Dana Plato and Gary Coleman were two of the most recognizable faces from the hit American sitcom Diff’rent Strokes, which aired from 1978 to 1986.
Gary Coleman played Arnold Jackson, the witty and lovable younger brother known for his famous catchphrase, “Whatchoo talkin’ ’bout, Willis?” His comedic timing and charm made him one of television’s most popular child actors of the era. Coleman, who suffered from a congenital kidney condition that stunted his growth, brought both humor and heart to the role, and became the show’s breakout star.
Dana Plato played Kimberly Drummond, the kind-hearted and stylish daughter of wealthy widower Philip Drummond (played by Conrad Bain). Her character was the sisterly figure to Arnold and Willis (Todd Bridges), as the three kids navigated life together in their Manhattan penthouse after Mr. Drummond adopted the two boys from Harlem.
Behind the scenes, Plato and Coleman shared a close working relationship, though their lives took very different turns after the show ended. Plato struggled with personal and financial troubles in the years following her fame, and tragically died in 1999 at age 34. Coleman also faced hardships in adulthood, including health and financial problems, and passed away in 2010 at age 42.
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