Karen Valentine turns 78 on May 25, 2025, and for many of us, she’ll always be the sweet, spunky teacher named Alice Johnson from Room 222. That role made her a household name, but there’s so much more to her story. From a beauty pageant crown to Disney comedies and a long list of made-for-TV movies, Valentine carved out a career full of humor and heart. In honor of her big day, here are five fun facts you might not know about the Emmy-winning actress: