Linda Evans | Born: 1942

Born Linda Evenstad, Linda Evans is one of the most prominent actresses to have graced the screens. She was introduced to acting in her high school days. What essentially started out as acting as a ‘form of therapy’ became a career. She first appeared in a minor role on an episode of Bachelor Father, opposite John Forsythe, with whom she would appear 20 years later in the television series Dynasty. She eventually became a staple in 1965 after her role in The Big Valley. Aside from television appearances, Evans also had credits in films such as Avalanche Express and Tom Horn.

At 78 years old, Linda Evans has established a dazzling career for herself. With her acting prowess, she was awarded a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Television Drama Series and had consistent nominations from 1982 to 1985.