From the archives: “Alice” star Linda Lavin

Tony Award-winning actress Linda Lavin, who starred in the classic sitcom “Alice,” died on December 29, 2024, at the age of 87. In this August 2, 2020 “Sunday Morning” interview, Lavin talked with correspondent Mo Rocca about her work since the beginning of the COVID pandemic – from releasing a new album to performing weekly online concerts – and how much of her success derived from the fact that she always advocated for herself.

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[rhondaschell]

I grew up watching Alice. I warched it with my mom, who also passed in 2024. Thank you, Linda Lavin for so many years of great entertainment.❤

[HeyJoeyVegas]

This was always one of my favorite interviews of Mo's. And I'm so glad he asked her about her preference on the ending of the theme song.

[MD-wkgj]

Growing up in the 70s my mom was a real life Alice.

She was divorced and worked as a waitress so she could be home with me when I got home from school because my dad gave barely any emotional or financial support.

Back then it was very tough for a divorced woman but my mom stood strong and honestly is the best thing to ever happen in my life.

I loved the show Alice because there was love, humor and a strong mom doing her best.

RIP Linda ❤

[TannerPhoenix-tenq]

Thank you Linda and the entire cast of "Alice." May you all RIP. Together again.

Goodbye 2024.

[GiaLi-sx]

I love Linda Lavin. She's amazing!!❤

[Tracy]

I first became aware of this amazing actress from her appearances on Barney Miller. Then she blew me away with her performance on Alice.

[Texaslawhorn]

Hard to believe she's gone. RIP Linda ❤

[katbow]

I loved the show Alice and everytime someone iny age group leaves my mortality moves in
Thanks for the smiles Linda ❤

[Carguy]

I saw Linda Lavin in Denver for her play "Tale of the Allergist's Wife" over 20 years ago. She was wonderful. I was looking forward to seeing her in the new Hulu sitcom with Nathan Lane "Mid-Century Modern". May she rest in peace and know that she brought much happiness to so many people.

[Chutneyluv]

Linda Lavin was such a bright light! Her brightness will glow forever! She will be missed...
Rest In Heaven Linda
🙏🏼✨️🕊💐❤💐🕊✨️🙏🏼

Thank you MO..for this interview! It was fabulous! 🎉🎈🎉

[deirdreyearwood]

I have loved the beautiful Linda Lavin since my childhood via the show "Alice" with Vic Tayback. I am so privileged to have grown up in this idyllic period of time. Rest in peace Beautiful. You are loved and will be missed ❤💔

[EJofLA]

I always liked Linda on TV and met her once after a concert. I spoke with her and she couldn't have been nicer and more personable. Rest in peace sweet lady...

[Platpinkfuture]

RIP Linda Lavin. Was just watching her on No Good Deed.

[infinityotto]

It hit me like a ton of bricks when I heard of Linda Lavin's passing. Her classic television show, "Alice, " was a part of my childhood. It was one of those shows my parents allowed me to watch as a kid. And it has remained one of my all-time favorites. RIP Linda Lavin.🕊

[OwnedByACatNamedC.C.]

I didn’t know much about her career before “Alice”; but I rarely missed her tv show throughout its run. I would try to sing along with the theme song, hoping no one was listening to me croak out the melody while she sailed effortlessly through it. I loved the 🎼 “bu buh buh buh bu” 🎶 🎵 the most, too. My condolences to her friends & family.😢

[erictheisen]

Yeah he's right rest in peace sweet lady.

[angelh]

She was clearly a lot stronger than we gave her credit for.

[glennleslie]

Wonderful woman; rest in peace Ms. Lavin!

[georgeyounts]

Came here to remember her. Grew up with that Alice TV Show as a boy till graduated HS in 85'. Knew of her singing background and really appreciate her voice more now than I did then. Loved the Last question about which ending she preferred. I too love the "bump, bump, bump, bump,

[robzphotoz]

May you rest in Peace! God bless you and your family! ❤🙏