‘Sanford and Son’ actress Lynn Hamilton dies at 95

(Gray News) - “Sanford and Son” actress Lynn Hamilton has died.

Hamilton died of natural causes on Thursday at age 95, according to her former manager and publicist, Rev. Calvin Carson.

Hamilton was “surrounded by her grandchildren, loved ones and caregivers,” Carson wrote in an Instagram post.

“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,” Carson wrote. “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 is best known for playing Donna Harris in “Sanford and Son.” She appeared in several films and Broadway productions, and also had roles in “The Waltons,” “Roots: The Next Generation,” “Generations,” and “Dangerous Women.”

“Her passing marks the end of an era, but her legacy will continue to inspire and uplift future generations,” Carson said.