What Happened to Our Favorite Child Stars From The ’50s, ’60s & ’70s

Role: Dennis the Menace Show: Dennis the Menace (1959) Net Worth: Estimated at $500,000*

Dennis the Menace, once a live-action troublemaker in the ’60s, is now more familiar as a cartoon character to contemporary audiences. Jay North, who had already been in the industry, faced challenges as a child actor.

Post the show’s conclusion, he continued working until roles became scarce. After a stint in the Navy, North transitioned to work as a correctional officer in Florida’s juvenile justice system.