Cybill Lynne Shepherd, born on February 18, 1950, in Memphis, Tennessee, is an American actress, singer, and former model. Known for her beauty, talent, and resilience, Shepherd carved a dynamic and multifaceted career in film, television, and music. She was raised in a modest household; her mother was a homemaker, and her father managed a home appliance business.
Shepherd gained local recognition early, winning the title of “Miss Teenage Memphis” in 1966. Two years later, she won the “Model of the Year” contest at the age of 18, which propelled her into the world of modeling. Her striking appearance soon led to her being featured on glamour magazine covers, one of which caught the attention of director Peter Bogdanovich.
Her film debut came in Bogdanovich’s 1971 drama The Last Picture Show, a critical and commercial success that earned multiple Academy Award nominations. Shepherd received a Golden Globe nomination for her role. This marked the beginning of her Hollywood career, which included roles in The Heartbreak Kid (1972) and Daisy Miller (1974).
In 1974, Shepherd released her debut jazz and pop-influenced album, Cybill Does It…To Cole Porter. Despite initial success, her acting career experienced a slump in the late 1970s. She rebounded with notable performances in Martin Scorsese’s Taxi Driver (1976) and in the 1979 remake of The Lady Vanishes.
Shepherd found renewed popularity in television, most notably starring opposite Bruce Willis in the hit series Moonlighting (1985–1989), for which she earned multiple Golden Globe nominations. Later, she led the CBS sitcom Cybill (1995–1998), a series loosely based on her life, which earned her a Golden Globe Award. Her work in television solidified her standing in pop culture.
Known for her charismatic screen presence and strong interpersonal chemistry with co-stars, Shepherd had significant relationships in the entertainment industry. She is often credited with championing then-unknown Bruce Willis for his role in Moonlighting, which launched his career. Throughout her career, she collaborated with acclaimed figures like Peter Bogdanovich and Martin Scorsese.
Shepherd’s personal life has often attracted public attention. She was romantically linked to several high-profile individuals, including Peter Bogdanovich and author Larry McMurtry. After returning to Memphis following a tumultuous period in Hollywood, she became involved with David Ford, an auto parts dealer, and the couple had a daughter, Clementine Ford. The marriage ended in 1982. Later, she married chiropractor Bruce Oppenheim, with whom she had twins, but they divorced in 1990. She was later engaged to Andrei Nikolajevic.
Shepherd has faced health challenges as well, including being diagnosed with and later cured of melanoma.
| Birth Date: | 18 Feb, 1950 |
| Age: | 70 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Memphis |
| Education: | University of Southern California Stella Adler Studio of Acting |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American actress and singer |
| Net Worth 2021: | 40 million |
