Gone, but definitely not forgotten! America’s TV mom, Florence Henderson, died on Thanksgiving 2016, and now celebrities have come out in force to pay tribute to the beloved Brady Bunch star.
The actress, who played Carol Brady on the ’70s hit show, passed away on Thursday, November 24, at the age of 82 after suffering heart failure.
As Us Weekly reported, her manager said in a statement that she was surrounded by friends and family after being hospitalized on Wednesday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.
Her death has left a huge void in many people’s hearts, and Hollywood stars have been inundating social media to pay their respects to a woman who was clearly adored.
“Devastated,” wrote Maria Menounos. “She was just at my house-so vibrant-so vibrant – so wonderful-Such light in this world. I’m crushed.”
Barry Williams, who played her eldest son, Greg Brady, said: “Deeply saddened. Florence was one of the most gracious people I have ever known, Proud to call her Mom and life long friend. #RIPFlorence.”
Dancing With the Stars host Tom Bergeron posted that he was “heartbroken,” and Marie Osmond said she will have fond memories of working with “my dear friend.
See all the other celebrity tributes that have been pouring in for Henderson.
You are in my heart forever Florence? pic.twitter.com/PABCuPubA2
— Maureen McCormick (@MoMcCormick7) November 25, 2016
Florence Henderson was a dear friend for so very many years & in my <3 forever. Love & hugs to her family. I’ll miss u dearly #RIPFlorence
— Maureen McCormick (@MoMcCormick7) November 25, 2016
Florence Henderson-Warm Talented & kind passed away today.Thank you Florence for being such a kind generous friend to Alexis.
— Patricia Arquette (@PattyArquette) November 25, 2016
America’s favorite #70s Mom has passed?Fond memories working w/ my dear friend @ItsFloHenderson
?https://t.co/Ct4YDQOSKA #RIP #BradyBunch ? pic.twitter.com/2Bi6To9IAm— Marie Osmond (@marieosmond) November 25, 2016
Heartbroken. I’ll miss you, my friend. #RIP @ItsFloHenderson pic.twitter.com/HQ7x7hPAxJ
— Tom Bergeron (@Tom_Bergeron) November 25, 2016
RIP the dear #Florence Henderson. You were a light.
— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) November 25, 2016
I will miss you Florence Henderson ? pic.twitter.com/at8c1GOTUr
— Marlee Matlin (@MarleeMatlin) November 25, 2016
Florence Henderson, thanks for your light and love. You were America’s mom, and we shall miss you dearly.
— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) November 25, 2016
I was so touched by her sincerity & kindness. #FlorenceHenderson was such a class act. My heart goes out to her family during this sad time
— Lacey Chabert (@IamLaceyChabert) November 25, 2016
Florence Henderson was a doll and a dame and funny as hell. RIP
— Michael McKean (@MJMcKean) November 25, 2016
Devastated . She was just at my house-so vibrant -so wonderful-Such light in this world. I’m crushed https://t.co/fyVFJlmdm1
— maria menounos (@mariamenounos) November 25, 2016
Rest In Peace Florence Henderson, a dear lady with a great sense of humor & a terrific laugh. ‘America’s mom’ has died.
— Larry King (@kingsthings) November 25, 2016
Oh WOW!! Just heard that #FlorenceHenderson the #BradyBunch mom passed away! She was always a nice lady! Rest In Paradise Queen ???
— Vivica A. Fox (@MsVivicaFox) November 25, 2016
Broken hearted. She was like a mom to is all. I’m grateful I had the chance to get to know you these past few years. RIP #FlorenceHenderson
— Carrie Ann Inaba (@carrieanninaba) November 25, 2016
Oh, #FlorenceHenderson ?Thank you for all the nights you kept me company as an insomniac child. Your work meant so much to so many. #RIP
— Aimee Carrero Rock (@aimeecarrero) November 25, 2016
Florence Henderson was a great woman..warm funny & saucy! I’m crushed to hear she died. Sending love & sympathy to the people she touched. pic.twitter.com/ShCoAdmyVx
— Katie Couric (@katiecouric) November 25, 2016
Florence Henderson was an amazing woman that had a constant charm and love for people. Every… https://t.co/1xeeBzH5Su
— Valentin (@iamValC) November 25, 2016
I played Carol in The Real Live Brady Bunch stage show. I got to know Florence Henderson herself over the years. What a classy lady. pic.twitter.com/7OZgjBFT34
— Jane Lynch (@janemarielynch) November 25, 2016
The beautiful and talented Florence Henderson passed away… i loved working w that sweet, kind… https://t.co/A6EbhFCD55
— Fran Drescher (@frandrescher) November 25, 2016
Today we lost not only a TV legend and icon, but one of the sweetest, kindest and caring human… https://t.co/LEu53x1OLT
— Karina Smirnoff (@Karina_Smirnoff) November 25, 2016
Heartbroken! Such a great friend. I’ll miss you. #FlorenceHenderson pic.twitter.com/7XPWLTr1fU
— Jake Pavelka (@jakepavelka1) November 25, 2016
Woke up this morning to the saddest news! My beautiful Florence Henderson has left us .… https://t.co/QuBaeWp7Pa
— Tony Dovolani (@TonyDovolani) November 25, 2016
The actress, singer and talk show host was a contestant on DWTS in 2010 and was in the audience for this year’s finale on Monday, November 21, just days before she died.
RIP Florence!
