Lisa, now 60, thankfully felt supported and hear by the writers and creators of the show, explaining, “I’m sure there were some parts that I wasn’t offered, but that’s OK. I don’t feel like I had any backlash because of it.”
This was not the only time the actress made a choice between fame and faith. She famously turned down the role of Rachel on “Friends,” feeling it would deal too often with sexual topics.
“I don’t regret not taking that opportunity. My kids, on the other hand… I remember my daughter once said, ‘Are you telling me that [Jennifer Aniston’s ex] Brad Pitt could have been my father?”
The star also has been friends with many other like-minded stars, including late “Happy Days” star Erin Moran.
Moran even claimed that Whelchel is the one to have helped her find Jesus Christ after the two met for the NBC made-for-T.V. movie “Twirl”.
Lisa herself found God by chance when she was just 10. Dressed in their only nice dresses, she and a friend decided to go somewhere fun in their special clothes. They wound up at a neighborhood church.
Whelchel realized that she could get free donuts and orange juice every week if she attended Sunday school. Over time, of course, it became more than that.
“Every time I walked through those church doors, it felt like my heart had found its home.”
It’s clear that the actresses’s faith has led her on the right path throughout her career and family life. In addition to her fulfilling marriage with Pete, Lisa finds immense joy in her children and three grandchildren.
According to her, they hold the utmost importance in her life, reflecting the deep love and significance she places on her role as a parent. She frequently shares adorable moments of her grandchildren on Instagram, showcasing her immense pride in them and the deep affection she holds for them.
”Just to know your children are solid, have good hearts, and have found spouses who are amazing people who love them — there is no greater joy,” she says.
We are certainly impressed that she was able to be so forthright in her faith at so young an age.
My Grandpa Left $350K to the Neighbor He Disliked — His Reason Surprised the Whole Family
What a heartwarming, inspiring story — it beautifully shows how even the deepest grudges can be transformed by a simple act of kindness. It’s rare to see someone choose forgiveness over resentment, and your grandfather’s decision to help John’s family in such a profound way highlights his true character. His legacy wasn’t just about passing down memories or possessions; it was about leaving a lasting impact that reached beyond his immediate family and into the lives of others.
I don’t have anything quite as powerful as this, but I do know of a family member who mended a long-held grudge with a neighbor under similarly surprising circumstances. For years, my uncle had feuded with his next-door neighbor over something small that gradually escalated into a regular source of friction. But when my uncle fell ill, it was his neighbor who stepped up, offering support that none of us expected. They went from practically ignoring each other to sharing dinner and even caring for each other’s pets. Looking back, my uncle said he realized how much time he’d wasted holding onto resentment when compassion could have built a friendship from the start.
Stories like yours remind us of the value of letting go of old grievances. They show how simple gestures can bridge divides and make our communities stronger. Thank you for sharing such a meaningful, moving memory.
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