Rebecca Lucile Schaeffer, an American actress and model, embarked on her professional journey as a teenager, initially making a name for herself in the modeling world before transitioning to acting.
In 1986, Schaeffer secured the role of Patricia "Patti" Russell in the CBS comedy series, My Sister Sam, which unfortunately ceased production in 1988. Throughout her career, she appeared in a variety of films, including the black comedy, Scenes from the Class Struggle in Beverly Hills.
Tragically, at the tender age of 21, Schaeffer's life was cut short when she was fatally shot by Robert John Bardo, a 19-year-old obsessive fan who had been stalking her.
Schaeffer's untimely demise had a profound impact, ultimately contributing to the passage of legislation in California aimed at combating stalking.
