History of Heather Thomas in Timeline
Heather Thomas is an American actress best known for her role as Jody Banks in the 1980s TV series "The Fall Guy." She starred alongside Lee Majors in the series. She retired from acting in 1998, citing concerns about stalkers and a desire to focus on her family and writing career. She has since made minor film appearances, participated in political activism, and returned to acting in 2013.
September 8, 1957: Heather Thomas Born
On September 8, 1957, Heather Thomas was born.
1975: Graduation from High School
In 1975, Heather Thomas graduated from Santa Monica High School.
1978: Small Television Roles
In 1978, Heather Thomas began acting in small television roles, including an appearance in the series Co-Ed Fever.
1980: Graduation from UCLA
In 1980, Heather Thomas graduated from UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television.
1981: The Fall Guy Premiere
In 1981, Heather Thomas began her role as Jody Banks in The Fall Guy TV series.
1982: First Movie Appearance
In 1982, Heather Thomas appeared in her first movie, Zapped!.
August 1985: Marriage to Allan Rosenthal
In August 1985, Heather Thomas married Allan Rosenthal.
September 1986: Divorce from Rosenthal and Leg Injuries
In September 1986, Heather Thomas divorced Allan Rosenthal, and she sustained serious injuries to both of her legs after being struck by a car.
1986: The Fall Guy Cancellation
In 1986, The Fall Guy TV series was cancelled.
October 1992: Marriage to Harry Marcus Brittenham
In October 1992, Heather Thomas married entertainment attorney Harry Marcus "Skip" Brittenham.
June 19, 2000: Birth of Daughter
On June 19, 2000, Heather Thomas's daughter was born.
April 2008: Publication of First Novel
In April 2008, Heather Thomas's first novel, Trophies, was published by William Morrow.
2013: Return to Acting
In 2013, Heather Thomas returned to acting after her retirement.
2014: Appearance in Girltrash: All Night Long
In 2014, Heather Thomas temporarily came out of retirement to appear in a small role in the musical comedy Girltrash: All Night Long.
2024: Cameo in The Fall Guy Movie
In 2024, Heather Thomas and Lee Majors made an after-credits cameo in a scene entitled "Previously On The Fall Guy" for the 2024 movie, The Fall Guy.
