot, in Greeley. I even asked my mom for a white leather fringe jacket #RipAmandaPeterson. Justin Bieber gets VERY cheeky as he shares Russian pro-war fanatic warns Britain could be 'wiped off the map', How it unfolded: Nepal's plane crash tragedy that claimed 72 lives, Bungling helicopter pilot blows over stadium roof injuring eight, BBC Breakfast celebrates forty years of hilarious bloopers, Motorists slowly drive down snowy hill in treacherous conditions, Ken Bruce will be joining the Greatest Hits Radio family in April, Royal Family will find it 'impossible' to compromise with Sussexes, As it happened: UK Government blocks Scotland's new gender law. Even early in her career she seemed to enjoy Colorado more than Hollywood, saying during one interview in 1987: 'I separate both of those lives also because Im from Colorado, so I have two different lives basically. She had been raped, Petersons mom, Sylvia, told the program, explaining that the man who assaulted her was more than twice her age. The coroner's office found high levels of Gabapentin in her body but concluded Peterson died from respiratory depression because of a morphine overdose. news.AmoMama.com speaks out against the above mentioned and news.AmoMama.com advocates for a healthy discussion about the instances of violence, abuse, sexual misconduct, animal cruelty, abuse etc. news.AmoMama.com does not take responsibility for any action taken as a result of reading this article. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. I know it brightened her day when she got all the emails and fan mail from everybody, he tells PEOPLE. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. The death of Peterson, best known for her role in the 1987 romantic comedy "Can't Buy Me Love," was the result of an accidental morphine overdose. Please fill in your e-mail so we can share with you our top stories! news.AmoMama.com does not support or promote any kind of violence, self-harm, or abusive behavior. Actress. Her part was supposed to be minor and largely background, but she gained notice with her delivery of just one line during the film's popular song 'Sandy'. She just felt so ashamed. is for general information purposes only. Hartsock, who worked with her on her last photoshoot, said she was kind-hearted and had the greatest smile. [3] In 1994, she returned to acting in the fantasy film WindRunner in a role alongside Jason Wiles. The photographer says the stars death was a shock, and that Peterson seemed in good health whenever he spent time with her. 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We collect and tell stories of people from all around the world. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. #RIP. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Her thought was shes beautiful how she is, and thats how we portrayed her, the photographer says. The life and sudden death of the Colorado teen star took everyone by surprise. She spent about three months in jail from September to December 2005. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. She is believed to have died on Friday, Onetime icon: Peterson, the star of the 1987 film Can't Buy Me Love (left), is seen in the 2012 shoot fashioned as a sexy biker chick and posing with a snake (right), custom cars and a motorbike, The images were taken by photographer Ryan Harstock, who said Peterson had no intention of posing up but then finally agreed, Peterson had not acted since 1994, when she last appeared in Windrunners, but none of her roles were as big as Cindy in Cant Buy Me Love, Peterson's father has suggested sleep apnea and other medical problems may have been contributory factors in her death, Final images: Peterson is seen in the photos striking sexy poses as she sits in cars and on motorcycles, Peterson's body was found at her apartment complex on July 5 after her family did not hear from her in days, Rock chick: According to the photographer of these images, Peterson agreed to be in the shoot so long as she was not heavily photoshopped and she wanted to choose the final photos. You have to be very well attuned to what your children are doing, what theyre saying, he said. The death of Peterson, best known for her role in the 1987 romantic comedy "Can't Buy Me Love," was the result of an accidental morphine overdose. [3] While the Greeley police did not comment on specific details due to an ongoing investigation, they said Peterson's apartment door was unlocked but there were no signs of foul play. She appeared in several more TV shows before landing a role in the seminal teen comedy 'Can't Buy Me Love.' Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. [3] She had two older siblings: a sister, Anne Marie and a brother, James, Jr.[4] Peterson began acting as a child and used the name "Amanda Peterson" in a professional capacity. We raise awareness about these issues to help potential victims seek professional counseling and prevent anyone from getting hurt. Try again later. [24] She was found dead at her home at age 43. But as Us Weekly revealed previously, her life following her stint as a Hollywood celebrity was peppered with arrests, some of which related to DUIs and narcotics. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. [21] From September to December 2005, she spent nearly three months in jail. Horoscope: What's in store for your star sign this week? Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Amanda Peterson's cause of death has been revealed. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. And while there was a lot of mystery at first as to what caused the death of the young actress, it has finally be revealed that the Can't Buy Me Love actress died of respiratory failure brought on by a "morphine effect" from an accidental drug overdose, according to TMZ, which cited the Weld County Coroner. Part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Powered by WordPress VIP. