John Orson Whitaker, Jr. (born December 13, 1959) [1] is an American actor notable for several film and television performances during his childhood. The redheaded Whitaker played Jody Davis on Family …

Johnny Whitaker was born on 13 December 1959 in Van Nuys, California, USA. He is an actor and director, known for Tom Sawyer (1973), Sigmund and the Sea Monsters (1973) and A Talking Cat!?! …

Jun 20, 2025 · 1960s child star Johnny Whitaker is seen out in Los Angeles, California. — Source: MEGA/GC Images. In addition to Family Affair, Whitaker starred in a number of hit films and TV …

4 days ago · He’s had roles in nearly 50 movies and TV series, and is probably still best known for playing the lead character Tom Sawyer in the eponymous 1973 family adventure musical movie, …

Sep 19, 2023 · Johnny Whitaker, who became famous at 7 playing Jody Davis in the TV series Family Affair, fought so many struggles — addiction and marital failure, among them — in his life.

Mar 19, 2024 · Johnny Whitaker, a former child star who appeared in the sitcom "Family Affair," struggled with drugs and alcohol before helping others through his ministry.

Jul 6, 2025 · Johnny Whitaker was one of the most beloved child actors of the 1960s and ‘70s, starring in the Saturday morning favorite S igmund and the Sea Monsters and appearing in everything from …