‘9-1-1: Nashville’ Actress Isabelle Tate Passes Away at 23 – Cause of Death Revealed

Isabelle Tate, the 23-year-old star of 9-1-1: Nashville, has died from a rare neurological disorder. The actress passed away on October 19, her representative confirmed to Entertainment Weekly.

Tate’s agent, Kim McCray of The McCray Agency, said in an email, “Isabelle ‘Izzy’ Tate had a rare form of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. She passed away peacefully. The family requests privacy as they deal with this sudden and shocking loss.”

McCray also noted that the family asks for donations to be made to the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association in Tate’s memory, instead of sending flowers.

Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, or CMT, is a hereditary condition that causes nerve damage, mainly in the arms and legs, according to the Mayo Clinic.

It can lead to symptoms such as numbness, weakness, tingling, muscle loss, pain, and foot deformities. Some patients also experience problems with balance or other automatic functions. While there is no cure, treatments like physical therapy, orthopedic devices, surgery, and medications can help manage the symptoms.

Tate appeared in the pilot of 9-1-1: Nashville, which aired on October 9. The show is a spin-off of the original 9-1-1 series and stars Chris O’Donnell, Jessica Capshaw, and country singer LeAnn Rimes.

In her obituary, Tate was remembered as “full of fire, a fighter, never once making excuses for the fact that she might have a disability relative to others. She was also quite musically inclined, often spending hours writing and recording songs with friends and even publishing a few.”

Country star Alan Jackson has also been publicly open about his experience with CMT, revealing in 2021 that he had the disease and announcing plans for his final concert in 2026 due to health concerns.

Tate’s sudden passing has shocked fans and colleagues alike, who remember her for her talent, determination, and creative spirit. Her family and fans are now honoring her memory while raising awareness about Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.

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