This actress rose to fame for her role in “Bewitched,” where her big blue eyes and blonde locks made her an endearing character. Today, social media users are stunned to see she still looks as “stunning as ever” decades later.”Bewitched” was a popular sitcom that charmed viewers in the 1960s, following the lives of a witch and her mortal husband. Among the show’s most memorable cast was the child star behind the character Tabitha Stephens.Years after the show ended, the actress surprised her fans with her appearance at 60, proving that some stars never lose their shine. See how she looks now and learn about her surprising journey over the years, including leaving Hollywood for motherhood.
A Hollywood Star’s Magical Rise to Fame
The enchanting world of 1960s television introduced countless beloved characters, but one show that stood out for its charm and humor was “Bewitched.” Among the magical antics of witches and mortals, a young star quickly captured viewers’ hearts.At just three years old, the Hollywood actress was cast as the charming and mischievous Tabitha Stephens, sharing the screen with legends like Elizabeth Montgomery and Agnes Moorehead.For the early part of the series, she shared the role with her twin sister, but the character solely became hers as the two grew. The Hollywood star appeared in over 100 episodes, remaining with “Bewitched” until it ended in 1972.By the time the series concluded, she had already become one of Hollywood’s most recognized child actors. Despite her success, she didn’t limit herself to just one show. Beyond “Bewitched,” she also worked on numerous commercials, including a detergent ad with Ronald Reagan.
Competing against other young stars such as Helen Hunt and Jodie Foster at auditions, the child actress frequently outshined them. However, when the actress turned 8, she returned to life as a normal California kid.Instead of joining the cast of “The Waltons” and “Fantasy Island,” she enjoyed Girl Scouts camp and landed a spot on the cheerleading squad. Over time, she distanced herself from the business, moving to Orange County and only returning to Los Angeles for guaranteed jobs.”It wasn’t difficult for me. I continued acting and actually turned down jobs. I had a pretty easy transition away from it. I think a lot of it is in some ways I walked away from the business before maybe the business kicked me out,” the actress revealed.
A New Chapter – Motherhood and Family Life
As the magic of her child star days faded, the actress embraced a new role that would be just as life-changing — that of a devoted mother. Her first marriage to Terry Rogers in 1984 marked the beginning of this chapter.
They moved to Tucson, Arizona, where she adapted to a life far from the glitz of Hollywood, taking on various jobs, including working as a stunt double and a karaoke hostess.
During their marriage, they had two sons, Jason and Grant, but after five years, the couple divorced. This change led the actress back to California to raise her boys.Four years after her first divorce, she married rock musician Eric Eden, and the couple welcomed a son, Clark. However, their relationship would not last, and in 1998, they divorced, prompting the actress to return to her California roots once again.She later said “I do” for the third time to Darren Dunckel two months after meeting him in 1998. Together, they have welcomed three sons, and the actress found herself caring for a bustling household of six children.”It’s a lot of fun. It’s a crazy but fun lifestyle,” the actress said of life with her boys. “People always ask me if I’m Mormon. I only have one sister, and I grew up thinking ‘The Brady Bunch’ was the greatest show, so I always did want a big family. But ideally, I always wanted one boy and one girl, so maybe if I’d had a girl in there, I might have stopped at three or sooner, but I wouldn’t change anything,” she added.
