Lynda Wiesmeier was an actress and model who left her mark with a handful of notable films. Today, a particular image of her evokes a nostalgic glimpse into the 1980s.
Born in 1963 in Washington D.C., Lynda Ann Wiesmeier became a quintessential blonde bombshell, gracing the pages of Playboy. Her early life took her from Bitburg, Germany—where her father served in the U.S. Air Force—to various U.S. cities before settling in Los Angeles, with a stint sunbathing at New Jersey’s shore.
Lynda balanced three careers: modeling, acting, and clerical work. In 1982, she was Playboy’s July Playmate, launching a brief but busy acting career with films like R.S.V.P. (1984), Real Genius (1985), Teen Wolf (1985), and Malibu Express (1985).
Her final film, Evil Town (1987), cast her as Dianne in a zombie horror story featuring Dean Jagger as a mad scientist and Keith Hefner, brother of Playboy founder Hugh Hefner. Despite early buzz, critics called it a “silly horror film,” noting recycled footage and gratuitous nudity. Yet, a scene with Lynda and actor Scott Hunter has gone viral years later for its perfect snapshot of bold ’80s fashion—high-waisted shorts, bright tops, and retro styles that delight nostalgia lovers.
After leaving Hollywood, Lynda focused on family, marrying and having two children. She later moved to California post-divorce and remained connected with fans at conventions like Glamourcon and WonderCon.
Lynda Wiesmeier passed away in December 2012 at age 49 after battling a brain tumor, leaving behind a small but memorable cinematic legacy that still captures the spirit of a bygone era.