Loni Anderson, TV Icon, Dies at 79

Loni Anderson, best known for her role as Jennifer Marlowe on 'WKRP in Cincinnati,' died in Los Angeles on August 3, 2025, at age 79 after a prolonged illness, just days before her 80th birthday. Anderson earned two Emmy nominations and three Golden Globe nominations for her performance, which was groundbreaking for women in comedy. Her highly publicized marriage and divorce from Burt Reynolds, with whom she adopted her son Quinton, drew significant media attention in the 1980s and '90s. She is survived by her husband Bob Flick, her children Quinton and Deidra, grandchildren, and stepfamily. Anderson was also known for her advocacy for COPD awareness, inspired by her parents' struggles with the disease. Her family announced her passing, and tributes from peers praised her wit, resilience, and enduring impact on television and pop culture.