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- Birthday: 1959-01-22
- Born Place: Saint Louis, Missouri, USA
Also Known As:
Linda Denise Blair, لیندا بلر
Linda Blair
Linda Blair is an American actress and animal rights activist, best known for her iconic role as Regan MacNeil in the 1973 horror classic The Exorcist. Born on January 22, 1959, in St. Louis, Missouri, she began her acting career at a young age, appearing in television commercials and soap operas before landing her breakthrough role. Her portrayal of Regan earned her a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress, propelling her into the spotlight. Following The Exorcist, Blair starred in several television films, including Born Innocent (1974), Sarah T. – Portrait of a Teenage Alcoholic (1975), and Stranger in Our House (1978). She also appeared in exploitation and grindhouse films such as Hell Night (1981), Chained Heat (1983), and Savage Streets (1984). Her role in the musical film Roller Boogie (1979) brought her a reputation as a sex symbol. Blair continued her acting career with appearances in various television series and films, including hosting the Fox Family reality series Scariest Places on Earth (2000–2006) and appearing on the Animal Planet series Pit Boss (2010–2012) . Beyond her acting career, Blair is a passionate animal rights activist. In 2004, she founded the Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating abused and abandoned animals. Through her foundation, Blair has saved countless animals and raised awareness about the importance of compassion and care for all living beings . In recent years, Blair has made occasional appearances in films and television, including a cameo in The Exorcist: Believer (2023), marking her return to the franchise that made her famous . She continues to balance her acting endeavors with her advocacy work, using her platform to promote animal welfare and inspire others to take action.
