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Daily Mail
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Star of popular long-running soap opera Knots Landing is seen on a VERY rare outing in LA... can you guess who?
This Canadian actress is best known for portraying Jill Bennett, the dangerous love interest of Gary Ewing (Ted Shackelford), on the popular soap opera, Knots Landing. She appeared on the long-running drama from 1985 to 1989 and won a Soap Opera Digest Award for Outstanding Villain: Prime Time in 1990. She memorably died in season 10 from the Dallas spin-off after accidentally locking herself in the trunk of Gary's car while attempting to frame him for kidnapping her. While she elected to step out of the spotlight more than two decades ago, the star, 68, was recently spotted on a rare outing in Los Angeles, California. She was lending a helping hand to the Beverly Hills-based animal rescue organization, The Amanda Foundation, where she serves as the president. On her latest sighting, the performer was seen in front of the Amanda Spaymobile, a mobile surgical unit that offers free procedures and vaccinations for pet owners. This Canadian actress is best known for portraying Jill Bennett, the dangerous love interest of Gary Ewing (Ted Shackelford), on the popular soap opera, Knots Landing Can you guess the star? If you said Teri Austin, you're absolutely right! In 2001, Austin left acting and began working as animal activist. When asked about her favorite part of the job in 2021, she said: 'My favorite thing is seeing animals in distress and being able to rescue them and take them out of the distress.' In addition to providing services for the public, the Amanda Spaymobile partners with LA shelters to provide spay andneuter services to dogs and cats. Austin 'worked with Los Angeles Councilmember Mark Ridley-Thomas to create an ordinance that would require all dogs and cats over four months to be spayed, neutered, and licensed,' according to The Beverly Hills Courier. 'I told the Councilman that the Amanda Foundation would buy the Spaymobile, and we would hire and train the staff, and we would work the program, and we would ask the city to pay a portion of what it costs to give this service,' she told the outlet. Prior to moving to Los Angeles to pursue her acting career, the former actress was the co-host of the Canadian reality series Thrill of a Lifetime. Austin was born and raised in Toronto, Canada. Her other credits include Quantum Leap, Seinfeld, Matlock, Murder, She Wrote, L.A. Law, Beverly Hills, 90210, Models Inc., The Vindicator and Raising Cain. Knots Landing, which aired from 1979 to 1993 on CBS, was a spin-off of Dallas. Her character died after attempting to frame Gary (Shackleford) for trying to kidnap her by bounding and gagging herself while hiding in his trunk. As she waited for the police to 'rescue' her, she died after choking on her own vomit.
Newsweek
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'Dallas' Star Priscilla Pointer's Cause of Death Revealed
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Dallas star Priscilla Pointer died on Monday at the age of 100 from natural causes, said her son. The Context The actress started out on Broadway, before landing roles in television and film. Most notably, Pointer starred as Rebecca Barnes Wentworth on the long-running soap opera Dallas, and she appeared as Mrs. Snell in Stephen King's 1976 horror film Carrie. In the movie, she played the mother of her real-life daughter, Oscar-nominated actress Amy Irving. Other credits to her name include: Knots Landing, N.Y.P.D., ER, Twilight Zone: The Movie and many more. Pointer wed director Jules Irving in 1947, and they had three children together: Katie Irving, David Irving and Amy Irving. The couple was married until 1979 when he died of a heart attack, and she later went on to marry The Exorcist and Catch Me If You Can actor Robert Symonds. Amy Irving (L) and her mother, Priscilla Pointer (R), attend the after-party for the opening night of "A Safe Harbor For Elizabeth Bishop" at Sarabeth's on March 30, 2006 in New York City. Amy Irving (L) and her mother, Priscilla Pointer (R), attend the after-party for the opening night of "A Safe Harbor For Elizabeth Bishop" at Sarabeth's on March 30, 2006 in New York To Know On Monday, Amy Irving took to Instagram to announce her mother's death. "Priscilla Pointer, May 18th, 1924-April 28th, 2025. Priscilla Pointer, acclaimed stage television and film actress, and mother of David, Katie, and Amy Irving, died peacefully in her sleep at the age of 100, hopefully to run off with her 2 adoring husbands and her many dogs," the statement read. "She most definitely will be missed." Pointer died at an assisted-living facility in Ridgefield, Connecticut of natural causes, director David Irving confirmed to USA TODAY. In an interview with The Los Angeles Times in 1994, Amy