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Actress told she was 'too heavy' for the prairie
26 Mar
Summary
- Roylance auditioned for Little House but was asked to lose weight.
- She previously refused to alter her appearance for another role.
- The actress had a successful career with over 60 projects.
Pamela Roylance, who joined "Little House on the Prairie" in its ninth season, shared details about an unexpected demand made by the show's casting director. Roylance was informed that she was "a little heavy to be on the prairie" and was asked to lose weight to be considered for the role of Sarah Carter.
Roylance complied with the request and lost weight, which she felt helped her fit the "sturdy" look required for the character. She recalled a similar situation with "Days of Our Lives," where she declined to alter her appearance, ultimately missing out on a role.
The actress, who previously worked at a chocolate factory, embraced her body type, stating she didn't want to change to be a "trophy wife." She went on to have a distinguished career, appearing in more than 60 film and television productions.
Roylance expressed fondness for season nine of "Little House on the Prairie," appreciating its "edginess" and the opportunity to be a series regular alongside Laura and Almanzo.
