The Brady Bunch's Susan Olsen Opens Up About Disliking Her Role as Cindy Brady
Susan Olsen, known for her role as Cindy Brady in "The Brady Bunch," recently revealed that she did not like her character when she was a child actress. Despite Cindy's popularity with viewers, Olsen admitted to disliking the character due to her perceived shortcomings, such as being a tattletale and appearing unintelligent.
Olsen expressed her discomfort with playing Cindy, as she felt the character's traits did not align with her own personality. She recalled feeling awkward about delivering Cindy's lines, especially when they made her a target for bullying at school.
One particular episode, "A Fistful of Reasons," highlighted Cindy's lisp, which was a real-life trait of Olsen's that the show incorporated into the character. Unfortunately, this episode provided ammunition for Olsen's bullies, who mercilessly mocked her for Cindy's actions and lines.
Despite facing bullying at school, Olsen acknowledged that she had a supportive group of friends. She understood that some children were jealous of her role on the show and the fun she had as a child actress, leading her to empathize with their behavior.
Following the end of "The Brady Bunch," Olsen continued to portray Cindy in various spin-offs and TV movies. She also lent her voice to the animated series "The Brady Kids." Today, Olsen works as a children's acting coach at Vibes Performing Arts in Santa Clarita, California.
In conclusion, Susan Olsen's candid revelations about her experience playing Cindy Brady shed light on the challenges she faced as a child actress and the impact of her role on her personal life. Despite her initial dislike for the character, Olsen's portrayal of Cindy remains a memorable part of television history.