Loni Anderson Dies at 79 After Long Illness
Beloved “WKRP in Cincinnati” star Loni Anderson passed away following a prolonged illness, her family confirms.
LOS ANGELES — Loni Anderson, the iconic actress best known for her role as Jennifer Marlowe on the hit sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati, has died at the age of 79.
Her family confirmed that Anderson passed away peacefully after a prolonged illness. She rose to fame in the late 1970s and became a household name for her glamorous portrayal of the witty receptionist on WKRP in Cincinnati, a role that earned her multiple award nominations and cemented her status as a pop culture icon.
In addition to her television work, Loni Anderson starred in several films and made numerous guest appearances on popular shows throughout the 1980s and 1990s. She was also known for her high-profile marriage to actor Burt Reynolds.
Tributes have poured in from fans and former colleagues, remembering her talent, charm, and grace.
