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Is Melody Thomas Scott Dead or Alive? Who is Melody Thomas Scott?
by V Gomala
Updated Aug 02, 2024
Is Melody Thomas Scott Dead or Alive?
Melody Thomas Scott is alive and doing well. She was born on April 18, 1956, in Los Angeles, California, and recently she turned 68. Melody is best known for playing Nikki Newman on "The Young and the Restless."
Her acting career started in 1964 with a role in Alfred Hitchcock’s film Marnie. She later appeared in TV shows like Wagon Train, Ironside, and Code R, as well as movies such as The Beguiled, Posse, and The Shootist.
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Who is Melody Thomas Scott?
Melody Thomas Scott, born Melody Ann Thomas on April 18, 1956, is an American actress. She is most famous for her role as Nikki Newman on the soap opera The Young and the Restless. She has played various roles in many dramas.
| Birth Name | Melody Ann Thomas |
| Date of Birth | April 18, 1956 (age 68) |
| Place of Birth | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 1963–present |
| Spouses | Lindy Davis (m. 1979; div. 1979)
Bob Shield (m. 1980; div. 1980) Edward J. Scott (m. 1985) |
| Children | 3 |
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Melody Thomas Scott Age
Melody Thomas Scott is 68 years old. Melody, born Melody Ann Thomas in Los Angeles, started her acting career as a child in the 1964 Alfred Hitchcock movie Marnie. In the mid-1970s, she appeared in TV shows and movies, including John Wayne’s last film The Shootist (1976), where she had the final speaking scene with Wayne.
She also had roles in popular nighttime TV shows like The Rockford Files, Charlie's Angels, and a recurring part on The Waltons.
Melody Thomas Scott Career
In 1979, at 23 years old, she left The Waltons to join The Young and the Restless as Nikki Reed, a character from a tough background. She chose this role over a sitcom pilot that didn’t end up being made. Her character eventually became a key figure in the show, marrying Victor Newman. Scott has expressed gratitude for having such a long-running role, calling it a miracle.
She also appeared as a celebrity guest on The $25,000 Pyramid for a week in June 1985. On February 19, 2019, The Young and the Restless aired a special episode to celebrate her 40 years with the show.
Melody Thomas Scott Networth
Melody Thomas Scott has had a successful and long TV career, which has made her quite wealthy. As of 2024, her net worth is about $7 million. This wealth comes from her many years of acting, especially her famous role on "The Young and the Restless."
In addition to acting, she has also made smart investments and endorsements that have increased her money.
Melody Thomas Scott Husband
Melody Thomas Scott is married to Edward J. Scott. On the set of The Young and the Restless, she met her third husband, Edward J. Scott, who was the show's executive producer. They got married in 1985 and have three daughters: Jennifer (Edward's daughter from a previous marriage), Alexandra Danielle Yeaggy (whose father was the late Carlos Yeaggy, a makeup artist Melody met on the show), and Elizabeth.
The family lives in Beverly Hills, California. Jennifer had twins on May 25, 2011: a boy named James and a girl named Charlotte. These twins are Melody and Edward's first and second grandchildren.
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