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"What's Happening" actress Hemphill dead at 52
December 11, 1999
Web posted at: 1:23 a.m. EST (0623 GMT)
WEST COVINA, California (CNN) -- Actress Shirley Hemphill, best known for her role in the television series "What's Happening," was found dead in her home Friday morning, according to the Los Angeles County coroner's office.
Hemphill's gardner found her face down on the floor of her West Covina home, said Lt. Dan Aikens, of the county coroner's office. Hemphill, 52, appeared to have been dead for some time, he said.
Her best-known role was as Shirley Wilson, the acerbic waitress on "What's Happening." The program aired on ABC from 1976 to 1979. She reprised her role in the show's syndicated sequel. "What's Happening Now," which aired from 1985 to 1988.
Aikens said Hemphill appeared to have died of natural causes, but an autopsy will be performed over the weekend.
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