Jill Monroe was an American actress and writer best known for her roles in films such as “Consenting Adults,” “Mistress Jill,” and “Tigresses and Other Man-eaters.” She was born on July 15, 1950, in Baldwin, Michigan, and passed away on August 10, 1982, in Ridgecrest, California.
Personal and Family Life
Jill Monroe’s birth name was Jill Elaine Sweet. She was married three times, first to James E. Kinslow, then to Jerry L. Morrison, and lastly to Marc Stevens. She had two children, Jeffery Allen Kinslow and Kimberly Yvonne Kinslow, from her marriage to Kinslow. Her parents were Bertha Irene Jackson and Charles Raymond Sweet, and she had two siblings, Janet Marie Sweet and Joy Allison Sweet.
Career
Jill Monroe was an actress and writer, embarking on her career in the entertainment industry during the 1970s. She appeared in multiple films and television projects, gaining recognition for her roles in adult-themed movies. In addition to acting, she wrote a teleplay based on a Harlequin novel titled “Naked Pursuit.”
Death and Legacy
Jill Monroe died on August 10, 1982, from a drug overdose in Ridgecrest, California. Her untimely death at the age of 32 shocked her fans and colleagues in the film industry. Despite her relatively brief career, her work still resonates with audiences, and she is remembered for her contributions to the adult film genre.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consenting Adults | 1982 | Mistress Jill (as Jill Monro) | 6.0 |
| Tigresses and Other Man-eaters | 1979 | Tigress | 6.2 |
| Double Your Pleasure | 1978 | Swinger – Cutoffs (uncredited) | 5.9 |
| Skin-Flicks | 1978 | Girl #1 | 5.9 |
| White Fire | 1976 | Girl in Art Fantasy (as Jill) | 5.6 |
| The Wrong Bed: Naked Pursuit | 2017 | Writer | 4.8 |