‘What’s Happening!!’ Star Danielle Spencer Passes Away After Private Health Battle

Fans are grieving the loss of actress Danielle Spencer, renowned for her portrayal of Dee Thomas on the beloved 1970s sitcom “What’s Happening!!,” who passed away on August 12. The former child star lost her long-standing battle with cancer at a hospital in Richmond, Virginia, at the age of 60.Her co-star Haywood Nelson announced the tragic news on Instagram, describing her as a “brilliant, loving, positive, pragmatic warrior” who has finally found peace. Fans expressed their condolences and shared memories of how Spencer brought joy during their childhoods.Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014, she underwent a double mastectomy in 2018 and faced numerous health struggles throughout her life. Spencer starred in “What’s Happening!!” from 1976 to 1979, but her career faced challenges after a serious car accident in 1977. Although she overcame significant hurdles, her health continued to decline, culminating in paralysis from the waist down by 2014. Spencer’s impact resonated deeply with her fans, many of whom remembered her character fondly, grieving her passing and celebrating her legacy. (Photo: Wiki Fandom TV)