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In 1954, Wendy Schaal, also known as Wendy K. Schaal, was born in Chicago, Illinois, USA on July 2nd, 1954. She is known for her work on American Dad! (2005), Les banlieusards (1989) and Small Soldiers (1998). Wendy Schaal is a legendary Hollywood star who attracts viewers from all corners of the globe. Schaal has been involved in the industry since 1976 and has made significant progress since then. Her leading roles in TV series ‘Fantasy Island’ and ‘It’s a Living’, both with Barbi Benton, have made her famous.
| Real Name/Full Name | Wendy Schaal |
| Date Of Birth | 2 July 1954 |
| Age | 70 years old |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, United States. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Zodiac sign | Cancer |
| Height | 5 feet 5 inch |
| Weight | 57 kg |
| Spouse | Stephen M. Schwartz (Divorce) |
| Children | Adam Schwartz, and Victor Schwartz. |
| Siblings | Not Known |
| Profession | Actress, Voice Actress, Soundtrack, and Script department. |
| Net worth | $6 Million. |
Biography
Wendy Schaal is currently 70 years of age after being born in Chicago, Illinois on July 2, 1954. Her father Richard Schaal, who was also an actor, and her mother Lois, who was a homemaker, were the ones who raised her. Wendy’s father was renowned for his talents in sketch and improv comedy and was regarded as one of the top performers in the industry.
After graduating from Los Angeles City College with an Associate of Arts degree, Wendy Schaal began her acting career. Her father’s acting workshop helped her refine her skills, which led to television opportunities. She made appearances on shows such as Fish, Little House on the Prairie, and Welcome Back, Kotter during her early career. In 1981, she became part of the cast of Fantasy Island and portrayed Julie.
Personal Life
Schaal’s personal life involves being married and having a relationship with her husband Stephen M. Schwartz. In 1977, the two made their vows, but the marriage ended in divorce in October 1987.
Wendy and her ex-husband have two kids, Adam and Victor. Wendy hasn’t shown any interest in dating since they decided to go their separate ways a long time ago. Although she is busy, she is still focusing on her career and her children.
Career
Wendy Schaal has been in the industry for many decades and has accumulated a significant amount of experience as an actress. The movie ‘Bound for Glory’ was her big break. Writers and critics alike applauded her portrayal, which opened up opportunities for more amazing roles. In 1980, Schaal went on to portray the character Vicki Allen in the TV series “It’s a living” which goes down to be one of, if not her biggest roles till date.
At that time, she was securing her spot on television by landing roles in shows like ‘Northern Exposure’, ‘Six Feet Under’, ‘Fantasy Island’, and ‘Night Court’. Her appearances in movies like ‘Munchies’ and ‘My Girl 2.’ may also make you recognize her. She has been the voice of Francine Smith in the popular animated series ‘American Dad!’ in recent years. She has been working with Greenpeace, a non-governmental environmental organization, in addition to her TV roles.
She has also appeared in or voice roles for episodes of the TV series Welcome Back, Kotter, Rhoda, Little House on the Prairie, Happy Days, The Love Boat, Knight Rider, The A-Team, MacGyver, Full House, Night Court, Dear John, Murder, She Wrote, Friends, Star Trek: Voyager, The X-Files, and more.
Filmography
Movies
- 1976 Bound for Glory
- 1978 Record City
- 1984 Where the Boys Are ’84
- 1985 Creature
- 1987 Munchies
- 1987 Innerspace
- 1987 Batteries Not Included
- 1989 The ‘Burbs
- 1991 Going Under
- 1994 My Girl 2
- 1995 Out There
- 1998 Small Soldiers
- 2001 Holiday in the Sun
- 2005 Inside the CIA (voice)
- 2006 Loving Annabelle
TV Series
- 1976 Welcome Back, Kotter
- 1976 Rhoda
- 1977 Fish
- 1979 Family
- 1979 Little House on the Prairie”
- 1980–1981 It’s a Living
- 1981–1982 Fantasy Island
- 1982 Strike Force
- 1982 Happy Days
- 1982–83 The Love Boat
- 1983 AfterMASH
- 1984 Fatal Vision
- 1984 Cover Up
- 1985 Knight Rider
- 1985 Finder of Lost Loves
- 1985 The A-Team
- 1986 MacGyver
- 1986 Airwolf
- 1986 Amazing Stories
- 1987 Gung Ho
- 1987 Duet
- 1987 My Two Dads Christine
- 1988 Full House
- 1988 Night Court
- 1989 Nearly Departed
- 1989 Dear John
- 1990–1991 Good Grief
- 1992 Northern Exposure
- 1993 Red Shoe Diaries
- 1994 Runaway Daughters
- 1995 Murder, She Wrote
- 1995 Hope and Gloria
- 1995 The John Larroquette Show
- 1997 Friends
- 1997 Star Trek: Voyager
- 1997 Fired Up Susan
- 1998 Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction
- 2000 The X-Files
- 2001 Boston Public
- 2001 The Huntress
- 2001 Six Feet Unders
- 2002 Providence
- 2002 Boomtown
- 2005–present American Dad! (Voice)
- 2013; 2017; 2018 Family Guy (Voice)
Net Worth
Wendy Schaal’s net worth is $6 million and she is an American actress and voice actress. Her performance as Vicki Allen in the television series ‘It’s a Living’ spanned from 1980 to 1981. From 1981 to 1982, Schaal acted in the TV series Fantasy Island. His acting and voiceover are based on this source.
