Step By Step Cast: Where The Actors Are Now
The Nostalgic Sitcom's Legacy
We still fondly remember the beloved sitcom, 'Step by Step,' about a single mom and dad navigating family life. But what happened to the cast after the series ended in 1998? Let's catch up with them!
Josh Byrne (Brendan Lambert)
Josh Byrne, who played the youngest Lambert, started acting at just six years old. He appeared in 'Who's the Boss?' and 'The Family Man' before joining 'Step by Step.' After leaving the series, he focused on education and briefly considered behind-the-camera work. Byrne now enjoys history, renaissance fairs, and comic books.
Jason Marsden (Rich Halke)
Jason Marsden, who played Rich Halke, found success as a voice actor, starring in 'A Goofy Movie' and lending his voice to various animated characters. He continues to act on-camera with guest appearances on TV shows.
Sasha Mitchell (Cody Lambert)
Sasha Mitchell, who played Cody Lambert, had already achieved success on TV before 'Step by Step.' He struggled to break into mainstream films but has had guest starring roles on 'JAG,' 'NYPD Blue,' and 'ER.'
Peggy Rea (Ivy Baker)
Peggy Rea, who played Ivy Baker, had a prolific career on TV before joining 'Step by Step.' She was 70 when cast and continued to act in other shows and films. Rea passed away in 2011.
Patrika Darbo (Penny Baker)
Patrika Darbo, who played Penny Baker, increased her momentum with 'Step by Step.' She landed guest starring roles on popular TV shows and played Roseanne Barr in a TV biopic. Darbo has since appeared in over 500 episodes of 'Days of Our Lives' as Nancy Wesley.
Christopher Castile (Mark Foster)
Christopher Castile, who played Mark Foster, earned Young Artist Award nominations for his role. He chose to retire from acting after 'Step by Step' and is now a public school teacher.
Christine Lakin (Al Lambert)
Christine Lakin, who played Al Lambert, continued to act with guest starring roles on '7th Heaven,' '3rd Rock from the Sun,' and 'Odd Man Out.' She also lent her voice to video games and became a director for TV series.
Angela Watson (Karen Foster)
Angela Watson, who played Karen Foster, faced financial struggles after 'Step by Step.' She dedicated her life to advocating for child actors' rights and has successfully pursued changes in laws regarding their income.
Brandon Call (J.T. Lambert)
Brandon Call, who played J.T. Lambert, has mostly stayed out of the public spotlight. He revealed at a reunion panel that he works in real estate.
Stacy Keanan (Dana Foster)
Stacy Keanan, who played Dana Foster, continued to act but with less frequency. She focused on her education, graduating from law school and becoming a Deputy District Attorney in Los Angeles.
Suzanne Somers (Carol Foster)
Suzanne Somers, who played Carol Foster, had a prolific career before 'Step by Step.' She faced adversity in her previous shows but found success with 'Step by Step.' After the series ended, she pivoted to hosting and live theater.
Patrick Duffy (Frank Lambert)
Patrick Duffy, who played Frank Lambert, had an uninterrupted career after 'Step by Step.' He has worked as a guest star on various TV shows and voiced characters on animated series.
