Lynn Hamilton, best known for her role in “Sanford and Son,” died Thursday. She was 95.
Hamilton, who played Donna Harris on the beloved 1970s sitcom, died of natural causes, her former manager and publicist, Rev. Calvin Carson announced on social media.
“With profound gratitude and admiration, we celebrate the extraordinary life of iconic actress Alzenia ‘Lynn’ Hamilton-Jenkins, whose remarkable legacy continues to uplift and inspire,” the post read. “Her illustrious career, spanning over five decades, has left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, motivating audiences across the globe through her work as a model, stage, film, and television actress.”
Hamilton was “surrounded by her grandchildren, loved ones and caregivers.”
Hamilton was also known for her appearances on “The Waltons,” “Roots: The Next Generation,” NBC’s soap “Generations” and more.
She was the recipient of the NAACP Award, “a testament to her outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry,” the statement said.
