‘Hee Haw' actor, singer dead at 78
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — An iconic comedian and gospel singer who performed at President Ronald Reagan's inauguration has died.
RFDTV.com reported Lulu Roman, best known for her different roles on 'Hee Haw,' died Wednesday, April 23 at 78.
Over the years, Roman performed alongside some legendary artists, including Dolly Parton and George Jones, according to her obituary.
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Spotify lists 'On The Battlefield,' 'That's The Man I'm Looking For,' 'The King of Who I Am,' 'The Old Church House' and more as songs she is known best for.
'Roman proved to be both an adept comedian and a talented singer, becoming a mainstay on the comedy variety show while also developing a career as a gospel singer,' said the obituary.
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