Dana Plato

Cast members of the classic sitcom Diff’rent Strokes smiling in a promotional photo.

Who Is Still Alive From ‘Diff’rent Strokes’?

Only a few stars from the iconic sitcom are still around.
ABC AFTERSCHOOL SPECIALS: ONE TOO MANY, Michelle Pfeiffer, Val Kilmer, Lance Guest, Mare Winningham, 1983. 1972-. (c) ABC/ Courtesy: Everett Collection.

Here’s Why They Cancelled ‘ABC Afterschool Specials’ After 25 Seasons


The anthology series’ first episode, “The Last of the Curlews, aired 53 years ago today.
DIFF'RENT STROKES, Gary Coleman, Dana Plato, Conrad Bain, Todd Bridges, 1978-86.

Remembering Dana Plato, Kimberley from ‘Diff’rent Strokes’

The actress passed away over 26 years ago.
THE FACTS OF LIFE, (from left): Julie Anne Haddock, Charlotte Rae, Lisa Whelchel, 'Rough Housing', (Season 1, aired August 24, 1979), 1979-1988. © Embassy Pictures / Courtesy: Everett Collection

Did You Know That ‘The Facts of Life’ Was a ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ Spin-off?

The 1980s NBC hit premiered 46 years ago today!
Barbara Eden Tina Louise Max Baer Jr.

These Nostalgic Shows Only Have One Surviving Original Cast Member Left

This is heartbreaking.
DIFF'RENT STROKES, Dana Plato, Gary Coleman, Todd Bridges, 1978-1986

The Tragic ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ Curse: Remembering Dana Plato & Gary Coleman

How “diff’rent” real-life performers can be from the characters they portray on television shows. Plus, where is Todd Bridges now?