Life has taken American actress Loni Anderson.
Loni Anderson, Iconic Television Actress, Passes Away at 76
Loni Anderson, the American actress best known for her role as Jennifer Marlowe in the TV sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati and for her glamorous image and comedic talent, passed away on Sunday in a Los Angeles hospital. She was 76.
Anderson's death was confirmed by her spokesperson to U.S. media and Deutsche Presse-Agentur. The cause of her death has not been disclosed, but it is known that she had been battling a long illness.
Born on August 5, 1945, Anderson would have turned 80 on Tuesday. Her acting career spanned multiple decades, and she gained widespread recognition for her role in WKRP in Cincinnati from the late 70s to the early 80s. The sitcom earned her two Emmy nominations and three Golden Globe nominations.
In addition to WKRP in Cincinnati, Anderson starred in several TV shows and movies throughout the 1970s, 1980s, and beyond. Some of her notable works include appearances on TV shows like Happy Endings and TV movies such as Police Academy 3: Back in Training. She also starred alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger in the biographical film about Jayne Mansfield, "The Jayne Mansfield Story" in 1980.
Anderson's personal life was often as newsworthy as her career. She was married to Hollywood legend Burt Reynolds, and their marriage ended in a bitter custody battle over their adopted son. Many know Anderson as Reynolds' ex-wife.
As a cultural icon of the era, Anderson's death is a significant loss for the entertainment industry. She will be remembered for her talent, beauty, and the impact she had on television.
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Other notable roles Anderson took on during her career extend beyond TV shows like WKRP in Cincinnati. Her contributions to entertainment span movies-and-tv, including appearances in shows like Happy Endings and TV movies such as Police Academy 3: Back in Training.
