'The Dukes of Hazzard's Catherine Bach Raised 2 Kids after Her Husband Died – Meet Her Grown-up Children

• Catherine Bach is famed for her role in "The Dukes of Hazzard."
• Despite her Hollywood fame, the actress chose the path of a devoted stay-at-home mom.
• However, the sudden loss of her husband turned her world upside down, leaving her to raise their two daughters alone.
• Today, her daughters have become accomplished young women, each following their own path.

Catherine Bach became a household name in the late 1970s for her role as Daisy Duke in the iconic action series, "The Dukes of Hazzard." Despite rising to fame and embodying the All-American girl in her iconic denim cutoffs, the actress chose to step away from the limelight to become a stay-at-home mother and wife.

She was very happy during this time, relishing the opportunity to stay home with her daughters, Sophia and Laura Lopez while her late husband supported the family. However, Catherine Bach and her girls faced an unimaginable tragedy when it was revealed that her husband had taken his own life.

In the wake of this devastating loss, Catherine had to navigate the challenges of raising her two daughters alone. Today, her daughters are all grown up, and one of them might even follow in her mother's footsteps.

The Tragic Loss of Sophia and Laura's Father

Catherine always cherished her marriage to her late husband, Peter Lopez. "I always thought, 'Well gosh, I'm so happy,'" she recalled. The actress felt incredibly fortunate to have a loving family and a husband she adored.

Life seemed perfect, with no problems in sight. Catherine cherished the opportunity to stay home with their children while her husband provided for the family through his successful career.

It was the best thing that had ever happened to her. But then, without warning, everything changed, and that happiness was abruptly taken away.

In April 2010, the unimaginable happened. Peter, a successful entertainment attorney who had once represented Michael Jackson, was found dead at their home in Encino Hills, Los Angeles, in an apparent suicide.

A neighbor reported hearing a gunshot, and it was someone at the home who discovered Peter's body. Catherine vividly remembers the last time she and her daughters saw Peter.

"I think he wanted to say something to me then, [but] we didn't have time to say. The girls went off with him, and when they got out of the car, he said, 'Bye, I love you.' They said, 'Bye, dad,' and that was it. We never saw him again," the actress revealed.

In the immediate aftermath, Catherine sought refuge at a friend's house, as their home was overwhelmed by reporters and officials. She had to break the news to Laura and Sophia in a setting that was already fraught with confusion and grief.

"I was waiting for them at [my] friends' house. They thought the nanny was crying because maybe something had happened to one of their friends. When I told them [about] their dad, they... you can imagine what happened," she recalled.

Opening up about the tragedy helped Catherine remain strong for her daughters. The actress revealed she felt no shame in speaking out about her husband's death. Her primary focus was caring for Laura and Sophia and maintaining her well-being to prevent falling apart.

Life after Their Father's Passing

Following Peter's tragic death, Catherine has fostered an incredibly close relationship with her daughters. The bond they share is evident in their frequent public appearances and the heartfelt tributes they exchange on social media.

In 2016, the star was spotted on an outing with her daughter Sophia at the celebrity hotspot Craig's in West Hollywood, and both looked stunning. Sophia has carved out a path for herself as a writer and podcast host.

In 2021, she and her mother attended the George Lopez Foundation 14th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic Tournament, where Sophia hinted at a possible future collaboration with Catherine.

Her mother proudly complimented her daughter's acting talent, suggesting that Sophia might follow in her footsteps one day. Laura, on the other hand, has pursued a career in real estate, according to her social media.

She graduated from the University of Southern California in 2021 and has been building her career ever since. Laura frequently shares moments from her life on social media, where she is often praised for her natural beauty.

"Abosuly gorgeous," one follower commented on a photo posted in 2022. The sisters share a deep bond, made evident by the December 2021 Instagram birthday post that Laura dedicated to Sophia. In the post, Laura called Sophia her "BFF."

The affection between them is clear, with social media users and followers often commenting on their beauty. "Beautiful!!!!!!!!," a user commented on the birthday post.

In 2014, the "The Dukes of Hazzard" star – co-starring John Schneider – shared a photo of herself with her daughters on Facebook, expressing her love for them. The post received many admiring comments from fans, highlighting the girls' beauty and the strong familial bond they share.

"They definitely get their beauty from their mother! Great pic!" one fan remarked, while another noted, "Your daughters are both so beautiful, Miss Cathy. They are also very blessed to have you as their Mom."

As Catherine Bach continues to navigate life after her husband's passing, her dedication to her daughters remains unwavering. Sophia and Laura are now grown up and pursuing their own careers, embodying the strength and resilience their mother has shown them.