Frank Bonner dies at 79: Star of TV sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati passes away ‘due to complications from Lewy body dementia’
Actor Frank Bonner has died at 79, according to his family.
Famous for playing the role of Herb Tarlek on the television sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati, Bonner is said to have passed away peacefully on Wednesday, TMZ report.
Bonner’s passing was a result of complications from Lewy body dementia, a degenerative condition similar to Alzheimer’s disease.
The report adds that the actor was surrounded by his family and loved ones when he died, who are said to be heartbroken.
Frank Bonner dies at 70: Star of TV sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati passes away ‘due to complications from Lewy body dementia’
WKRP, a situation comedy about characters at a radio station, premiered in 1978 on the CBS television network and aired for four seasons and 90 episodes, ending on April 21, 1982.
Actress Loni Anderson also found fame from show, and became known for her role as receptionist Jennifer Marlowe.
Bonner started his acting career AS Frank Boers, Jr. in the experimental 1967 independent film The Equinox… A Journey into the Unknown.
Cast: Frank Bonner (as Herb Tarlek, advertising salesman) is seen seated to the left adjusting his tie, sitting next to Loni Anderson in pink (as receptionist Jennifer Marlowe)