Phoebe Cates – Fast Times At Ridgemont High, 1982

Phoebe Belle Cates Kline, a former American actress, remains renowned for her notable contributions to films such as “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” “Drop Dead Fred,” and “Gremlins.” Born on July 16, 1963, she initially embarked on a successful but brief modeling career before transitioning to acting.

“Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” released in 1982, stands as a drama-comedy film that garnered over $27 million in revenue. Within the movie, Phoebe portrayed the character Linda Barrett, a role that catapulted her to widespread recognition. Her performance not only graced the covers of magazines like Tiger Beat and Seventeen but also secured her an enduring place in the hearts of audiences. Notably, The Rolling Stones deemed the film’s bikini-drop scene as “the most memorable bikini-drop in cinema history.”