Her Parents
Bo Derek’s father was an executive in a catamaran manufacturing company, while her mother worked as a hairdresser and make-up artist for actress Ann-Margret. Later on, her parents would divorce and her mother remarried to Bobby Bass, a stunt performer.
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Her career took off after getting acquainted with John Derek. In 1980, she got to star in the drama/comedy A Change of Seasons. Of course, you’ll remember both Shirley MacLaine and Anthony Hopkins also starred in the film. Despite the big stars, the movie only achieved moderate success in the box office.