“I remember the senior class play I was in. I was also in the musical, although I can't sing at all, but I wanted to be a part of it. Then I was modeling in Pittsburgh, so being in front of the camera was something I enjoyed and benefited from. I made money growing up by modeling locally.”

American actress, author, model, and animal rights activist

Beth Ostrosky Stern is an American actress, author, model, and animal rights activist. She is known for her work in entertainment and for public advocacy on behalf of animals. Her career spans modelling, acting, and writing, and she has also become associated with animal welfare causes. That mix of work has made her a familiar public figure beyond any single field.