Celebrated actress Loni Anderson, renowned for her role in the popular TV show 'WKRP in Cincinnati,' passes away at the age of 79.
Loni Anderson, the beloved actress best known for her role as Jennifer Marlowe in the iconic TV comedy "WKRP in Cincinnati," passed away on Sunday at a Los Angeles hospital at the age of 79.
Anderson's career took off with her role in "WKRP in Cincinnati," earning her two Emmy Award nominations and three Golden Globe nominations. Before this, she had small roles in film and television, including a debut in the 1966 film "Nevada Smith" and guest spots on shows like "S.W.A.T." and "Police Woman" in the 1970s.
After "WKRP," Anderson continued acting with a range of roles across film and TV. She starred as Jayne Mansfield in "The Jayne Mansfield Story," earning a Golden Globe nomination, and appeared in films such as "Stroker Ace" (1983) alongside Burt Reynolds, whom she later married. She also made guest appearances in series including "Melrose Place," "Easy Street," and the revival "The New WKRP in Cincinnati" in 1991.
Beyond acting, Anderson wrote a memoir, "My Life in High Heels," sharing her personal challenges and motherhood experiences. She was an advocate for COPD awareness, inspired by her parents' struggles with the disease, reflecting her commitment to health causes. Financially, Anderson invested in real estate, with property sales contributing to her estimated $12 million net worth.
Anderson was survived by her husband Bob Flick, her daughter Deidra and son-in-law Charlie Hoffman, her son Quinton Anderson Reynolds, her grandchildren McKenzie and Megan Hoffman, her stepson Adam Flick and wife Helene, and her step-grandchildren Felix and Maximilian.
A private family service is planned at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Morgan Fairchild, a fellow actress, expressed her sadness on platform X, while Loni Anderson spoke about her relationship with Burt Reynolds during the unveiling of a bronze bust at Reynolds' Hollywood grave site in 2021.
Loni Anderson's long-lasting impact on television and film will be remembered, and her legacy as a talented actress and advocate will continue to inspire future generations.
- Anderson's net worth, fueled partially by real estate investments, is estimated to have reached $12 million.
- Despite her success in entertainment, Anderson also showed commitment to health causes, notably advocating for COPD awareness due to her parents' struggles with the disease.
- Anderson's impact on the entertainment industry and her legacy as a talented actress will continue to have growth in inspiring future generations, much like the influence of pop-culture celebrities and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) institutions in shaping societal advancements.
