The sad news that Loni Anderson, who was one of the stars of “WKRP in Cincinnati”, had passed away broke recently. Naturally, many of her loved ones, industry colleagues, and fans have shared kind words about her legacy. Now, one of her former loves, Gary Sandy, has broken his silence.
Loni Anderson passed away on August 3 in Los Angeles. Her death came just days before her 80th birthday.
Loni Anderson’s Former Love Remembers Her Fondly Amid Her Passing
Gary Sandy, who Loni Anderson starred alongside in “WKRP in Cincinnati,” has also offered his brief but kind words upon her passing. He did so by posting three vintage photos of them together on Facebook. Gary captioned the post, “Rip: Loni Kaye Anderson 8/5/45 – 8/3/25 xoxo.”
The first picture shows the two of them at what appears to be an event. She’s wearing what looks to be a pink dress, and he’s wearing a classic black suit with a bowtie. The next photo is of them with a group of people. Lastly, there’s another picture of the two of them at an event. She’s wearing a beautiful dress, and he’s wearing what looks to be a tuxedo.
Gary Sandy’s tribute to Loni Anderson has garnered over five thousand likes and numerous comments, showcasing the love for Loni. The post has also been shared several times by grieving fans. Many of the remarks recall favorite episodes of “WKRP in Cincinnati” and fond moments with both Gary and Loni.
Regarding Loni Anderson and Gary Sandy, the two had a romantic relationship in the 1980s. The show, “WKRP in Cincinnati,” aired on CBS from 1978 until 1982. As evidenced by the outpouring of love for Loni, the series, as well as her other work, is still beloved by fans all over the world. Fans can purchase the series from various platforms like Apple and Prime Video. Her role on the show garnered her two Emmy nominations as well as three Golden Globe nominations.
She Was in the Hospital When She Passed
Loni Anderson’s death has been a difficult one for many, as fans have fond memories of her legacy as an actress. According to The Associated Press, she passed away in a Los Angeles hospital after battling an ongoing illness. Her publicist, Cheryl J. Kagan, confirmed this.
Loni Anderson’s family released a statement following her passing. It read, “We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our dear wife, mother, and grandmother.”
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