Judy Belushi-Pisano Dies: John Belushi’s Widow Was 73
Judy Belushi-Pisano, who was married to comedian John Belushi and had her own career as an actress and producer, has died at 73.
Her death was acknowledged on John Belushi’s official social media and by friends.
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The social media posts also saluted Judy’s involvement with The Blues Brothers, which Judy was developing into a television series, according to IMDb.
No cause of death has been revealed.
Judy met her future husband during high school in Wheaton, Illinois. They married in 1976 and were together until his death in 1982 from a drug overdose.
She later married film producer Victor Pisano in 1990.
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I just watched the documentary of my brother coming out this Sunday on Showtime. It ripped my heart out for Judy who I love so dearly, it ripped my heart out for my family who still deals with the ripples from this, and it ripped my heart out for John. I miss him so very much.
— Jim Belushi (@JimBelushi) November 16, 2020
Today, I am devastated by the passing of my friend Judy Pisano (Belushi). Her love for her husband John Belushi, his career, and his legacy was unmatched.
I have fond memories of working and hanging out with Judy and John. She was always kind to me and stayed in touch through… pic.twitter.com/c1boHu2Pmy— Stephen Bishop (@BishSongs) July 6, 2024
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