Irving spoke out about about her upbringing. "I can't imagine a more wonderful way of growing up. Instead of using babysitters, Mama would put us in the front row where she could watch us from the stage," the now-71-year-old said. "My father was an amazing artistic director, and the values of the Actor's Workshop were special. It was about the work, not money or fame. Things were very disillusioning when I got out into the real world." Pointer is survived by her three children and her eight grandchildren. What People Are Saying Following news of Pointer's death, both celebrities and fans shared tributes on social media. Fellow Dallas star Victoria Principal wrote via Instagram: "Priscilla Pointer, my favorite TV mama & a wonderful woman, passed away today. My sincere condolences to Amy Irving & all of Priscilla's family. Always a special place in my heart. RIP ❤️🕊️" Conan house band member Jimmy Vivino commented underneath Amy Irving's Instagram announcement: "Sorry for your loss but what a wonderful long life. So beautiful 💙 Obviously the acorn (which didn't fall far from) is now the tree 🙏🏻" Fan Donn Swaby posted on Amy Irving's message: "Amy, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember your amazingly talented mother from several films from my childhood. Praying for you and your family." Another fan, Cody Carrera, added: "My condolences to you and your family. She was a force on screen. An absolute talent. What a life well lived and she will be missed. ❤️"
Scottish Sun
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Eighties sex symbol, 84, looks like she's ageing backwards 35 years after show exit
The actress was the inspiration for Grease's Sandy knot a day older Eighties sex symbol, 84, looks like she's ageing backwards 35 years after show exit Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THIS retro soap opera star has barely aged a day since she first appeared on the US small screen. The blonde bombshell is best known for playing trouble-maker Abby Cunningham on primetime soap opera and Dallas spin-off Knots Landing. 6 Hollywood star Donna Mills has barely changed after three decades Credit: BackGrid 6 The Knots Landing star has wowed fans with her ageless appearance Credit: BackGrid The star won the Soap Opera Digest Award for Outstanding Villainess three times in 1986, 1988, and 1989. Looking fresh and glowing, US star Donna Mills turned heads on a night out after having dinner with a friend in West Hollywood. The 84-year-old wore her long blonde hair down and curled with a dash of natural make-up. Looking chic in a monochrome outfit, the star wore black knee-high boots, black trousers and a black suit jacket. She accessorised with a black and white star-patterned shirt and matching handbag, with a necklace and earrings. Speaking recently on the Knots Landing podcast We're Knot Done Yet, Donna opened up about plastic surgery with her former co-stars Joan Van Ark and Michele Lee. Mills explained: "I think there's a certain point where it's really helpful, probably in your 40s. Then it lasts you longer. "It keeps you younger-looking longer. Don't do it too much. If you do it too much, it's ugly and horrible." She continued: "Back when I was in my 40s, on Knots Landing, yes, I did a lift," she said. "And it was subtle, but it lasted, you know. And I haven't done anything since. Nothing since then. "But, you know, that's why I say I think it's better to do it then and don't think about doing it anymore when you're older. Donna Mills stars as Abby Cunningham in Knots Landing "Also, skin isn't as pliable when you're older, so you can get kind of pulled looking." One of her old classmates was Jim Jacobs, the co-creator of iconic movie Grease, who based the character of Sandy on her and used her 'as his model'. She previously told followers on social media: "Does the character Sandy from Grease look similar to me? Here's why! "Did you know that I went to school with Jim Jacobs?" "I didn't know it at the time, but I found out years later," she said. "I was the original Sandy." Hollywood beauty Donna Mills starred alongside Clint Eastwood in 1971's crime thriller Play Misty For Me as his girlfriend. She also starred on Broadway in Woody Allen's comedy Don't Drink the Water in 1966. She most recently appeared in Jordan Peele's 2022 horror movie Nope. 6 Donna on the Hollywood red carpet in 2024 Credit: Getty 6 Actors Donna, Michelle Lee and Joan Van Ark have spoken about plastic surgery Credit: Getty 6 Donna as Abby on Knots Landing in 1987 Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Eighties sex symbol, 84, looks like she's ageing backwards 35 years after show exit
