Cindy Williams
Known for
Cindy Williams appeared in 'American Graffiti' and 'The Conversation' before television paired her with Penny Marshall in 'Laverne & Shirley', a spin-off from 'Happy Days' about two Milwaukee brewery workers. The show became one of the most-watched series in the United States, built on physical comedy and the contrast between Marshall's blunt Laverne and Williams's more anxious Shirley. She left before the final season and returned mainly to stage work and guest roles.
Cindy Williams
21 Movies
21 Series
Cindy Williams appeared in 'American Graffiti' and 'The Conversation' before television paired her with Penny Marshall in 'Laverne & Shirley', a spin-off from 'Happy Days' about two Milwaukee brewery workers. The show became one of the most-watched series in the United States, built on physical comedy and the contrast between Marshall's blunt Laverne and Williams's more anxious Shirley. She left before the final season and returned mainly to stage work and guest roles.
Movies
Plays Ann
The Conversation
1974
Plays Laurie Henderson
American Graffiti
1973
Plays Rosie
The First Nudie Musical
1976
Plays Arlene Stewart
UFOria
1984
Plays Laurie Bolander
More American Graffiti
1979
Plays Natalie Devlin
Bingo
1991
Plays Randy's Girlfriend
Beware! The Blob
1972
Plays Emily Preston
Meet Wally Sparks
1997
Plays Tooley
Travels with My Aunt
1972
Plays Marissa
Gas! -Or- It Became Necessary to Destroy the World in Order to Save It.
1970
Plays Manager's Girlfriend
Drive, He Said
1971
Plays Diane Girard
Big Man on Campus
1989
Plays Jamison
Mr. Ricco
1975
Plays Annie McHugh
Spaceship
1983
Plays Lori
The Killing Kind
1974
Plays June Margolin
Rude Awakening
1989
Plays Rose
Stealing Roses
2012
TV Shows
Plays Shirley Feeney
Laverne & Shirley
1976
Plays Cathy Hale
Getting By
1993
Plays Shirley Feeney
Laverne & Shirley in the Army
1981
Plays Lisa Burk
Just Like Family
1989
Plays Self
Dinah!
1974
Plays Shirley Feeney
Happy Days
1974
Plays House Mother
Drive
2007
Plays Mary Ellen
8 Simple Rules
2002
Plays Lisa James
Girlfriends
2000
Plays Vivian
The Odd Couple
2015
Plays Gerri Poveri (voice)
The Magic School Bus
1994
Plays Janice Dobbins
Sam & Cat
2013
Plays Karen Brown
Love, American Style
1969
Plays Carol Janssen
Petrocelli
1974
Plays Joan
Less than Perfect
2002
Plays Connie Carlucci
Hope and Gloria
1995
Plays Wandamae
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
1993
Plays Vice Principal Val
7th Heaven
1996
Plays Claire
Touched by an Angel
1994
Plays Sue Reynolds
Hawaii Five-O
1969
Latest Trailers
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Waiting in the Wings: Still Waiting
Full Filmography
Waiting in the Wings: Still Waiting
Rosie
2018
Film
The Odd Couple
Vivian · 1 episode
2015–
TV
Sam & Cat
Janice Dobbins · 1 episode
2013–
TV
Stealing Roses
Rose
2012
Film
Drive
House Mother · 2 episodes
2007–
TV
The Legend of William Tell
Jillian
2006
Film
Less than Perfect
Joan · 1 episode
2002–
TV
8 Simple Rules
Mary Ellen · 2 episodes
2002–
TV
Girlfriends
Lisa James · 2 episodes
2000–
TV
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cindy Williams still alive?
Cindy Williams passed away on January 25, 2023 at age 75.
What are the most famous roles of Cindy Williams?
Cindy Williams is best known for roles in The Conversation, American Graffiti, More American Graffiti.
How many movies has Cindy Williams been in?
Over a 53-year career (since 1970), Cindy Williams has appeared in 21 movies and 20 TV shows.
What was Cindy Williams's first movie?
The career of Cindy Williams began with Gas! -Or- It Became Necessary to Destroy the World in Order to Save It. (1970).
What is Cindy Williams's most recent movie or series?
Cindy Williams's most recent release is Menopause The Musical: Live from Las Vegas, which premiered on November 30, 2020.
What TV shows has Cindy Williams appeared in?
On television, Cindy Williams has appeared in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, Sam & Cat, Happy Days.
Cindy Williams
1947-08-22 · Los Angeles, California, USA
Cynthia Jane "Cindy" Williams (August 22, 1947 - January 25, 2023) was an American actress best known for starring in the television situation-comedy series Laverne & Shirley, in the role of "Shirley Feeney". Although praised for her portrayal of Shirley, she left the show after the 2nd episode of the show's eighth and final season. She is also known for her role as Laurie Henderson in the classic film American Graffiti.Cindy Williams, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.