Bo Derek’s sultry role in the blockbuster romantic comedy “10” was more than three decades ago, but she’s still remembered for that famous nude swimsuit and those cornrowed blonde braids. It was Derek’s breakout role, and it catapulted her to sex symbol status seemingly overnight. Suddenly, the then-20-something beauty went from an unknown actress to one of the most sought-after women in the world. But to hear Derek tell it, she never had her sights set on fame.
Speaking with Oprah for an episode of “Oprah: Where Are They Now?”, Derek opened up about her meteoric rise in the spotlight.
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