She reprised her character in the follow-up ABC comedy series spawned by the movie.
For her next movie, the 1988The Wash, Yasutake received an Independent Spirit Award Supporting Actress nomination.
Patti was my first client when I began over 30 years ago, Fritz said.
Patti YasutakeGetty Images
A memorial will be held atEast West PlayersAug.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a contribution be made to the theater company.
