Erin Moran Dead: 'Happy Days' Star Passes Away at 56

Erin Moran, who is best known for her role as Joanie Cunningham on Happy Days, has died, TMZ reports. She was 56-years-old.

Erin rose to stardom playing Ron Howard‘s younger sister on the hit 1970s comedy before continuing the role alongside Scott Baio in the show Joanie Loves Chachi.

After her hit shows ended, Erin struggled with drinking causing her to run out of money and end up at a trailer park before her husband Scott Fleishmann kicked her out.

No word yet on how Erin passed away.

Our thoughts go out to Erin Moran‘s loved ones during this difficult time.