Lindsay Wagner

Lindsay Wagner

76 · Born: Jun 22, 1949

2019
2018
2009
1998
1979

Personal Details

Official Socials
Height5' 9"
BornJun 22, 1949 Los Angeles, California, USA
Spouse
  • Lawrence Mortorff

    ( May 6, 1990 to Jun 1, 1993 )
  • Henry Kingi

    ( May 16, 1981 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Michael Brandon

    ( Dec 19, 1976 to Sep 17, 1979 )
  • Allan Richard Rider

    ( Sep 28, 1971 to Oct 1, 1974 )
Parents
  • William Nowels Wagner
  • Marilyn Ball
Relatives
  • Kehly Sloane (Cousin)
  • Jeff Thrasher (Cousin)
  • Ed Thrasher (Aunt or Uncle)

Biography

Lindsay Wagner's multifaceted career as an actress, advocate, mother, and author is characterized by a commitment to exploring and advancing human potential, seamlessly integrating her various roles.

Her early success came with the critically acclaimed role of Susan Fields in The Paper Chase (1973),followed by her iconic portrayal of Jaime Sommers in The Bionic Woman (1976),which broke ground for women on television and earned her an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 1977.

Throughout her career, Lindsay has used her platform to communicate ideas and inspire personal growth, starring in films that tackle complex issues such as naturopathic and allopathic healthcare, capital punishment, child sexual abuse, terrorism, and family violence. Her influence in the media has led to her being referred to as the "Queen of TV Movies."

As a leading spokesperson in the United States, Lindsay has been recognized for her impact on the public and has been a respected voice in the community. She has co-authored several bestselling books, including a vegetarian cookbook and a guide to the acupressure facelift.

Off-screen, Lindsay is passionate about holistic healing modalities, and has been involved in various charitable organizations, including ICAN (Inter-Agency Council on Child Abuse and Neglect),for which she has served as Honorary Chair for 25 years. She has also worked with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department to facilitate counseling groups for convicted batterers and their families.

Lindsay currently facilitates experiential workshops and retreats, designed to help individuals overcome personal challenges and access inner peace and joy. These programs are open to the public and special interest groups, allowing Lindsay to share her own life-changing experiences with others.

Career

2022
When Jack Came Back
When Jack Came Back as Nancy Davis
2019
Christmas on the Range
Christmas on the Range as Lilian McCree
2018
Samson
Samson as Zealphonis
Mingle All the Way
Mingle All the Way as Veronica Hoffman
2017
Eat, Play, Love
Eat, Play, Love as Mrs. Gilbert
2016
Change of Heart
Change of Heart as Helen Lockner
2013
The Thanksgiving House
The Thanksgiving House as Abigail Mather
2008
Billy: The Early Years
Billy: The Early Years as Morrow Graham
2007
The Surfer King
The Surfer King as Connie Zirpollo
2005
Thicker Than Water
Thicker Than Water as Jessie Mae Jarrett
2003
A Light in the Forest
A Light in the Forest as Penelope Audrey
1998
Frog and Wombat
Frog and Wombat as Sydney Parker
Voyage of Terror
Voyage of Terror as Dr. Stephanie Tauber
1997
Contagious
Contagious as Dr. Hannah Cole
1996
Sins of Silence
Sins of Silence as Molly McKinley
1995
1994
Bionic Ever After?
Bionic Ever After? as Jaime Sommers
Once in a Lifetime
Once in a Lifetime as Daphne Fields
1992
Treacherous Crossing
Treacherous Crossing as Lindsey Thompson Gates
She Woke Up
She Woke Up as Claudia Parr
1991
Ricochet
Ricochet as D.A. Priscilla Brimleigh
1990
Shattered Dreams
Shattered Dreams as Charlotte Fedders
1988
Police Story: Burnout
Police Story: Burnout as Det. Sidney Shannon
Student Exchange
Student Exchange as Principal
Stranger in My Bed
Stranger in My Bed as Beverly Slater
1986
Child's Cry
Child's Cry as Joanne Van Buren
Convicted
Convicted as Martha Forbes
Disneyland
Disneyland as Laura Gordon
1985
This Child Is Mine
This Child Is Mine as Bonnie Wilkerson
Martin's Day
Martin's Day as Dr. Mennen
The Other Lover
The Other Lover as Claire Fielding
1984
Passions
Passions as Nina Simon
1983
Two Kinds of Love
Two Kinds of Love as Susan Farley
I Want to Live
I Want to Live as Barbara Graham
Princess Daisy
Princess Daisy as Francesca Valensky
1982
Memories Never Die
Memories Never Die as Joanne Tilford
1981
Callie & Son
Callie & Son as Callie Lord
Nighthawks
Nighthawks as Irene
High Risk
High Risk as Olivia
1980
Scruples
Scruples as Billy Ikehorn
1977
The Bionic Woman
The Bionic Woman as Jaime Sommers
1976
1973
Two People
Two People as Deirdre McCluskey
The Paper Chase
The Paper Chase as Susan Fields