India, Jan. 31 -- SITCOM star Grady Demond Wilson has passed away at the age of 79, confirmed his son.

The actor, who is most recognized for his role as Lamont Sanford in the NBC series Sanford and Son, passed away at his residence in Palm Springs, California on Friday.

His son, Demond Wilson Jr., confirmed the news to TMZ, stating that his father succumbed to cancer after a prolonged battle.

He has led tributes for the cherished actor, expressing, "I love him. He was a great man."

Wilson Jr. did not disclose the specific type of cancer his father had or the date of his diagnosis.

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