Suzanne Somers’ Beautiful Granddaughters Have Heartwarming Memories Of Her Before She Passed Away

Oct 18, 2024

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Suzanne Somers was an American actress, author, and businesswoman who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Her life story is one of resilience, determination, and triumph over adversity. From her early struggles to her rise to stardom, Suzanne’s journey is a testament to the power of hard work and perseverance. Suzanne tragically passed on Oct.15, 2023, after a long battle against breast cancer, just one day shy of what would have been her 77th birthday. However, there’s no doubt her star will continue to shine as brightly as her famous smile.

Suzanne's journey in the entertainment industry began in the late 1960s when she moved to California. She first worked as a model, appeared in small television roles, and even had a brief stint as a prize model on the game show "Anniversary Game." Her career reached new heights when she was cast as Chrissy Snow in the popular television series "Three's Company" in 1977. Her portrayal of the lovable, somewhat naïve blonde character made her a household name and catapulted her to stardom. Her comedic timing and charm endeared her to audiences, and the show's success contributed significantly to her career.

While "Three's Company" brought Suzanne fame and fortune, it also led to professional challenges. In 1980, she demanded a significant pay raise, leading to a highly publicized contract dispute with the show's producers. Ultimately, Suzanne was written out of the series.

Suzanne’s beauty has been passed down to her only child, Bruce Somers Jr., and eventually to his two beautiful daughters, who have fond memories of her before her tragic passing. Keep reading to learn more about Suzanne, Bruce Jr., and her beautiful granddaughters. 

In April 2000, Suzanne was diagnosed with breast cancer. She had a lumpectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a lump in the breast to remove her cancer, usually followed by rounds of radiation therapy. However, Suzanne opted to forgo chemotherapy despite her doctor’s recommendations. Instead, she used a fermented mistletoe extract called Iscador.

While Suzanne was beloved by many for her appearances in film and television, her statements about various medical subjects made her a polarizing and controversial figure. She interviewed 16 practitioners of bioidentical hormone therapy for her book “Ageless: The Naked Truth About Bioidentical Hormones,” but also used her platform to highlight the Wiley Protocol. Author T. S. Wiley devised and advocated for the protocol, which claims to relieve the symptoms of menopause and increase overall health by using rhythmic doses of standardized hormones.

According to WebMD, Suzanne took Iscador to boost her immune system. Suzanne’s publicist, Sandi Mendelson, explained that this was a “personal decision” for the star. “Ms. Somers is absolutely adamant that she is not advocating this treatment for anyone,” Mendelson said. “She really urges women to consult their own doctors before pursuing any alternative treatments.”

Jeffrey White, director of cancer, complementary and alternative medicine at the National Cancer Institute, explained how there wasn’t enough information about the mistletoe extract in 2001, which was when Suzanne was taking it, to know if it really worked. “The information about Iscador is just too preliminary to make any recommendations about its effectiveness,” he said. “There is no clinical trial comparing Iscador to conventional treatments.”

During an interview with People in June 2020, Suzanne talked about an injury she suffered. “I had a setback this year that I had never experienced – I fractured my hip,” she said. The private tram to her house in Palm Springs stopped halfway up the tall hill, resulting in Suzanne having to jump out. “It was dark and I landed very badly,” she explained. The actress yearned to be able to move and exercise again, as it was something she had been used to doing frequently to help with aging. “We don’t have to fall apart as we age,” Suzanne said.

“Find a movement protocol that turns you on. If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it.”

Suzanne had another accident that same year. According to TODAY, Suzanne and Hamel both fell down the stairs in their home. Although Hamel wasn’t injured, Suzanne hurt her neck and required surgery to fix it. “The moment the surgery was complete the neck and shoulder pain she had experienced slowly went away and the only residual pain is from the surgery itself, which is now dissipating,” Hamel said.

Suzanne left behind three granddaughters, Camelia Somers, Violet Somers and Daisy Hamel-Buffa. Camelia was born on Oct. 2, 1995, and became an actress, just like her grandmother. She first started out as an intern for “The Bold and the Beautiful,” before making the jump in front of the camera on the same daytime soap opera. Camelia is no stranger to sharing her life with the public, as the star is a pro at using social media to keep her fans updated on what she’s up to.

Days after her passing and on her supposed 77th birthday, Camelia shared a heartwarming tribute to her grandmother, who she endearingly called “Zannie.” 

“Zannie was the first person to ever meet me — a recollection that my mom has often argued after growing me for nine months, but I’m sure will now let slide,” she wrote on Instagram. “Our first meeting was Zannie’s favorite story to tell. My mom birthed me cesarean, and while I was still partially inside my mom’s tummy, the doctor said, ‘Suzanne, would you like to meet your granddaughter?” 

In a 2021 photo that Suzanne shared on her Instagram account, many fans pointed out that Camelia closely resembled her grandmother; some even said they looked like twins. 

“Who wears short shorts? Twinning with my granddaughter,” the elder Somers captioned her post. “I have always told the kids, ‘I’m a different kind of grandmother!’” Camelia posted the same photo with the caption: “Didn’t expect to twin with my grandma when I threw on these shorts this morning. SHE’S HOT!!!!

Suzanne’s legacy lives through her granddaughters. Violet, her younger granddaughter who turned inherited Suzanne’s innate charm and talent as she pursued acting. 

Months after Suzanne’s passing, Violet revealed to Access Hollywood that she wrote a letter for her grandmother, asking her to visit her as a yellow butterfly. Lo and behold, days after, a black and yellow “museum-level” butterfly passed by her as she walked out of her house. 

The two also shared heartwarming stories about their time with their grandmother, whom they recalled being very supportive, encouraging, and loving to give gifts. 

"If you were good at something, in her mind, you were the best. I grew up doing musical theater. We were all showing her a video of Lady Gaga and she looked at me and she said, 'You're better'” Camelia fondly remembered. 

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