Catherine Hickland
Catherine Hickland | |
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| Born | February 11, 1956 Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, singer, author, CEO, hypnotist |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Known for | Roles on Texas, Capitol, Knight Rider, One Life to Live; CEO of Cat Cosmetics |
Catherine Hickland (born February 11, 1956) is a multifaceted American talent known for her work as an actress in film, stage, and television, as well as a singer, author, CEO of a cosmetics company, and certified hypnotist. She initiated her television journey in 1978 with guest appearances before landing a recurring character on the soap opera Texas during 1980–1981. Her filmography features supporting roles in The Last Married Couple in America (1980), along with horror titles such as Ghost Town and Witchery, both released in 1988.
In 1995, Hickland took on the role of Fantine in the Broadway rendition of Les Misérables. Between 1998 and 2008, she was known for portraying Lindsay Rappaport on the American soap opera One Life to Live, returning to this role again in 2009 and 2012. Additionally, she is the founder and CEO of Cat Cosmetics, a beauty brand she established in 2001.
Early life
Hickland was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the daughter of Arthur Hickland, a practicing dentist, and Mary Hickland, who specialized as a dental ceramist. She has two siblings: one brother and one sister. After completing her education at Fort Lauderdale High School in 1974, she enrolled at Florida Atlantic University, but departed after two years to pursue work as a flight attendant with National Airlines. A commercial spot for the airline paved the way for her relocation to Los Angeles to focus on an acting career.
Career
In the initial phase of her career, Hickland secured significant roles in daytime soap operas including Dr. Courtney Marshall on Texas (1980–1981), Julie Clegg McCandless on Capitol (1984–1987), and portrayed Jenny Diamond in a dual capacity from 1985 to 1986.
During her engagement to David Hasselhoff, she appeared on his television show Knight Rider as Stephanie "Stevie" Mason, featuring across three episodes between 1983 and 1986. In addition, she participated in 15 episodes of the game show "Body Language" in 1985 and lent her vocals to Hasselhoff's debut album Night Rocker.
Hickland temporarily assumed the role of Brooke Logan on The Bold and the Beautiful in 1987, substituting for Katherine Kelly Lang. She later embodied Tess Wilder on the soap opera Loving from 1993 to 1995 and continued this character on its spin-off The City from 1995 until 1997. Her portrayal of Lindsay Rappaport on One Life to Live spanned from 1998 through 2009, with additional appearances during the show's concluding episodes in 2012.
Her guest roles include appearances on popular television programs such as CHiPs, Airwolf, and both iterations of Law & Order between 2001 and 2005. In addition to acting, she performed live as Fantine in the Broadway musical Les Misérables in 1995 and delivered a live vocal performance with the National Symphony de Lyon.
In 2001, Hickland founded Cat Cosmetics where she holds the position of CEO. That same year, she released a music album titled Sincerely Broadway. She has also contributed regularly to Soap Opera Digest, authoring columns focused on cosmetics and skincare.
Her literary contributions include authoring The 30 Day Heartbreak Cure published in 2008 and co-authoring Cat & Fern's Excellent God Adventure in 2014 alongside Fern Underwood and Lindsay Harrison. Since 2008, Hickland has been professionally engaged as a hypnotist.
Personal life
Hickland's initial marriage was to Richard Ernest Knowlton on October 10, 1981, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida; the union ended in divorce within a year. Between 1984 and 1989, she was wed to David Hasselhoff. On June 27, 1992, Hickland entered into matrimony with All My Children actor Michael E. Knight, residing together in Manhattan until their separation in 2006. Later, on December 22, 2012, she married producer Todd Fisher. The couple maintain homes both in Las Vegas and on a ranch located in California.
Hickland practices Christianity.
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | The Last Married Couple in America | Rebecca | |
| 1988 | Robowar - Robot da guerra | Virgin | |
| 1988 | Ghost Town | Kate | |
| 1988 | Witchery | Linda Sullivan | |
| 1988 | Taxi Killer | Template:TableTBA | |
| 1991 | Millions | Connie | |
| 1992 | Sweet Justice | Chris Barnes | |
| 2007 | Mattie Fresno and the Holoflux Universe | Millie Fresno |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Vega$ | Julie | Single episode |
| 1979 | Eight Is Enough | Vicki | Single episode |
| 1979 | The Seeding of Sarah Burns | Judy | TV movie |
| 1980 | To Race the Wind | Marcie | TV movie |
| 1980–1981 | Texas | Courtney Marshall | Leading role |
| 1983 | CHiPs | Lori | Single episode |
| 1985 | Airwolf | Angelica Bolotin Horn | Single episode |
| 1983–1986 | Knight Rider | Stephanie Mason / Stevie March | Episodes: 118, 220, 411 |
| 1983–1987 | Capitol | Julie Clegg | Recurring role |
| 1987 | The Bold and the Beautiful | Brooke Logan | Temporary replacement: two episodes |
| 1987 | Werewolf | Lila Storm | Single episode |
| 1993–1995 | Loving | Tess Wilder | Recurring role |
| 1995–1997 | The City | Tess Wilder Partou Huston | Recurring role |
| 1998–2009, 2012 | One Life to Live | Lindsay Rappaport | Recurring role |
| 2001 | Law & Order | Faye Ireland | Single episode |
| 2005 | Law & Order: Criminal Intent | Lila Parsons / Lila Brown | Single episode |
Stage credits
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Les Misérables | Fantine | |
| 1992 | Run for Your Wife | Linda |