Where Are They Now? The Cast Of Welcome Back, Kotter!
Whatever happened to those loveable Sweathogs from Buchanan High? The cast of "Welcome Back, Kotter" left an undeniable mark on television history, and fans still clamor to know what became of the actors who brought those iconic characters to life.
The American television sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter," a cultural touchstone of the 1970s, captivated audiences with its blend of humor and heart. Starring Gabe Kaplan as the eponymous Gabe Kotter and featuring a young John Travolta, the show revolved around Kotter's return to his alma mater, a Brooklyn high school, to teach a new generation of "Sweathogs" a group of lovable, yet mischievous, underachievers. Videotaped in front of a live studio audience, "Welcome Back, Kotter" originally aired on ABC from September 9, 1975, to June 8, 1979, spanning four seasons and solidifying its place in television history. But, as the years pass, the inevitable question arises: what happened to the Welcome back, kotter cast, and who among them is still with us today?
| Actor Name | Role in "Welcome Back, Kotter" | Born | Died | Other Notable Roles | Website/Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabe Kaplan | Gabe Kotter | March 31, 1944 | Still Alive | "Lewis & Clark" (1981), "Fast Break" (1979), Professional Poker Player | IMDb Profile |
| John Travolta | Vinnie Barbarino | February 18, 1954 | Still Alive | "Saturday Night Fever," "Grease," "Pulp Fiction" | IMDb Profile |
| Marcia Strassman | Julie Kotter | April 28, 1948 | October 25, 2014 | "M AS*H," "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids" | IMDb Profile |
| Robert Hegyes | Juan Epstein | May 7, 1951 | January 26, 2012 | "Cagney & Lacey" | IMDb Profile |
| John Sylvester White | Mr. Michael Woodman | December 1, 1919 | September 9, 1988 | "The Twilight Zone," "Bonanza" | IMDb Profile |
| Stephen Shortridge | Beau De LaBarre | October 23, 1951 | Still Alive | "31" | IMDb Profile |
'Welcome Back, Kotter' Cast 40 Years Later Photos ABC News
Photos of The Cast of ‘Welcome Back, Kotter’ (1975) Vintage News Daily
Photos of The Cast of ‘Welcome Back, Kotter’ (1975) Vintage News Daily
