Northern Exposure star Janine Turner was one of the \u201990s\u2019 most fascinating actors, getting Emmy and Golden Globe accolades.<\/p>\n
Did you know she battled alcoholism, was minutes from marrying Alec Baldwin, and had a daughter whose celebrity father denies responsibility?<\/p>\n
Janine Turner\u2019s beauty made her memorable on cinema. Her portrayal of Maggie O\u2019Connell on Northern Exposure was one of the best on TV.<\/p>\n
As a nice, family-friendly alternative to Twin Peaks, the show blended magical realism, Native American spirituality, and life and humanity. Rich characters and philosophical reflections formed an uplifting, unforgettable series that matched intrigue and heart, making it a classic.<\/p>\n
How did this stunning actress become a global icon?<\/p>\n
Confined to \u201cgirly\u201d activities
\nJanine Turner was born in Lincoln, Nebraska, 1962. Her parents returned to Texas shortly after her birth and raised her in Euless and Fort Worth.<\/p>\n
In the 1960s, Janine Turner felt limited to \u201cgirly\u201d roles like dancing, modeling, and acting. Though she excelled in these areas, she loved academics, especially writing. Academic success was a perk but not a priority. In solitary moments with pen and paper, Janine rediscovered her voice and discovered her passion for writing.<\/p>\n
Her childhood was affected by her Texan environment (her father graduated from West Point). She was raised to be good, beautiful, and a star\u2014and she was.<\/p>\n
When she started modeling at an early age, Janine became famous.<\/p>\n
Janine remembers posing for an American Airlines ad inside a jet engine in Martha\u2019s Miniatures.<\/p>\n
\u201cI was terrified,\u201d she said. \u201cI can\u2019t believe mom let me.\u201d<\/p>\n
How she become \u201cairheaded bimbo\u201d
\nJanine debuted aged 12 in a summer stock Charlotte\u2019s Web production with the Fort Worth Ballet. At 18, she had a Dallas recurring part.<\/p>\n
Turner\u2019s career took off after high school, securing her a regular part on Behind the Screen. This earned her an offer from General Hospital, whose producers saw her potential.<\/p>\n