Quinn O’Hara was an American actress who is best known for The Ghost in the Invisible Bikini, The Fall Guy, and Cry of the Banshee. Born on January 3, 1941, in Edinburgh, Scotland, she had a successful acting career until her death on May 5, 2017, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Quinn O’Hara was born Alice Jones in a hospital elevator, making her entry into the world quite unique. She had a Welsh father and a Scottish-Irish mother. She was married to Bill Kirk from 1986 until her passing. In 2003, she was working as a nurse, taking care of senior citizens.
Career
O’Hara’s career spanned several decades, with notable performances in films and television. She gained recognition after winning the title of “Miss Scotland” at the Miss International Beauty Congress in Long Beach, California, in 1961. Her most memorable work includes roles in cult classic films and popular TV shows.
Death and Legacy
Quinn O’Hara passed away on May 5, 2017, in Los Angeles, California. The cause of her death remains undisclosed. O’Hara is remembered for her contributions to film and television, leaving behind a legacy that continues to be appreciated by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| In the Year 2889 | 1969-01-19 | Jada |
| The Ghost in the Invisible Bikini | 1966-04-06 | Sinistra |
| The Teacher | 1974-05-29 | Margaret Parker |
| Rubia’s Jungle | 1970-12-03 | Rubia |
| Foursome | 1971-11-10 | Sarah |
| Good Neighbor Sam | 1964-07-22 | Marsha (uncredited) |
| A Swingin’ Summer | 1965-04-01 | Cindy Foster |
| The Caretakers | 1963-08-21 | Beautiful Woman |
| The Patsy | 1964-06-24 | Cigarette Girl |
| The Errand Boy | 1961-11-28 | Model (uncredited) |
| Who’s Minding the Store? | 1963-11-28 | Elevator Operator |
| Cry of the Banshee | 1970-07-22 | Maggie |
| Pistols ‘n’ Petticoats | 1967-09-05 | Mary McTigue |
| My Three Sons | 1960-09-29 | Donna |
| Acapulco H.E.A.T. | 1993-09-28 | Tiffany (uncredited) |
| Las Vegas | 2003-09-22 | Deborah |
| NYPD Blue | 1993-09-21 | Deborah |
| Baywatch | 1989-04-23 | Brenda |
| CHiPs | 1977-09-15 | Mrs. Hastings |
| UFO | 1970-09-16 | Sylvia Graham |
| The Saint | 1962-10-04 | Cathy |
| The Beverly Hillbillies | 1962-09-26 | Weather Girl |