Behind the Scenes: 'The Brady Bunch' Star Reveals the Truth About Marcia's Classic Broken Nose Episode

Fans of the classic 1970s sitcom "The Brady Bunch" may fondly recall the memorable episode in which Marcia Brady, portrayed by actress Maureen McCormick, gets struck in the nose by a football right before an important date. McCormick unveiled an unexpected revelation regarding this iconic scene in her 2008 memoir, “Here’s the Story: Surviving Marcia Brady and Finding My True Voice.”In her narrative, the 69-year-old actress recounted a peculiar incident that transpired on the same day the "Noses" episode premiered. While driving, she collided with another vehicle making a turn, resulting in facial injuries when her face hit the steering wheel. Fortunately, her nose was not broken, despite significant swelling.McCormick also shared her discontent with the repetitive filming of the football throw, with her co-star Christopher Knight ultimately delivering the final shot that landed perfectly. This scene remains a notable highlight of the beloved series.

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