From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Missy Gold (born Melissa Fisher) is an American psychologist and former child actress. Her most notable role is Governor Eugene X. Gatling's daughter, Katie Gatling, on the ABC sitcom Benson (1979–1986). Career Gold appeared on Eight Is Enough; Fantasy Island; The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries; and Trapper John, M.D. before playing Katie Gatling on Benson (TV series)|Benson. Gold is now a licensed psychologist. Personal life Her acting siblings inclu...