Remembering Tiffany Brissette and Small Wonder
For those who grew up in the 80s, the show Small Wonder might bring back some nostalgic memories. The star of the show, Tiffany Brissette, played V.I.C.I., a robotic child designed to act like a 10-year-old, providing laughter and entertainment for four years until the show’s cancellation. Tiffany continued acting until 1991, but her career started much earlier, at the tender age of two, when her mother entered her in pageants and talent competitions. She went on to do voice-over work and commercials before landing her big break in 1983’s Heart Like a Wheel. This led to a recurring role on the show Webster, but it was Small Wonder that would become her most iconic role.
Life After Small Wonder
Following the end of Small Wonder, Tiffany appeared on the show Equal Justice and even made an appearance on The 700 Club at the age of 17. However, in 1991, she decided to leave acting behind and focus on her education. She attended Westmont College, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology. After college, Tiffany dedicated herself to helping children and young adults as a counselor in the San Diego area. This lasted until the mid-2000s when she relocated to Boulder, Colorado, and took up a job as a nanny. While in Boulder, she earned another degree and eventually became a registered nurse, which is still her current occupation.
Tiffany has appeared in a few ‘Where Are They Now?’ segments, but apart from that, there hasn’t been much news about her. It seems that she has settled into her life away from the camera without any regrets. Some might argue that she missed out on potential opportunities by leaving the entertainment industry, but it’s clear that Tiffany knew when to step away and what she wanted once she did. She has been described as a devout individual who knows her self-worth and has been strong-willed throughout her life.
Reflecting on Tiffany’s Journey and Choices
Realizing that one of our childhood stars is now in her 40s is a reminder that time marches on for all of us. It’s fortunate that Tiffany managed to avoid the pitfalls that often plague child actors in Hollywood. Her upbringing didn’t hold her back, and she chose to leave the industry when it felt right for her. There’s no way to know how successful she would have continued to be as the years went on, but it’s admirable that she recognized when her time in the spotlight had come to an end.
For the era she belonged to, Tiffany had enough talent and skill to make her roles work, but it’s uncertain if she could have adapted to the ever-changing landscape of Hollywood. It’s possible that she never intended to find out, as some actors enter the industry, make their mark, and then bow out without any regrets. If that was Tiffany’s plan, it worked perfectly. She enjoyed her time in the spotlight and found her exit when she was ready.
One can’t help but wonder if people still recognize her from her previous roles and ask about her time as a star. It’s likely that this has happened over the years, but as time goes on, people may have stopped asking. It doesn’t seem like Tiffany has any regrets about leaving the industry, so it’s fair to say that she had a good run while she was in it and simply felt it was time to move on to the next chapter of her life. To this day, it appears that she is content with the choices she made and the path she has taken.
Follow Us
