Ron Masak Dies at 86, Mere Weeks After His 'Murder, She Wrote' Co-Star Angela Lansbury Passed Away

Ron Masak, an actor who starred on Murder, She Wrote alongside the recently deceased Dame Angela Lansbury, has died at the age of 86.

The actor’s daughter confirmed that he passed on Thursday (October 20) with a heartfelt post on Facebook.

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“He was surrounded by his wife and all six children,” she wrote.

She also memorialized his professional and philanthropic accomplishments. “Ron was known for his expansive career in the entertainment industry. He was best known as ‘The King of Commercials,’ as well as for his role as Sheriff Mort Metzger on Murder, She Wrote. Ron also spent many years playing an integral role in various charity events for Wounded Warriors, Child Help, Muscular Dystrophy Association, Susan G. Komen Foundation, The Jerry Lewis Telethon, and many more.”

“Most importantly, we will remember him as a husband, a Father, a Papa, a Father in Law, and a great friend. He has touched so many lives and will be greatly missed,” she concluded the message.

Ron passed away of natural causes, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Our thoughts to go to Ron‘s family and friends at this difficult time. We have tragically lost many stars in 2022.