Shannon Lee Tweed Simmons (Shannon Lee Tweed Simmons), born on March 10, 1957 in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, is an outstanding Canadian actress and model.
Over her four-decade acting career, she has become one of the most successful actresses in mainstream erotic films and a name synonymous with erotic thriller films.
Shannon Tweed has appeared in more than 60 films and numerous television series, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
In 1982, she was named Playboy’s Playboy Girl of the Year, further solidifying her iconic status.
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- Full name: Shannon Lee Tweed Simmons
- Date of Birth: March 10, 1957
- Age: 66
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian
- Occupation: Actor, Model
- Height: 1.67 m
- Parents: Donald Keith Tweed (father), Louise Tweed (mother)
- Siblings: Tracy Tweed (sister)
- Spouse: Gene Simmons (male)
- Children: Nick Simmons, Sophie Simmons
- Marital status: Married
- Net worth: $50 million
Early life and education
Shannon Lee Tweed was born on March 10, 1957, in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. She was one of seven children on a mink ranch in Whitburn.
Her father, Donald Keith Tweed, was a mink rancher, her mother, Louise Tweed, studied nursing, and the family lived on welfare.
After her father was in a car accident and fell into a coma, Shannon and her family moved to her mother’s home in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
It was during this time that she began pursuing a career in beauty pageants and underwent breast augmentation surgery at the age of 20. Shannon’s sister, Tracy Tweed, also became an actress.
Personal life
Shannon Tweed was in a long-term relationship with musician Gene Simmons, the bassist and co-lead singer of the band Kiss.
The couple has been together since 1983 and finally tied the knot on October 1, 2011. They have two children, Nicholas Adam Tweed-Simmons and SophieAlexandra Tweed-Simmons.
Their relationship was revealed on the reality show “Gene Simmons Family Jewels,” aired from 2006 to 2012. The highlight of the series was Gene Simmons’ proposal to Shannon and their subsequent marriage at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
Profession
Shannon Tweed’s life took a turn in 1981 when she was chosen as a model for Playboy magazine. This opportunity led to her being chosen as Playboy Girl of the Month for the November 1981 issue and then Playboy Girl of the Year in 1982.
The exposure catapulted her into the spotlight and opened the door for her to enter the entertainment industry.
Shannon Tweed has shown her talent in many B-movies and TV series throughout her career. She starred in the HBO comedyFirst and tenthn” and prime-time soap operas Eagle Crest Manor”
In addition, she also guest-starred in “TThe Dukes of Hazzard and “Married…with kids.”
In 1985, she starred in the soap operaOur life” as Savannah Wilder. Shannon even did a cameo for the Nickelodeon animated series SPonge Bob Square Pants” in an episode that also stars her husband, Gene Simmons.
Shannon Tweed is best known for her role in the horror filmUnknown source” (1983). Since then, she has appeared in many films, including the 1999 production of “Detroit Rock City” was produced by her husband, Gene Simmons.
Shannon and her sister Tracy co-starred in the film “Night Eyes 3With her stunning acting skills, she has become one of the most successful actresses in mainstream erotic films and has won “One of the most popular erotic thriller goddesses on home videoSelected by Vanity Fair magazine
net worth
Shannon Tweed’s net worth is estimated to be around $50 million.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @Shannonleetweed
- Twitter: @Shannonleetweedsimons
Filmography
- curtain
- Unknown source
- Hot Dog…Movie
- Surrogate mother
- Fatal Woman
- Shooting Line
- Night Visitor
- Last call
- Final Moments
