Jodie Foster recalls early role as orphan in classic Gunsmoke Christmas episode
cheatsheet.com — December 22, 2024, 10:01 PM UTC
Jodie Foster, known for her Oscar-winning roles, appeared as a child in the classic TV show "Gunsmoke." She played an orphan named Patricia in the 1971 Christmas episode "P.S. Murry Christmas," which featured a group of children escaping an orphanage. Foster's early career included roles in various shows before she gained fame in films like "Taxi Driver." Despite her success, she initially doubted her future in acting, believing child actors rarely transitioned to adult roles. Now 62, Foster has continued to thrive in Hollywood, recently earning a nomination for her role in "Nyad" and starring in HBO's "True Detective: Night Country." She reflects on her unexpected long-lasting career in acting.