These '70s and '80s Child Stars Look Nothing Like You Remember

Tucker has been a successful country singer and songwriter since the early 1970s. She has had a number of popular albums, hit songs, and Country Music Association award nominations. Her 2019 album While I'm Livin' won the Grammy Award for Best Country Album.

Johnny Whitaker

From 1966 to 1971, Johnny Whitaker played the young redheaded Jody Davis on Family Affair. He also portrayed Scotty Baldwin in General Hospital.

 After years of substance abuse, Whitaker was subject to an intervention by his family, who threatened to cut off contact with him unless he sought help. In 2011, Whitaker said that he had been sober for 13 years.

Scott Baio

Scott Baio is known for portraying one of the most iconic characters of the time: Chachi Arcola in Happy Days. Baio also appeared in Bugsy Malone.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.