Kristy McNichol

Quick Facts

Full Name	Kristy McNichol
Occupation	TV Actress
Date Of Birth	Sep 11, 1962(1962-09-11)
Age	62
Birthplace	Los Angeles
Country	United States
Birth City	California
Horoscope	Virgo

Kristy McNichol Biography

Kristy McNichol is one of the most popular and richest TV Actress who was born on September 11, 1962 in Los Angeles, California, United States. Actress who grew up starring on the TV drama Family from 1976 to

1980. She became known for playing Barbara Weston on the sitcom Empty Nest.

Desi Arnaz was a friend of her family’s.

McNichol was born in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of James and Carolyn McNichol. Her father was a carpenter and her mother worked odd jobs to support the family, including as a secretary, cosmetics salesperson, and movie extra. McNichol is half Irish on her father’s side and her mother is of Lebanese descent. She appeared with her brother Jimmy McNichol in commercials and later, on her own, in guest appearances on such other series as Starsky & Hutch; The Bionic Woman; Love, American Style; and The Love Boat, thanks to family friend Desi Arnaz. Her first stint as a series regular came in the role of Patricia Apple in the short-lived CBS television series Apple’s Way (1974).

In 1976, she was cast as Letitia “Buddy” Lawrence in the television drama series Family (1976–80), for which she earned two Emmy Awards for Best Supporting Actress in a Dramatic Series (1977 and 1979).

Her parents are Carolyn Lucas and Jim McNichol.

Kristy McNichol Net Worth

Kristy McNichol is one of the richest TV Actress from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Kristy McNichol 's net worth $4 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

She made guest appearances on Starsky and Hutch, The Love Boat and The Bionic Woman.

She retired from acting at 32 when she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

Christina Ann McNichol (born September 11, 1962) is an American actress, comedian, producer, and singer.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Kristy McNichol height 5 feet 3 inches Kristy weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Kristy McNichol Dating?

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McNichol was nominated for a Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actress for her performance in the 1982 movie The Pirate Movie. That same year, she suffered an emotional breakdown while playing the lead role in the comedy-drama Just the Way You Are; filming had to be interrupted for a year. She later said that the breakdown had been caused by the pressures of her childhood career, as well as the pressure to hide her sexuality from the public.

Facts & Trivia

Kristy Ranked on the list of most popular TV Actress. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Kristy McNichol celebrates birthday on September 11 of every year.

In June 2001, McNichol announced that she had retired from acting. Her publicist released this statement:

Top Facts about Kristy McNichol

1. Kristy McNichol is an American actress born in 1962.
2. She gained fame for her role in the TV show “Family.”
3. McNichol won two Emmy Awards for her performance on “Family.”
4. She also starred in the film “Little Darlings” (1980).
5. McNichol retired from acting in the mid-1990s.
6. She publicly came out as a lesbian in 2012.
7. McNichol has been an advocate for mental health awareness.
8. She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and took a break from acting to focus on her health.
9. In 2021, she made a rare public appearance at a charity event.
10. Kristy McNichol’s talent and impact continue to be remembered by fans worldwide.

Who is Kristy McNichol married to?

Kristy McNichol
Occupation| Actress singer comedian
Years active| 1970–1999
Known for| Family, Empty Nest and Little Darlings
Spouse| Martie Allen

What happened to the actress Kristy Mcnichols?

Her mental health issues caused her to drop out of a film and drop a television show. Eventually, McNichol was diagnosed with bipolar disorder , she shared her diagnosis and politely bowed out of the acting world in the early 1990s. She states that she retired from acting for her own sanity and peace of mind.

Are Kristy and Jimmy McNichol twins?

McNichol is the oldest of three siblings, with a sister Kristy (b. 1962) and brother Tommy (b. 1965).

What is Kristy Mcnichols net worth?

Net Worth: $4 Million
Date of Birth:| Sep 11, 1962 (60 years old)
Gender:| Female
Height:| 5 ft 2 in (1.6 m)
Profession:| Actor, Singer

Did Kristy McNichol have a baby?

The couple welcomed their son, Nash McNichol , that year. Their daughter, Ellis McNichol, was born in 1998.