Melissa Gilbert

Melissa Gilbert is an American actress and director. 

Early Accomplishments

In 1967, Melissa's acting career was fully launched through her role in the movie The Reluctant Astronaut. The following year, she got a shot on The Dean Martin Comedy Hour.  

Best Known For

Melissa has gotten the most popularity from the series Little House on the Prairie (1974-1983). 

Sexual Orientation

Melissa is straight. Before her current marriage, Melissa was married twice, to Bo Brinkman and Bruce Boxleitner, both lasting 4 and 16 years respectively. 

Family

She was adopted by actor Paul Gilbert. Melissa has 2 other siblings, Jonathan and Sara Gilbert who walked in their father's career just like her. She is currently a member of the Busfield family through her marriage to the actor Timothy Busfield. Melissa has 2 sons, Dakota Brinkman and Michael Boxleitner from past relationships. 

Religious Belief

Growing up, Melissa was raised in a Jewish family. However, she has grown to learn about as well as respect all religions but is not particularly associated with a religion. 

Worth Known For

Melissa's middle name is Ellen. 

Melissa's all-time best fruit is mango. 

Sushi and fried chicken have a vital place in her heart. 

Melissa received the nickname Half-Pint from the famous actor and director Michael Landon. 

Once Melissa read the novel Fall On Your Knees, it completely captured her heart and she considers it the best book she has ever read. 

She is a big fan of antique items and particularly collects baby shoes. 

For 4 years, she was the president of the Screen Actors Guild.

She once dated Tom Cruise.
She did have her breast implants remove in 2015.
Melissa took part on Season 14 of Dancing With The Stars and she gone from dress size US 6 to US 2.