Overview

• Jack Lilley, whose career spanned over seven decades, passed away at the Motion Picture & Television Fund retirement home in Calabasas, California.
• His granddaughter and former co-star Melissa Gilbert shared heartfelt tributes, highlighting his mentorship and kindness.
• Lilley was celebrated for his versatility, appearing in iconic productions like 'Blazing Saddles,' 'Little House on the Prairie,' and numerous Westerns.
• He is survived by his three sons, five grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren; his wife Irene Lilley predeceased him in May 2024.
• Plans for a memorial service to honor Lilley’s life and legacy will be announced by his family at a later date.