Karen Grassle (/ ɡræsli / GRASS-lee; born February 25, 1942) is an American actress, known for her role as Caroline Ingalls in the NBC television drama series Little House on the Prairie.

Karen Grassle is an American actress from Berkeley, California. She is primarily known for portraying the historical figure of Caroline Ingalls (1839 -1924) in the long-running Western …

Karen Grassle is known around the world for her portrayal of the iconic character of “Ma” on Little House on the Prairie. Karen grew up beside the Pacific Ocean in Ventura, California, where …

5 days ago · Karen Grassle says she 'separated' from fans after tension with Michael Landon and limited her 'Little House on the Prairie' appearances before reconnecting via events and social …

1 day ago · In December 2025, Karen Grassle attended the 'Little House on the Prairie' Final 50th Anniversary Reunion. During the nostalgic event, she revealed the one scene that left her …

Feb 23, 2018 · We may have fallen in love with her for her starring role as Caroline Ingalls, but Karen Grassle had a thriving career beyond that. Explore more about the amazing woman …

Dec 12, 2025 · Grassle starred as Caroline 'Ma' Ingalls on the hit TV show from 1974-1982, departing before the show’s final season The actress, 83, will reunite with her Little House …

5 days ago · Karen Grassle revealed longstanding tension with Michael Landon on the set of Little House on the Prairie, stemming from denied raises and his strong-willed personality. Grassle …

Oct 17, 2025 · Who is Karen Grassle? Karen Grassle was born on 25 February 1942, in Berkeley, California USA, and is an actress, perhaps still best known for her role as Caroline Ingalls, the …

Sep 22, 2020 · Actress Karen Grassle was born on February 25, 1942, in Berkeley, California. For close to a decade, Karen Grassle was known to television audiences as the gentle, but strong …