Melissa Gilbert

Melissa Gilbert

May 8, 1964 (61 years old) in Los Angeles, California, USA

Melissa Ellen Gilbert (born May 8, 1964) is an American actress, writer, and producer, primarily in movies and television. Gilbert is best known as a child actress who co-starred as Charles Ingalls's (played by Michael Landon) second daughter, Laura Ingalls Wilder, on the dramatic television series Little House on the Prairie (1974–1984). As an adult, she has a very long list of acting, voicework, writing, producing, and directing credits. Melissa also served two terms as President of the Screen Actors Guild. On June 9, 2009, her autobiography Prairie Tale: A Memoir was released.

Known For

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
The Kelly Clarkson Show The Kelly Clarkson Show
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen
Dancing with the Stars Dancing with the Stars
Little House on the Prairie Little House on the Prairie

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