Danica McKellar says she tried to break free from Winnie Cooper

Danica McKellar is gearing up to strut her stuff on the runway for a good cause. The 44-year-old is one of several celebrities who will be making their mark on the catwalk for the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Red Dress Collection during New York Fashion Week. Macy’s, a sponsor of the annual event, helps shine a spotlight on the issue of heart disease in women.

McKellar, along with other stars, will walk the runway in gowns created by both world-renowned and up-and-coming designers. The former child star spoke about still being recognized as Winnie Cooper from “The Wonder Years” even though the series came to an end in 1993, as well as starring in family-friendly films today and why she’s eager to go red this year.

Danica McKellar told to website Fox news that I think while I was on the show at some point I did try to break free. I remember being 14 and was just so tired of every single person saying “Hey Winnie! Where’s Kevin?” I just wanted to be me. So when I would go out in public, I would wear these disguises and people would recognize me anyway! And I would still pretend it wasn’t me. It was so silly. *laughs*. Everybody, every single day would say “Hey Winnie, what’s up?” All day long.

She added, I did have a good childhood and I had a good support system from my parents. Now I feel I have a great responsibility, to be honest. I want to be a good role model for the world. I want to do everything I can to help pass that on to others.

I take my position very seriously and I’m honored that people even listen to me. I want to help them feel good about themselves and help them find the tools to improve their lives. I believe very strongly that we all have the power to improve our lives. And I do feel I am in a position where I can help make a difference.

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