Lake Worth Beach, Florida – Actress Cindy Morgan, known for her role as Lacey Underall in the 1980 film “Caddyshack,” has passed away at the age of 69 due to natural causes, according to officials. Morgan gained fame for her portrayal of the blond bombshell in the comedy hit, which also starred Bill Murray, Rodney Dangerfield, and Chevy Chase.
In addition to “Caddyshack,” Morgan also made a name for herself in the 80s sci-fi movie “Tron,” where she played the dual roles of Dr. Lora Baines and computer program Yori alongside Jeff Bridges.
Morgan’s roommate contacted the police when she returned home from a holiday trip and discovered a strong odor coming from inside the house on December 30, 2023. Authorities found Morgan deceased in her room, and no foul play is suspected.
Before her film career, Morgan graduated from Northern Illinois University with a degree in communications. She began her career in the entertainment industry working as both a news anchor on a local TV station in Rockford and a radio disc jockey in Chicago. Morgan then moved to Los Angeles, where she appeared in TV commercials for brands like Irish Spring before landing her breakout role in “Caddyshack.”
Throughout her career, Morgan also made appearances on various TV shows, including “The Love Boat,” “Bring ‘Em Back Alive,” “The Fall Guy,” “The Larry Sanders Show,” and “Under Suspicion.”
Cindy Morgan’s death is a loss to the entertainment industry, and she will be remembered for her memorable roles in “Caddyshack” and “Tron.”