1980s Actresses: Then and Now

Pam Grier

Pam Grier is a strong notable actor for her roles in empowering films such as Foxy Brown Friday Foster and The L Word. She was the first woman in the industry to star in action and crime movies, paving the path for female actors. Since the beginning Pam Grier has taken an interest in theater and modeling, such as in school plays and beauty contests. After moving to LA she was discovered by Jack Hill and landed her first starring roles in his films The Big Doll House and The Big Bird Cage. Besides acting she recently founded her own community garden to educate people on organic gardening.