Quick Facts
Born:
1937-01-01
Birthplace:
Woodmere, Long Island, New York, USA
Credits:
38 Total Roles
Helen Siff
Acting
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Biography
Helen Siff (June 2, 1937 – December 18, 2025) was an American character actress. She was known for roles in numerous films including The Karate Kid (1984), You Don't Mess with the Zohan (2008), and Hail, Caesar! (2016). She was born in Woodmere, New York, on June 2, 1937. She died from complications of surgery in Los Angeles on December 18, 2025, at the age of 88.
Known For
The Karate Kid
Cashier
You Don't Mess with the Zohan
Mrs. Skitzer
Hail, Caesar!
Malibu Maid
Modern Family
Traveler
S.W.A.T.
Shirley
Married... with Children
Leona
Married... with Children
Leonna
My Name Is Earl
Waitress
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Good Trouble TV | Older Woman |
| 2017 | S.W.A.T. TV | Shirley |
| 2016 | Hail, Caesar! MOVIE | Malibu Maid |
| 2016 | The Wrong Roommate MOVIE | Margaret |
| 2015 | The Christmas Gift MOVIE | Magaret |
| 2013 | Mom TV | Nikki (voice) |
| 2009 | Modern Family TV | Traveler |
| 2008 | You Don't Mess with the Zohan MOVIE | Mrs. Skitzer |
| 2006 | The Lost MOVIE | Jane Pye |
| 2005 | My Name Is Earl TV | Waitress |