From Gothic TV icon to publishing mogul and novelist
In short: Kathryn Leigh Scott is a rare example of a multi-hyphenate career that spans decades. Known first for her roles in the gothic drama Dark Shadows, she transitioned into a powerhouse publisher and novelist, documenting the very history of the entertainment industry she once inhabited.
During the 1966-1971 ABC gothic soap opera Dark Shadows, Scott gained fame portraying the primary ingénue role. Her versatility was immediately evident as she portrayed five different roles across the series, including Maggie Evans, Josette du Pres, and Lady Kitty Hampshire. This early success paved the way for a prolific international career, leading her to move to Paris in 1971 and later to London, where she appeared in major productions like The Great Gatsby and the British series Space: 1999. The 1970 MGM motion picture House of Dark Shadows featured her as a lead actress. Her early work also included a six-month run in Harvey at the Prince of Wales Theatre.
In the 1980s, Scott pivoted toward the business of storytelling. She founded Pomegranate Press, Ltd. in 1985, a publishing house dedicated to books about the entertainment industry. Her work shifted from performing in front of the camera to documenting the history of the craft, producing over 50 nonfiction titles. This included her own book, The Bunny Years, which detailed the 25-year history of Playboy Clubs through the perspectives of the women who worked as bunnies. Her publishing house won a Benjamin Franklin Award for Best Coffee Table Book. She also co-produced a documentary for BBC One based on her Playboy history book.
Beyond publishing, Scott has maintained a consistent presence as a writer and actress. She has authored three novels, a memoir titled Last Dance at the Savoy, and a trilogy of books focused on care-giving. Even as she moved into literary and executive roles, she remained connected to her roots, reprising her Dark Shadows roles in audio dramas and co-writing retrospectives on the series, including the 2012 Tim Burton remake. She appeared in the 2018 film Three Christs with Richard Gere. Scott also serves as a national volunteer spokesperson for CurePSP.
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