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qtie2bwith · 07-30-2007, 02:05 PM

For all of the fans past and present who used to watch "Different Strokes" I have a question. I myself always loved the Sitcom. I am physically disabled with a condition called Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Congenital. Why do I mention
this? During the time "Different Strokes" aired, a young girl in a wheelchair, with the same condition I have, made several walk on/roll on <smiles> appearances as a school chum of Arnold. She was small in stature, confined to a wheelchair and had blond hair. Does anyone remember this girl; better yet, do you remember, or how can I find out what her name was? I am on the brink of turning 50, and I am most interested to learn if she has been able to remain in good health; although I haven't seen her appear anywhere since "Different Strokes." If anyone remembers her, I'd really like to know her name. This is an awesome website!

Mikado · 07-30-2007, 02:33 PM

Her name was Melanie Watson....it seems she is still alive.....theres a few pages about her online.....here's one of them

http://members.tripod.com/~former_ch...n_melanie.html

07-30-2007, 02:05 PM	#1
qtie2bwith Member First Time Poster Join Date: Jul 30, 2007 Location: Alachua, FL Posts: 1	Different Strokes Fan With Odd Question For all of the fans past and present who used to watch "Different Strokes" I have a question. I myself always loved the Sitcom. I am physically disabled with a condition called Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Congenital. Why do I mention this? During the time "Different Strokes" aired, a young girl in a wheelchair, with the same condition I have, made several walk on/roll on <smiles> appearances as a school chum of Arnold. She was small in stature, confined to a wheelchair and had blond hair. Does anyone remember this girl; better yet, do you remember, or how can I find out what her name was? I am on the brink of turning 50, and I am most interested to learn if she has been able to remain in good health; although I haven't seen her appear anywhere since "Different Strokes." If anyone remembers her, I'd really like to know her name. This is an awesome website!

07-30-2007, 02:33 PM	#2
Mikado Main st bridge Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 06, 2005 Posts: 25,892	Her name was Melanie Watson....it seems she is still alive.....theres a few pages about her online.....here's one of them http://members.tripod.com/~former_ch...n_melanie.html