Maria O'Brien, renowned for her performances in the television shows 'Matlock' and 'Murhasta tuli totta', has died at the age of 75, as reported by Variety. She passed away on February 24, with no public information released regarding the cause of her death. O'Brien came from a successful entertainment family, with her father, Edmond O'Brien, winning an Oscar in 1954 for 'The Barefoot Contessa', while her mother, Olga San Juan, was a celebrated Broadway star.

Born in 1950, O'Brien had a remarkable career spanning six decades as both an actress and acting teacher. She is remembered for her roles in films like 'Smile' and 'Protocol', as well as her numerous television roles during the 1980s and 90s, including appearances in 'Matlock', 'Murhasta tuli totta', 'Lemmenlaiva', and 'Magnum'. Throughout her career, she shared the screen with many well-known stars such as Melanie Griffith, Angela Lansbury, Tom Selleck, and Goldie Hawn.

In the 1990s, O'Brien transitioned to teaching acting, contributing her expertise to soap operas like 'Days of Our Lives', 'Sunset Beach', and 'Passions'. Her passing marks the loss of a talented actress who had a significant impact on both television and film, leaving behind a legacy in the entertainment industry.