'WKRP In Cincinnati' Star Loni Anderson Dead At Age 79

Posted • August 4, 2025: Loni Anderson, the vivacious blonde actress best known for her role on 'WKRP in Cincinnati,' has died. She was 79 years old. —— Loni Anderson, who played the savvy, high-heeled receptionist Jennifer Marlowe on 'WKRP in Cincinnati,' died on Sunday, according to AP. She was 79. Anderson died at a hospital in Los Angeles after a battle with a 'prolonged' illness, according to her publicist, Cheryl J. Kagan. 'We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our dear wife, mother and grandmother,' Anderson’s family told AP in a statement. Anderson was born in St. Paul, MN to parents Carl, a chemist, and Maxine, a model. She attended Alexander Ramsey High School and later the University of Minnesota. —— Another icon of Gen X youth is gone. 😢 It's been a rough couple of weeks for Gen X. A very beautiful and talented woman, I loved WKRP in Cincinnati, one of my favorite all-time shows! RIP Lonnie. 🙏🏻 The Thanksgiving 'Turkey drop' episode is a classic.

Anderson made her acting debut in 1966 with Steve McQueen in 'Nevada Smith,' the the film -- and her career -- didn't gain much traction early on. In the 1970s, Anderson made guest appearances on several shows including 'S.W.A.T.,' 'Barnaby Jones,' 'The Love Boat,' and 'Fantasy Island.' (…)

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