Mary Beth McDonough

Mary Beth McDonough

64 · Born: May 4, 1961

Personal Details

BornMay 4, 1961 Van Nuys, California, USA
Spouse
  • Don

    ( Jun 4, 2011 to May 10, 2025 )
  • Rob Wickstrom

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

Mary Beth McDonough, a talented actress and writer, was born on May 4th, 1961, in the vibrant city of Van Nuys, California, USA. With a career spanning decades, she has made a lasting impression on the entertainment industry, showcasing her versatility in a wide range of roles.

Her early start in the industry can be attributed to her breakout role in the iconic television series "The Waltons" in 1972. The show, which aired from 1972 to 1981, was a huge success and helped establish McDonough as a rising star.

Throughout her illustrious career, McDonough has appeared in numerous films and television shows, including the 1982 horror classic "Mortuary" and the critically acclaimed television series "The West Wing" in 1999.

In addition to her impressive acting credits, McDonough is also a skilled writer, having penned several scripts for various projects. Her dedication to her craft has earned her a reputation as a talented and versatile artist.

In her personal life, McDonough has been married to her husband, Don, since June 4th, 2011. Prior to their union, she was previously married to Rob Wickstrom.

With a career spanning over four decades, Mary Beth McDonough has cemented her place as a beloved and respected figure in the entertainment industry. Her impressive body of work and her tireless dedication to her craft have made her a true icon in the world of acting and writing.

Career

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2024
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2023
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2018
{"id":15444,"title":"Lake Effects","year":"2012","character":"Elizabeth","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/lake-effects","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_15444.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_15444.jpg"},"released":1}
2012
Lake Effects
Lake Effects as Elizabeth
{"id":150134,"title":"Christmas at Cadillac Jack's","year":"2007","character":"Madge","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/christmas-at-cadillac-jacks-2007","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_150134.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_150134.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
{"id":49397,"title":"Where There's a Will","year":"2006","character":"Dr. Burton","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/where-theres-a-will-2006","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_49397.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_49397.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
{"id":102420,"title":"A Walton Easter","year":"1997","character":"Erin Walton Northridge","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-walton-easter","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_102420.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_102420.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
A Walton Easter
A Walton Easter as Erin Walton Northridge
{"id":102418,"title":"A Walton Wedding","year":"1995","character":"Erin Walton Northridge","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-walton-wedding","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_102418.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_102418.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
A Walton Wedding
A Walton Wedding as Erin Walton Northridge
{"id":84826,"title":"Heaven Sent","year":"1994","character":"Kathy Chandler","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/heaven-sent","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_84826.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_84826.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
Heaven Sent
Heaven Sent as Kathy Chandler
{"id":102419,"title":"A Walton Thanksgiving Reunion","year":"1993","character":"Erin Walton Northridge","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-walton-thanksgiving-reunion","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_102419.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_102419.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
A Walton Thanksgiving Reunion
A Walton Thanksgiving Reunion as Erin Walton Northridge
{"id":59493,"title":"Mom","year":"1991","character":"Alice","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mom-1991","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_59493.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_59493.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
Mom
Mom as Alice
{"id":61770,"title":"Funland","year":"1987","character":"Kristin Cumming","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/funland","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/624aso167k70.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/624aso167k70.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Funland
Funland as Kristin Cumming
{"id":80492,"title":"Impure Thoughts","year":"1986","character":"Sister Juliet","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/impure-thoughts","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80492.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80492.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
Impure Thoughts
Impure Thoughts as Sister Juliet
{"id":62887,"title":"Snowballing","year":"1984","character":"Karen Reed","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/snowballing","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62887.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62887.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
Snowballing
Snowballing as Karen Reed
{"id":7768,"title":"Mortuary","year":"1983","character":"Christie Parson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mortuary","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/jp6cfbjghis0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/jp6cfbjghis0.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
Mortuary
Mortuary as Christie Parson
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1982
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{"id":63741,"title":"Lovely But Deadly","year":"1981","character":"Denise","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/lovely-but-deadly","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63741.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63741.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
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Midnight Offerings
Midnight Offerings as Robin Prentiss
{"id":10256,"title":"The Waltons","year":1972,"character":"Erin Walton","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-waltons","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10256.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10256.jpg"},"released":1}
1972
The Waltons
The Waltons as Erin Walton
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1971