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Melissa Gilbert

Birth Place: Los Angeles, CA, USA

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Gilbert began her career as a child actress in the late 1960s, appearing in numerous commercials and guest starring roles on television. From 1974 to 1983, she starred as Laura Ingalls Wilder, the second oldest daughter of Charles Ingalls (played by Michael Landon) on the NBC series Little House on the Prairie. During the run of Little House, Gilbert appeared in several television films, including The Diary of Anne Frank and The Miracle Worker.

As an adult, she continued her career mainly in television films. Gilbert has also continued with guest starring roles on television and has completed voice work for animation such as Batman: The Animated Series as Barbara Gordon / Batgirl. From 2009 to 2010, Gilbert appeared as Caroline "Ma" Ingalls in the touring production of Little House on the Prairie, the Musical. In 2012, she was a contestant on season fourteen of the popular reality dance competition show Dancing with the Stars on ABC.

Gilbert served as the President of the Screen Actors Guild from 2001 to 2005. In 2009, her autobiography Prairie Tale: A Memoir, was released. In 2014, she wrote a short story for children, called Daisy and Josephine as well as My Prairie Cookbook: Memories and Frontier Food from My Little House to Yours.

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Melissa Gilbert STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Barrow Street Theatricals Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Irish Repertory Theatre 2018 Return Engagement, 2018
Gretta

[Off-Broadway]
Fallen Angel's New York Premiere Production, 2018
Rachel Lipsky Haringay

[Off-Broadway]
Irish Repertory Theatre 2017 Return Engagement, 2017
Gretta

[Off-Broadway]
2017
Performer

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2008
Caroline "Ma" Ingalls


Melissa Gilbert Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Debut Performance

Melissa Gilbert, A Shayna Maidel

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Alison Arngrim to Present CONFESSIONS OF A PRAIRIE BITCH: STRIKE EDITION


Former child star Alison Arngrim will present 'Confessions of a Prairie Bitch: Strike Edition' in Manhattan and Rochester this week. Get event and ticket information here!

Melissa Gilbert, Abigail Breslin, Michael Park & More to Star in RUNAWAY HOME Industry Reading


The new musical RUNAWAY HOME, with book & lyrics by Darren J. Butler and music & lyrics by Judy Rodman, will present industry readings on Thursday, September 21st at 2pm & Friday, September 22nd at 2pm, at Theatre Row.

Melissa Gilbert, Abigail Breslin, and More To Star In RUNAWAY HOME Industry Reading


The new musical 'Runaway Home' with book/lyrics by Darren J. Butler and music/lyrics by Judy Rodman will receive a 2-week developmental staged reading at NYC's Theatre Row this fall. Directed by Emma Denson and music directed by EMMY-winner Sean P. Pallatroni, the piece will be presented by an award-winning cast and creative team.

Meet the Cast of OHIO STATE MURDERS, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!


Ohio State Murders will be the first show to play at the newly renamed James Earl Jones Theatre when it begins previews tonight, Friday, November 11, 2022 ahead of an opening on Thursday, December 8, 2022. Meet the cast of Ohio State Murders here!

Bryce Pinkham, Lizan Mitchell & More Join Audra McDonald in OHIO STATE MURDERS; Full Cast Announced


The complete cast for the Broadway premiere of Ohio State Murders by Adrienne Kennedy is now announced. Joining Emmy, Grammy, and Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, Tony Award nominee Bryce Pinkham, and Drama Desk nominee Lizan Mitchell.

Photos: First Look at THE OUTSIDER at The Keegan Theatre


The Keegan Theatre has released production photos for the Regional Premiere of THE OUTSIDER by Paul Slade Smith, which runs from August 27 through September 24th.

Cast Announced For THE OUTSIDER at The Keegan Theatre


The Keegan Theatre has announced the cast and creative team of the hilarious (and timely) political comedy THE OUTSIDER, by Paul Slade Smith, making its regional premiere as the first show in Keegan’s 26th season.

