Florence Henderson, Mom on 'The Brady Bunch,’ Has Died at 82

Florence Henderson, best known for her role as Carol Brady on 'The Brady Bunch,' has died at age 82.

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Florence Henderson, most prominently known for her role as Carol Brady on The Brady Bunch, has died. She was 82.

According to the Associated Press, Henderson’s manager Kayla Pressman said the actress passed away surrounded by friends and family. Kim Baldonado of NBC Los Angeles reports Henderson died of heart failure.

Henderson’s career spanned six decades and included work in Broadway and film. However, it was her time on television and The Brady Bunch that many will remember her for. The show aired from 1969 to 1974 and became a staple for households across the country.

Friends and peers in the entertainment industry offered their condolences and shared fond memories of Henderson on social media, which you can view below.

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
RIP Florence Henderson. "The Brady Bunch" was everything.
RIP🙏🏽Florence Henderson. "Here's a story of lovely lady.. I had the pleasure 2
get 2 kno on DWTS. America's most iconic tv mom, Carol Brandy pic.twitter.com/mjzUamBnA0
Florence Henderson-Warm Talented & kind passed away today.Thank you Florence for being such a kind generous friend to Alexis.
#RIP Florence Henderson 😢😧😣 #florencehenderson
Heartbroken. I'll miss you, my friend. #RIP @ItsFloHenderson pic.twitter.com/HQ7x7hPAxJ
Florence Henderson was a doll and a dame and funny as hell. RIP
RIP the dear #Florence Henderson. You were a light.
Devastated . She was just at my house-so vibrant -so wonderful-Such light in this world. I'm crushed https://t.co/fyVFJlmdm1
Loved her. So sad. RIP Florence Henderson: Brady Bunch star dies at 82 | https://t.co/Vw207bY0zr https://t.co/ZETg3ShBoz
So terribly sad to hear of the passing of the great Florence Henderson. It was a true honor to have known and worked with her. pic.twitter.com/bhgLigHEI4
I’m wrecked that Florence Henderson passed. Grew up watching her like we all did and got to meet & love her DEARLY
My heart is punctured💔
R.I.P Florence Henderson. I grew up with the Brady Bunch! https://t.co/dWCQc5t1Zq
Here's the story of a lovely lady…

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