Cindy Williams pays tribute to her friend Penny Marshall following her death on Monday.

The actress, 71, who starred alongside Marshall in the sitcom “Laverne & Shirley”, issued a heartfelt statement to “Today” on Wednesday.

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“What an extraordinary loss. My good friend, Penny Marshall is gone – one in a million,” Williams said, adding, “Utterly unique, a truly great talent. And, oh what fun we had! Can’t describe how I’ll miss her.”

After hearing of Marshall’s death, Williams tweeted, “Love you, partner,” along with the iconic “L” that Marshall’s Laverne would wear on the show.

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Marshall died of complications from diabetes Monday night at her Hollywood Hills home. She was 75.

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