In the early 70s, Maude tackled some very controversial issues that really hadn't been addressed on tv -- abortion, alcoholism, suicide. The show was pulled by several stations for a time period. RIP.
Truly a great actress. I am a bit younger so I remember her mainly on Golden Girls. Who ever thought a young male would be so taken by a show with 4 retired ladies! It was great. RIP.
I'll always remember her for her role in The Star Wars Christmas Special...and the references to her nude pictures in Airheads.
"Archie... you're a loud, bald, fat man." Truly an actress who new how to deliver a line with perfect timing.