Actor Hal Williams, who portrayed Officer Smitty on 'Sanford and Son' and Lester Jenkins on '227,' has died. He was 91.

The actor Hal Williams has died. He was best known for playing Officer "Smitty" Smith in the 1970s hit TV show Sanford and Son. He was 91.

Hal Williams, who starred as Officer “Smitty” Smith on the 1970s sitcom Sanford and Son and Lester Jenkins on the 1980s sitcom "227," has died.

Best known for playing Office 'Smitty' Smith, Hal died at the age of 91 in July 2026. We're remembering him here.

Veteran actor Hal Williams, known for his roles on "Sanford and Son," "Private Benjamin" and "227," has died at his home at ...

Williams is probably best known for playing Officer "Smitty" Smith on Sanford and Son, one half-of a beloved police duo who ...