""The family of Demond Wilson is deeply saddened by his passing. At this time, they ask for privacy as they grieve. No further details are available, and the family has no additional information to share. Personally, I had the privilege of working with Demond for 15 years, and his loss is profoundly felt. He was an unbelievable man, and his impact will never be forgotten. The family appreciates the support and understanding of the community during this difficult time.""
""The entertainment world is mourning the loss of 70's TV star Demond Wilson. Wilson was most known for his role as Lamont Sanford opposite Redd Foxx in the hit series, "Sanford and Son." His publicist confirmed his passing on Saturday. His son reportedly told TMZ that his father died on Friday in Palm Springs after a battle with cancer. He later starred in a re-imagined version of the "Odd Couple" and appeared in a handful of movies, including "The Organization" in 1971 with Sidney Poitier.""
Demond Wilson, best known for portraying Lamont Sanford opposite Redd Foxx on Sanford and Son, died at 79 following a battle with cancer. His son reported that Wilson died Friday in Palm Springs, and his publicist confirmed the death on Saturday. Wilson later starred in a re-imagined version of the "Odd Couple" and appeared in films including "The Organization" (1971) with Sidney Poitier. The family has requested privacy while grieving and provided no further details. The publicist, who worked with Wilson for 15 years, described him as an unbelievable man whose impact will never be forgotten.
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