Born September 23, 1945 Child Actor Paul Petersen
Child star Paul Petersen started his acting career at age 10 as a Mouseketeer on the Mickey Mouse Club. His most notable film roles include playing Cary Grant’s son David in Houseboat (1958) and, much later (at age 22), playing Fred MacMurray’s son Tony in The Happiest Millionaire (1967) — but of course he is most famously known for his role as son, Jeff Stone, on The Donna Reed Show from 1958 to 1966!
Paul Petersen as Mouseketeer
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Paul Petersen along with the cast of the Donna Reed Show: Petersen, Carl Betz as Dr. Alex Stone, Donna Reed as Donna Stone, Shelley Fabares as his sister Mary
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Petersen as child and as adult
As an adult, Paul Petersen founded the support group “A Minor Consideration” to help child actors transition into adult life.
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–Annmarie Gatti for Classic Movie Hub
Thank you, Paul, for your caring and experience! Pressure must be enormous on child actors. You have made a real difference. Rev. Dave Omerod
Growing up in front of the Camera, must have been an amazing experience
Yet, every one knowing your face in public can be a challenge thing.
So many child stars never experience a real life, and
Consequently have difficulty fitting in! You seem to have done it with style and grace
And then a mentor to Child Stars, who need guidance! Good for you!
Keep giving back and making a difference! God Bless You