Linda Lavin and her husband Steve Bakunas are shown at the park they constructed on Marstellar Street near the Red Barn Studio. (StarNews file photo)

Wilmington resident Linda Lavin is an American singer and actress best known for playing the title character in the sitcom “Alice” (1976-1985) and for her Broadway performances.

Lavin and husband Steve Bakunas moved to Wilmington in 2005 and work locally to rehabilitate impoverished neighborhoods, including renovating homes, donating a park to the city and creating a community theater.

Date posted: February 19, 2009