History of Denise DuBarry in Timeline

Denise DuBarry Hay was a multifaceted American actress, businesswoman, film producer, and philanthropist. She co-founded Thane International Inc., a company in the direct response industry, with her husband in 1990 and played a significant role as the chief creative officer for 15 years. In the entertainment industry, DuBarry Hay is recognized for her acting roles, notably as nurse Lieutenant Samantha Green in the television series Black Sheep Squadron and as Johanna Franklin in the film Being There. Her career spanned various fields, highlighting her versatility and commitment to both business and the arts.

March 6, 1956: Birth of Denise DuBarry Hay

Denise DuBarry Hay was born on March 6, 1956.

1975: Marries Connolly Kamornick Oyler

Denise DuBarry Hay married Connolly Kamornick Oyler in late 1975.

1976: Divorce and Career Beginnings

Denise DuBarry Hay divorced Connolly Kamornick Oyler in 1976. The same year, she began landing commercials and working as an extra in shows.

1979: Begins Practicing Yoga

Denise DuBarry Hay began practicing yoga in 1979.

1979: Featured Role in "Being There"

Denise DuBarry Hay was cast by director Hal Ashby for a featured role in the 1979 film "Being There".

1980: Acts in "Top of the Hill"

Denise DuBarry Hay acted in the television movie "Top of the Hill" in 1980.

1982: Forms Production Company

After working together on "Top of the Hill" in 1980, DuBarry and her husband Gary Lockwood started a production company, Xebec Productions, in 1982.

1985: Appears in "Monster in the Closet"

Denise DuBarry Hay appeared in the cult film "Monster in the Closet" in 1985.

1986: Founds Malibu Yoga

Denise DuBarry Hay established Malibu Yoga, catering to celebrities, in 1986.

1988: Wins Billboard Music Award

In 1988, Denise DuBarry Hay, along with Deborah Chenoweth, won the Billboard Music Award for Best Music Instruction Video for "Play the Piano Overnight".

1990: Co-founds Thane International Inc.

Denise DuBarry Hay co-founded Thane International Inc., a direct response industry company, with her husband, Bill Hay, in 1990.

1990: Relocates and Gives Away Malibu Yoga

In 1990, Denise DuBarry Hay relocated and gave her studio, Malibu Yoga, to a friend.

1991: Wins Billboard Music Award for "Play the Guitar Overnight"

Denise DuBarry Hay received a Billboard Music Award for Best Music Instruction in 1991 for "Play the Guitar Overnight".

2005: Founds Kaswit, Inc.

Denise DuBarry Hay founded Kaswit, Inc., a direct response marketing company, in 2005.

2005: Steps Down as Chief Creative Officer at Thane International Inc.

Denise DuBarry Hay stepped down from her role as chief creative officer at Thane International Inc. in 2005, after serving for 15 years.

2006: Founds Blue Moxie Entertainment

Denise DuBarry Hay founded Blue Moxie Entertainment in 2006.

2010: Releases "Shoot the Hero"

Denise DuBarry Hay's production company, Blue Moxie Entertainment, released the feature film "Shoot the Hero", which premiered at the 2010 Palm Springs International Film Festival.