Details of Death: Died at the age of 91 from a non-Covid respiratory illness, confirmed on Facebook by his daughter Ta Ronce Allen.
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Popular TV character actor
Allen played Uncle Woody, the husband of Aunt Esther on the popular sitcom “Sanford and Son.” He was Ned the Wino on “Good Times” and had a recurring role as mechanic Merle the Earl on the 1970s TV detective series “Starsky and Hutch.” He retired from acting in 1985 but continued to make public appearances to meet his fans.
We're sad to hear of the death of #RaymondAllen (1929–2020) — best known as Aunt Esther's husband Woodrow on SANFORD AND SON + Ned the Wino on GOOD TIMES. https://t.co/vxNQa6f4nj
I used to watch both those shows when they were on prime time! I offer my deepest sympathies and condolences to his family and friends. YOU WILL BE MISSED! 😥🙏 Raymond Allen, Actor Known for ‘Sanford and Son’ and ‘Good Times,’ Dies at 91https://t.co/oF0q1X1hbn
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