"The Doctors" Actress Amanda Peterson's Family Addresses Rumors Surrounding Her Untimely Death/Music Superstar Tim McGraw (TV Episode 2015) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Phyllis Amanda Peterson came into this world on July 8, 1971, in Greeley, Colorado as the youngest of three children born to a doctor and his wife. Ann-Marie Peterson is an actress, known for The Lawless Land (1988) and The Doctors (2008). Watch the above video to hear the painful secret Amanda’s parents say she kept hidden behind her bright smile. As a clinical social worker, she may specialize in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Infidelity, in addition to other conditions.. No one knew that my dad was a truck driver. An autopsy revealed she died of an accidental morphine overdose. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Peterson made her stage debut at age seven as Gretl in the University of Northern Colorado's stage production of The Sound of Music. Amanda’s sister, Ann-Marie Peterson, also said on show that her sister kept the burden of her trauma inside. Doctors determined Peterson overdosed on a friend's morphine. She was American by natinoanliy. Can't Buy Me Love star Amanda Peterson, who died of an accidental overdose earlier this year at age 43, was raped as a teen, her family has revealed. She did not talk about it with anyone,” she said. What was common knowledge: Amanda Peterson’s dad was a renowned doctor in our town of 60,000. Amanda Peterson's parents reveal late Can't Buy Me Love star was raped at age 15 FORMER teen starlet Amanda Peterson tragically died at the age of … ER physician Dr. Travis Stork says addiction is "not just a Hollywood problem. During the 1983–84 television season, she co-starred as Squirt Sawyer on the NBC drama series Boone. Later, I learned Amanda Peterson’s first name was really Phyllis, but that was not common knowledge at University High School. The Doctors: Amanda Peterson’s Family Speaks Out. She treats general medical concerns and provides urgent care for infants through seniors. Amanda Peterson’s family has revealed she was raped at 15 Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage Even Peterson’s sister, Anne-Marie , did not know about what her sister had endured. Warning signs of addiction include: behavior changes, neglect of relationships with family and friends, problems at school or work, requests for money, lack of energy and unexplained health problems. Extrait de l'émission The Doctors qui revient sur la mort d'Amanda Peterson - 14 septembre 2015 Poster du film Can't Buy Me Love Exclusif - Le Mans - Le 9 juin 2015. The family of actress Amanda Peterson, star of the '80s hit film Can’t Buy Me Love, discuss their daughter’s struggles with mental illness, drugs, her shocking death … © 2021 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. Amanda’s mother, Sylvia, recalls how the incident affected Amanda and the warning signs that indicated her daughter had a problem. Amanda Peterson was just 15 when she starred alongside Patrick Dempsey in the 1987 romantic comedy Can’t Buy Me Love. CBS Television Distribution and CBS Interactive Inc. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website, Think Twice before Buying a Fake COVID Vaccine Card, Survive the Pandemic by Being Kind to Yourself, ‘Target Karen’ Explains Her Public Meltdown, Hotel Cecil: What Really Happened in Elisa Lam's Death. At 11, she won a role in the musical film Annie as a dancing extra. Peterson went on to land guest spots on Father Murphy and Silver Spoons. With a natural beauty, powerful charm and a strong personality this talented and truly gifted actress began her career in film industry at age "nine-and-a-half", with the feature film Annie (1982), directed by Academy Award-winner John Huston. Peterson was from Greeley and was found dead in her apartment by a friend. KUSA - Amanda Peterson, best known for her role in the 1987 romantic comedy "Can't Buy Me Love,"' died from an accidental overdose on July 5. "Every 19 minutes an American dies of a drug overdose, largely driven by prescription drugs.". Ann-Marie Peterson, Actress: The Lawless Land. "Something I want to stress, why we're here, is to warn and counsel people [that] we are among perhaps millions of who have gone through these problems," Amanda Peterson's father, James Hill Peterson, said. Amanda Peterson, star of the 1987 film Can’t Buy Me Love, passed away from an accidental drug overdose in July.On Monday, her family were guests on The Doctors to … Does Your Family Member Need a Health Ultimatum? Family Reveals Secret Behind Actress' Death, Family of Actress Amanda Peterson Speaks Out for First Time Since Her Death. About Amanda L. Peterson (she/her) is a clinical social worker in Neenah, WI. But she was in Hollywood for less than a year before her family says a traumatic incident that Amanda kept secret for years led her to turn to illegal drugs. In July, after a decades-long battle with addiction, Amanda was found dead in her apartment in Colorado at the age of 43. She was ashamed and afterward became defensive and less