Before landing her first screen role, she spent years performing in classic stage productions. At the peak of her success, a sudden dismissal from a high-profile role left her career in limbo. Years later, a return to the spotlight revealed just how much — and how little — had changed.
She was hailed as a rising star during television’s golden era, landing roles in some of the most popular series of the 1970s and 1980s. Audiences took notice — not just because of her acting ability, but because there was something about her appearance that was impossible to ignore.
The actress poses for a portrait, circa 1978 | Source: Getty Images
