The legendary actress June Lockhart, renowned for her role as Ruth Martin in the 1956 television series Lassie, has passed away at the age of 100 in Santa Monica, California. According to reports from People magazine, she died on October 23 after a life filled with artistic contributions, surrounded by loved ones. Her funeral will be held privately.
Lockhart’s career began in childhood, as the daughter of Canadian actor Gene Lockhart and English actress Kathleen Lockhart. At age eight, she appeared in the 1938 film A Christmas Carol. Over decades, she showcased her talent in numerous films, including Sergeant York (1941), Meet Me in St. Louis (1944), and She Wrote a Murder. A two-time recipient of the Tony Award, she left an indelible mark on American theater.
Her legacy endures through her work on screen and stage, cementing her place as one of Hollywood’s enduring figures.
