Sally Struthers

Date of Birth: July 28, 1947

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Sally Anne Struthers is an American actress and activist known for her iconic role as Gloria Stivic on the groundbreaking television series “All in the Family,” which aired from 1971 to 1979. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, Struthers was drawn to performing arts from an early age. She moved to Los Angeles to pursue her acting career and quickly found success in both television and film. Struthers’ portrayal of Gloria, the daughter of Archie and Edith Bunker, earned her two Emmy Awards and made her a household name. Her career continued to blossom with roles in shows like “Gilmore Girls” and “Still Standing,” as well as voice work in animated series such as “TaleSpin” and “Dinosaurs.” In addition to her acting career, Struthers is known for her humanitarian efforts. She has been a spokesperson for the Christian Children’s Fund (later ChildFund), where her heartfelt appeals for donations helped raise millions of dollars to aid children in need around the world.

5 Interesting Facts about Sally Struthers

1. Sally Struthers won two Primetime Emmy Awards for her role as Gloria Stivic in “All in the Family.”

2. She provided voices for several animated series, including Rebecca Cunningham in “TaleSpin.”

3. Struthers starred in the Broadway production of “Annie” as Miss Hannigan.

4. She has been an advocate for children’s rights and has worked with organizations like ChildFund International.

5. Struthers also appeared in the popular TV series “Gilmore Girls” as Babette Dell.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Sally Struthers

1. “I’m not overweight. I’m just nine inches too short.”

2. “If a man is pictured chopping off a woman’s breast, it only gets an R rating. But if, God forbid, a child sees a woman’s nipple, it gets an X rating. Why is violence more acceptable than tenderness?”

3. “I learned from Carroll O’Connor and Jean Stapleton to never take it for granted — to work hard and appreciate what you have.”

4. “I love being able to make people laugh. It’s the greatest feeling in the world.”

5. “I believe that every child deserves a chance to succeed, and I want to do my part to help them achieve their dreams.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the height of her career, Sally Struthers’ net worth was estimated to be around $8 million.

Children

Sally Struthers has one daughter, Samantha Struthers Rader, who was born in 1979. Samantha is a clinical psychologist and has pursued a career outside of the entertainment industry.