Connie, a renowned personality, was born in 1937 in the nation's capital, Washington, D.C. Her early years were marked by an exclusive education at a prestigious private school for girls in Danville, Virginia. Little did anyone know that this refined upbringing would soon give way to a career that would make headlines. As a young adult, Connie found herself managing the cosmetics department at a large department store in Miami, a position that seemed to set the stage for her future endeavors.
However, it was her parents who would inadvertently steer her towards a more unconventional path. They encouraged Connie to apply for a job at the newly opened Playboy Club, a decision that would have a profound impact on her life. As a "camera bunny" at the club, Connie quickly became a favorite among patrons, earning a significant amount of money in tips. Her popularity caught the attention of Playboy magazine, which featured her as its Playmate of the Month for its June 1963 issue.
Following her stint at the Playboy Club, Connie transitioned into modeling, appearing in various TV commercials. It was during this period that she was discovered by director Herschell Gordon Lewis in 1963. Connie was subsequently hired to work in the horror movie Blood Feast (1963),directed by Lewis. This marked the beginning of her foray into the world of cinema, where she would go on to appear in several films, albeit in small roles.
