Was It Because of "Heidi"?
Before we get too OT, here's a backstory: In November 1968, "Heidi" interrupted the Jets/Raiders game to the consternation of millions of football fans. That game became became known as "The Heidi Bowl".
"Heidi" was played in that special by Jennifer Edwards. One would have thought that playing Heidi would be a stepping stone to a long-lived starring career from the teens into adulthood. Yet here she is nearly five years later, in a small supporting part as Chris in GAA.
A victim of the "Heidi Curse", perhaps?