trusting. Amanda Peterson was an award-winning TV star but she hid a secret that no one knew about. This video is unavailable because we were unable to load a message from our sponsors. In the Season 8 premiere, the family of actress Amanda Peterson discuss her untimely death; Tim McGraw; does being nice affect weight gain; how to keep summer legs looking good through fall. She was Movies (Actress) by profession. Amanda Peterson, Actress: Can't Buy Me Love. When she was 9, Amanda Peterson had a role in my favorite childhood film, Annie. Actress Amanda Peterson, who died in July of an accidental morphine overdose, was raped at age 15, her family said Monday.. Peterson's mother, Sylvia, said on an episode of "The Doctors… Autopsy: Amanda Peterson died from accidental overdose, Actress Amanda Peterson dies at Greeley home. She was the daughter of James Hill Peterson (father) and Sylvia Peterson (mother). Boone was canceled after one season. In a "The Doctors'" Exclusive, the family of actress Amanda Peterson, star of the 1987 hit movie, “Can’t Buy Me Love” discusses their daughter’s struggles with mental illness, drugs, her shocking death and a secret she kept hidden for 30 years. Amanda Peterson's Family On The Painful Secret She Was Hiding Autopsy reports showed that Amanda Peterson died of an accidental morphine overdose at age 43 this past July, but her family By The Doctors With Travis Stork, Andrew Ordon, Rachael Ross, Lisa Lillien. "You have to be very well attuned to what your children are doing, what they're saying. “She was a rocket, and then she had to come down,” says Dr. James Peterson, Amanda's father. Directed by Lynn Hermstad. On Tuesday afternoon, Peterson's family spoke out about her shocking death on the TV show The Doctors. Amanda’s mother, father, sister and brother join The Doctors to open up for the first time since her death about the actress’ struggles. By viewing our video content you are accepting our Video Services Policy. Amanda teaches advanced practice professional students at Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota. Ms. Amanda D Petersen accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Amanda Peterson, star of the 1987 film Can’t Buy Me Love, passed away from an accidental drug overdose back in July. Amanda Peterson's Family Shares Their Photos By The Doctors Staff on 7:00 AM PDT, September 14, 2015 The Doctors exclusive: View the family photos of "Can't Buy Me Love" actress Amanda Peterson, who died July 3 from an accidental drug overdose. Amanda Peterson's Family On The Painful Secret She Was Hiding The Doctors Autopsy reports showed that Amanda Peterson died of an accidental morphine overdose at age 43 this past July, but her family says that doesn't tell the whole story of the … Amanda Peterson real name was Phyllis Amanda Peterson. Amanda's family members discuss how difficult it was to read Internet headlines after Amanda's death, and they reveal what gives them hope. She was born on July 8, 1971 at Greeley, Colorado, United States. Amanda Peterson was born on July 8, in Greeley, Colorado. Amanda had struggled with drug issues most of her adult life, but the fact that she died from prescription drugs caused The Doctors to request the Peterson … ", "This is a problem throughout this country," he says. Peterson got her start as an actress at a young age and was known as both “Amanda Peterson” and “Mandy Peterson” in the industry. She was also famous from other names as Mandy. We all have to be more aware, and that doesn't diminish your love.". Amanda’s mother revealed that at the height of her career, Amanda had been raped. For new and existing patients, please see recommendations on how to schedule an appointment with Amanda Peterson online. “She did not tell me about it. Do You Have an Embarrassing Health Question? On Monday, her family were guests on The Doctors … Amanda Peterson, who found fame as Cindy Mancini in Can't Buy Me Love, was raped when she was 15. Amanda had struggled with drug issues most of her adult life, but the fact that she died from prescription drugs caused The Doctors to request the Peterson family to speak out about the growing issue. Ms. Amanda D Petersen also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Kadlec Regional Medical Center. The coroner's office found high levels of Gabapentin in her body but concluded Peterson died from respiratory depression because of a morphine overdose. During an interview with The Doctors, Peterson's mom, Sylvia, shared that Amanda was raped when she was just 15 years old by a man who was more than twice her age. Amanda Peterson’s mother, Sylvia, recalls how the behavior of the “Can’t Buy Me Love” star changed soon after she moved to Hollywood when she was just 15 and acknowledges that there were warning signs that the actress needed help. After the tragic death of Amanda Peterson, star of “Can’t Buy Me Love,” her family joined The Doctors to share a cautionary tale about the price of fame. Amanda Pederson is a family nurse practitioner for patients in the Walker, Minnesota, area. She also appeared in more than 50 television commercials.