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About Joanna Kerns
Joanna Crussie DeVarona, famously called Joanna Kerns, is a multi-talented American film star. The tall, beautiful, blonde actress first earned her reputation as a brilliant performer with her role as Margaret Seaver on ABC’s sitcom “Growing Pains.” Additionally, she is one of America’s most renowned TV series directors.
Background & Early Life
She was born in San Francisco, California. Joanna is the biological sister of the former American swimmer and gold Olympic medalist Donna de Varona. As a result of her sister’s influence, she also wanted to become an athlete. However, her attempts to make the 1968 Olympic Gymnastics team were unsuccessful. She then studied dance at UCLA but eventually dropped out to join the “Clown Around” acting crew.
Acting & Film-directing Career
She earned a reputation for herself in the 1970s and 1980s by making various guest appearances on numerous TV shows, including “The Four Seasons” and “Emergency!”
However, playing the role of Maggie Seaver in ABC’s “Growing Pains” between 1985 and 1992 shot her to career fame. During the sitcom’s success, she starred in many popular television movies, including “The Nightman” and “Blind Faith.”
She turned to film directing in the early 1990s and has earned many credits on notable TV shows such as “Ghost Whisperer” and “Grey’s Anatomy.”
Marriage
As of 2021, she had married and divorced twice. First with Richard Kerns, and secondly with Marc Appleton.
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F.A.Q. about Joanna Kerns
When is her birthday?
Joanna Kerns' birthday is on February 12, 1953.
In how many days is her birthday?
Joanna's birthday is in 300 days
How old is she?
She is 71 years old.
Where is Joanna from?
She was born in San Francisco, California, U.S..