Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Chris Affleck, mother of Ben and Casey Affleck, dies at 83
Chris Anne Affleck, the mother of famous actors Ben and Casey Affleck, recently passed away at the age of 83.
She had been battling pancreatic cancer for several months and was given only six months to live after her diagnosis in December.
Despite her illness, she was able to attend her grandson's high school graduation just two days before she died.
Chris was known for her advocacy for civil rights and her work as a public school teacher for 35 years.
She is survived by her two sons and five grandchildren.
Chris Anne Affleck, mother of Ben and Casey Affleck, passed away on June 2, 2026, at the age of 83.
She died from pancreatic cancer, which she was diagnosed with in December 2025.
Chris was a public school teacher for 35 years and an advocate for civil rights.
She attended her grandson's high school graduation just two days before her death.
Chris is survived by her two sons, Ben and Casey Affleck, and five grandchildren.
- Who
- Chris Anne Affleck, mother of Ben and Casey Affleck
- What
- Passed away at the age of 83 from pancreatic cancer
- When
- June 2, 2026
- Where
- New York City
- Why
- After a battle with pancreatic cancer, she passed away peacefully in her sleep
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Public Interest
Public Announcement of Death
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The family chose to keep the death private for almost two months, respecting their privacy during a difficult time.
Public Interest
The public has a right to know about the passing of a notable figure and her contributions to society.
- Full Name
- Chris Anne Affleck
- Date of Birth
- 1942
- Date of Death
- June 2, 2026
- Cause of Death
- Pancreatic cancer
- Survivors
- Sons Ben and Casey Affleck, five grandchildren
- Occupation
- Public school teacher
- Notable Achievements
- Advocate for civil rights, taught literacy classes in Mississippi, marched against the Vietnam War