Angela Watson
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Angela Watson | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1975 or 1976 (age 50–51) Danville, Illinois, U.S. |
| Education | John Burroughs High School (Burbank, California) |
| Occupations | Actress, model |
| Years active | 1991–2007 |
| Spouse |
Brian Nahas (m. 2020) |
| Children | 1 |
Angela Watson (born 1975 or 1976[1]) is an American actress and former model, best known for her role as Karen Foster on the 1990s sitcom Step by Step (1991–1998).
Early life and education
[edit]Watson was born in Danville, Illinois.[2] When she was 11 years old, her family relocated to Florida after her father retired from farming.[2][3]
From a young age, she participated in beauty pageants and dance competitions, collecting more than 200 trophies and 60 crowns.[2][4] In 1987, she was named Face Finders' Model of the Year, after which her family moved to California so she could pursue an acting career.[2]
By 1994, Watson had graduated from John Burroughs High School in Burbank, California.[2]
Career
[edit]Acting
[edit]Watson made her television debut in the early 1990s. Her acting credits include:
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Davis Rules | Alice Hansen | TV series |
| 1991–1998 | Step by Step | Karen Foster | Series regular, 160 episodes |
| 1992 | ABC TGIF | Karen Foster | TV special, 1 episode |
| 1994 | Duckman: Private Dick/Family Man | Deanna (voice) | Guest role, 1 episode |
| 1994 | ABC Sneak Peek with Step by Step | Karen Foster | TV movie special |
| 2005 | Final Approach | Milly | Direct-to-video |
| 2007 | Cowboys and Indians | Mom | Short film |
Her breakout role was as Karen Foster on Step by Step, a sitcom that aired on ABC and later CBS. Watson appeared throughout the show's seven-season run.[2]
After the series ended in 1998, she acted sporadically, including in Final Approach (2005) and Cowboys and Indians (2007). In 2020, she performed in a Florida stage production of The Living Room.[5]
Advocacy
[edit]In the 2000s, Watson discovered that much of her child-acting earnings had been mismanaged. She later founded the nonprofit CAST (Child Actors Supporting Themselves), which supports young performers in protecting and managing their finances.[6]
Personal life
[edit]Watson married actor Brian Nahas on February 23, 2020.[5]
On June 22, 2024, at age 48, she gave birth to her first child, a son.[1] He was born with a congenital heart defect and required intensive medical care and multiple surgeries. Watson and her husband have described him as their "miracle baby."
Later appearances
[edit]Watson has reunited with her Step by Step castmates at fan conventions, including a 2024 reunion. She maintains a modest social media presence where she shares updates about her family and advocates for pediatric health awareness.[5]
References
[edit]- 1 2 Saunders, Angel (July 2024). "Step by Step Star Angela Watson Welcomes 'Miracle' Baby at 48". People.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 Mendoza, N. F. (May 29, 1994). "With an Eye On...: Angela Watson's acting is a big put-on--and that fits the part just fine". Los Angeles Times. ProQuest 282222418.
- ↑ Lantz, Francess (1996). "Up Close and Personal: Angela Watson". Be a Star!. Rainbow Bridge. pp. 141–147. ISBN 9-780-816-737208.
- ↑ "Interview: Angela Watson". Hometown Country Music. October 15, 2020.
- 1 2 3 Hogan, Kate (March 18, 2024). "The Cast of Step by Step: Where Are They Now?". People.
- ↑ Provenzano, Tom (March 25, 2013). "Stage and Screen: Angela Watson and CAST". Backstage.
