Patti's entry into the world of cinema was a gradual one, with her mother only consenting to her appearance in an Andy Warhol project at the tender age of 17.
This marked the beginning of a series of films that would feature Patti in lesbian love-scenes, the first of which was the 1968 film Flesh.
Following her debut, Patti went on to appear in a string of movies that included varying degrees of nudity, a trend that would continue throughout her career.
Despite the demands of her profession, Patti has managed to maintain a steady stream of good supporting roles, with only a few brief hiatuses.
One such interruption was the birth of her son, Jesse Johnson, who is the son of actor Don Johnson.
Patti's dedication to her craft has allowed her to maintain a successful and enduring career, with her name becoming synonymous with a certain level of sophistication and glamour in the world of cinema.
