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

Character: Jemima Boone Appearance: Daniel Boone (1964) Estimated Net Worth: $7 million*

Veronica Cartwright rose to fame as a child star in productions like The Children’s Hour and The Birds. Her pivotal role in The Birds influenced the trajectory of her career, leading her to become a renowned horror/sci-fi actress with critical acclaim.

She featured in iconic sci-fi films like Invasion of the Body Snatchers and Alien, garnering a Saturn Award for the latter. Her impressive career includes roles in The Right Stuff, The Witches of Eastwick, ER, and The X-Files, earning her three Emmy nominations.