Hamilton rose to fame for her portrayal of Sanford's girlfriend, Donna Harris, and also had roles on "Gunsmoke," "Roots: The New Generation," and "The Golden Girls."

Hamilton died of natural causes on June 19 while “surrounded by her grandchildren, loved ones and caregivers,” Rev. Calvin Carson wrote

Lynn Hamilton, best known for her role in “Sanford and Son,” died Thursday. She was 95. Hamilton, who played Donna Harris on the beloved 1970s sitcom, died of natural causes, her former manager and publicist, Rev. Calvin Carson announced on social media.