Jennifer Landon is an American actress known for her roles in various TV series like Yellowstone, As the World Turns and Banshee.
She comes from a family with a background in the entertainment industry; she is the daughter of actor Michael Landon and his third wife, Cindy Clerico.
Notably, Jennifer won three consecutive Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Younger Actress in a Drama Series for her portrayal of Gwen Norbeck Munson in As the World Turns.
She has also appeared in films like L.A. D.J. and I Spit on Your Grave III: Vengeance Is…
She continues to be active in the entertainment industry, showcasing her talent across various platforms.
Siblings
Jennifer has eight siblings.
They are Mark Fraser, Josh Fraser, Cheryl Lynn, Leslie Ann, Michael Landon Jr., Christopher, Shawna and Leslie.
Mark, although not biological, was an actor.
Christopher is Jennifer’s half-brother who graduated from Loyola Marymount University and pursued a career as a writer and producer.
Sean is Jennifer’s biological brother and a successful real estate entrepreneur.
Shawna works as a luxury real estate agent in Beverly Hills and is a proud mother of three children.
Michael is an actor, producer and writer known for his work in productions like Love Comes Softly and When Calls the Heart.
Leslie switched careers to become a clinical psychologist after marrying Brian Matthews and has four children.
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Parents
Jennifer’s parents have played significant roles in the entertainment industry.
Her father, Michael Landon, born Eugene Maurice Orowitz in Queens, New York, on October 31, 1936, was a renowned actor, writer and producer.
He starred in iconic TV series like Bonanza and Little House on the Prairie, leaving a lasting impact on American television.
Michael married three times; his last spouse was Cindy Landon, Jennifer’s mother.
Cindy continues to show love and appreciation for Michael even after his passing in 1991 due to pancreatic cancer.
Jennifer’s mother has shared heartwarming memories of Michael and commemorated his legacy through tributes on social media.
Career
Jennifer made her on-screen debut as a child during an episode of her father’s show, Highway to Heaven.
She gained recognition for her portrayal of Gwen Norbeck Munson in As the World Turns, winning three consecutive Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Younger Actress in a Drama Series.
After her soap opera career, Jennifer appeared in The Young and the Restless and Days of Our Lives.
Currently, she stars as Teeter in the TV series, Yellowstone and has a recurring role in FBI: Most Wanted.
Jennifer is also known for her role in the film “I Spit on Your Grave III: Vengeance Is…
In addition to her acting career, she is an avid horse rider and has a stunt double for some of her rougher scenes on Yellowstone.
She has a passion for riding horses and enjoys spending time with her adorable Bulldogs.
Jennifer’s accent in Yellowstone is not her natural accent; the show’s creator, Taylor Sheridan, wrote out her lines phonetically to help her understand Teeter’s dialect.
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