Soap opera and classic TV fans across generations are mourning the loss of June Lockhart, the beloved star of Lost in Space, who also charmed viewers as Felicia’s grandmother Mariah on General Hospital. The television icon passed away at 100, and among those remembering her with love was Felicia’s portrayer, Kristina Wagner. The actress shared a heartfelt post on social media recalling not only Lockhart’s warmth and elegance on set, but her wicked sense of humor behind the scenes.
Key Takeaways
- June Lockhart, star of Lost in Space and Felicia’s grandmother Mariah on GH, passed away at 100.
- Kristina Wagner shared a heartfelt tribute, remembering Lockhart’s elegance on screen and her sassy humor behind the scenes.
- Fans flooded social media with love, memories, and condolences.
- Many praised Lockhart’s performances on both daytime and primetime TV.
- Viewers remembered her warmth and iconic roles, proving the lasting impact she had across generations.
Wagner’s Tribute
On X, formerly Twitter, Wagner reposted Soap Opera Digest’s announcement of Lockhart’s passing, which read, “June Lockhart, star of stage and screen who played Felicia’s grandmother, Mariah, on General Hospital, has passed away at 100 years of age.”
She added her own words to the post, writing, “June was so elegant and sweet as Felicia’s grandmother, but behind the scenes, she was sassy and loads of fun. At the end of each workday, she would say, ‘This nightmare is finally over!’ 😆 Rest in peace, June. ❤️”
Her tribute struck a chord with fans, who remember Lockhart not only for her soap role, but also her legendary TV career. Comment after comment reflected just how much she meant to generations of viewers who grew up watching her on screen — or fell in love with her later on.
A Legacy That Stuck With Viewers
Fans flooded the comments with tributes of their own. One viewer wrote, “Loved her on Lost in Space and on General Hospital. 💔😢” Another added, “So sad. Miss June Lockhart will ALWAYS be Mariah, Felicia’s grandma, and Dr. Janet on Petticoat Junction. R.I.P Miss. June, well done.”
Others echoed their sadness and gratitude. “May she finally rest in peace. May God bless her weary soul! Thank you for all the years you gave us as Felicia’s grandmother on GH!!” said one fan. And another shared, “I remember her in GH and Lost in Space 😔.”
