Peggy King, Beloved Singer and Television Star of Hollywood’s Golden Age, Dies at 96

Hollywood has lost another familiar face from its golden age. Peggy King, the talented singer and actress who charmed American audiences throughout the 1950s, has died at the age of 96, leaving behind a legacy of music, television appearances, and unforgettable performances.

According to Variety, her publicist, Alan Eicher, confirmed that King died on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Saunders House, an assisted living facility in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania. She had previously been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.

Born on February 16, 1930, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, King discovered her passion for music early in life. Singing would eventually become the foundation of a career that brought her from local radio stations to some of America’s most recognizable television programs.

After graduating from Ravenna High School, she began singing on the radio in Cleveland, Ohio. Her talent and distinctive personality soon opened doors to bigger opportunities, eventually making her a familiar presence in American entertainment.