Maureen McCormick starred as the vivacious Marcia Brady on the beloved classic family sitcom “The Brady Bunch” which aired on ABC from 1969 to 1974. The actress, now 69 years old, took to her Instagram on August 22, 2025 to mourn the loss of a treasured former costar in a sentimental tribute.
The tribute was for “Get Smart” actor David Ketchum, whose death was covered by the Hollywood Reporter the same day McCormick honored him in her post. The TV icon wrote, “Rest in peace, David Ketchum,” before adding a red heart emoji. She continued, “What an honor it was work with you back in 1966 on the TV show ‘Camp Runamuck.’ I will always remember your kindness.”
In the comments of McCormick’s post, a user named Lindy Davis who identified herself as another fellow performer on the show, shared a story of a time she says Ketchum heroically saved her life onset during what she called “a stunt gone wrong.” She recalled, “I was fifty feet up a rickety tower, open on three sides for the camera. There were three adults and myself on a platform that was approximately 5’X A stuntman with an actual jet pack strapped to his back and fastened by wires held by a construction crane.” She also alarmingly revealed, “They never tested the jet pack.”
David Ketchum Died In California, Daughter Revealed
The Hollywood Reporter says they were told by Ketchum’s daughter, Nicole Madden, that he died in a Sherman Oak care facility.
The outlet says he is remembered for his mastery of physical comedy which saw him squeeze into objects like sofas and vending machines.
Variety says along with starring in “Get Smart,” the actor is notable for guest appearances on various ’60s sitcoms. His role as a counselor in “Camp Runamuck,” where he met Maureen McCormick, was his first, per the report.
The outlet points out the then 37-year-old quickly made up for what some might consider a late start into show business, nabbing a regular role as Mel Warshaw in “I’m Dickens, He’s Fenster.”
David Ketchum Was Also an Accomplished Television Writer
Because he was so well known as a character actor, some fans might not know Ketchum was also an accomplished TV writer. The New York Times says the late star wrote numerous episodes for several famous sitcoms including “Happy Days” and “Full House.” The report points out he was even nominated for a Writers Guild of America award for his work on “M*A*S*H.”
Parade says Ketchum is survived by his wife, Louise, with whom he shared an impressively long marriage of 68 years. He is also survived by their two daughters, Nicole and Wendy, three grandchildren, and a great-grandson, per the report.
He held a degree in electrical engineering from UCLA.
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