Meredith Baxter: Actress and Inspirational Breast Cancer Survivor
One of the most common types of cancer is breast cancer, which continues to wage war on millions of women (and yes, even men), every single day.
Meredith Baxter is one of these women. And thankfully, she emerged victoriously, beating her breast cancer, and becoming a survivor.
“Family Ties”: A Classic Pop Culture Norm Still Relevant Today
Despite the many years since its premiere, this show is still as popular and relevant today as it was back in the ‘80s. The sitcom’s longstanding legacy and ageless acclaim has maintained its fanbase over the years and is now largely seen as a classic among television viewers young and old.
Even decades after the show’s initial release, Family Ties continues to be part of today’s pop culture, still being referenced across a range of media platforms, and in modern-day music, TV shows, and movies.
Widespread Family Ties On-Air Inconsistencies
Though it is most common for the majority of TV shows to remain consistent with their daily and weekly TV air times, “Family Ties” did not adhere to one specific on-air slot. Instead, the makers of the shower chose to consistently change the show’s timing, oftentimes even changing what day of the week the show would be broadcast.
Despite these ‘annoying’ changes, the show’s fanbase still remained strong with millions of devoted fans. Reflecting on the show’s inconsistencies, we can’t help but wonder how audiences of today would react to the unpredictable airing of the show.
A Man of Many Talents: The Incredible Michael Gross
While his role on “Family Ties” was one of his most well-known acting roles, few people are aware that Gross is actually capable of performing far more than just comedy. With an acting career spanning more than 40 years, his multi-faceted performing abilities come as no surprise. And he’s certainly not showing signs of slowing down anytime soon.
In addition to his recurring role on “Family Ties,” Gross also went on to earn a starring role in the Tremors sci-fi/adventure films. Additionally, he has also appeared on hit television shows, including Law & Order, The Young and the Restless, and How I Met Your Mother. Most recently, Gross has appeared on the television series, “Grace and Frank,” which first aired in 2015.
Brian Bonsall: From Child Actor to Musician
During his time on the show, the success of “Family Ties” quickly propelled a young Brian Bonsall into the overbearing limelight of child actor stardom. Not even ten-years-old while on the sitcom, though the young actor possessed the raw talent and potential for a long, illustrious carer ahead of him in the film industry, he eventually made the decision not to go down that road.
In 1994, Bonsall officially retired from acting and went on to pursue a career as a musician instead. However, a 2001 DUI arrest, and another 2007 charge of assault by his then-girlfriend, brought him further away from his dreams. After violating terms of his probation, the former child actor has been in and out of jail ever since.