Sondra Lee: key obituary facts
Is Sondra Lee dead? Yes. Sondra Lee died on February 23, 2026, at age 97.
Cause of death: Sondra Lee's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Sondra Lee known for?
Sondra Lee was an American actress (Hello.
More about Sondra Lee
Born: September 30, 1928.
Occupations: Actress, dancer, teacher.
Years active: 1945–2025.
Sondra Lee, an American actress, dancer and teacher known for her Broadway work, died on February 23, 2026.
Born Sondra Lee Gash in Newark, New Jersey, on September 30, 1928, she performed on Broadway and was known for appearing in the original productions of Peter Pan in 1954 and Hello, Dolly! in 1964.
She also taught acting courses at New York University and at the Stella Adler Conservatory. Lee’s career extended from 1945 to 2025.
Sondra Lee Gash (September 30, 1928 – February 23, 2026) was an American actress, teacher and dancer who performed on Broadway. She was known for her theatrical musical appearances, most notably appearing in the original productions of Peter Pan (1954) and Hello, Dolly! (1964). Aside from acting, she also taught acting courses at New York University and at the Stella Adler Conservatory.