Annabel Schofield Passes Away at 62
Annabel Schofield died at the age of 62 after battling brain cancer, a condition she had been fighting since her first surgery in 2023. Her family confirmed her death, marking the end of a notable career that spanned decades in the fashion and entertainment industries.
Born on September 4, 1963, in Llanelli, Wales, Schofield rose to international prominence as a model in the 1980s, working with major fashion brands such as Yves Saint Laurent and Versace. She became a household name after portraying Laurel Ellis in twelve episodes of the television series Dallas, starting in 1988.
Schofield’s career was not limited to acting; she was also a successful model, known for her striking presence in campaigns, including a Bugle Boy Jeans commercial that gained her international recognition. Melissa Richardson, a fellow model, noted, “She was one of David Bailey’s favorites and appeared in countless shoots for Italian Vogue.”
In addition to her modeling and acting, Schofield founded her own production company, Bella Bene Productions, and authored a semi-autobiographical novel titled The Cherry Alignment.
Her health struggles began with surgery for cancer in 2023, and she restarted chemotherapy in November 2025 after the disease spread to her brain. In early 2026, she underwent surgery to remove a mass from her nasal cavity, but her condition continued to deteriorate.
Schofield is survived by her mother; her father and sister predeceased her. Fans of Dallas will remember her fondly, with many expressing their condolences online. One fan remarked, “Rest in peace, Annabel Schofield. Fans of Dallas will remember Annabel as Laurel Ellis in 1988.”
As the fashion community mourns her loss, details remain unconfirmed regarding any upcoming tributes or memorials planned in her honor.