In 1983, Alyssa Milano secured the role of Tony Danza’s daughter, Samantha Micelli, on the popular sitcom “Who’s the Boss?”.
This impressive achievement prompted her and her family to relocate from New York to Los Angeles. She emerged as the successful candidate from approximately 1,500 aspiring young actresses vying for the part.
The pilot was shot in November 1983 when Alyssa Jayne Milano was 10. Born on December 19, 1972, in Bensonhurst, New York, she turned 11 on December 19, 1983.
The cast of ‘Who’s the Boss?’ featuring Tony Danza, Alyssa Milano, Judith Light, Danny Pintauro, and Katherine Helmond gathered on set, capturing the essence of the beloved sitcom (Credit: ABC)
When the final episode of the American sitcom television series aired on April 25, 1992, Alyssa Milano was 19 years old. She turned 20 on December 19, 1992.
A youthful Alyssa Milano dazzles at the 14th Annual American Music Awards in 1987, showcasing her rising star status in the entertainment industry (Credit: Charlie Steffens / FayesVision / WENN / ABC Studios Archive / Chris Connor)
In August 2020, it was announced that Alyssa Milano and Tony Danza are set to reunite and star in a sequel series to the original 1980s show. Sony Pictures Television is developing the sequel.
Alyssa Milano as Samantha Micelli and Danny Pintauro as Jonathan Bower in Who’s the Boss? (Credit: Charlie Steffens / FayesVision / WENN / ABC Studios Archive / Chris Connor)
Advocacy Beyond Acting: Milano’s Work with UNICEF
It’s not exactly a secret that Alyssa Milano has been working with UNICEF for a while now.
The “Who’s the Boss?” actress has even visited India to raise awareness for the living conditions of a post-tsunami community.
Alyssa Milano sporting a chic cropped hairstyle at the 6th Biennial UNICEF Ball on January 12, 2016, in Beverly Hills, California (Credit: Charlie Steffens / FayesVision / WENN / ABC Studios Archive / Chris Connor)
Leveraging Fame for Fundraising and Awareness
In recent years, Alyssa Milano has effectively utilized social media to engage and mobilize her audience for a good cause. Alongside her husband, the actress has made a commitment to support impoverished children, demonstrating their dedication to making a tangible difference.
Alyssa Milano graces the blue carpet in an intricately embellished Alice + Olivia dress during the UNICEF x Louis Vuitton ball, advocating for children’s welfare (Credit: Charlie Steffens / FayesVision / WENN / ABC Studios Archive / Chris Connor)
In January 2016, Alyssa Milano arrived at the UNICEF x Louis Vuitton ball, where celebrities gathered to pledge and help raise funds for needy children.
The starlet wore an Alice + Olivia dress, John Hardy jewelry, and Jimmy Choo’s “Abel” pumps.
Alyssa Milano’s feet in black Jimmy Choo pumps (Credit: Charlie Steffens / FayesVision / WENN / ABC Studios Archive / Chris Connor)
Now, we know what you’re thinking: Why spend thousands of dollars on an outfit you could have just used to help the children?
First—as superficial as it may sound—getting the attention of the higher consumer market can help attract people who can give more to UNICEF. Second, most outfits are on loan from celebrity stylists anyway.
Alyssa Milano looks over her shoulder as she shows off her Alice + Olivia dress (Credit: Charlie Steffens / FayesVision / WENN / ABC Studios Archive / Chris Connor)
Alyssa uploaded an adorable photo of her and her husband doing the pinky promise. The Louis Vuitton x UNICEF #makeapromise campaign has spread across different countries, many thanks to the celebrities who helped promote the cause.
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