About Linda Cook
Lived 1948 – 2012 (aged 63). Linda Cook was an American actor, television actor, voice actor, stage actor and actress.
Linda O. Cook (June 8, 1948 – April 12, 2012) was an American actress, best known for her portrayal of Egypt Jones Masters on the American daytime soap opera Loving from 1988 to 1991, and from 1993 to 1994.
Early life Cook was born in Lubbock, Texas, but left there at age three due to her father's frequent job transfers. In 1985, she starred opposite Carroll O'Connor and Frances Sternhagen in the Broadway play Home Front.
Personal life She was diagnosed with breast cancer in the early-1990s and died in 2012 at age 63.
Filmography
Film
Television
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Linda Cook?
American actress (1948-2012)
When was Linda Cook born?
Linda Cook was born on 8 June 1948 in Lubbock.
When did Linda Cook die?
Linda Cook died on 12 April 2012 in New York City.
What was Linda Cook's occupation?
Linda Cook was an actor, television actor, voice actor, stage actor and actress.
What nationality was Linda Cook?
Linda Cook was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Linda Cook (actress)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Linda Cook. https://biography.guide/linda-cook-actor/
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