Simone Griffeth, a statuesque and ravishing blonde, was born on April 4, 1950, in the charming city of Savannah, Georgia. Her early life was marked by a passion for the performing arts, which led her to major in Theater Arts at the University of South Carolina for three illustrious years.
During her college tenure, Griffeth showcased her versatility by writing, producing, and starring in a weekly children's television show for a Columbia-based station. Her television debut arrived at the tender age of fifteen, with a memorable appearance in a commercial. This early exposure set the stage for a prolific career in the entertainment industry.
Griffeth's film debut was a memorable one, as she played the titular role of a sweet and innocent country lass in the 1971 redneck exploitation film Swamp Girl. Her subsequent performances in Sixteen (1972) and Death Race 2000 (1975) further solidified her reputation as a talented and alluring actress. Her portrayal of Annie Smith, the enticing co-driver of David Carradine, in Paul Bartel's wickedly funny sci-fi black comedy cult classic Death Race 2000 remains a standout performance.
Throughout the 1980s, Griffeth continued to impress audiences with her versatility, starring in a range of films, including Hot Target (1985) and The Patriot (1986). Her sex appeal was on full display in the former, as she played the bored wife of a neglectful millionaire, while her solid performance in the latter showcased her action-packed side.
In addition to her film work, Griffeth has made numerous guest appearances on popular television shows, including Silk Stalkings (1991),The Golden Girls (1985),Magnum, P.I. (1980),Riptide (1984),T.J. Hooker (1982),The Dukes of Hazzard (1979),The Greatest American Hero (1981),Three's Company (1976),Hawaii Five-O (1968),The Incredible Hulk (1977),Starsky and Hutch (1975),and The Six Million Dollar Man (1974).
After a long and illustrious career in the entertainment industry, Griffeth has transitioned to a new path, teaching acting and working alongside her husband, Wayne McDonald, as a real estate agent for high-end Low Country properties in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Despite this change, Griffeth continues to act in independent films, maintaining her passion for the craft that has defined her life's work.
