Yes — we’re talking about Lynn Hamilton, best remembered as Donna Harris from Sanford and Son.
Beginning her acting journey in the late 1950s, Hamilton became a trailblazer for Black actresses on television. Aside from her signature role alongside Redd Foxx, she left her mark in The Waltons, Gunsmoke, Roots: The Next Generation, and The Rockford Files. Her talents extended to the stage as well, often collaborating with her husband, Frank S. Jenkins, on powerful theatrical productions like Nobody and The Bert Williams Story.
Her former publicist, Rev. Calvin Carson, remembered her as “a shining example of creativity, love, and dedication,” noting that her legacy would “continue to inspire future generations.”
Fans echoed the sentiment online:
“She was always a class act,” one wrote.
“Donna Harris was one of the few who could go toe-to-toe with Fred Sanford — and nearly win,” another added.
Rest in peace, Lynn Hamilton — a true original. 🌹
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