Loni Anderson’s cause of death revealed

The cause of death for Loni Anderson has been revealed.

A report from TMZ states that the “WKRP in Cincinnati” star died from metastatic uterine leiomyosarcoma, a rare form of cancer.

According to the National Organization for Rare Disorders, Uterine leiomyosarcoma starts in the uterus and may spread "to other areas of the body, especially the lungs and liver often causing life-threatening complications.”

No other contributing factors were listed for her cause of death.

Anderson died on August 3 at a Los Angeles hospital following a “prolonged” illness, said her longtime publicist, Cheryl J. Kagan.

“We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our dear wife, mother and grandmother,” Anderson’s family said in a statement.

“WKRP in Cincinnati” aired from 1978-1982 and was set in a flagging Ohio radio station trying to reinvent itself with rock music. The cast included Gary Sandy, Tim Reid, Howard Hesseman, Frank Bonner and Jan Smithers, alongside Anderson as the sexy and smart Jennifer Marlowe.

As the station’s receptionist, the blonde and high-heeled Jennifer used her sex appeal to deflect unwanted business calls for her boss, Mr. Carlson. Her efficiency often kept the station running in the face of others’ incompetence.

The role earned Anderson two Emmy Award nominations and three Golden Globe nominations.

Anderson starred on the big screen alongside Burt Reynolds in the 1983 comedy “Stroker Ace” and the two later married and became tabloid fixtures before divorcing in 1994.