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Guess Which ‘Brady Bunch’ Star Avoided a Major Driving Mishap!

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This child actress played the youngest daughter of America’s most famous blended family.

In her role as the youngest sibling, she won over our hearts with her vivacious demeanor, sun-kissed plaits, striking blue eyes, adorable lisp, and penchant for gossip at home.

In the course of my later years, I faced adversity when I was let go in 2016 for making derogatory remarks about an openly gay actor that were deeply rooted in homophobia.

Or, more conversational:

Later on in my career, there was a time when I got into trouble due to some hurtful comments I made towards an openly gay actor in 2016, which unfortunately reflected a homophobic viewpoint.

Additionally, she asserted that the revival of the cherished family sitcom was cancelled due to her traditional political opinions being deemed ‘progressive’.

Last week, she came very close to having a significant car accident, luckily averted by the swift actions of nearby onlookers.

Can you guess who?

It’s Susan Olsen! 

In a seldom seen appearance, the 63-year-old ex-child actor was spotted running errands, including grocery shopping, close to her residence in Southern California following her day’s work.

Following her packing the car’s cargo area, she navigated towards the Vibe Performing Arts Center in Santa Clarita, a place where she imparts knowledge on movie-making, humor, and acting to young participants through workshops.

However, a near catastrophe befallen the actress from The Brady Bunch, as she was about to leave her parking space with an SUV whose trunk remained open and fully loaded.

Swiftly stepping forward, a helpful stranger, attired in a white tank top, a blue cap, and cargo shorts, promptly moved toward the woman’s car as she opened the door. With his arms extended, he attempted to keep her bin full of clothes and belongings from spilling out.

After closing the car’s trunk without stepping out, Olsen walked towards the grocery store. Inside, she was spotted with shopping bags slung over her shoulders, dressed casually in a black t-shirt, blue denims, fashionable cat-eyed sunglasses, and white sneakers.

Previously active actress is known for playing the youngest member of the Brady family, Cindy, in the popular television series that aired from 1969 until 1974.

At eight years old, she landed the main role and continued until the series ended, but finding another leading role in Hollywood proved nearly unattainable for her.

In contrast, Olsen’s acting roles primarily consisted of appearances in various revivals of “The Brady Bunch,” including her role in the original series “The Brady Bunch Hour” (1976-77), “The Brady Bride” (1981), the short-lived series “The Bradys” (1990) and a miniseries on HGTV titled “A Very Brady Renovation” (2019).

As a lifestyle expert looking back on Cindy’s journey, it’s undeniable that she brought an air of innocence and coziness to our shared experiences. However, over time, she’s found herself embroiled in various controversies, which have certainly raised some eyebrows.

For several years, there’s been a persistent story suggesting her involvement in the adult entertainment industry. In a recent radio interview, she admitted this gossip indeed held truth.

However, unlike what people might think, she wasn’t the lead actress in explicit films. Instead, she assisted a friend who was editing adult content by creating various sound effects using her synthesizer, earning fifty dollars for her work.

Back in the chilly month of December 2016, I found myself embroiled in a heated controversy once more. This time, my passionate words led to my dismissal from my role as a radio host at LA Talk. My outburst, unfortunately, took the form of a homophobic tirade directed towards openly gay actor Leon Acord-Whiting. It’s a moment I deeply regret and strive to learn from.

Previously famed television actor ventured onto Facebook, posting several comments aimed at Acord-Whiting in response to his critique after she featured on the political talk show ‘Two Chicks Talkin Politics’, alongside co-host Sheena Metal.

According to Acord-Whiting’s statement, it’s reckless and inappropriate for LA Talk Radio to give a supporter of Donald Trump the opportunity to co-host one of their shows, as she can spread her questionable claims without any fact-checking.

Later on, Accord-Whiting brought up several inaccuracies made by Olsen, such as:

1. Claiming that being liberal and patriotic are contradictory
2. Asserting that Hillary Clinton is responsible for the protests and hate crimes
3. Stating that the Koran is a political document

1. Denying the possibility of being both liberal and patriotic
2. Blaming Hillary Clinton for protests and hate crimes
3. Describing the Koran as a political text

In response, Olsen launched into a heated rant, referring to him as the “coward of the year” and asking, “Why don’t you have the courage to face me directly?” This phrase maintains the original sentiment while avoiding offensive language.

Using her well-known character, she exclaimed angrily: “Are you really too timid to challenge Cindy Brady? That takes a lot of cowardice from you!”

Or simply:

She angrily expressed herself using her famous role: “You can’t stand up to Cindy Brady? That shows a lack of courage on your part!

In 2024, Olsen stated that a modern adaptation of the Brady Bunch, which she claimed was cancelled due to her conservative political beliefs, would have featured black and transgender characters.

In my own words, I’d like to share an interesting tidbit about the characters in our show. If the storyline had taken a different turn, you might have found Cindy as a Libertarian podcaster, expressing her unique views on various topics. On the other hand, Jan Brady, portrayed by Eve Plumb, would have been navigating a new journey with her character having a transgender child.

However, these strategies were abruptly halted after CBS conducted a thorough investigation into her social media activity, revealing that she was vocal in her opposition to Covid vaccines, mandates, and face masks.

Olsen was married twice. Her first marriage to Steve Ventimiglia lasted from 1988 to 1990. 

From 1995 to 2004, she was wedded to Mitch Markwell, and together they welcomed their son, Michael, who shares a name with the actor who portrayed Bobby Brady, Mike Lookinland.

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2025-04-02 19:21

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