Jeannie Bell
ActingAbout Jeannie Bell
Born Annie Lee Morgan in St. Louis, Missouri, Jeannie is a former Playboy Playmate of the Month (October 1969) and was only the second African American woman to feature in this role. She also became the first-ever African American to actually grace the magazine's cover of their January 1970 issue. Bell later had a career as an actress in movies, most prominently in TNT Jackson (1975), in which she played the title character, and supporting roles in Mean Streets and The Klansman, as well as occasional TV appearances. She retired from show business for good after a second pictorial in Playboy in 1979 and, in 1986, married multi-millionaire businessman Gary Judis after 8 years of courtship. The two have one son.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jeannie Bell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Crime
The majority of Jeannie Bell's filmography leans towards the Crime genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 7% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jeannie Bell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mean Streets, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jeannie Bell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jeannie Bell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jeannie Bell.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Bloodfist III: Forced to Fight | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Choirboys | Fanny Forbes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Casanova & Co. | Fatme | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Muthers | Kelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Disco 9000 | Karen (as Jeanie Bell) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Klansman | Mary Anne | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Black Is Beautiful | Joyce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Three the Hard Way | Polly | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | TNT Jackson | Diana 'T.N.T.' Jackson (as Jeanne Bell) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Policewomen | Pam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Mean Streets | Diane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Cleopatra Jones | Terry (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Black Gunn | Lisa | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Trouble Man | Leona | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Melinda | Jean | Flop | Similar → |
Jeannie Bell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jeannie Bell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jeannie Bell is "Mean Streets" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Jeannie Bell acted in?
Jeannie Bell has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jeannie Bell?
Other notable films include "Three the Hard Way", "Trouble Man", and "Black Gunn".