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Legendary 'Lassie's Mom' June Lockhart Dies at 100
25 Oct
Summary
- Iconic actress June Lockhart, known for 'Lassie' and 'Lost in Space', passes away at 100
- Lockhart's parents were introduced by Thomas Edison and appeared together in 'A Christmas Carol'
- Lockhart received an Emmy nomination for her role as Ruth Martin on 'Lassie'
Renowned actress June Lockhart, who captivated audiences as 'Lassie's mom' on the iconic TV series, has passed away at the remarkable age of 100. Lockhart's parents, who were introduced to each other by none other than Thomas Edison, appeared together as the Cratchits in the 1938 MGM film 'A Christmas Carol', with a young June making her movie debut in the film.
Lockhart's breakout role came when she was cast as Ruth Martin on the long-running 'Lassie' series, a part she played in over 200 episodes and for which she received an Emmy nomination in 1959. After the show's format changed, Lockhart transitioned to another beloved role, that of Maureen Robinson on the sci-fi series 'Lost in Space'. She later joined the cast of 'Petticoat Junction' during its final season.
Throughout her illustrious career, Lockhart remained passionate about science and space exploration, earning recognition from NASA for her public advocacy and appearances. Her father's song 'The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise' was even used to wake the crew of the Columbia Space Shuttle. Lockhart's remarkable life and enduring legacy as an iconic television star will be deeply missed.
