Pam Grier earned popularity back in the 1970s when she starred in a string of “blaxploitation” films. Considered the first real female action star, Grier had notable roles in movies like “Foxy Brown,” “Sheba Shayne,” and “The Big Bird Cage.” After starring in Quentin Tarantino’s film, Jackie Brown, in the late 1990s, she received nominations for Golden Globe and SAG awards.
The talented actress also appeared on Showtime’s “The L Word,” and makes occasional guest appearances on “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.” What do you think about her villain role on the hit series “Smallville?” Indeed, Pam Grier is a natural when it comes to showcasing her world-class talent on TV and in movies.
The First American Supermodel, Cheryl Rae Tiegs
Born in Breckenridge, Minnesota, Tiegs was an iconic figure of pop culture during the 1970s. She was the first American Supermodel who graced the covers of Time, and the swimsuit issue of Sports Illustrated. She had a break in modeling when she posed for a swimsuit ad when she was just 17 years old.
Glamour magazine’s editorial staff bypassed the traditional process of hiring her and instead booked her immediately on a shoot with Ali McGraw. The rest, as they say, is history. The iconic supermodel appeared on the cover pages of Vogue and other major magazines throughout the years. Need we say more?
Nicole Eggert Of "Who's the Boss?"
Nicole Elizabeth Eggert started her career in the movie industry at a young age. She landed a role as Candice Bergen’s daughter in the movie, "Rich and Famous," when she was just eight years old. From there, her acting talent was noticed and from 1985 to 1986, she had a recurring role as Marci Ferguson on the American sitcom, "Who’s the Boss?"
In 1989, she hosted the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards and became the first guest star in "The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!" Did we mention Eggert’s notable roles include Summer Quinn on the popular TV series, "Baywatch," and Jamie Powell on "Charles in Charge?"
The Gorgeous Jayne Mansfield At The Hollywood Publicists’ Ballyhoo Ball (1956)
Clad in a two-piece animal print is actress and nightclub entertainer, Jayne Mansfield, at the Ballyhoo Ball on October 30, 1956. Mansfield was a famous sex symbol between the 1950s and 1960s and was notorious for her wardrobe “malfunctions” and other publicity stunts. Although her career in the film industry was short-lived, she enjoyed box-office successes and earned a Golden Globe and a small collection of Theater Globe awards.
Her notable performances were seen in "The Girl Can’t Help It," and "Too Hot to Handle," among many others. Mansfield got married and divorced three times and was also romantically involved with John and Robert F. Kennedy. Those Kennedys clearly had a type, huh? She died at the age of 34 in a car accident.
The Stunning Natalie Wood
Born as Natalia Nikolaevna Zakharenko, Natalie Wood began her movie career as a child and became successful in Hollywood with three Academy Award nominations to her name before she’d even turned 25 years old. Wood had exemplary performances in big films like "Miracle on 34th Street," "West Side Story," and "Rebel Without a Cause."
She won a Golden Globe award for her starring role in the 1979 remake of "From Here to Eternity." Unfortunately, the Hollywood icon died at the age of 43 under mysterious circumstances. While accidental drowning was declared as her cause of death, the bruises and substances revealed by investigations sparked a few speculations.