Jacqueline Falk, Daughter of ‘Columbo’ Star Peter Falk, Dies by Suicide

Jacqueline Falk, the daughter of late actor Peter Falk, known for his iconic role as Lieutenant Columbo, died by suicide on Monday, April 27, 2026. She was 60 years old.

Details of the Death

According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office, Jacqueline Falk died by hanging at a residence in Los Angeles Page Six reported. TMZ first reported the news on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

It remains unclear whether Jacqueline Falk left a suicide note according to Page Six.

Family Background

Jacqueline Falk, along with her sister Catherine, was adopted by Peter Falk and his first wife, Alyce Mayo, following their marriage in 1960 Page Six and People. Peter Falk married Shera Danese in 1977 after divorcing Mayo in 1976.

Public Life and Family Legacy

Jacqueline Falk largely remained out of the public eye. Her sister, Catherine Falk, is a private investigator who advocated for familial visitation rights after becoming estranged from their father, Peter Falk, near the end of his life.

Peter Falk passed away in June 2011 after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2009. His headstone reads, “I’m not here. I’m home with Shera,” referencing his wife, Shera Danese, who became his conservator during his illness Page Six.