History of Shannon Tweed in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 9, 2025

Shannon Tweed is a Canadian model and actress, most known for her work in erotic thriller cinema. She has starred in over 60 films and numerous television series. Tweed achieved wider recognition as Playboy's Playmate of the Year in 1982.

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March 10, 1957: Shannon Tweed's Birth

On March 10, 1957, Shannon Tweed was born. She is a Canadian model and actress, known for her appearances in erotic thrillers and being named Playboy's Playmate of the Year in 1982.

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1978: Miss Canada Pageant

In 1978, Shannon Tweed was the third runner-up in the Miss Canada Pageant and won the talent competition for singing.

November 1981: Playmate of the Month

In November 1981, Shannon Tweed was chosen as Playboy's Playmate of the Month, leading to her eventual selection as Playmate of the Year in 1982.

1982: Playboy Playmate of the Year and Residency at the Playboy Mansion

In 1982, Shannon Tweed was named Playboy Playmate of the Year and resided at the Playboy Mansion for about 14 months as Hugh Hefner's partner. It was also the location of her first meeting with Gene Simmons.

1982: Playboy's Playmate of the Year

In 1982, Shannon Tweed was named Playboy's Playmate of the Year, a significant achievement in her career as a model and actress, after being Playmate of the Month in November 1981.

1983: Of Unknown Origin Film Debut

In 1983, Shannon Tweed appeared in her first major theatrical film, the horror film "Of Unknown Origin".

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1983: Relationship with Gene Simmons

In 1983, Shannon Tweed began her relationship with musician Gene Simmons.

1985: Days of Our Lives Role

In 1985, Shannon Tweed landed a year-long role on the television series "Days of Our Lives" as Savannah Wilder.

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1999: Detroit Rock City Film

In 1999, Shannon Tweed appeared in the film "Detroit Rock City", which was produced by Gene Simmons.

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2006: Gene Simmons Family Jewels Debut

In 2006, Shannon Tweed and her family were featured on the reality TV show "Gene Simmons Family Jewels".

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2010: Honorary Street Sign in Saskatoon

In 2010, an episode of "Gene Simmons Family Jewels" was taped in Shannon Tweed's former hometown of Saskatoon, where she was presented with an honorary street sign, and later, the city council approved the naming of a real street, Tweed Lane, in her honor.

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