Meredith Baxter

Date of Birth: June 21, 1947

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Biography

Meredith Baxter is an American actress and producer, best known for her roles on popular television series during the 1970s and 1980s. She was born in South Pasadena, California, and quickly rose to fame with her role as Nancy Lawrence Maitland on the television drama “Family” (1976-1980). However, she is most widely recognized for her portrayal of Elyse Keaton on the iconic sitcom “Family Ties” (1982-1989), where she played the loving and progressive mother of Michael J. Fox’s character, Alex P. Keaton. Baxter’s career spans several decades and includes numerous television movies, series, and guest appearances. Her work has earned her critical acclaim and a beloved place in the hearts of TV audiences. Beyond her acting career, Meredith Baxter is also known for her courageous personal revelations, including her public coming out as a lesbian in 2009, and her advocacy for breast cancer awareness and LGBT rights.

5 Interesting Facts about Meredith Baxter

1. Meredith Baxter is a five-time Emmy Award nominee.

2. She co-starred with her real-life husband, David Birney, on the TV series “Bridget Loves Bernie” (1972-1973).

3. Meredith Baxter authored a memoir titled “Untied: A Memoir of Family, Fame, and Floundering,” where she discussed her struggles with addiction and her journey to sobriety.

4. She is a breast cancer survivor and has been an advocate for breast cancer awareness.

5. Meredith Baxter came out as a lesbian in 2009 during a radio interview on “The Frank DeCaro Show.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Meredith Baxter

1. “I didn’t know what I was going to do. I was scared to death. But I had to do it.”

2. “I knew I was gay at 47. I think I had a vague awareness that something was going on, but I didn’t know what it was.”

3. “I have had breast cancer and mastectomies, and I’ve come through it all.”

4. “You don’t have to be a victim of your circumstance. You can stand up and take control of your life.”

5. “It’s very hard to laugh at yourself. It’s easier to take yourself seriously.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Meredith Baxter’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $7 million.

Children

Meredith Baxter has five children. She has two children, Ted and Eva, from her marriage to Robert Lewis Bush. She has three children, Kate, Peter, and Mollie, from her marriage to David Birney.