Eve Plumb
Eve Plumb is an American actress, artist, and author who rose to fame in the 1970s for her portrayal of the middle child, Jan Brady, on the classic television sitcom “The Brady Bunch”. Plumb’s career in the entertainment industry has spanned more than five decades and has included numerous television shows, films, and stage productions. In addition to her acting career, Plumb has also pursued her passion for art and writing, making her a well-rounded and multi-talented artist.
Early Life and Education:
Eve Plumb was born on April 29, 1958, in Burbank, California, to parents Flora June Plumb and Benjamin Neely Plumb. She has two brothers, Benjamin Jr. and Flora, who are also actors. Plumb began her acting career at the age of six when she appeared in various commercials and television shows. She attended Hollywood Professional School to balance her education and acting career.
Career:
Plumb’s most famous role came in 1969 when she was cast as Jan Brady on “The Brady Bunch”. The show ran for five seasons, and Plumb reprised her role in various spin-offs and reunions. Despite the show’s popularity, Plumb was not fond of her character’s catchphrase, “Marcia, Marcia, Marcia,” which has since become an iconic line from the series.
After “The Brady Bunch” ended, Plumb continued to act in television shows, including “Little Women” and “Dawn: Portrait of a Teenage Runaway”. She also appeared in films, such as “Blue Ruin” and “The Savage”. In 1995, Plumb returned to her role as Jan Brady in “The Brady Bunch Movie” and its sequel, “A Very Brady Sequel”. She also appeared in the television movie “The Brady Bunch in the White House”.
Plumb has also made appearances on various reality shows, including “The Surreal Life” and “Celebrity Fit Club”. She has also done voice work for animated series, such as “The Wild Thornberrys” and “The Magic School Bus”.
Aside from her acting career, Plumb is also an accomplished artist. She has exhibited her paintings and sculptures in galleries across the United States and has won numerous awards for her work. In 2000, Plumb released a book of her artwork, titled “Eve Plumb: The Paintings”.
In addition to her artwork, Plumb is also a published author. She co-wrote a book titled “The Brady Bunch: Here’s the Story” with co-star Susan Olsen, which chronicles their experiences working on the show. She has also written children’s books, including “The Best Seat in Second Grade” and “The Adventures of Peter and Pete”.
Achievements:
Throughout her career, Plumb has received numerous accolades for her work. In 1974, she won the Young Artist Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role in “Dawn: Portrait of a Teenage Runaway”. She was also nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award in 1989 for her role in the television movie “A Very Brady Christmas”.
In 2004, Plumb was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her contributions to the entertainment industry. She was the 2,268th celebrity to receive a star on the Walk of Fame.
Tragedy:
Plumb has not been immune to tragedy in her personal life. In 1988, her first husband, Rick Mansfield, died suddenly of a heart attack at the age of 36. The couple had been married for three years at the time of his death. Plumb later remarried to Ken Pace in 1995