Heather Thomas, known for her role in ‘The Fall Guy,’ celebrated her 66th birthday recently, reflecting on a tumultuous journey marked by addiction and recovery. Starting her career early with talk shows, Thomas quickly rose to fame in the 1980s alongside icons like Farrah Fawcett. However, behind the glamour, she battled substance abuse, which began as early as sixth grade. “I was taking acid and getting straight As,” she recalled.

Her turning point came in 1986 when health issues forced her into detox, a decision that saved her life. “The doctors said I should have died three years ago,” she revealed. After divorcing and recovering from a severe leg injury, Thomas resumed acting in smaller roles and ventured into writing. She found stability in the 1990s, marrying and focusing on family life while occasionally returning to acting.

Today, Thomas remains committed to activism and feminist causes, evolving from her earlier image as a sex symbol. Despite leaving acting due to privacy concerns and harassment, she embraces her past without shame, asserting, “Having people see your body is not inherently bad.” Her journey exemplifies resilience and a commitment to personal growth beyond Hollywood’s spotlight.