Melissa Ellen Gilbert (born May 8, 1964) is an American actress, writer, and producer, primarily in movies and television. Gilbert is best known as a child actress who co-starred as Charles Ingalls's (played by Michael Landon) second daughter, Laura Ingalls Wilder, on the dramatic television series Little House on the Prairie (1974–1984). As an adult, she has a very long list of acting, voicework, writing, producing, and directing credits. Melissa also served two terms as President of the Screen Actors Guild. On June 9, 2009, her autobiography Prairie Tale: A Memoir was released.

Melissa Gilbert

Acting Born May 8, 1964 Los Angeles, California, USA

Melissa Ellen Gilbert (born May 8, 1964) is an American actress, writer, and producer, primarily in movies and television. Gilbert is best known as a child actress who co-starred as Charles Ingalls's (played by Michael Landon) second daughter, Laura Ingalls Wilder, on the dramatic television series Little House on the Prairie (1974–1984). As an adult, she has a very long list of acting, voicework, writing, producing, and directing credits. Melissa also served two terms as President of the Screen Actors Guild. On June 9, 2009, her autobiography Prairie Tale: A Memoir was released.

Known For

Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen

Self - Guest

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

Self

The Kelly Clarkson Show

Self

The View

Self

Hollywood Squares

Self - Panelist

The Love Boat

Rosemary Simpson

Dancing with the Stars

Self - Contestant

LIVE with Kelly and Mark

Self - Guest

Late Night with Conan O'Brien

Self - Guest

Nip/Tuck

Shari Noble

American Idol

Self

Little House on the Prairie

Laura Ingalls