“9-1-1: Nashville” Actress Isabelle Tate Dies At Age 23
on Oct 23, 2025
Isabelle Tate, A Young Actress Who Appeared In 9-1-1: Nashville, Has Died
The world is mourning the loss of actress Isabelle “Izzy” Tate following her death on October 19. She was 23 years old.
Tate’s talent agency, the McCray Agency, shared the unfortunate news of her death in a statement on Facebook. The Agency said they were “deeply saddened and completely heartbroken” to share that Tate had passed away.
The statement shared how Tate recently returned to acting. She booked the first role she auditioned for, landing a part on the new ABC series 9-1-1: Nashville. Tate appeared in the show’s pilot episode, which aired on October 9. She played a bachelorette party attendee.
“She had a wonderful time,” Tate’s agency said about her time on the show.
Tate’s agency also shared her obituary. The obituary details how much she loved volunteering, especially for causes helping animals. “Her idea of a fun outing was visiting an animal shelter and doling out lots of love,” the obituary reads.
Tate was described as being “full of fire” and “a fighter” who loved music, songwriting, and spending time with her family and friends.
She graduated from Middle Tennessee State University after earning a degree in Business. Her obituary says Tate always “wanted to change the world.”
Her survivors include her mother, Katerina Kazakos Tate; her stepfather, Vishnu Jayamohan; her father, John Daniel Tate; and her beloved sister, Daniella Tate.
Isabelle Tate Was Diagnosed With Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
In 2022, Tate opened up on Instagram about the fact that she had been diagnosed with “a progressive neuromuscular disease” at age 13, and that her legs would weaken over time. She used a wheelchair, as did her character in 9-1-1: Nashville.
After her passing, Tate’s representative, Kim McCray, confirmed with Entertainment Weekly that Tate had a rare form of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, otherwise known as CMT. McCray said that Tate “passed away peacefully” on October 19th.
McCray says Tate’s family has requested privacy “as they deal with this sudden and shocking loss.” Those who want to honor Tate may make a memorial contribution dedicated in her name to the CMTA, the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association.
Country singer Alan Jackson is one of the most notable public figures with CMT. He shared his diagnosis in 2021.
The Mayo Clinic describes CMT as “a group of inherited conditions that cause nerve damage.” The damage primarily occurs in the peripheral nerves in the arms and legs. Symptoms include trouble walking and the loss of feeling in the legs and feet.
The Mayo Clinic states that “Other complications may include trouble breathing, swallowing or speaking if Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease affects the muscles involved with those activities.”
About 9-1-1: Nashville
9-1-1: Nashville is a spin-off of the popular 9-1-1 franchise on ABC. It features an all-star cast, including LeAnn Rimes, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Jessica Capshaw, and Chris O’Donnell.
The ABC website describes the show as, “A high-octane procedural about heroic first responders, as well as their family saga of power and glamour set in one of America’s most diverse and dynamic cities.”
Country artist Kane Brown appeared as himself in the show’s debut episode. A tornado tore through Nashville in the episode, causing high winds that made Brown’s stage collapse.
New episodes of 9-1-1: Nashville will continue to air on Thursday nights on ABC. Entertainment Weekly reports that a memorial title card honoring Tate will be included on an upcoming episode.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Isabelle Tate’s family, friends, and co-stars during this devastating time. May she rest in peace…
