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Vicky Dawson
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Biography
Vicky Dawson is an American actress best known for her role in the 1981 cult slasher film The Prowler, where she played the lead character Pam MacDonald. The Prowler is a horror classic among fans for its intense gore and special effects by Tom Savini, making Dawson's performance particularly memorable to genre enthusiasts. Dawson also appeared on popular TV shows during the 1970s and early 1980s, including Ryan’s Hope, a soap opera where she had a recurring role.
While her film and TV appearances were somewhat limited, The Prowler has given her lasting recognition in the horror community.
While her film and TV appearances were somewhat limited, The Prowler has given her lasting recognition in the horror community.
Known For
The Prowler
Pam MacDonald
Carbon Copy
Mary Ann
False Hopes
Martha McKenzie
ABC Afterschool Special
Jen
ABC Afterschool Special
Laura
ABC Afterschool Special
Lisa
Amazon Queen
Maggie Chambers
Those She Left Behind
Mrs. Kroyer
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Toy Phone MOVIE | Evelyn |
| 2022 | The Purple Heart MOVIE | Mrs. Godfrey |
| 2021 | Amazon Queen MOVIE | Maggie Chambers |
| 2020 | Old, New & Blue MOVIE | Becky |
| 2020 | False Hopes MOVIE | Martha McKenzie |
| 2019 | Toxicity MOVIE | Self |
| 1989 | Those She Left Behind MOVIE | Mrs. Kroyer |
| 1981 | The Prowler MOVIE | Pam MacDonald |
| 1981 | Carbon Copy MOVIE | Mary Ann |
| 1978 | Breaking Up MOVIE | Amy Hammil |