Regarding the terrible passing of his former co-star Cindy Williams, Ron Howard has made public statements. In the George Lucas movie “American Graffiti,” Howard and Williams played Steve Bolander and Laurie Henderson, respectively, in 1973.
In addition, Williams also played Shirley Feeney in the popular Howard television series “Happy Days” before taking up the role in “Laverne & Shirley.” On two “Laverne & Shirley” episodes, Howard also portrayed Richie Cunningham.
Williams passed away on January 31 at the age of 75 after a brief illness, according to the Associated Press. Williams’ children, Zak and Emily Hudson, who released a statement through a spokesman lamenting the tragic loss, made this information public.
The family added, “The loss of our sweet, funny mother, Cindy Williams, has brought us overwhelming pain that could never properly be described.” “Our joy and honor has been getting to know and love her. She was unique, lovely, giving, and had a sparkling energy that everyone adored. She also had a great sense of humor.” Howard is now talking about the passing of his former coworker.
Following the passing of Cindy Williams, Ron Howard is speaking out. Howard expressed his shock over Williams’ passing to People on January 30. He hadn’t seen her recently; he last ran into her in 2022. Howard remarked of Williams, “I’m astonished because I haven’t seen her in years and years.
“We met last year at a gathering in Palm Springs, California, and I was immediately impressed by how her knowledge, vigor, and sense of humor were still in full swing. It comes as such a shock to think that spark is gone.” Williams “always had almost a big sister energy” around Howard because he was only 18 and Williams was 24 when they collaborated on “American Graffiti,” Howard added.
On January 31, Howard also talked with Access Hollywood and praised Williams’ brilliance and perseverance. Cindy was “simply, like, whip brilliant” according to Howard. She also had a terrific work ethic and a great sense of humor.
When asked his opinion on the “She would want people to remember Shirley and that show, but she’d also want them to take a moment to notice all the other sorts of characters that she so expertly developed, according to Howard, who played the lead of Laverne & Shirley. I believe she would prefer to be remembered in a lighthearted manner.”