THIS retro soap opera star has barely aged a day since she first appeared on the US small screen. The blonde bombshell is best known for playing trouble-maker Abby Cunningham on primetime soap opera and Dallas spin-off Knots Landing. 6 Hollywood star Donna Mills has barely changed after three decades Credit: BackGrid 6 The Knots Landing star has wowed fans with her ageless appearance Credit: BackGrid The star won the Soap Opera Digest Award for Outstanding Villainess three times in 1986, 1988, and 1989. Looking fresh and glowing, The 84-year-old wore her long blonde hair down and curled with a dash of natural make-up. Looking chic in a monochrome outfit, the star wore black knee-high boots, black trousers and a black suit jacket. Read more She accessorised with a black and white star-patterned shirt and matching handbag, with a necklace and earrings. Speaking recently on the Knots Landing podcast We're Knot Done Yet, Donna opened up about plastic surgery with her former co-stars Joan Van Ark and Michele Lee. Mills explained: "I think there's a certain point where it's really helpful, probably in your 40s. Then it lasts you longer. "It keeps you younger-looking longer. Don't do it too much. If you do it too much, it's ugly and horrible." Most read in Celebrity She continued: "Back when I was in my 40s, on Knots Landing, yes, I did a lift," she said. "And it was subtle, but it lasted, you know. And I haven't done anything since. Nothing since then. "But, you know, that's why I say I think it's better to do it then and don't think about doing it anymore when you're older. Donna Mills stars as Abby Cunningham in Knots Landing "Also, skin isn't as pliable when you're older, so you can get kind of pulled looking." One of her old classmates was Jim Jacobs , , who based the character of Sandy on her and used her 'as his model'. She previously told followers on social media: "Does the character Sandy from Grease look similar to me? Here's why! "Did you know that I went to school with Jim Jacobs?" "I didn't know it at the time, but I found out years later," she said. "I was the original Sandy." Hollywood beauty Donna Mills starred alongside Clint Eastwood in 1971's crime thriller Play Misty For Me as his girlfriend. She also starred on Broadway in Woody Allen's comedy Don't Drink the Water in 1966. She most recently appeared in Jordan Peele's 2022 horror movie Nope. 6 Donna on the Hollywood red carpet in 2024 Credit: Getty 6 Actors Donna, Michelle Lee and Joan Van Ark have spoken about plastic surgery Credit: Getty 6 Donna as Abby on Knots Landing in 1987 Credit: Getty 6 Clint Eastwood and Donna in 1971's crime thriller Play Misty For Me Credit: Universal Studios
The Sun
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Eighties sex symbol, 84, looks like she's ageing backwards 35 years after show exit
THIS retro soap opera star has barely aged a day since she first appeared on the US small screen. The blonde bombshell is best known for playing trouble-maker Abby Cunningham on primetime soap opera and Dallas spin-off Knots Landing. 6 6 The star won the Soap Opera Digest Award for Outstanding Villainess three times in 1986, 1988, and 1989. Looking fresh and glowing, US star Donna Mills turned heads on a night out after having dinner with a friend in West Hollywood. The 84-year-old wore her long blonde hair down and curled with a dash of natural make-up. Looking chic in a monochrome outfit, the star wore black knee-high boots, black trousers and a black suit jacket. She accessorised with a black and white star-patterned shirt and matching handbag, with a necklace and earrings. Speaking recently on the Knots Landing podcast We're Knot Done Yet, Donna opened up about plastic surgery with her former co-stars Joan Van Ark and Michele Lee. Mills explained: "I think there's a certain point where it's really helpful, probably in your 40s. Then it lasts you longer. "It keeps you younger-looking longer. Don't do it too much. If you do it too much, it's ugly and horrible." She continued: "Back when I was in my 40s, on Knots Landing, yes, I did a lift," she said. "And it was subtle, but it lasted, you know. And I haven't done anything since. Nothing since then. "But, you know, that's why I say I think it's better to do it then and don't think about doing it anymore when you're older. Donna Mills stars as Abby Cunningham in Knots Landing "Also, skin isn't as pliable when you're older, so you can get kind of pulled looking." One of her old classmates was Jim Jacobs, the co-creator of iconic movie Grease, who based the character of Sandy on her and used her 'as his model'. She previously told followers on social media: "Does the character Sandy from Grease look similar to me? Here's why! "Did you know that I went to school with Jim Jacobs?" "I didn't know it at the time, but I found out years later," she said. "I was the original Sandy." Hollywood beauty Donna Mills starred alongside Clint Eastwood in 1971's crime thriller Play Misty For Me as his girlfriend. She also starred on Broadway in Woody Allen's comedy Don't Drink the Water in 1966. She most recently appeared in Jordan Peele's 2022 horror movie Nope. 6 6 6 6
