Williams, best known for his role as Officer ‘Smitty’ Smith on the NBC sitcom Sanford and Son between 1972 and 1976, died on July 15, 2026, at his home in Rancho Mirage, a representative for the actor told Deadline. No cause of death was released at the time of publication.
In the comment section of the interview, fans acknowledged how sharp Williams was for his age, with one user writing, "It was so great seeing Hal Williams doing so well, he is still sharp as a tack and seems in relatively good health." While a second fan jokingly acknowledged how good Williams looked, adding, "At 87 years old to be that sharp and also to have a head full of hair is an absolute blessing."
Over the last sixty years, Williams had a long and varied career in television, including appearances on The Waltons, Gunsmoke, Roots: The Next Generation, Knots Landing, and many more. Having appeared in nearly 30 series. Most recently, Williams had a guest appearance on an episode of the CBS drama Matlock in 2024.
Williams also appeared in more than ten feature films, including appearances in Herbie Rides Again, The Cherokee Kid, Guess Who, Night Club, and Flight.
According to Deadline, Williams is survived by two children, three grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
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