Cindy Williams, known for her roles in the comedy series Laverne and Shirley, has died aged 75. Her children, Zak and Emily Hudson, confirmed her death in a statement to The Associated Press on 30, it was revealed that Williams had died afterward. a brief illness on Wednesday, January 25.
“The passing of our wonderful, spiritual mother, Cindy Williams, has caused us infinite pain that could never be properly conveyed. It was a pleasure and an honor to know and love her. She’s unique, engaging and gifted, with a great sense of humor and bubbly attitude that everyone loves.”
Cindy Williams rose to fame after appearing in George Lucas’s comedy-drama American Graffiti and Francis Ford Coppola’s The Conversation. From 1976 to 1983, she was known as Shirley of the same name in Laverne & Shirley, opposite Penny Marshall.
Twitter reaction to Cindy Williams’ death
Following the announcement of Cindy Williams’ death, Twitterati paid their respects. Several users recalled Williams’ contributions to the entertainment industry and uploaded clips of her popular work over the years.
I have the honor to direct Cindy Williams in the independent film Stealing the Roses (with John Heard). She is talented, kind and very funny. RIP Cindy. ❤️🌹 pic.twitter.com/qzCMl0giQy
– Meg Foster (@TheMegFoster) January 31, 2023
George Lucas made a classic in 1973 with # American graffiti. Beautiful characters, legendary cast, amazing and unforgettable soundtrack #CindyWilliams like Laurie. So sad she died. This scene is cinematic gold: pic.twitter.com/QhvEk1BmZ3
– George Fabelman (@jorgegavila) January 31, 2023
Cindy Williams sued Paramount for $20 million.
Cindy Williams was born in Los Angeles, California on August 22, 1947. She made her debut as Lydia in My World and Welcome to It in 1970. Her other films include Barefoot in the Park, Drive, He Said, Room 222, and caution! Among his many films are The Blob, The Killing Kind, Hawaii Five-O, Cannon, Police Story, More American Graffiti, The Creature Was not Nice, When Dreams Come True and Tricks of the Trade. Williams told The Los Angeles Times in 1993 how she prepared for the roles that made her a household name:
“When you meet like-minded people, it’s fun and exciting to meet them. The attitudes of the characters reflect your own. Usually the characters you portray in sitcoms are close to each other. These are the rhythms in you that you really like. Good.”
Williams married Bill Hudson, her Room 222 co-star in 1982. They had two children, Emily and Zachary, before splitting in 2000. Cindy appeared on Laverne & Shirley in the seventh season and did not return. in the eighth season due to marriage and pregnancy. . She said on the Today show in 2015 that her contract required her to work until maturity.
“I figured I would come back and they would cover [the baby bump] under benches, sofas and pillows, but that’s not the case. When it came time to sign for that season, they made me work around my baby’s due date. “You know, I can’t sign this,” I commented. It goes back and forth and it is never resolved.
She filed a $20 million lawsuit against Paramount and the show’s producers, which was eventually settled. According to Us Weekly, Cindy Williams claims that despite being a celebrity, she stays true to herself because she comes from an “ordinary home”.
“I’ve been going through some weird times in my life. I was a hippie in my sixties. But overall, I’m pretty typical. At night, I like to walk around the house and turn off all the lights. when I start the hanger goes back to the dry cleaner so it can be reused.”
Professionally, she was recently seen as Luann on The Pack Podcast.
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