Helen Siff

Biography

Helen Siff (June 2, 1937 – December 18, 2025) was an American character actress. She was known for roles in numerous films including The Karate Kid (1984), You Don't Mess with the Zohan (2008), and Hail, Caesar! (2016). She was born in Woodmere, New York, on June 2, 1937. She died from complications of surgery in Los Angeles on December 18, 2025, at the age of 88.

Known For

The Karate Kid

as Cashier

You Don't Mess with the Zohan

as Mrs. Skitzer

Hail, Caesar!

as Malibu Maid

Modern Family

as Traveler

Scrubs

as Patient

S.W.A.T.

as Shirley

Married... with Children

as Leona

Married... with Children

as Leonna

My Name Is Earl

as Waitress

Curb Your Enthusiasm

as Weinblatt's Mother