Jenny McCarthy

Was named Playboy Playmate of the Year in 1994. Auditioned for the role of Nomi in Showgirls (1995); it went to Elizabeth Berkley (of TV's  Saved by the Bell ). Was named one of the 50 Most Beautiful People in the World by People magazine in 1996. Won a Golden Apple Award (presented by the Hollywood Women's Press Club) in 1997 for Female Star of the Year. Has a son with autism and has been a vocal activist for autism awareness and support. Has published several books, including  Louder Than… Show more Words (2007), which spoke about her experiences with her son's autism. Also coauthored Healing and Preventing Autism with Dr. Jerry Kartzinel in 2009. ~ Rovi

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