Who was Judith Belushi Pisano? Actress and renowned comedian John Belushi's widow passes away at 73

Popular actor and producer Judith Belushi Pisano has tragically passed away at the age of 73. Apart from being an actress who appeared in The Animal House and The Blues Brothers, she was also the widow of the comedian John Belushi.

As she passed away, a confirmation was posted on her social media account, with a few pictures of her. The statement from Judith Belushi Pisano’s family and team read:

“Today, our hearts are heavy as we say goodbye to our sweet Judy. Her unwavering dedication and creative genius alongside Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi gave birth to The Blues Brothers, a timeless testament to the power of music and laughter. In the years following John’s passing in 1982, Judy honoured his life and championed his legacy and Blues Brothers brand.”

The statement continued:

“As we bid farewell, we pledge to continue her work, ensuring that John’s legacy and The Blues Brothers will never fade. There was no one like her. Judy made everyone feel loved. She was nonjudgmental, light, funny, and pure. You could be truly yourself around her — that alone was a gift. The Belushi and Pisano families will carry your love in their hearts forever.”

On the other hand, according to The Martha's Vineyard Times, her son, Luke Pisano, also confirmed the news and stated that she passed away after a long battle with cancer, which was first diagnosed as endometrial cancer in 2020. Due to her worsening condition, she entered hospice in 2023. However, she passed away at her home, surrounded by her family.

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Judith Belushi Pisano married Victor Pisano after her first husband, John Belushi passed away

As Judith Belushi Pisano passed away, many remembered her as the widow of the famous comedian John Belushi. However, it is worth noting that she was married twice, first to John Belushi from 1976 till his passing in 1982 and then to Victor Pisano in 1990.

Judith Belushi Pisano is now survived by her four kids, Lucas Jacklin Pisano, Jessica S Pisano, Rebecca Pisano, and Vanessa Victoria Pisano. On the other hand, even after his death, Judith always spoke highly of John, as she once spoke to People Magazine in an interview conducted in November 2020, where she stated:

"John told me you should probably break up with me because I want to be an actor and I'll probably never make any money. But I always thought he'd do well."

As the popular producer and actor Judith Belushi Pisano passed away, many posts stormed the internet as fans and followers began remembering Judith for her work in the films. At the moment, the family has not yet revealed details about her funeral and memorial services.