Joyce DeWitt, best known as Janet Wood on the hit sitcom Three’s Company, has a story that begins in the heart of Indiana. Though born in Wheeling, West Virginia, she was raised in Speedway, Indiana, just outside Indianapolis. A graduate of Speedway High School, she discovered her love for performing early, which led her to pursue a theater degree at Ball State University. Later, she earned her Master’s in Acting from UCLA, preparing her for the bright lights of Hollywood.
DeWitt’s big break came in 1977 when she was cast as Janet Wood, the level-headed roommate on Three’s Company. The show ran until 1984 and became one of the most popular sitcoms of its era. Joyce’s character stood out as the grounded, practical balance to John Ritter’s slapstick humor and Suzanne Somers’ bubbly personality.
After the series, Joyce appeared in guest TV roles, independent films, and stage productions including Noises Off and Anything Goes. She has also been active in charity work, supporting causes like homelessness and hunger relief.
In her personal life, Joyce DeWitt has stayed private. She has never married and has no children, preferring to keep her focus on her career and humanitarian projects.
Even decades after Three’s Company ended, Joyce DeWitt remains a fan favorite at TV reunions and conventions. Her journey from Indiana to Hollywood is proof that small-town roots can lead to lasting success.
I watched plenty of Three's Company as a young adult.
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