When The Sound of Music debuted 60 years ago, it became an instant classic. With Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer leading the cast, the story of the von Trapp family captured hearts worldwide. The film’s enduring charm is tied not only to its music but also to the children who played the von Trapp siblings. Among them was Debbie Turner, who stepped into the role of young Marta at just 7 years old.

Debbie Turner, unlike some of her castmates, wasn’t an established actress before joining the production. She had only appeared in commercials, while others like Angela Cartwright already had screen credits. Still, her sweet performance in the 1965 film made Marta unforgettable to audiences. Looking back, Turner admits her Hollywood career ended before it had the chance to begin — and not b

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