The beloved family sitcom “My Three Sons” may have ended decades ago, but its impact is still felt today. Many fans still wonder what happened to the real-life triplets who played Robbie Douglas’ children on the show. Let’s take a closer look at their journey.

“My Three Sons” was a popular sitcom that aired for twelve seasons from 1960 to 1972. It told the story of the Douglas Family and their adventures, breaking away from the traditional concept of a nuclear family. The show became a cornerstone of both ABC and CBS lineups in the 60s, with a remarkable total of 380 episodes.

Let’s start by exploring the actors who portrayed the three sons on the show:

Tim Considine

Tim Considine, now 82 years old, played the role of Mike Douglas, the oldest son of Steve Douglas. Mike lived with his widowed father for many years, eventually reaching an age where he felt the need to question his father’s decisions. In the fifth season, his character got married and mysteriously disappeared from the show. It was revealed that Mike had “moved east” after going on a honeymoon.

Stanley Livingston

Stanley Livingston portrayed the youngest son of Steve Douglas and was often considered the most naive of the three. While he may not be as memorable as his co-stars, he was the only one of the three sons to witness his father’s death on the show.

Don Grady

Don Grady played the role of Robbie Douglas, the middle child between Mike and Chip. In the series, Robbie got married as a teenager and became a father to triplets. Eventually, Robbie left, leaving his wife Katie to take care of their children alone.

Speaking of the triplets, their roles on the show lasted for only two years, from 1970 to 1972. But time has passed, and they have grown into unrecognizable and incredibly handsome individuals.

A recent Facebook post by American actress Tina Cole showcased a then-and-now picture of the triplets. The black and white throwback photo revealed the trio as children, dressed in matching outfits. But the recent picture displayed them as grown men, radiating happiness and bearing a striking resemblance to each other.

One of the triplets, Joe Todd, who played Charley Douglas alongside his real-life brothers, Dan Todd and Michael Todd, shared some insights into their experience on the show. Joe’s grandmother happened to spot a newspaper ad seeking twins for “My Three Sons.” She convinced the producers to consider triplets instead, fitting perfectly with the show’s name.

Unlike child stars selected for their talent, Joe and his brothers were chosen simply because they were siblings. While Joe couldn’t recall many specifics from his time on set, he remembered how friendly everyone was to them because they were children. Growing up, Joe realized the significant impact the sitcom had on its dedicated fans.

So, what happened to the triplets after their time on “My Three Sons”?

After their appearances on the show, Dan, Michael, and Joe ventured into commercials for various products and establishments. They made appearances on shows like “The Joan Rivers Show” in 1989, but ultimately, their careers in the entertainment industry took a different path.

All three triplets joined the Army after dropping out of college, viewing it as an opportunity to find their individuality. Joe served in the Army’s medic department for 20 years before retiring in 2007. Even after retiring, he continued teaching Soldier Medics at Fort Sam Houston.

Michael served as a combat engineer in the military before retiring and currently works as a teacher at the Army Medical Department at Camp Bullis. As for Dan, he served in the Army for eight years, pursued a degree from the University of Houston, and now runs a small business in Houston.

In 2009, the cast of “My Three Sons” reunited on “The Early Show” to reminisce about their time on the series. Stanley Livingston described the experience as living in another world. The actors also shared behind-the-scenes anecdotes and jokes about the show, including an embrace between Robbie and Katie that humorously led to the birth of the triplets.

The triplets from “My Three Sons” have certainly come a long way since their time on the show. Their unique journey, both on-screen and off, showcases the lasting impact of a beloved sitcom that touched the lives of audiences across generations.