Step by Step Cast Then and Now
Hi, I’m John Johnson and welcome to my guide on the Step by Step cast then and now.
Introduction
If you’re a fan of the ’90s television show Step by Step, you may be wondering what happened to the cast members. In this article, I will take you on a journey of the Step by Step cast then and now, including some interesting facts and statistics.
Curiosities and Interesting Information
- Step by Step aired from 1991 to 1998 on ABC
- The show was created by William Bickley and Michael Warren
- The show followed the lives of two families who blended together when they became step-siblings after their parents got married
- The show was known for its catchy theme song and opening credits featuring a roller coaster
- The show’s final episode aired on June 26, 1998
The Cast Then
The main cast of Step by Step consisted of:
- Patrick Duffy as Frank Lambert
- Suzanne Somers as Carol Foster Lambert
- Brandon Call as J.T. Lambert
- Christine Lakin as Alicia Al Lambert
- Josh Byrne as Brendan Lambert
- Staci Keanan as Dana Foster
- Angela Watson as Karen Foster
- Christopher Castile as Mark Foster
- Patrika Darbo as Penny Baker
The Cast Now
So, what happened to the cast members after the show ended?
Patrick Duffy
Patrick Duffy continued to act after Step by Step, appearing in shows like Dallas and The Bold and the Beautiful. He also became a published author, releasing books like Man from Atlantis and The Crabby Cook Cookbook.
Suzanne Somers
Suzanne Somers also continued to act, appearing in shows like Caroline in the City and Las Vegas. She also became a bestselling author, writing books about health and wellness. In 2015, she competed on Dancing with the Stars.
Brandon Call
Brandon Call left acting after Step by Step and eventually became a firefighter. He has stayed out of the public eye for many years.
Christine Lakin
Christine Lakin continued to act after Step by Step, appearing in shows like Veronica Mars and Melissa & Joey. She also became a voice actress, lending her voice to animated shows like Family Guy and The Loud House.
Josh Byrne
Josh Byrne left acting after Step by Step and has stayed out of the public eye for many years.
Staci Keanan
Staci Keanan continued to act after Step by Step, appearing in shows like Diagnosis Murder and Holy Man. She also changed her name to her birth name, Anastasia Sagorsky, and became a lawyer.
Angela Watson
Angela Watson left acting after Step by Step and eventually became a real estate agent. She has stayed out of the public eye for many years.
Christopher Castile
Christopher Castile left acting after Step by Step and eventually became a political science professor at Biola University.
Patrika Darbo
Patrika Darbo continued to act after Step by Step, appearing in shows like Days of Our Lives and The Bold and the Beautiful. She also became an advocate for the rights of actors and was elected to the board of governors of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
My Personal Experience
I grew up watching Step by Step and it was one of my favorite shows. I always wondered what happened to the cast members after the show ended. When I did some research and found out, I was surprised by some of the things they did after the show ended.
FAQs
What happened to the Step by Step cast?
The cast members went on to do various things after the show ended. Patrick Duffy and Suzanne Somers continued to act and became authors. Brandon Call, Josh Byrne, and Angela Watson left acting and have stayed out of the public eye for many years. Christine Lakin continued to act and became a voice actress. Staci Keanan became a lawyer. Christopher Castile became a political science professor. Patrika Darbo continued to act and became an advocate for actors.
Why did some of the cast members leave acting?
It’s not entirely clear why some of the cast members left acting. Some may have wanted to pursue other careers or interests, while others may have simply decided to step out of the spotlight.
Will there ever be a Step by Step reunion?
There have been no official plans for a Step by Step reunion, but the cast members have reunited in the past for interviews and events.