Three Generations • One Beloved Role

A “Sound of Music” Legacy

Debbie Turner with her granddaughter Fifer, dressed as Marta von Trapp

In 1965, a young Debbie Turner captured hearts around the world as Marta von Trapp in the Academy Award–winning film The Sound of Music.

More than half a century later, that legacy lives on. Debbie’s granddaughter, Fifer, is now stepping into the very same role on stage — carrying the von Trapp magic into a new generation.

Watch their story below, as featured on WDAY news.

“Girl plays the same role her grandmother played in iconic 1965 film”