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One of the most iconic characters ever: "Flo." With her signature catchphrase "kiss my grits" Polly Holliday was the true star of "Alice." While I was never a big fan of the show, I sure liked her character a lot. Her interactions with Mel (Vic Tayback) were just hilarious. Her catchphrase was once voted one of the most well-known phrases in TV history. It is a shame she left the series after 5 years (1976-1980). I have read many articles throughout the years that she and Linda Lavin "Alice" on the show, could not stand one another. Thus, Polly left and did a short-lived spin-off. Ironic why they call it acting. Polly often said she was the polar opposite of the character she portayed. While she did make a number of films, she will always be remembered for "Alice." Years ago, I did get her autograph through the mail. While it was a very unplesant experience, I am glad I got anything back. Polly was 88.