Polly Holliday, Iconic TV Star, Dies Aged 88

Polly Holliday, Comedy Icon and ‘Alice’ Star, Dies Aged 88, Tributes Flood In

Polly Holliday, the cherished American actress and funnyman best known for her indelible depiction of Flo in the megahit 1970s television series Alice, has passed away at the age of 88.

Her death was verified on 9 September by her theatrical agent Dennis Aspland, though the cause of her death has not been revealed.

Suckers, fellow actors, and sweeties from across the world have been quick to partake sincere paeans on social media, celebrating her charm, wit, and iconic places that gauged decades.

From her Southern cheek to her uproarious genius, Polly Holliday’s influence touched numerous, and her heritage is now being flashed back and celebrated far and wide.

A fan on Facebook wrote, “Polly Holliday’s passing is a big loss. Her portrayal of Flo on Alice became an iconic part of TV history, and her career beyond that in theatre was just as impressive.

She had such a memorable presence, and it’s always sad when we lose legends like her. Hopefully, her work and contributions continue to be remembered and celebrated.”

Another added, “My condolences to her family she brought people a lot of joy through her artistry.”

One more fan remarked with a touch of humour, “I definitely will never forget her as Miss Deagle from Gremlins. Hopefully, those monsters didn’t have anything to do with her recent passing.”

The outpouring continued with comments such as, “Rest in peace, Polly Holliday. You gave us sass, Southern charm, and the unforgettable ‘Kiss my grits!’, and we’ll forever cherish every flip of that bleached-beehive and every zingy line at Mel’s Diner. Thank you for making Flo a legend. You’ll be greatly missed.”

A nostalgic viewer shared, “She was truly one of the most memorable TV characters of my childhood. ‘KISS my Grits’ was a tagline that everyone remembers and knows who said it.”