Whatever Happened to Joyce Van Patten, Actor & Aunt of ‘Amanda Knox’s Grace Van Patten?

The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox arrives on Hulu today (Aug. 20), retelling the true story (and various misconceptions) surrounding Amanda Knox’s wrongful murder conviction. With Grace Van Patten starring as the titular Amanda Knox, she continues in the family business, adding her name alongside her uncle Dick Van Patten (Eight Is Enough), cousin Vincent Van Patten (Rock ‘n’ Roll High School, Baywatch) and aunt Joyce Van Patten.

Joyce began her acting career at an early age. According to her IMDB biography, she was on Broadway at age 6 in the play “Popsy” in 1941. After a brief time on the stage, she transitioned to television roles, making her debut as a regular performer on The Danny Kaye Show.