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. So many other tributes poured in for the beloved Amanda, whose painful death still hurts. "We all have to be more aware, and that doesn't diminish your love. It is funny you know, you spend 12 years of your life learning about things and about life, but they never really tell you how hard life really is. It is not known where her husband and children were over the weekend. Peterson was taking morphine at the time of her death; according to the report, she obtained the drug from a friend a week before she died. We believe that every person's story is important as it provides our community with an opportunity to feel a sense of belonging, share their hopes and dreams. One snapshot also showed her with a snake around her neck. ). This undated file photo shows actress Amanda Peterson in "Can't Buy Me Love." In a September 2015 interview with talk show The Doctors, Peterson's family revealed that she was raped at age 15 and had not disclosed it at the time. "[26], An autopsy to determine the cause of Peterson's death was scheduled by the Weld County coroner for July 6[2][4] and the results of the autopsy and toxicology tests were released on September 2, 2015. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Organize, control, distribute and measure all of your digital content. She didn't want people to know," says her heartbroken mom. However, when Amanda's autopsy and toxicology report was released months after her passing, it revealed the heartbreaking cause of the singer's death. We collect and match historical records that Ancestry users have contributed to their family trees to create each persons profile. Don't miss a beat. The Cant Buy Me Love actress was found dead at 43 in her Greeley, Colorado, home on Sunday. [14], where she appeared in a black box production of the Sarah Daniels play Masterpieces. 'She had some illness and a sleep apnea problem that may have contributed,' he said. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. This episode of The Doctors airs Monday. A year after, she starred in the teen drama "Listen to Me. Try again later. The Weld County Coroner named the cause of death accidental.. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. [3], Between October 2000 and May 2012, Peterson was arrested five times for the offenses of third-degree assault, harassment, DUI, and possession of drug paraphernalia and suspicion of distributing a Schedule 2 controlled substance. 'So here she is in her natural beauty as per her request,' Harstock posted to his Facebook page. Amanda slumped to new lows in the latter part of her life and was arrested five times between October 2000 and May 2012. Learn more about managing a memorial . Web"Can't Buy Me Love" star Amanda Peterson was found dead in her Colorado home Sunday, a tragic end for a former actress once considered a major up-and-comer in This browser does not support getting your location. The report concluded that she ingested a friend's morphine medication for an unspecified pain a week before her death. Year should not be greater than current year. In 1988, Amanda co-starred in the post-apocalyptic movie "The Lawless Land," produced by Roger Corman. The title was later changed to Can't Buy Me Love after producers secured the rights to The Beatles' 1964 song of the same name. For her work on Life she won the Best Young Actress Starring in a Television Drama Series prize at the 1988 Young Artists Awards. Historical Person Search Search Search Results Results Amanda Peterson (1869 - Unknown) Try FREE for 14 days Try FREE for 14 days How do we create a persons profile? McDreamy: Her most famous role was opposite Patrick Dempsey in the teen romantic comedy (above), in which she plays cheerleader Cindi Mancini. In 1986, 15-year-old Peterson was cast in the teen comedy Boy Rents Girl, opposite Patrick Dempsey. [16] Later that year, Peterson dropped out of Middlebury College. Do not sell or share my personal information. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. "nine-and-a-half", with the feature film. $19.99 1937 Year Collectible Vehicle Original Photos, She was also arrested on suspicion of distributing a Schedule 2 controlled substance. Phyllis Amanda Peterson (July 8, 1971 July 3, 2015) was an American actress, most known for her role as Cindy Mancini in the 1987 comedy film Can't Buy Me Love. In She had been raped," says Peterson's mom, Sylvia, in an exclusive interview with The Doctors airing Monday. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. This is a carousel with slides. "In my memory, she will always be vibrant and young," Patrick tweeted. Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. Countless celebs shared their sadness over Peterson's death on social media Monday. She was a great gal, he says. All content, including text, and images contained on news.AmoMama.com, or available through news.AmoMama.com is for general information purposes only. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. I want to stress why were here is to warn and counsel people, Amandas dad, James, explained during the program. Peterson's body was discovered at her home in an apartment complex in Greeley about 6pm Sunday after she had not been seen for two days. "I want to stress why we're here is to warn and counsel people. Her dad revealed she left the entertainment industry to chart a new course of life. Please try again later. [9] Later it was adapted into a television series of the same name and aired on NBC from 1987 to 1988. 