The O.C.' premiered, Peter Gallagher still worries about Mischa Barton, who he said he's "always" been "very protective of"

Peter Gallagher is “grateful” Mischa Barton is “still alive.” The 69-year-old actor spoke about Barton, who was his co-star in “The O.C.,” revealing the level of fame she was dealing with at an early age “can kill you.”

The actor, who played Sandy Cohen in the hit teen drama, recently opened up to The Independent about the negative impact of fame and how he always found himself looking out for Mischa Barton, who played Marissa Cooper on the show centered on wealthy teens living in Newport Beach, California.

Peter spoke candidly about how dangerous "first fame" can be, especially for young people. Mischa Barton was only 16 when she began starring on The O.C.

Peter spoke candidly about how dangerous "first fame" can be, especially for young people. Mischa Barton was only 16 when she began starring on The O.C. View Entire Post ›

Peter Gallagher is happy Mischa Barton came out on top after going through some personal struggles at the height of her fame. The beloved star of The O.C. emphasized just how precarious early success can be,