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Hollywood Actor and Stuntman Jack Lilley Dies at 91

Known for his work on 'Little House on the Prairie' and 'Blazing Saddles,' Lilley passed away peacefully on March 19, leaving behind a legacy in the Western genre and heartfelt tributes from family and friends.

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LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE -- Pictured: (clockwise from top left) Melissa Gilbert as Laura Ingalls, Michael Landon as Charles Philip Ingalls, Karen Grassle as Caroline Quiner Holbrook Ingalls, Lindsay/Sidney Greenbush as Carrie Ingalls, Melissa Sue Anderson as Mary Ingalls Kendall (Photo by NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images)

Overview

  • Jack Lilley, a versatile actor and stuntman, passed away in his sleep at the Motion Picture & Television Fund retirement home in Calabasas, California.
  • His death was confirmed by his son, Clint Lilley, and granddaughter, Savanah Dawn Lilley, who described him as a storyteller and beloved family figure.
  • Melissa Gilbert, Lilley's co-star on 'Little House on the Prairie,' honored him as a patient mentor and cherished friend in a touching Instagram tribute.
  • Lilley had a long Hollywood career, appearing in productions such as 'Gunsmoke,' 'Blazing Saddles,' and 'Planet of the Apes,' and working as a stuntman and wrangler.
  • A memorial service to celebrate Lilley's life is expected to be announced soon, as tributes continue to pour in from family, friends, and colleagues.