Sad news for fans of the iconic sitcom, as Cindy Williams, beloved for her portrayal of Shirley on “Laverne & Shirley,” has passed away following a brief illness, per a statement from her family.
The entertainment world is mourning the loss of a beloved star, as Cindy Williams, best known for her role as Shirley on the hit series “Laverne & Shirley,” passed away at the age of 75 on Wednesday after a brief illness, according to her family.
Williams made audiences laugh alongside Penny Marshall’s Laverne in the classic sitcom.
The news was confirmed by Williams’ children’s spokesperson, Liza Cranis, in a statement to Fox News Digital.
“The passing of our kind, hilarious mother, Cindy Williams, has brought us insurmountable sadness that could never truly be expressed. Knowing and loving her has been our joy and privilege,” the statement reads.
Before her legendary role on “Laverne & Shirley,” Williams shone on the big screen in two classic films. She starred in George Lucas’ seminal 1973 film “American Graffiti” and also left a mark in Francis Ford Coppola’s critically acclaimed 1974 thriller “The Conversation.”