Bo Derek Bo Derek Bo Derek (born Mary Cathleen Collins; November 20, 1956) is an American film and television actress, film producer, and model perhaps best known for her breakthrough role in the 1979 film "10". The film also launched a bestselling poster for Derek in a swimsuit, and subsequently she became one of the most popular sex symbols of the 1980s. She was directed by husband John Derek in "Tarzan, the Ape Man" (1981), "Bolero" (1984) and "Ghosts Can't Do It" (1989), all of which received negative reviews. A widow since 1998, she lives with actor John Corbett. Now in semi-retirement,
John Derek 1986, but completely recovered. Derek had one granddaughter, Alyce Derek (born 1969) from Russell's marriage to Lynette Berry. John Derek died on May 22, 1998, from cardiovascular disease in Santa Maria, California at the age of 71. His remains were cremated. Features: Short Subjects: John Derek John Derek (born Derek Delevan Harris; August 12, 1926 – May 22, 1998) was an American actor, director and photographer. He appeared in such films as "Knock on Any Door", "All the King's Men", and "Rogues of Sherwood Forest". He was also known for launching the career of his fourth wife, Bo Derek. Derek