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<p><strong>Rebecca Gayheart</strong> is an American <a href="/biography/rebecca-gayheart">actress</a> and former fashion model known for her roles in <em>Dead Like Me</em>, <em>Scream 2</em>, <em>Urban Legend</em>, <em>Vanish</em>, and <em>Nip/Tuck</em>. She has also been involved in a tragic accident that received significant media attention.</p>

<h2>Early Life and Background</h2>

<p>Born in 1971 in Hazard, Kentucky, Rebecca Gayheart was raised in a working-class family. Her mother, Floneva, worked as a beauty consultant, while her father, Curtis Gayheart, was a miner and part-time coal truck driver. Gayheart is of German, Irish, and Italian descent.</p>

<p>At age 15, she moved to New York City to pursue a modeling and acting career while attending the Professional Children's School. Her early ambition and talent led to subsequent roles in commercials and television.</p>

<h2>Acting Career</h2>

<p>Gayheart’s first screen appearance was in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brett_Ratner">Brett Ratner</a>’s short film <em>Whatever Happened to Mason Reese</em> (1990), and she later appeared in one of his music videos. She quickly gained recognition through a series of television commercials, which helped propel her career forward.</p>

<p>In 1992, she secured a major role on the soap opera <em>Loving</em>, marking the beginning of significant work in both television and film. Throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, she appeared in projects such as <em>Scream 2</em>, <em>Urban Legend</em>, and <em>Dead Like Me</em>. In 2002, Gayheart was initially cast in the role of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inara_Serra">Inara Serra</a> in the television series <em>Firefly</em> but was replaced by <a href="/biography/morena-baccarin">Morena Baccarin</a> after one day of filming. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joss_Whedon">Director</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joss_Whedon">Joss Whedon</a> later explained her departure was due to a lack of the intended chemistry on set.</p>

<p>In addition to her artistic endeavors, Gayheart has maintained a career in both television and film, showcasing her versatility and resilience. Her estimated net worth is approximately $5 million.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Relationships</h2>

<p>Gayheart began dating <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Dane">actor</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Dane">Eric Dane</a> in 2003, and the couple married in 2004 after a ten-month courtship. They have two daughters together. Prior to her marriage to <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Dane">Dane</a>, Gayheart was engaged to <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brett_Ratner">director</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brett_Ratner">Brett Ratner</a>, with whom she also collaborated professionally during her early career. Details surrounding the end of their engagement have not been publicly disclosed.</p>

<p>In 2009, a private video involving Gayheart, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Dane">Dane</a>, and former <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kari_Ann_Peniche">beauty queen</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kari_Ann_Peniche">Kari Ann Peniche</a> was leaked online. While the video sparked media curiosity, Gayheart and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Dane">Dane</a> chose to handle the matter privately, avoiding public confrontation or extended commentary. Despite the controversy, there were no confirmed rumors of separation at the time. She later expressed her appreciation for married life and regarded <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Dane">Dane</a> as a supportive partner.</p>

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<h2>Vehicular Manslaughter Incident</h2>

<p>In June 2001, Gayheart was involved in a tragic traffic accident in Los Angeles. Driving a friend’s 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee, she fatally struck nine-year-old Jorge Cruz Jr., who was jaywalking across a busy street. While other vehicles had stopped to let the child cross, Gayheart, attempting to maneuver around the traffic, struck the boy. He died the following day from his injuries.</p>

<p>According to police reports, Gayheart was not under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and she cooperated fully at the scene. Five months after the incident, she pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter charge. Her sentence included three years of probation, a one-year suspension of her driving license, a $2,800 fine, and 750 hours of community service. Additionally, she helped pay for the child’s medical costs, funeral expenses, and counseling services for the grieving family.</p>

<h2>Legacy and Public Image</h2>

<p>While Rebecca Gayheart continues to be recognized for her acting roles and early presence in pop culture, the vehicular accident remains a significant aspect of her public narrative. Nevertheless, she has maintained a relatively private lifestyle in recent years and is focused on parenting and selective professional engagements. Her life and career continue to reflect both the complexities and resilience of a public figure navigating personal tragedy and professional achievements.</p>

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