A 70s screen and TV bombshell was spotted enjoying a very rare outing on the East Coast over the past weekend.
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The 79-year-old actress began her successful career in the entertainment industry in the late 1960s, but some of her other notable roles were in the following decades.
The star - also known for her striking red hair - has worked alongside a number of celebrities over the years including Don Knotts, Henry Fonda, Robert Wagner, Kirk Douglas, Billy Crystal and Richard Dreyfuss.
Her passion for the arts began early in her life when she started to take dancing lessons at age seven.
The star's last credited role was an appearance on a hit ABC soap opera back in 2011.
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Can you guess who it is?
A 70s screen and TV bombshell was spotted enjoying a very rare outing on the East Coast over the past weekend - can you guess who it is?
It is Barbara Rhoades - who has appeared in films such as The Goodbye Girl (1977) as well as the soap opera One Life To Live.
She was seen enjoying a bit of fresh air during a weekend outing in Westport, Connecticut earlier this month.
The actress donned a pair of black trousers and bundled up in a black puffer jacket to stay warm in the chilly weather.
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Rhoades slipped into a pair of black shoes and completed the outfit with a pair of silver earrings as well as fashionable shades.
The star was born in March 1946 in the state of New York and pursued her passion for acting by signing a contract with Universal Pictures in 1967.
Her professional career kicked off that same year when she starred in one episode of The Virginian.
In 1968, she played the role of Penelope 'Bad Penny' Cushings in the Western comedy film The Shakiest Gun In The West.
She starred alongside Don Knotts - an actor also known a for appearing on the series The Andy Griffith Show as well as the movie The Ghost And Mr. Chicken (1966).
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It is Barbara Rhoades - who has appeared in films such as The Goodbye Girl (1977) as well as the soap opera One Life To Live; seen above in 1970
The actress donned a pair of black trousers and bundled up in a black puffer jacket to stay warm in the chilly weather
The star was born in March 1946 in the state of New York and pursued her passion for acting by signing a contract with Universal Pictures in 1967
Her professional career kicked off that same year when she starred in one episode of The Virginian
In 1968, she played the role of Penelope 'Bad Penny' Cushings in the Western comedy film The Shakiest Gun In The West; seen in 1970
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She went on to appear in the 1970 Western film There Was A Crooked Man... with Kirk Douglas and Henry Fonda.
Rhoades, however, didn't just stick to the big screen but also wandered over to television as well.
In the early 70s, she took on minor guest roles in shows such as Bewitched, The Partridge Family and Happy Days.
She appeared in the road comedy drama Harry And Tonto (1974) - which went on to win an Oscar for Best Actor for Art Carney.
Rhoades also starred in two episodes of The Odd Couple followed by appearances in Columbo, Ironside, Sanford And Son, and The Blue Knight.
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Beginning in 1977, she portrayed the character of Melody Feebeck over the span of 16 episodes on the sitcom Busting Loose.
That same year, the actress took on a role in the romantic comedy The Goodbye Girl with Richard Dreyfuss and Marsha Mason.
Dreyfuss - who is known for his lead role in Jaws - went on to win an Oscar for Best Actor based on his performance in the film.
The same year, the actress took on a role in the romantic comedy The Goodbye Girl with Richard Dreyfuss and Marsha Mason; Dreyfuss seen in 2022 in L.A.
The actress also starred in the 1980 comedy Serial (seen above) with Martin Mull, Christopher Lee, Sally Kellerman, Nita Talbot and Pamela Bellwood
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Throughout the late 70s, Rhoades continued to also work in television as she took in minor roles in more shows such as Maude and The Love Boat.
The actress also starred in the 1980 comedy Serial with Martin Mull, Christopher Lee, Sally Kellerman, Nita Talbot and Pamela Bellwood.
From 1980 through 1981, the actress played the character of Maggie Chandler in the series Soap.
Other cast members had included Billy Crystal, Rae Allen, Katherine Helmond and Robert Mandan.
During the 80s, Rhoades mainly focused on television appearances such as Magnum, P.I., Murder, She Wrote and You Again.
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She played Jessica Gardner in the soap opera Generations in 1989 and continued to focus on her acting career in the 90s with additional minor roles.
From 1980 through 1981, the actress played the character of Maggie Chandler in the series Soap; seen far left with Cathryn Damon and Billy Crystal in 1981
Her last acting credit was when she portrayed the character of Irene Manning on the ABC soap opera One Life To Live in 2011; seen above in NYC in 2011
In 2003, Rhoades took on a guest role in Law & Order before starring in movies such as Barry Dingle (2005) and First Born (2007).
Her last acting credit was when she portrayed the character of Irene Manning on the ABC soap opera One Life To Live in 2011.
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She appeared on the show over the span of 21 episodes before the character was killed off in the series.
Before her on screen career, Rhoades had also pursued acting in stage productions such as Funny Girl.