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Dr. Danielle Spencer, 'What's Happening!!' star turned veterinarian, remembered at memorial service

'What's Happening!!' star Dr. Danielle Spencer honored at memorial
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RICHMOND, Va. β€” Friends, family and loved ones gathered to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Danielle Spencer during her memorial service on Thursday.

The beloved child star turned veterinarian passed away on Aug. 11 at 60 years old.

Spencer was known worldwide as "Dee" from the popular 1970s sitcom "What's Happening!!" She later became a veterinarian in the Richmond area.

Those who knew her are remembering her for her determination to live fully and the positive mark she left on people and animals alike.

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