Performer Brenda Vaccaro steps in for Valerie Harper

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Performer Brenda Vaccaro steps in for Valerie Harper

The 75-year-old Harper, who has battled cancer, was hospitalized last Wednesday before an evening performance.

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Published: Mon 3 Aug 2015, 12:00 AM

Last updated: Mon 3 Aug 2015, 8:27 AM

Performer Brenda Vaccaro will replace Valerie Harper in a play in Maine as Harper recovers from an illness and brief hospitalization.
The Ogunquit Playhouse said in a release Saturday night that Vaccaro will step into the role of Millicent Winter in the production of Nice Work If You Can Get It, which is playing through August 15.
The 75-year-old Harper, who has battled cancer, was hospitalized last Wednesday before an evening performance. York General Hospital says she was released on Thursday.
Playhouse officials say Harper is "feeling great right now" and they want her to continue resting and spending time with her family.
Vaccaro has received an Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, the People's Choice Award, and the Theater World Award. She's also received Academy Award and Tony Award nominations.


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