Jun. Lockhart, star of 'Lassie,' dies
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June Lockhart, a popular actress of the 1950s and ’60s known for her roles in “ Lost In Space ,” “ Lassie ” and “Meet Me in St. Louis,” died of natural causes on Oct. 23 in Santa Monica, Calif. She was 100.
June Lockhart, the beloved American actress whose warmth and poise defined classic television hits like “Lost in Space” and “Lassie”, has died of natural causes at her home in Santa Monica, California.