American actress
Born: November 7, 1964
Died: May 8, 1999
Dana Plato (1964–1999) was an American actress best known for her role as Kimberly Drummond in the 1980s TV sitcom “Diff’rent Strokes.” Born in Maywood, California, Plato’s acting career began at a young age when she appeared in various television commercials. Her breakthrough came with “Diff’rent Strokes,” where she played the character of Kimberly, the wholesome older sister in a mixed-race family, which resonated with audiences.
However, Plato faced personal struggles, including substance abuse and legal issues, which affected her career. Her departure from “Diff’rent Strokes” in 1984 marked a challenging period in her life. Despite occasional appearances in films and TV shows, she found it difficult to break away from the typecasting associated with her famous role.
Tragically, Dana Plato passed away in 1999 at the age of 34 due to a drug overdose, leaving behind a complex legacy that reflected both the pressures of child stardom and the challenges of navigating life beyond it. Her life serves as a cautionary tale about the difficulties faced by child actors in the entertainment industry.
Dana Plato’s 5 most popular quotes
- I think the whole nerves thing comes into play when we worry about what other people and society will think.
- In my opinion it’s not about gay or straight or bi, we’re attracted to spirits, whatever body they’re in. There are other reasons too, but that’s how I see it.
- I’m tired of defending my character. I am what I am. What you see is what you get.
- Im open-minded. I dont consider myself gay or hetero, I just am. Ive had experiences all over the planet but it always comes down to just me, but I think at this point if I had an ongoing relationship I believe it would be with a man.
- All that money stuff was so strange; all it ever meant to me was freedom from worry. I’m happier now than I’ve ever been but I still wish I had that money.
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