Still Shining at 98: June Lockhart’s Unstoppable Legacy Across Generations
At 98 years young, June Lockhart remains a cherished icon of American television, her career stretching across nearly nine decades. Best known for her role as Ruth Martin—Timmy’s kind and steady mother on Lassie from 1958 to 1964—Lockhart became a comforting presence in homes across the country. Working alongside young Jon Provost and a beloved lineup of courageous collies, she helped shape one of the most enduring family shows in television history.
But Lockhart’s journey didn’t stop at the family farm. She soon rocketed into sci-fi fame as Dr. Maureen Robinson on Lost in Space (1965–1968), playing the brilliant and composed mother navigating the dangers of outer space. From classic sitcoms like Bewitched and Petticoat Junction to dramatic turns on General Hospital, Magnum, P.I., and even Grey’s Anatomy, Lockhart proved time and again that her talent knew no bounds.
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