Mary Tyler Moore was an American actress and television producer, best known for her role as Mary Richards on the iconic TV show The Mary Tyler Moore Show, which aired from 1970 to 1977. The series was groundbreaking for its portrayal of a single woman working in a male-dominated newsroom, and it received numerous awards, including several Emmy Awards. In addition to her television success, Moore starred in films such as Ordinary People and Thoroughly Modern Millie. She was also a prominent advocate for diabetes research, having been diagnosed with the condition herself. Moore's contributions to entertainment and philanthropy have left a lasting legacy.