Hal Williams Dies: Beloved ‘Sanford And Son’ Actor Was 91

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Veteran actor Hal Williams has died at age 91 at his home in Rancho Mirage. Williams is best known for portraying Officer Smitty Smith across 22 episodes of Sanford and Son and playing Lester Jenkins in the sitcom 227. His extensive acting career also included appearances in The Waltons, Private Benjamin, and Flight. The news of his passing was confirmed by his representative and manager, marking the loss of a staple in American television history.