Introduction
The Sound of Music has been one of the most beloved musicals of all time. It tells the story of Maria, a young woman who becomes a governess to the seven children of a widowed naval captain. The film was released in 1965 and starred Julie Andrews as Maria. However, the rest of the cast was equally important in bringing the story to life. In this article, we’ll take a look at the cast of the original Sound of Music and where they are now.
Julie Andrews as Maria
Julie Andrews played the role of Maria, the young governess with a love for music and life. Andrews was already an established Broadway star when she was cast in the role. She had previously starred in My Fair Lady, Camelot, and other successful musicals. Andrews went on to have a successful career in Hollywood, starring in films such as Mary Poppins and The Princess Diaries.
Christopher Plummer as Captain von Trapp
Christopher Plummer played the role of Captain von Trapp, the stern naval captain who falls in love with Maria. Plummer was already an established actor when he was cast in the role. He had previously starred in films such as The Sound of Music and The Man Who Would Be King. Plummer continued to act in Hollywood and on Broadway, winning an Oscar for his role in Beginners.
Eleanor Parker as Baroness Elsa Schraeder
Eleanor Parker played the role of Baroness Elsa Schraeder, the wealthy woman who is engaged to Captain von Trapp. Parker was an established Hollywood actress when she was cast in the role. She had previously starred in films such as The Naked Jungle and Detective Story. Parker continued to act in films and on television until her death in 2013.
Richard Haydn as Max Detweiler
Richard Haydn played the role of Max Detweiler, the music promoter who helps the von Trapp family escape from Austria. Haydn was an established character actor when he was cast in the role. He had previously appeared in films such as Alice in Wonderland and The Emperor Waltz. Haydn continued to act in films and on television until his death in 1985.
Charmian Carr as Liesl von Trapp
Charmian Carr played the role of Liesl von Trapp, the oldest daughter of Captain von Trapp. Carr was a newcomer to Hollywood when she was cast in the role. She had previously worked as a model and had no acting experience. Carr went on to appear in a few other films before retiring from acting. She passed away in 2016.
Nicholas Hammond as Friedrich von Trapp
Nicholas Hammond played the role of Friedrich von Trapp, the oldest son of Captain von Trapp. Hammond was a child actor when he was cast in the role. He had previously appeared in the television series The Flying Nun. Hammond continued to act in films and on television, including a role in the Spider-Man TV series in the 1970s.
Heather Menzies as Louisa von Trapp
Heather Menzies played the role of Louisa von Trapp, the second oldest daughter of Captain von Trapp. Menzies was a newcomer to Hollywood when she was cast in the role. She went on to appear in a few other films and television shows before retiring from acting. Menzies passed away in 2017.
Duane Chase as Kurt von Trapp
Duane Chase played the role of Kurt von Trapp, the second oldest son of Captain von Trapp. Chase was a child actor when he was cast in the role. He went on to appear in a few other films and television shows before retiring from acting. Chase currently works as a computer programmer.
Angela Cartwright as Brigitta von Trapp
Angela Cartwright played the role of Brigitta von Trapp, the third oldest daughter of Captain von Trapp. Cartwright was a child actor when she was cast in the role. She had previously appeared in the television series Make Room for Daddy. Cartwright went on to appear in other films and television shows, including the TV series Lost in Space.
Debbie Turner as Marta von Trapp
Debbie Turner played the role of Marta von Trapp, the second youngest daughter of Captain von Trapp. Turner was a newcomer to Hollywood when she was cast in the role. She went on to appear in a few other films and television shows before retiring from acting. Turner currently works as a floral designer.
Kym Karath as Gretl von Trapp
Kym Karath played the role of Gretl von Trapp, the youngest daughter of Captain von Trapp. Karath was a child actor when she was cast in the role. She went on to appear in a few other films and television shows before retiring from acting. Karath currently works as a dental hygienist.
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