Donna Dixon

Donna Dixon

68 · Born: Jul 20, 1957

Personal Details

BornJul 20, 1957 Alexandria, Virginia, USA
Parents
  • Earl Dixon

Biography

Donna's upbringing took place in the picturesque town of Lorton, Virginia, where her father proudly owned and operated the renowned nightclub, "Hillbilly Heaven", a popular gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. As she navigated her early years, Donna's multifaceted talents were being cultivated, as she simultaneously pursued a career in modeling and furthered her education by attending college. It was during this time that she secured her first recurring role on the popular television series, Bosom Buddies, which marked the beginning of her journey in the entertainment industry. Subsequently, while working on the film Doctor Detroit in 1983, Donna crossed paths with her future husband, the talented actor Dan Aykroyd, with whom she would eventually tie the knot. Throughout her career, Donna has continued to oscillate between television and film projects, frequently collaborating with her husband on various endeavors, solidifying her reputation as a versatile and accomplished performer.

Career

2014
1995
Nixon
Nixon as Maureen Dean
1994
1992
Wayne's World
Wayne's World as Dreamwoman
1989
Speed Zone
Speed Zone as Tiffany
1988
The Couch Trip
The Couch Trip as Laura Rollins
Lucky Stiff
Lucky Stiff as Cynthia Mitchell
1986
Beverly Hills Madam
Beverly Hills Madam as Wendy Benton
1985
Spies Like Us
Spies Like Us as Karen Boyer
1984
No Man's Land
No Man's Land as Sarah Wilder
1983
Doctor Detroit
Doctor Detroit as Monica McNeil
1981
Bosom Buddies
Bosom Buddies as Sonny Lumet