Her last stage appearance was in 2006 . Arthur dies of cancer at age 86 , spokesman says . `` Golden Girls '' , '' `` Golden Girls '' star was at home with family in New York City . Actress Bea Arthur is survived by 12 sons and grandchildren .
Arthur dies of cancer at age 86 , spokesman says . `` Golden Girls '' , '' `` Golden Girls '' star was at home with family in New York City . Actress Bea Arthur is survived by 12 sons and grandchildren .