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The redheaded Whitaker played Jody Davis on Family Affair from 1966 to 1971. He originated the role of Scotty Baldwin on General Hospital in 1965, played the lead in Hallmark's 1969 The Littlest Angel, [2] and portrayed the title character in the 1973 musical version of Tom Sawyer.
While producing Kathy's story, the Oprah: Where Are They Now? production team reached out to Johnny Whitaker to invite him to surprise Kathy. Moments before ...
Jan 13, 2022 · Whitaker's work as an addiction counselor hits close to home in more than one way: Anissa Jones, who played Jody's twin Buffy on Family Affair, died of a drug overdose at age 18. He started acting again.
Family Affair: Created by Don Fedderson, Edmund L. Hartmann. With Brian Keith, Kathy Garver, Anissa Jones, Johnny Whitaker. Bill's comfortable lifestyle must change when he receives a group of unexpected long-term guests.
Jun 1, 2016 · Johnny Whitaker played Jody, the freckle-faced, adorable orphan on the sweet sitcom "Family Affair," which ran from 1966-1971.
Aug 20, 2016 · On August 28, 1976, Anissa Jones, 18, was found dead of a massive drug overdose at the home of a friend in Oceanside, California. Her death was later ruled accidental. Johnny Whitaker, of course, was devastated by the loss of his Family Affair co-star.
Sep 17, 2023 · ‘Family Affair’ star survived a decade of drug abuse – and now he’s back in the LDS Church. Johnny Whitaker, now 63, will appear at FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention on Saturday, Sept. 23.
Johnny Whitaker Exclusive Interview. Actor, Child Star Johnny is best known for his work as Jody in the CBS Television Series, Family Affair 1966-1971.
Finding it harder to transition into young adult roles and following the tragic death of his 18-year-old Family Affair (1966) co-star Anissa Jones, he took what was supposed to be an extended sabbatical from acting and a return to "normalcy" by attending public schools again. He instead went into missionary work.
Johnny Whitaker as Jonathan [3] "Jody" Davis - Keith suggested Whitaker for the role. Jody and Buffy were originally supposed to be different ages, but after seeing how good Whitaker looked with Anissa Jones, who had already been cast, the producers decided to change them to twins.
Johnny Whitaker, who became famous at 7 playing Jody Davis in the TV series Family Affair, fought so many struggles — addiction and marital failure, among them — in his life. During an interview, the 63-year-old reflected honestly on his life.
Feb 2, 2011 · Forty years ago, the boy known as Johnny Whitaker had one of the most famous freckled faces in Hollywood, playing Jody on the popular sitcom “Family Affair” from 1966 to 1971 and Tom Sawyer...
Apr 9, 2024 · Johnny Whitaker on the cast of Family Affair and today / Everett Collection / ImageCollect. Jody is an adorable and recognizable character with his red hair and freckles and is one-half of the twins. He was a responsible kid, so the opposite of Dennis the Menace. Jody was grounded and sincere.
Viewers fell in love with the cast that made up the blended family of Family Affair, but what happened to Jody’s actor, Johnny Whitaker, after the series ended? Johnny Whitaker was born as John Orson Whitaker, Jr. on December 13, 1959.
A former child star who was rocketed into the spotlight thanks to the hit show Family Affair has opened up about his brutal descent into drug addiction and alcoholism.
May 15, 2022 · John chats with Johnny Whitaker about his time on "Family Affair" as well as the unfortunate passing of Anissa Jones "Buffy" and Brian Keith. He also talks about his experience working...
Johnny Whitaker. Young actor Johnny Whitaker played Jody, the six-year-old twin to Buffy. After his time on the show, he continued acting, but at one point left Hollywood. Read Full Story....
Jul 18, 2024 · In addition to charming primetime viewers on Family Affair as adorable Jody, Johnny starred in kid-friendly fare including Saturday morning’s Sigmund and the Sea Monsters and the 1973 musical...
Mar 21, 2024 · Actor Johnny Whitaker became a child star on the television series “Family Affair” and went on to live a turbulent life. Today, he shares a message of faith and overcoming addiction at a county jail.
Sep 5, 2022 · Family Affair ended in 1971 when Johnny was 12 but his career didn’t slow down. He continued to find work in film and television. In 1971, he appeared in the two-part episode “Waste” on the show Gunsmoke – having previously appeared on the show in a 1967 episode as a different character.
Family Affair (TV Series 1966–1971) Johnny Whitaker as Jonathan 'Jody' Patterson-Davis, Jody Davis.
Mar 19, 2024 · Johnny Whitaker, a former child star who appeared in the sitcom "Family Affair," struggled with drugs and alcohol before helping others through his ministry.
John Orson Whitaker, Jr, dit Johnny Whitaker, est un acteur américain, né le 13 décembre 1959 à Los Angeles en Californie [1].Il est connu pour avoir interprété plusieurs personnages pendant son enfance, tels que Jody Davis dans la série télévisée Cher oncle Bill (Family Affair, 1966-1971), Scotty Baldwin dans Hôpital central (General Hospital, 1965) et Tom Sawyer dans le film ...
Jul 18, 2022 · If you’re above the age of 45 you’ve likely watched Family Affair and you’re a fan of Johnny Whitaker who played young Jody in the show.