Allison Balson is an American singer-songwriter and actress. Her best-known role was that of Nancy Oleson on the Little House on the Prairie series which she portrayed from 1981 to 1983.
Biography Balson portrayed the adopted Nancy Oleson on the TV drama Little House on the Prairie (1981) and Little House: A New Beginning (1982-1983). Prior she worked as a guest star in numerous syndicated television shows, such as Quincy and CHIPS, after school specials, national commercial advertising campaigns, such as Coca-Cola, M&M's, KFC, Vivitar Camera, Minute Maid Orange Juice, and portrayed Chrissy Roberts in the syndicated TV sitcom The Life and Times of Eddie Roberts (1980). She also appeared in the film Best Seller (1987). Balson also portrayed Mary in the indie feature film Broken Blood (2013).
Balson hosted and produced the syndicated radio show "Music Scene Live" a talk show format broadcast which featured musical artists in live performance of original music in front of a live audience. The show aired nationally on a weekly basis, and was recorded for more than three years, and featured over 250 musical artists of various musical genres.
Balson continues to act in television and film productions. She is also in the process of producing and recording her third solo album, and released the single called "My Friend" in conjunction with the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Little House on the Prairie tv show.
Filmography
Film Year Title Role Notes1980 The Hearse Alice The Goosehill Gang and the Mystery of Howling Woods Beth Direct to video The Goosehill Gang and the Gold Rush Treasure Map The Goosehill Gang and the Mystery of the Treehouse Ghost 1981 Looker Daughter 1987 Legend of the White Horse Jewel Best Seller Holly Meechum 2013 Broken Blood Mary
Television Year Title Role Notes 1978 A Guide for the Married Woman Debby TV movie 1980 The Life and Times of Eddie Roberts Chrissy Roberts Main role1981 Quincy, M.E. Megan Carmody Episode – "Who Speaks for the Children" CHiPs Amy Episode – "Moonlight" 1982 Goldie & Kids: Listen to Us Herself TV special 1981–1983 Little House on the Prairie Nancy Oleson Main role 1983 Little House: Look Back to Yesterday TV movie1984 Little House: The Last Farewell Little House: Bless All the Dear Children 1986 ABC Afterschool Specials Jed's Girlfriend Episode – "A Desperate Exit"
References
External links
Official website Music Scene Live Homepage