Loni Anderson wasn’t just a beloved television star — she was also a devoted mother. Best known for her role as Jennifer Marlowe on WKRP in Cincinnati , the Emmy-nominated actress passed away on August 3, 2025, at the age of 79. While fans remember her glamorous presence on screen, her greatest pride was her family. Anderson had two children: daughter Deidra Hoffman , from her first marriage, and son Quinton Anderson Reynolds , whom she adopted with ex-husband Burt Reynolds .

Here’s everything to know about the late star, her children, and more below.

Who Was Loni Anderson?

Loni was an Emmy-nominated American actress, born on August 5, 1945. She rose to fame for her role as Jennifer Marlowe, the glamorous yet quick-witted receptionist on the hit sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati .

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