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Grow your brand authentically by sharing brand content with the internets creators. Meanwhile, Dempsey said Amanda would always be vibrant and young in his memory. Sylvia said that despite Amanda's troubled past and history with drugs, she had been clean for a long time. With a natural beauty, powerful charm and a strong personality this talented and truly gifted actress began her The report noted Peterson had prescription medications present in her system when she died that included drugs for treating lung and heart disease, anti-psychotics, and an anti-anxiety medication. Big beginnings: At age 14 she starred alongside River Phoenix and Ethan Hawke in the sci-fi fantasy Explorers, which was both boys' film debuts. WebAmanda Peterson. These photos - obtained by The Daily Mail Online and believed to be the last professional shoot Peterson took part in - were taken in 2012, showing the former 80's bombshell in thigh-high leather boots posing with a snake and in different custom cars. Hartsock said the actress only stipulations were that the images werent photoshopped and that she got sole approval of which pictures were released to the public. [21] According to her father, she had previously struggled with drug issues, but was drug-free at the time of her death and had become "quite religious. She went on to appear in a few more films, including 'The Lawless Land' (1988), 'Listen to Me' (1989) and 'Windrunner' (1994) and had roles on TV in such shows and movies as 'A Year in the Life', 'Doogie Howser, M.D', 'Hell Hath No Fury', and 'Jack's Place'. Sylvia explains that Peterson was 15 years old when she was assaulted by a man more than twice her age. She was in bed, and shed had a wonderful day, and we were planning on a dinner the next day, Sylvia said of her daughter, so it was just a very, very big surprise.. 'She had some medical problems with her heart but we dont know the cause yet.'. After Amanda Peterson was found dead in her home on July 3, 2015, her mother suspected sleep apnea might have contributed to her death. Her death was due to accidental morphine overdose. Scene: The body of Amanda Peterson was found in her apartment in the 5100 block of 11th Street in Greely, Colorado, on Sunday night, after not being seen for two days. RIP Amanda Peterson,' said Scrubs and Clueless star Donald Faison. [2][21][23], During an interview with Entertainment Tonight shortly after Peterson's death, her mother stated that while her daughter had issues with drugs when she was younger, she believed her to be drug-free when she died and that her death "was not in any way a drug thing. After their divorce, she married David Hartley. "After [the rape], she became more defensive, less trusting, some of the sparkle was gone," adds Peterson's dad, James, explaining that his daughter refused to press charges. Amanda Peterson attends U2 Concert Party on November 21, 1987 at Jane Fonda's home in Malibu, California | Photo: Getty Images. The film was shot on location in Tucson, Arizona. WebAmanda Peterson was born on July 8, in Greeley, Colorado. Amanda Peterson Mugshot 2003 Peterson who was found dead at age 43 in Colorado on July 5 appears unrecognizable in her mugshots. Early days:She left Hollywood in 1994 (above in Can't Buy Me Love) and moved back home, later marrying her second husband David Hartley and having two children. 2023 Getty Images. Cremated, Ashes given to family or friend, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/148760679/amanda-peterson. Watch the heartbreaking interviews in the clip above. She's worked at PEOPLE for over seven years as a writer, reporter and editor across our Entertainment, Lifestyle and News teams, covering everything from the Super Bowl to the Met Gala. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Farm Heroes Saga, the #4 Game on iTunes. Prior to the autopsy results being released, Amanda's mother Sylvia told Entertainment Tonight that she had seen her daughter a few days earlier and saw no signs of her being sick, but later said she had various health issues, including sleep apnea. In the images, the actress, who left Hollywood in 1994, wears knee-high leather boots and a tank top, a bandana holding back her ponytail. In a chat with ET, her mom recalled their last day together, revealing she was in good spirits. According to the toxicology report, the actress had several prescription drugs in her system at the time of her death, including morphine. On July 3, 2015, Amanda was found lifeless in her home. In April 2012, she was arrested for the last time over a misdemeanor DUI and possession of narcotics equipment charge. Hartsock, who has been in touch with Petersons family, says they are absolutely having a hard time., If theyre going through anything close to what Im going through with phone calls, which Im sure on their end is 100 times worse, its awful, he said. WebHer mugshots show the actress almost unrecognizable, and in one picture, she has a black eye. [3], On July 3, 2015, Peterson was reported missing. WebAutopsy reports showed that Amanda Peterson died of an accidental morphine overdose at age 43 this past July, but her family says that doesn't tell the whole story of the secret Add to your scrapbook. It was a great time; people really enjoyed talking to her.. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. [3] Peterson later studied at the University of Northern Colorado. Part of the a360media Entertainment Group. Get to know more about Amanda's life and painful death. [19] She was first married to Joseph Robert Skutvik. [25] Her body was discovered on July 5 by police when her family became concerned after Peterson missed a scheduled family dinner. Tap into Getty Images' global scale, data-driven insights, and network of more than 340,000 creators to create content exclusively for your brand. The motorcycle-chic photoshoot took place in Greeley and saw her wearing knee-high leather boots and a tank top. That's more than the number of deaths from heroin and cocaine overdoses combined. Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. natural beauty, powerful charm and a strong personality this talented The coroner's office found high levels of Gabapentin in her body but concluded Peterson died from respiratory Later in 1989, Amanda headed back to her hometown, Greeley. [12] Released in the summer of 1987, Can't Buy Me Love received mixed reviews but became the sleeper hit of the summer. "I think it affected her forever.". 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Bill Cosby ADMITTED drugging woman for sex in 2005: Star Production assistant, 30, shot dead as she walked with her Famed producer Jerry Weintraub dead at 77. Therefore, she felt her death was not due to drugs. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Please reset your password. WebPhoto: Everett Amanda Peterson, the fresh-faced actress who made her mark in the 1987 movie Cant Buy Me Love, died unexpectedly in her sleep at the age of 43 on Sunday. Resend Activation Email. 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