Jenilee Harrison, best known for her role as Cindy Snow on the hit sitcom Three’s Company, continues to captivate fans at age 67. The actress, who emerged as a prominent figure in 1980s television, recently shared glimpses of her fulfilling life on her Southern California ranch.
Breakout Role on Three’s Company
Harrison joined Three’s Company at 21, stepping in as the bubbly Cindy Snow after Suzanne Somers departed in 1981 amid a contract dispute over equal pay with co-star John Ritter. Portraying the ditzy California blonde roommate, she appeared on the show for two seasons before her character was written out.
Diverse Television Career
Following her sitcom success, Harrison took on a recurring role as Jamie Ewing Barnes, the long-lost Ewing cousin, on Dallas alongside Larry Hagman. She featured in the drama for two seasons through 1986. Her credits also include guest spots on popular series like Fantasy Island, The Love Boat, Murder, She Wrote, and They Came from Outer Space.
On the big screen, she played a sex worker in the 1984 action-comedy Tank. In 1999, Harrison guest-starred on That ’70s Show in season two’s “Red’s Birthday” episode, embodying a horse enthusiast that reflected her personal passion for animals.
Life Beyond Hollywood
Harrison stepped away from acting in 2002 to focus on animal rescue, car racing, and real estate investments at her ranch in Agoura Hills, Los Angeles. An accomplished athlete, she has earned gold buckles in rodeos. She was married to Bruce Oppenheim, former husband of Cybill Shepherd, from 1993 to 2022.
Today, she maintains a modest lifestyle surrounded by her animals. Harrison frequently posts on Instagram, showcasing her daily routines.
Recent Instagram Updates
On Tuesday, Harrison appeared in her Los Angeles home with a dog strapped to her chest. “So any of you that have farms may know it’s quite consuming to take care of all the animals in the land. However, I’ve been thinking about taking you guys on an outing with me, stay tuned….” she captioned the photo, using hashtags like #farm life, #animal loves, and #dog mom.
Earlier, she shared a backyard moment by a mature tree adorned with a hummingbird decoration. “It’s basically springtime in California, even though it’s still March. I am out here, planting some seeds and loving the sunshine. Hope you guys are having a beautiful day. What is your favorite thing to plant?” Harrison wrote.
