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Comedian Ruth Buzzi, best known for her work on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In, has died aged 88.
Her death was confirmed on her official Facebook page by her family. She died in her sleep at her home in Texas.
Buzzi, who suffered a stroke in 2022, had been in hospice for several years. She also suffered from Alzheimer’s disease.
Just yesterday, Buzzi’s husband, actor Kent Perkins, shared an update on her official Facebook page.
“This is Ruth Buzzi‘s husband writing on her page. She asked me to thank all of you for being so good to her for so many years. She wants you to know she probably had more fun doing those shows than you had watching them. Because of health issues, she’s must withdraw from writing, but she will still be reading and enjoying your posts.,” he wrote.
“If you've met Ruthie and had a picture taken with her, please post it below. If you have a great memory from her career that you enjoyed — a special comedy sketch, or a moment that made you laugh — share that with us.
“Ruthie loves you.”
Buzzi rose to fame on Laugh-In as Gladys Ormphby, known for swinging her handbag around as a weapon. She remained on the show for its entire run from 1967-1973.
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