Comedian and ‘Laugh In' star Ruth Buzzi dies at 88

Laugh-In's Ruth Buzzi Dead At 88

Actor and comedian Ruth Buzzi, known for her zany characters on "Laugh-In," has died at age 88, and her co-star Goldie Hawn offered a touching tribute.

Beloved star of ‘60s TV show dead at 88

LOS ANGELES — Ruth Buzzi, who rose to fame as the frumpy and bitter Gladys Ormphby on the groundbreaking sketch comedy series “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In” and made over 200 television appearances during a 45-year career, died Thursday. She was 88.

Iconic Female Comedian Dead at 88, 'Comedic Genius'

Ruth Buzzi, best known for her unforgettable role as Gladys Ormphby on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In, passed away at 88 in Texas after battling Alzheimer’s. Her decades-long career in television and comedy left a lasting mark on American entertainment. Key Facts: Ruth Buzzi died Thursday at her home in Texas at age 88 following a battle with Alzheimer’s. She rose to fame on NBC’s Laugh-In (1968–1973), appearing in all six seasons. Buzzi earned a Go…

Ruth Buzzi, comedian known for ‘Laugh-In,’ dies at 88

May 3, 2025 (UPI) — Ruth Buzzi, the actress and comedian who played Gladys on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In, died Thursday. She was 88. “She was in hospice care for several years with Alzheimer’s disease,” the statement reads. “ Her family requests donating to Alzheimer’s research (www.alz.org) in lieu of flowers.” Buzzi previously had multiple strokes, her second husband, Kent Perkins, shared on social media in 2022. Gladys was Buzzi’s most iconic …

Comedy sketch star Buzzi dies at age 88

LOS ANGELES — Ruth Buzzi, who rose to fame as the frumpy and bitter Gladys Ormphby on the groundbreaking sketch comedy series "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In" and made over 200 television appearances during a 45year career, died Thursday. She was…

Comedy sketch star Ruth Buzzi dies at 88

LOS ANGELES — Ruth Buzzi, who rose to fame as the frumpy and bitter Gladys Ormphby on the groundbreaking sketch comedy series "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In" and made over 200 television appearances during a 45-year career, died Thursday. She was…