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‘All My Children’ Alum Dead at 84 After Tragic House Fire

Actor Paul Avery and his wife, Sheila, died in a house fire at their New Jersey residence. Avery's daughters described the tragedy as the biggest loss of their lives. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire.

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  1. All My Children Actor Paul Avery and Wife Killed in New Jersey House Fire

    Actor Paul Avery and his wife, Sheila, died in a house fire at their New Jersey residence. Avery's daughters described the tragedy as the biggest loss of their lives. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire.

    What's confirmed:

    • Paul Avery and his wife, Sheila, died in a house fire in New Jersey.
    • Avery appeared in All My Children.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Authorities are searching for answers regarding the fire.
    confidence 90%
  2. All My Children Actor Paul Avery and Wife Killed in New Jersey House Fire

    Actor Paul Avery, 84, and his wife, Sheila Garry Avery, died in a house fire at their New Jersey home. Avery was known for playing Hughie the bartender on All My Children and appeared in Superman. Their daughter confirmed the deaths.

    What's confirmed:

    • Paul Avery died at age 84 in a house fire.
    • Sheila Garry Avery died in the same house fire.
    • The fire occurred at their home in New Jersey.
    • Paul Avery appeared in All My Children as Hughie the bartender.
    • Paul Avery also appeared in Superman.
    • The couple's daughter confirmed their deaths.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Paul Avery was a pilot, veteran, and editor.
    confidence 90%