Cindy Williams, best known for her roles in the comedy films Laverne and Shirley, has died at the age of 75. Her children, Zak and Emily Hudson, confirmed her death in a statement to The Associated Press on the 30th. January, it was revealed that Williams later died. a brief illness on Wednesday, January 25.
“The passing of our funny, wonderful mother, Cindy Williams, has left us with an indescribable pain that can never be expressed. What a joy and honor it is to know and love her. She is a kind, engaging and giving person, with a great sense of humor and a sparkling 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 a household name as Shirley of the same name in Laverne & Shirley, opposite Penny Marshall.
Twitter reaction to Cindy Williams’ death
Following the announcement of Cindy Williams’ passing, Twitterati paid their respects. Several users recalled Williams’ contributions to the entertainment business and uploaded clips from her popular work throughout the years.
I have the honor to direct Cindy Williams in an independent film called 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 #MyGraffiti. Lovely characters, legendary cast, amazing and unforgettable soundtrack #CindyWilliams like Laurie. Very sad when she passed away. 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. Other films in which she starred include Barefoot in the Park, Drive, He Said, Room 222, and Beware! Among the 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 watch them. The attitudes of the characters reflect their own characteristics. Usually, the characters you portray in sitcoms are close to you. They are the rhythms inside you that you play very well.”
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 for the eighth season due to her marriage and pregnancy. She told the Today show in 2015 how her contract required her to work when it came due.
“I imagine I’ll be back and they’ll cover [the baby bump] underneath benches, sofas and pillows, but it’s not. When it came time to sign my contract for that season, they made me work on my baby’s due date. “You know, I can’t sign this,” I commented. And it repeats itself over and over again, 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 remains loyal to herself because she comes from an “ordinary home”.
“I went through some strange phases in my life. In the 1960s, I was a hippy. But, in general, I’m pretty typical. At night, I like to walk around the house and turn off all the lights. Sometimes I return the hangers to the dry cleaners so they can be reused.”
Professionally, she was most recently seen as Luann on The Pack Podcast.
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