Bonnie Lee Bakley
Model, wife of actor Robert Blake
Born
1956
70 years ago
Died
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A model and actress, engaged in various modeling assignments and small film roles. Gained public attention mainly through marriage to actor Robert Blake. Involved in several legal disputes and controversies surrounding her personal life.
Married actor Robert Blake
Appeared in the film 'The Big Fix'
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