Actress Known for TV Role as Ohio Housewife Dies at 87

An actress who appeared in several films and television series died at age 87. She gained recognition for portraying a suburban housewife in a 1970s sitcom and had earlier roles in movies directed by a comedian who was also her husband at the time. The performer began her screen career in motion pictures before taking the lead role in a satirical series that aired in the mid-1970s.

The show centered on an Ohio housewife and ran for two seasons before concluding.

Her early work included appearances in several comedy films released in the late 1960s and early 1970s. She later took on guest roles in various television programs throughout subsequent decades. The actress maintained a lower public profile after the conclusion of her most recognized series. Details regarding funeral arrangements were not immediately released.