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Linda Lavin Cause of Death: Beloved ‘Alice’ Star Passes Away at 87

'Alice' Linda Lavin has passed away unexpectedly.

Actress Linda Lavin poses for a photo on the opening night of “The Lyons” at the Vineyard Theatre on October 11, 2011 in New York City. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images) Though best known for her work as the title character on the 1970s sitcom Alice, Linda racked up dozens of noteworthy film and television roles over the course of nearly 60 years in the industry. The success of Alice derived largely from Lavin’s ability to make the audience laugh while simultaneously bringing tremendous heart and humanity to her role as a widowed single mom who takes a job in a diner.

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