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Hal Williams, 'Sanford and Son' Actor, Dies at 91
Veteran actor Hal Williams, known for his role as Officer ‘Smitty’ Smith on the long-running sitcom Sanford and Son, passed away at the age of 91. His death marks a significant loss to television history.
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Veteran actor Hal Williams, who is probably best known for playing Officer “Smitty” Smith on Sanford and Son, died this morning at his home in Rancho Mirage, according to his representative. He was 91. As Smitty, Williams was one half of a crimefighting duo who appeared on 22 episodes of
2026-07-16 03:45 UTC
Variety
UCLA’S School of Theater, Film and Television and the Sundance Institute have set a collaboration to develop the next generation of filmmakers and storytellers. The five-year agreement is targeted to begin in September. The pact combines UCLA’s academic resources with Sundance Institute’s expe
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