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80s Star's Quiet Life Away From Hollywood
28 Feb
Summary
- Former 80s child star Amy Linker was recently spotted in Los Angeles.
- Linker starred as Lauren Hutchinson in the 1982 sitcom 'Square Pegs'.
- After acting, she pursued careers in marketing, education, and now works as a psychotherapist.
Amy Linker, an 80s child star recognized for her role as Lauren Hutchinson in the CBS sitcom 'Square Pegs', was recently observed in Los Angeles. She was seen running errands discreetly, away from the usual Hollywood attention.
The cult-favorite series 'Square Pegs', which aired in 1982, featured Linker alongside Sarah Jessica Parker. Despite critical acclaim for its realistic portrayal of high school life, the show was canceled after only one season.
Linker later disclosed that for her role, she was required to wear a fat suit and fake braces to appear less conventionally attractive. Following the show's conclusion, she voiced a character in an animated series and appeared in films and TV movies before departing from acting.
After stepping away from the entertainment industry, Linker pursued higher education, earning a degree from Wellesley College. Her career path then led her into internet marketing and elementary education, culminating in a Master of Social Work from USC in 2012. She now works as a psychotherapist.
