Actress Kristy McNichol has officially come out of the closet, according to People.com. McNichol, 49, has lived with partner Martie Allen, also 49, for the past two decades. She “is very sad about kids being bullied,” publicist Jeff Ballard said. “She hopes that coming out can help kids who need support. She would like to help others who feel different.”
McNichol is best known for her roles on the ’70s show Family and the 1988-95 series Empty Nest. She has also starred in several films, including Little Darlings in 1980 with Tatum O’Neal.