Leigh Christian
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- October 25, 1945 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Active Years
- 1956–1983 (28 Years)
- Total Credits
- 14 credits in database
Biography
Leigh Christian is an American actress born on October 25, 1945, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is the oldest of six siblings born to Dottie and Harlow. During her career, she appeared in film and television, with notable film credits including Beyond Atlantis, Butterfly, and The World's Greatest Athlete, all released in 1973 or 1982. She is also recognized for her role as the wife of the title character on the television series T.J. Hooker. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Christian guest starred on numerous network television programs, including The Rockford Files, Hawaii Five-O, The Six Million Dollar Man, McCloud, Knight Rider, Starsky and Hutch, The Ghost Busters, and Emergency!. She is currently retired and resides in West Hollywood and Indian Wells, California.
Career overview
Leigh Christian is an American actress born on October 25, 1945, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is the oldest of six siblings born to Dottie and Harlow. During her high school years, she participated in the arts and served as the editor of her school newspaper.
Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Christian established a career as a television actress, appearing as a guest star on numerous network series. Her television credits from this period include roles in The Rockford Files, Hawaii Five-O, The Six Million Dollar Man, McCloud, Knight Rider, Starsky and Hutch, The Ghost Busters, and Emergency!. She is also noted for her role as the wife of the title character on the television series T.J. Hooker.
In addition to her television work, Christian appeared in several feature films. Her filmography includes roles in Beyond Atlantis, released in 1973, The World's Greatest Athlete, also released in 1973, and Butterfly, released in 1982. She is currently retired and resides in West Hollywood, California, with plans to spend her winters in Indian Wells, California.
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Full Filmography
14 titles- Intimate Agony (1983) as Marilyn
- T. J. Hooker (1982) as Fran Hooker
- Butterfly (1982) as Saleslady
- And They're Off (1982) as Laura Barclay
- The Case of the Baltimore Girls (1978) as Karen Lacey
- Delta County, USA (1977) as Vonda
- The Six Million Dollar Man (1974) as Lt. Jan Simmons
- The Six Million Dollar Man (1974) as Donna
- The World's Greatest Athlete (1973)
- The Doll Squad (1973) as Sharon O'Connor
- Beyond Atlantis (1973) as Syrene
- The Six Million Dollar Man: The Solid Gold Kidnapping (1973) as Lady Skier
- The Love Machine (1971) as Model (uncredited)
- The Baby and the Battleship (1956) as Marilyn
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Leigh Christian best known for?
Leigh Christian is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Hidden Fortress (1958), Butterfly (1982), The Six Million Dollar Man (1974), The Six Million Dollar Man (1974).
When and where was Leigh Christian born?
Leigh Christian was born on October 25, 1945 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
How many credits does Leigh Christian have?
Leigh Christian has accumulated over 14 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1956 to 1983.
What is Leigh Christian's background in cinema and television?
Leigh Christian is an American actress born on October 25, 1945, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is the oldest of six siblings born to Dottie and Harlow. During her career, she appeared in film and television, with notable film credits including Beyond Atlantis, Butterfly, and The World's Greatest Athlete, all release...
Leigh Christian by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- The Six Million Dollar Man (1974) as Lt. Jan Simmons — aged about 28
- The Six Million Dollar Man (1974) as Donna — aged about 28
- T. J. Hooker (1982) as Fran Hooker — aged about 36
- The Baby and the Battleship (1956) as Marilyn — aged about 10
- The World's Greatest Athlete (1973) — aged about 27
- Butterfly (1982) as Saleslady — aged about 36
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