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Donna Dixon Biography

Birth Name:Donna Lynn Dixon

Birth Place:Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Profession Actress, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • In 1976, she won the title of Miss Virginia USA, and in 1977, she won the title of Miss Washington DC World
  • Her father owned a nightclub called "Hillbilly Heaven․"
  • Started her career as a model and pageant contestant
  • Best known for playing Sonny in "Bosom Buddies" with Tom Hanks
  • Frequently appeared in Dan Aykroyd's comedy films
  • Singer Paul Stanley of KISS wrote the song "I Still Love You" after their relationship ended
  • Homer Simpson mentions her name while talking about Santa's reindeer in the "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire" episode of "The Simpsons․"