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Where are the stars of Family affair now?

The stars of the 1966-1971 sitcom "Family Affair" have gone on to have different career paths and life experiences after the show ended. Here's an update on their current whereabouts and notable endeavors since then:

1. Brian Keith (Uncle Bill Davis): Keith continued to act after "Family Affair," appearing in various television series and films until his death in 1997 at the age of 75. Some of his notable works include "The Doris Day Show," "The Love Boat," and "Hardcastle and McCormick."

2. Sebastian Cabot (Mr. Giles French): Cabot continued his acting career in both television and film, most notably as the voice of Bagheera in Disney's "The Jungle Book" (1967) and its sequel. He passed away in 1977 at the age of 72.

3. Kathy Garver (Cissy Davis): Garver continued acting after the show, appearing in several television series and made-for-TV movies. She also hosted a children's television show called "The Kathy Garver Show" in the 1970s. Garver later transitioned to a successful career in the real estate industry.

4. Anissa Jones (Buffy Davis): Jones continued to act as a child star but chose to leave the entertainment industry after becoming pregnant at the age of 18. She later became an advocate for teen mothers and worked as an interior designer. Jones passed away in 1976 at the age of 18 due to complications from drug use.

5. Johnny Whitaker (Jody Davis): Whitaker continued to act as a child star, appearing in several films and television series. However, he struggled with substance abuse issues and legal troubles as an adult. He later recovered from his struggles and became a motivational speaker and author.

6. John D. Erwin (Mr. Humphrey): Erwin had a successful career in Hollywood, serving as a producer, director, and actor. He was involved in the production of several popular television series, including "Columbo," "The Rockford Files," and "Magnum, P.I." He passed away in 2015 at the age of 86.

7. Nancy Walker (Mrs. Beasley): Walker continued her successful career as a character actress in both television and film, appearing in numerous productions. Some of her notable works include "Rhoda," "The Love Boat," and "Murder, She Wrote." She passed away in 1992 at the age of 73.

While the show's stars pursued different career paths and faced various personal challenges, their contributions to "Family Affair" continue to be remembered fondly by fans of the classic sitcom.

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