At 50, Danica McKellar is entering a new chapter, one filled with purpose, perspective and profound gratitude. The beloved ...

After her graduation in 1998, Danica McKellar starred in a number of independent films like XCU: Extreme Close UP (2001), The Killer Next Door (2001), Jane White is Sick and Twisted (2002).

Danica McKellar, who starred on "The Wonder Years" as a teen, opens up about quitting acting for four years after the show ended and then returning to the craft after graduation.

Danica McKellar found stardom as the girl next door, Winnie Cooper, on “The Wonder Years” as a teenager, but by the time the show was over, the actress knew she needed a break from Hollywood.

Danica McKellar took a step back from Hollywood following her five-year run on The Wonder Years. Though it all worked out in hindsight, she admittedly had some fears about leaving the industry behind.

Danica McKellar found stardom as girl next door, Winnie Cooper, on "The Wonder Years" as a teenager, but by the time the show was over, the actress knew she needed a break from Hollywood.