In 1982, Steel had guest roles on the television series "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" (1982) as Allison Freleng, "Family Ties" (1982) as Stephanie Brooks, "CHiPs" as Kelly Monahan, "The A-Team" (1983) as Kathy Ludlam, before being cast as Pam Elliott in the sci-fi series "The Powers of Matthew Star" alongside Peter Barton, who went on to appear in "". The series lasted until 1983. The same year, Steel had a cameo role as a party guest in the drama film "Exposed" (1983). She was subsequently cast in the television films "Women of San Quentin" (1983) as Liz Larson and "First Steps" (1985) as Nan Davis. From 1983–1984, Steel portrayed Sharon on the short lived television series "For Love and Honor".