Born on September 26, 1962, in Berkeley, California, USA, Melissa Sue Anderson is a well-known actress celebrated for her role as Mary Ingalls on the popular TV series *Little House on the Prairie* during the late 1970s and early 1980s.

Although her precise net worth is not publicly disclosed, insiders estimate that by late 2018, her wealth had reached around $1.5 million, thanks to a successful career in film and television. It is expected that as she continues to pursue her career, her financial standing will grow.

After leaving *Little House on the Prairie* following its seventh season, Melissa Sue Anderson received a nomination for her role in the 1981 horror film *Happy Birthday to Me*.

In interviews, she cited her portrayal of a character who lost her vision in the show’s fourth season as one of her most challenging roles. Her career continued with roles in *The Equalizer*, *Murder, She Wrote*, and *CHiPs*.

Anderson also ventured into production, serving as an associate producer for the 1990 TV movie *Where Pigeons Go to Die*, Michael Landon’s final film. In 1998, she was honored with induction into the Western Performers Hall of Fame. She took on the lead role in the short-lived sitcom *Partners* the following year.

In the latter part of her career, Anderson’s acting roles became less frequent. Her notable later appearances include playing First Lady Megan Hollister in the 2006 miniseries *10.5 Apocalypse*. She also appeared in short films and had an uncredited role in the 2014 film *Veronica Mars*.

Her autobiography, *The Way I See It: A Look Back at My Life on Little House*, provides insights into her experiences as a child star, featuring behind-the-scenes stories of her time on the show.

In 2002, Anderson and her family moved to Montreal, where they became Canadian citizens on Canada Day five years later. She has since largely retired from acting to focus on family life and be a stay-at-home mother.