The actress, famous for her role as Marcia Brady on the ABC sitcom “The Brady Bunch,” captivated viewers from 1969 to 1974. However, life after the show was no longer the same. Still, she has since bounced back and looks better than ever.

During her time on the hit sitcom, the actress became a teen icon, winning the hearts of millions nationwide. When the Brady Kids branched into music, her vocal talent stood out, catching the attention of producers.

Her time on “The Brady Bunch,” alongside Florence Henderson, was filled with difficulties off-screen. The Hollywood star revealed that her role as Marcia continued to linger in her life, admitting she faced personal struggles while portraying the character.

She struggled with narcotic addiction, including cocaine. At the Summer Spectacular in September 2017, an event supporting the Brent Shapiro Foundation for Drug Prevention, the public figure shared why the cause is so personal to her.

She believes her partying lifestyle affected her performance in some of her roles after “The Brady Bunch.” The celebrity further admitted that she ruined opportunities, saying there were instances where she was under the influence, and it was a serious issue.

Friends introduced her to white crosses — pills that helped her stay awake and eased the anxiety she felt after leaving her role as a Brady. She also used them to try to lose weight, always chasing the idea of being just a few pounds away from happiness.

She recalled that early in their relationship, he gave her an ultimatum, saying, “It’s either me or that, take it or I’m out of here.” At this point, she realized she couldn’t afford to lose one of the best things in her life.

Being one of the contestants in the dance competition was her way to overcoming her fear and insecurity of dancing in public. After seeing her on the show, users were stunned by the then-60-year-old’s physical features and commented on her looks on YouTube. “Good for her for not doing the botox thing! She’s smarter than that. LOVE your natural lines girl!” said one user.

“[You’re] so beautiful, Maureen, inside and out,” said another person. One echoed the same sentiments, writing, “You still look beautiful.”

Writing the book allowed her to finally reveal her true self, embracing her imperfections and mistakes. She hopes her story will encourage others to open up about their challenges.

While Jackson seemed to be a fan of the show, the same cannot be said about her husband. McCormick confirmed that her spouse has never watched an episode of “The Brady Bunch.” She found it surprising, saying, “I’ve never been anywhere where someone hadn’t seen it.”

Maureen McCormick’s journey through fame, personal struggles, and self-discovery is an inspiring example of resilience and growth. By embracing her imperfections and sharing her story, she continues to touch the lives of many, encouraging others to open up about their challenges.