Farrah Fawcett

Farrah Fawcett gained global fame as a 1970s TV star in "Charlie's Angels" and became a pop culture icon with her iconic red swimsuit poster.

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Birth Name :

Mary Farrah Leni Fawcett

Profession :

TV Actress

Birthday :

February 2, 1947

Star Sign :

Aquarius

Death Date:

June 25, 2009

Age :

62

Birthplace :

Corpus Christi, Texas

Farrah Leni Fawcett was born on February 2, 1947, in Corpus Christi, Texas, USA, to parents James Fawcett and Pauline Alice Fawcett. She grew up with two older sisters, Diane and Dana. Fawcett attended the University of Texas at Austin, where she studied art before embarking on her acting career.

In the early 1970s, Fawcett began her acting career by appearing in commercials and small television roles. She gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of private investigator Jill Munroe in the popular television series “Charlie’s Angels,” which aired from 1976 to 1981. Her iconic red swimsuit poster, released in 1976, became one of the best-selling posters of all time and solidified her status as a pop culture icon.

Fawcett starred in several successful films, including “Logan’s Run” (1976), “The Cannonball Run” (1981), and “Extremities” (1986). She also had a successful stage career, appearing in productions such as “Chicago” and “The Graduate.” In 1977, she won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Series – Drama for her role in “Charlie’s Angels.” Throughout her career, Fawcett received multiple Emmy Award nominations for her work in television and was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1995.

Fawcett was married to actor Lee Majors from 1973 to 1982. She later had a long-term relationship with actor Ryan O’Neal, with whom she had a son, Redmond O’Neal, in 1985. Fawcett faced personal struggles, including addiction and health issues, throughout her life.

Known for her signature hairstyle, the “Farrah Fawcett flip,” Fawcett was an advocate for women’s rights and supported various charitable causes. In 2006, she was diagnosed with anal cancer and underwent treatment. Her battle with cancer was documented in the television movie “Farrah’s Story” (2009). Farrah Fawcett passed away on June 25, 2009, at the age of 62.

Farrah Fawcett remains an iconic figure in the entertainment industry, remembered for her beauty, talent, and strength. Her contributions to television and film continue to inspire and entertain audiences worldwide.