Actress Cindy William dies at 75

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Actress Cindy William dies at 75

Cindy Williams, made famous for her portrayal of Shirley in the hugely popular "Laverne & Shirley" has died at the age of 75.

Her family released a statement Monday, Jan. 30 to announce her death.

The statement reads: "The passing of our kind, hilarious mother, Cindy Williams, has brought us insurmountable sadness that could never truly be expressed.

"Knowing and loving her has been our joy and privilege. She was one of a kind, beautiful, generous and possessed a brilliant sense of humor and a glittering spirit that everyone loved."

Williams played alongside Penny Marshall on the popular sitcom for its 8 seasons from 1976 to 1983. "Laverne & Shirley" once became the most-watched sitcom in The United States and netted 6 Golden Globes nominations and one Emmy nomination.