Remembering Marcia Ann Burrs, the actress known as Hallmark's Mrs. Claus & for roles on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. She was 85.
- March 25, 2026
AceShowbiz - Marcia Ann Burrs, a seasoned character actress best known for playing Mrs. Claus in two Hallmark Christmas movies and for a notable role on It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22, in Matthews, North Carolina. She was 85 years old.
The family announced her passing but did not specify a cause of death. They emphasized that she died surrounded by loved ones in a calm and peaceful manner.
Marcia Ann Burrs had a lengthy career marked by numerous television appearances spanning from the late 1980s to more recent shows. Her TV credits include roles on The Slap Maxwell Story in 1988, and later appearances on series such as Young Sheldon, Angie Tribeca, and Grace and Frankie in 2017.
In addition to her television work, Burrs appeared in feature films like Rob Reiner’s Rumor Has It... (2005) and Sofia Coppola’s The Bling Ring (2013), showcasing her versatility as a character actress.
Her role as Mrs. Claus in the Hallmark holiday movies remains one of her most cherished and recognizable performances, endearing her to fans of seasonal television specials. Meanwhile, her memorable guest spot as the high school girlfriend of Frank Reynolds, played by Danny DeVito on It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia, highlighted her ability to leave a lasting impression even in brief roles.
Marcia Ann Burrs leaves behind a legacy of steady and impactful work across television and film that spanned nearly three decades.