The Young Patty Duke
While being pregnant is great, it can significantly alter your life, especially when you’re young. Patty Duke was only 23 when she got pregnant, but she already had a viable acting career behind her. She made her stage debut at the age of 13, following in her brother’s footsteps.
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She had made a name for herself as one of the youngest actresses to ever win an Academy Award for her portrayal of Helen Keller in The Miracle Worker. However, as one of America’s most popular young stars, Patty was constantly scrutinized by the public.