{"id":102792,"date":"2024-12-11T09:56:58","date_gmt":"2024-12-11T02:56:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/?p=102792"},"modified":"2024-12-11T09:56:58","modified_gmt":"2024-12-11T02:56:58","slug":"this-actress-didnt-believe-she-was-beautiful-yet-appeared-on-500-magazine-covers-at-66-shes-still-admired","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/this-actress-didnt-believe-she-was-beautiful-yet-appeared-on-500-magazine-covers-at-66-shes-still-admired\/","title":{"rendered":"This Actress Didn’t Believe She Was Beautiful, Yet Appeared on 500 Magazine Covers \u2013 at 66, She’s Still Admired"},"content":{"rendered":"

She captivated millions with her beauty and charm in “Dallas,” yet this Hollywood icon spent years doubting her looks, even as she became one of the most recognizable faces of her time.
\n $\"\"$ Her journey to stardom began as a teenager and led to a career filled with iconic roles, some 500 magazine covers, and many unforgettable TV moments. At 66, she has managed to overcome several obstacles and finds the most joy in her family, who loves her just as fiercely. Her daughter even posted a photo honoring her birthday, and fans were quick with their praises.\n

This actress attends the 14th Annual Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Marathon on September 3, 1979 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images\n
Magazine Cover Legend
\nOn December 1, 1958, a future star was born in San Diego, California. By the late 1970s, she became a household name when she joined the cast of “Dallas.” This hit prime-time soap opera captivated more than 20 million American households every week. Set on the sprawling Southfork Ranch, the show followed the drama and scheming of the wealthy Ewing family.\n
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The actress in a promotional still from “Dallas” on September 1978 | Source: Getty Images\n
At just 17, she took on the role of Lucy Ewing, J.R. Ewing’s clever and mischievous niece. Her character’s bold personality and dramatic storylines made her a fan favorite. One of the most memorable moments was Lucy’s wedding, which aired in 1981 to an incredible 65 million viewers.\n
However, this star’s skills and natural charm extended beyond the small screen. She became a fixture on magazine covers, reportedly appearing on more than 500 at the height of her fame. She also set her sights higher. “When I was on Dallas and doing bathing suit magazine covers, I couldn’t wait to get older,” the icon told People. “I always saw myself as a character actress. I really did.”\n
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The actress poses for a portrait in Los Angeles, California circa 1980 | Source: Getty Images\n
Despite her immense popularity, she credits her church and co-stars with keeping her grounded. “I also had great people around me,” she shared with Fox News Digital. This helped her avoid the downsides of fame. Unfortunately, while her career soared, her personal life told a very different story.\n
Troubled Childhood
\nThe actress’s early years were filled with hardship. Raised by a single parent with schizophrenia, she experienced instability and trauma that shaped her upbringing. She witnessed moments no child should see, like her mom, Katherine, restrained in a straitjacket, their TV repossessed while she watched, and police leaving her alone in a strange city after taking her mother away.\n
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The actress circa 1980 in New York | Source: Getty Images\n
Movies became her escape from the chaos. Classics like “Mary Poppins” and “The Sound of Music” gave her hope for a better life. She dreamed of having a maternal figure like Julie Andrews’ characters.\n
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