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Polly Holliday, Iconic 'Alice' Star, Passes at 88

9/14/2025

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Polly Holliday, renowned for her role as Flo in "Alice," died at 88 on September 9, 2025, in New York.
She was the last surviving cast member of the show, which aired from 1976 to 1985.
Holliday earned multiple Golden Globe and Emmy nominations during her career.
She appeared in Broadway productions and TV shows like "Golden Girls" and "Home Improvement."
Born in Jasper, Alabama, she inspired young actors through a scholarship she established.

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Polly Holliday, renowned for her role as Flo in "Alice," died at 88 on September 9, 2025, in New York.
She was the last surviving cast member of the show, which aired from 1976 to 1985.
Holliday earned multiple Golden Globe and Emmy nominations during her career.
She appeared in Broadway productions and TV shows like "Golden Girls" and "Home Improvement."
Born in Jasper, Alabama, she inspired young actors through a scholarship she established.