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The Bewitching Truth: Where Are The Actors Of Bewitched Now? (2025 Update)

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The iconic fantasy sitcom Bewitched remains a television classic, captivating new generations with the magical life of Samantha Stephens, a witch married to a mortal man, Darrin Stephens. As of December 2025, over six decades since the show first aired, the legacy of the beloved cast continues to fascinate fans, especially with a new series reboot reportedly in development at FOX. The fate of the main actors, however, holds a mix of enduring success, heartbreaking tragedy, and quiet, non-magical suburban lives.

This deep dive explores the complete biographies of the main cast, the infamous "Darrin Switch," the careers of the surviving child stars, and the surprising new updates surrounding the show's future. The majority of the adult cast have sadly passed away, but their contributions to the golden age of television are immortal.

The Main Cast: Full Biographies and Tragic Endings

The core ensemble of Bewitched created a dynamic that was both hilarious and groundbreaking for its time. However, many of the stars faced significant health battles and career challenges after the series concluded in 1972. The sheer number of major cast members who succumbed to cancer has led to the persistent, though unfounded, myth of the "Bewitched curse."

Elizabeth Montgomery (Samantha Stephens)

  • Role: Samantha Stephens, the charming witch who attempts to live a normal life.
  • Born: April 15, 1933, Los Angeles, California.
  • Died: May 18, 1995, Los Angeles, California.
  • Cause of Death: Colorectal cancer.
  • Post-Bewitched Career: Following the show, Montgomery successfully shed her comedic image by starring in numerous dramatic television movies, often playing strong, complex women. Notable roles included the controversial Lizzie Borden in The Legend of Lizzie Borden and a victim of rape in A Case of Rape. A new documentary, Elizabeth Montgomery: A Bewitched Life, has recently brought renewed attention to her career and activism.

Agnes Moorehead (Endora)

  • Role: Endora, Samantha's disapproving, flamboyant mother and a powerful witch.
  • Born: December 6, 1900, Clinton, Massachusetts.
  • Died: April 30, 1974, Rochester, Minnesota.
  • Cause of Death: Uterine cancer.
  • Legacy: Moorehead was a legendary actress with a career spanning five decades, including radio, stage, and film, notably Orson Welles' Mercury Theatre. She received six Emmy nominations for her role as Endora. Her death, coupled with the cancer diagnoses of other cast members, is a primary reason for the "curse" narrative.

Dick York (Darrin Stephens I)

  • Role: Darrin Stephens, Samantha's mortal husband (Seasons 1–5).
  • Born: September 4, 1928, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
  • Died: February 20, 1992, East Grand Rapids, Michigan.
  • Cause of Death: Emphysema, complicated by a degenerative spinal condition.
  • Tragedy: York suffered a severe, career-ending back injury in 1959 on the set of the film They Came to Cordura. His chronic pain, which led to a dependence on prescription painkillers, forced him to collapse on the Bewitched set in 1969, leading to his eventual replacement. In his later life, he was an advocate for the homeless.

Dick Sargent (Darrin Stephens II)

  • Role: Darrin Stephens, Samantha's mortal husband (Seasons 6–8).
  • Born: April 19, 1930, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California.
  • Died: July 8, 1994, Los Angeles, California.
  • Cause of Death: Prostate cancer.
  • Activism: Sargent, who was openly gay, became a visible advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and a supporter of the fight against prostate cancer after his diagnosis, often participating in public awareness campaigns. He and Elizabeth Montgomery remained close friends until their deaths.

The Surviving Cast Members: Where Are They Now?

The majority of the main adult cast are no longer with us, but the three actors who played the Stephens children are still alive and well today, with one remaining active in the public eye while the others maintain a very private life.

Erin Murphy (Tabitha Stephens)

Erin Murphy, who shared the role of Tabitha Stephens with her fraternal twin sister Diane Murphy for the first season, took over the role entirely from Season 3 onwards and is the most publicly active surviving cast member.

Current Status: Now in her early 60s, Murphy has had a varied career outside of acting. She has worked as a casting director, a makeup artist, a stunt double, and a motivational speaker. She is also a successful entrepreneur, owning a business called Erin Murphy Knits, where she sells alpaca knitwear she makes herself. She frequently appears at fan conventions and retrospectives to discuss her time on the show.

Diane Murphy (Tabitha Stephens)

Diane Murphy, Erin’s twin sister, is credited with playing Tabitha Stephens alongside Erin in the early episodes of the series. However, as Erin was slightly more comfortable in front of the camera and the role grew, she eventually took over full-time.

Current Status: Unlike her sister, Diane chose to leave the acting world behind after Bewitched. She lives a private life and has not pursued a career in the entertainment industry, preferring to stay out of the public spotlight.

David Mandel-Bloch (Adam Stephens)

Adam Stephens, the Stephens' second child, was introduced in Season 6. He was played by twin brothers David and Greg Lawrence, though David received the primary credit. Their real last name is Mandel-Bloch.

Current Status: David Mandel-Bloch and his brother Greg have also maintained an extremely low profile since the show ended. They have completely stepped away from Hollywood and are not involved in public appearances or the entertainment industry, making their current lives a mystery to most fans.

Beyond the Main Family: Key Recurring Characters

Topical authority for any discussion of Bewitched must include the incredible supporting cast, whose memorable characters were integral to the show's success. All of the actors who played these recurring roles have also sadly passed away.

  • Marion Lorne (Aunt Clara): Beloved for her charmingly bumbling witch character, Lorne won an Emmy Award posthumously for the role. She passed away from a heart attack in 1968 during the show's run. Her character, Aunt Clara, was often a fan favorite.
  • Alice Pearce & Sandra Gould (Gladys Kravitz): The Stephens' perpetually nosy neighbor, Gladys Kravitz, was initially played by Alice Pearce, who won an Emmy for the role. Pearce died of ovarian cancer in 1966 and was replaced by Sandra Gould, who played Gladys until the show's end.
  • George Tobias (Abner Kravitz): Tobias played Gladys' long-suffering husband, Abner Kravitz. He passed away from complications of bladder cancer in 11980.
  • David White (Larry Tate): White played Larry Tate, Darrin’s exasperated, money-obsessed boss at the advertising agency, McMahon and Tate. He died in 1990 from a heart attack.
  • Alice Ghostley (Esmeralda): Ghostley, who played the equally clumsy witch Esmeralda in later seasons, was a familiar face on television for decades and passed away in 2007.

The 2025 Reboot: A New Chapter of Witchcraft

The enduring popularity of Bewitched is evidenced by the continuous efforts to bring it back to the small screen. The most recent and significant update is the development of a new series.

The New Twist: Unlike the original sitcom, which was a lighthearted comedy, the latest iteration in development at FOX is reportedly being reimagined as an hour-long dramatic series. This marks a major departure from the classic format, aiming for a darker, more serious take on the witch-meets-mortal premise.

While the series is still in the development phase, its existence highlights the lasting cultural impact of the original Bewitched cast. Fans are eager to see if the new show will honor the legacy of Elizabeth Montgomery, Agnes Moorehead, and the two Darrins, or if it will simply use the iconic name to launch a completely new story. A premiere date is unlikely before late 2025 at the earliest, keeping the original cast's performances as the definitive version for the immediate future.

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