Jane Seymour Biography

Fast Facts

• Dubbed "Queen of the Miniseries" (Richard Chamberlain was the king) for her string of small-screen roles from 1976 to '92
• Received a star on the Hollywood walk of fame in 1999 and was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire the following year
• Purchased St
• Catherine's Court, a 15th century historic manor house near Bath, England
• Is dedicated to children's charities, including UNICEF, Make-A-Wish Foundation and Childhelp USA (which honored her with a "Woman of the World" award)
• Is the author of several self-help books and children's books
• Has designed clothing, bedding and furnishings, and endorses the Natural Advantage skin care line, which bares her name
• Is a prolific painter who has been painting since childhood and who showcases her work in art exhibits; she calls painting her "greatest joy
• " Became an American citizen in 2005
• Competed on Dancing With the Stars in 2005 because her mother loved the show and because it gave her a chance to return to her love of dancing (injuries sidelined her in her youth)
• Teamed with Kay Jewelers in 2008 to design the "Open Hearts by Jane Seymour" jewelry collection; the open heart design was inspired by one of her paintings, and that name also graces one of her books