Beloved 'Lassie' Actress June Lockhart Passes Away — Details

She was a shining star of America's Golden Age, a face cherished across generations, a name that once lit up every living room in the country. Now, the curtains have closed for good.

June Lockhart, the radiant screen icon who charmed generations in "Lassie" and "Lost in Space," has passed away, just months after celebrating her 100th birthday.

The devastating news broke late Saturday, October 25, unleashing an emotional tidal wave of grief and disbelief across the internet. Tributes have been pouring in as fans try to come to terms with the loss of a woman who lit up the screen for decades — and touched hearts far beyond it.

Fans in Mourning: 'So Sad to Lose a Legend Like June Lockhart'

As word of her death spread, social media erupted in a swirl of sorrow and nostalgia.

"So sad to lose a legend like June Lockhart. Loved her in everything she did. Now she has become a Traveler, and may her travels be as wonderful as she was. God Bless you," one fan wrote, referencing her celestial role in the beloved 1960s sci-fi series.

"A wonderful & talented actress. My deepest condolences to her family/friends," another offered solemnly.

Some were stunned by the timing: "I thought see already passed away quite some time ago. Is this another one of tjose Mandela effect things ??? [sic]," one fan wondered. "Thank you for the memories. RIP blessings to the family," another added in heartfelt tribute.

A Quiet Farewell Surrounded by Family

But behind the headlines and hashtags, a deeply personal loss unfolded in the quiet hours of a Thursday evening.

Lockhart passed away on October 23, 2025, at 9:20 p.m., in Santa Monica, California — just steps from the city that made her a star. Her daughter, June Elizabeth, and granddaughter, Christianna, were at her side as she took her final breath.

Her cause of death has been confirmed as natural causes.