American actress
Born: August 22, 1947
Died: January 25, 2023
Cindy Williams (1947–2023) was an American actress best known for her iconic role as Shirley Feeney on the beloved television sitcoms Laverne & Shirley (1976–1983) and Happy Days (1975–1979). Born on August 22, 1947, in Los Angeles, California, Williams grew up with a love for acting, which led her to study theater at Los Angeles City College.
Williams began her career in the late 1960s, appearing in television series like Room 222 and Nanny and the Professor. Her breakout role came in 1973 when she starred in George Lucas’s film American Graffiti as Laurie Henderson. This success opened doors for her, and soon after, she was cast in Happy Days, which led to the spin-off Laverne & Shirley. The show, in which she co-starred with Penny Marshall, became a cultural phenomenon, and Williams’s portrayal of the sweet, optimistic Shirley made her a household name.
Beyond television, Williams also appeared in films like The Conversation (1974) and Travels with My Aunt (1972). Her charm and comedic timing made her a beloved figure in American entertainment. Cindy Williams passed away on January 25, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and joy.
Cindy Williams’s 5 most popular quotes
- Sometimes I light incense and a candle. It’s so peaceful and quiet. The steadiness of the energy and the reliability of the warmth have a calming effect.
- Growing up in the country, you’re left to the wilds of your imagination.
- Part of me wants to be married and have everybody around the table for Christmas. But when you’re married, your life becomes integrated solely with that person. There are too many characters running around inside me. Maybe they should all be married to somebody different.
- I remember being alone a lot as a child, and I still love to be alone.
- I thought I was going to come back and they’d hide [her baby bump] behind benches, couches, pillows, and that wasn’t it. When it came time for me to sign my contract for that season, they had me working on my due date to have my baby. I said, ‘You know, I can’t sign this.’ And it went back and forth and back and forth, and it just never got worked out. Right after that, [shows] would build nurseries on sets.
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