Heather Thomas: The Timeless Beauty, 1983
Yowza! That’s the only word to describe Heather Thomas in the 1970s, 1980s, and even today. While most audiences recognize Thomas as one of the stars of The Fall Guy, her journey began at UCLA Film School, where she was studying to be a writer and director. Acting wasn’t even on her radar.
However, everything changed when she was cast as Jody Banks in The Fall Guy. This series ran for five years and catapulted her to international stardom. Almost overnight, Thomas went from being behind the camera to someone whose image was plastered all over the world.
Although Thomas had to step away from acting due to dealing with stalkers, she still channels her talents through writing and activism.
Daisy Duke: The Coolest Gal on TV
When it comes to female action heroes, Daisy Duke from The Dukes of Hazzard easily tops the list. Not only was she one of the coolest gals on television during the groovy era, but she also captured the hearts of the audience week after week. Catherine Bach’s portrayal of Daisy Duke was more than just a babe in a pair of short denim shorts. She showed young girls everywhere that anything is possible.
Bach explained why Daisy Duke remains an icon, saying:
“Whatever she did, she could shoot better, drive better, do everything better than a guy. Whenever the guys were in trouble, she stepped in. She wasn’t acting tough, she just was.”
