Share The widow and mother-of-four also revealed her family were overwhelmed by the outpouring of support following Mike's passing less than two weeks ago. 'I knew he was loved, but had no idea how much,' said Helena, adding, 'The beautiful words relayed by so many people mean the world to us.' Peaceful: Helena told Woman's Day that the 71-year-old TV veteran 'quietly slipped away' with his family by his side Bailey married Helena, also known as 'Miss Helena' from Romper Room, in 1986. They remained together for 35 years until his death Mike and Helena married in 1986, after meeting at a Channel 7 telethon in 1981 and subsequently falling in love.