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On October 25, 2024, this legendary Hollywood actress will age 96. She is most recognized for her portrayal as Marion Cunningham in the popular sitcom \u201cHappy Days.\u201d She accepted life as a single mother despite the difficulties in her tumultuous marriage to Freeman \u201cEffie\u201d Meskimen, resolved that nothing would stop her.<\/p>\n

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She eventually filed for divorce after almost 20 years of marital discord, which included her husband\u2019s battles with alcoholism, and took on a variety of responsibilities to provide for her two kids. She fell in love again at the age of 60 with actor Paul Michael, with whom she shared a close and loving bond until his death in 2011.<\/p>\n

She has embraced retirement in recent years, prioritizing her family and living life to the fullest. On social media, her son Jim frequently posts touching pictures of her with her, demonstrating the joy and affection Mom still inspires. Marion Ross is remembered as a beloved person who was praised for her warmth and tenacity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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