Early Life and Childhood
Ricky Schroder was born on April 13th, 1970 in Brooklyn, New York. His parents, Richard and Diane Schroder, had him at a young age, and Ricky grew up in a single-parent home. He was the youngest of four children and is of German, English, and Irish descent. At a very young age, he was already showing an interest in the entertainment industry. He began appearing in commercials as an infant, and by the time he was nine, he had already made his way onto the silver screen.
Breakthrough Role
Ricky’s big break came in 1979 when he starred in the movie “The Champ” as the son of an ex-boxer played by Jon Voight. The movie was a huge success, and Ricky was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance. After this success, he began appearing in a number of other films and television shows, including “Silver Spoons” and “NYPD Blue.” He also starred in the movie “The Earthling” alongside William Holden, and starred in the TV movie “The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw.”
Later Career
Ricky’s career continued to grow in the late 90s and early 2000s. He starred in the movie “Too Rich: The Secret Life of Doris Duke” and the TV movie “The Perfect Daughter.” He also appeared in a number of made-for-TV movies, such as “A Father’s Choice,” “Sins of the Father,” and “The Christmas Shoes.” He continued to appear in television shows, including “24,” “CSI: Miami,” and “Grey’s Anatomy.”
Recent Projects
In recent years, Ricky has continued to appear in a number of projects. In 2011, he starred in the movie “The Lost Valentine” alongside Betty White. He also starred in the TV movie “The Lying Game” and appeared in the TV series “Scandal.” He also had a recurring role in the TV series “The O.C.” In 2019, he starred in the movie “The Cowboy” alongside Bruce Dern and appeared in the TV movie “The Christmas Club.”
Personal Life
Ricky has been married twice and has four children. He was first married to actress Andrea Bernard from 1992 to 1994. He then married interior designer Andrea Schroder in 1996 and they have three daughters and a son. The couple currently resides in Los Angeles. Ricky is also an avid horseback rider and enjoys spending time with his family.
Awards and Achievements
Ricky has been nominated for two Academy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. He has also won a Young Artist Award and a People’s Choice Award. He is also a member of the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Philanthropy
Ricky is an active philanthropist and has donated his time and money to a number of causes. He is a supporter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and has also served on the board of directors of the Hollywood Radio and Television Society. He is also a supporter of the American Red Cross, the Starlight Children’s Foundation, and the Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Conclusion
Ricky Schroder has come a long way from his childhood days as a child star. He has gone on to have a successful career in both film and television, and is an active philanthropist. He is also a loving husband and father, and continues to be a role model for young people everywhere.
