Loni Anderson | 08/05/1945 | 76

Lomi Anderson was a famous Hollywood TV actress who rose to fame back in the ’70s. She started her career during the late-’60s and debuted for a minor role in the film Nevada Smith, which starred Steve Mcqueen. She would struggle to find other parts for a decade but finally appear in TV shows during the mid-’70s. Some of the shows include SWAT, Harry O, Police Woman, and Phyllis. However, her breakthrough role came in 1978 in the series WKRP in Cincinnati.

Moreover, she played the part of Jennifer Marlowe, a sultry receptionist. The show eventually garnered a loyal following and was popular among the teenage audience. It ran for four years, but Loi would part ways with the cast in 1980. Apart from acting, Loni was known for her marriage to actor Burt Reynolds. Together, they starred in the comedy movie Stoker Ace back in 1983. She also takes credit for starring in several other films, such as Lonely Guys and All Dogs Go to Heaven. 

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