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Catherine Bach

Actor

Name at birth: Catherine Bachman

Bach played kissin' cousin Daisy Duke in the popular TV series The Dukes of Hazzard. The show ran from 1979-85 and Bach, dressed as Daisy in short-shorts and extra-tight shirts, became a star and a popular poster girl. From 1993-1995 she appeared as a wildlife rancher in the series African Skies.

Extra credit: Daisy Duke was played by Jessica Simpson in the 2005 feature film version of The Dukes of Hazzard. Bach, who was 51 when the film came out, was not considered for the role.

Other 1980s heartthrobs included Molly Ringwald, Elle Macpherson and Scott Baio.

Four Good Links

Catherine Bach Images

Gallery of several older photos

Catherine Bach Official Site

Brief bio, merchandise and Catherine chatting with celebrities

Daisy Duke

Unbelievably unflattering action figures of yore

Catherine Bach Filmography

The IMDB lists all her work, from Circus of the Stars #6 to The Nutt House

Vital Stats

Birth

1 March 1954
(age 54)

Birthplace

Warren, Ohio

Death

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Best Known As

Daisy on TV's The Dukes of Hazzard