What the Kids from Your Favorite Classic Sitcoms Look Like Today

By Debbie Strong April 5, 2016

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then and now

You’ll never forget the famous faces of these beloved childhood TV stars–but wait until you see what they look like (and what they’re up to) today.

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The Munsters

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He's still unmistakable as young Eddie Munster from 1960s hit "The Munsters," but today Butch Patrick, who has battled prostate cancer and alcoholism, still dabbles in acting.
Bewitched

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Erin Murphy was beloved as young Tabitha on 1960s sitcom "Bewitched." Now, Murphy (shown in 2015) still acts, volunteers for charity, runs a successful clothing business, and is a mom to six sons.
Classic Tv Kids Patty Duke

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Patty Duke starred as both cousins on The Patty Duke Show. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 1982, Duke became an advocate for mental health issues. She died in March 2016 of sepsis from a ruptured intestine.
Andy Griffith Show

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First famous for his role as Opie on 1950s classic "The Andy Griffith Show," Ron Howard is today an accomplished director, producer, and actor who received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2015.
Lassie

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Jon Provost played Timmy Martin on "Lassie" as a young boy. Today, he continues to work in films, works tirelessly for animal causes, and often speaks publicly about classic American TV and culture.
Tv Classic Kids Sherry Jackson

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She played daughter Terry Williams on 1950s hit "The Danny Thomas Show," but Sherry Jackson had an acting career that lasted well into the 1980s. Now retired, she still does occasional interviews.
Classic Tv Kids Elinor Donahue

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She starred on family classic "Father Knows Best" and had a long acting career afterward. Today, Elinor Donahue has four sons and is the author of a recipe book that highlights her favorite Hollywood memories.
I Love Lucy

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He played the adorable Little Ricky on "I Love Lucy" in the 1950s. Now, Keith Thibodeaux and his wife own a Christian ballet studio called “Ballet Magnificat!” in Jackson, Mississippi.
Classic Tv Kids Barry Livingston

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Since playing the adorable adopted son Ernie on "My 3 Sons," Barry Livingston has had a long acting career, appearing most recently on "The New Adventures of Old Christine," "Two and a Half Men," and "Anger Management."
Leave it to Beaver

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Jerry Mathers won hearts as "the Beav" on "Leave It to Beaver" in the 1950s. Today, he's a successful businessman and broadcaster who appears on national talk-radio programs.
Leave it to Beaver 2

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Meanwhile, Tony Dow played angelic older brother Wally Beaver. After spending years writing and directing, the former actor is now a respected sculptor and artist.
Dick Van Dyke Show

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Since Larry Mathews played Ritchie Petrie on "The Dick Van Dyke Show" in the 1960s, he's worked as an actor and account executive and has given numerous talks to discuss his famous role.
Dennis the Menace

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Jay North played the mischievous Dennis Mitchell "Dennis the Menace" in the 1960s, and later used his experiences as a troubled child performer to counsel other children working in entertainment.
Donna Reed Show

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First well known for her role as Mary Stone on "The Donna Reed Show" in the 50s, Shelley Fabares (shown in 2015) later played Hayden Fox's love interest on "Coach" and is an accomplished singer.