Kristy McNichol

Kristy McNichol is an American former actress known for her role as 'Buddy' Lawrence on the TV drama 'Family' and her Emmy Award-winning performance.

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Profession :

TV Actress

Birthday :

September 11, 1962

Age :

62

Christina Ann McNichol, known as Kristy McNichol, was born on September 11, 1962, and is a former American actress. She gained fame for her role as “Buddy” Lawrence in the Aaron Spelling TV drama Family, which earned her two Emmy Awards. McNichol also appeared in films such as Little Darlings and Only When I Laugh, and later played Barbara Weston in the sitcom Empty Nest. In 2001, she retired from acting to concentrate on her health and personal life. McNichol publicly came out as a lesbian in 2012, becoming a supportive figure for the LGBTQ+ community.