Dana Plato

Dana Plato

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Dana Plato was an American actress best known for her role as Kimberly Drummond on the iconic sitcom 'Diff’rent Strokes,' which aired from 1978 to 1986. Born on November 7, 1964, in McAlester, Oklahoma, Plato rose to fame as a child star but faced numerous personal challenges throughout her life, including struggles with substance abuse and legal issues. After 'Diff’rent Strokes,' her career declined, and she struggled to find stable work in Hollywood. Despite her early success, Plato's life was marked by tragedy, including the deaths of her co-stars Gary Coleman and Todd Bridges, and she passed away at the young age of 34 on May 8, 1999, from an overdose. Her story highlights the often harsh realities faced by child actors and the impact of fame on their lives.

Born on Nov 07, 1970 (55 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
4,113
Power
21$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Jamaica 1 5.00 0.14% +0% 2,961,167 4,113 $15,000 21$
Totals 1 2,961,167 4,113 $15,000 21$
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Jamaica Jamaica: Dana Plato, who died at the age of 34 after substance abuse struggles, is mentioned in relation to Gary Coleman's situation. 5

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Todd Bridges shares fond memories of Gary Coleman | Entertainment