Demond Wilson, Beloved “Sanford and Son” Actor, Dies at 79
Demond Wilson, the actor best known for his role as Lamont Sanford in the groundbreaking 1970s sitcom Sanford and Son, has died at the age of 79. His publicist, Mark Goldman, confirmed the news to CBS News on Saturday, saying the family is “deeply saddened” and requesting privacy as they grieve.