Dorothy Stratten: Playboy Star's Tragic Demise
Born in Vancouver, Canada, in 1960, Dorothy Stratten's journey to stardom began when she won Playboy magazine's "Playmate of the Year" title in 1980. Her remarkable beauty and undeniable talent caught the eye of Hollywood, leading to her role in the sci-fi comedy film "Galaxina" and appearances on popular TV shows like "Buck Rogers in the 25th Century."
Tragically, Dorothy Stratten's life took a dark turn when she entered into a tumultuous relationship with her estranged husband, Paul Snider, who had managed her career. Snider shot Dorothy Stratten in the face on August 14, 1980, at their West Los Angeles residence, driven by jealousy and resentment. After murdering Dorothy Stratten, he committed suicide in the same house. His life ended as abruptly as it had spiraled into violence and despair. Stratten was just 20 years old at the time of her murder. Her untimely death also inspired the 1983 film "Star 80," which told the story of her life and tragic end.