Linda Lavin, the acclaimed actress and singer, died on Dec. 29, 2024, at 87. She was perhaps best known for her role in the sitcom “Alice.”
Cause of Death
Lavin’s death was due to complications from the recently diagnosed lung cancer.
Career Highlights
Lavin, who was born on Oct. 15, 1937, had a career that spanned theater, television, and film. She started on Broadway in the 1960s, receiving her first Tony nomination in 1970. She became widely known for her role as Alice Hyatt in the CBS series Alice, which ran from 1976 to 1985 and won her two Golden Globe Awards.
After “Alice,” Lavin returned to Broadway, earning a Tony Award win in 1987 for “Broadway Bound.” She logged several Tony nominations during her career. Her television credits included roles in “The Sopranos,” “The O.C.” and “The Good Wife.”
Recent Activities
Even while she was ill, Lavin continued to work. She was at the premiere of her Netflix show, “No Good Deed,” on Dec. 4, 2024. She had also recently started shooting a new Hulu comedy series, “Mid-Century Modern.”
Personal Reflections
To Lavin, acting is a vehicle for self-discovery and emotional exploration. She once said that acting is showing herself through someone else’s creation.
Survived By
Her husband, Steve Bakunas, survives Lavin.