Photos: See Nicholas Barasch, David Baida, Kerry Conte & More at Opening Night of THE BUTCHER BOY World Premiere


The World Premiere of the new musical The Butcher Boy, with book, music & lyrics by Asher Muldoon, opened on August 1 for a limited run through September 11, 2022. Check out opening night photos here!

Listen: Melissa Gilbert Talks LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE and More on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS


Little Known Facts is a weekly podcast hosted by stage and film actress Ilana Levine. Today's episode features Melissa Gilbert! Gilbert talked about how she created her own 'prairie' home with her husband, Timothy Busfield, which became a home base for their family during the peak of the pandemic, and how she feels everything happens for a reason.

LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN Announces New Edition of LIVE'S VIRTUAL ROAD TRIP


“Live with Kelly and Ryan” leaps into spring as it brings viewers on a trip to beautiful cities across the country via virtual remote visits, highlighting the local culture and popular destinations in each locale.

Actor Alison Arngrim Returns To NYC with CONFESSIONS OF A PRAIRIE BITCH: NELLIE OLESON LIVE!, May 8


Former child star, outspoken activist, and TV Land Award winner ALISON ARNGRIM continues to tour the world with her critically acclaimed CONFESSIONS OF A PRAIRIE BITCH: NELLIE OLESON LIVE! Best known as acid-tongued, pre-Midol meanie Nellie Oleson from 'Little House on the Prairie', Alison Arngrim presents an uproarious evening of storytelling, stand-up, and multi media about life as everyone's favorite toxic pre-teen brat, complete with petticoats and ringlets.

VIDEO: STARS IN THE HOUSE FOR UKRAINE Raises Over $139,000


Stars in the House for Ukraine, an 11+ Hour telethon of the weekly streaming show, raised $139,000 for the International Rescue Committee's humanitarian efforts for those affected by the war in Ukraine. That total is inclusive of a generous matching donation by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, which matched the first $50,000 worth of donations.

WHEN HARRY MET REHAB to Have Final Performance January 9


The World Premiere of WHEN HARRY MET REHAB, a comedy that takes sobriety seriously, will close Sunday, January 9, 2022.

WHEN HARRY MET REHAB, Starring Dan Butler and Melissa Gilbert, Opens at the Greenhouse Theater Center


Special Offer - Starring Dan Butler and Melissa Gilbert Opens at the Greenhouse Theater Center

Photos: Inside Opening Night of WHEN HARRY MET REHAB


WHEN HARRY MET REHAB is running now through January 30 at the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Avenue. A comedy that takes sobriety seriously, WHEN HARRY MET REHAB is based loosely on the real-life experiences of Chicago sports radio personality, Harry Teinowitz.

WHEN HARRY MET REHAB Starring Dan Butler and Melissa Gilbert


Special Offer - When Harry Met Rehab Starring Dan Butler and Melissa Gilbert

The World Premiere of WHEN HARRY MET REHAB Will Be Performed at the Greenhouse Theatre Center


The World Premiere of WHEN HARRY MET REHAB, a comedy that takes sobriety seriously, is coming soon to the Greenhouse Theatre Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Avenue.

STARS IN THE HOUSE to Host Game Night With Casts of LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE & THE WALTONS


Hosts Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley announced today that they will host a special Game Night with the members of the original casts of two of the most beloved television shows of all time - “Little House on the Prairie,” and the “The Waltons,” in a fun-filled episode of “Stars In The House” Tuesday, September 21st to benefit The Actors Fund.

STARS IN THE HOUSE Announces First Ever Ticketed Live Show Featuring Audra McDonald, Adam Pascal, Kelli O'Hara & More


The stars are coming OUT of the house, and they’re inviting fans along!  On Sunday, September 12, Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley will host a very special LIVE “Stars In The House” at The Town Hall in New York City.  

Melissa Gilbert FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Melissa Gilbert been nominated for?

Melissa Gilbert has been nominated for the Best Debut Performance award by the Outer Critics Circle Awards for her role in A Shayna Maidel.

What awards has Melissa Gilbert won?

Melissa Gilbert won the Best Debut Performance award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for her role in A Shayna Maidel.

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