What is Kristy McNichol doing now?

Answer by  patti (29325)

McNichol has struggled with BiPolar Disorder. She is single. She has worked in in real estate in California since the early 1990s.

Answer by  Maddux (65)

Kristy McNichol has retired from film and television and is now teaching acting at a private school in Los Angeles and spending time doing charity work.

Answer by  KathyB (276)

Kristy McNichol had a successful career as an actress but after being diagnosed as bi-polar in the early '90's, she basically retired from acting. She is now 47 years old and mostly just teaches acting in Los Angeles and does a lot of charity work. She lives in Los Angeles.

Answer by  Daisy (161)

Kristy McNichol has never married and resides in Los Angeles, California. Since retiring from the screen due to bi-polar disorder, she has taught acting at a private school in Los Angeles and devotes much of her time to charity work.

Answer by  joantheresa (1421)

Kristy McNichol left "Empty Nest" in 1993 after a severe bout with manic depression. She is now retired from a successful acting career.

Answer by  melissaslater (68)

Kristy McNichol is not currently starring in any films or television shows. She was never really happy being a star, and now spends most of her time working with charities.

Answer by  tamkees (3203)

McNichol retired from acting in the 1980s. Her last public statement was issued in 2001, when she said that while she appreciated her fans who would like to see her return to acting, she was busily -- and happily -- playing herself. She did appear at an autograph session in 2007 where it was agreed that she is doing well.

Answer by  Clement (1453)

Ms. McNichol has retired from acting in 1992, with an occasional appearance in 1995 and voice-acting in 1997 and 1998. In 2007 she made a couple of public appearances. After her retirement, Ms. McNichol has taught acting and devoted much of her time to charity.

Answer by  sashangeljaz (992)

Kristy McNichol was diagnosed with bipolar disorder when she was starring in the TV series "Empty Nest". She chose to retire from show business and keep her life private. In 2007, she attended an autograph show and spent time with fans. She also hosts an annual tennis tournatment and gives the proceeds to an organization that helps abused children.

Answer by  KathyB (276)

She is retired from acting although she has been seen at fan shows now and then where she is gracious and signs autographs for fans. She has many fans who would love to see her return to TV.

Answer by  Anonymous

We miss your smile Kristy, but we're happy to know that you have found a way to be happier! That is a priority for you and sometimes a person just needs to take care of themselves ~ you are an inspiration, even in your quite gentle life!

Answer by  Jenna20 (74)

I think she has fell out of the spotlight because I haven't heard anything about her here in the last few years.