“June Lockhart, Beloved Star of ‘Lost in Space’ and ‘Lassie,’ Dies – Cause of Death Revealed

June Lockhart, one of television’s most loved actresses from the 1950s and 1960s, has died at the age of 100. According to her family, she passed away from natural causes on October 23 in Santa Monica, California.

Lockhart became famous for her role as Ruth Martin, the caring mother on the classic TV show Lassie.

A few years later, she won over a new generation of fans as Dr. Maureen Robinson on the CBS series Lost in Space, which aired from 1965 to 1968. Her character was a smart biochemist and devoted mother trying to keep her family safe after becoming stranded in outer space.

Lockhart shared fond memories from her years in Hollywood. “When I wasn’t shooting Lassie, I became the mistress of Scrabble with my hairdresser and the crew,” she said. She also admitted that Lost in Space was her favorite project, saying, “It was so campy, and I truly enjoyed my relationship with my space family.”

Her acting career lasted nearly eight decades, during which she appeared in many TV shows and movies, continuing to work well into her 80s.

She had recurring roles in Petticoat Junction, General Hospital, and Beverly Hills, 90210. She also made guest appearances in popular shows such as The Beverly Hillbillies, Happy Days, Full House, Roseanne, and Grey’s Anatomy.

Lockhart’s talent earned her two Emmy nominations, including one for Best Actress in a Leading Role for Lassie. She also received two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame—one for television and another for motion pictures. Early in her career, she was honored with a Special Tony Award in 1948 for her performance in the Broadway play For Love or Money.

A private service will be held for Lockhart, according to her family. They have asked that, instead of flowers, donations be made to The Actors Fund, ProPublica, or International Hearing Dog, Inc.

Lockhart’s long career and kind spirit left a lasting mark on Hollywood and the fans who grew up watching her.

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